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Elon Musk elevates his chief of staff who was in hot water at Tesla amid leadership shake-up

Electrek

Elon Musk has elevated Omead Afshar, who worked in his office in what many saw as a “chief of staff” position, to a top executive role at Tesla after the young engineer was reportedly in hot water at the automaker. This appears to be part of a broader leadership shake-up at Tesla.

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Tesla celebrates Japan’s 60,000th Supercharger

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Tesla Japan reecntly reached a new milestone by setting up its 60,000th Supercharger in the country. The milestone was celebrated by Tesla executives on social media platform X. As noted by Tesla Japan on its official account on X , the country’s 60,000th Supercharger—which also hosts Japan’s first V4 stalls—is located in Enshu Morimachi, Shizuoka Prefecture.

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$30,000 Tesla Cybercab due “before 2027,” Robovan concept seats 20

Green Car Reports

Two-passenger Cybercab, also called Robotaxi, is due by 2027 and will use wireless charging Cybercab will cost less than $30,000, have no steering wheel or pedals Robovan bowed with seating for 20 and greatly reduced operating costs Tesla CEO Elon Musk on Thursday night introduced its Robotaxi. The Cybercab, an autonomous electric vehicle is so.

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Tesla Autopilot Director Ashok Elluswamy promoted to VP of AI Software

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Tesla Director of Autopilot Software Ashok Elluswamy has been promoted to Vice President of AI Software. The promotion was listed on the Tesla executive’s personal LinkedIn page. Elluswamy has been with Tesla for 10 years and 10 months as of writing. His long tenure in the electric vehicle maker started in January 2014, when he was hired as a Software Engineer for Tesla’s Autopilot program.

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

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Tesla needs to come clean about HW3 before the word ‘fraud’ comes out

Electrek

The walls are closing on Tesla’s claim that millions of its vehicles with Hardware 3 (HW3) computers will be capable of unsupervised self-driving. Tesla needs to come clean before the word “fraud” comes out.

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EV battery prices to fall by nearly 50 pct and near ICE parity by 2026, says Goldman Sachs

The Driven EV News

Global EV battery prices could drop by almost another 50 per cent by 2026, according to Goldman Sachs, bringing with it the potential of price parity with internal combustion engine (ICE) cars. The post EV battery prices to fall by nearly 50 pct and near ICE parity by 2026, says Goldman Sachs appeared first on The Driven.

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Toyota exec says shift to EVs will lead to job losses

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Eliminating internal-combustion engines would also eliminate many jobs related to engine-related technology, Toyota chairman Akio Toyoda told Reuters and other media Thursday. "If electric vehicles simply become the only choice, including for our suppliers, those people's jobs would be lost," said Toyoda, who previously held the job of CEO and is.

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Elon Musk confirms Tesla Semi will see worldwide release

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk has confirmed that the Tesla Semi will be sold worldwide. This should allow the Tesla Semi to make a difference in the emissions of the transportation sector in markets across the globe. Musk’s update came as a response to a video posted by the official Tesla Manufacturing account , which featured the Gigafactory Berlin team checking out the Semi.

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Volkswagen ID.3 gains new LFP battery pack to keep up with cheaper EVs in China

Electrek

Volkswagen is launching a new ID.3 model in China with an LFP battery pack as it looks to compete with lower-priced rivals. Chinese automakers like CATL and BYD dominate the LFP battery market, but VW hopes the new model can help spark sales in the world’s largest EV market.

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Tariffs Aren't Going To Stop China's EVs From Marching On Europe

InsideEVs

Plus, the Cybertruck reservation list isn't so exclusive anymore, and Toyota warns that going full-EV threatens Japan's job market.

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

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Honda Comes From Nowhere & Scores Big EV Sales In USA

CleanTechnica EVs

I’ve covered the US EV sales results of several auto companies this month as 3rd quarter sales data have come out. Several companies have seen soaring EV sales growth, while others have seen big drops in EV sales. And, even within companies, some models are up a lot while others. [continued] The post Honda Comes From Nowhere & Scores Big EV Sales In USA appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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U.S.: EV Sales Hit Another Record in Q3 2024

Electric Cars Report

According to new data from Kelley Blue Book, EV sales in the U.S. continued their upward trajectory in the third quarter of 2024, reaching new heights in both volume and market share. Despite a slight slowdown in year-over-year growth, EV sales increased by 11% compared to the previous year, with an estimated 346,309 EVs sold […] The post U.S.: EV Sales Hit Another Record in Q3 2024 appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Tesla Cybertruck is US’ 3rd best-selling EV in Q3, behind Model 3 and Model Y

