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EV market share fell in Q1, in a dearth of affordable models

Green Car Reports

U.S. EV and hybrid sales fell in the first quarter of the year, according to a Tuesday update from the Department of Energy’s Energy Information Administration (EIA). Sales of battery electric vehicles (full EVs) dropped to 7.0% of overall light vehicle sales in the first quarter of 2024 from 8.1% in the previous quarter. Nationally, sales.

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In a milestone, the US exceeds 5 million solar installations

Electrek

The US has now officially surpassed 5 million solar installations, a significant landmark in its shift toward clean energy, according to data released by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and Wood Mackenzie.

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How to Put a Data Center in a Shoebox

Cars That Think

Scientists have predicted that by 2040, almost 50 percent of the world’s electric power will be used in computing. What’s more, this projection was made before the sudden explosion of generative AI. The amount of computing resources used to train the largest AI models has been doubling roughly every 6 months for more than the past decade. At this rate, by 2030 training a single artificial-intelligence model would take one hundred times as much computing resources as the combined annual resources

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BYD just hit a new weekly EV sales record for 2024 in China ahead of key model launches

Electrek

China’s leading electric car maker, BYD , just hit a new YTD EV sales record last week in its home country. BYD expects the momentum to continue with new EVs rolling out in key segments globally.

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

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Tesla Cybertruck overtakes notable EV pickup foe in registration data

Teslarati

Although the Tesla Cybertruck has only been available for about six months, it is already making a major splash in the electric pickup scene. According to data from S&P Global Mobility , Tesla’s first all-electric pickup had more registrations in March than one of its most notable foes, the Rivian R1T. March was the fourth month the Tesla Cybertruck was available for purchase.

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NIO undercuts Tesla Model Y with new $30,000 L60 EV, kicking off cheaper Onvo brand

Electrek

Chinese EV maker NIO launched the first EV under its new mass-market Onvo brand Wednesday. The new Onvo L60 electric SUV will rival Tesla’s best-selling Model Y at a cheaper starting price. Starting at just $30,500 (219,900 yuan), can NIO’s new electric SUV compete with the Model Y?

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2025 Kia EV6 bows with bigger battery, styling updates

Green Car Reports

Kia this week revealed an updated version of its EV6 electric crossover for its home market of South Korea. The same changes are likely to be applied in the U.S. for the 2025 model year. The biggest change is a new 84-kwh battery pack, replacing the 77.4-kwh pack that has been the largest available in the EV6 since its 2022-model-year launch. This.

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Tesla is pulling out all the stops to get Elon Musk’s $56B pay package approved

Teslarati

Tesla is pulling out all the stops to get Elon Musk’s $56 billion pay package approved, hiring outside personnel and even readying Board members for a “tour” of sorts that will entice shareholders to vote in one direction. After Musk’s pay package was denied by a Delaware judge earlier this year, Tesla is taking no chances at getting its CEO rewarded for his influence on the company.

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Oakland is now first in the US to have a 100% electric school bus fleet – and it’s V2G

Electrek

An Oakland, California, school district is the first in the US to transition to a 100% electric school bus system with vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology.

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Elon Musk reveals date Tesla Cybertruck will get Full Self-Driving

Teslarati

Elon Musk has revealed when the Tesla Cybertruck will get Full Self-Driving. As the Cybertruck has been out for about six months now, one major feature is yet to be rolled out on the all-electric pickup: Tesla’s Full Self-Driving suite. There are many questions to be answered about the Full Self-Driving suite and the Cybertruck. It has not been equipped with the driver assistance feature due to several reasons, likely the steer-by-wire system and the camera positioning, which are vastly di

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

Brief

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Elon Musk claims Tesla’s next Full Self-Driving update drives ‘5 to 10x more miles per intervention’

Electrek

Elon Musk claims that Tesla’s next “Supervised Full Self-Driving” (FSD) software update will result in a “5 to 10x improvement in miles per intervention.” It would be a game changer if true.

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Chevrolet Is Releasing Silverado EV RST Soon, The First Legacy Electric Pickup Designed From Scratch To Be An EV

CleanTechnica EVs

The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST is a significant advancement in electric pickups, offering a 450-mile range, 10.2kW onboard power, and innovative features like the Multi-Flex Midgate. It competes with other electric pickups like the Ford F-150 Lightning and the Rivian R1T, aiming to make a significant impact in the. [continued] The post Chevrolet Is Releasing Silverado EV RST Soon, The First Legacy Electric Pickup Designed From Scratch To Be An EV appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Penske signs on to demo and sell a customized version of REE’s P7-C electric truck

Electrek

Commercial EV technology developer REE Automotive has added some clout to its growing order book as global transportation provider Penske has signed on to help demonstrate the former’s PC-7 electric truck to its customers and help facilitate sales.

