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500 miles touted: EV platform for Dodge muscle cars, Jeep SUVs, more

Green Car Reports

Stellantis has reaffirmed a claim of 500 miles of range for its STLA dedicated EV platform, set to underpin several future cars, crossovers, and SUVs from the automaker. STLA Large is one of four dedicated EV platforms announced by Stellantis in 2021, along with STLA Small, Medium, and Frame versions. Stellantis was making the 500-mile range claim.

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The Case for Nuclear Cargo Ships

Cars That Think

The shipping industry has been trying to cut its carbon emissions for years, and with little to show for it. Nearly all of the world’s ship fleet still runs on diesel fuel, with about a quarter of new ships on order being built to run on somewhat lower-carbon alternatives like liquefied natural gas, methanol, or hybrid propulsion. The industry now faces serious pressure to pick up the pace.

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Hyundai Ioniq 6 deal, affordable Honda and Toyota EVs, Civic and Elantra hybrids: The Week in Reverse

Green Car Reports

How can you claim up to $7,500 off some new Tesla models at the time of purchase? Which automaker announced plans to embrace the Tesla charge connector and reignite an offbeat kind of internal combustion engine, all in the same week? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending. The.

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25% Of New Vehicle Sales Plugin Sales In Germany In 2023!

CleanTechnica EVs

30% plugin vehicle share in December! The German plugin market experienced a somewhat chaotic year in 2023, all due to. [continued] The post 25% Of New Vehicle Sales Plugin Sales In Germany In 2023! 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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Tesla’s LA Supercharger with diner and drive-in coming along quickly

Teslarati

New photos show that Tesla is making quick construction on a highly anticipated Supercharger station in California, which is set to feature a 1950s-style diner and a drive-in movie theater. After progress on Tesla’s Santa Monica Boulevard Supercharger was shown in aerial footage earlier this month, new photos just weeks later highlight the speed at which construction is taking place.

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Canoo Delivers First Of 9300 Electric Vans To Kingbee

CleanTechnica EVs

Canoo has begun delivering the first LDV 130 electric delivery vans to Kingbee, a national supplier of work vans to industry. The post Canoo Delivers First Of 9300 Electric Vans To Kingbee appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Meet the tank chair: A chair that is also an electric tank

Electrek

When I first coined the Awesomely Weird Alibaba Electric Vehicle of the Week column nearly three years ago, this was precisely the type of thing I had in mind. Searching for all of the coolest and wildest electric vehicles from China’s largest online shopping site has finally landed me on the one I think I want the most right now: a chair that also happens to be an electric tank.

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Tesla is now offering demo drives for the upgraded Model 3

Teslarati

Tesla has begun offering limited demo drives in North America for its upgraded Model 3 “Highland,” after the redesigned vehicle officially launched in the region earlier this month. The refreshed 2024 Model 3 can now be seen on Tesla’s demo drive web page , though it only seems to be available in select locations. While typing in locations across California, Oregon, Washington, and Nevada yields results showing the nearest place to test drive the new Model 3, typing in zip code

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Florida woman uses electric bike to hunt 15-foot snakes in the Everglades

Electrek

Electric bikes have long been popular for hunters due to their ability to reach hard-to-access areas quickly and quietly. But now we’re seeing a rather unique use of e-bikes as a hunting tool: to help take down invasive pythons in the Everglades.

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Ford reduces F-150 Lightning production to boost gas vehicle output

Teslarati

Ford is shifting its production strategy toward two gas vehicles, with the automaker this week reiterating plans to reduce production of its F-150 Lightning electric pickup. Last month, Ford initially announced its plans to cut F-150 Lightning production by around half. In a press release shared on Friday, Ford has announced that 1,400 workers will be impacted by the decision, set to go into effect on April 1.

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

Brief

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Quick Charge Podcast: January 20, 2024

Electrek

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.

