Green Car Reports
AUGUST 20, 2024
EV collision repairs continue cost more than those of internal combustion vehicles, according to a new report from Mitchell International, which provides tech for the auto insurance and collision repair industries. The report, based on second-quarter 2024 data, shows similar rates of EVs and 2021-and-newer gasoline vehicles being declared total.
Teslarati
AUGUST 20, 2024
Tesla topped the American Consumer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) for 2024 in the luxury segment with Mercedes-Benz, holding steady and gaining notoriety for improvements in complaint handling. Tesla and Mercedes-Benz tied at a score of 83 this year. Tesla’s score was unchanged, while Mercedes-Benz improved four percent from 2023, mostly due to customer satisfaction with its hybrid-electric vehicles.
Green Car Reports
AUGUST 20, 2024
Karma on Friday unveiled the Ivara concept at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, one of the premier events of 2024 Monterey Car Week that ran last week in California. Joining it on Karma's stand were the previously revealed Kaveya sports car and Gyesera sport sedan. The Kaveya was shown in Monterey with a revised interior that Karma said.
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 20, 2024
Household vehicles were driven an average of 64.6 minutes on a typical day in 2022 (including all trips made that day) and parked for the remainder of the time (95%). Drivers in all Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs) averaged between 61 minutes and 68 minutes per day with the longest driving. [continued] The post Household Vehicles Were Parked 95% on a Typical Day in 2022 — So Much Time & Opportunity for EV Charging appeared first on CleanTechnica.
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Green Car Reports
AUGUST 20, 2024
EV wireless charging has a standard to get positioned for an efficient charge Called DIPS, it enables cross-compatibility between hardware from different suppliers It also helps set the stage for wireless bidirectional charging Charge ports, connectors, and cables may soon no longer be the only typical way to keep EVs and some types of hybrids.
Electrek
AUGUST 20, 2024
After getting the green light to expand its Normal, IL plant, Rivian (RIVN) is preparing for its more affordable R2. Rivian gained approval from the town of Normal for a massive plant expansion, including a new 1.14 million sq ft facility.
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CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 20, 2024
The cash for clunkers program in China is designed to get more people to buy an electric car and trade in a gas hog at the same time. The post Cash For Clunkers Program In China Will Boost Electric Car Industry As EU Tariffs Bite appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Driven EV News
AUGUST 20, 2024
BYD owners could soon have access to a feature Tesla owners have enjoyed for years, making trip planning easier. The post BYD owners could soon see Tesla-like trip planning features appeared first on The Driven.
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 20, 2024
If you’re just learning about this story, that title might confuse you, so let me catch you up in this first paragraph. The European Union concluded that electric cars produced in China have received too many government subsidies that make them artificially cheap and overly competitive with domestically produced electric. [continued] The post Tesla Gets Big Break In Reduced Chinese EV Tariffs In EU — Full Details On New Tariffs appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Teslarati
AUGUST 20, 2024
Tesla stock ( NASDAQ:TSLA ) received a reiterated “Overweight” rating and a $300 per share price target from Piper Sandler. The firm’s insights came after analysts hosted two events that were focused on Tesla’s energy division and the company’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) program. As noted in an Investing.com report, Piper Sandler’s first event involved a visit to the Lathrop Megafactory, which produces the electric vehicle maker’s Megapack batteries, as wel
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 20, 2024
Lithium extraction is a vital component of creating an emissions free world but political complications could derail those efforts. The post Lithium & Politics Clash In Serbia appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
AUGUST 20, 2024
Uber has snapped up Tesla’s former head of charging, Rebecca Tinucci, who was fired by Elon Musk, along with her entire team, a few months ago.
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 20, 2024
MAHLE, a century-old automotive supplier, has just released information about a new high-performance “bionic” fan for EVs that it claims will effectively reduce the sound output by half, while also being 10% lighter and 10% more efficient than a conventional fan. For those of us who grew up watching The. [continued] The post Owl-Inspired “Bionic” Fan For EVs Reduces Fan Noise 50% While Improving Efficiency 10% appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
AUGUST 20, 2024
A Tesla Semi electric truck has caught on fire on a highway near the California-Nevada border, according to the CAL FIRE Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit.
Teslarati
AUGUST 20, 2024
Tesla appears to have removed a policy banning the resale of the Cybertruck, as spotted this week in the unique electric vehicle’s (EV’s) sales agreement. On Tuesday, some X users pointed out that Tesla had quietly removed the Cybertruck no-resale policy from its sales agreement, which banned buyers from selling their Foundation Series Cybertrucks within a year of taking delivery, at the risk of paying a $50,000 or more penalty.
Electrek
AUGUST 20, 2024
It’s a big day for BRP and its motorcycle brand, Can-Am. The launch of its first two electric motorcycles, the Can-Am Pulse and Origin, marks a return to grace for the legacy motorcycle maker that once dominated the tracks.
