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The Tesla Cybertruck Is No Longer The Best-Selling EV Truck In America

InsideEVs

Demand for the angular electric pickup has continued to falter in the first quarter, making room for a new king.

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The Quest to Ensure Nonspeaking Autistic People Are Heard

Cars That Think

Jeremy is a 31-year-old autistic man who loves music and biking. Hes highly sensitive to lights, sounds, and textures, has difficulty initiating movement, and can say only a few words. Throughout his schooling, it was assumed he was incapable of learning to read and write. But for the past 30 minutes, hes been wearing an augmented-reality (AR) headset and spelling single words on the HoloBoard , a virtual keyboard that hovers in the air in front of him.

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FERC: Solar + wind made up 98% of new US power generating capacity in Q1 2025

Electrek

Solar and wind accounted for almost 98% of new US electrical generating capacity added in Q1 2025, according to new Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ( FERC ) data reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign. Solar and wind also made up an impressive 100% of new capacity in March, and March was the 19th consecutive month in which solar was the largest source of new capacity.

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Global EV sales to hit 20 million in 2025, as prices hit parity in key markets

The Driven EV News

EV sales expected to jump in 2025 to more than 20 million, with price parity reached in key markets, particularly in China and south-east Asia. The post Global EV sales to hit 20 million in 2025, as prices hit parity in key markets appeared first on The Driven.

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The Renault 4 Savane 4x4 Concept Is Europe’s Answer To The Rivian R3X

InsideEVs

Renault added a rear motor to its electric crossover, making it all-wheel drive.

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New AI Model Advances the “Kissing Problem” And More

Cars That Think

Theres a mathematical concept called the kissing number. Somewhat disappointingly, its got nothing to do with actual kissing; It enumerates how many spheres can touch (or kiss) a single sphere of equal size without crossing it. In one dimension, the kissing number is two. In two dimensions its 6 (think the New York Times spelling bee puzzle configuration).

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BYD’s newest light weight EV reaches showrooms, prices expected from $A22,000

The Driven EV News

BYD's next affordable EV reaches dealers with prices expected to start at under $A22,000. The post BYD’s newest light weight EV reaches showrooms, prices expected from $A22,000 appeared first on The Driven.

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General Motors Has a Promising Strategy for Export Markets with Chinese-Made EVs — But What’s Taking So Long?

CleanTechnica EVs

GMs most sold EV isnt the Equinox, the Bolt, or the Cadillac Lyriq: its the Wuling Hongguang Mini EV, built under a joint venture in China. The model has not only outsold every other GM EV, but it has also outsold all GM EVs built outside China together, and by. [continued] The post General Motors Has a Promising Strategy for Export Markets with Chinese-Made EVs But Whats Taking So Long?

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Cartwheel Robotics Wants to Build Humanoids that People Love

Cars That Think

The main assumption about humanoid robotics that the industry is maknig right now is that the most realistic near-term pathway to actually making money is in either warehouses or factories. Its easy to see where this assumption comes from: Repetitive tasks requiring strength or flexibility in well-structured environments is one place where it really seems like robots could thrive, and if you need to make billions of dollars (because somehow thats how much your company is valued at), it doesnt ap

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Tesla’s robotaxi fleet will be powered by ‘plenty of teleoperation’

Electrek

Teslas Austin robotaxi fleet will be powered by plenty of teleoperation as it cant screw up, according to a new report from Morgan Stanley after meeting with Tesla.

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

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2026 Toyota bZ4x Loses The Dumb Name, Gains A Whole Lot Of Range

InsideEVs

A simpler name, bigger battery, NACS charging and loads of new features make the 2026 Toyota bZ an EV you'd genuinely want.

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Why Modern Cities Are Embracing Trolleybuses Again

CleanTechnica EVs

The humble trolleybus is enjoying an unexpected global revival, quietly returning to the spotlight in the relentless push for sustainable urban transit solutions. Once dismissed as obsolete or nostalgic, the trolley bus — now dramatically transformed by modern In-Motion Charging (IMC) technology — is proving to be a strategic and. [continued] The post Why Modern Cities Are Embracing Trolleybuses Again appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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What to Look Out for When Acquiring AI Systems

Cars That Think

For more than three years, an IEEE Standards Association working group has been refining a draft standard for procuring artificial intelligence and automated decision systems, IEEE 3119-2025. It is intended to help procurement teams identify and manage risks in high-risk domains. Such systems are used by government entities involved in education, health, employment, and many other public sector areas.

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Tesla has yet to start testing its robotaxi service without driver weeks before launch

Electrek

Tesla has reportedly yet to start testing its robotaxi service in Austin without a safety driver behind the wheel just weeks before the planned launch.

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

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GM’s Next-Gen EV Truck Battery Promises More Range, Lower Cost

InsideEVs

LMR battery chemistry will unlock weight savings, more range and lower costs, General Motors claims.

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirms Robotaxi will come to Saudi Arabia

Teslarati

Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed during the Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum on Tuesday that the company’s Robotaxi platform would eventually land in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, essentially confirming the intention to grow a driverless fleet of vehicles outside of the United States. This is the first time Musk has specifically confirmed Tesla’s intention to expand into Saudi Arabia, although based on the company’s plans, a global expansion is more expected than a confined Robotaxi pla

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Look out Norway, electric transport is taking over Lord Howe Island

The Driven EV News

Lord Howe Island provides glimpses into the future, where renewables dominate electricity generation and electric vehicle penetration is already approaching 10% of the fleet. The post Look out Norway, electric transport is taking over Lord Howe Island appeared first on The Driven.

