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32 Bits That Changed Microprocessor Design

Cars That Think

In the late 1970s, a time when 8-bit processors were state of the art and CMOS was the underdog of semiconductor technology, engineers at AT&T s Bell Labs took a bold leap into the future. They made a high-stakes bet to outpace IBM , Intel , and other competitors in chip performance by combining cutting-edge 3.5-micron CMOS fabrication with a novel 32-bit processor architecture.

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GM nabs nearly 15% of new EV sales in the US as Chevy and Cadillac find their groove

Electrek

Although fewer electric vehicles were sold in the US last month than in March, several brands saw surprising growth.

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Hyundai Motor Group & Incheon International Airport to Deliver Next-Level Convenience with AI-Powered EV Charging Robots

CleanTechnica EVs

Hyundai Motor Group to partner with Incheon International Airport Corporation to commercialize AI-based EVautomatic charging robot (ACR)services Safety certified ACR to enhance convenience and safety at the airport, contributing to smart airport solutions and expanding the Groups robotics business domain Incheon International Airport to serve as a demonstration site for.

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TotalEnergies just went big on solar with its largest project in Europe

Electrek

TotalEnergies has officially opened its largest solar power installation in Europe, and its a big one. The massive solar cluster is located just outside Seville in southern Spain and is made up of five solar farms. Together, they have a total capacity of 263 megawatts (MW) enough to generate 515 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of clean electricity each year.

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The Four-Door 2026 Dodge Charger Daytona Has Arrived

The Truth About Cars

The new Dodge Charger Daytona EV has only been on sale for a short while, but the automaker has already trimmed the lineup, removing the base R/T model due to flagging demand. Beyond the fact that its core demographic wants nothing to do with EVs, Dodges problems with the car are likely related to its price and two-door configuration, but the company is set to solve one of those problems with a new sedan configuration for 2026.

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Republican solar cuts raise your electric bill, threaten US energy/AI dominance

Electrek

House republicans passed their tax bill, which promises to inflate costs for Americans and channel money from the middle class to billionaires, all while sending jobs to China. But thats not the only bad stuff thats in the bill it will also inflate your electricity costs and threaten a recent boom in solar installations that is helping to grow domestic energy production and feed power-hungry data centers for AI.

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Rivian R2 kicks off real-world validation and even its camo wraps are cooler than everyone else’s

Electrek

Rivian has shared an exciting update on the progress of the development of its R2 validation builds. The production-intent R2 vehicles will be put through long cycles of harsh real-world conditions and will do so in style. The American automaker showcased its unique R2 wraps today, and these camoed designs are true to the Rivian brand and some of the most creative Ive ever seen.

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The Actual Reason the Tesla Cybertruck Has Failed?

CleanTechnica EVs

In response to a good and interesting article from Jennifer Sensiba regarding Tesla failures caused by Elon Musk, one reader, Roger Lambert, had a critique and his own clear take on why the Cybertruck has failed. He also adds a few more Elon Musk failures that have hurt Tesla. To. [continued] The post The Actual Reason the Tesla Cybertruck Has Failed?

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Check out Hyundai’s new robot that will automatically charge your EV

Electrek

How much easier can charging get? Hyundai and Kia want to make it effortless with their new robot that automatically charges your EV.

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BYD launches a bigger Seagull in Europe, calls it Surf, releases pricing and specs

The Driven EV News

BYD's cheapest best-seller EV launched in Europe, along with a new name, bigger footprint and price. The post BYD launches a bigger Seagull in Europe, calls it Surf, releases pricing and specs 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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Zurich Airport found a smart new way to squeeze out more solar power

Electrek

Zurich Airport is testing out an innovative new way to make solar power: vertical solar fences. The Swiss airport, which already uses rooftop solar panels, has now installed upright solar panels on a security fence near its heating facility.

