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More details from Kia on the EV9 three-row SUV

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Kia released more details of the Kia EV9, its first three-row seat electric flagship SUV, which is comparable in external dimensions to the Telluride. ( earlier post ). At launch, the EV9 will be available in Light, Wind, Land, and GT-Line trim levels, offered in two battery sizes and rear-wheel drive or dual-motor AWD configurations. The boxy, triangular design language of the EV9 emphasizes the tension of its short overhangs and long 122.0-inch wheelbase, pushed to the corners over the modular

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Vinfast claims 330-mile EPA range for three-row VF 9

Green Car Reports

Vinfast announced Monday that at least one of the versions of its upcoming three-row electric SUV, due for U.S. deliveries later this fall, will achieve a 330-mile EPA range. That’s higher than the 300 miles anticipated for some single-motor versions of the upcoming Kia EV9. It also appears to take on the Rivian R1S, which earns up to 352.

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Freudenberg Sealing Technologies launching customized 3D safety components for batteries

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Freudenberg Sealing Technologies has developed thermal barriers that help to slow down thermal runaway in Li-ion batteries by increasing resistance to propagation. The new 3D thermal barriers can be used at various positions within the battery and have already proven reliable in their initial series productions, according to the company. More than 100 million electric cars are expected to be on roads worldwide by 2030.

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Australia’s first electric fire truck rolls out, and it won’t be blowing smoke

The Driven EV News

Australia’s first battery electric fire truck rolls out, to be used by the ACT, and more are on their way. The post Australia’s first electric fire truck rolls out, and it won’t be blowing smoke appeared first on The Driven.

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

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H2X Global secures US$57M from Verde Mobility to deliver on US$300M in fuel cell vehicle orders

Green Car Congress

Australia-based hydrogen fuel cell vehicle company H2X Global recently secured a US$57-million deal with US-based firm, Verde Mobility Inc., to fastrack H2X’s delivery of 800 hydrogen-powered vehicles. The deal will finance the delivery of H2X Global’s US$300 million in purchase agreements for vehicles that include the Warrego (utility vehicle), Paroo (garbage/deliver/concrete trucks), and Swan (passenger bus).

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All-new Hyundai KONA Electric begins production in Czech Republic

Electric Cars Report

Hyundai Motor has started production for the all-new KONA Electric at its Czech Republic-based plant, Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Czech (HMMC). During the first year, HMMC intends to manufacture more than 20,000 units of KONA Electric. With this development, Hyundai continues to work toward its commitment to sell only zero-emission vehicles in Europe by 2035.

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US-built electric mini-truck AYRO receives street-legal certification

Electrek

The AYRO Vanish, an electric mini-truck designed and built in Texas, has just completed homologation to receive its street-legal status in the US and Canada. more… The post US-built electric mini-truck AYRO receives street-legal certification appeared first on Electrek.

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HyIron opens direct reduction plant for green iron

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HyIron, with the support of the state of Lower Saxony, has commissioned what it says is the world’s largest direct reduction plant for green iron on the site of RWE’s Emsland gas-fired power plant. At the plant, iron ore will be reduced solely with the aid of green hydrogen. The Lower Saxony Ministry of Environment is funding the construction of the plant with €3 million.

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Watch Tesla test Cybertruck’s likely final version on its own test track

Electrek

A Tesla Cybertruck, likely the final version of the electric pickup truck, was spotted being tested on the automaker’s own test track in Fremont. more… The post Watch Tesla test Cybertruck’s likely final version on its own test track appeared first on Electrek.

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RENK supplies special gear units for compressors for production of green steel

Green Car Congress

Germany-based RENK Group, a manufacturer of mission-critical drive technologies, is supplying three high-speed special gear units via RENK-Maag GmbH , a group company, for compressors for the production of green steel to Siemens Energy Compressors GmbH as part of the “SALCOS” (Salzgitter Low CO2 Steelmaking) project of the Salzgitter AG steel group. ( Earlier post.

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

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The world’s largest floating offshore wind farm is officially online

Electrek

Hywind Tampen , the world’s largest floating offshore wind farm, was inaugurated today by global power giant Equinor and its partners. more… The post The world’s largest floating offshore wind farm is officially online appeared first on Electrek.

