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Blazer EV price cut, Dodge electric muscle, Rivian R2 and R3: The Week in Reverse

Green Car Reports

Which major battery supplier has 9-minute-charging solid-state cells and a 20-year EV battery in its sights? Which affordable EV regained its EV tax credit eligibility this week? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending March 9, 2024. Rivian on Thursday provided the most.

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The hidden costs of using an electric bike

Electrek

Whether you love them or hate them , electric bikes are becoming increasingly popular on streets and trails around the US. First embraced across Asia before rolling their way across Europe for the last decade, e-bikes are now surging in popularity in North America. But while you’ll see plenty of people espousing the supposed advantages of electric bikes, it’s important to keep in mind some of the hidden costs of owning and using these two-wheeled electric vehicles.

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EV chargers embedded in light poles, and open parking, trialled in first “EV ready street”

The Driven EV News

Waverley Council installs five integrated chargers in light poles along Bondi street, and open parking spaces in what it says is the first "EV-ready" street. The post EV chargers embedded in light poles, and open parking, trialled in first “EV ready street” appeared first on The Driven.

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Tesla Gigacasting to make BEV production cheaper than gas by 2027

Teslarati

Battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) could become cheaper to produce than gas cars within the next few years, in part due to Tesla Gigacasting techniques, as one research firm suggests. In a press release shared on Thursday, research firm Gartner said it believes the upcoming generation of BEVs will be cheaper to produce on average than vehicles with internal combustion engines (ICEs) by 2027.

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

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Why electric car dreams are becoming an outer suburban reality

The Driven EV News

Claims electric cars only suit inner-city drivers have been overtaken by new data showing outer city suburbs are becoming EV hotspots. The post Why electric car dreams are becoming an outer suburban reality appeared first on The Driven.

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Tesla Cybertruck and Solar Roof come with this $12 million luxury estate

Teslarati

A luxury estate that’s currently under construction just outside of Lake Tahoe has gone to market, offering a Tesla Cybertruck with the purchase of the more than $12 million property. The mansion property is located in the Clear Creek Tahoe gated golf community in Carson City, Nevada, and is being sold by developer Whisper Homes. The development is listed for $12.75 million, and it not only includes a Cybertruck , but also a Tesla solar roof and a Powerwall battery system , according to a

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Californian ICE vehicle registrations down 30% from peak, thanks to EVs

The Driven EV News

The popularity of electric vehicles in California is taking sizeable chunks out of the ICE vehicle market. The post Californian ICE vehicle registrations down 30% from peak, thanks to EVs appeared first on The Driven.

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Kia EV9 Wins Two Big Awards

CleanTechnica EVs

The Kia EV9 is one of the hot new electric vehicles on the market these days. In the past two. [continued] The post Kia EV9 Wins Two Big Awards appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Less is more: new Freightliner MT50e offers cheaper battery, slower charging for 2024

Electrek

As other players in the electric commercial space push for ever-bigger batteries and faster charge timers, Freightliner is going the other way. It’s a bold move, and one that could pay off.

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Surprise, Surprise: Car Dealers Say Biden Moving To Fast On EVs — Dragging Their Feet Again

CleanTechnica EVs

Car dealers have been an issue for electric vehicle sales during this whole modern electric vehicle era. One of the. [continued] The post Surprise, Surprise: Car Dealers Say Biden Moving To Fast On EVs — Dragging Their Feet Again appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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

Brief

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Here's The Rivian R3 Driving Around Laguna Beach

InsideEVs

It appears to be a little smaller than a nearby Tesla Model Y, and it turns plenty of heads everywhere it goes.

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Electric Aircrafts Will Need Powerful Ports

CleanTechnica EVs

An NREL Study Shows That Grid Upgrades Are Needed for eVTOL Charging, But On-Site Generation and Storage Can Help Electric. [continued] The post Electric Aircrafts Will Need Powerful Ports appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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EV smart charging: Why give power back to the grid for a fraction of what you paid for it?

The Driven EV News

Regulators have a big opportunity in getting the tariffs right for EV smart charging, and to avoid gold plating the grid, again. Orchestration is key. The post EV smart charging: Why give power back to the grid for a fraction of what you paid for it? appeared first on The Driven.

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Been Waiting To Buy An EV? GM’s Price Reduction On The Blazer EV Is Your Chance

CleanTechnica EVs

General Motors (GM) has finally announced it is resuming sales of its Chevrolet Blazer EV. Software glitches prodded the company. [continued] The post Been Waiting To Buy An EV? GM’s Price Reduction On The Blazer EV Is Your Chance appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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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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Rivian electric SUV spotted in Sydney, as new “mass-market” models promised

The Driven EV News

A Rivian R1S electric SUV has been spotted on the back of a truck in Sydney as the US-based company flags upcoming "mass-market" models at half the current prices. The post Rivian electric SUV spotted in Sydney, as new “mass-market” models promised appeared first on The Driven.

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Countdown to the 2024 IEEE Annual Election

Cars That Think

On 1 May the IEEE Board of Directors is scheduled to announce the candidates to be placed on this year’s ballot for the annual election of officers—which begins on 15 August. The ballot includes IEEE president-elect candidates and other officer positions up for election. The Board of Directors has nominated IEEE Fellows S. K. Ramesh, Mary Ellen Randall, and John P.

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Comment on Nio starts hiring store managers for sub-brand in China by Kuba

CN EV Post

Nio lists 53 available positions for "New Strategic Business," with store managers and human resources specialists making up the bulk of the roles.

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Canadian Mounties to expand EV fleet after officers turn up early to secure Model Y

The Driven EV News

Instant acceleration, no dangerous exhaust fumes and no need for trips to petrol stations. Electric vehicles make perfect patrol cars for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. The post Canadian Mounties to expand EV fleet after officers turn up early to secure Model Y appeared first on The Driven.

