Thu.Dec 14, 2023

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2026 Cadillac Vistiq EV will slot between Lyriq and Escalade IQ

Green Car Reports

Cadillac on Thursday revealed yet another new electric SUV entry for its lineup—called Vistiq and due for the 2026 model year. When it arrives, the Vistiq will fit between the two-row Cadillac Lyriq and the plus-sized, three-row, $130,000 Escalade IQ that’s set to share its underpinnings with the GMC Hummer EV SUV and full-size.

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OpenAI Demos a Control Method for Superintelligent AI

Cars That Think

One day, the theory goes, we humans will create AI systems that outmatch us intellectually. That could be great if they solve problems that we’ve been thus far unable to crack (think cancer or climate change), or really bad if they begin to act in ways that are not in humanity’s best interests, and we’re not smart enough to stop them. So earlier this year, OpenAI launched its superalignment program , an ambitious attempt to find technical means to control a superintelligent AI system, or “align”

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Hyundai Ioniq 6: Green Car Reports Best Car To Buy 2024 finalist

Green Car Reports

Hyundai has been a high achiever with its 800-volt E-GMP platform for electric vehicles. And while those underpinnings are what enable the Ioniq 6 to be one of the best new vehicles of the year, design and styling are what get it noticed at first sight. The shape of the Hyundai Ioniq 6 carries automotive history and Art Deco influences in its.

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Elon Musk shares Tesla’s ambitious target for Optimus Gen 2

Teslarati

Tesla recently blew some minds when the company posted a video demonstration of its Optimus Gen 2 humanoid robot. But inasmuch as the Tesla Bot is already very impressive today, CEO Elon Musk has shared an even more ambitious target for Optimus — one that could hopefully be accomplished in a year. The Optimus Gen 2 video that Tesla released revealed several updates that have been implemented on the humanoid robot.

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

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Tesla claims Powerwall with solar is cheaper than a backup generator

Electrek

Tesla has released a new comparison report claiming Powerwall with solar is cheaper than a traditional backup generator. more… The post Tesla claims Powerwall with solar is cheaper than a backup generator appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla charging team collaborates with BWH Hotels in North America

Teslarati

Tesla and BWH Hotels recently announced a collaboration to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across properties across North America. Tesla and BWH Hotels plan to start installing Universal Wall Connectors in 2024 at select hotels across North America. “This collaboration with Tesla underscores BWH Hotels’ unwavering commitment to sustainability and dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

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Tesla seeking government affairs specialist in Sweden amid union protest

Teslarati

It appears that Tesla is looking to strengthen its legal team in Sweden, with the company posting a job opening for a government affairs specialist for the Nordic region. The new job listing, which was advertised on Tesla’s Careers website , highlighted that the specialist must be someone with “significant experience with Nordic legislative and regulatory advocacy.” The job opening comes amidst Tesla’s efforts to navigate an ongoing union strike in Sweden.

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Tesla Model Y "likely" won't retain full EV tax credit in 2024

Green Car Reports

Tesla expects the Model Y will no longer qualify for the full $7,500 federal EV tax credit in 2024. As noted by Electrek, the Tesla Model Y online configurator now includes a note stating that reductions in the tax-credit amount are "likely" after Dec. 31. All Model Y configurations qualify for the full $7,500 credit as long as customers take.

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Tesla Powerwall is quietly dominating the US residential battery storage market

Teslarati

The US residential solar landscape is changing, with batteries steadily becoming essential companions for solar installations. As noted by Wood Mackenzie in a recent post, 11% of US homes with solar installations now include a battery storage system. And among these batteries, the Tesla Powerwall is starting to quietly dominate the sector. A graphic published by Wood Mackenzie showing the market share of solar-plus-battery companies by installation count highlights Tesla’s notable presence in t

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Tesla Model Y tax credit, Cadillac Vistiq EV reveal, Hyundai Ioniq 6: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Cadillac has revealed yet another electric SUV, on the way to a fully electric lineup. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is one of our top picks of the year. And which Tesla models will keep the EV tax credit in 2024? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Tesla has already confirmed that the Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive and Model 3 Long Range versions.

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

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Tesla Giga Mexico gets $153M incentive from Nuevo León

Teslarati

Tesla Gigafactory Mexico will receive $153 million worth of incentives from Nuevo León as state officials seek to temper concerns about delays in the new factory. Nuevo León’s state economic development council approved Tesla Giga Mexico’s incentives, which include the buildout of basic infrastructure like roads and water treatment. The incentives also include a reduction in payroll tax reaching 2,627 million pesos, equivalent to 3.37% of Tesla’s investment—not including its employees.

