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NACS or CCS: ChargePoint EV chargers follow Tesla Magic Dock

Green Car Reports

As automakers and charging networks move to adopt the Tesla North American Charging Standard (NACS) for EV fast charging, ChargePoint is releasing new hardware that combines Tesla and non-Tesla connector types. The ChargePoint Omni Port can accommodate NACS and Combined Charging Standard (CCS) connectors, as well as the SAE J1772 connector for AC.

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BYD undercuts Tesla Model 3 prices by nearly $10K with the new 2025 Seal EV

Electrek

BYD officially launched the 2025 Seal EV, its Tesla Model 3-like electric sedan, on Thursday. Starting under $25,000, the new BYD Seal EV undercuts Tesla’s Model 3 by nearly $10,000 in China.

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Nissan testing paint technology to lower cabin temps

Green Car Reports

A new type of paint could lower vehicle cabin temperatures Lower cabin temperatures could reduce EV energy consumption The paint might make it to production, but on a special-order basis Nissan is testing paint that could help lower cabin temperatures and reduce energy use from air conditioning. The paint incorporates "metamaterial," a composite.

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Chinese invasion: Windrose to build its electric semi truck in US

Electrek

In what the company’s CEO is calling “a direct challenge” to the Tesla Semi , Chinese heavy truck manufacturer Windrose recently announced plans to build a new assembly plant in the US in a bid to sidestep heavy tariffs on electric vehicles made in China.

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

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2025 Ford Police Interceptor gains standard hybrid powertrain

Green Car Reports

Ford's 2025 Police Interceptor now has a standard hybrid powertrain Ford no longer sells Explorer hybrid to consumers A non-hybrid V-6 and twin-turbo V-6 remain optional for police-spec Explorers Ford has made a hybrid powertrain standard in its Explorer-derived police car for the 2025 model year. The hybrid powertrain was previously optional in.

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Quantum Cryptography Has Everyone Scrambling

Cars That Think

While the technology world awaits NIST’s latest “post-quantum” cryptography standards this summer, a parallel effort is underway to also develop cryptosystems that are grounded in quantum technology—what are called quantum-key distribution or QKD systems. As a result, India, China, and a range of technology organizations in the European Union and United States are researching and developing QKD and weighing standards for the nascent cryptography alternative.

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More Than Half Of All New Cars Sold In China In July Had A Plug

CleanTechnica EVs

Sales of "new energy vehicles in China, which includes plug-in hybrids, jumped in July thanks to new incentives. The post More Than Half Of All New Cars Sold In China In July Had A Plug appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla Semi factory near Giga Nevada shows construction progress

Teslarati

Tesla seems to be hard at work building its dedicated Semi factory near Giga Nevada. As per a recent drone flyover of the facility’s construction area, more footings have been set up in the location of the upcoming Tesla Semi factory. In late July, Tesla Semi Program Head Dan Priestley shared an image on social media depicting how the upcoming Tesla Semi factory would look like when it is completed.

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California Just Notched One of its Best Quarters Ever for New Zero-Emission Vehicle Sales

CleanTechnica EVs

What you need to know: California saw an increase in zero-emission vehicles sold last quarter as 1 in 4 new car buyers continue to choose alternatives to gasoline-powered cars and trucks. SACRAMENTO — In the second quarter of 2024, Californians purchased 118,181 zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) representing 25.7% of all new vehicle. [continued] The post California Just Notched One of its Best Quarters Ever for New Zero-Emission Vehicle Sales appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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ChargePoint introduces a new ‘Omni Port’ that combines Tesla and other EV plugs into one [Video]

Electrek

EV charging network ChargePoint has just introduced a new piece of technology to help ease the overall process for drivers, regardless of what make or model they own. The “Omni Port” ensures EV drivers can charge at any ChargePoint space, combining multiple charging plugs into one single port.

