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EVs At 25.1% Share In Germany – Volkswagen ID.7 Best-Seller

CleanTechnica EVs

January saw plugin EVs at 25.1% share in Germany, up from 17.3% year-on-year. BEV volume shot up over 53% YoY, though from an anomalously low baseline, while PHEVs grew 23%. Overall auto volume was 207,640 units, down 2.8% YoY. Januarys best-selling BEV was the Volkswagen ID.7. Januarys sales saw combined. [continued] The post EVs At 25.1% Share In Germany – Volkswagen ID.7 Best-Seller appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Report: The Honda-Nissan Merger Deal Is Officially Dead

The Truth About Cars

It will likely come as no surprise that the Honda-Nissan merger talks didnt go as smoothly as the two automakers had hoped. After weeks of negotiations, the pair decided to walk away from the merger discussions, as Hondas conditions for the deal were too much for Nissan to swallow. Describing the situation, Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe said his companys final proposal involved it taking full control of Nissan, noting that it would have made management moves easier and faster.

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What’s Going On With US State Department $400M Armored Tesla Cybertruck Order?

CleanTechnica EVs

There’s a bit of a weird story out there regarding a US State Department order for $400 million worth of armored Tesla Cybertrucks. There are still some things that are not clear about this, but I’m going to share what we know, and then add some conjecture. Here’s what has. [continued] The post What’s Going On With US State Department $400M Armored Tesla Cybertruck Order?

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(Op-Ed) Tesla China has been very successful legally–but is something nefarious really afoot?

Teslarati

A recent report from the Associated Press has highlighted the fact that Tesla China has been very successful legally. Over the years, Tesla China has seen a remarkable record in winning legal cases against critics, from media outlets and social media influencers to customers. But while the report carried a tone that hinted that something nefarious was afoot, Tesla China’s legal successes may simply be explained by a simple reasonit chooses to hold people accountable.

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

emissions global warming Norway climate change carbon dioxide youtube lighting

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XPENG Enters UK, Ireland, & Finland

CleanTechnica EVs

XPENG has now come to the UK, and Ireland, and Finland. The XPENG G6, a highly competitive new electric SUV or crossover, is now available in the UK. Perhaps most notably, the G6 is priced starting at just 39,990. That’s less than the cheapest Tesla Model Y. To start, 20. [continued] The post XPENG Enters UK, Ireland, & Finland appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla new Model Y production accelerates at Giga Texas

Teslarati

It appears that Tesla is now ramping up the production of the new Model Y in Giga Texas. This was hinted at in a recent flyover of the facility, which revealed numerous new Model Y units seemingly waiting to be shipped out of the Giga Texas complex. Recent new Model Y delivery reports: Tesla customers recently noted on social media that they have received estimated delivery dates for their vehicle orders from the EV maker.

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Here’s why modern EVs are more prepared for extreme temps

Green Car Reports

Modern EVs don't suffer the extreme-temp range loss—or degradation—that earlier models did Heat pumps and battery heaters have made a difference, as have new battery chemistries Automaker testing is part of it, as Nissan points to in Ariya EV Electric vehicle batteries perform best and last longest in a specific temperature window, but.

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Tesla Takeover: protests planned at Tesla stores globally this weekend

Electrek

Tesla is being targeted by protests organized at its stores around the globe. The demonstrations planned for this Saturday appear to be a grassroots movement without a clear goal or leadership. The protestors are calling it the Tesla Takeover.

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Solid-State Batteries Are In ‘Trailblazer’ Mode. What's Holding Them Up?

InsideEVs

Solid-state batteries could enable 600-mile EVs and reduce fires. Now, battery makers are racing to get them over the finish line.

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IEA: power use to soar through 2027, but renewables will keep up

Electrek

The International Energy Agencys (IEA) newly released Electricity 2025 report predicts that global power consumption will jump nearly 4% annually through 2027. Thats like adding an entire Japans worth of electricity use every year for the next three years.

