Green Car Reports
MAY 3, 2024
The Jeep Gladiator pickup truck will get a 4xe plug-in hybrid variant, while the upcoming Recon SUV could get a hybrid powertrain alongside the previously discussed all-electric option. The Gladiator 4xe was confirmed by Jeep North America CEO William Peffer in a LinkedIn post. Peffer said the plug-in hybrid will come to market "later next year,".
Electrek
MAY 3, 2024
After firing its entire Supercharger team, Tesla has sent out an email to suppliers which shows just how chaotic the decisionmaking leading up to the firings must have been.
CleanTechnica EVs
MAY 3, 2024
We’ve all heard it — OMG, EVs/lithium fire danger is SO REAL. Is it, though? If you believe the memes you get from “friends” who try to deter you from driving an EV, it might seem like a big deal. Well, interestingly enough, some data from federal recalls, the Federal. [continued] The post Car Fires by Vehicle Type (meme) appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Driven EV News
MAY 3, 2024
Australians training to become mechanics will be able to access up to $10,000 in financial support if they study electric vehicles. The post Apprentice funding boost to repair shortage of electric car mechanics appeared first on The Driven.
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CleanTechnica EVs
MAY 3, 2024
The electric vehicle revolution has barely gotten under way, and already the goalposts for EV charging times are moving on to the next phase. The post New Sodium-Ion Battery Could Charge An Electric Vehicle In Seconds, Not Minutes appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
MAY 3, 2024
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) updated the EV tax credit rules today with new requirements that should enable more electric cars to become eligible.
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Green Car Reports
MAY 3, 2024
Executive comments suggest that Cadillac could continue to sell gasoline vehicles beyond its 2030 target date for going all-electric, reports Automotive News. Cadillac boss John Roth told media during a sales and business briefing that electric and gasoline powertrains "will coexist for a number of years," adding that "we will be offering an.
Teslarati
MAY 3, 2024
The electric vehicle tax credit rules got an extension on Friday as the U.S. Department of the Treasury will allow some crucial trace minerals from China to be included in anode materials and battery components to be exempt. The United States has attempted to free automakers of their dependence on foreign materials in their battery packs and each year will require a greater percentage of both battery materials and components to be sourced and built within the country.
CleanTechnica EVs
MAY 3, 2024
I was interested to read in CleanTechnica (regarding Tesla layoffs and slowing demand) that Tesla sales have slowed in the USA in recent months, although they are still accelerating in Australia. My wife and I have enjoyed owning a Tesla Model 3 SR+ for four years and have even completed. [continued] The post Tesla Cars Should Have V2L Capability appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Teslarati
MAY 3, 2024
Tesla has brought a color from the “world’s most advanced paint shop” at Gigafactory Berlin to the United States on the Model Y. Four years ago, Tesla CEO Elon Musk declared its paint shop at Gigafactory Berlin in Germany to be “the world’s most advanced” because it could apply “more layers of stunning colors that subtly change with curvature.” Two colors it launched were Quicksilver and Midnight Cherry Red, both only available at the paint shop in
CleanTechnica EVs
MAY 3, 2024
Kia has some great electric vehicle news. It just reached a new monthly EV sales record for itself in the United States. In fact, the company’s US EV sales increased 61% compared to their previous monthly sales record, which was in April 2022 (yes, two years ago). The Kia EV9. [continued] The post Kia EV Sales Soar To New Monthly Sales Record In USA — But Still So Far To Go appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Teslarati
MAY 3, 2024
Tesla has sued an Indian company called Tesla Power for using its namesake for promotion. One of the most highly recognizable brands in the world, Tesla is seeking a permanent injunction and damages for the use of its name without any actual relation to the U.S.-based electric automaker. A hearing on the matter has already started, and the Delhi High Court is listening to arguments from both sides.
The Driven EV News
MAY 3, 2024
The much anticipated Volvo EX30 small SUV has finally begun arriving in dealer showrooms. The post Volvo begins rollout of EX30, its smallest electric offering, to Australian car dealers appeared first on The Driven.
Teslarati
MAY 3, 2024
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has closed its second investigation on Tesla vehicles in a week after it ended an Autopilot probe last week. This week, the NHTSA said it was closing an investigation it opened in November 2020 that aimed to find the cause of a touchscreen failure that resulted in the loss of a rear camera image display when the car was in reverse.
Electrek
MAY 3, 2024
Tesla has revealed that the Cybertruck’s frunk is using a ‘learning algorithm,’ which explains some of the inconsistent results in finger-pinching tests.
InsideEVs
MAY 3, 2024
A local service center says that its lot can't handle the "growing inventory," which includes dozens of Cybertrucks.
Electric Cars Report
MAY 3, 2024
Rivian Automotive has received an $827M incentive package from the State of Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity, which will allow the company to expand operations at its plant in Normal, IL. The funds from the incentive package will go towards expansion of the plant, improvements in public infrastructure and job training programs for […] The post Rivian Gets $827M from the State of Illinois for R2 production appeared first on Electric Cars Report.
Electrek
MAY 3, 2024
In a first, German startup Voodin Blade Technology just installed wooden blades on a prototype wind turbine.
InsideEVs
MAY 3, 2024
The CEO of rideshare (and charging) company Revel talks Toyota's involvement, picking up Tesla's mantle and why being "first to market" matters.
