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Next-gen batteries may benefit plug-in hybrids as much as EVs

Green Car Reports

Plug-in hybrids with twice as much range are about to become the hot new thing. You can thank the California government and automakers’ lobbying efforts, in part, for delaying the all-electric transition. In interviews at the 2024 New York auto show, two executives familiar with their brands’ future products independently told Green.

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New Texas Fuel Cell Gigafactory Pours More Cold Water On Clean Power Foes

CleanTechnica EVs

If all goes according to plan, by 2027 Ballard Power Systems will be operating its new fuel cell factory in Texas at the 3-gigawatts level. The post New Texas Fuel Cell Gigafactory Pours More Cold Water On Clean Power Foes appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Next pickup for Nissan and Mitsubishi may get PHEV, EV versions

Green Car Reports

The next-generation Nissan Frontier midsize pickup truck may get EV and plug-in hybrid variants, the latter using Mitsubishi tech, Automotive News reports. Nissan and Mitsubishi have been corporate allies since 2016, and the current-generation Nissan Rogue and Mitsubishi Outlander crossovers use a common platform. But the two brands are looking at.

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1 In 4 EVs Sold In Europe This Year Will Be Made In China

CleanTechnica EVs

Analysis In the short run, tariffs can help EU carmakers — but they need to ramp up electrification to survive. Almost a fifth (19.5%) of electric vehicles sold in Europe last year were made in China and this is on track to reach a quarter (25%) in 2024, according to new. [continued] The post 1 In 4 EVs Sold In Europe This Year Will Be Made In China appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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

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After chiding Ford for US CATL battery plan, GM may be seeking its own

Green Car Reports

General Motors is negotiating a U.S. battery-supply deal with China's CATL, Car News China reports. GM already works closely with CATL, but that relationship is limited to the China market. The deal reportedly being discussed would bring that partnership to North America in the form of a joint battery plant located in either the U.S. or Mexico.

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Ford Mustang Mach-E price cuts are proving affordable EVs are in demand

Electrek

Ford is moving inventory after slashing prices by up to $8,100 on its best-selling electric SUV, the Mustang Mach-E , last month. A recent Cloud Theory report reveals that the price cuts are working as buyers look for more affordable EVs.

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60% Of EVs Are Expected To Be In Suburban Areas In 2030

CleanTechnica EVs

Sixty percent of the 33 million EVs expected by 2030 are projected to be in suburban areas, according to a report from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Of the remainder, 20% will be in rural locations and another 20% in urban areas. The charging network needs for EVs are different. [continued] The post 60% Of EVs Are Expected To Be In Suburban Areas In 2030 appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla Model 3 ‘Ludicrous’ spotted at rumored event in California

Teslarati

A batch of the forthcoming Tesla Model 3 Performance seems to have been spotted at a showroom in California, where some sources say the automaker is holding a private event for the yet-to-be-unveiled variant. In a series of photos posted on Monday, the highly-anticipated Model 3 Performance, dubbed “Ludicrous,” can be seen both covered and uncovered at what appears to be Tesla’s showroom in Malibu, California.

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Researchers Propose Non-Aqueous Manganese Metal Batteries

CleanTechnica EVs

Researchers in China say they have found a way to make manganese ion batteries that will be much less expensive to manufacture. The post Researchers Propose Non-Aqueous Manganese Metal Batteries appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Electric vehicles are upgrading the camping experience as we know it

Electrek

Imagine how peaceful camping would be without the loud gas-powered engines running. Electric vehicles are upgrading the camping experience as we know it. Not only are EVs silent, but they also offer unique advantages over gas-powered cars for camping.

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

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Tesla Giga Texas is Austin’s largest private employer: Report

Teslarati

Tesla Giga Texas is Austin’s largest private employer. Tesla has worked hard on Giga Texas, which is home to the Cybertruck, Model Y, 4680 battery cells, and other innovative projects. According to Bloomberg, Tesla Giga Texas posted its headcount by 86%, making it the largest private employer in Austin. Tesla’s Senior Global Director, Public Policy, and Business Development head, Rohan Patel, provided some context to Bloomberg’s report.