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

Brief

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Isuzu To Build New EV Truck Factory In The U.S.

InsideEVs

The $280 million manufacturing facility will assemble the battery-powered N-Series ERR EV, as well as combustion models.

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Mercedes-Benz DC fast chargers are rolling out in Canada

Electrek

The Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging network is expanding into Canada, with more than 2,500 fast chargers planned across Canada and the US.

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Are You Ready to Let an AI Agent Use Your Computer?

Cars That Think

Two years after the generative AI boom really began with the launch of ChatGPT, it no longer seems that exciting to have a phenomenally helpful AI assistant hanging around in your web browser or phone, just waiting for you to ask it questions. The next big push in AI is for AI agents that can take action on your behalf. But while agentic AI has already arrived for power users like coders, everyday consumers dont yet have these kinds of AI assistants.

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Hyundai officially launches its flagship IONIQ 9 in Korea, next stop is the US

Electrek

Hyundai just launched its first flagship EV, the IONIQ 9, in South Korea. The IONIQ 9 is the largest Hyundai electric SUV with best-in-class interior space and features more driving range than any other EV in its lineup. For those of you in the US, get ready. Youre up next.

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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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Two New Bills Would Kill The EV Tax Credit, Slap $1,000 Tax On EV Purchases

InsideEVs

Plus, Honda-Nissan merger is officially dead and Foxconn is coming for the scraps.

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Meet the Chevy Blazer EV.R, packing +1,300 horsepower from three electric motors

Electrek

Chevy just unveiled a ferocious new Blazer EV.R prototype. Based on the new Blazer EV SS and NASCARs tri-motor powertrain, the prototype delivers over 1,300 horsepower.

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Study: EV dependability has improved, but PHEVs are problematic

Green Car Reports

Electric vehicles improved in the 2025 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study but plug-in hybrids got worse. Released Thursday, the annual study focuses on the rate of problems with new vehicles, as reported by owners, with scores assigned based on problems per 100 vehicles. The new results are based on problems experienced by the original owners.

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Tesla turns to creative solutions to try to prevent charging cable thefts

Electrek

Tesla is testing a couple of creative solutions to try to prevent charging cable thefts at its Supercharging stations, which has become a serious problem for all charging station operators.

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First batch of Geely EX5 electric SUVs to land in Australia this week

The Driven EV News

First batch of Geely EX5 to land across major ports in Australia this week ahead of brand's official launch in March. The post First batch of Geely EX5 electric SUVs to land in Australia this week appeared first on The Driven.

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Kia teases revealing EV2, EV4 images for the first time ahead of their big debut this month

Electrek

Its official. We will finally get to see the new Kia EV2 and EV4 later this month for the first time. Kia just previewed several new models from its affordable EV series for the first time ahead of their big debut later this month. The teaser gives us a closer look at what to expect from the new Kia EV2 and EV4. Check out the images below.

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Type One Energy and TVA join to develop fusion power plant in Tennessee

Innovation News Network

Type One Energy has entered into a Cooperative Agreement with TVA to develop plans for a potential fusion power plant in the Tennessee. The post Type One Energy and TVA join to develop fusion power plant in Tennessee appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Porsche is cutting nearly 2,000 jobs in Germany as its EV struggles worsen

Electrek

Porsche plans to cut 1,900 jobs in Germany by 2029 as it struggles with slumping EV sales. The luxury sports car maker has already warned of lower profits this year. With plans to reduce its workforce, is Porsche sounding the alarm?

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Nissan Bails; Farley Wails

CleanTechnica EVs

Talks between Honda and Nissan have ended with no agreement. The question now is whether Nissan can survive on its own. The post Nissan Bails; Farley Wails appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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VinFast (VFS) delivered nearly 100,000 EVs last year, but here’s the catch

Electrek

VinFasts (VFS) deliveries surged last year, nearly tripling from 2023. Although VinFast delivered almost 100,000 EVs in 2024, nearly 90% were in its home market.