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Help States Tackle Transportation Emissions & You Might Drive Away in a Luxury EV

CleanTechnica EVs

By Climate XChange The post Help States Tackle Transportation Emissions & You Might Drive Away in a Luxury EV appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Ford reduces F-150 Lightning production, adds jobs at Bronco and Ranger plant

Electric Cars Report

Ford Motor Company announced plans to create nearly 900 new jobs as part of a new third crew at Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne to meet demand for the popular Bronco and Bronco Raptor and the all-new Ranger and Ranger Raptor. The company is moving nimbly across its global footprint to capitalize on its balanced […] The post Ford reduces F-150 Lightning production, adds jobs at Bronco and Ranger plant appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Tiago to Nexon EV: All Tata cars to be pricier this much from February 1

Baua Electric

By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 21 Jan 2024, 11:34 AM Tata Motors has announced a 0.7 per cent price hike for all of its passenger vehicles, effective from 1st February 2024. Tata Motors has announced a 0.7 per cent price hike for all of its passenger vehicles, effective from 1st February 2024. Tata Motors on Sunday announced that it will increase prices of its entire passenger vehicle portfolio by 0.7 per cent on an average from 1st February 2024.

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ExxonMobil announces 6th oil discovery offshore Guyana with Ranger-1; Guyana may move from non-producer to regional powerhouse

Oil

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Calling All Gasoline Super Users: Switch To EVs & Save $$

CleanTechnica EVs

What will it take to cut vehicle emissions more quickly, efficiently, and equitably? Could it be to prioritize the light. [continued] The post Calling All Gasoline Super Users: Switch To EVs & Save $$ appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Florida woman uses electric bike to hunt 15-foot snakes in the Everglades

Baua Electric

Electric bikes have long been popular for hunters due to their ability to reach hard-to-access areas quickly and quietly. But now we’re seeing a rather unique use of e-bikes as a hunting tool: to help take down invasive pythons in the Everglades. Electric bicycles have proven popular in Florida, with its year-round riding weather and high humidity that can make longer pedal-powered rides arduous.

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How This Guy Got Tesla Charging Right In -31 Degree Winter Weather

InsideEVs

Three successful charging attempts at 3 different types of fast chargers.

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Hyundai Ioniq 6 deal, affordable Honda and Toyota EVs, Civic and Elantra hybrids: The Week in Reverse

Baua Electric

How can you claim up to $7,500 off some new Tesla models at the time of purchase? Which automaker announced plans to embrace the Tesla charge connector and reignite an offbeat kind of internal combustion engine, all in the same week? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending. The 2024 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid gets a price hike—and more of a price bump versus non-hybrid Elantra models, although the Elantra Hybrid does now get the larger 10.3-in

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Comment on Tesla importing cell parts from China to expand 4680 battery capacity, report says by xmrawesomex

CN EV Post

Tesla began purchasing cathode coils from two second-tier Chinese battery makers in the second half of 2023 and shipping them to its Texas factory in the US to produce 4680 batteries, according to local media.

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500 miles touted: EV platform for Dodge muscle cars, Jeep SUVs, more

Baua Electric

Stellantis has reaffirmed a claim of 500 miles of range for its STLA dedicated EV platform, set to underpin several future cars, crossovers, and SUVs from the automaker. STLA Large is one of four dedicated EV platforms announced by Stellantis in 2021, along with STLA Small, Medium, and Frame versions. Stellantis was making the 500-mile range claim then as well.

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Debunking the Myth EVs are a Scam

Electric Driver

Like many things these days, electric cars have become a polarizing topic and the subject of much online hate. Indeed, the vitriol and visceral hatred exhibited against EVs border on the fanatical unseen in reaction against any other products. Detractors regularly describe EVs as scams (environmental, financial, and otherwise), glorified toys/golf carts, unworkable/dangerous products, unsustainable […] The post Debunking the Myth EVs are a Scam appeared first on Electric Driver.

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Hybrids vs EVs: where should government put its money

Baua Electric

By: Srinjoy Bal | Updated on: 21 Jan 2024, 12:05 PM In a recent letter to the government, Tata Motors has opposed the further tax cuts on hybrids. Meanwhile, Toyota and Maruti Suzuki are of the view for more tax cuts on hybrids. --> In a recent letter to the government, Tata Motors has opposed the further tax cuts on hybrids. Meanwhile, Toyota and Maruti Suzuki are of the view for … In a recent letter to the government, Tata Motors has opposed the further tax cuts on hybrids.

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Road Test: 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T Plus Plug-In Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

Italian Under the Skin Scratch the surface of the 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T and you will find the Alfa Romeo Tonale, with Dodge and Alfa Romeo two of 16 Stellantis automobile brands sold throughout the world. The Tonale’s Italian flair and DNA have not been lost on the sibling Hornet as it carries much of the look and feel, but with the Dodge badge that is familiar to Americans.