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Tesla becomes Austin’s largest private employer as Giga Texas headcount surges

Electrek

Tesla becomes Austin’s largest private employer as the headcount at Gigafactory Texas surges to a ridiculously high level. The automaker.

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10 Cleantech Stories Not to Miss — Electric Truck Towing, Chinese EV Takeover, Support Solar & Get An EV

CleanTechnica EVs

It’s been spring break here in Florida, and the past week has included some interesting stories that stand out a bit from the norm. There are also a couple of big themes to highlight. Check out the top 10 list below and one bonus story at the end. 1. Chinese. [continued] The post 10 Cleantech Stories Not to Miss — Electric Truck Towing, Chinese EV Takeover, Support Solar & Get An EV appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Is Tesla about to unveil the Model 3 Ludicrous/Plaid?

Electrek

Photos of a Tesla Model 3 under wraps have the internet speculating on whether an unveiling of the anticipated Ludicrous/Plaid upgrade to the Model 3 Performance is imminent.

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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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Maeving’s Electric Motorcycles Offer Zero-Emission Thrills With A Healthy Dose Of Nostalgia

CleanTechnica EVs

The body of Maeving’s electric motorcycles emulate the iconic look of the café racers and bobbers of yesteryear, but without all the noise and fumes. The UK-based Maeving has successfully married classic British motorcycle design with a zero-emission electric drivetrain and produced a worthy (and stylish) contender for a lightweight. [continued] The post Maeving’s Electric Motorcycles Offer Zero-Emission Thrills With A Healthy Dose Of Nostalgia appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Hyundai takes EV circuits to a new level by unveiling a race-only IONIQ 5 N eN1 Cup Car

Electrek

Ahead of its motorsport-centric N Festival in Korea later this month, Hyundai Motor Company has unveiled a new enhanced variant of its IONIQ 5 N performance EV. The IONIQ 5 N eN1 is a new electric race car designed and improved by Hyundai for professional drivers only. Don’t worry; it still has the fighter jet noises like the standard IONIQ 5 N.

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I Drove The Wuling Bingo And The NETA V In Nairobi, Kenya — The Experience Was Quite Good!

CleanTechnica EVs

There has been a lot of activity and therefore a lot of attention given to the nascent electric motorcycle and electric bus sectors in Kenya. But there is also quite some activity in the electric car space in Kenya. Several official dealerships are now bringing in brand new models of. [continued] The post I Drove The Wuling Bingo And The NETA V In Nairobi, Kenya — The Experience Was Quite Good!

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Tesla gives rare update on Tesla Semi electric truck program

Electrek

A Tesla engineer has given a rare update on the Tesla Semi electric truck program amid new EPA rules that should give it a boost.

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Geely offshoot unveils sub-$40,000 electric ute for right-hand-drive markets

The Driven EV News

Geely to launch it's battery electric ute in right-hand-drive markets, increases possibilities for an Australian launch. The post Geely offshoot unveils sub-$40,000 electric ute for right-hand-drive markets appeared first on The Driven.

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China’s largest carmaker to cut thousands of jobs at its joint ventures with GM and Volkswagen

Electrek

Amid an intense price war and lost market share to BYD and Tesla, China’s state-owned automaker SAIC Motor is reportedly making drastic job cuts this year at its joint ventures with General Motors and Volkswagen and at its EV unit – with mass layoffs a rare move for a China-owned company.

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XPENG provides EV sales results for March and Q1 2024

Electric Cars Report

XPENG, a leading Chinese smart electric vehicle company, announced its vehicle delivery results for March and the first quarter of 2024. In March 2024, XPENG delivered 9,026 Smart EVs, representing a 99% increase over the prior month and 29% increase year-over-year. The XPENG X9 maintained its position as the top-selling all-electric MPV in China, with 3,946 units delivered in […] The post XPENG provides EV sales results for March and Q1 2024 appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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NIO’s EV sales rebound in March to top 30,000 Q1 delivery target

Electrek

Chinese EV maker NIO (NIO) delivered 11,866 vehicles in March, up 14% over last year. The upturn in sales helped NIO top its (revised) Q1 EV sales forecast of around 30,000 units.

