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2021-2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe recalled, owners told not to charge

Green Car Reports

Just ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, Stellantis issued a recall that advises owners of some Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrids not to plug in—and tells them not to park the SUV near buildings or other cars. In 32,125 Wrangler 4xe models—certain models from the 2021-2024 model years—a potential battery issue could lead.

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Tesla Sweden gets orders from Elon Musk

Teslarati

The conflict between Tesla Sweden and IF Metall appears to have hit a roadblock as discussions have been taken off the table. IF Metall’s strike continues until Tesla Sweden signs a collective agreement. On the other hand, Tesla Sweden refuses to sign such an agreement. According to mediator Kurt Eriksson, who contacted Tesla’s legal representative, Elon Musk has issued orders for the Swedish branch not to sign a collective agreement with IF Metall.

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Stellantis-CATL battery partnership seeks affordable EVs for Europe

Green Car Reports

Stellantis and battery supplier CATL on Tuesday signed a memorandum of understanding that could pave the way for more affordable EVs in Europe. The non-binding memorandum outlines the supply of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells and modules by CATL to Stellantis for European production within an unspecific timeframe. The two companies are.

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BYD wins contract for battery electric school bus contract in California

Teslarati

BYD recently won a contract, adding its battery-electric school bus to the California Department of General Services (DGS) statewide electric school bus contract. “BYD | RIDE is thrilled that our battery-electric school buses, the Achiever (Type A) and the Dreamer (Type D), are eligible for the California DGS Contract,” said Patrick Duan, BYD | RIDE Senior Vice President. “We look forward to providing zero-emission solutions to school districts throughout California and helping

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How serious is Norway about climate change? So much that its streetlights self-dim

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Tesla (TSLA) starts discounting new vehicles by $3,000 in end-of-quarter push

Electrek

Tesla has started discounting new inventory Model Y and Model 3 vehicles again in an apparent new end-of-quarter delivery push. more… The post Tesla (TSLA) starts discounting new vehicles by $3,000 in end-of-quarter push appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla open sources all design and engineering of original Roadster

Teslarati

Tesla has open-sourced all of the design and engineering of the original Roadster, CEO Elon Musk announced today, and plenty of people are wondering if the timing of the release has anything to do with the next-gen Roadster that is now several years behind schedule. Tesla has opened everything from Owner’s Manuals to Circuits and Connectors for the original Roadster , which was the automaker’s first project fifteen years ago in 2008.

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Upgraded Tesla Model 3 Performance poised for early 2024 debut: report

Teslarati

The new Tesla Model 3 Performance is reportedly expected to be unveiled in the first half of 2024 in Australia. The wait for the vehicle will reportedly be worth it, as the new top-tier Model 3 will be “pretty special.” The upgraded Tesla Model 3, better known in EV circles as the Model 3 Highland, was unveiled recently in Sydney, Australia. Similar to other markets, only two variants of the upgraded Model 3 are currently available in Australia — the base Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) version that star

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New Jersey to ban ICE cars and trucks from 2035

Electrek

New Jersey joins a growing list of nine states, including California, Vermont, New York, Washington, and Oregon, to ban gasoline-burning cars – eventually, at least. As of 2027, New Jersey will start limiting the number of gasoline-powered cars, light-duty trucks, and SUVs that can be sold within the state, and eventually ramp that up to a full ban starting 2035. more… The post New Jersey to ban ICE cars and trucks from 2035 appeared first on Electrek.

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Q-STAR: Advocating quantum technology in the business world

Innovation News Network

Q-STAR propels quantum technology, emphasising practical applications and prioritising collaboration and societal problem-solving. The post Q-STAR: Advocating quantum technology in the business world appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Tesla ‘fully open source’ original Roadster design and engineering, releases R&D docs

Electrek

Tesla has made its original Roadster design and engineering “fully open source” and released R&D documents accessible to everyone. more… The post Tesla ‘fully open source’ original Roadster design and engineering, releases R&D docs appeared first on Electrek.

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Faurecia and Accenture partner on products and services for connected and autonomous vehicles

Brief

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SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy to launch X-37B Spaceplane

Teslarati

In a bit of a surprise, the USSF-52 mission will launch atop the Falcon Heavy no earlier than December 8th from Launch Complex 39A at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The USSF-52 mission has been scheduled off and on for quite a long time on the range schedule but kept getting pushed back due to payload delays, now we know what that payload is, the X-37B.

