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Brisbane Metro — The End of Diesel Buses?

CleanTechnica EVs

Like many modern cities, Brisbane was serviced by an efficient electric tram network until the ’70s, when it was ripped up and diesel buses took the place of trams. We’ve all seen Who Framed Roger Rabbit?, and so we know who was really behind that move. In a retro revolution, [continued] The post Brisbane Metro — The End of Diesel Buses? appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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E-quipment highlight: Komatsu launches 400 ton electric mining excavator

Electrek

Komatsu says its new PC4000-11E hydraulic mining excavator can bring both the powerful digging force of high-performance diesel machines and the emission-free operation of battery power to some of the world’s toughest mining operations.

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Tesla powers on $65 million Megapack project in Alaska

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Another Tesla Megapack system was powered on this week, coming as the latest of the company’s increasing deployment of the grid-scale batteries. Tesla and others have commissioned a $65 million battery energy storage system (BESS) project sporting 40MW/80MWh of Megapacks in Anchorage, Alaska, as detailed in press releases from Chugach Electric and the Matanuska Electric Association ( MEA ) this week.

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GMC quietly reveals 2025 Sierra EV Denali with $10,000 lower starting price

Electrek

The 2024 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 is still a rare sight on US roads, but that hasn’t stopped GM from rolling out the 2025 version with up to 440 miles of range … and a base price that’s $10,000 lower than the ’24 !

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

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Tesla reboots its FSD Supervised transfer program for Q4

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Tesla has once again re-launched free transfers of Full Self-Driving (FSD) when buyers purchase a new vehicle, coming on the heels of the company’s unveiling event for the Cybercab and Robovan this week. On Thursday, Tesla updated one of its support pages to say that it will once again be allowing transfers of FSD Supervised for those who take delivery of a newly purchased vehicle by the end of this year.

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Kempower chargers installed using only electric construction equipment

Electrek

Nearly a year after launching the Sweden-US Green Transition Initiative (GTI), the group says it’s completed the first DC fast charging station construction project in the US using only electric construction equipment.

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Fisker bankruptcy approved with added $2.5 million tech support deal

Teslarati

Troubled electric vehicle (EV) maker Fisker has been approved for its bankruptcy plan to sell off its remaining inventory, after the deal was nearly paused this week due to service concerns for owners. After Fisker filed for bankruptcy in June , the Ocean EV maker weeks later submitted filings to sell its remaining 3,231 units for $46.25 million to American Lease.

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RoboFlop: Tesla's Cybercab Event Torched By Analysts And Investors

InsideEVs

"It is our understanding that these robots were not operating entirely autonomously," a Morgan Stanley report said.

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Why Does Elon Musk Continue To Fall Short Of Our Expectations? The Tesla Cybercab Disappointment

CleanTechnica EVs

Tesla share value is down nearly 9% to close the week. The “We, Robot” event late Thursday evening was a bust, according to many experts. With Hollywood watching — or trying to watch, as the streamed event started late — CEO Elon Musk was, at least, consistent. As someone who. [continued] The post Why Does Elon Musk Continue To Fall Short Of Our Expectations?

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MG S5, MG’s next electric SUV, spotted testing in Australia

The Driven EV News

After the success of MG4 electric hatch, a new SUV model is spotted being evaluated for Australia. The post MG S5, MG’s next electric SUV, spotted testing in Australia appeared first on The Driven.

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

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2024 Cadillac Lyriq review: Iconic American brand back Down Under to take on BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi with an all-electric SUV

EV Central

It’s a brand synonymous with celebrities and pop culture and now Cadillac is back in Australia after more than half a century. But the modern Cadillac is very different to the big engines, big cars and big wings that have helped define one of America’s most iconic brands. The new Cadillac is electric and the Lyriq is the car that spearheads the brand’s Australian launch, where it’s attempting to lure buyers out of luxury marques such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi and Lexus.

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Fisker Ocean EVs Will Remain Cloud-Connected After All

InsideEVs

American Lease, the company that wants to buy the bankrupt automaker’s remaining inventory, agreed to pay extra for cloud services.

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Lync & Co 02 arrives in Europe with 445 km of range

Electric Cars Report

Geely’s Lync & Co sub-brand is introducing its first battery electric vehicle, the all-new 02 for Europe, named Z20 in China. The five-door family EV emphasizes user experience and advanced software, delivering a pure electric driving range of up to 445 km. The all-new 02 marks the next chapter of Lynk & Co’s strategic expansion and evolution, […] The post Lync & Co 02 arrives in Europe with 445 km of range appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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This Brand New Nissan Leaf Has Been Bricked For Two Months

InsideEVs

Out of Spec leased a brand new Nissan Leaf. Less than 500 miles later, it died, and it's stayed dead for over two months.

