Green Car Reports
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Merger talks between Honda and Nissan might begin The merger would put the automakers under holding company The merger could be a lifeline for Nissan Honda and Nissan are close to starting merger talks aimed at fending off electric-vehicle competition, reports Nikkei. The Japanese news daily reported on Tuesday that Honda and Nissan are close to.
InsideEVs
DECEMBER 18, 2024
We knew Honda and Nissan were entering into a technical partnership. Now a merger may be in the cards to save a struggling Nissan.
Green Car Reports
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Honda will unveil prototypes of its 0 Series electric vehicles at CES in Las Vegas on Jan. 7, 2025. The pair of prototypes follow initial concept versions unveiled at CES 2024 this past January, and preview production models due in 2026. A teaser image shows one vehicle that appears to retain the general shape of the Honda Saloon concept shown at.
Electrek
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Californias new building codes will require EV chargers in most new overnight parking spots starting in 2026, going a big way towards solving the only actual problem with EVs.
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Green Car Reports
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Ram now plans its first electric truck for a 2026 launch Series-hybrid Ramcharger on track for the first half of 2025 Stellantis—without a permanent CEO—says battery-electric demand is slowing The all-electric Ram 1500 REV full-size pickup truck has been delayed once again, with the series hybrid Ram 1500 Ramcharger now due to arrive.
InsideEVs
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The boxy electric crossover will go into production in 2026 alongside a wedge-shaped sedan.
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Electrek
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Teslas head of Gigafactory Shanghai, Song Gang, who is behind a lot of the automakers manufacturing success, confirmed that he left the company.
Green Car Reports
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday declined to hear a challenge to California's emissions authority, allowing the state to, for the time being, continue with plans to gradually phase out sales of new internal-combustion vehicles. The Court denied a petition by Ohio and other states to consider the merits of challenges by oil and gas companies to.
Electrek
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Walmart is working with community solar developer and operator Nexamp to build 31 community solar farms across the US.
InsideEVs
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Ram will open orders for the Ramcharger pickup in the first half of 2025.
Electrek
DECEMBER 18, 2024
General Motors (GM) and EV charging network ChargePoint announced they are joining efforts toinstall hundreds of ultra-fast EV charging ports across the US. Additionally, those new chargers will include ChargePoints recently released Omni Port technology, enabling both NACS- and CCS-equipped EVs to charge seamlessly.
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 18, 2024
We’ve long been waiting for a new, facelifted Tesla Model Y (“Model Y Juniper”) to launch following the launch of the new, facelifted Tesla Model 3 (“Model 3 Highland”). After all, they are mostly the same vehicle the Model Y being just a bit taller and longer. Initially, about. [continued] The post New Tesla Model Y with Facelift Going into Production in January Report appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The refreshed Model Y, codenamed Juniper, expected to have similar features as the refreshed Highland Model 3 , is will start mass production in China next month, according to local media.
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Berlin’s BVG transit system has received the world’s first series-produced electric bus with a battery passport: the Solaris Urbino 18 electric. In a press statement, Solaris said the deliveries put BVG three years ahead of EU regulations, which will require a battery passport in all electric vehicles starting in 2027. [continued] The post Solaris to Deliver First EU Battery PassportCompliant Buses appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Teslarati
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Tesla has reportedly lost its plant manager at the Gigafactory Shanghai plant in China. Song Gang, who has been with Tesla for six years, confirmed in an internal memo seen by Reuters that his time with the electric automaker has come to a close. As of this writing, he has not updated the experience portion of his LinkedIn page, as it states he is still the Vice President of Manufacturing at Gigafactory Shanghai.
The Driven EV News
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Low income households and frontline workers - such as police, health professionals and teachers - will get access to $150 million of low cost loans to help remove barriers to EV ownership. The post Low income and frontline workers to access cut price loans in new bid to boost EV sales appeared first on The Driven.
Electrek
DECEMBER 18, 2024
After it was spotted for the first time in public, BYDs new electric sports car looks ready to take on the Porsche 911. With influence from former Lamborghini and Audi designer Wolfgang Egger, the new EV sports car is almost ready for its big debut.
Teslarati
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Amazon announced a major milestone in its electric vehicle transition, officially bringing 20,000 Rivian EDVs (electric delivery vans) into its fleet. Back in 2019 , Amazon announced its Climate Pledge to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. Part of the Pledge included a partnership with Rivian for 100,000 all-electric delivery vehicles. The goal was to have all EDVs on the road and in the Amazon fleet by 2030.
