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2025 Mercedes GLC 350e PHEV brings fast charging, long electric range

Green Car Reports

A new plug-in hybrid version of the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class crossover SUV is coming to the U.S. for the 2025 model year, the company confirmed this past week. Called the GLC 350e, the plug-in hybrid is scheduled to reach showrooms in the second half of the year, with pricing to be announced closer to that time. It's based on the current-generation.

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EV uptake in Sydney’s outer western suburbs has jumped nearly 50 pct in six months

The Driven EV News

New data shows huge spike in the uptake of EVs in Sydney's outer western suburbs, with some growing a staggering 72 per cent. The post EV uptake in Sydney’s outer western suburbs has jumped nearly 50 pct in six months appeared first on The Driven.

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Jeep sidesteps EVs with ICE off-road concepts, points to PHEVs

Green Car Reports

At its annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, Stellantis’ Jeep brand has presented four new concept off-roaders. And this year, unlike other recent years, all of them were gasoline-fueled. Among them, the lone plug-in concept among them was the Jeep Wrangler 4xe Willys Dispatcher plug-in hybrid concept that, according to the brand.

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Lower Priced Tesla “Model 2” Production To Begin In 2025

CleanTechnica EVs

Autocar claims the Tesla Model 2 is well along and will enter production next year. Are the rumors true this time? The post Lower Priced Tesla “Model 2” Production To Begin In 2025 appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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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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The $10,000 BYD Seagull EV is scaring the U.S. auto industry

Teslarati

China is the world’s largest automotive market, and understandably so, an important one for electric vehicle (EV) makers like Tesla. Although competitive Chinese automaker BYD isn’t yet slated to enter the U.S. market, the company’s recent release of a city EV with a price tag under $10,000 has some worried for when it and other low-cost companies do.

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Tesla Cybertruck’s Real-World Towing Capabilities Are Getting Really Good Tests

CleanTechnica EVs

From different experiments I’ve seen on X/Twitter and YouTube, it’s pretty clear that the Cybertruck has decent range and charging speeds. It’s also going to get even better when more 800-volt stations open to it. But one thing I hadn’t come across yet were Cybertruck towing tests. Like most EVs, [continued] The post Tesla Cybertruck’s Real-World Towing Capabilities Are Getting Really Good Tests appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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How professional thieves stole $1 million worth of unreleased e-bikes in seven minutes

Electrek

When my high-end electric bike was stolen last year , the intense combination of feelings ranging from violation to anger was hard to describe. But that is nothing compared to what one innovative electric bike maker is going through after $1M worth of unreleased new e-bikes was stolen in one fell swoop.

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Tesla Model Y ads surface on Facebook

Teslarati

Tesla has started advertising on Facebook to promote the Model Y electric crossover, a notable shift for the company. Tesla’s Model Y Facebook ad showcased the electric crossover’s price and free Supercharging miles. The Tesla Model Y currently starts at $36,490 after federal tax credits from the Inflation Reduction Act. The company also offers up to 5,000 free Supercharger miles with every new Model Y purchase.

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Where Is Tesla Stock Actually Headed?

CleanTechnica EVs

This is a very tricky and emotional topic. The biggest stock story of the past decade was surely the Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) story. It was a matter of dreamers vs. skeptics, with both sides putting in billions of dollars for long periods of time. The dreamers won. The huge shift was. [continued] The post Where Is Tesla Stock Actually Headed? appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla Asia’s latest ad features Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen

Teslarati

Tesla has been boosting its advertising and public education efforts over the last several months, with many executives and employees discussing the company’s electric vehicles (EVs) and other products more publicly and regularly. In one video shared on social media over the weekend, the company’s head of design discussed futuristic aesthetics for the company’s vehicles, along with a call to action for other automakers and more.

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

Brief

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EV Charging Has Changed A LOT in The Last 5–7 Years

CleanTechnica EVs

Looking through some old photos recently, I came across the one at the top of this article. The occasion? The opening of Electrify America’s station in El Paso. This was back in 2019, and it was the first non-Tesla EV charging station in the whole region. When I bought the. [continued] The post EV Charging Has Changed A LOT in The Last 5–7 Years appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Upgraded Tesla Model 3 estimated delivery dates updated in US

Teslarati

It appears that Tesla is seeing a notable number of orders for the upgraded Model 3 sedan. This was hinted at in the vehicle’s estimated delivery dates, which were reflected in the company’s official order page. The upgraded Tesla Model 3 has been available for order in China since last year, but the vehicle was only formally launched in the United States this January.

