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Ford reveals E-Transit Courier

Green Car Congress

Ford Pro recently revealed the E-Transit Courier, a ground-up new all-electric commercial vehicle. Extending Ford Pro’s line-up of electrified and connected cargo vans, the new E‑Transit Courier is fully integrated with Ford Pro’s platform of software and connected services for efficient operation including end-to-end charging solutions and management tools from Ford Pro Software.

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Hyundai Kona EV, Walmart charging network, EV efficiency and EPA rules: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Hyundai has a new entry-level EV on the way. Walmart is getting in the charging business, and it’s big. And should the EPA reward more efficient EVs? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Hyundai will introduce to the U.S. the lower-priced version of the Kona EV, with a smaller 48.6-kwh battery and an expected range near 200 miles, it.

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Study finds global emissions of several banned ozone-destroying CFCs are increasing

Green Car Congress

New analysis has found increasing emissions of several ozone-depleting chemicals despite their production being banned for most uses under the Montreal Protocol—and a loophole in the rules is likely responsible. The research, published in Nature Geoscience and led by the University of Bristol and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), puts the rise in part down to the chemicals, known as chlorofluorocarbons or CFCs, being used to make other ozone-friendly alternatives to C

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Walmart plans its own EV charging network, Electrify America aside

Green Car Reports

Walmart plans to build its own EV fast-charging network, in what reads as an aspiration to create something much larger than what it currently has with Electrify America. The company on Thursday announced plans to install "thousands" of chargers at its Walmart and Sam's Club stores nationwide by 2030. That's in addition to almost 1,300 fast.

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

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First all-electric MINI Convertible to premiere at Auto Shanghai 2023

Green Car Congress

The all-electric MINI Cooper SE Convertible ( earlier post ) celebrates its world premiere at Auto Shanghai, 18 to 27 April at the China Expo Convention and Exhibition Complex, Shanghai. The MINI Cooper SE Convertible (power consumption combined: 17.2 kWh/100 km according to WLTP) is the first locally emission-free premium convertible in the small car segment to be presented to the public for the first time.

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Should future EPA rules incentivize more efficient EVs?

Green Car Reports

As the auto industry awaits an EPA proposal for the next round of emissions rules for internal-combustion vehicles, an environmental advocacy group argues that similar standards should be applied to EVs. The EPA has historically rewarded gasoline cars and trucks for being more fuel-efficient, but current standards count all EVs as having zero CO2.

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Tesla is about to launch a big new software update with new features and UI upgrades

Electrek

Tesla is about to launch a big new software update that includes a few new features and a lot of user interface upgrades. more… The post Tesla is about to launch a big new software update with new features and UI upgrades appeared first on Electrek.

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Radiant receives DoD SBIR award for modeling and simulation of energy resilience and nuclear microreactor integration at Hill AFB

Green Car Congress

Through a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) award from the Department of Defense, Radiant will develop base modeling and simulation capabilities for key energy resilience scenarios at Hill Air Force Base. Founded by former SpaceX engineers, Radiant is developing Kaleidos, a gas-cooled, high-temperature 1.2MWe portable nuclear microreactor focused on replacing diesel generators to provide zero-emissions power to any location in the world.

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Tesla Cybertruck prototype spotted with new steel wheels

Electrek

A Tesla Cybertruck prototype has been spotted with new steel wheels as we try to track changes on the beta prototypes ahead of the start of production. more… The post Tesla Cybertruck prototype spotted with new steel wheels appeared first on Electrek.

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UK: Battery Electric Vehicles Reached A Record Monthly High Of 46,626 Units In March

Electric Cars Report

UK new car registrations in March bounced back by 18.2% to deliver the best ‘new plate month’ performance since before the pandemic, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The increase saw 287,825 units delivered, the eighth consecutive month of growth for the new car market, as supply […] The post UK: Battery Electric Vehicles Reached A Record Monthly High Of 46,626 Units In March appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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

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Tesla improves interface with customization, new features in massive update

Teslarati

Tesla is shipping Software Update 2023.12 to select employees today with a variety of new interface improvements and features that are aimed toward customization and ease of access. Tesla has been making a recent effort to vastly improve both its vehicles and App with new features. In-vehicle updates have included a new version of the Owner’s Manual, a revision to the cabin heat system that improves its functionality, and navigation fixes.