Teslarati
AUGUST 20, 2024
A former leader in the Tesla Supercharging program has officially accepted a new position with Uber, in efforts to help the ride-sharing company shift to electric vehicles (EVs). Rebecca Tinucci, former Tesla Senior Director of the Supercharger program, has accepted a position as Uber’s Global Head of Sustainability, according to a report from Bloomberg on Tuesday.
Electrek
AUGUST 20, 2024
Rivian (RIVN) is losing its vice president of manufacturing, Tim Fallon, to Jeep, Dodge owner Stellantis (STLA) to spearhead its upcoming EV offensive in the US.
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 20, 2024
Jason Harper’s innovations in charge management technology improve electric vehicle operation New system utilizes true smart charging to reduce infrastructure costs and optimize driver needs Electric vehicles (EVs) are here to stay, and aided by smart charging management technology developed by Argonne electrical engineer Jason Harper, they won’t waste any.
Electrek
AUGUST 20, 2024
Hyundai’s flagship SUV is going electric. According to sources, Hyundai is developing an electric Santa Fe and a new EV pickup truck for the US, but there’s more to it. Here’s what to expect from Hyundai’s new EVs.
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 20, 2024
Waymo continues to trudge forward, and it is reporting notable improvements in its brand new 6th-generation Waymo Driver. The funny thing, as I’m writing this, is I still remember the first Google self-driving cars I saw and recorded with an old-school digital camera in 2006. That was 18 years ago! [continued] The post New Waymo Driver — Cheaper, Drives in More Weather appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
AUGUST 20, 2024
Polestar (PSNY) has officially expanded its EV lineup threefold as its new electric SUV coupe reaches customers in Europe. Polestar 4 deliveries are now underway in Europe, with North America and Australia following by the end of 2024.
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 20, 2024
There are so many avenues we could go down with this, and I don’t know as I start writing this article where I’m going to go (which is not normal for me). It’s a weird story, and one with many side elements. First of all, the facts: Chechnya President and. [continued] The post Russian General Gets A Tesla Cybertruck & Puts Machine Gun On It appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
AUGUST 20, 2024
Sunrun (Nasdaq: RUN) announced today that it’s the first and only US storage + solar company to surpass 1 million customers.
Green Fleet Magazine
AUGUST 20, 2024
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Electrek
AUGUST 20, 2024
On today’s episode of Quick Charge , we take a break from watching the DNC’s coronation party to talk about Chinese EV trade wars, Tesla Semi trucks on fire in California, and Rivian making Normal even better than it already is.
Teslarati
AUGUST 20, 2024
Electric vehicle (EV) maker Rivian has gained approval from the town of Normal, Illinois, to expand its factory as it prepares for production of its next-generation platform. On Monday, Normal Town Council voted almost unanimously to approve an expansion of the Rivian plant, set to add about 1.3 million square feet and prepare the automaker for production of the upcoming R2 EV platform.
InsideEVs
AUGUST 20, 2024
Car companies are hooked on high-margin, expensive products. Analysts say they’re not going back.
Innovation News Network
AUGUST 20, 2024
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced $291m funding to develop sustainable jet fuel technologies. The post FAA allocates $291m to propel sustainable jet fuel adoption appeared first on Innovation News Network.
Teslarati
AUGUST 20, 2024
Tesla’s property at Gigafactory Berlin in the town of Grünheider continues to reveal explosives and ammo from World War 2. Today, more searches led to the recovery of several bombs used during the war. The process of recovering more ammo and explosives is part of the expansion of the factory, which is set to increase annual production capacity from 500,000 vehicles to 1 million.
The Truth About Cars
AUGUST 20, 2024
Ford has issued a recall impacting 85,238 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with the Police Interceptor Utility package and 3.3L Hybrid and Gas engines. The recall follows reports of under-hood fires resulting from engine failures, specifically incidents where engine oil and fuel vapor are released into the engine compartment due to an "engine block breach.
Teslarati
AUGUST 20, 2024
The European Commission recently dropped Tesla China’s import tariffs to 9%. On July 5, the Commission imposed provisional tariffs on electric vehicle (EV) imports from China. The tariffs reached about 38% for some automakers manufacturing EVs in China. The Commission’s provisional tariffs also affected European automakers, like Tesla and Volkswagen, that build EVs in China.
The Truth About Cars
AUGUST 20, 2024
Almost three-quarters of a million BMWs are being recalled. The automaker is clawing the vehicles back for an issue with the water pump electrical connection that could increase the fire risk. The recall impacts several models, including the 2012-2015 X1, 2013-2017 X3, and 2015-2018 X4, among others. In total, more than 720,000 vehicles are involved in the recall.
Teslarati
AUGUST 20, 2024
SpaceX launched yet another batch of 22 Starlink satellites this morning, but it was the first time the company utilized this particular Falcon 9 first stage booster. At roughly 9:20 a.m. on Tuesday, Falcon 9 lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Launch Complex in Florida. It was carrying 22 Starlink satellites. This first stage booster took flight for the first time, equipped with tail number B1085, and returned to Earth just eight short minutes after takeoff following a successful separation.
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