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

Brief

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Archer Unveils Los Angeles Air Mobility Network Ahead Of Major Worldwide Sporting Events

CleanTechnica EVs

Archer plans to launch the network in Los Angeles to replace one-to-two-hour drives with 10-20 minute electric flights Archer’s planned network includes take-off and landing locations at Los Angeles International Airport, University of Southern California, Orange County, Santa Monica, Hollywood Burbank, Long Beach and Van Nuys Archer is also coordinating.

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Archer Aviation announces plans for an eVTOL air mobility network coming to Los Angeles

Electrek

eVTOL developer Archer Aviation has just laid out some plans to help alleviate some of the nasty traffic around Los Angeles. Today, the company outlined an air mobility network it is developing for Southern California that will bring eVTOL air taxi rides to the public within the next two years.

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14-Year Battery Warranty for Double Decker, Sportiest Electric Volkswagen — EV News Roundup

CleanTechnica EVs

Thanks to the DNA of a new pure EV brand called AEHRA, Italy has gained international attention. Speaking of EV DNA, the company reflects on the freedom they had when they left internal combustion engines behind, saying that “Liberated from the need to accommodate a bulky internal combustion engine into. [continued] The post 14-Year Battery Warranty for Double Decker, Sportiest Electric Volkswagen — EV News Roundup appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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EVs and PHEVs outsell gas cars in China for the first time

Electrek

EVs and PHEVs made up a record half of car sales in China in July, the first time this milestone was achieved in the world’s largest auto market.

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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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Funding Notice: $43 Million Available for EV Battery Research & Development

CleanTechnica EVs

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced $43 million in funding for projects that will advance research, development, demonstration, and deployment (RDD&D) in several areas critical to the future of advanced batteries. The funding will drive innovations in low-cost electric vehicle (EV) battery electrode, cell, or pack manufacturing; improve.

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Elon Musk continues to siphon Tesla talent to train xAI’s Grok

Electrek

Elon Musk’s xAI has now hired over a dozen Tesla employees to its language model, Grok, amid a Tesla shareholders lawsuit over the issue.

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Dodge Charger Daytona Starts At $59,595 With Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust System

CleanTechnica EVs

The first all electric car from Dodge is rolling off the assembly line now and should be in showrooms shortly. The post Dodge Charger Daytona Starts At $59,595 With Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust System appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Kia’s affordable EV3 officially spotted in the US ahead of its upcoming debut [Images]

Electrek

After opening pre-orders in Korea starting at just $30,700 (KRW 42.08 million), Kia’s EV3 is already a social media sensation. Will the “game-changing” EV3 have the same effect in the US? Ahead of its official market debut, the EV3 was spotted testing in the US. Here’s when we can expect to see Kia’s new affordable EV in the US.

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Ford Mustang Mach-E breaks Guinness World Record with 569 miles on single charge

Electric Cars Report

A Ford Mustang Mach-E has officially clinched the Guinness World Record for the longest distance traveled by an electric car on a single charge. A UK-based team sponsored by Webfleet, a fleet management provider, achieved the remarkable feat on July 27th, covering 569.64 miles (916.74 km) in the electric SUV over a period of just […] The post Ford Mustang Mach-E breaks Guinness World Record with 569 miles on single charge appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Jeep puts the all-electric Wagoneer S to the test ahead of deliveries

Electrek

Jeep will finally launch its first fully electric SUV in the US later this year. Ahead of deliveries, Jeep is putting the Wagoneer S to the test in New Zealand’s tundra to ensure the EV meets the rugged SUV brand’s standards.

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How Fleets Can Minimize Risk When Sending Electric Vehicles Home To Charge

Green Fleet Magazine

Despite potential liability, an employee's home can be used as a budget-friendly, time-efficient EV fueling station through accurate reimbursement, rebates and incentive education, and proper training.

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ChargePoint's New Omni Port Works For Tesla Drivers. And Everyone Else

InsideEVs

Any EV, any parking space. Meet ChargePoint's answer to the plug wars, enabling drivers of all vehicles to charge at the same station.

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Tijuana Man Burns Tesla While Trying to Charge Directly Off Power Line Connection

The Truth About Cars

This has been a weird year for Tesla owners trying to improve the charging times of their vehicles. The so-called wet towel trick came and went, with the automaker issuing a warning against using water to speed things up. More recently, a man in Tijuana, Mexico, discovered that his idea to plug his Tesla directly into a power line via an illegal electric hookup was not a bright one.