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April Fool’s! 6 times Tesla and others were a little too convincing

Teslarati

April Fool’s Day has come another year, and with it, a handful of fake headlines and statements ready to make fools of us all. Whether it took you a while to remember to watch for trolls today or you’ve become hardened and on-guard for the holiday, we’re looking back at some times when Tesla and others were, perhaps, a little too convincing for their own good.

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Virginia is getting a 764 MW bump in solar power capacity

Electrek

Virginia has approved over a dozen new solar projects that will significantly boost Dominion Energy’s clean energy capacity.

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How Europe Can Use Tariffs As Part Of An Industrial Strategy

CleanTechnica EVs

T&E’s paper looks at electric vehicle imports into Europe and what an effective response on both EVs and batteries might be. The sales of battery electric cars in Europe have been growing quickly, with 2 mln cars sold across Europe in 2023 alone. But given China’s edge in battery technology. [continued] The post How Europe Can Use Tariffs As Part Of An Industrial Strategy appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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LiveWire S2 Mulholland test ride: electric cruiser from the future

Electrek

Harley-Davidson’s LiveWire company unveiled its third electric motorcycle in March: the S2 Mulholland. At first glance, the electric cruiser closely resembles the existing LiveWire S2 Del Mar. That’s thanks to the shared Arrow platform fulfilling its purpose of spanning multiple electric motorbikes. Still, there are a number of key differences between the S2 models that make these two distinct bikes.

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Tesla Faces 'Reputational Downfall' Thanks To Elon Musk, Analyst Says

InsideEVs

This reputational downfall hasn’t been reflected in Tesla sales, at least not at the time of writing.

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Xiaomi EV buyers will have to wait up to seven months for the SU7

Electrek

Chinese smartphone giant Xiaomi is alerting potential buyers of its new SU7 sedan that they could have a seven-month wait ahead before getting the car – a sign of strong demand for an EV that is directly gunning for the Tesla Model 3.

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Tesla ruins weekend with first Australia Supercharger site designed for towing caravans, boats

The Driven EV News

With more EVs with towing capabilities coming onto local roads, Tesla opens Australia's first multi-charger trailer-friendly supercharger site. The post Tesla ruins weekend with first Australia Supercharger site designed for towing caravans, boats appeared first on The Driven.

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Aptera to showcase solar EV tech in the UAE as it preps its first production-intent builds [Video]

Electrek

Aptera Motors has just delivered its first solar EV to a customer. April fools! Yes, it is now April, which means we get another video update from Aptera. This month’s progress update recaps a recent visit to France, details an upcoming trip to the United Arab Emirates, and talks about the status of Aptera’s first production-intent solar EV builds. Watch the video in full below.

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NIO Provides March and First Quarter 2024 EV Sales Update

Electric Cars Report

Leading Chinese premium electric vehicle maker NIO revealed its March and first quarter 2024 delivery results. NIO delivered 11,866 vehicles in March 2024, increasing by 14.3% year-over-year. The deliveries consisted of 6,737 premium smart electric SUVs, and 5,129 premium smart electric sedans. NIO delivered 30,053 vehicles in the first quarter of 2024.

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BYD Q1 EV sales top 300,000, but is it enough to maintain a lead over Tesla ?

Electrek

China’s leading electric car maker, BYD , recorded over 300,000 EV sales in Q1 2024, up 13% over last year. Is it enough to maintain its lead over Tesla?

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Ford & Allego Partner to Electrify European Dealership Network With Ultra-Fast Charging

CleanTechnica EVs

Hundreds of Ford dealerships across Europe to be equipped with Allego ultra-fast EV charging technology. Access to high-power chargers up to 400 kW will make charging more convenient for Ford EV drivers and boost confidence for consumers ready to make the switch to electric. Rollout of Allego technology joining more. [continued] The post Ford & Allego Partner to Electrify European Dealership Network With Ultra-Fast Charging appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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One epic giveaway: How 600 free electric bikes changed 600 lives

Electrek

I’ve long championed the amazing benefits of electric bicycles in providing transportation autonomy to those who can’t afford a personal car and the massive expenses that come along with car ownership. A $1,000 e-bike can be the difference between a one-hour walk to work and a seven-minute ride to work. Now leading US e-bike maker Lectric Ebikes and the popular YouTuber Mr.

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