Teslarati

Cox Automotive data has revealed that the Tesla Cybertruck was the United States’ third best-selling electric vehicle in the third quarter of 2024. The all-electric pickup truck was just behind its two stablemates, the Model Y crossover and Model 3 sedan, which were the U.S.’ best and second-best-selling EVs in Q3 2024, respectively. As could be seen in Kelley Blue Book’s Electric Vehicle Sales Report Q3 2024 , Tesla remains the undisputed king of EVs in the United States, with 166,923 vehicles

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BYD to break into Europe’s largest auto market with EVs priced around $30,000

Electrek

BYD predicts rapid EV growth in Germany, Europe’s largest auto market, within the next six months. With EVs starting at around $30,000 (25,000 euros), BYD expects to win over German buyers quickly.

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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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U.S. EV Sales Hit Another Record In Q3 2024: '10% Share Within Reach'

InsideEVs

General Motors has officially become America's second-best-selling EV maker behind Tesla, pushing Hyundai Motor Group into the third spot.

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Real Zero at Fortescue

CleanTechnica EVs

Fortescue has been in the news a lot recently. Just a few weeks ago, at a United Nations roundtable, Fortescue Executive Chairman Dr Andrew Forrest AO unveiled a plan to move mining operations from “net zero” to “real zero.” “The detailed timeline shows how Fortescue will eliminate Scope 1 and. [continued] The post Real Zero at Fortescue appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Quantum error correction breakthrough revolutionises quantum computing

Innovation News Network

Discover how a hybrid quantum error correction technique is revolutionising quantum computing by enhancing efficiency and fault tolerance. The post Quantum error correction breakthrough revolutionises quantum computing appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Tesla approved for stage one of Giga Berlin expansion plans

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Tesla has been approved for the first stage of plans to expand Gigafactory Berlin, eventually expected to double the plant’s production capacity. As reported by Reuters on Tuesday, the local environment ministry approved Tesla to begin the first three phases of expansion, including new facilities for logistics, a battery cell test and recycling lab, and additional infrastructure for storage facilities.

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Hyundai wants to develop industry-leading 300Wh/kg LFP batteries for affordable EVs

Electrek

To be the best, you must beat the best. Hyundai Motor is developing ultra-high-capacity LFP batteries to power upcoming low-cost Hyundai and Kia electric vehicles. Aiming for an energy density of around 300 Wh/kg, Hyundai’s LFP batteries would top China’s CATL and BYD.

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BMW Recalls Several Models for Braking System Issues

The Truth About Cars

BMW is recalling a handful of models from the 2023 and 2024 model years due to potential problems with their antilock braking and stability control systems. The automaker is pulling back 11,579 vehicles in the recall, which was published on the NHTSA’s site on October 2. The recall involves vehicles that were previously involved in a previous action, during which their integrated braking modules were replaced with components that may not function properly.

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Fueling Up The Day After Milton Pounds The Florida Coast, Electric Versus Gas

CleanTechnica EVs

Yesterday, I wrote about having only an electric car as a powerful storm was powering toward my family’s home. I looked at the implications if you are evacuating and if you are staying. We decided to stay. Luckily for us, the storm slightly weakened and turned slightly south, saving our. [continued] The post Fueling Up The Day After Milton Pounds The Florida Coast, Electric Versus Gas appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Nissan slashes costs of V2G technology to help turn EVs into batteries on wheels

The Driven EV News

Nissan says it has slashed the cost of V2G charging technology, with new on-board tech making it the same price as existing home chargers. The post Nissan slashes costs of V2G technology to help turn EVs into batteries on wheels appeared first on The Driven.

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Tesla Cybertruck gets free ad from Fiat USA 

Teslarati

Fiat USA just provided a free advertisement for the Tesla Cybertruck. In a recent commercial with the tagline “You Say Tomato, We Say Pomodoro,” Fiat USA compared the Tesla Cybertruck with its all-new 2024 Fiat 500e electric vehicle. The commercial draws stark contrasts between the vastly different electric vehicles. The Tesla Cybertruck and Fiat 500e are completely different EVs, but Fiat USA highlighted the upsides to its electric vehicle through its humorous commercial.

