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2023 Nissan Ariya recalled due to potential loss of drive power

Green Car Reports

Nissan has recalled 2023 Ariya electric SUVs due to a software error that could cause a loss of drive power. The recall covers 1,188 vehicles, all of which were previously recalled for an inverter issue, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The vehicles being recalled this time, which may include a mix of.

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EV Battery Pack Costs 90% Lower in 2023 Than in 2008

CleanTechnica EVs

Electric vehicle battery pack costs for a light-duty vehicle in 2023 were 90% lower than in 2008, according to DOE estimates. The Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Vehicle Technologies Office estimates the cost of a electric vehicle lithium-ion battery pack for a light-duty vehicle declined 90% between 2008 and 2023 (using. [continued] The post EV Battery Pack Costs 90% Lower in 2023 Than in 2008 appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Wireless EV charging record set with Porsche Taycan prototype

Green Car Reports

A Porsche Taycan wireless charged at a rate of 270 kw The Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) partnered with Volkswagen Group for the test No timeline was given to put a system like this in production, but testing will continue In a recent test, the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) wirelessly.

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A New Type of Neural Network Is More Interpretable

Cars That Think

Artificial neural networks —algorithms inspired by biological brains—are at the center of modern artificial intelligence, behind both chatbots and image generators. But with their many neurons, they can be black boxes , their inner workings uninterpretable to users. Researchers have now created a fundamentally new way to make neural networks that some ways surpasses traditional systems.

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

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Rivian Large+ battery is a software-locked Max Pack

Green Car Reports

Some Rivian R1 vehicles with the Max Pack battery will get labeled Large+ Vehicles with the Large+ battery pack feature a software locked usable capacity It's unclear if Rivian will allow Large+ owners to unlock the extra battery capacity later Rivian is selling its revamped 2025 R1T and R1S with the largest Max Pack software-locked down to a.

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Tesla China’s EV sales increase 15% YOY

Teslarati

According to the China Passenger Car Association ( CPCA ), Tesla China electric vehicle (EV) sales increased by 15.3% to 74,117 units in July 2024, compared to the same month last year. Tesla China’s Model 3 and Model Y deliveries were up by 4.4% last month compared to June 2024. In the first quarter, Tesla reported an 8.5% year-over-year decline in vehicle deliveries.

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BYD shows off upgraded Seal EV interior to keep pace with Tesla’s Model 3

Electrek

As the global EV market heats up, market leaders look to stay ahead of the competition. Tesla and BYD are launching upgraded versions of their electric sedans to fend off incoming rivals. After Tesla launched the Model 3 Highland refresh, it’s now BYD’s turn. In its latest images, BYD gave us our first look at the upgraded Seal EV interior.

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EVs Take 27.4% Share Of The UK — Spring Arrives In Summer

CleanTechnica EVs

July saw plugin EVs take 27.4% share of the UK auto market, up from 24.1% year on year. Both BEVs and PHEVs grew volume YoY, outperforming the broader market. Overall auto volume was 147,517 units, up 2.5% YoY, still below pre-2020 seasonal norms (~160,000). The UK’s leading BEV brand in. [continued] The post EVs Take 27.4% Share Of The UK — Spring Arrives In Summer appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla Cybertruck: driver dies in first fatal crash

Electrek

A Tesla Cybertruck driver died in what is believed to be the first reported fatal crash in the electric pickup truck that has yet to be third-party crash tested.

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Australian electric vehicle sales by month and by model in 2024

The Driven EV News

A full breakdown of all electric vehicle sales by month and by model in Australia in 2024. Latest data includes July. The post Australian electric vehicle sales by month and by model in 2024 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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XPeng On A Roll — 5 Months In A Row Of Sales Growth

CleanTechnica EVs

Some may be claiming EV sales aren’t growing, but to that, XPeng can say: “Ha!” That’s because the Chinese “smart electric vehicle” company has seen 5 months in a row of both year-over-year sales growth and month-over-month sales growth. With 63,173 vehicles delivered in the first 7 months of the. [continued] The post XPeng On A Roll — 5 Months In A Row Of Sales Growth appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Lexus will spearhead Toyota’s EV strategy with new ‘ajimigaki’ approach

Electrek

Toyota’s luxury Lexus brand will play a key role in the Japanese automaker’s EV plans. After opening its new global headquarters, Lexus is embracing an “ajimigaki” strategy to revamp the luxury brand.

