Green Car Reports
JULY 23, 2024
GM's Orion Assembly Plant won't build electric trucks until mid-2026, now Buick's EV timeline just became TBD The Cruise self-driving robotaxi will no longer use the Origin purpose-built platform General Motors is again delaying a planned ramp-up of electric pickup trucks, as well as the first Buick EV for the U.S., reports Bloomberg (via.
CleanTechnica EVs
JULY 23, 2024
A million-mile EV battery is one step closer to your new electric car, and Mercedes-Benz is among the automakers ready to pounce on it. The post Million-Mile EV Battery Bet Pays Off For Mercedes-Benz appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Green Car Reports
JULY 23, 2024
Stellantis patented a deployable diffuser that doubles as a bed step The diffuser would aid efficiency while also enable easier bed access Active aero and bed steps aren't new, but combining the two would be a first Ram may be looking to turn the humble bed step into an active aerodynamic feature that could help boost range of its future electric.
Electrek
JULY 23, 2024
Jeep plans to launch the electric Gladiator we’ve been waiting for. Although it won’t hit the market for another few years, Jeep hopes the Gladiator EV can fend off top-selling rivals like Rivian’s R1S and R1T and Tesla’s Cybertruck. Here’s what to expect from the electric Jeep pickup.
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CleanTechnica EVs
JULY 23, 2024
As climate change exacerbates natural disasters, it is good to see electric vehicle owners stepping into the breach to provide backup power in an emergency. We have read about EVs “keeping the lights on,” and even powering a dialysis machine, but can we use them effectively and regularly to support. [continued] The post Vehicle to Grid: Changes Down Under Ease Uptake appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Driven EV News
JULY 23, 2024
Australian company says the first locally made electric hydrofoil boat will revolutionise the way people view boating. The post First Australian-made electric hydrofoil boat unveiled to “revolutionise boating” appeared first on The Driven.
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CleanTechnica EVs
JULY 23, 2024
We cover quite a lot of developments in the EV space across Africa. One of my favorite things about this is following up on the progress of some of the companies that are active in the nascent electric mobility industry across the continent’s various regions. One segment that is set. [continued] The post BasiGo’s Impressive Progress With Electric Buses In Kenya Illustrates The Incredible Opportunity To Tackle Africa’s Transport Challenges appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
JULY 23, 2024
Tesla has confirmed a new date for the unveiling of its upcoming Robotaxi, a dedicated self-driving vehicle. It is now planned for October 10th and CEO Elon Musk is hinting at potential ‘one more thing’ at the event.
CleanTechnica EVs
JULY 23, 2024
Autotrader did a survey in South Africa a while ago to find out how much South Africans were willing to pay to buy an EV. The survey results show that 64% of respondents stated that they would purchase an electric vehicle within the next 5 years. 72% of consumers are. [continued] The post The Dayun Yuehu S5 Mini SUV Becomes The Lowest Priced EV In South Africa appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
JULY 23, 2024
Robotics and AI specialist Vayu has unveiled a new delivery robot called the One today, which was designed to autonomously navigate stores and streets at speeds up to 20 mph. The company also secured its first order for a massive amount of robots to put into commercial operations.
CleanTechnica EVs
JULY 23, 2024
There’s a scene in the movie Dumb and Dumber, where Lloyd drives the dog van the wrong way for hundreds of miles. Then, in desperation, he trades the car for a moped that the pair must then use to get to Aspen, Colorado. “You know, Lloyd, just when I think. [continued] The post Marjorie Greene Says The Dumbest Thing I Think I’ve Ever Heard About EVs appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
JULY 23, 2024
Elon Musk says that he would be ‘surprised’ if Tesla doesn’t have “unsupervised” self-driving next year. Though, like most of Musk’s self-driving timeline, you should probably ignore.
Green Car Reports
JULY 23, 2024
The enthusiast-oriented Rivian R3X will launch before the mainstream R3 No timeline has been given for when the R3X or R3 will arrive The Rivian R2 will go into production in 2026 and serve as the basis for the R3 The Rivian R3X electric hatchback will arrive before the base R3, Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe said in an interview with The Verge this week.
Electrek
JULY 23, 2024
Can Volkswagen double its US market share by 2030? That’s the plan. VW will lean on new EVs, including a Scout-branded electric pickup and SUV, and its new Rivian partnership to charge up sales.
Green Car Reports
JULY 23, 2024
Stellantis patented a deployable diffuser that doubles as a bed step The diffuser would aid efficiency while also enabling easier bed access Active aero and bed steps aren't new, but combining the two would be a first Ram may be looking to turn the humble bed step into an active aerodynamic feature that could help boost range of its future.
Electrek
JULY 23, 2024
The Gemini Solar + Storage project in Nevada – the US’s largest co-located solar + battery energy storage system – is now operational.
