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Foxconn unveils three EVs developed in-house

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Foxconn (Hon Hai Technology Group), a global leader in smart manufacturing, unveiled three electric vehicles in has developed in-house: the Model C recreational vehicle; the Model E sedan; and the Model T electric bus. The announcement was made during the livestreamed Hon Hai Tech Day 2021 (HHTD21) event, underlining Hon Hai's commitment to become a global next-generation automotive manufacturer.

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First drive review: 2022 Volvo C40 Recharge trades function for style

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With the arrival of the 2022 C40 Recharge, Volvo is truly starting to lay the groundwork for a future after internal combustion engines. The C40 Recharge isn’t the automaker’s first electric car, but it’s the first model to be sold solely as an EV. There will be no gas-powered equivalent of the C40 Recharge. And it’ll only.

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DOE: Life cycle GHG emissions for 2020 electric small SUV were half those of a conventional gasoline small SUV

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A team from Argonne National Laboratory recently produced a program record for the DOE Offices of Vehicle Technologies, Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies, and Bioenergy Technologies in which the Argonne researchers documented cradle-to-grave (C2G) and well-to-wheels (WTW) greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of light-duty vehicles, assuming key parameters for a variety of current (2020) and future (2050) vehicle-fuel technology pathways.

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Foxconn reveals three "self-developed" EVs, aims to become global automaker

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Foxconn recently announced manufacturing partnerships with Fisker and Lordstown Motors. And on Monday it launched its own EV brand called Foxtron. The Taiwanese firm most famous for contract manufacturing the Apple iPhone unveiled the first three Foxtron models at its Hon Tai Tech Day event. Those three vehicles, which Foxconn said are still in.

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

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Ford to invest £230M to transform UK Halewood transmission operations to build EV power units

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Ford announced that it intends to invest up to £230 million (US$316 million) at its Halewood vehicle transmission facility to transform it to build electric power units for future Ford all-electric passenger and commercial vehicles sold in Europe. Halewood will be Ford’s first electric vehicle component in-house assembly site in Europe with production beginning in 2024.

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Made-in-America batteries might power electric Ram pickup, Dodge muscle car

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As it prepares to launch a handful of electric vehicles, Stellantis on Monday confirmed a joint venture with LG Energy Solution for North American battery production. A memorandum of understanding between the two companies calls for a a factory to produce battery cells and modules, which will be supplied to Stellantis assembly plants in the United.

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A student-built solar camper van completes a 2,000 km trip across Europe

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Twenty-two students at the Eindhoven University of Technology in the Netherlands built a solar camper van and drove it 2,000 km (1,242 miles) across Europe using only sun power. more… The post A student-built solar camper van completes a 2,000 km trip across Europe appeared first on Electrek.

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Twelve produces first batch of E-Jet fuel from CO2 electrolysis; partnership with USAF; electrifying fuel, not planes

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Carbon transformation company Twelve (formerly Opus 12, earlier post ) has produced the first fossil-free jet fuel—called E-Jet—from CO 2 electrolysis, demonstrating a scalable, energy-efficient path to the de-fossilization of global aviation. This project was supported through funding from the US Air Force (USAF), and produced fuel globally applicable for both commercial and military aviation.

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Tesla Cybertruck with side mirrors and “rear-wheel steering” spotted in the wild

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A short video recently shared online has hinted that Tesla is now testing an updated prototype of its futuristic Cybertruck. This time around, the hulking steel machine was evidently sporting a pair of side mirrors, and it also seems to be utilizing rear-wheel steering, a feature that had been previously teased by Elon Musk. . The recent clip of the Cybertruck with its new side mirrors was shared to Drive Tesla Canada by electric vehicle enthusiast Jesse Sandoval.

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Toyota Alabama sole producer of hybrid-electric twin-turbo V6 and twin-turbo V6 for new Tundra

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Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Alabama (TMMAL) held an event to mark the first of Toyota’s latest engine products for the all-new 2022 Tundra ( earlier post ) to come off the production line. These new engines, a hybrid electric powered twin-turbo V6 engine and the gas-powered twin-turbo V6 engine, usher in the next era of powertrains being assembled in Huntsville.

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

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New Tesla Cybertruck prototype spotted with mirrors, possible rear wheel steering

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A new video of a Tesla Cybertruck prototype has surfaced, and it appears to show a new prototype with side mirrors. Tesla seemed to be testing the electric pickup truck’s turn radius, possibly with rear-wheel steering. more… The post New Tesla Cybertruck prototype spotted with mirrors, possible rear wheel steering appeared first on Electrek.