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Two EVs Charge Faster Than the Rest. But One Is Clearly Better

InsideEVs

In the U.S., the Porsche Taycan and the Lucid Gravity are the fast-charging champions. So which can get it done the fastest?

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House republicans vote to send US EV jobs to China, give trillions to US elites

Electrek

House republicans passed their tax proposal, which kills a slew of tax credits to help working families become more energy efficient, improve US air quality, and boost US manufacturing. The republican bill instead channels that money to wealthy elites, increasing the deficit by trillions of dollars along the way.

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AAP Factcheck: Claims UK will reduce car fuel tanks to make EVs competitive is nonsense

The Driven EV News

A fake British government media release outlining a new policy on reducing the capacity of car fuel tanks is spreading online. The post AAP Factcheck: Claims UK will reduce car fuel tanks to make EVs competitive is nonsense appeared first on The Driven.

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

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Tesla Model Y compared to ‘Tesla killer’ Xiaomi YU7: it’s not even close

Electrek

Here we compare the specs of the new Tesla Model Y (Chinese version) to the newly unveiled Xiaomi YU7, a vehicle dubbed the Tesla killer.

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Hyundai begins real-world testing of AI-powered EV charging robot

Teslarati

Hyundai announced on Thursday that it has officially launched real-world testing of its AI-powered EV charging robot, which it is referring to as the ACR. The Korean company is partnering with both Kia and Incheon International Airport for the testing phase, which was launched with a memorandum of understanding (MOU). The pilot program is going to be used to lay the groundwork for future robot use for EV charging.

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Kia’s electric van is going full camper mode: Here’s our first look at the PV5 Conversion

Electrek

The PV5 is not just any van. For one, its built for more than just getting from Point A to Point B. With a fully electric, modular design, Kia will offer the PV5 van in Passenger, Cargo, Freezer Box, and even Light Camper variants. The upcoming PV5 Conversion was spotted for the first time, hinting it could be here soon.

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Axed! 2025 Lexus UX 300e bows out in Australia leaving upgraded RZ as luxury brand’s only EV

EV Central

Lexus Australia has confirmed it has axed the 2025 Lexus UX 300e from its line-up. The decision comes less than two years after the small SUV underwent a significant update designed to close the gap between it and other EVs like the Mercedes EQA. Blaming production restrictions on selected parts, Lexus Australia says there are no plans to reintroduce its entry-level EV into the line-up.

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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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California announces lawsuit to resist Congress’ illegal attacks on clean air

Electrek

California will go to court to protect its clean air in the face of illegal attacks by republicans in Congress, said California Governor Gavin Newsom today.

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Washington Uses Speed Cameras to Send Warnings, Rather Than Fines

The Truth About Cars

The Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently engaged in a pilot program to conduct research along two particularly hairy stretches of interstate. The study includes utilizing speed cameras to assess the roads, presumably before the state decides whether or not make them a permanent fixture. While Washington has been using the devices to track and even contact speeders by mail, the state has held off on issuing any fines.

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Rad Power’s Memorial Day Sale takes up to $500 off new and legacy e-bikes from $1,299, DJI, Husqvarna, EcoFlow flash sale, more

Electrek

Headlining todays Green Deals is Rad Powers Memorial Day Sale which is taking up to $500 off seven e-bikes four of which are the first discounts were seeing on the new lineup of models, like the Radster Road Commuter e-bike that is down at $1,999. We also spotted DJIs Power 1000 Station dropping to $449 , as well as Husqvarnas Power Axe 350i 18-inch Cordless Electric Chainsaw kit at $384 , with more of the brands tools also seeing discounts.

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Xiaomi YU7: China's Apple Car Goes SUV To Crush The Tesla Model Y

InsideEVs

With up to 518 miles of range and Ferrari-like looks, this software-defined electric crossover is gunning right for Tesla.

