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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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“We were surprised:” Electric trucks ready to overtake diesel on lifetime cost

The Driven EV News

New research shows the tipping point for cost parity for electric trucks and diesel trucks is close than expected. "We were surprised," say the researchers. The post “We were surprised:” Electric trucks ready to overtake diesel on lifetime cost appeared first on The Driven.

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The 2026 Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid Borrows A Key EV Feature

InsideEVs

The plug-in RAV4 is better than ever for 2026 with 50 miles of electric range and DC fast-charging. Yes, really.

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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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Waffle House is getting DC fast chargers – and it’s a genius move

Electrek

Waffle House is adding ultrafast EV chargers with bp pulse, making it the perfect 24/7 stop for breakfast and a charge, even in a storm.

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China's Electric Truck Sales Are About To Take Off: CATL

InsideEVs

The battery giant says that up to 50% of all semi trucks sold in China will be electric in three years time.

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Tesla’s new Model S and X spotted, but they leave a lot to be desired

Teslarati

Tesla has been hinting for a few months now that the flagship Model S and Model X would be getting some attention in 2025 as the vehicles continue to be sold in extremely low volumes. Both models seem to be under the knife , especially as their newest versions were spotted in California earlier this week. However, images of the vehicles seem to show that Tesla is not planning a major overhaul, which begs the question: why even do it in the first place?

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Tesla pulls all the demand levers with discounts and incentives as sales crash

Electrek

Tesla is now pulling on all the demand levers in the US with new discounts and incentives as sales are crashing due to brand damage.

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

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Volkswagen Is Working On A Bunch Of Electric GTI 'Monsters'

InsideEVs

The ID.2 GTI will be the first to arrive, followed by an electric Golf GTI. But VW isnt stopping there.

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Elon Musk just revealed more about Tesla’s June Robotaxi launch

Teslarati

Tesla CEO Elon Musk just revealed more details about the company’s June Robotaxi launch, which will kick off in Austin. As of right now, Tesla is still set to push out the first Robotaxi rides in Austin, Texas, in early June. These vehicles will be in short supply at first, as Musk says the company is purposely rolling out the fleet in a slow and controlled fashion to prioritize safety.

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Tesla wipes odometer on Cybertruck in service, scratches it, and returns it to owner

Electrek

Tesla has wiped off the 26,000 miles on the odometer of a Cybertruck in service, scratched the vehicle, and then returned it to the owner like nothing happened.

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Cybertruck Owners Can Now Trade In Their Trucks for a Significant Loss

The Truth About Cars

Tesla hasnt always accepted trade-ins or allowed leaseholders to buy the vehicle at the end of the lease term, which impacted the Cybertruck. It was unable to be traded in for a new Tesla purchase, but the automaker recently opened the door for owners to trade their controversial EVs for a less polarizing model. Part of the reason for holding back on trade-ins is likely that depreciation is nuts.

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

Brief

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Tesla Finally Accepts Cybertruck Trade-Ins, But The Offers Are Depressing

InsideEVs

The Tesla Cybertruck is turning into the ultimate depreciation machine.

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SpaceX Starship gets FAA nod for ninth test flight

Teslarati

SpaceX has received FAA approval for the ninth test flight of the Starship rocket. The approval was delayed due to the federal agency finishing its comprehensive safety review of the eighth flight earlier this year. The FAA said in a statement that it has determined that SpaceX has “satisfactorily addressed the causes of the mishap, and therefore, the Starship vehicle can return to flight.” The eighth test flight occurred back on March 6.

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Autonomous electric haul truck fleet set to revolutionize mineral mining in China

Electrek

Powered by tech giant Huawei 5G-Advanced network, a fleet of over 100 Huaneng Ruichi all-electric autonomous haul trucks and heavy equipment assets have been deployed at the Yimin open-pit mine in Inner Mongolia.

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“It is influencing the sales figures”: External factors are impacting local Tesla sales as China’s BYD Sealion 7 takes the lead

EV Central

Teslas local management says a lot of things going on in the world that are outside of our control have impacted its sales and its number-one EV sales status in Australia, describing the impact of Elon Musk and America more generally as not the ideal scenario. Speaking at the launch of the Model Y Juniper (pictured above, awaiting local delivery), a model it is hoped will reinvigorate the brands flagging sales, Thom Drew, Country Director for Tesla Australia, was frank about the publicity chal

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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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The New Toyota RAV4 Goes Hybrid-Only. Here's Why That's A Big Deal

InsideEVs

Toyotas best-selling crossover will only be available as a hybrid and plug-in hybrid. Thats good news for everybody.

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Tesla Robotaxi deemed a total failure by media — even though it hasn’t been released

Teslarati

Tesla Robotaxi is among the biggest tech developments of the year, and its June launch date has not yet arrived. This does not matter to skeptics of the company, as they have already deemed the rollout a “failure,” “an enormous mess,” and plenty of other adjectives. No matter what, several outlets are already leaning on biased opinions and a lack of true evidence that points in any direction.

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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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IONITY secures €600m to expand EV infrastructure in Europe

Electric Cars Report

The leading provider of ultra-fast EV charging in Europe, IONITY, has secured a financing of up to 600 million, including 450 million in committed green loan facilities and a so-called accordion facility. The post IONITY secures 600m to expand EV infrastructure in Europe appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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BMW Neue Klasse EVs Shed More Camouflage Ahead Of Reveal

InsideEVs

The first is the iX3 SUV, which will be shown this year, followed by the i3 sedan coming in 2026 with sedan and wagon bodies.

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Tesla Australia Exec: No regulatory barriers for FSD release

Teslarati

Recent comments from Tesla’s Country Director for Australia and New Zealand Thom Drew have provided an exciting update for Full Self Driving’s upcoming release in Australia. As per the executive, there is currently no regulatory barrier to FSD being rolled out to Australian roads. Drew’s comments came on the heels of a video demonstration featuring FSD Supervised navigating Melbourne’s central business district.

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BYD launches the new low-cost e7 EV in China, starting at under $15,000

Electrek

BYDs new EV is about the size of a Tesla Model 3, but half the cost in China. After launching the e7, BYD is already boasting that it will be the winners choice for midsize EV sedans. Heres our first look at the new low-cost electric sedan.

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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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The Best Explanation Yet For Why America Is Giving Up On EVs

InsideEVs

This is what's at stake: jobs, competing with China and the technology of the future. And here's what's holding us back.

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Rare Rides Icons: The Cadillac Eldorado, Distinctly Luxurious (Part LVIII)

The Truth About Cars

Returning to Cadillac Eldorado coverage today, we find ourselves at the start of the many revisions made to the ninth-generation model. Our previous installments reviewed the boaty corporate-compliance exterior styling compared to the old model, followed by an interior that was in theory all-new but looked like a cost-cut version of the eighth generations interior treatment.

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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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Sodium Batteries: Yet Another Sign EVs Are Here To Stay

CleanTechnica EVs

Researchers continue to work on a new generation of sodium-ion batteries, leading to the next generation of affordable EVs. The post Sodium Batteries: Yet Another Sign EVs Are Here To Stay appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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The 2026 Lexus RZ Gets A Tesla Plug, 300 Miles Of Range, Simulated Shifts

InsideEVs

With up to 300 miles of range and Lexus' first "virtual manual gear shift system," the RZ gets a glow-up.

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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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Elon Musk lies about Tesla’s demand, seals its fate as he says he’ll stay CEO with more shares

Electrek

Elon Musk says he wants to stay CEO of Tesla for at least the next five years and have more controlling shares in the company. This will most likely seal Teslas fate with Musks, as shareholders will likely approve of this despite his toxicity and lies.

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