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Non-Tesla US EV Sales Up 472% vs. 2021!

CleanTechnica EVs

US electric vehicle sales continue to grow. 100% electric vehicle (EV) sales were up 200% in Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2021. They were up 66% compared to Q1 2022, up 12% compared to Q1 2023, and up 11% compared to Q1 2024. That said, there are very notable changes. [continued] The post Non-Tesla US EV Sales Up 472% vs. 2021! appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Underrated Tesla safety feature recognized by China Automotive Research Institute

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Electric vehicles like Tesla have become very common today, but this does not mean that they are immune to misinformation campaigns. One of these points of FUD (fear, uncertainty, and doubt) relates to EVs’ alleged electromagnetic radiation, which is supposedly a potential heath risk. As per the China Automotive Research Institute, however, Teslas are not just safe from electromagnetic radiationthey are actually some of the safest vehicles in the market when it comes to radiation protectio

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Tesla Giga Berlin sets record for free EV charging park

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Tesla Giga Berlin boasts the worlds largest free charging park. Visitors to Teslas Gigafactory in Grnheide cant miss the sprawling network of 546 charging stations peppering the parking areas, dwarfing other global contenders. The U.S. automakers setup snatched the title of the worlds largest charging park from a 259-station lot in Merklingen, Germany, per the German Automobile Association (ADAC).

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Waymo’s Quickly Taking More Market Share Than I Expected

CleanTechnica EVs

To be honest, I hadn’t thought a lot about Waymo’s market share in the cities it operates in. I just figured it’s still fairly small and niche as it works hard to improve its software and hardware. However, it turns out Waymo is getting a lot more business than I. [continued] The post Waymo’s Quickly Taking More Market Share Than I Expected appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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

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Tesla (TSLA) is having a terrible month, and it’s only April 10th!

Electrek

On todays troubling episode of Quick Charge , we explore all the troubles befalling Tesla (and TSLA stock) in the month April with top executives fleeing the ship, demand plummeting, sales slipping, government incentives at home and abroad under threat, and a raft of receipts brought on by an OpenAI lawsuit hitting the brand, its already a bad month for Elon and theres still 20 more days to go !

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2025 Subaru WRX tS Review -- STI? What STI?

The Truth About Cars

2025 Subaru WRX tS Powertrain 2.4-liter turbocharged horizontally-opposed "boxer" four-cylinder (271 horsepower @ 5,600 RPM, 258 lb-ft @ 2,000-5,200 RPM) Transmission/Drive Wheels Six-speed manual, all-wheel drive Fuel Economy, MPG 19 city / 26 highway / 22 combined (EPA Rating) Fuel Economy, L/100km 12.4 city / 9.0 highway / 10.9 combined (NRCan Rating) Base Price $45,705 (U.S.) / $47,795 (Canada) As-Tested Price N/A / $50,385 (Canada) Disclaimer: Prices include N/A destination charge in the Un

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Tesla counters Saudi Arabia charging concerns with quick response

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Tesla has countered concerns regarding the availability of electric vehicle chargers in Saudi Arabia with a quick response as it launched 24 Superchargers in the country’s most populated cities just one day after launching deliveries in the country. Tesla announced that it was launching deliveries of the Cybertruck in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates on Thursday.

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ZEEKR unveils 7GT as ‘The EV that does everything’ complete with 10 minute charging and 825 km range

Electrek

Four months after sharing a first look at a new GT shooting brake variant of its all-electric 007 sedan, ZEEKR has officially launched the 7GT in China, with initial deliveries to follow in less than a week. As shown in ZEEKRs images below, this sporty GT variant was designed with several comfort features and impressive tech, including a fast-charging 800V platform and zippy acceleration.

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Used Car of the Day: 1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4

The Truth About Cars

Today we're going old-school with a car I lusted after when I was still a wee lad -- this 1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4. These cars, and their platform-mate, the Dodge Stealth, looked cool as heck back during the grunge years. This one appears to be in good condition and there are about 107K miles on the clock -- and yes, it's a manual. It's mostly stock but the turbos are upgraded and the owner uses synthetic oil and K&N filters.

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BYD Han L sedan and Tang L SUV with ultra-fast charging go on sale in China

Electric Cars Report

Chinese automotive giant BYD has launched its first EVs built upon the new Super e-platform. The spotlight shines on the sleek Han L sedan and the spacious Tang L SUV, both boasting jaw-dropping ultra-fast charging capabilities. The post BYD Han L sedan and Tang L SUV with ultra-fast charging go on sale in China appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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

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T-Mobile targets Starlink services for older phones

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T-Mobile is pushing for Starlink satellite messaging on legacy phones. The carrier filed a request with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to broaden its Starlink-powered satellite messaging service to older smartphones, seeking to sidestep a paperwork snag that limits access. T-Mobile argues the move would bring potentially life-saving connectivity to more users.