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DeepDrive to unveil new central drive unit at IAA Mobility

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DeepDrive, a Munich-based deep-tech company backed by BMW and Continental ( earlier post ), will unveil a new central drive unit for electric vehicles as a world premiere at the IAA Mobility 2023 (4 - 10 September). The company says it is actively working with several leading OEMs interested in the DeepDrive drive unit. First series deployments are planned for 2027.

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Tesla Gigafactory Berlin production has been dipping, report says

Electrek

A new report claims that Tesla Gigafactory Berlin production has been dipping under the 5,000 units per week that the automaker reported earlier this year. more… The post Tesla Gigafactory Berlin production has been dipping, report says appeared first on Electrek.

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Marathon Petroleum implements Topsoe technology at Martinez Renewables facility in California

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Marathon Petroleum Corporation selected Topsoe as the technology provider for renewable fuels production at the Martinez Renewable Fuels Facility in California. The facility, part of Marathon’s 50/50 joint venture with Neste, utilizes Topsoe’s HydroFlex technology to convert bio-feedstock into renewable diesel. The continued partnership between Topsoe and Marathon builds upon the successful operation at Marathon’s Dickinson facility in North Dakota, which also uses Topsoe’s HydroFlex renewable f

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

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Kia scraps the low-cost Rio, paving the way for two new electric vehicles

Electrek

The low-cost Rio compact car will not be making a return in the US for a 2024 model year. Instead, Kia is expected to transition its production facility in Mexico, where the Rio is built, to produce two new EVs in Mexico. more… The post Kia scraps the low-cost Rio, paving the way for two new electric vehicles appeared first on Electrek.

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Up to $20M now available in California through VW Zero-Emission Freight and Marine (ZEFM) program

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Up to $20 million funding is now available in California through the VW Zero-Emission Freight and Marine (ZEFM) program. Applications are being accepted and reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis until funding is exhausted. This VW ZEFM solicitation incorporates the modifications to the California’s Beneficiary Mitigation Plan that were recently approved by the California Air Resources Board and has the following new features: Allows stacking with Clean Off-Road Equipment Voucher Incentive

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Elon Musk teases Tesla Cybertruck ‘production candidate’

Electrek

Elon Musk has released a picture of a Tesla Cybertruck “production candidate,” which he says he tested today. The CEO called it Tesla’s “best product ever.” more… The post Elon Musk teases Tesla Cybertruck ‘production candidate’ appeared first on Electrek.

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NETL publishes review of safety challenges of production, transportation and storage of hydrogen

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The National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) has published The Hydrogen Safety Review for Gas Turbines, SOFC, and High Temperature Hydrogen Production to review and summarize the unique safety challenges involved with the production, transportation and storage of hydrogen. The Review is part of NETL’s Hydrogen Safety Field Work Proposal to support the US Department of Energy’s Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management’s strategic vision for safe, widespread and large-scale production and

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Kia officially reveals the new entry-level Ray EV, starting at $20,500

Electrek

On Wednesday, Kia unveiled “The New Kia Ray,” an entry-level EV designed to meet the growing demand for affordable all-electric options. Pre-orders for Kia’s new EV will open on Thursday, August 24, starting at 27.35 million won (about $20,500). more… The post Kia officially reveals the new entry-level Ray EV, starting at $20,500 appeared first on Electrek.

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Apptronik Introduces Apollo Humanoid Robot

Cars That Think

Back in January, Apptronik said it was working on a new commercial general-purpose humanoid robot called Apollo. I say “new” because over the past seven or eight years Apptronik has developed more than half a dozen humanoid robots along with a couple of full-body exoskeletons. But as the company told us earlier this year, it has decided that now is absolutely definitely for sure the time for bipedal humanoids to go commercial.

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Hyundai’s three-row IONIQ 7 electric SUV spotted and compared in size to Kia’s EV9

Electrek

The larger three-row electric SUVs are rolling out. Hyundai’s upcoming IONIQ 7 was spotted and compared to the Kia EV9 ahead of its official debut. more… The post Hyundai’s three-row IONIQ 7 electric SUV spotted and compared in size to Kia’s EV9 appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla Shares Are On The Rise — Why? Analysts Debate

CleanTechnica EVs

Wasn't it only a mere few weeks ago when Tesla shares shrunk after Q2 investor concerns over falling gross margins? What's changed? Can it last?