The Truth About Cars
MAY 3, 2024
It's podcast time again. This week, we talk with Alex Roy, principal at Johnson and Roy Advisors, a company that provides strategy for companies in the AI, robotics, and transportation space, about why autonomous cars aren't so scary. Roy, who you might remember as a former TTAC contributor, walks us through it all. Meanwhile, current TTAC contributor Matthew Guy stops by to talk jump starters and NASCAR at Dover.
InsideEVs
MAY 3, 2024
Having a hydrogen fuel cell power an electric pickup would allow it to match the range of combustion trucks.
The Truth About Cars
MAY 3, 2024
Nearly all of the top automakers selling vehicles in the U.S. have announced aggressive electrification plans that include shifting a majority of their production and sales efforts to EVs over the next decade. Such long-term plans are difficult on their own, but adding Americans’ polarized politics and unique driving culture to the mix has proven exceptionally challenging, even for companies with deep pockets and the most talented engineers.
Cars That Think
MAY 3, 2024
Video Friday is your weekly selection of awesome robotics videos, collected by your friends at IEEE Spectrum robotics. We also post a weekly calendar of upcoming robotics events for the next few months. Please send us your events for inclusion. Eurobot Open 2024 : 8–11 May 2024, LA ROCHE-SUR-YON, FRANCE ICRA 2024 : 13–17 May 2024, YOKOHAMA, JAPAN RoboCup 2024 : 17–22 July 2024, EINDHOVEN, NETHERLANDS Cybathlon 2024 : 25–27 October 2024, ZURICH Enjoy today’s videos!
Electric Cars Report
MAY 3, 2024
The sodium-ion battery manufacturer Natron Energy has started commercial-scale operations at its sodium-ion battery manufacturing facility in Holland, Michigan. Natron’s milestone marks the first-ever commercial-scale production of sodium-ion batteries in the U.S. These batteries offer higher power density, higher cycles, a domestic U.S. supply chain, and unique safety characteristics over other battery technologies, and are […] The post Natron Energy Achieves First-Ever Commercial-Scale P
CleanTechnica EVs
MAY 3, 2024
There has been a lot of hype in recent months about EV sales growth slowing. As we’ve discussed here on CleanTechnica, the story actually varies geographically and by brand. Some brands are seeing sales rise quickly, while others (most notably Tesla) are seeing them stall or shrink. News this week. [continued] The post NIO & XPENG Smart EV Sales Jump in 2024 appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Truth About Cars
MAY 3, 2024
The Kia EV6 had made waves with its styling and the performance GT model, and it appears the crossover is poised for an update. Yesterday, Kia teased a revised EV6 with a new headlight design and slightly massaged tail lights, and we expect more substantive changes with longer range estimates and interior updates. InsideEVs spotted the teaser photos, pointing out that the EV6’s new headlight design more closely aligns with the larger EV9.
CleanTechnica EVs
MAY 3, 2024
Many automotive dealerships, which sell the majority of new vehicles, are not prepared for the electric transition. Auto salespeople as a general rule seem not to know much about electric vehicles (EVs), so their ability to generate EV sales is commensurately lower than their internal combustion engine (ICE)-powered vehicle sales. [continued] The post Want To Sell More Electric Vehicles?
The Truth About Cars
MAY 3, 2024
Despite the rafts of headlines, the world isn’t entirely stuffed with EVs and wheezy compact crossovers. The lunatics at Dodge have just opened order banks for its 2024 Dodge Durango SRT 392 – the so-called AlcHEMI. Roll yer eyes at such a dad joke in terms of the model name all you want, but you’re looking at the first in a series of ‘Last Call’ models commemorating the final year of V8 Hemi engine production for the surly Dodge Durango.
CleanTechnica EVs
MAY 3, 2024
WASHINGTON — Following the IRS release of guidance on Section 30D and 25E incentives, Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) President Genevieve Cullen said, “The Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) shares the Administration’s vision for an electrified fleet, and our members are working to expand manufacturing capacity and strengthen the supply.
The Truth About Cars
MAY 3, 2024
We've talked about autonomous cars on the podcast twice in recent weeks. We spoke with Greg Brannon from AAA about consumers' fears surrounding AVs, and now we've spoken with former TTAC'er Alex Roy about why maybe those fears are overblown. But I haven't yet heard from you. Are you out there in Best and Brightest land afraid of a semi- or fully-autonomous future?
EV Specifications
MAY 3, 2024
Volkswagen is launching the new ID.3 with an extensive upgrade. The next software and infotainment generation and the improved operating concept are now also entering Volkswagen’s electric compact class. The augmented reality head-up display has been enhanced, a brand new Wellness App and optional premium sound system from Harman Kardon have been added.
The Truth About Cars
MAY 3, 2024
Sometimes we share clean used cars that would make solid daily drivers. And sometimes we share something that needs work but could be had cheap. Today's 2006 Volvo XC90 is the latter case. Yes, I know XC90s aren't uncommon -- and usually, when I share something that needs a lot of work, it's a rarity. Still, this one could be had for just three grand.
Innovation News Network
MAY 3, 2024
The Ames National Laboratory has created an innovative method for turning harmful plastic waste into valuable, clean diesel. The post Ames Lab process creates clean diesel from plastic waste appeared first on Innovation News Network.
The Truth About Cars
MAY 3, 2024
Jeep is adding Tuscadero to the Gladiator color catalog due to high demand, and the automaker will soon bring another popular option to the Wrangler-like pickup. The automaker recently confirmed rumors that it would offer the 4xe plug-in hybrid powertrain for the Gladiator, saying that the new truck is coming for the 2025 model year. The Gladiator got mild updates for 2024, including better interior options and new infotainment.
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