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Tesla Taiwan partners with Costco to sell vehicles

Teslarati

Tesla Taiwan is partnering with Costco to sell its electric vehicles. To celebrate Tesla Taiwan’s partnership with Costco, the company is offering three charging benefits to the first 50 buyers. The first 50 people to purchase a Tesla from a Costco in Taiwan will receive 5,000 km of free supercharging, a Type 2 travel charging case, and wall-mounted charging equipment for their home.

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Geely’s new all-electric Galaxy E5 SUV will hit the global market at a starting price below $16,000

Electrek

Galaxy, a newer EV lineup under the Geely Auto umbrella, has launched its latest model, the E5. The new all-electric SUV was designed for overseas markets outside its native China and will have a starting price below $16,000.

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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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Toyota PROACE MAX large-sized electric commercial van now available to order

Electric Cars Report

Toyota’s first large-sized commercial van in Europe, the PROACE MAX, is now on sale in the UK with a choice of battery-electric (BEV) or diesel powertrains. The BEV system produces 200kW (268bhp/270 DIN hp) and 410Nm or torque and has an official (WLTP) standard driving range of up to 260 miles. This allows the vehicle […] The post Toyota PROACE MAX large-sized electric commercial van now available to order appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Tesla launches trials of faster charging at select Superchargers

Teslarati

Tesla has begun trials of faster charging speeds at select Supercharger stations, as highlighted by one owner and later confirmed by an engineer from the company over the weekend. On Sunday evening, X user TesLatino was charging his Cybertruck at a Supercharger station in Los Gatos, California, when he noticed that it was charging at a top speed of 323kW, or much higher than the typical 250kW offerings.

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First Student’s Biggest School Year Ever: Safety Enhancements, More Electric School Buses, & 1 Billion Planned Bus Rides in 2024–2025

CleanTechnica EVs

First Student, the trusted school transportation provider to millions of families, is gearing up for its biggest school year ever. The company will advance student safety, expand its fleet of clean electric school buses, and make the most student transportation trips in North America. This school year, First Student expects. [continued] The post First Student’s Biggest School Year Ever: Safety Enhancements, More Electric School Buses, & 1 Billion Planned Bus Rides in 2024–2025 appeare

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Lucid (LCID) beats Q2 revenue estimates with another $1.5 billion injection from Saudi PIF

Electrek

Lucid Motors (LCID) topped Wall Street’s Q2 revenue estimates Monday after announcing another $1.5 billion investment from Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF).

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Wastewater Could Be What The LFP Battery Supply Chain Needs

CleanTechnica EVs

The US firm ENTEK is among the many energy storage stakeholders jockeying for an edge on the LFP battery supply chain. The post Wastewater Could Be What The LFP Battery Supply Chain Needs appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Porsche Macan EV spotted on US streets ahead of deliveries [Video]

Electrek

The all-electric Porsche Macan is almost here. Ahead of deliveries later this year, the Porsche Macan EV was spotted in the US rolling down palm tree-filled streets. Check out the video below.

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ChargerHelp Annual Report Puts A Spotlight On EV Charger Challenges

CleanTechnica EVs

It should come as no surprise to CleanTechnica readers that tales of faulty EV charging equipment in America are one of the primary factors holding back the EV revolution. We have all heard lurid tales of people who have arrived at an EV charger ready to plug in their electric. [continued] The post ChargerHelp Annual Report Puts A Spotlight On EV Charger Challenges appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Uber to target second hand electric cars from Japan in Australian trial

The Driven EV News

Uber to partner with Australian company to offer discounted access to used electric cars from Japan, mostly targeting the Nissan Leaf. The post Uber to target second hand electric cars from Japan in Australian trial appeared first on The Driven.