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The Trouble With Telegram

Cars That Think

Pavel Durov , the founder of the chat app Telegram, was arrested in late August in France on charges that the company hasn’t done enough to prevent malicious and illegal activity on the app. One might be tempted to think that Telegram’s high level of data protection would prevent it from effectively addressing malicious activity on the platform: If Telegram can’t read their users’ messages, they can’t spot lawbreakers.

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Mexico’s New President Has A Plan: A Cheap Mexican EV For The Masses Called “Olinia”

CleanTechnica EVs

Claudia Sheinbaum, Mexico’s new president (inaugurated in October 1st), has a plan. She wants to bring Mexico’s industry into the 21st century, pivoting to tech, drones, semi-conductors, … and EVs. She has announced she’ll make sure that, by the end of her term, Mexico owns a locally designed, locally built, [continued] The post Mexico’s New President Has A Plan: A Cheap Mexican EV For The Masses Called “Olinia” appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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The role of electric motors in sustainable electric vehicles

Innovation News Network

Discover the key factors driving the sustainability of electric motors in EVs, from material choices to efficiency and power density. The post The role of electric motors in sustainable electric vehicles appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Tesla Autopilot Director: Cybercab fleet was using near-production AI software expected to ship in V13

Teslarati

Tesla Director of Autopilot Software Ashok Elluswamy recently shared some key insights about the Cybercab fleet that was operating at the company’s “We, Robot” Robotaxi unveiling event last week. As per the Tesla executive, the autonomous Cybercabs were running near-production AI software that is expected to ship in FSD V13. The general lack of details about the Cybercab and the Robovan that were shared by Elon Musk at the Robotaxi unveiling event has resulted in some critics speculating that

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E-quipment highlight: Komatsu launches 400 ton electric mining excavator

Electrek

Komatsu says its new PC4000-11E hydraulic mining excavator can bring both the powerful digging force of high-performance diesel machines and the emission-free operation of battery power to some of the world’s toughest mining operations.

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Stellantis CEO: Decision On Which Brands to Cut Could Come In the Next Two to Three Years

The Truth About Cars

Stellantis has had a rough time. The company’s sales have tumbled, leading it to search for a new CEO, but despite the rumors of it killing off one or more of its brands, the automaker won’t make a decision on which ones stick around for at least a few more years. Current Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares said that the automaker would review its brand portfolio as soon as 2026, saying, “We will review each (Stellantis) brand’s performance at about two-thirds of the way through the Dare Forward 2030

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5 Reasons Electric Cars Are Much Better In A Hurricane

CleanTechnica EVs

As some of you know, I was just recently hit straight on by Hurricane Milton. We went right through the center of the eye. (Ironically, it turns out, the actor who played Milton in Office Space — the stapler guy — is from Sarasota. How long has this been planned?!?!). [continued] The post 5 Reasons Electric Cars Are Much Better In A Hurricane appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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BYD’s first ute, the Shark 6, offers Seal-like Comfort with Ranger-like utility

The Driven EV News

BYD's first ute - a plug in hybrid with up to 100 kms of electric range, has received 10,000 expressions of interests. It's got vehicle to load, a rugged exterior, and some real power. The post BYD’s first ute, the Shark 6, offers Seal-like Comfort with Ranger-like utility appeared first on The Driven.

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Belgium’s largest battery goes live with 53 Tesla Megapacks

Teslarati

Operators recently turned on what is now Belgium’s largest battery energy storage system (BESS), as backed by Tesla’s Megapack grid-scale batteries. The Ville-sur-Haine BESS project in Wallonia, Belgium became operational over the weekend, as supported by 53 Tesla Megapacks for 50MW/200 MWh of capacity. The site is being operated by Netherlands-based energy producer Eneco, and it has now come online after first being announced last June.

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It sure seems like the Optimus robots at Tesla’s event were under human control

Electrek

We didn’t learn much new from Tesla’s Robotaxi event last night, but one piece of information we were looking forward to was a little information on Optimus, Tesla’s humanoid robot. And we got some, but it’s maybe a little less flattering to Tesla than some might have liked.

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Why the best place to own an EV in Australia is not a capital city – and why western Sydney is the worst

EV Central

Where is the best place to buy, and own, an electric vehicle in Australia? Sure, this sounds like a trick question, to which the answer would be “nowhere, you should move to Europe, preferably Norway”, but the answer is actually that shimmering shitty, sorry, city on the shill, the Gold Coast. No, we’re not joking. Recently released research combines the number of chargers in a given area with the median price of charging an EV in that district, the value of incentives you’d get from local autho

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