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Rivian wants to add even more utility with secret truck bed compartments

Electrek

If your truck bed isn’t cutting it with limited storage and functionality, Rivian ‘s new patent could change that. The EV maker’s latest patent application describes a “movable panel” on the truck bed, providing secret storage compartments and utility surfaces for work or play. more… The post Rivian wants to add even more utility with secret truck bed compartments appeared first on Electrek.

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What is a Car?

Energy Institute at HAAS

The regulatory history of automobiles is a cautionary tale for today’s energy regulators. In February the US Treasury announced that the Tesla Model Y would be eligible for a $7,500 … Continue Reading What is a Car?

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Canoo (GOEV) finds path to customer deliveries by leasing Oklahoma manufacturing facility

Electrek

EV startup Canoo has announced a long-term lease of an existing production facility in Oklahoma City, where it will operate a full and final assembly line for its flagship Lifestyle Vehicles (LVs). more… The post Canoo (GOEV) finds path to customer deliveries by leasing Oklahoma manufacturing facility 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

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Tesla Model Y output being ramped in Giga Texas

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Earlier this month, Tesla Giga Texas hit a new milestone by building 4,000 Model Y in one week. A recent flyover of the Gigafactory Texas complex suggests that the Tesla team has not let off the accelerator since. Tesla watcher Jeff Roberts , who has been following the progress of Giga Texas since its earliest days, recently shared images and footage from a drone flyover he recently conducted around the facility.

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Tesla reaches new Supercharger milestone as it still dominates charging

Electrek

Tesla has reached a new Supercharger milestone with 45,000 stalls as it still dominates fast charging, especially in the US. more… The post Tesla reaches new Supercharger milestone as it still dominates charging appeared first on Electrek.

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Rivian CFO makes avalanche of announcements, woos investors

Teslarati

The Rivian CFO has made several announcements at the recent Bank of America Securities Summit, enticing investors and fans alike. Rivian is finally catching its stride following a successful first quarter of the year , and coming off this excellent production ramp; the automaker is headed toward a whole new set of challenges, relating to everything from its second-generation R2 vehicle to its profitability to its ongoing R1 truck ramp.

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Tesla Pro Tip: Disengage the Supercharging Steering Lock

CleanTechnica EVs

Tesla’s steering wheels go into a lock mode when you’re charging at a Supercharger, but what happens if you need to move the wheel without unplugging?

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Tesla releases list of shareholder proposals ahead of annual meeting

Teslarati

Tesla has released its list of shareholder proposals ahead of its 2023 Annual Shareholder Meeting, held at Giga Texas. Tesla’s shareholder meeting has become well known in the car world for its extravagance and the “hot takes” often issued by the automaker’s CEO, Elon Musk. Now, before its 2023 annual shareholder meeting at Giga Texas, the company has released its list of shareholder proposals which investors will have the opportunity to vote on.

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NIO scales back purchase benefits, NOP+ software to start charging in Jul

CN EV Post

NIO will no longer give customers a free home charger, and will upgrade NOP+ to a formal release and start a subscription system for the software starting July 1 for RMB 380 per month. (Image credit: CnEVPost) NIO (NYSE: NIO) announced two important decisions today that are expected to spur order growth in the short term, as well as allow the software to start contributing to revenue.

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Tesla Model S & Model X make first appearance in South Korea

Teslarati

The Tesla Model S and Model X have made their first appearance in South Korean Tesla stores ahead of deliveries later this year. Tesla has been slowly but surely expanding the presence of its flagship Model S and Model X models, particularly in Asia, where the cars have achieved critical acclaim for their incredible acceleration. Now, Tesla has finally launched both of its top-of-the-line models in South Korea, with showings available at South Korean stores today.

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Toyota Planning To Add Plug-In Hybrids With Over 200km Of Battery Range

CleanTechnica EVs

Toyota recently announced that it will expand its current lineup by releasing ten new battery-electric models by 2026, which would amount to 1.5 million vehicles of annual sales. Toyota also said that this next-generation of BEVs will be “entirely different from those of today — BEVs created by carmakers in 2026.

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Tesla Solar receives blow from revised incentives in California

Teslarati

California is instituting a new pay structure for residential solar systems, which could dramatically damage demand for Tesla Solar products, but it isn’t all bad news. While Tesla’s energy products, particularly its commercial Megapack system, dominate the field , the same cannot be said for its residential solar systems, which have faced an uphill battle in the highly competitive market.