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Global hydrogen vehicle sales plunge further to be tiny fraction of EV sales

The Driven EV News

Global sales of fuel cell hydrogen vehicles plunged further in the first quarter to just 2,382. The sale of EVs is expected to nearly double in 2024 to 17 million. The post Global hydrogen vehicle sales plunge further to be tiny fraction of EV sales appeared first on The Driven.

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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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BYD launches new Shark PHEV as its first pickup to rival Toyota’s Hilux, Ford Ranger

Electrek

A new electrified pickup is hitting the global market. China’s BYD introduced its new Shark plug-in hybrid (PHEV) pickup in Mexico this week. The new BYD Shark is poised to compete against top-selling trucks globally, like the Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger.

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Will The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV Be A Hit Or Another Disappointment?

CleanTechnica EVs

The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV addresses several shortcomings of its predecessor, the Bolt, by offering competitive pricing, modern interior design, and improved safety features. It boasts a spacious interior and advanced charging capabilities. Despite these improvements, skepticism remains due to GM’s history of EV production. A Brief History Chevrolet has.

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Kia is offering up to $12,000 off 2024 EV6 and EV9 models with new discounts

Electrek

If you’ve been eyeing a new Kia electric vehicle, now may be the perfect time to start shopping. Kia is offering up to $12,000 off 2024 EV6 and EV9 models with some of its biggest discounts yet.

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EV Charging Emissions Slashed By Up To 89% By New Technology

CleanTechnica EVs

Latest data shows the dramatic reduction in charging emissions can be achieved by utilising DriveElectric Plus. New technology helps drivers ensure their EVs deliver the maximum impact on business carbon reduction targets Data shows dramatic variation in the emissions associated with charging an electric vehicle With data showing a dramatic. [continued] The post EV Charging Emissions Slashed By Up To 89% By New Technology appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Surge in Australian fossil car advertising undermining efforts to clean up transport

The Driven EV News

Advertising spending on gas-guzzling SUVs is growing rapidly, while ad spending for EVs and small cars is being cut, putting transport emissions targets at risk. The post Surge in Australian fossil car advertising undermining efforts to clean up transport appeared first on The Driven.

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How To Not Die In The Bush In Tesla Model 3 (Installing Solar Farms) — 5 Lessons For Dummies

CleanTechnica EVs

Bushfires. Floods. Droughts. Cyclones. Welcome to Australia! It is a vast, diverse country that demands total respect. Clark is an electrician who travels to remote solar farms in the Darling Downs region on a weekly basis from his home in Brisbane. He drives his Tesla Model 3 SR+ over 700. [continued] The post How To Not Die In The Bush In Tesla Model 3 (Installing Solar Farms) — 5 Lessons For Dummies appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Baidu considers using Tesla robotaxi technology in China

Teslarati

Baidu is thinking of using Tesla’s robotaxi technology or Full Self-Driving (FSD) in China. Baidu’s General Manager for the autonomous driving department, Xu Baoqiang, told Shanghai Securities News that the auto company would consider potential collaboration opportunities with Tesla. Baidu might use specific Tesla applications in China. In early May 2024, the local Chinese government supported Tesla FSD.

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BYD’s New Shark PHEV Pickup Could Be A Good Option For Some African Markets

CleanTechnica EVs

Pickups are a big deal in several traditional auto markets as well as in smaller markets in Africa. About 60,000 Toyota Hilux pickups are sold in South Africa each year and a similar number in Australia. This is excluding sales of other popular pickups such as the Ford Ranger and. [continued] The post BYD’s New Shark PHEV Pickup Could Be A Good Option For Some African Markets appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Mullen secures $150 million financing deal, production Bollinger is a go

Electrek

Commercial EV manufacturer Mullen has scored a $150 million capital infusion that will allow it to expand its domestic and international sales efforts – and put Bollinger’s beefy electric trucks into series production.

