SIXT drops Tesla, buys 250,000 rental cars from Stellantis
Electrek
JANUARY 16, 2024
After dropping Tesla, global rental car giant SIXT says it will buy up to 250,000 vehicles from Stellantis for its fleets in North America and Europe.
Toyota says it would rather buy credits than ‘waste’ money on EVs
Electrek
MARCH 1, 2024
The CEO of Toyota isn’t mincing words, saying that he believes EVs will only make up 30% of the US new-vehicle market in 2030, half of the target the EPA sought last year. As the car industry’s largest hybrid pusher, Toyota says it is better positioned to just buy credits to close the EPA gap rather than “waste” money on BEVs, its CEO said.
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If motorists knew more about electric cars, they’d be more willing to buy them
The Driven EV News
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Only one in five motorists looking to buy a new car over the next five years are thinking about EVs, but that number could grow if only they knew more about electric cars. The post If motorists knew more about electric cars, they’d be more willing to buy them appeared first on The Driven.
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UK bus operator commits £500 million to buy 1,200 zero emission buses
The Driven EV News
OCTOBER 9, 2024
The post UK bus operator commits £500 million to buy 1,200 zero emission buses appeared first on The Driven. UK bus operator Go-Ahead has announced plans to invest £500 million in the purchase of 1,200 UK-made zero emission buses over the next three years.
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US nonprofit set to buy 500 electric semi trucks by 2028 in $250M deal
Electrek
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Maryland-based nonprofit Climate United announced its intention to spend $250 million to buy up to 500 electric semi trucks over three years in what the group is calling “ the biggest single order of zero emission Class 8 trucks in the country.”
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After buying an EV, less than 1% of drivers go back to gas-powered cars
Electrek
DECEMBER 10, 2024
According to a new survey from the Global EV Alliance , over 90% of EV drivers plan to buy another electric vehicle after trading in a gas car. Once you go electric, you almost never go back to a gas-powered car. Meanwhile, only 1% said they would return to an ICE vehicle.
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Phoenix Motorcars, EasyMile win grant for development of first FMVSS-compliant autonomous shuttle bus in US
Green Car Congress
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
The city of Houston is set to receive the first Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Buy America-compliant mid-size autonomous bus in the US. Jointly developed by Phoenix Motorcars and EasyMile , the EZ Zeus self-driving bus will be deployed in real-life traffic conditions. million.
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NIO (NIO) eyes buying Volkswagen plant in historic market shake up
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
China’s NIO (NIO) is considering buying Volkswagen’s Audi plant in Brussels. Volkswagen’s plant is at risk of being shut down, and NIO wants to take advantage as the market shifts to EVs.
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Only 2% of Tesla Full Self-Driving trial users end up buying it, credit card data show
Electrek
MAY 14, 2024
According to credit card data, only about 2% of the Tesla owners who used Full Self-Driving in the free month trial ended up buying it after.
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How to get a free $2,000 from California to buy an e-bike, starting tomorrow
Electrek
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Last week, we shared the news of Californias long-awaited electric bicycle rebate program finally preparing to kick off in the Golden State. The rebate program opens to the public tomorrow, and heres how you can try and snag up to $2,000 to buy your own e-bike.
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One-third of Australians plan to buy an EV in the next 5 years, study finds
The Driven EV News
DECEMBER 6, 2023
One third of all Australians plan to buy an electric vehicle (EV) within the next 5 years, and nearly half of all Australian drivers are contemplating the switch. The post One-third of Australians plan to buy an EV in the next 5 years, study finds appeared first on The Driven.
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Elon Musk complains about his smaller stake in Tesla after wasting it on buying Twitter
Electrek
JANUARY 15, 2024
The statement is particularly bizarre when you consider the fact that he himself recently sold tens of billions of dollars worth of Tesla stock to buy a grossly overpriced Twitter. more… The post Elon Musk complains about his smaller stake in Tesla after wasting it on buying Twitter appeared first on Electrek.
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Rivian (RIVN) signs first partner outside of Amazon to buy its electric delivery vans
Electrek
DECEMBER 14, 2023
EV maker Rivian (RIVN) has found its first partner outside of Amazon to buy its EDVs. Rivian announced Thursday that AT&T will buy its electric vans and R1 vehicles in a new pilot program. more… The post Rivian (RIVN) signs first partner outside of Amazon to buy its electric delivery vans appeared first on Electrek.
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Two years after buying my $2,000 electric truck from China, here’s how it looks now
Electrek
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
Back in early 2021, I set out on a journey to buy an electric mini-truck from China and bring it to the US. more… The post Two years after buying my $2,000 electric truck from China, here’s how it looks now appeared first on Electrek. Yes, I’m that guy. You may have seen my truck before.