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Verge Electric Motorcycle Breaks World Distance Record

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Some of the sustainable transportation news is more on the transition away from internal combustion engines and the electrification of a whole slew of vehicle types because climate change and toxic air pollution are urgent problems that need to be solved. Other times, it can be really, really fun. This. [continued] The post Verge Electric Motorcycle Breaks World Distance Record appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Smartphone manufacturer Foxconn plans to bring two EV models to the US

Electrek

Remember Foxconn? Its been years since weve spoken the name, so it was a big surprise that the automotive division of the behemoth electronics manufacturer would be one of the first Chinese (technically Taiwanese) brands to come to the States. A Foxconn executive recently detailed a full offensive of new BEV models in the works, two of which will hit the US market and one as early as late 2025.

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Stellantis’ Handling Of Dodge Should Be A Cautionary Tale

The Truth About Cars

Dodge is now offering heavy discounts on the all-electric Charger Daytona. Dealer bulletins have indicated that the brand is discounting the model by $6,500. This is despite the Daytona being the brands new halo vehicle and comes after weve seen numerous dealer markdowns to address a lack of demand and Stellantis offering employee discounts to the public.

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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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Massachusetts Takes Bold Step To End Gas Line Subsidies

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A coalition of twelve environmental and clean energy organizations 1 , including Rewiring America, Acadia Center, Green Energy Consumers Alliance, Sierra Club, and Environmental Defense Fund, recently submitted a letter strongly supporting the Department of Public Utilities' (DPU) draft policy to end gas line extension allowances (LEAs)subsidies that have long encouraged new gas service connections and expansion.

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Tesla’s spring update arrives with adaptive headlights and more

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Tesla shared release notes for its spring update over the weekend, and the forthcoming update includes new features such as the highly anticipated adaptive headlights, custom trunk height settings, and more. In a post on X on Saturday, Tesla said that the 2025 spring update would be rolling out soon, along with noting that the software version would include the highly anticipated adaptive headlights for owners in the U.S. and Canada.

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As Tesla EV Sales Dip, Lucid Looks To Expand And Tesla Enters Saudi Arabia

CleanTechnica EVs

The California startup Lucid Motors aims to boost its EV sales footprint with a newly expanded footprint for its operations in Arizona, along with a second factory in Saudi Arabia. The post As Tesla EV Sales Dip, Lucid Looks To Expand And Tesla Enters Saudi Arabia appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Polestar 3 awarded 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating

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The Polestar 3 has achieved a five-star Euro NCAP rating in the latest round of tests by the independent body. With a series of vehicle tests across four classifications Adult Occupant, Child Occupant, Vulnerable Road Users and Safety Assist the Polestar 3 received five stars for all categories and an 87% score overall. The post Polestar 3 awarded 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Those reporting BYD overtook Tesla as top global electric vehicle maker are wrong

Electrek

In the past few weeks, major news outlets have reported that Chinese automotive giant BYD has overtaken Tesla as the worlds largest seller of electric vehicles. While it may be true that BYD has usurped Tesla to sell more electric vehicles or generate more revenue, the idea that either is the largest EV seller in the world completely ignores a company that sells more EVs each year than both Tesla and BYD combined.

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The Great Chatbot Debate: Do They Really Understand?

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The large language models (LLMs) that power todays chatbots have gotten so astoundingly capable , AI researchers are hard pressed to assess those capabilities it seems that no sooner is there a new test than the AI systems ace it. But what does that performance really mean? Do these models genuinely understand our world? Or are they merely a triumph of data and calculations that simulates true understanding?

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RBC cuts Rivian price target to $10 ahead of earnings report

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RBC Capital cut its Rivian price target to $10 ahead of the automaker’s Q1 earnings report. RBC Capital dropped its price target for Rivian Automotive from $12 to $10 per share, sticking with a “Sector Perform” rating as it braces for the automakers first-quarter earnings. The firm’s new Rivian price target includes predictions for a March sales bump tied to looming tariffs, though RBC cautions that earnings may not fully reflect trade impacts.

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Manila International Auto Show Marks 20 Years, Displays More Electrified Vehicles Than Ever Before

CleanTechnica EVs

The 2025 Manila International Auto Show opened its doors on April 10. It includes a larger presence than ever before of electrified vehicles as new and existing brands present their latest innovations and strategies for a more sustainable automotive future. CleanTechnica is covering the event, and below is a list. [continued] The post Manila International Auto Show Marks 20 Years, Displays More Electrified Vehicles Than Ever Before appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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

The Truth About Cars

Cadillac saw its sales successes escalate for the entirety of the Sixties, as it absolutely dominated the domestic luxury car market. Faced with lackluster competition from the likes of the conservative and upright Imperial (fuselage design arrived in 1969) or the aging Continental lineup from Lincoln, buyers flocked to Cadillac in droves. Only at the end of the decade did Lincoln get it together when it offered the Mark III as an alternative to the Eldorado and debuted a new (cost-cut) Continen

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Personal: My Ongoing EV Adventure

Clean Fleet Report

Life Without Gasoline Continues I like to drive an electric vehicle (EV) because it helps fight climate change by reducing the burning of fossil fuels. Besides their many advantages (and a few disadvantages at the moment), EVs are wonderful cars to drive and live with. Im now on my third different one in eight years, the popular Hyundai Ioniq 5. My story is likely typical of many EV drivers, who, for environmental reasons , got their first EV and then kept driving them.