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EV Shortages, Regulations, and Roadblocks: One Fleet Leader’s Battle for Compliance & Efficiency

Green Fleet Magazine

Bruce Birdsell, fleet manager for Hermanson Company in the Pacific Northwest, shares his journey to find viable electric solutions for his mechanical contracting fleet.

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Lectric XPeak 1.0 e-bike with $727 in free gear (extra battery), Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 $459, EGO Power+ snow blower, Rexing, more

Electrek

Leading todays Green Deals is the continued clearance sale on Lectrics XPeak 1.0 Step-Thru Off-Road e-bike that is getting $727 in free gear (including an extra battery for double mileage) at $1,399 , as well as the options to start off or upgrade to the latest XPeak 2.0 models that start from the same rate. Next, over at Amazon, Jackery is undercutting its direct sales pricing on the Explorer 1000 v2 Portable Power Station and dropping it to $459.

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QOTD: What Should A New Toyota Celica Be?

The Truth About Cars

Today has unofficially become Toyota Celica Day at TTAC, as it looks like the nameplate may be coming back. The question is, what kind of car should it be? Looking at Toyota's portfolio, the brand seems to have the sports-car niches fairly well covered. You have the expensive-ish two-seat Supra on the high end, and the GR86 is an affordable small sportster.

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Confirmed! While used EV sales rose in Australia in 2024 resale values fell … by a lot!

EV Central

While used battery electric vehicle sales climbed dramatically in 2024 their values plunged according to a new report released this week. The 2024 Automotive Insight Report (AIR) was compiled by automotive data analytics experts AutoGrab in partnership with the Australian Automotive Dealer Association. The report found the used EV market experienced significant price drops.

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Honda and Nissan end merger talks with no deal

Green Car Reports

Honda and Nissan on Thursday terminated a memorandum of understanding under which the two automakers had been discussing a merger, but plan to continue collaborating. The memorandum was signed by the two automakers in December as the first step toward a merger targeted for 2026. The decision to terminate it comes after discussions by each.

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How the Massachusetts Budget Can Advance Our Climate Goals

Green Energy Consumers

Despite the fact that they get the lion's share of coverage in the media, announcements of new climate programs by Governor Healey or clean energy laws passed by the State House are just pieces of paper. What turns these pieces of paper into real initiatives that can shut down coal plants, get solar projects connected to the power grid, and reduce utility bills, is the work of staff members at agencies like the Department of Public Utilities (DPU), the Department of Energy Resources (DOER), and

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Creating a safe environment for satellite communications

Innovation News Network

Managing the huge volume of space debris poses a serious challenge for satellite communications. Discover how tracking can mitigate this. The post Creating a safe environment for satellite communications appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Help! Our Paris Rental Apartment Was Robbed and Airbnb Won’t Compensate Us.

Baua Electric

Dear Tripped Up, In June 2023, we stayed six nights in an Airbnb apartment in Paris, and it was trouble from the start. The electricity was faulty, forcing my children to use a flashlight to climb a steep stairwell, and the Wi-Fi didnt work, requiring us to spend about $200 on international data. For workers to come fix the Wi-Fi, we were instructed to leave the key in a lockbox.

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How diabetes fuels antibiotic resistance: What you need to know

Innovation News Network

Discover how diabetes accelerates antibiotic resistance, increasing the risk of untreatable infections. Find out more. The post How diabetes fuels antibiotic resistance: What you need to know appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Has the BYD Shark 6 already been dethroned? Ahead of April arrival, GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV claims better towing and off-road numbers

EV Central

The BYD Shark 6 is no longer the only plug-in petrol-electric ute hunting diesels, with the 2025 GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV spec and pricing confirmed ahead of an April arrival in Aussie showrooms. The Cannon Alpha plug-in will be offered in both Lux and Ultra trims and priced from $63,990 or $68,990 drive-away. But the bad news is it lands just days after the March 30 deadline for the lucrative Fringe Benefit Tax exemption that’s available to buyers using novated leases.

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