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GM may buy Chinese EV batteries, but they will be made in the US
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
GM is in talks to buy batteries from China’s CATL to be assembled at a new US plant. A GM electric car with Chinese EV batteries on US streets? That could soon be a possibility.
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Elon Musk tries to explain his ask for more control over Tesla, but TSLA not buying it
Electrek
JANUARY 25, 2024
Elon Musk tried to explain his strange ask for more control over Tesla, which seemingly came with a threat to divert AI products from the automaker to his new startup, during his earnings conference call. It doesn’t look like Tesla shareholders are buying it as the stock crashed by as much as 10% this morning.
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Here's How to Avoid Buying a Hurricane Damaged Car
The Truth About Cars
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Hurricanes have socked the Southeast lately, and with that in mind, we speak with Patrick Olsen from Carfax about how you can avoid buying one of these vehicles that's been flood damaged. Get the latest news, features, TTAC takes, and everything else that gets to the truth about cars first by subscribing to our newsletter.
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Nissan offers Chevy Bolt EV drivers a deal to buy a new LEAF
Electrek
JUNE 7, 2024
If you drive a Chevy Bolt EV or EUV model, Nissan wants you to buy (or lease) a new LEAF. Nissan is enticing Bolt EV drivers with a new incentive with the purchase or lease of a LEAF.
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Tesla ‘may have solved the Self-Driving puzzle’: Piper Sandler tells investors to buy
Teslarati
JULY 29, 2024
Piper Sandler is telling investors to buy Tesla shares as it believes the company “may have solved the Self-Driving puzzle.” Buy $TSLA,” Piper Sandler said in a portion of the title of its note released on Monday. ” “Don’t roll your eyes. Tesla’s release of Full Self-Driving version 12.5
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Mitsubishi EVs, Honda AWD hybrids, EV tire sustainability: Today’s Car News
Green Car Reports
MAY 17, 2024
Mitsubishi teases new EVs and hybrids for the U.S. And we run through why you shouldn’t need to buy EV tires as often in the future. Honda promises more all-wheel-drive hybrids. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Honda has confirmed that it plans to make two million EVs annually by 2030.
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Time To Buy? New Vehicle Inventories And Incentives Are Up
The Truth About Cars
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
But does this mean you should head out to the showroom to purchase that new model you’ve been considering, or will there be even better deals to be had in the future? Everything is relative in the world of car buying. market is sitting on 77 days of new product as of September 5th. It's bad news for the company.
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Here’s how to find all the free money you qualify for when you buy an EV
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
A new tool is out that lets you search for EV incentives in your area, covering not just the federal $7,500 incentive, but any other local incentives to help you save money when buying an EV.
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Hertz is selling its Tesla car rentals: Worth the Buy?
Teslarati
DECEMBER 27, 2024
Hertz is selling its Tesla car rentals at relatively cheap prices, making people wonder if theyre worth buying. The post Hertz is selling its Tesla car rentals: Worth the Buy? In the r/HertzRentals subreddit, a Redditor posted an invitation from Hertz to purchase a 2023 Tesla Model 3 rental. The invite stated: Enjoying your rental?
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Planning to buy an EV in December? This is the only tool you need
Electrek
DECEMBER 13, 2024
If youre thinking about buying or leasing an EV this month to secure the $7,500 federal tax credit, head to PlugStar.com , because it has everything you need.
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Backfire: Buying EVs Hasn’t Worked for Hertz
The Truth About Cars
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
When the value of those vehicles cratered during a period where nobody was buying vehicles due to lockdowns, the company was basically doomed. However, the bizarre nature of the situation made it appetizing to investors who could now buy up shares for practically nothing. billion Wagner and O’Hara had paid to buy it out of bankruptcy.
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The Number of People Willing to Buy an EV Has Declined Since 2023
The Truth About Cars
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
American car buyers are 14 percent less likely to buy an EV than they were in 2023, down to 34 percent from 48 last year. Get the latest news, features, TTAC takes, and everything else that gets to the truth about cars first by subscribing to our newsletter. Images: Kia, Ford, GM/Chevrolet] Become a TTAC insider.
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Another $50 million in low interest loans offered to SMEs to buy EVs and renewables
The Driven EV News
JANUARY 8, 2025
New $50 million low interest loan scheme announced on EVs and renewables and charging equipment targeted for farmers, freight, small and medium sized businesses. The post Another $50 million in low interest loans offered to SMEs to buy EVs and renewables appeared first on The Driven.
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USPS set to buy Canoo electric vans
Electrek
JANUARY 24, 2024
Electric van manufacturer Canoo announced a highly visible deal with the United States Postal Service (USPS), which will see the USPS acquire a handful of right-hand drive versions of the company’s LDV 190 delivery van.