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Comment on Nio starts hiring store managers for sub-brand in China by nov22

CN EV Post

Nio lists 53 available positions for "New Strategic Business," with store managers and human resources specialists making up the bulk of the roles.

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Is this the luxury bargain of 2024? Lexus LBX hybrid SUV is much cheaper than BMW X1 and Benz GLA

EV Central

Japanese luxury player Lexus has announced full pricing for its 2024 Lexus LBX ahead of its Australian launch on March 18 and revealed that its cheapest car in its line-up will be priced from $47,550 plus on-roads. Created to be the brand’s new entry-offering, the Lexus LBX slots into the range where the discontinued CT 200h used to live and is actually based on the much cheaper Toyota Yaris Cross ($28,000-$39,000).

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Seven new pole mounted EV chargers broaden options for electric drivers

The Driven EV News

More pole mounted chargers are being rolled out around New South Wales giving EV owners more ways to charge. But the charging rates are not cheap. The post Seven new pole mounted EV chargers broaden options for electric drivers appeared first on The Driven.

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The Tesla Cybertuck Has A Useless Rearview Mirror. Here's How To Remove It

InsideEVs

The video monitoring system is far more useful than the rearview mirror.

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Comment on Xpeng CEO asks execs to have 5,000 km of hands-on experience before flying cars go on sale by JHS

CN EV Post

Xpeng's CEO believes the low-altitude economy will begin to make inroads into people's lives next year and the year after that, and will see it grow larger and larger over the next 5 to 20 years.

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Nissan to commercialize autonomous-drive mobility services in Japan by 2027

Electric Cars Report

Japanese automaker Nissan revealed its roadmap to commercialize its inhouse-developed, autonomous-drive mobility services in Japan. This is a significant step towards the company’s long-term vision, Nissan Ambition 2030, to empower mobility by solving transportation service issues faced by local communities in Japan. Local communities have been facing several mobility challenges, such as driver shortages, which are […] The post Nissan to commercialize autonomous-drive mobility services in

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Comment on Nio begins deliveries of 2024 models by CsKgamers

CN EV Post

Deliveries of 2024 ES8, EC7, ES6, EC6 and ET5 Touring models began on March 8 in several cities in China.

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How to Choose the Right Vehicle for Your Fleet

Clean Fleet Report

Sorting Through the Transportation Options This article may contain affiliate links. In the complex logistical ballet of modern commerce, fleet vehicles serve as the lifeblood of countless enterprises, ranging from the acrobatics of urban delivery services to the steadfast endurance of long-haul transport. When choosing the vehicles that will represent your brand on the open road, it’s not merely a question of make and model; it’s an intricate tapestry of practicality, image, and the

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Comment on Li Auto CEO vows to fight back as negative comments threaten to derail Li Mega's prospect by nov22

CN EV Post

Li Auto CEO said the company will fight back against organized crimes, as Li Mega's design has been hit with an avalanche of negative comments over the past few days.

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BMW might continue selling ICE and electric M3s simultaneously

Baua Electric

By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 11 Mar 2024, 10:07 AM BMW M3 will continue to be available in fossil-fuel engine versions alongside an electric-only model. BMW M3 will continue to be available in fossil-fuel engine versions alongside an electric-only model. BMW is currently in the process of electrifying its entire passenger vehicle lineup in line with its zero-emission strategy.

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Comment on Huawei and BAIC's joint brand expected to unveil 1st model at Beijing auto show, report says by GustavoMan627

CN EV Post

BAIC is opening in Poland. Next Saturday I have booked a test drive. Beijjng 5. Even though we are looking for a bigger car, perhaps Beijing 7 or EV from China.

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Is Ford really coming back to India? What could be possible reasons

Baua Electric

Ford announced its exit from the Indian market back in 2021 owing to poor sales resulting in a loss of $2 billion here and eventually completed the exit process in 2022. It was one of the major blows for the country’s manufacturing sector as several other auto OEMs like Chevrolet, Datsun etc called it quit from India. Ford’s exit from India created quite a ruckus in the country’s automotive market as well as in the country’s business community.

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Comment on Li Auto CEO vows to fight back as negative comments threaten to derail Li Mega's prospect by ChrisGX

CN EV Post

In my view, the Li Auto Mega MPV is the only electric MPV from China that isn't a complete travesty from a design point of view. I hope that all future MPVs follow in its footsteps and improve on the basic idea.

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Mahindra Thar and Scorpio Classic SUVs get new Stealth Black colour

Baua Electric

By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 11 Mar 2024, 11:31 AM Mahindra Thar and Scorpio Classic SUVs have received a new exterior colour Stealth Black, which is possibly the renamed Napoli Black hue of the OEM. Mahindra Thar and Scorpio Classic SUVs have received a new exterior colour Stealth Black, which is possibly the renamed Napoli Black hue of the OEM. Mahindra & Mahindra has silently updated the Thar and Scorpio Classic’s colour palette by introducing a new exterior shade.

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Comment on Xpeng Aeroht's X2 flying car flies over Guangzhou's central city for 1st time by Lawrence

CN EV Post

The flight validated that Xpeng Aeroht's products can meet the demands of use in complex urban environments, the company said.

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Less is more: new Freightliner MT50e offers cheaper battery, slower charging for 2024

Baua Electric

As other players in the electric commercial space push for ever-bigger batteries and faster charge timers, Freightliner is going the other way. It’s a bold move, and one that could pay off. Freightliner parent company Daimler says customer input and data helped drive development of the new FCCC MT50e model unveiled at Work Truck Week. That data, combined with input from utility companies and charging manufacturers, led them to take what many might consider a step backwards.