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What Will Our Future EV World Look Like?

CleanTechnica EVs

EV sales will grow at least four-fold by 2030 and make up between 62% and 86% of global car sales in 2030. In fact, EV sales could overtake ICE sales as early as 2026. While many pundits bemoan the current state of electric vehicles (EVs), others are imagining what the. [continued] The post What Will Our Future EV World Look Like? appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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You Could Get A New Chevy Bolt For $8,000 In California

InsideEVs

That is, if you can find one. Bolt EV and EUV supplies are dwindling fast, but California incentives make them better than ever.

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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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Surf Air Mobility Enters Agreement to Supply Electric Powertrains to Tanzanian Cessna Caravan Operator Auric Air

CleanTechnica EVs

Surf Air Mobility Inc. (NYSE: SRFM) (“Surf Air Mobility”, “Surf Air”), a leading regional air mobility platform, has entered into a memorandum of understanding with Auric Air Services Ltd. (“Auric Air”), a Tanzania-based regional air operator flying both scheduled and charter service across East Africa, to upgrade up to 12. [continued] The post Surf Air Mobility Enters Agreement to Supply Electric Powertrains to Tanzanian Cessna Caravan Operator Auric Air appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Non-bike bike gear reviewed: Linka Lasso smartphone-controlled chain lock

Electrek

I’d like to think that the only thing I need to live a car-free life is my bike and my enthusiasm. But it’s the extra gear that helps me stay as two-wheeled as possible. In this regular column, I take a deep dive into some of the coolest and most interesting gadgets and pieces of kit that make it possible to swap a car for an e-bike on a daily basis.

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“Prosperity at stake:” EU needs Marshall Plan to survive “onslaught” of China EVs

The Driven EV News

Renault CEO Luca de Meo says Europe car makers under threat from the rapid rise of EV manufacturing in China, and bold and rapid action is needed to stand any chance of surviving. The post “Prosperity at stake:” EU needs Marshall Plan to survive “onslaught” of China EVs appeared first on The Driven.

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ACT Now: How the Advanced Clean Trucks Rule Will Impact The Electric Grid & Fleets

CleanTechnica EVs

Annually, trucks in the United States move 10 billion tons of goods over 300 billion miles. This travel emits more than 400 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalent — 23 percent of the US transportation sector’s carbon footprint. With this sizeable contribution to emissions, electrifying medium-duty and heavy-duty vehicles will. [continued] The post ACT Now: How the Advanced Clean Trucks Rule Will Impact The Electric Grid & Fleets appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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MG’s Cyberster electric convertible spotted up close in Sydney

The Driven EV News

MG's two-door electric convertible has been spotted testing in Sydney with close up shots seen for the first time. The post MG’s Cyberster electric convertible spotted up close in Sydney appeared first on The Driven.

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Will it be a Hossan or Ninda? Honda dumps GM, plans new family of affordable electric cars with Nissan

EV Central

Nissan and Honda have co-signed a historic deal that will see the two major Japanese car-makers join forces to fast-track a new family of EVs that will be sold globally. The new alliance, dubbed a ‘strategic partnership in the fields of vehicle electrification and intelligence mobility’, will see both Honda and Nissan develop both core components for EVs as well as all-new automotive software platforms.

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Comment on Nio Firefly: New spy shots show more details by Augustus Meyer

CN EV Post

Too late. Thus, it will have to compete with other low-cost brands, also offering swaps. Great move, Mr. Li(e). Almost impossible, to top this incompetent marketing team. Payed with my money, a frustrated log-term investor. Who liked NIOs tech; not recognizing the totally inept top team, unfortunately. How many shares did Mr. Li(e) buy with his own money, to show confidence in NIO ?

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Why the “weakening” of US car pollution standards should not impact Australia

The Driven EV News

Auto industry analyst says changes to US car pollution regulations have been driven by carmakers, unions and the fossil fuel industry. In Australia, the EVC says the government should hold course. The post Why the “weakening” of US car pollution standards should not impact Australia appeared first on The Driven.

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Cybertruck Wholesale Prices Are Dropping Pretty Quickly

InsideEVs

Within one week, one wholesaler saw prices drop of the truck $4,000.

