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NXP and DLR collaborate on quantum computing technologies in Germany

Green Car Congress

NXP Semiconductors is collaborating with the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and other partners on ion trap-based quantum computers as part of the DLR’s Quantum Computing Initiative. The initiative aims to build quantum computers to help enable new innovations across energy, automotive, government, aerospace and other critical infrastructure. Quantum computers can process data significantly faster than classical computers, allowing them to solve complex problems.

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Ford Escape Hybrid refresh, faster Hyundai charging, Volvo EX90 tech, Mercedes CEO: The Week in Reverse

Green Car Reports

Which brand confirmed this week it will build EVs in Georgia? Which electric sedan can charge at home at 80 miles per hour? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending October 28, 2022. In an interview with GCR, Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Källenius talked about the company’s.

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Hyundai XCIENT fuel cell fleet in Switzerland logged 5M km in 2 years

Green Car Congress

Hyundai Motor Company announced that its fleet of XCIENT Fuel Cell heavy-duty trucks in Switzerland has accumulated more than 5 million km in two years. Starting in 2020, the company exported 47 units of the hydrogen-powered, zero-emission commercial trucks to 23 Swiss companies, which are using them for logistics, distribution and supermarket fulfillment.

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This Implant Turns Brain Waves Into Words

Cars That Think

A computer screen shows the question “Would you like some water?” Underneath, three dots blink, followed by words that appear, one at a time: “No I am not thirsty.”. It was brain activity that made those words materialize—the brain of a man who has not spoken for more than 15 years, ever since a stroke damaged the connection between his brain and the rest of his body, leaving him mostly paralyzed.

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

emissions global warming Norway climate change carbon dioxide youtube lighting

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Finnish Minerals Group and Epsilon Advanced Materials sign MoU on anode materials project

Green Car Congress

Epsilon Advanced Materials, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Epsilon Carbon Private Limited, and Finnish Minerals Group have agreed to set up a framework for assessing the possibilities of establishing an anode material production plant in Vaasa, Finland. The companies have signed a mutual Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to further this cooperation. The European market for lithium-ion batteries and the necessary battery materials is expected to reach a value of $94.41 billion (€96 billion) by 2029

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Ford extends dealership EV investment deadline

Teslarati

Ford has announced that Ford dealers will have an extra month to consider before the deadline to invest in the brand’s EV future. Ford made the news earlier this year for aggressively revitalizing its dealership system in the U.S. In short, while the company sees the benefits of having such a widespread dealer network, the auto giant also wants to remain price competitive with new direct-to-consumer options.

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Andrej Karpathy talks meaning of life and leaving Tesla with Lex Fridman

Teslarati

Tesla’s former AI Director, Andrej Karpathy, was the latest guest on Lex Fridman’s podcast. Karpathy, a founding member of OpenAI and Stanford educator, spoke with Fridman on a variety of topics, including AI, leaving Tesla, and even the meaning of life. For those who are considering learning more about machine learning, Karpathy has this advice to share. “Beginners are often focused on what to do, and I think the focus should be more on how much you do.

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A one-off DS 4 E-TENSE 225 for Jean-Eric Vergne, DS Automobiles ambassador

Electric Cars Report

Jean-Eric Vergne, the driver with the most titles in Formula E history and DS Automobiles brand ambassador for over than three years, has received the keys to a one-off DS 4 E-TENSE 225 PERFORMANCE LINE +. This model marks the significant partnership with the double Formula E champion who’s involved in the development of future […] The post A one-off DS 4 E-TENSE 225 for Jean-Eric Vergne, DS Automobiles ambassador appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Weird Alibaba: Time to take this electric mobility scooter off some sweet jumps

Electrek

One of the best things about scouring Alibaba for awesomely weird electric vehicles is that many of them seemingly start from something rather normal. There’s nothing strange about an electric tour bus, until it comes shaped like a tiger. Stuffed animals are rather normal, until engineers added wheels, motors and batteries to make them rideable. And a mobility scooter for old folks is a pretty common sidewalk vehicle, until you add enough seats to make it into a party bus for old folks. more….