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Chinese insurgents Zeekr and XPeng debut in Australia at Melbourne EV Expo

EV Central

The Chinese EV invasion has kicked up a notch with the formal debut of XPeng and Zeekr in Australia. The two luxury electric brands rolled out today at Electric Expo Melbourne 2024. They are two of at least one dozen new Chinese brands – mostly electric – expected on-sale in Australia by the end of 2025. 2024 Zeekr X. READ MORE: “Chinese luxury EVs will lead the world”: Meet the Australia-bound Zeekr 009 that has Mercedes, BMW and even Rolls-Royce in its sights READ MORE: XPeng confirms G9 SUV a

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Tesla is working through its giant Cybertruck backlog pretty fast

Electrek

Tesla is working through its giant backlog of over 1 million Cybertruck reservations pretty fast based on who it is inviting to configure.

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South Korea to hold emergency meeting to discuss EV fire safety

Teslarati

On Monday, July 12, 2024, South Korea’s environment ministry will hold an emergency meeting to discuss electric vehicle (EV) fire safety concerns after a blaze in an underground parking garage. South Korea’s land and industry ministries will attend the meeting next week. Other state bodies, including the National Fire Agency, will also attend. The South Korean government plans to announce comprehensive measures against EV fires after an electric Mercedez-Benz caught fire in an underground parkin

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Teslas Have The Lowest Maintenance Costs, Consumer Reports Finds

InsideEVs

Tesla owners paid the least out of pocket for total maintenance, not including faults or collision repairs.

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Listen to the Dodge Charger Daytona's Latest Fratzonic Exhaust System

The Truth About Cars

Electric vehicles don’t make much noise. So little, in fact, that automakers are required to install a system that projects sound at low speeds to alert pedestrians and other drivers to their presence. Dodge is dipping its toe into the EV pool with the upcoming Charger Daytona, and we finally got to hear its fabled Fratzonic Exhaust system, now in its third iteration after the car’s debut a couple of years ago.

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Cybertruck stalls, Windrose invades, & we talk EV3 with Kia’s James Bell

Electrek

In today’s truck-heavy episode of Quick Charge , we explore the Cybertruck’s sales slowdown, interview Kia’s James Bell about the future of the Korean brand’s commercial vehicle efforts, and talk about the new Chinese semi brand that’s coming to America.

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NHTSA Investigating Nissan Once Again

The Truth About Cars

Image: Nissan The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated a preliminary evaluation into 77,131 Nissan vehicles due to concerns with the steering tie rod. The investigation targets the 2021 Nissan Rogue crossover models following reports of inner tie rod failures that could result in a loss of steering control. The evaluation aims to determine the safety-related consequences, scope, frequency, and root cause of the alleged defect.

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BYD launches upgrade for its best-selling EV in Australia

The Driven EV News

New BYD Seal launched and set to deliver upgraded technology, faster charging and better "autopilot" capabilities. The post BYD launches upgrade for its best-selling EV in Australia appeared first on The Driven.

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At $219/mo, the VW ID.4 is now one of the best electric SUV lease deals out there

Electrek

VW yesterday cut 2024 ID.4 Standard lease prices by $30 per month, making it $219 per month, the lowest ID.4 lease price to date.

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Scientists create new method for terraforming Mars using dust particles

Innovation News Network

Researchers have developed an approach to terraforming Mars, potentially increasing the planet's temperature by over 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The post Scientists create new method for terraforming Mars using dust particles appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Automobili Pininfarina’s Batman-inspired B95 Gotham to make public debut in Monterey

Electrek

Months after unveiling a new Batman-inspired line of all-electric hypercars, Automobili Pininfarina will publicly debut the B95 Gotham during Monterey Car Week. This one-of-one BEV is worthy of the Bruce Wayne lifestyle, complete with 1,900 horsepower and an 0-60mph acceleration time under two seconds.