Electrek
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The worlds leading EV battery maker wants to make gas stations a thing of the past. On Wednesday, CATL revealed ambitious plans to expand its EV battery swap network with ten new models. By swapping batteries, EV drivers can get a fully charged pack within two minutes. Thats even quicker than filling up your gas tank.
Green Car Reports
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Rivian reworked battery and propulsion hardware, boosting range and efficiency R1S and R1T get retuned ride and handling, quieter cabins A simplified electrical architecture, revamped interface, new modes Yes, the 2025 Rivian R1S electric SUV looks almost exactly the same as it did last year. And yet it’s a Green Car Reports’ Best Car.
Electrek
DECEMBER 18, 2024
A youth-led climate lawsuit won another historic decision today, with the Montana Supreme Court upholding a 2023 ruling that the state must consider climate change and environmental protections in the approval process for new energy projects.
EV Central
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The federal government has moved to make the purchase of new and used electric vehicles more affordable. It is backing a scheme in co-operation with the Commonwealth Bank to cut up to five per cent off the coast of a loan to buy an EV and related household EV charging equipment. The government estimates the low interest loan could save EV buyers more than $8000 off a $40000 loan with a seven-year term – on top of savings from ending petrol bills.
Electrek
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Jaguars radical new EV has been the center of attention over the past few weeks. For better or worse, the British automaker is plowing ahead with plans to turn sales around with a new lineup of ultra-luxury electric models. As it prepares for a new era, Jaguars first EV, an electric 4-door GT, was just spotted in public. Check out the video of the controversial model below.
The Driven EV News
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Low income households and frontline workers - such as police, health professionals and teachers - will get access to $150 million of low cost loans to help remove barriers to EV ownership. The post Low income and frontline worker to access cut price loans in new bid to boost EV sales appeared first on The Driven.
The Truth About Cars
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Today's QOTD will likely kick up a hornet's nest. Even though the answer should be "yes" for everyone. We all should wear our seatbelts, reminders or not. But I know some folks don't. I also know some people who buckle up religiously in the front seat or when riding in the rear with friends and family, but get lazy when in a taxi or Uber. I've been guilty of that in the past -- I am a strict belter when driving, but have occasionally not belted when in a Chicago or NYC taxi.
Electrek
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Stellantis has announced that it is pushing ahead the launch of its range-extended Ram 1500 Ramcharger before the release of the Ram 1500 REV, the automakers first BEV light-duty pickup truck. The Ram brand originally planned to launch the Ram 1500 BEV in the first half of 2025.
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 18, 2024
BYD news has been flying in. Here are a few more stories. BYD Seal Wins Prestigious Japan Car of the Year Award BYD is on a roll, but even with that said, I was a bit shocked to see it winning a Japan Car of the Year award! A Chinese. [continued] The post BYD Seal Wins a Japan Car of the Year Award 1st Chinese Car to Achieve This! appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Honda announced it will be back at CES this year, unveiling the next phase of its new 0 Series line of EVs. At this years event in Las Vegas, Honda intends to unveil two prototype EVs based on the concepts that debuted a year prior. This will be our next look at Hondas 0 Series progress as it looks to bring these two initial models to market in 2026.
EV Central
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The 2025 Toyota Urban Cruiser has been unwrapped in Europe and has already been confirmed for right-hand drive markets like the UK where it will be-on sale before the end of next year. Lining up alongside the Toyota bZ4X in its all-electric car offering, the Toyota Urban Cruiser has yet to be confirmed officially for our market. Pricing for Europe hasn’t been released yet either.
Electrek
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Ford is struggling to stay afloat in Europe. The company is restructuring its business overseas with plans to drastically reduce its workforce. With slowing orders and weak demand for its EVs, many doubt Fords future in the region. A new survey underlines how strong the doubts about Fords future viability in the European car market are.
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 18, 2024
In the middle of 2024, I documented the remarkable disappearance of claims of environmental virtue from the websites and social media of Canadian oil and gas companies and the lobbying groups they employed. Overnight, the degree of factual accuracy on their public sites went up by a remarkable amount. Why? [continued] The post It’s Against The Law In Canada To Call Hydrogen Buses Zero Emissions appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Im a bit of a bike lock collector. After having my favorite e-bike stolen a few years ago (as well as several less favorite bikes stolen over the years), Ive gotten much more serious about security. After testing the LITELOK X1 , I can tell you that this lock is so overbuilt that I even use it on my electric scooters and motorcycles.
Green Fleet Magazine
DECEMBER 18, 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, were reflecting on the years most impactful sustainability news and features.
Electrek
DECEMBER 18, 2024
You can now lease a Fiat 500e for zero down and zero dollars a month before taxes or, well, at least some customers can.
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