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France says ‘non’ to EVs made in China

Electrek

Today, France has revealed its list of electric vehicles now eligible for federal tax incentives of up to €7,000. As expected, EVs made in China – including Tesla’s Model 3 and the Dacia Spring, the cheapest EV on the market – didn’t make the cut. more… The post France says ‘non’ to EVs made in China appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla Passes 5 Million Sales, China Passes 20 Million EV Sales

CleanTechnica EVs

One of our readers, Madan Rajan, has noticed that Tesla must have just passed 5 million cumulative sales. Additionally, China. [continued] The post Tesla Passes 5 Million Sales, China Passes 20 Million EV Sales appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Rivian (RIVN) signs first partner outside of Amazon to buy its electric delivery vans

Electrek

EV maker Rivian (RIVN) has found its first partner outside of Amazon to buy its EDVs. Rivian announced Thursday that AT&T will buy its electric vans and R1 vehicles in a new pilot program. more… The post Rivian (RIVN) signs first partner outside of Amazon to buy its electric delivery vans 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 Sweden strike estimate denied by IF Metall 

Teslarati

Tesla Club Sweden took it upon itself to calculate how many workers have actually joined the IF Metall strike. However, the Swedish union has denied Tesla Club Sweden’s count and has yet to provide figures. “Saw that assignment. It was a very greatly underestimated figure,” responded Jesper Patterson, IF Metall’s press officer. Tesla Club Sweden calculated that 13 IF Metall union members have joined the strike against the Texas-based automaker.

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Cadillac confirms new three-row VISTIQ EV, positioned between LYRIQ and ESCALADE IQ SUVs

Electrek

As promised, Cadillac introduced its third new EV model in 2023, joining the previously announced OPTIQ and ESCALADE IQ EVs. The 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ is a new three-row SUV its makers describe as “distinctive and innovative.” Check out our first images below. more… The post Cadillac confirms new three-row VISTIQ EV, positioned between LYRIQ and ESCALADE IQ SUVs appeared first on Electrek.

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Polestar and Volvo owner Zeekr reveals new ultra-rapid charging LFP battery

The Driven EV News

Zeekr unveils a new battery that can be fast-charged ultra-rapidly, adding 500 km of range in just 15 minutes The post Polestar and Volvo owner Zeekr reveals new ultra-rapid charging LFP battery appeared first on The Driven.

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Tesla and India continue game of ‘chicken’ to see who bites first

Teslarati

Tesla and India have been playing a big game of “chicken” for the better part of the last three years to see who bites first. Based on the latest comments from government officials in India, it is not going to end anytime soon. Tesla and India have been wanting to partner for years , and things got more serious a few years ago when CEO Elon Musk and Prime Minister Narendra Modi both made indications they were interested in working together.

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Kia will unveil its new purpose-built EVs next month at CES

Electrek

Kia is returning to the world’s biggest tech event next month. The automaker will unveil its new purpose-built EVs and vision for the future at CES, starting January 9. more… The post Kia will unveil its new purpose-built EVs next month at CES appeared first on Electrek.

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EV Production Cuts: Should We Let It Bottom Out?

CleanTechnica EVs

Lately, I’ve been covering most of the news items from the Big 3’s EV efforts. But, when big news of. [continued] The post EV Production Cuts: Should We Let It Bottom Out? appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Nissan is finally ramping up Ariya electric SUV output

Electrek

After a slow start, Nissan is ramping up output of its first electric SUV. Nissan’s new Intelligent Factory, where the Nissan Ariya is built, is finally running smoothly. more… The post Nissan is finally ramping up Ariya electric SUV output appeared first on Electrek.

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Cadillac adds VISTIQ to lineup for 2026

Teslarati

Cadillac’s lineup of EVs expanded today as it confirmed the addition of the VISTIQ, which the automaker describes as “a distinctive and innovative luxury three-row SUV, designed for the modern family.” Somewhat of a product of both the LYRIQ and ESCALADE IQ, the VISTIQ is the third EV that Cadillac, a brand under General Motors, has unveiled in 2023.

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Uber Freight and Greenlane team up to electrify America’s trucking routes

Electrek

Uber Freight and Greenlane are joining forces to smartly deploy heavy-duty charging stations to power America’s growing electric truck fleet. more… The post Uber Freight and Greenlane team up to electrify America’s trucking routes appeared first on Electrek.