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The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV Becomes Cheaper and Gains a New Trail Boss Trim

The Truth About Cars

The Chevrolet Silverado EV is becoming more affordable for 2026 and will introduce a new Trail Boss trim, expanding the model line to three options. While it remains expensive, the new options cut the starting price below $55,000 for the base Work Truck (WT) configuration, and some are eligible for federal tax credits. Chevy said the trucks will arrive on dealers lots starting this summer.

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BMW Is Putting Solid-State Batteries On The Road

InsideEVs

You can see this first-of-its-kind prototype testing around Munich. But BMW isnt rushing solid-state batteries into production.

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The CRV Transmission Saga: When a $100 Fix Becomes a Fresh Hell

The Truth About Cars

You know the story. Aging, otherwise faithful Japanese appliance in this case, a 2001 Honda CRV with enough clicks on the odo to have circumnavigated something significant develops a quirk. This particular quirk was a transmission "flare," a delicate little hesitation between shifts, like an old man clearing his throat before delivering bad news. My brother, the owner, was ready to foist it onto the next unsuspecting soul.

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100% Solid-State EV Batteries Seal The Deal: No More Gasmobiles

CleanTechnica EVs

BMW is putting new sulfide-based solid-state EV batteries from the US startup Solid Power through its paces in a BMW i7 EV. The post 100% Solid-State EV Batteries Seal The Deal: No More Gasmobiles appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Revealed! BYD Denza Bao 8 SUV expected to land within 12 months to challenge Toyota LandCruiser, Prado and Ford Everest

EV Central

A fresh trademark application for the Fangchengbao Bao 8 has been filed with IP Australia, suggesting the BYD Shark 6-related SUV is close to being green lit for our market. The advanced plug-in will size up against the likes of the Ford Everest and latest Toyota Prado, with the hot tip being it will land here within the next 12 months. Still to be officially confirmed for Australia, despite the new patent, the Bao 8 is tipped to be badged as part of the upmarket BYD spin-off Denza when it launc

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California Has Far More EV Chargers Than Gas Stations

CleanTechnica EVs

The California Energy Commission (CEC) recently published some very interesting EV sales information. Zach already wrote an article about it. I reached out to the CEC to ask some questions to get its perspective on what is happening in the Golden State. What jumped out in the answers was something. [continued] The post California Has Far More EV Chargers Than Gas Stations appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Electrify your fleet with nothing down with Revolv’s fleet-as-a-service model

Charged EVs

Revolvs fleet-as-a-service model allows companies to pursue electrification without risking any capital. For fleet operators, electrification carries not only major costs, but also substantial financial riskif EVs or infrastructure fail to perform, companies can lose big money. Choosing a fleet-as-a-service model can eliminate that risk, while converting capital expenditure to operating expense.

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The Basics of IRA Subsidies and Why It’s Stupid to Kill Them

CleanTechnica EVs

Republicans are doing what they said they’d do. They are moving bills through Congress to kill policies supporting electric vehicles, solar power, and wind power (while also massacring social services and limits on pollution). They are planning to give the richest Americans massive tax cuts because their lives somehow. [continued] The post The Basics of IRA Subsidies and Why Its Stupid to Kill Them appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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BYD outsells Tesla in Europe for the first time in April

Electric Cars Report

Chinese new energy vehicle maker BYDsold more electric vehicles in Europe than Teslafor the first time, according to a report by JATO Dynamics. The post BYD outsells Tesla in Europe for the first time in April appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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If Tesla Falls, Would That Hurt The EV Revolution?

CleanTechnica EVs

Tesla bulls are still very bullish on the company, but if you told them two years ago that Tesla sales would drop significantly in 2024 and the beginning of 2025, they’d call you crazy, stupid, evil, and not worth listening to. They’d tell you about how many reservations there were. [continued] The post If Tesla Falls, Would That Hurt The EV Revolution?

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A Tesla Executive Just Gave A Brutal Assessment Of Full Self-Driving

InsideEVs

Plus, VW says one of its EVs will reach cost-parity with ICE cars next year and new vehicle inventory is shrinking rapidly.

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