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News: 2024 Hyundai Kona

Clean Fleet Report

News: 2024 Hyundai Kona EV Takes Lead as Redesigned Small SUV Debuts Hyundai introduced the all-new 2024 Kona at the New York International Auto Show this past week. Offered in three models with gasoline or electric propulsion, the updated Kona will be an important part of the growing Hyundai electrified line-up. An EV-first philosophy EV First Designed Exterior Hyundai says the Kona has an “EV-centric exterior” that is also the basis for the gas-powered Kona.

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FUD Alert: Weight Of Electric Cars Will Cause Parking Garages To Fall Down

CleanTechnica EVs

For some people, electric cars are to be feared and so they make up the most outrageous lies about them to scare people away from them.

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Tesla delivers 76,663 vehicles in China in Mar, exports 12,206 from Shanghai plant

CN EV Post

Tesla's share of the NEV market in China was 14.12 percent in March and 20.02 percent in the BEV market. | TSLA.US Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) delivered a near-record high number of vehicles in China in March, with its Shanghai plant producing vehicles in the second half of each quarter primarily for local deliveries. Tesla China exported 12,206 vehicles in March, according to data released today by the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA).

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Toyota Awakens From Its Long Winter’s Nap To Find The World Has Changed

CleanTechnica EVs

Toyota is beginning to sound like it is ready to join the EV revolution, according to company officials in Japan.

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Elon Musk’s Twitter absorbed by his X Corp—Let the Games Begin

Teslarati

As of April 4, Twitter has been fully absorbed by Elon Musk’s X Corp., meaning the social media platform technically “no longer exists.” A court filing submission dated April 4 states: “Pursuant to Rule 7.1(a)(1) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, the undersigned counsel for Defendant X Corp., as successor in interest to named Defendant Twitter, Inc., hereby states that Twitter, Inc. has been merged into X Corp. and no longer exists.

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Sila Nano-Composite Silicon Anode Increases Range & Reduces Charging Times

CleanTechnica EVs

Sila says its nano composite silicon anode can improve the range of electric vehicles by 20% and lower charging times dramatically.

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BYD showcases Yangwang U9 EV that goes 0-60 mph in 2 seconds… Oh, and it can ollie

Electrek

A year after its digital premiere, BYD has officially showcased the U9 EV under its new Yangwang luxury sub-brand. The quad motor supercar debuts atop BYD ’s new e⁴ platform featuring a DiSus vehicle body control system being hailed by its makers as the “most advanced in the global industry.” As you’ll see below, this EV can actually jump up and down. more… The post BYD showcases Yangwang U9 EV that goes 0-60 mph in 2 seconds… Oh, and it can ollie appeared first on Electrek.

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BYD launches smart body control system tailor fit for NEVs

Teslarati

On Monday, China’s top automaker, BYD, launched an intelligent body control system called DiSus. It comes in four sets of vehicle control systems, specifically DiSus-C, DiSus-A, Disus-P, and DiSus-X. “The BYD DiSus system is the first self-developed intelligent vehicle control system launched by a Chinese automaker and has achieved breakthrough development. ,” said Wang Chuanfu, chairman and president of BYD.

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Here’s why I prefer Amtrak over my Tesla Model 3 in the US Northeast

Electrek

Since I moved to Vermont a year ago, I’ve both driven my Tesla Model 3 and taken an Amtrak train to visit family in Pennsylvania. Here’s why I prefer to take the train in the Northeast Corridor – the busiest railroad in North America. more… The post Here’s why I prefer Amtrak over my Tesla Model 3 in the US Northeast appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla Launches Its Vision Park Assist Feature

CleanTechnica EVs

Since Tesla’s removal of ultrasonic sensors (USS) from its vehicles around late last year, some drivers have complained about the loss of park assistance. Now, Tesla has shared its vision-based park assist feature in a new update, without the use of USS hardware.

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AAA releases 2023 Car Guide, EVs Lead the Way

Electric Cars Report

With their attractive blend of cutting-edge design, advanced technology, and energy efficiency, electric vehicles are taking center stage in more auto showrooms nationwide. And now, the new 2023 AAA Car Guide is here to help consumers navigate this evolving automotive marketplace by ranking and rating the newest vehicles, including EVs. The Guide provides consumers with reviews, based […] The post AAA releases 2023 Car Guide, EVs Lead the Way appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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