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Volkswagen is getting closer to cell-to-pack (C2P) EV batteries

Electrek

Volkswagen Group China has begun producing battery systems at a new factory in Hefei, China for its MEB platform EVs in the country. The initial capacity of the plant will be 150,000-180,000 EV packs per year, and marks VW’s first wholly-owned battery manufacturing venture in the country. more… The post Volkswagen is getting closer to cell-to-pack (C2P) EV batteries appeared first on Electrek.

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23 Starlink satellites join constellation after SpaceX’s early morning launch

Teslarati

23 more Starlink satellites were successfully launched at 2:47 AM ET (07:47 UTC) from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The launch was originally scheduled for launch at 1:47 AM ET, but the Falcon 9 was raised to vertical at SLC-40 a bit later than expected, resulting in just a slight delay. Once the rocket was raised, the countdown flowed to a smooth launch for SpaceX.

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Hyundai IONIQ 6 N is coming soon as the brand’s most powerful vehicle ever

Electrek

Hyundai’s fastest street-legal vehicle is due out soon as the brand expands its all-electric N models. The Hyundai IONIQ 6 N could be the fastest, most powerful Hyundai vehicle we’ve seen so far. more… The post Hyundai IONIQ 6 N is coming soon as the brand’s most powerful vehicle ever appeared first on Electrek.

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ExxonMobil announces 6th oil discovery offshore Guyana with Ranger-1; Guyana may move from non-producer to regional powerhouse

Oil

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“You can’t just drive up:” CSIRO launches hydrogen refuelling station

The Driven EV News

The $2.5 million hydrogen fast refuelling station can refuel cars in as little as six minute, but only has the capacity to refuel 10 cars a day. The post “You can’t just drive up:” CSIRO launches hydrogen refuelling station appeared first on The Driven.

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Audi e-tron GT caught with a sporty facelift for the first time

Electrek

Audi’s high-performance EV is getting an upgrade. The Audi e-tron GT was caught testing for the first time, revealing the electric car’s sporty new facelift. more… The post Audi e-tron GT caught with a sporty facelift for the first time appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla Sweden vehicle deliveries increase 55% YoY despite strike: report

Teslarati

Tesla Sweden is currently dealing with an escalating strike from IF Metall. So far, the union has adopted a series of strategies that are designed to make it very difficult for Tesla to conduct its business in the country. Considering the electric vehicle maker’s sales this month, however, it would appear that the union’s anti-Tesla efforts are falling short.

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Vatican Getting Nearly 40 Electric Vehicles From Volkswagen

CleanTechnica EVs

The Pope and the Vatican have been supporters of climate action and vehicle electrification for several years. I recall covering. [continued] The post Vatican Getting Nearly 40 Electric Vehicles From Volkswagen appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Stock electric motorcycle chastised for being ‘too fast’ on race track

Electrek

Electric motorcycles are notorious for their impressive torque and the ability to access that torque instantaneously. It’s why an e-motorcycle with less total power than a combustion engine motorcycle can still cross the finish line first in a head-to-head drag race. It’s also why an Energica rider recently got into a bit of hot water after being “too fast” on a race track. more… The post Stock electric motorcycle chastised for being ‘too fast’ on race track appeared first on Electre

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Toyota says hybrids are better than Teslas, and I say I’m better than Shakespeare

EV Central

Honestly, I try not to be cynical, I really do, just as I try to be patient with idiots, but it’s a struggle and when I read that Sean Hanley, vice-president of sales at Toyota Australia, had told journalists that hybrid vehicles were “a better fit” for Australians than EVs and would have greater environmental benefits, I took at least eight deep breaths before shouting “oh B T” into the void.

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Nissan to build electric versions of two best-selling crossovers, the Juke and Qashqai

Electrek

Nissan plans to build electric versions for two of its best-selling crossovers in the UK. According to a new report, Nissan will build an electric Juke and Qashqai at its Sunderland factory. more… The post Nissan to build electric versions of two best-selling crossovers, the Juke and Qashqai appeared first on Electrek.

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As EV market grows, it's attracting buyers with top-tier credit

Green Car Reports

The U.S. EV market grew significantly in the first half of 2023, but the average EV buyer still has very strong credit, a new study found. The study, conducted by credit giant TransUnion with S&P Global Mobility, found that high average credit scores for EV buyers remained the norm between the second quarter of 2022 and the same period in.