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Ambur’s Next Major Development – Chennai-Bengaluru Highway (NH 44), Underway and Set for an Imminent Launch

Baua Electric

Ambur, a town in Tirupattur district, is undergoing a transformative journey towards becoming a burgeoning mega city, with several key developments poised to elevate its status on both economic and infrastructural fronts. One of the pivotal projects that signify this metamorphosis is the ongoing construction of an elevated corridor along the Chennai-Bengaluru Highway (NH 44). The corridor valued at a cost of Rs. 135 crore spans at a l

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Comment on BYD's Thai distributor to triple store count in 2 years by DORAMAS

CN EV Post

@Randy Smith In reply to Randy Smith. It didnt even take a year for Thailand to realize that. Fantastic numbers. More of southeast asia will sail this way.

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Kazakhstan can meet India’s demands for rare-earths – ET Auto

Baua Electric

Representative image. Kazakhstan has 15 rare earth deposits , strategically important components of electronics and clean energy technology, and eyes for closer cooperation with international partners in harnessing the ample opportunities for these deposits, according to Chairman of the National Geological Service Yerlan Galiyev. This can meet India’s growing demands for rare earth deposits from a source which is situated closer home.

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Addressing Objections Against Electric Vehicles

Electric Driver

Like many things these days, electric cars have become a polarizing topic and the subject of much online hate. Indeed, the vitriol and visceral hatred exhibited against EVs border on the fanatical unseen in reaction against any other products. Detractors regularly describe EVs as scams (environmental, financial, and otherwise), glorified toys/golf carts, unworkable/dangerous products, unsustainable […] The post Addressing Objections Against Electric Vehicles appeared first on Electric Driv

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Quick Charge Podcast: January 20, 2024

Baua Electric

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded Monday through Thursday and again on Saturday. Subscribe to our podcast in Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as soon as they’re available.

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Optimistic EVs – the cure for range anxiety | Opinion

EV Central

According to a very accurate and credible site on the internet, I have an IQ of 161, just slightly higher than Conan O’Brien and Albert Einstein. I also found a Hot or Not site that allowed me to define myself as “Hot” by clicking on a photoshopped picture of myself a million times. Considering all this, I should know better than to fall into a state of what I call over-excited ignorance when I see something on a screen, and yet every time I get into a freshly charged EV and the dash display tel

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SAIL directors suspended after Lokpal concludes discrepancies in commercial deals – ET Auto

Baua Electric

A Lokpal order from earlier this month found discrepancies in SAIL’s dealings with Venkatesh Infra Projects, and Avon Steel Industries. Two directors and multiple executive director level officers of Steel Authority of India Limited ( SAIL ) were suspended after the Lokpal concluded there were discrepancies in commercial dealings at the public sector undertaking (PSU).

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Tata Punch to bring in 25,000 to 3,000 units more EV sales | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Tata Motors, the country’s largest electric car maker is likely to get an incremental sale of about 25,000 to 30,000 units from its newly launched Punch EV in the coming year. Shailesh Chandra, MD of Tata Passenger Electric Mobility told Autocar Professional that the electric vehicles account for 18-20% of the company’s total sales and that with the Punch EV the penetration level for EVs will be quite similar.

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Vespa launches Dragon collector’s edition to commemorate Lunar Year | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Vespa 946 has launched its limited edition Dragon design to commemorate the launch of and pay homage to the Lunar New Year. Vespa brings its distinctive Italian edge on the road, harnessing the power of the dragon, a mythological creature that holds unparalleled force and is regarded as an omen of prosperity, with a dedicated Lunar New Year celebration event in Hong Kong on January 24.

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Tata Punch to bring in 25,000 to 30,000 units more EV sales | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Tata Motors, the country’s largest electric car maker is likely to get an incremental sale of about 25,000 to 30,000 units from its newly launched Punch EV in the coming year. Shailesh Chandra, MD of Tata Passenger Electric Mobility told Autocar Professional that the electric vehicles account for 18-20% of the company’s total sales and that with the Punch EV the penetration level for EVs will be quite similar.

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ACHEMA and the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce Announce a Session on Navigating Industrial Growth and Sustainable Development in Process Industries

Baua Electric

On behalf of ACHEMA , the world forum and leading show for the process industries, The Indo-German Chamber of Commerce extends a special invitation to industry professionals, decision-makers, and enthusiasts to attend the thought-provoking session – “ ACHEMA 2024: Catalysts of Change – Navigating Industrial Growth and Sustainable Development ” in Mumbai, India.