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J.D. Power Studies Why People Aren’t Buying Plug-In Hybrids
The Truth About Cars
OCTOBER 4, 2024
But it may leave some drivers deciding that they’re better off buying a fully electric automobile or a hybrid without a charging port when they’re both likely to cost a little less than the PHEV. Get the latest news, features, TTAC takes, and everything else that gets to the truth about cars first by subscribing to our newsletter.
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All the EVs (and one PHEV) you can buy with 0% financing this September
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
If that’s you, and you’ve been waiting for interest rates to drop, you’re in luck: there’s a bunch of great EVs you can buy with 0% financing this month! Lease deals get all the hype, but some people still want to own the car they’ve made all those payments on.
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In Norway, only rental companies buy gas cars, because tourists don’t ‘get’ EVs
Electrek
JANUARY 2, 2025
Norways full-year EV sales are in, and once again the country has broken its own record for EV adoption. In 2024, 88.9% of cars sold in Norway were all-electric, up from 82.4% The main holdout? Rental car companies, who service tourists who arent familiar with EVs.
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Cheaper EVs! Government announces scheme to slash the cost of buying new and used electric vehicles. But there are conditions…
EV Central
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The federal government has moved to make the purchase of new and used electric vehicles more affordable. It is backing a scheme in co-operation with the Commonwealth Bank to cut up to five per cent off the coast of a loan to buy an EV and related household EV charging equipment. per cent in 2024. The post Cheaper EVs!
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You Could Buy the Entire Fisker Company for Less Than the Founder's Home Costs
The Truth About Cars
APRIL 29, 2024
Get the latest news, features,& TTAC& takes, and everything else that gets to the truth about cars first by subscribing to our& newsletter. Image: Fisker] Become a& TTAC& insider.
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Toyota to buy clean power from a $1.1 billion solar farm in Texas
Electrek
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
Enbridge, a Canadian energy company, just announced it’s moving forward with an 815-megawatt (MW) solar project called Sequoia in Texas. When it’s done, it’ll be one of the largest solar farms in North America. The project’s price tag is a hefty $1.1
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DSV orders 300 electric semi trucks from Volvo, plans to buy 2,000 more
Electrek
AUGUST 24, 2024
Global logistics firm DSV placed an order for 300 fully electric semi trucks from Volvo Trucks. The deal is one of the largest such orders placed so far, and gives DSV one of the largest electric trucking fleets in Europe.
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Sysco takes delivery of 10 Freightliner electric semi trucks, plans to buy 800
Electrek
JUNE 4, 2024
US food delivery company Sysco added ten Freightliner eCascadia electric semi trucks to its Houston, Texas fleet. The trucks bring the company’s electric vehicle fleet to 120 trucks – and the company plans to add hundreds more.
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You'll Soon Be Able to Buy An Automatic Toyota GR Corolla
The Truth About Cars
AUGUST 2, 2024
Toyota hasn’t detailed pricing for the new Corolla yet, but it said the cars will start arriving on dealers’ lots this winter. Get the latest news, features, TTAC takes, and everything else that gets to the truth about cars first by subscribing to our newsletter. Images: Toyota] Become a TTAC insider.
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Chevy Will Build as Many Corvette ZR1s as People Want to Buy
The Truth About Cars
JULY 29, 2024
Get the latest news, features, TTAC takes, and everything else that gets to the truth about cars first by subscribing to our newsletter. Its 20-inch front and 21-inch rear wheels come wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires, which, along with the car’s downforce, should help with power delivery. Images: Chevrolet/GM] Become a TTAC insider.
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BYD is buying back stock to fuel its dominant global expansion with new EVs
Electrek
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
The world’s EV leader, BYD (OTC: BYDDY), announced a stock buyback plan as it continues expanding into new markets. BYD is pushing into different segments with new luxury EVs and mid-size electric SUVs.
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Range Rover Electric waitlist doubles as over 38,000 line up to buy the brand’s first EV
Electrek
JUNE 19, 2024
The first all-electric Range Rover SUV is expected to officially debut later this year. With over 38,000 buyers lining up, the Range Rover Electric waitlist has doubled over the past four months as anticipation builds.
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Kia attacks EV pricing! Great news for EV3 and EV4, but Niro EV future in doubt
EV Central
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Kia has launched the EV5 medium SUV at $56,770 drive-away for the entry-level Air Standard Range, undercutting the Tesla Model Y by at least $2000 depending on where you buy it. Great news for EV3 and EV4, but Niro EV future in doubt appeared first on EV Central. The post Kia attacks EV pricing!
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BYD Partners With Pilatus Motors To Launch Several Models In Zambia!
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
It’s good news for Zambia, as BYD has just launched in the country, giving Zambians an opportunity to buy some of the latest electric vehicles from one of the world’s largest electric vehicle firms. It seems like we get news. BYD has partnered with Pilatus to launch several models there.
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