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Wolfspeed and ZINSIGHT enhance efficiency in fuel cell vehicles with silicon carbide technology

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Wolfspeed announced that ZINSIGHT Technology, an innovator of advanced electric drive systems, will utilize Wolfspeed 1200V Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOSFETs in its advanced motor controller for ultra-high-speed air compressors in fuel cell vehicle (FCV) systems. The use of SiC in battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and FCVs results in significant cost savings, while high-efficiency power modules enable lower energy losses and higher range.

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Tesla trademarks ‘Giga Beer’ and ‘Giga Bier’ for second venture into alcohol business

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Tesla has trademarked the rights to use the phrases “Giga Beer” and “Giga Beer,” according to the United States Patent and Trademark Office. During the “Giga Fest” event held on October 9th at Gigafactory Berlin, Tesla CEO Elon Musk stated that the company will develop a beer, amongst other things, that it will sell under the Tesla brand in the coming years.

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Haldor Topsoe to deliver blue ammonia technology for Air Products’ $4.5B blue hydrogen energy complex in Louisiana

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Haldor Topsoe will deliver its blue ammonia technology for Air Products’ recently announced $4.5-billion clean energy complex in Louisiana. ( Earlier post.) Air Products will build, own and operate the megaproject, which will produce more than 750 million standard cubic feet per day (MMSCFD) of blue hydrogen in Ascension Parish, Louisiana. “Blue” products are produced utilizing hydrocarbons as a feedstock, with the carbon dioxide in the production process captured for permanent sequestration.

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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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SpaceX uses robot dog to inspect Starship after first engine test in months

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SpaceX’s first orbital-class Starship prototype has survived the first of several expected Raptor tests, kicking off an engine test campaign that could mark a number of new milestones. With just 20 minutes left in a seven-hour test window, Starship prototype S20 (Ship 20) appeared to either unsuccessfully attempt its first Raptor static fire test or complete its first intentional Raptor preburner test around 11:40 pm CDT (UTC-5) on Monday, October 18th.

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INEOS to invest more than €2B in electrolysis projects in Europe for green hydrogen production

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INEOS will invest more than €2 billion into electrolysis projects to make zero-carbon, green hydrogen across Europe. Its first plants will be built in Norway, Germany, and Belgium with investment also planned in the UK and France. INEOS, through its subsidiary INOVYN, is already Europe’s largest existing operator of electrolysis, the technology necessary to produce green hydrogen for power generation, transportation, and industrial use.

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Nikola lawsuit vs. Tesla Semi given new life after judge’s ruling

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Nikola Motor has been given new deadlines by Judge James Donato, according to a new Order that was released on Tuesday. A judge shelved the lawsuit earlier this month following a lack of responsiveness from both Nikola and Tesla in regards to a lawsuit filed by the hydrogen trucking startup in 2018 that claims portions of the Tesla Semi infringed on several design patents that Nikola owns the rights to.

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Now More Plug-In Car Sales Than Diesel Car Sales In Europe

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Now the next milestone has been passed—in August, plug-in vehicles (plug-in hybrids and pure EVs) outsold diesels in Europe for the first time, taking a 21% share of the market, compared to 20% for diesels.

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Volvo’s latest OTA update will maximize EV range using new Range Assistant app

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Swedish automaker Volvo is rolling out its latest over-the-air (OTA) software update to its all-electric vehicles to help improve range and efficiency in multiple ways. This includes smart battery management, a preconditioning timer, and a new Range Assistant app to offer drivers advice and assistance in achieving max battery efficiency. Volvo Group Subsidiary Polestar is rolling out a similar OTA update to its EVs, including the Range Assistant app. more… The post Volvo’s latest OTA

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Las Cruces Purchases 5 BYD Buses For Its RoadRUNNER Fleet

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The Las Cruces City Council has approved the purchase of five BYD buses, BYD announced in a press release. The K8M buses are 35-foot battery-electric buses that will be used for the city’s RoadRUNNER Transit fleet. The K8M is an American-mad transit bus that can seat up to 33 people. It comes with up to […].

