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These Graphene Tattoos Are Actually Biosensors

Cars That Think

Imagine its the year 2040, and a 12-year-old kid with diabetes pops a piece of chewing gum into his mouth. A temporary tattoo on his forearm registers the uptick in sugar in his blood stream and sends that information to his phone. Data from this health-monitoring tattoo is also uploaded to the cloud so his mom can keep tabs on him. She has her own temporary tattoosone for measuring the lactic acid in her sweat as she exercises and another for continuously tracking her blood pressure and heart r

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Tesla leads in vehicle longevity and mileage, study finds

Teslarati

Tesla has emerged as the leader in vehicle lifespan and mileage among various car brands and fuel types, as per a recent study. The research, which was published in Nature , was based on vehicle inspection data from the UK. Key Highlights on Tesla: As per the study, Tesla’s electric vehicles are expected to cover an average of 204,000 miles over their lifetime, surpassing all other brands regardless of powertrain, as noted in a report from Allt Om Elbil.

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Tesla sales crash in Australia as Musk impact has consumers looking for another brand

The Driven EV News

Tesla EV sales in Australia slump again, with the once market leading Model 3 sedan falling 62 pct below the same month a year earlier. Is this just the market, or is Musk repelling buyers? The post Tesla sales crash in Australia as Musk impact has consumers looking for another brand appeared first on The Driven.

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Tesla (TSLA) sales are dropping like a rock in Europe, but it’s not just because of Elon Musk

Electrek

Tesla sales are dropping like a rock in Europe based on early sales numbers coming for January 2025. Many are linking this to dissatisfaction with CEO Elon Musks meddling in European politics. While theres undoubtedly some of that going on, its not the only factor.

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

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2025 VW ID.4 EV costs more vs. 2024, more features due mid-year

Green Car Reports

2025 ID.4 with 82-kwh battery and 291-mile range starts at $46,520 VW promises "additional content" midyear; unclear if that's in addition to NACS adapter Base 62-kwh versions haven't been priced, will come later Volkswagen has put a price on some, but not all, U.S. versions of its 2025 VW ID.4 electric vehicle lineup ahead of their expected.

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Tesla’s sales drop double digits in the US’ biggest EV market, while others are growing

Electrek

Teslas sales have dropped by double digits in California, the most important EV market in the US, all while the rest of the EV market is growing.

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US solar module production capacity reaches 50+ GW

Electrek

The US solar manufacturing industry just hit a historic milestone: Domestic solar module production capacity has surpassed 50 gigawatts (GW). If all these factories ran at full capacity, they could produce enough modules to meet the countrys entire solar demand.

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Australia’s longest EV charging network hailed as tourism wonder

The Driven EV News

WA state government has said its state-spanning EV-charging highway is now fully operational, and claims it has become a "tourism wonder" for international travellers. The post Australias longest EV charging network hailed as tourism wonder appeared first on The Driven.

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The US’s largest solar cell factory is now online in South Carolina

Electrek

ES Foundry will become the largest producer of crystalline silicon solar cells in the US with the launch of its new factory in South Carolina.

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41 EVs Did A 620-Mile Winter Trip. Here’s How Much Time They Took

InsideEVs

The test revealed how much time it would take to travel 620 miles, including charging stops, in freezing temperatures.

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

Brief

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BYD’s overseas sales surged to a new record as its global EV plans kick into high gear

Electrek

The worlds largest EV maker is quickly making a name for itself on a global scale. With overseas sales surging 83% last month, BYD is looking for even more market share in 2025.

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Tesla Cybertruck Sales Aren't Great, But Its Tech Will Power Future EVs

InsideEVs

Nearly every piece of Cybertruck tech is heading to future Teslasexcept its stainless steel body.

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I bought a container full of Chinese electric excavators. Here’s what showed up

Electrek

This isnt exactly my first time dropping a container full of Chinese electric vehicles in the yard and cracking it open with childlike glee. But it is likely one of the most unique experiences Ive had so far doing this, revealing inside a fleet of battery-powered Chinese electric mini-excavators and assorted accessories.

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AAA member businesses to get preferred pricing on ChargePoint EV chargers

Green Car Reports

ChargePoint last week announced an agreement with AAA to expand deployment of its electric vehicle chargers. The agreement will secure "preferred pricing" on charging hardware for businesses associated with AAA, according to a press release. Such businesses include towing companies, repair shops, and similar automotive-related businesses that.

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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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New York’s largest solar farm is a go with $950 million in funding

Electrek

Clean energy investment manager Greenbacker Renewable Energy has secured $950 million to build what will be New York States largest solar farm.

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Audi shifts strategy: EVs and gas-powered cars to share nameplates

Green Car Reports

Audi announced Monday that it will upend a naming scheme announced last year and have internal-combustion and electric vehicles share nameplates. In an effort to fit more electric models into its traditional alphanumeric format, Audi previously said it would assign odd-numbered designations to combustion models like the A5 and Q5, and reserve even.

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A Chinese Smartphone Giant Built Its Own Car. Sales Have Been Incredible

InsideEVs

When the SUV version launches later this year, we expect it to be an even bigger hit.