CleanTechnica EVs
JULY 23, 2024
Rivian customers on the pre-order list for the new R2 electric SUV can look forward to more renewable energy for their zero emission ride. The post Have Some Renewable Energy With Your Rivian R2 Pre-Order appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
JULY 23, 2024
Tesla has released an encouraging update on the development of its 4680 battery cells, which it was reportedly close to giving up on.
InsideEVs
JULY 23, 2024
There are over 10,000 fast-charging stations across the country, with 700 new locations added just in the second quarter.
Electrek
JULY 23, 2024
It wasn’t too long ago that Rivian and Ford were expected to build EVs together. Then, Rivian and Mercedes-Benz announced plans to produce electric vans. Although both fell through long ago, Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe recently spilled the tea on why the tie-ups really failed.
The Driven EV News
JULY 23, 2024
Elon Musk concedes discounts by rival EV makers is taking toll on profits, and promises a "more affordable" EV in early 2025 - but its main focus is on autonomy, and most growth will come from energy storage. The post Elon Musk promises “more affordable” EV as rival discounts take toll on Tesla profits appeared first on The Driven.
Electrek
JULY 23, 2024
Tesla has reiterated its plans to build cheaper electric vehicles, but you shouldn’t expect the previously announced $25,000 electric car.
Teslarati
JULY 23, 2024
Luxury electric vehicle maker Lucid Motors has released a short video of its first Gravity SUV pre-production unit in its Casa Grande, AZ factory. As per the company’s chief executive, the first pre-production Gravity is a significant milestone for the company and its efforts to bring its next vehicle to market. Lucid CEO and CTO Peter Rawlinson shared a short clip of the Lucid Gravity pre-production unit on his LinkedIn page.
Electrek
JULY 23, 2024
In this exciting, extra-long episode of Quick Charge , Zeem Solutions’ CEO Paul Gioupis stops by to explain how a managed “fleet as a service” solution helps take the uncertainty out of electrifying a commercial vehicle fleet while I talk up the new Cadillac Sollei and Hyundai plans some big updates for its IONIQ 6 (yes, already).
InsideEVs
JULY 23, 2024
The autonomous pod didn’t have a steering wheel or pedals, which led to “regulatory uncertainty.” But what will replace it?
Electrek
JULY 23, 2024
Kodiak Robotics is touting its latest milestone in fully autonomous commercial vehicles today after completing a driverless truck delivery to partner and customer Atlas Energy Solutions in Texas. The delivery marks a key step in beginning commercialized autonomous operations as early as next year.
Green Fleet Magazine
JULY 23, 2024
Automatically collecting richer, more accurate data from tires yields insights that reduce costs and improve safety. How does smart tire technology return an ROI for fleets without big tire budgets?
Electrek
JULY 23, 2024
Mere days after Xiaomi Automobile debuted a new tri-motor prototype version of its flagship SU7 EV , its CEO confirmed it will transition into a production version called the SU7 Ultra that maintains nearly all the same components. Before then, however, the 1,548hp BEV will chase some world records at a world-famous track.
The Driven EV News
JULY 23, 2024
BYD's best-selling EV spotted with major upgrades to the upcoming 2025 model. The post BYD plans major upgrade of Seal electric sedan, with first test vehicle spotted on the road appeared first on The Driven.
InsideEVs
JULY 23, 2024
GM CEO Mary Barra said customers won’t spot the differences. But it's key to reducing EV costs, just like Rivian and others are doing.
Electrek
JULY 23, 2024
Hyundai’s electric fastback is already due for a refresh. The new Hyundai IONIQ 6 upgrade will feature a design overhaul (inside and out), faster charging, and even more range. Check out the video below for a sneak peek at the changes.
The Truth About Cars
JULY 23, 2024
Amongst the blink-and-you’ll-miss-it changes to the Honda Odyssey minivan for the 2025 model year include the same vertical reflectors used on the second-generation Acura NSX supercar, a detail which proves someone in the purchasing department bought too many of the things when the NSX was in production. Beyond that notable pub trivia detail, the ’25 has its front and rear fascias reshaped, while also donning a new grille.
CleanTechnica EVs
JULY 23, 2024
Cumulative new battery production in North America announced up to January 2021 totaled 120 GWh. Following the passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) that supports the development of a domestic supply chain for EVs, announcements for new battery capacity accelerated. By mid-2024, cumulative. [continued] The post The Pace of North American Battery Cell Production Announcements Has Accelerated Since 2021 appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Truth About Cars
JULY 23, 2024
Last year, BMW walked back its decision to offer subscriptions for heated seats. This came after numerous automakers had started considering the financial benefits of placing hardware already equipped to the vehicle behind recurring paywalls. While just about every brand was testing the waters of subscription-based features, German nameplates were the most aggressive and therefore caught the most backlash.
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