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Taiga launches off-road electric vehicle charging network to power emission-free adventures

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Taiga Motors, an electric snowmobile and watercraft manufacturer, announced today that it is launching its own off-road electric vehicle charging network. more… The post Taiga launches off-road electric vehicle charging network to power emission-free adventures appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla seemingly slips, briefly reiterates that Model 3 will be built in Giga Texas

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Tesla may be quite silent about it in recent months, but the company still seems to be intent on producing the Model 3 in Gigafactory Texas. This was hinted at in the company’s newly-launched Manufacturing page, which briefly indicated that Giga Texas would be the site for the production of the all-electric sedan. Tesla’s newly launched Manufacturing page showcased the company’s key production facilities, namely: the Fremont Factory, Giga Nevada, Giga New York, Giga Shanghai, G

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ZEEKR’s first 001 EVs roll off assembly line ahead of deliveries this weekend

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Infant luxury EV brand ZEEKR has officially begun rolling the first production models of its flagship 001 sedan off its assembly line in China. The brand exists under the Geely Holding Group umbrella, and will now begin the first deliveries of its first luxury EV to customers in China this weekend. more… The post ZEEKR’s first 001 EVs roll off assembly line ahead of deliveries this weekend appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla and Octopus Energy team up to bring green power supply to German Powerwall 2 owners

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Tesla teamed up with UK-based energy service provider Octopus Energy again. This time, Tesla and Octopus Energy are seeking to supply “inexpensive green electricity” to homeowners in Germany who install solar panels and Powerwall 2 batteries in their homes. . On Monday, October 18, the US automaker announced the Tesla electricity tariff from Octopus Energy.

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Daymak Spiritus prototype unveiled as $19,995 electric ‘car’ with 180 mile range

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Toronto-based Daymak is showing off its initial prototype of the Daymak Spiritus today. The three-wheeled electric vehicle is one of the first models in the company’s premium Avvenire EV line. more… The post Daymak Spiritus prototype unveiled as $19,995 electric ‘car’ with 180 mile range appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla is redefining the “Made in China” moniker with Giga Shanghai: report

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The narrative surrounding Tesla appears to have shifted for the better in China, with Xinhua News Agency , the official state-run press agency of the People’s Republic of China, recently posting a glowing analysis of the EV maker’s effect on the country’s auto sector. According to the media outlet, Tesla’s arrival has done a lot for China, as it helped break the old, negative stereotypes that have long been associated with the “Made in China” brand. .

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A Chinese smartphone giant will launch its first electric car in 2024

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Chinese smartphone company Xiaomi today announced that it plans to launch its first electric car in the first half of 2024, and then a new car in each of the following three years. It’s aiming for total sales of 900,000 electric cars in those three years. more… The post A Chinese smartphone giant will launch its first electric car in 2024 appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla’s ‘track record of growth’ pushes $900 PT from BoA ahead of Q3 Earnings

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Just one day before Tesla ( NASDAQ: TSLA ) is set to report its earnings for the third quarter of 2021, Bank of America Securities analysts are bumping their price target to $900. The automaker’s “track record of growth, consistent capital raises, and overall investor hype” drove Bank of America analyst John Murphy to increase his price target from $800 to $900.

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Tesla Begins Deliveries Of Its New Model X Long Range

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Tesla has begun the first few deliveries of its new Model X Long Range with six seats. Over the weekend, Tesla shared images of some of the deliveries taking place. In the walkaround video (further below), you can see all six seats and the yoke for steering. First deliveries of new Model X pic.twitter.com/WfccyUXcFD — […].

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Toyota, Stellantis, Ford, and other OEMs begin serious battery production push

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It seems like legacy automakers, including Toyota, Stellantis, Ford, and General Motors, are starting to embrace the EV transition. Detroit’s Big 3 and Toyota all announced investments in battery plants these last few weeks. These indicate that veteran automakers are taking a serious step toward mass electric vehicle production. . Toyota’s US Battery Plant.

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Nikola holds on to its lawsuit against Tesla because that’s all it’s got

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Nikola managed to barely hold on to its $2 billion lawsuit against Tesla over the design of its electric truck. The company’s stock went up 5% on the news as Nikola’s prospects are more and more limited following several controversies. more… The post Nikola holds on to its lawsuit against Tesla because that’s all it’s got appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla brings CCS adapter to Korean market, intends North American launch soon

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Tesla has brought its new CCS adapter to the Korean market, which is currently the only market that it is available. The automaker will bring the CCS adapter, which allows owners to charge at non-Tesla EV charging sites, to North America “soon.” Tesla has, without a doubt, the most robust EV charging network in the world. It should, especially as it is the face of electric vehicles.

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Volvo C40 Recharge review, Foxconn EVs, batteries for Dodge, Jeep, Ram EVs: Today’s Car News

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We drive Volvo’s first electric vehicle that has no gasoline counterpart. The maker of the iPhone has revealed EVs of its own. And the Dodge electric muscle car and Ram electric pickup look set for American batteries. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The 2022 Volvo C40 Recharge is the first model that truly lays the groundwork for a.

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What’s Happening With EV Charging Infrastructure In The USA?

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How will ample EV charging infrastructures spur EV sales? The goal is to have 100% EV sales in early-adopting states by 2035 and 100% in the rest of the country by 2040.

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