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Ford F-150 Lightning retakes America’s best-selling electric pickup crown

Electrek

Fords electric pickup truck is back at the top. The F-150 Lightning is once again the best-selling electric pickup in the US after overtaking the Tesla Cybertruck in the first quarter.

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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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Volkswagen: Real Car Names Are So Back

InsideEVs

VW will soon scrap its "ID" naming scheme on EVs and give its cars "proper names.

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Top US States for EV Market Share — 13 States with 10%+ EV Share

CleanTechnica EVs

A couple of months ago, I covered data from the US Department of Energy showing which states had the most EV registrations. Naturally, the leaders were the largest, most populous states. So, that doesn’t show us which states are leading on a per capita basis. A reader, “john smith,” was. [continued] The post Top US States for EV Market Share 13 States with 10%+ EV Share appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Hyundai announces changes to Mighty Electric Truck for Australia market

The Driven EV News

Hyundai to showcase an enhanced and upgraded version of its Mighty Electric Truck at the 2025 Brisbane Truck Show, boasting new specifications for urban and regional operations. The post Hyundai announces changes to Mighty Electric Truck for Australia market appeared first on The Driven.

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Company returns entire Tesla vehicle fleet because of Elon Musk

Electrek

Tscherning, a large Danish construction company, announced that it returned its entire corporate fleet of Tesla vehicles because of Elon Musk.

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Volkswagen EVs Are About To Get Cheaper, Thanks To New Batteries

InsideEVs

The company's newest battery tech will launch in 2026 on the ID.2, then spread across the lineup.

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Elon Musk’s $56B pay package under review by new Tesla committee  

Teslarati

Teslas board has established a special committee to evaluate CEO Elon Musks pay package. The move comes as the company navigates a pivotal shift in its strategic direction. According to the Financial Times , the new committee could craft a new stock options package. The committee, comprising Tesla board Chair Robyn Denholm and independent director Kathleen Wilson-Thompson, is tasked with reviewing Musks compensation, noted sources familiar with the matter.

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Ford's F-150 Lightning Overtakes the Tesla Cybertruck As Best-Selling Electric Pickup

The Truth About Cars

Though it was heavily delayed, the Tesla Cybertruck quickly became the best-selling electric pickup once it finally arrived. While its still selling, the Tesla has been overtaken by a legacy brands electric truck, dropping into the number-two spot behind the Ford F-150 Lightning. Tesla saw 7,126 registrations in the first quarter of 2025, while the Lightning had 7,913.

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Tesla (TSLA) slows down in China despite new Model Y production

Electrek

Tesla (TSLA) sales and exports slowed down in China in April despite the automaker ramping up production of the new Model Y, which Tesla blamed for its poor Q1 performance.

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Slate Racks Up 100,000 Reservations On Its Uber-Cheap Electric Truck

InsideEVs

In just two weeks, the uber-cheap pickup went from a blank slate to 100,000 reservations.

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GM, Ford Tease New Game Changing LMR EV Batteries … But Where Is Waldo?

CleanTechnica EVs

LMR EV batteries shave costs on materials and other battery components, while performing as well and lasting as long as more expensive high-nickel batteries. The post GM, Ford Tease New Game Changing LMR EV Batteries … But Where Is Waldo? appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Report: Tesla Model Y and Cybertruck Production Workers Told To Take a Week Off

The Truth About Cars

The Tesla Model Y was once the best-selling vehicle in the world, but workers building the EV are now being told to stay home for a week due to flagging demand. The automaker reportedly told some assembly workers to take a week off during Memorial Day week or spend that time cleaning and training. While Tesla has been known to take breaks before, employees say this one is longer than usual.

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American energy sector set to invest $100B in battery storage by 2030

Electrek

Members of the US energy industry has committed to investing $100 billion over the next five years to build and buy American-made batteries for large, utility-scale deployments of battery energy storage systems (BESS).

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Tesla offers interesting promo to future ride-hailing rival’s drivers

Teslarati

Tesla has offered an interesting promotion for its vehicles to the drivers of one of its future ride-hailing rivals as it continues to work toward the launch of its autonomous Robotaxi platform. This morning, Tesla launched a $1,000 off promotion to Lyft drivers who plan to utilize one of the company’s EVs for ride-hailing purposes. The promo applies to all five Tesla models: the Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y, and Cybertruck.

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The Auto Industry Does Potentially Have A Sales Crisis Coming With EVs — But It’s Not What You Think

CleanTechnica EVs

There’s been a lot of incorrect, misinformed hype in the past year or two about EV sales. EV sales growth had exploded. Then the sales growth slowed down a bit, but EV sales were still growing. Yet, many people from CEOs in the industry to media headline writers to. [continued] The post The Auto Industry Does Potentially Have A Sales Crisis Coming With EVs But It’s Not What You Think appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla Model Y Assembly Workers Told To Stay Home For A Week: Report

InsideEVs

Model Y and Cybertruck production line workers can either clean the factory floor or stay home.

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