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Used Car of the Day: 1978 Buick Century Salon

The Truth About Cars

Contrary to what some of you snarky commenters believe, I do not prowl junkyards for UCOTD. That's Murilee's department. I don't even know, without Googling, where the nearest junkyard is. Instead I scour our forums. And today I found an interest 1978 Buick Century Salon that looks like it's been sitting in the boneyard. Except it runs. Runs but needs work.

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Louisiana trailblazes with the US’s first state-water offshore wind farms

Electrek

Louisiana is making US history by launching its first two offshore wind farms, Cajun Wind and Diamond Offshore Wind, in state waters. more… The post Louisiana trailblazes with the US’s first state-water offshore wind farms appeared first on Electrek.

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Green hydrogen industry in UK boosted with new production projects

Innovation News Network

Backing for 11 major projects to produce green hydrogen have been backed by the UK Government. Read more here. The post Green hydrogen industry in UK boosted with new production projects appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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This is how much the Cybertruck’s giant windshield will cost to replace

Electrek

$1900 — that’s the price of a replacement Cybertruck windshield. Tesla’s online parts catalog for the Cybertruck is live , and component pricing is visible for authorized users in Tesla’s parts system. The Cybertruck’s massive windshield has been a talking point since the truck was announced five years ago, and it turns out it’s pretty pricey! more… The post This is how much the Cybertruck’s giant windshield will cost to replace appeared first on Electrek.

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Q-Tip: Cadillac Introduces 2026 Vistiq

The Truth About Cars

The onslaught of all-electric vehicles into the Cadillac lineup continues unabated with the introduction of this, the three-row Vistiq. Said to slot between the Lyriq and Escalade IQ, the Vistiq can be thought of as taking the XT6’s lot in life compared to that model’s stature against other gasoline-powered cars in the Cadillac showroom. Details such as power and battery size weren’t disclosed today but a quick glance at this car shown today reveals a ‘600’ badge on its rear hatch, a detail whic

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Rivian (RIVN) signs first partner outside of Amazon to buy its electric Commercial Vans

Electrek

EV maker Rivian (RIVN) has found its first partner outside of Amazon to buy its electric Commercial Vans. Rivian announced Thursday that AT&T will buy its electric vans and R1 vehicles in a new pilot program. more… The post Rivian (RIVN) signs first partner outside of Amazon to buy its electric Commercial Vans appeared first on Electrek.

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California Leads United States in Electric Vehicle & Charging Station Adoption

CleanTechnica EVs

California has led the United States in the number of electric vehicles (EVs) and EV charging locations every year since 2016, accounting. [continued] The post California Leads United States in Electric Vehicle & Charging Station Adoption appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Global coal demand is expected to drop by 2026 – but not in Asia

Electrek

The International Energy Agency’s latest report forecasts a decline in global coal demand by 2026, marking a potential turning point in global energy consumption. more… The post Global coal demand is expected to drop by 2026 – but not in Asia appeared first on Electrek.

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Opel Unveils the Combo Electric and Zafira Electric

Electric Cars Report

They combine top technologies with comfort and electrically-driven freedom: The new Opel Combo Electric and Opel Zafira Electric are ideally suited for leisure, long-distance travel or as shuttle vehicles. Depending on the variant, the Combo offers space for up to seven people, the Zafira even comfortably accommodates up to nine occupants. In the battery-electric people carriers, drivers and passengers […] The post Opel Unveils the Combo Electric and Zafira Electric appeared first on Elect

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The first DC fast charger in US’s “nationwide network” is online

Electrek

Two weeks ago, GM and Pilot Flying J announced that the first batch of DC fast charging stations the two are building in partnership had come online. What wasn’t known until now is that one of those stations — specifically, in Ohio — was built using funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s program to create a nationwide EV charging network, NEVI. more… The post The first DC fast charger in US’s “nationwide network” is online appeared first on Electrek.

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New Volkswagen ID.7 gets five stars in Euro NCAP 

Teslarati

The new Volkswagen ID.7 joined its ID. Family siblings and received five stars in the Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Programme) safety test. A 2023 VW ID.7 ‘Pro’ LHD hatchback was used for the Europe NCAP tests. It had a Kerb weight of 2,285 kg and is classified as a large family car. The Euro NCAP safety tests are cut into four categories: Adult Occupant, Child Occupant, Vulnerable Road Users, and Safety Assist.

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