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60 New Electric Buses to Operate in Queens, Staten Island, & Brooklyn

CleanTechnica EVs

Governor Kathy Hochul yesterday introduced 60 new electric buses that will operate in routes in Queens, Staten Island and Brooklyn. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority and the New York Power Authority are building critical infrastructure to power a zero-emissions bus fleet, including installing 17 new bus charge points at Grand Avenue. [continued] The post 60 New Electric Buses to Operate in Queens, Staten Island, & Brooklyn appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Genesis to build first full-size luxury electric SUV next year to rival Cadillac, Range Rover

Electrek

A new Genesis electric SUV is set for production late next year, and it’s poised to take on the Cadillac Escalade and Range Rover. Genesis expects its first full-size electric SUV to have a big impact on the brand as it looks to outpace luxury rivals.

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Daimler Buses & ESWE Verkehrsgesellschaft Celebrate Completion Of Electrified e-Bus Depot

CleanTechnica EVs

Daimler Buses Solutions GmbH carried out all construction work for 120 charging stations as general contractor A total of 120 eCitaro Solo buses delivered since project start in 2019 Project completion celebrated with Andreas Kowol, Head of Building and Transport of the City of Wiesbaden and Chairman of the Supervisory. [continued] The post Daimler Buses & ESWE Verkehrsgesellschaft Celebrate Completion Of Electrified e-Bus Depot appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Baidu talks about using Tesla Robotaxi in China

Electrek

Baidu says that it is considering using Tesla’s upcoming Robotaxi in China as the two major companies appear to be getting closer.

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UK Police May Get Portable EMP Device To Shut Down E-Bikes & Scooters

CleanTechnica EVs

In an effort to take a bite out of crimes being committed on e-bikes or electric scooters, an EMP device that can shut down electric motors to stop suspects is being developed for UK police. The booming electric micromobility market has enabled a revolution in zero emission personal transport options. [continued] The post UK Police May Get Portable EMP Device To Shut Down E-Bikes & Scooters appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Elon Musk shares insight on next-gen Tesla Roadster performance

Teslarati

Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently shared some new insight about the next-generation Roadster’s performance. In a post on social media platform X, Musk assured industry watchers that it would be silly for Tesla to release a next-generation Roadster whose performance is just similar to the much larger and heavier Tesla Model S Plaid. Musk’s comment came as a response to a post from longtime Tesla watcher Sawyer Merritt , who noted that a recent report from The Information was quite inaccu

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New Electric Vehicles In Australia — Volvo EX30, Tesla Model 3 Highland, and … Toyota Cybertruk?

CleanTechnica EVs

What do you do on your day off? Wednesdays are our designated adventure day, so we checked out some electric vehicle stuff! We visited the new high-speed chargers BP has installed just around the corner, checked out the new Tesla Model 3 Highland with plaid signage, and checked out the. [continued] The post New Electric Vehicles In Australia — Volvo EX30, Tesla Model 3 Highland, and … Toyota Cybertruk?

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Rivian introduces YouTube App and Google Cast video streaming to the R1 infotainment system

Electrek

American automaker Rivian is upping the entertainment factor for current and future owners of its flagship R1 line of EVs. Today, Rivian shared it is integrating YouTube into its infotainment system, available for streaming on your vehicle’s center display. Additionally, the automaker is adding Google Cast capabilities, giving drivers and passengers the ability to mirror their favorite content in the EV from a smartphone or tablet.

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk debunks claims that FSD take rate is only 2%

Teslarati

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has debunked claims that the take rate for Full Self-Driving (FSD) is just a mere 2%. As per Musk, the take rate for FSD is much higher than the shockingly low figure. FSD’s alleged 2% take rate was shared by moomoo Technologies Inc. in a blog post. As per the firm’s post, YipitData’s latest figures tracked almost 3,500 Tesla owners who experienced FSD’s free trial.

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Lucid CEO Says Chinese Automakers Are Way Behind Tesla On EV Tech

InsideEVs

Peter Rawlinson said that even though Chinese EVs should not be underestimated, they aren’t as advanced as Tesla.

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Ford Designed a Specialty Test Track for the Mach-E Rally

The Truth About Cars

Ford saw a tremendous Mustang Mach-E sales boost after lowering prices earlier this year, and the new Rally model could further help its cause. The Blue Oval recently showed its testing process for the electric SUV, saying that it specially built a dirt testing track at its Michigan Proving Grounds to torture test the Rally. Ford engineers used computer-aided analysis to design the course, which is aimed at recreating rallycross conditions.

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