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All the EVs (and PHEVs) you can buy with 0% financing in February 2025

Electrek

Lease deals get all the hype, but most people still want to own the car after theyre done making all those payments on it. If that sounds like you, and youve been waiting for the interest rates on auto loans to drop, youre in luck: there are a bunch of great plug-in cars you can buy with 0% financing this February!

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Honda aims to launch $1B+ ‘next-gen’ car factory in Ohio

Teslarati

Japanese automaker Honda Motor aims to launch a next-generation car factory in Ohio for over $1 billion. Honda is investing heavily in Ohio. It initially announced an investment of $700 million in the Buckeye state and quickly increased its investment to more than $1 billion. The Japanese automaker has a growing EV hub in Ohio, and it wants to set a global standard in electric vehicle production through its manufacturing operations in that state.

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A Major Climate Win in Italy

CleanTechnica EVs

The recently approved budget law has put into place a promising reform regarding salary cars At 4%, Italys EV uptake is one of the lowest in Europe and has been so for years. However, this might start to change. We would be wrong to think that the country has entered. [continued] The post A Major Climate Win in Italy appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Greenland Ice Sheet cracks growing rapidly due to climate change

Innovation News Network

Crevasses on the Greenland Ice Sheet have increased in size and depth at the fast-flowing edges over the last five years. Read more here. The post Greenland Ice Sheet cracks growing rapidly due to climate change appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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State government offers big grants for electric delivery vans and cargo e-bikes

The Driven EV News

One state government has announced grants of $20,000 for electric delivery vans and $2,500 for cargo e-bikes for last mile delivery services. The post State government offers big grants for electric delivery vans and cargo e-bikes appeared first on The Driven.

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EU greenlights €500m investment in chemical recycling for plastic waste

Innovation News Network

The European Commission has approved a 500m scheme by France to support chemical recycling, an advanced method for repurposing plastic waste. The post EU greenlights 500m investment in chemical recycling for plastic waste appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Tesla offers 10% insurance discount if you drive more using its ‘Full Self-Driving’ system

Electrek

Tesla is starting to offer insurance discounts for people who drive more using its supervised Full Self-Driving suite of advanced driver assist features.

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Better AI Is a Matter of Timing

Cars That Think

AI is changing everything in data centers: New AI-specific chips , new cooling techniques , and new storage drives. Now e ven the method for keeping time is starting to change, with an announcement from SiTime that the company has developed a new clock that is optimized for AI workloads. The company says the development will lead to significant energy savings and lower costs for AI training and inference.

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Honda, Hyundai, Ford, and Kia EV sales climb in January

Electrek

Several automakers, including Honda, Hyundai, Ford , and Kia, reported higher EV sales in the US in January. Heres a look at some of the top-selling EV models (outside of Tesla) last month.

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25 percent of new cars sold in California last year were zero-emission

Electric Cars Report

Zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) sales remain strong and steady in California as 1 in 4 new car buyers continue to choose alternatives to gasoline-powered cars and trucks, leading the nation in ZEV adoption. In the fourth quarter of 2024, Californians purchased 108,303 zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs), representing 25.1% of all new vehicle sales in the state, accordingto […] The post 25 percent of new cars sold in California last year were zero-emission appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Volkswagen just revealed the 2025 ID.4’s initial pricing and trim

Electrek

Volkswagen of America today announced the initial pricing and trim for the 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 heres the lowdown.

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Honda EV Hub Prepares for New Level of Flexible Production

Electric Cars Report

Honda has provided a first look at its innovative approach to manufacture electric vehicles by late 2025 at the Honda EV Hub in Ohio, detailing the company’s flexible approach that uniquely positions Honda to build internal combustion engine (ICE), hybrid-electric, and battery electric vehicles (EVs) on the same production lines. In retooling the Marysville Auto […] The post Honda EV Hub Prepares for New Level of Flexible Production appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Volvo’s EX30 was the third top-selling EV in Europe in 2024, now you can buy it in the US

Electrek

Volvos smallest and most affordable electric SUV, the EX30 , was the third top-selling EV in Europe last year, behind Teslas Model Y and Model 3. Now, you can finally snag one in the US.

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Tesla sales are plunging around the world: Is this just a Musk problem?

The Driven EV News

Tesla sales are plunging in key markets around the world - many by more than 50 per cent. Surveys point to the now damaging impact of Elon Musk's toxic politics. But it is not the only reason. The post Tesla sales are plunging around the world: Is this just a Musk problem? appeared first on The Driven.

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Hyundai opens IONIQ 9 pre-orders in South Korea starting at just $41,000

Electrek

Hyundais first three-row electric SUV is officially on the market. On Monday, Hyundai opened IONIQ 9 pre-orders in South Korea, starting at around $41,000 with incentives. The flagship electric SUV can seat six people and has a driving range of up to 330 miles.

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Comment on Nio ramps up car purchase incentives, launches 5-year 0-interest financing by John Hanna

CN EV Post

Nio has joined Tesla in starting a five-year zero-interest interest financing program and has increased its offerings of free battery swap services.

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GM is cutting a shift at its EV plant in Mexico because of the Honda Prologue

Electrek

GM cut a shift at its Ramos Arizpe manufacturing plant in Mexico, where it builds the Chevy Equinox EV and Honda Prologue. According to GM , the move was due to Hondas decision to slow Prologue output. With sales of its sole electric SUV in the US surging, why is Honda cutting back?

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