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Harley-Davidson’s e-bike company sold off in surprise deal, planning US production

Electrek

Serial 1, the premium electric bicycle brand originally started by Harley-Davidson, announced today that it has been acquired by a Florida-based manufacturer of light electric vehicles. The shake-up lays the groundwork for Serial 1 e-bikes to be produced in the US, according to a joint statement. more… The post Harley-Davidson’s e-bike company sold off in surprise deal, planning US production appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla China “brake failure” protester ordered to post apology

Teslarati

Tesla has won a lawsuit against a Chinese customer who had alleged that her Model 3 sedan suffered from brake failure. As per local reports, the court ordered the customer to publicly apologize to Tesla and pay damages. The case stems from an incident in April 2021, when Ms. Li, a Tesla owner from Xi’an, Shaanxi province, alleged that her Model 3’s brakes failed and caused her to be involved in an accident.

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Volkswagen opens ID.7 Vizzion electric sedan pre-orders in China starting at $33K

Electrek

Amid an intensifying EV price war in China, Volkswagen is launching a new flagship electric sedan. VW’s joint venture (JV), FAW-Volkswagen, officially opened ID.7 Vizzion pre-orders in China starting at 237,700 yuan ($33,200). more… The post Volkswagen opens ID.7 Vizzion electric sedan pre-orders in China starting at $33K appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla Begins Charging $1 Per Minute Congestion Fees at Busy Superchargers

The Truth About Cars

Tesla recently started opening its Supercharger network to outside EV brands, but the influx of more vehicles to charge has put a strain on the system. To help with the surge, the automaker has started charging congestion fees of up to $1 per minute at busy Supercharger locations. The fee is intended to get drivers in and out of the charging stations faster by making it more expensive to charge to 100 percent.

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Chevy Blazer EV lease rates revealed with new promotional offers

Electrek

If you’re looking to get behind the wheel of Chevy’s new all-electric SUV, now may be the time. The 2024 Chevy Blazer EV is now available for a 36-month lease with promotional rates. more… The post Chevy Blazer EV lease rates revealed with new promotional offers appeared first on Electrek.

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Waste2Fresh project: An innovative solution for the textile manufacturing industry to reduce water contamination and scarcity

Innovation News Network

Waste2Fresh is a project that is utilising multiple innovations to solve the problems of denim wastewater contamination worldwide. The post Waste2Fresh project: An innovative solution for the textile manufacturing industry to reduce water contamination and scarcity appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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What to Do When the Ghost in the Machine Is You

Cars That Think

Limor Fried is the founder of Adafruit , a leading electronics manufacturer for makers. The open-source microcontroller driver libraries she writes to interface with devices such as sensors and displays often become de facto standards and are found in many code repositories. Recently, Fried began experimenting with ChatGPT to generate drivers and discovered that the AI was writing in her own particular style.

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DHL Express South Africa Gets Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo Test Fleet In South Africa

CleanTechnica EVs

Vans are utilised in a lot of sectors. Some of the largest operators of vans are logistics and courier companies. [continued] The post DHL Express South Africa Gets Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo Test Fleet In South Africa appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Elon Musk to discuss Tesla investing in xAI with the board

Electrek

Elon Musk says he plans to discuss Tesla investing in xAI, his new AI startup, with the automaker’s board of directors. more… The post Elon Musk to discuss Tesla investing in xAI with the board appeared first on Electrek.

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The Battle For Germany’s EV Market, Part X — Skoda Shines! VW & Tesla Down.

CleanTechnica EVs

The overall German auto market was up by 5% in October, and the BEV market was back in the black. [continued] The post The Battle For Germany’s EV Market, Part X — Skoda Shines! VW & Tesla Down. appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Honda Showcases Next Generation Fuel Cell System

Electric Cars Report

Honda is showcasing a prototype of its next-generation Hydrogen Fuel Cell System Module, jointly developed with GM, at the 2023 European Hydrogen Week as a further demonstration of the steps being taken to achieve carbon neutrality across all global operations by 2050. On display at the Brussels Expo from 20-24 November, the compact, yet powerful […] The post Honda Showcases Next Generation Fuel Cell System appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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The bioeconomy: A realistic opportunity to make a major contribution to creating a sustainable circular economy

Innovation News Network

Learn about the importance of the bioeconomy, and how bio-based materials can help us along the path to net zero. The post The bioeconomy: A realistic opportunity to make a major contribution to creating a sustainable circular economy appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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