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GM pauses Twitter ad spending as Elon Musk takes the helm

Teslarati

General Motors has announced that it has temporarily paused ad spending on Twitter as the social media platform changes ownership. Twitter’s leading source of revenue has always been advertising, and advertisers often use the platform to communicate more directly with consumers regarding their products. But as the platform has entered tumultuous times regarding ownership and content moderation, some advertisers are hesitant to continue on the platform.

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

Brief

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Volkswagen Sells Fewer Cars, But Slightly More BEVs In Q3 2022

InsideEVs

More than 200,000 all-electric cars sold this year indicates that 300,000+ is possible in 2022.

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Tesla Prices: Model S, Model 3, Model X, and Model Y

Teslarati

Considering an electric vehicle and wondering where Tesla prices are currently hovering? We’ve got you covered. As electric vehicle demand continues to increase, Teslarati has broken down each Tesla model’s price, what specs come with each trim level, and when you can take delivery. Tesla Model S Price. Credit: Tesla. The Tesla Model S is the company’s flagship vehicle and among the most luxurious in Tesla’s lineup.

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Volkswagen: We Have More Than 20,000 Orders For The ID. Buzz

InsideEVs

That's already far more than the company will produce by the end of this year.

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First Impressions of C40 Recharge, Volvo’s latest electric SUV

The Driven EV News

Here are my first impressions of the Volvo C40 Recharge, a restyled version of the XC40 electric SUV. The post First Impressions of C40 Recharge, Volvo’s latest electric SUV appeared first on The Driven.

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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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Mercedes-Benz More Than Doubled All-Electric Car Sales In Q3 2022

InsideEVs

The company already offers eight all-electric EQ models.

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Quick Charge Podcast: October 29, 2022

Electrek

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. more…. The post Quick Charge Podcast: October 29, 2022 appeared first on Electrek.

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Not So Fast

EV Club of CT

CHEAPR Rebates Dip in September It looked like we were on a roll with rebates having risen from 59 in June to 93 (implementation of higher MSRP cap) in July to 136 in August (restated. Read more.

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82% of BEVs & PHEVs Available in the US in 2022 Have a Base MSRP of $40,000+

EV Adoption

Out of 82 BEVs and PHEVs that are either currently available for sale in the US, or expected to be so by the end of 2022, 67 of them, or 81.7%, have a base manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) higher than $39,999, according to new analysis from EVAdoption. Fifteen or 18.3% have a base MSRP below $40,000 and 31 or 37.8% are at $70,000 or higher.

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Porsche stock hits record high after stellar earnings report

Teslarati

Stock in the German automaker Porsche has hit record highs today after the company posted a stellar earnings report for Q3. In short, Porsche ( XETRA: P911 ) had an incredibly successful quarter, especially regarding financials. The company has increased revenue by 41% in the first nine months of the year compared to last year, totaling just over 5 billion euros ($4.98 billion).

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Benchmark: Indonesia could become major cobalt producer; forecasts 30x boost

Green Car Congress

Indonesia is both the world’s largest nickel producer and the country with the biggest nickel reserves. ( Most of Indonesia’s nickel output is currently Class 2 nickel , a low-purity type used for stainless steel. The country’s government and the mining sector are determined to transform its nickel industry to meet the rising demand for Class 1 nickel, a crucial component for electric vehicle (EV) batteries.).

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Trafficking survivor has a hard question for Twitter advertisers pausing ads over Elon Musk acquisition

Teslarati

Elon Musk’s acquisition of Twitter has finally come to a close, and as he takes charge of the platform, some advertisers aren’t too happy. Citing his love for humanity, Elon Musk wrote a letter to Twitter’s advertisers emphasizing the importance of ad relevancy on Thursday. On Friday, General Motors paused its Twitter ad spending once Elon Musk completed his takeover of the platform.

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