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Elon Musk says ‘if LEGO can do it, so can we’ about Cybertruck quality in leaked Tesla email

Electrek

In a leaked email to Tesla employees, Elon Musk highlighted the need for high standards of quality and “single-digit micron” tolerance with the Cybertruck due to its straight edges. more… The post Elon Musk says ‘if LEGO can do it, so can we’ about Cybertruck quality in leaked Tesla email appeared first on Electrek.

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Battery-Electric Fishing Vessel Marks A Sea Change For Small Commercial Fishers

CleanTechnica EVs

On a brisk morning this fall, a 46-foot commercial fishing boat will cruise into the cold waters of Sitka, Alaska, and cut the diesel engine. In that moment of near silence, an electric motor will whir to life.

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Tesla adds Cybertruck Delivery Event invite to referral awards

Electrek

Tesla has added Cybertruck Delivery Event invites to its owner’s referral award program – without sharing a date yet. more… The post Tesla adds Cybertruck Delivery Event invite to referral awards appeared first on Electrek.

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As Lithium Supply Battle Heats Up, Stellantis Pays A $100 Million Visit To Hell’s Kitchen

CleanTechnica EVs

More EV battery activity is stirring over at the Hell's Kitchen geothermal brine lithium supply project in California.

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Electrify America, EVgo Ban The Use Of Non-OEM Adapters

InsideEVs

Both companies cite safety as the reason they don't allow 3rd party adapters to be used.

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Google Made An Android Auto Change That Proves EVs Have Arrived

CleanTechnica EVs

A number of tech outlets recently reported that Google made an interesting change to Google Maps in Android Auto. Until now, one of the default links was a tool to find a gas station, but now, when you run Google Maps in an EV, it knows that you wouldn’t want gas, and behaves accordingly.

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Polestar (PSNY) hits production milestone as 150,000th Polestar 2 rolls off the assembly line

Electrek

Up-and-coming EV maker Polestar (PSNY) just announced a significant production milestone. The Swedish EV maker’s 150,000th Polestar 2 electric sedan rolled off the assembly line Wednesday as it expands the brand globally. more… The post Polestar (PSNY) hits production milestone as 150,000th Polestar 2 rolls off the assembly line appeared first on Electrek.

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An Interview With Ford CEO Jim Farley Shows The Company Is Thinking Right About EVs

CleanTechnica EVs

In a recent interview with The Kilowatts, Ford CEO Jim Farley explained Ford’s approach to future EV customers, especially those who aren’t early adopters. In the video, we can see that Jim not only gets it, but understands the evolution of the EV market that’s unfolding.

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2024 Kia EV9 Detailed For US Market

Electric Cars Report

Kia America revealed additional details around the highly anticipated 2024 EV9, including an advance reservation program tailored to customers who are eager to be one of the first to reserve the first mainstream three-row EV SUV. Furthering Kia’s reputation of building segment-above vehicle excellence, the EV9 delivers sought-after features packed into one powerhouse EV SUV: […] The post 2024 Kia EV9 Detailed For US Market appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Only One Car Now Sells For Under $20,000. That Means Perils & Opportunities For EVs.

CleanTechnica EVs

A number of mainstream media outlets recently reported that there’s exactly one car that sells, on average, for under $20,000 in the United States: The Mitsubishi Mirage. Other cars are still technically available for under that price, but the actual amounts people are paying before they drive away from the dealer average higher.

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A huge solar + storage + EV project just launched at Dulles Airport

Electrek

Dulles International Airport in northern Virginia is going to host a solar, battery storage, and EV project – the US’s largest clean energy project at an airport. more… The post A huge solar + storage + EV project just launched at Dulles Airport appeared first on Electrek.

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2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB announced for the USA market, available in three trim levels

EV Specifications

2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB has been unveiled today featuring refreshed design and features. With a newly designed black panel surface with its star pattern at the front, the EQB visually catches up with its electric model siblings. A light band connects the daytime running lights of the headlights while a new bumper emphasizes the broad effect of the vehicle front.