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Video Friday: Tiny Robot Bug Hops and Jumps

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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. RoboSoft 2025 : 2326 April 2025, LAUSANNE, SWITZERLAND ICUAS 2025 : 1417 May 2025, CHARLOTTE, NC ICRA 2025 : 1923 May 2025, ATLANTA, GA London Humanoids Summit : 2930 May 2025, LONDON IEEE RCAR 2025 : 16 June 2025, TOYAMA, JAPAN 2025 Energy Drone & Ro

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Tesla unveils new Cybertruck configuration, but not in the U.S. (yet)

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Tesla has officially unveiled a new configuration of the Cybertruck with a new Long Range Rear-Wheel-Drive trim, but it is not yet available in the United States. Instead, Tesla is advertising the vehicle on its website in Saudi Arabia , a market where it launched deliveries for the first time today, April 10. Tesla unveils Long Range Rear-Wheel-Drive Cybertruck.

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Three Months with a Mercedes eVito Van (vs. Tesla Model Y)

CleanTechnica EVs

Arran from Regenev has bought himself an electric Mercedes! No, not a luxury sedan to swan around in, but a van to cart around his stuff for installing EV chargers. The eVito Tourer has proven itself economical and fit for purpose, a better choice than the vans bought for the. [continued] The post Three Months with a Mercedes eVito Van (vs. Tesla Model Y) appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Stellantis Yet Again Confirms That It's Not Selling Maserati

The Truth About Cars

Red is a great color for many Italian cars, but the problem for Maserati is that it has been seeing the color more in its finances than on an exciting new car. Despite losing more than half its sales last year and seeing further declines this year, Maseratis parent company, Stellantis, says its still devoted to the brand. Maserati CEO Santo Ficili said, Stellantis confirms its commitment towards Italy, its workers, and all its brands, including Maserati.

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Now that’a a BIG statement! MG promises IM Motors electric luxury IM5 and IM6 will be the most “advanced cars anyone will be able to buy in Australia this year”.

EV Central

MG is launching its IM Motors electric luxury sub-brand in Australia with two models, five variants and rhetoric thats super-heated even by the standards of auto industry marketing spiel. These cars are the most advanced cars anyone will be able to buy in Australia this year, promised MG Motors Australia chief commercial officer Giles Belcher. The technology in them is unbelievable.

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The Many Ways Tariffs Will Hit Your Electronics

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Like the industry he covers, Shawn DuBravac had already had quite a week by the time IEEE Spectrum spoke to him early last Thursday, 10 April 2025. As chief economist at IPC , the 3000-member industry association for electronics manufacturers, hes tasked with figuring out the impact of the tsunami of tariffs the United States government has planned, paused, or enacted.

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150,000 Miles, 5 Years, & 5+ Months on My 2019 Tesla Model 3 Long Range — Where Do I Stand Now?

CleanTechnica EVs

My odometer just hit 150,218. Below explains why we still love our 2019 Model 3 after 150,000 miles and nearly 5 years. We are about to make our annual 1500-mile spring migration from Utah to northern Wisconsin and Tesla is still the only brand of EVs that can make that. [continued] The post 150,000 Miles, 5 Years, & 5+ Months on My 2019 Tesla Model 3 Long Range Where Do I Stand Now?

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Europe Attempts Ban On Carbon Fiber

The Truth About Cars

European regulators have decided that carbon fiber should be on a shortlist of hazardous materials and are seeking to have it banned. While the industry will presumably petition the government against instituting any official restrictions, theres always a chance the rule could come to pass shaking up the global supply chain. According to the Japanese Nikkei , the European Parliament amended a proposal to its End of Life Vehicles Directive last month.

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Hyundai Inster priced: It’s the cheapest non-Chinese EV you can buy in Australia today, but still $10K more than a BYD Dolphin

EV Central

Emphasising the advantage Chinese brands currently have when it comes to EV pricing in Australia, the tiny Hyundai Inster SUV is now on-sale from $39,000 plus on-road costs. That sets the Korean giants cheapest Inster Standard Range almost $10,000 above Australias cheapest EV, the $29,990 plus ORCs BYD Dolphin Essential, as well as lagging the $35,990 drive-away GWM Ora and the MG4 that currently starts at $36,990 drive-away (although that changes often).

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Charge Your Electric Car Off-Peak in Massachusetts & Save

Green Energy Consumers

When you charge your electric car matters. Charging when overall demand for electricity is low reduces costs and emissions for the electric grid as a whole. For years, weve advocated for better smart charging programs from our electric utilities to incentivize electric vehicle (EV) owners to charge their cars off-peak. In addition to utility programs, EV drivers in Massachusetts can participate in the Clean Peak Standard to earn rewards for charging off-peak.