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Nevada launches “Clean Cars Nevada” effort; adopting California LEV and ZEV

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Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak announced the “ Clean Cars Nevada ” initiative, which will evaluate the adoption of new regulations to provide Nevadans with more choices for low and zero emission electric passenger cars and trucks at dealerships throughout the state beginning in 2024.

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Tesla battery partner Panasonic’s new Giga Nevada line to start operations in August

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Panasonic is preparing to install a new production line in Tesla’s Gigafactory Nevada, according to its Fiscal 2022 First Quarter Financial Results report. Given Panasonic’s history with Tesla, it is likely referring to Gigafactory Nevada. Panasonic reported that its automotive sales increased by 77% to ¥373.7

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Europe Needs Over 30 Battery Gigafactories By 2025

CleanTechnica EVs

This refers to the original planned size of the first Tesla battery gigafactory in Nevada. For ease of thinking, I use 1 BGF (battery gigafactory) as unit of production capacity. Plans change and factory sizes change and our realization of what is needed changes.

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Tesla Semi VIN information submitted, hints at upcoming deliveries

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For one, the 5th digit refers to the vehicle being a “Type B = Day Cab,” which suggests that Tesla may also be working on a version of the all-electric Class 8 truck with a sleeper cabin. Also notable is the VIN’s 8th digit, which refers to the truck’s drive unit and braking system.

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The Great Basin (Including Its Only National Park) Is Going To Get Better EV Charging

CleanTechnica EVs

Ives, referring to the Grand Canyon, [continued] The post The Great Basin (Including Its Only National Park) Is Going To Get Better EV Charging appeared first on CleanTechnica. “This region can be approached only from the south, and after entering it there is nothing to do but to leave. ” — Lt.

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Tesla seemingly slips, briefly reiterates that Model 3 will be built in Giga Texas

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Tesla’s newly launched Manufacturing page showcased the company’s key production facilities, namely: the Fremont Factory, Giga Nevada, Giga New York, Giga Shanghai, Giga Berlin, and Giga Texas. Tesla’s initial description for Giga Texas includes a reference to Model 3 production. Credit: Tesla ). Credit: Tesla ).

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Tesla Tequila limited edition bottle, glass set sold out lightning fast

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The Tesla Tequila limited edition set references the inside joke at least twice. Ever since Musk’s tweet, 420 has become an inside joke among people in the Tesla community — although many people might know of it by now. Incidentally, Tesla Tequila started out as an April Fool’s joke. . First, there’s the price.