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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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Westward Ho with Tesla Full Self Driving Supervised V12.5.4 — A Long-Distance Road Trip with Latest Version of FSD

CleanTechnica EVs

Background 1: Tesla Nomenclature Sometime ago, Tesla changed the nomenclature for its most advanced “Autopilot” software from Full Self Driving (Beta) to Full Self Driving (Supervised). Tesla borrowed the Autopilot terminology from aircraft use, but the software is far from full automation and is not true “Full Self Driving.” The. [continued] The post Westward Ho with Tesla Full Self Driving Supervised V12.5.4 — A Long-Distance Road Trip with Latest Version of FSD appeared first on CleanTechnica

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2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV 2LT vs. 2RS: What Does $1,500 Extra Get You?

InsideEVs

The two trims come with the same electric motor, battery and charging specs. So what's different?

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Porsche Taycan sales slump drastically, Cayenne and Macan save the day

Baua Electric

By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 13 Oct 2024, 12:10 PM Porsche Taycan's sales dropped 50 per cent to just 14,000 units from January to September, while Cayenne and Macan sales grew 21 per cent and 20 per cent, respectively. --> Porsche Taycan’s sales dropped 50 per cent to just 14,000 units from January to September, while Cayenne and Macan sales grew 21 per cent and 20 per c … Porsche Taycan’s sales dropped 50 per cent to just 14,000 units from January to September, while Cayenn

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Faster, higher, longer: Audi teases Porsche Macan EV-bashing Q6 e-tron Sportback ahead of Paris launch and Aussie arrival

EV Central

Audi has celebrated Euro NCAP awarding its 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron wagon the full five stars for safety by teasing a picture of the more rakish Q6 e-tron Sportback. It will unwrap the Sportback on October 14 at the Paris motor show ahead of its Aussie touch down in the first half of 2025. The small picture of the Audi Q6 e-tron Sportback coupe-like rear styling was slipped into the press release for the Q6 e-tron wagon which scored an impressive 91 per cent for adult protection.

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Kempower chargers installed using only electric construction equipment

Baua Electric

Nearly a year after launching the Sweden-US Green Transition Initiative (GTI), the group says it’s completed the first DC fast charging station construction project in the US using only electric construction equipment. Built using tools and equipment from Swedish manufacturers Volvo CE, Husqvarna, and Atlas Copco, the EV charging site was installed at the new American headquarters of EVSE manufacturer, Kempower, Inc., in Durham, North Carolina by a local contractor.

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Tesla hints at in-house LFP batteries with new job listing

Teslarati

Tesla has posted a new job listing on its website hinting at plans for in-house manfucturing of a previously used battery chemistry this week, coming just on the heels of the company’s unveiling of its Cybercab and Robovan. On its careers page, Tesla launched a job listing for a Senior Cell Materials Engineer position for a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) Cathode program this week, suggesting that the company is looking to develop the battery chemistry in-house.

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E-quipment highlight: Komatsu launches 400 ton electric mining excavator

Baua Electric

Komatsu says its new PC4000-11E hydraulic mining excavator can bring both the powerful digging force of high-performance diesel machines and the emission-free operation of battery power to some of the world’s toughest mining operations. The new electric drive featured in the 409 ton (operating weight) Komatsu PC4000-11E is designed to reduce emissions by up to 95%.

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BYD eMax 7 vs Maruti Suzuki Invicto: Which MPV is fit for your garage?

Baua Electric

By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 12 Oct 2024, 14:07 PM BYD's eMax 7 is a unique all-electric MPV offering a range of up to 530 km, while the Suzuki Invicto, a hybrid, excels in long-distance travel with a fuel economy of 23.4 km/l. --> BYD’s eMax 7 is a unique all-electric MPV offering a range of up to 530 km, while the Suzuki Invicto, a hybrid, excels in long-distance travel with a … BYD’s eMax 7 is a unique all-electric MPV offering a range of up to 530 km, while the Suzuki Inv

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Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs BMW 5 Series: Which luxury car will you choose

Baua Electric

By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 13 Oct 2024, 09:57 AM The Mercedes Benz E-Class was launched recently starting at ₹ 78.50 lakh, ex-showroom. Meanwhile, the BMW 5 Series also got an update earlier in the year. The updated 5 Series is priced at ₹ 72.90 lakh --> The Mercedes Benz E-Class was launched recently starting at ₹78.50 lakh, ex-showroom.

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GMC quietly reveals 2025 Sierra EV Denali with $10,000 lower starting price

Baua Electric

The 2024 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 is still a rare sight on US roads, but that hasn’t stopped GM from rolling out the 2025 version with up to 440 miles of range … and a base price that’s $10,000 lower than the ’24 ! Three-letter bandit fans who missed out on the Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 have about ten thousand reasons to be excited about this week.

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