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Video: Armoured BMW i7 Protection Will Stop Bullets and Explosives

Electric Cars Report

BMW has been setting standards in the development and production of special protection vehicles that combine the driving experience typical of the brand with the highest safety standards for more than four decades. Professional drivers need special knowledge and skills in order to be able to exploit the full potential of these armoured vehicles, which […] The post Video: Armoured BMW i7 Protection Will Stop Bullets and Explosives appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Comment on Nio ES7 wait time gets slightly shorter by Augustus Meyer

CN EV Post

The ES7 is the third most expensive of Nio's models currently in delivery, with a starting price of RMB 438,000.

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Performance version of ID.Buzz, the electric Kombi Transporter, on its way

The Driven EV News

Just days after VW took the wraps off the GTX variants for its ID.3 family car and ID.7 fastback saloon, the company has unveiled the performance version of its ID. Buzz. The post Performance version of ID.Buzz, the electric Kombi Transporter, on its way appeared first on The Driven.

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Jeep sidesteps EVs with ICE off-road concepts, points to PHEVs

Baua Electric

At its annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, Stellantis’ Jeep brand has presented four new concept off-roaders. And this year, unlike other recent years, all of them were gasoline-fueled. Among them, the lone plug-in concept among them was the Jeep Wrangler 4xe Willys Dispatcher plug-in hybrid concept that, according to the brand, provides “a mix of where the Jeep brand’s been and where it’s going.

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Road Test: 2024 Subaru Solterra Touring EV

Clean Fleet Report

The Earth-Friendly Off-Road Subaru The 2024 all-electric Subaru Solterra, introduced in 2023, has received upgrades to its charging speed and charging efficiency in cold and hot temperatures as well as driving range (for the lowest trim level due to its smaller tires), In a very hot EV market, improvements each model year are crucial to staying competitive.

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Drone co IdeaForge to enter new segment – ET Auto

Baua Electric

The US had banned China-made UAVs in 2020 due to security concerns. Many other countries, including India, share the same. New Delhi: Indian drone major IdeaForge is now going to enter “ logistics at scale” by developing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) that can carry payloads of up to 100 kg to a distance of 100 km. This, the company’s co-founder & CEO Ankit Mehta says, could “potentially its foot in the door for developing urban air mobility solutions.

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Royal Enfield breaking stereotypes and inspiring others | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Walking through the bustling and sparkling clean corridors of Royal Enfield’s Oragadam plant, one encounters over 520 women, each playing an indispensable role in the daily operations. Their dedication is matched by their expertise, driving efficiency and excellence in every task they undertake. For instance, the new Bullet assembly line has about 44 stations where it takes about 72.32 minutes from VIN punching to vehicle roll-out.

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Lamborghini Urus PHEV & Huracan replacement launch timeline confirmed

Baua Electric

By: Paarth Khatri | Updated on: 25 Mar 2024, 11:04 AM Lamborghini will launch the replacement of Huracan later this year in the market. The Urus is also expected to get a new update which will also make its debut in 2024. --> Lamborghini will launch the replacement of Huracan later this year in the market. The Urus is also expected to get a new update which will also make i … Lamborghini will launch the replacement of Huracan later this year in the market.

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Einride opens 65-plug heavy-duty EV charging site near California ports – Charged EVs

Baua Electric

Freight mobility company Einride has opened a charging hub for heavy-duty EVs in Lynwood, California. Einride’s Smartcharger Station has 65 chargers, and can charge up to 200 vehicles a day. The site was built in collaboration with charging infrastructure developer Voltera. The charging station, which is strategically located near the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach along I-710, currently serves Einride’s connected electric fleets, including routes for global shipping giant A.P.

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Volkswagen quits Australian auto industry lobby over emissions standards – Charged EVs

Baua Electric

As regular Charged readers know, when it comes to EVs, legacy automakers tend to follow two tracks—while preparing for the transition, and telling the media about how committed they are to electrification, they simultaneously participate in trade groups that actively lobby against emissions standards and other pro-EV regulations. Volkswagen Australia has broken with this trend—the business unit has distanced itself from the policies of Australia’s auto industry trade group, the Federal Chamber o

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Consumers look beyond white, want more colours in cars | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Consumers are opting for a pop of colour when purchasing cars, as seen in the declining trend of white coloured cars, as per data by Jato Analytics, which could be attributed to the emergence of a younger demographic, and increasing purchasing power, coupled with a wider range of colour options. According to data from Jato Dynamics, non-white cars sold in the calendar year 2023, accounted for 60.8%, up from 59.5% in CY22, versus 56.1% in CY21.

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