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XPeng Rolls Out Unlimited XNGP Nationwide

CleanTechnica EVs

XPeng’s self-driving system was fantabulously good nearly two years ago when I tested it virtually for a long drive into a busy city. At the time, it was called XPeng’s “City Navigation Guided Pilot” (CNGP), and on that drive at least, it was very similar to the Tesla FSD v12.3. [continued] The post XPeng Rolls Out Unlimited XNGP Nationwide appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Lucid Gets Another $1.5 Billion Lifeline From Saudi Arabia

InsideEVs

That's on top of another $1 billion investment earlier this year. It should help the EV startup get the Gravity SUV off the ground.

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Tesla Cybertruck’s tow hitch snaps off the frame in torture test

Electrek

The Tesla Cybertruck’s tow hitch snapped off the frame of the truck in what was to be fair a pretty ridiculous torture test.

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Mercedes gets approval for Level 4 self-driving tests in China

Teslarati

Mercedes-Benz has received approval in China to test Level 4 autonomous vehicles on certain roadways, ahead of Tesla’s plans to launch its Full Self-Driving (FSD) this year. The automaker announced the approval from officials in Beijing over the weekend, letting them test Level 4 autonomous driving in which the vehicles “do the driving for most scenarios without human takeover,” as detailed in a report from South China Morning Post.

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Forge Battery says its 21700 EV batteries fast charge in 10 minutes

Electrek

Forge Battery is now shipping its prototype 21700 cylindrical Li-ion battery cells with a confirmed specific energy of 300 Wh/kg.

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3D concrete printing method could revolutionise sustainable construction

Innovation News Network

Experts at the University of Virginia have pioneered a new 3D concrete printing method that could transform sustainable construction. The post 3D concrete printing method could revolutionise sustainable construction appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Hyundai IONIQ 6 refresh spotted with sleek new design upgrades [Video]

Electrek

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 refresh has officially been spotted out in the wild. Hyundai’s electric fastback is getting a facelift, and from the first look, the design upgrades look like a major improvement. Check it out in the video below.

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US and Canada agree landmark deal for space launch technology

Innovation News Network

Canada has announced that it has established a major agreement with the US that will propel domestic space launch capabilities. The post US and Canada agree landmark deal for space launch technology appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Cybertruck frame failure, women have worries, and China makes progress

Electrek

On today’s exciting episode of Quick Charge , we talk about Whistlin’ Diesel snapping a Cybertruck’s gigacast frame, whether or not women worry too much about EV charging, and the progress being made by Tesla rivals in China.

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Stuff We Use: OBD-II Code Readers

The Truth About Cars

On our never-ending quest to improve this place by listening to feedback from the B&B, we are taking a new tack with these product posts, choosing instead to focus on items we have actually used or purchased with our own meagre income. After all, if we’re giving you the truth about cars, we ought to give you the truth about car accessories. Just about everyone who toils at this publication have worked on a vehicle equipped with the so-called OBD-II diagnostic system.

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Rivian (RIVN) to release critical Q2 earnings: Here’s what to expect

Electrek

It’s EV earnings season again, and Rivian (RIVN) is set to release critical Q2 2024 earnings on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, after the bell. Rivian has been aggressively cutting costs in an effort to achieve a gross profit by the end of the year. Here’s what to expect from its second quarter report.

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China court finds Tesla braking system “effective without any faults:” report

Teslarati

A Chinese court reportedly deemed Tesla’s vehicle braking system “effective without any faults.” The court’s judgment stands as a recent update to the electric vehicle maker’s legal battle against the protesters behind a high-profile anti-Tesla demonstration at the 2021 Shanghai Auto Show. Tesla’s appearance at the 2021 Shanghai Auto Show was marred by a public protest led by Anyang Zhang, a Model 3 owner who claimed that her vehicle had experienced a “b

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