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Subaru Forester and Crosstrek hybrids aim for mpg, power boost

Green Car Reports

The next-generation hybrid system to be used in the Subaru Forester and Crosstrek will likely offer a step up in horsepower when it reaches the U.S. in these models. Subaru confirmed the Forester Hybrid at the 2023 Los Angeles auto show. Due to arrive at U.S. dealerships late next year as a 2026 model, it's already been spotted testing. This will.

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Ampersand Scales Nairobi Electric Motorcycle Manufacturing Capacity To Meet Kenya’s Growing Demand For Electric Motorcycles

CleanTechnica EVs

New Nairobi factory triples production capacity in Kenya, fueling the county’s transition to electric motorcycles. Ampersand now has 1150 bikes on the roads of Nairobi. There are over 2 million internal combustion engine motorcycles in Kenya. Motorcycles are mainly used as public transport vehicles in Kenya. These motorcycle taxis are. [continued] The post Ampersand Scales Nairobi Electric Motorcycle Manufacturing Capacity To Meet Kenya’s Growing Demand For Electric Motorcycles appeared first on

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Tesla is making it easier for iPhone users to access key car controls

Teslarati

Tesla has released its latest update for the iOS mobile app this week, including a useful feature that makes it easier to access key car controls from an iPhone. On Friday, Tesla launched mobile app v4.38.0 on iOS, including a feature that lets owners add certain car commands to the control center on their iPhone. Owners will now be able to access controls such as lock, climate control, charging port access, honk, and even fart from the convenience of the swipe-up control center menu.

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Tesla Reaches 60,000 Superchargers

CleanTechnica EVs

Sometimes it’s nice to just get some simple, old-fashioned, positive stories from Tesla. At its core, Tesla — more than 100,000 Tesla employees — are producing great electric cars, rolling our Tesla Superchargers, and spreading clean technologies around the world. I know, the Supercharger team was supposed to be kaput. [continued] The post Tesla Reaches 60,000 Superchargers appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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

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Amazon is powering up its electric delivery vans with the power of AI

Electrek

Amazon is using a new, proprietary AI solution called Vision-Assisted Package Retrieval (VAPR) to reduce the time and effort it takes for delivery drivers to locate packages in their vans. Is it a game-changer, or more AI VAPR-ware?

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Rivian failed to pay $204M after bringing motors in-house, says supplier

Teslarati

One of Rivian’s former suppliers is currently suing the electric vehicle (EV) maker, claiming that it failed to pay a reimbursement clause for cancellations on a contract for electric motors. Rivian last year moved to bring the production of its EV motors in-house, effectively cancelling a supply deal with Bosch after claiming the supplier had “reckless failures” in delivering the number of motors needed.

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Ford to replace Tesla NACS adapters, warning of damaged charging ports

Teslarati

Ford has announced that customers should no longer use the North American Charging Standard (NACS) adapters that it initially shipped to electric vehicle (EV) owners, now saying the hardware could cause charging speed issues. This week, Ford issued a post on its website warning customers to avoid using the Tesla NACS adapters it previously sent to EV owners, noting that it could result in port damage and a potential reduction in charging speeds over time.

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Voltera set to expand electric semi truck infrastructure with two new stations

Electrek

This week, Voltera announced it was expanding its electric vehicle charging infrastructure network with the addition of two new ZEV infrastructure development sites strategically positioned across key transit hubs in California.

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Desperate Trouble In The US May Force Volkswagen To Rethink Scout Brand

CleanTechnica EVs

Volkswagen North America is in desperate trouble, with sales of the ID.4 falling fast. What to do? Fire the manager, of course. The post Desperate Trouble In The US May Force Volkswagen To Rethink Scout Brand appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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EU citizens can sue over health problems caused by missed emissions targets

Electrek

According to the latest estimates from the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly 300,000 people die each year from respiratory illness caused by poor air quality, with millions more falling ill. Now, European citizens might be able to claim compensation for health problems caused by failure to comply with pollution limits.

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

Brief

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It Ain’t Easy Being A Hybrid Engine

CleanTechnica EVs

A recent video over at the Engineering Explained YouTube channel shares a fact that may surprise many readers: the engines in hybrids have a rougher life than those in normal non-hybrid ICE vehicles. While it’s true that they’re spared some of the worst punishment an ICE typically suffers, there are. [continued] The post It Ain’t Easy Being A Hybrid Engine appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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See the electric motorcycles Russian soldiers are now using

Electrek

Russians have begun testing a locally-made electric motorcycle for combat use in their war against Ukraine. It is no secret that the nearly three-year-long invasion has led to significant Russian losses including thousands of destroyed tanks and other military vehicles. Now the Russians appear to be getting even more creative with their military vehicle selection.

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Adventurer Circles Lake Superior In An F-150 Lightning

CleanTechnica EVs

The North Light Photographic Workshops channel on YouTube recently shared a pretty cool story: a journey circling Lake Superior not only with an electric pickup truck, but pulling a small travel trailer along for the ride. Let’s first look at the video, and then I’ll summarize it for people who’d. [continued] The post Adventurer Circles Lake Superior In An F-150 Lightning appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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E-quipment highlight: Kubota Ze zero-turn electric lawn mowers

Electrek

Kubota’s Ze-421 and Ze-481 model zero-turn electric lawn mowers are the latest in the company’s Ze Electric Zero-Turn range, promising reduced maintenance, simpler operation, and higher levels of operator comfort. The big question now is: when will they be available in the US ?

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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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Forget Screens. Hyundai Wants To Bring Controls To Your Windshield

InsideEVs

Hyundai's high-tech parts arm and German optical company Zeiss are working on a way to move on from screens. Will it be better?

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2025 BYD Sealion 7 review: Electric newcomer brings tech, space to fight Tesla, Zeekr, Xpeng, Deepal and Leapmotor

EV Central

BYD is the only brand currently giving Tesla some serious competition in the EV market. Between the two brands they account for more than 60 percent of EV sales in Australia. And the upcoming BYD Sealion 7 is the car that goes for the jugular of Tesla: the Model Y. READ MORE: BYD Sealion 7 upgrades battery ahead of 2025 Aussie debut READ MORE: Facelifted BYD to get 800V charging, redesigned interior READ MORE: BYD Seal Performance review: Quickest BYD takes on Tesla Model 3 The mid-sized SUV th

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Watch How This 12-Bay EV Charging Station Was Installed In Just A Few Hours

InsideEVs

It has a bunch of solar panels on the roof and there’s also a battery-equipped model on offer.

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Allego to install 212 charge points at 45 locations in Belgium

Electric Cars Report

Ascencio, an investor in retail real estate, and Allego, a leading European provider of electric vehicle charging solutions, have signed a partnership agreement to install electric vehicle chargers in Ascencio’s car parks. Once the technical usage analyses have been completed and the necessary permits obtained, the two partner companies will expand the network of charging […] The post Allego to install 212 charge points at 45 locations in Belgium appeared first on Electric Cars Repor

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Planning to buy Toyota Innova Hycross? You may have to wait this long

Baua Electric

By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 20 Oct 2024, 08:39 AM Toyota Innova Hycross MPV’s waiting period has been further reduced in October 2024. Toyota Innova Hycross MPV’s waiting period has been further reduced in October 2024. The Toyota Innova Hycross has been one of the most -in-demand premium MPVs in India since its launch in the country.

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Voltera Expands Electric Truck Charging Infrastructure with Two New Charging Hubs in California

Electric Cars Report

Voltera, a US-based operator of charging infrastructure for zero-emission vehicle fleets, announced the acquisition of two new ZEV infrastructure development sites. This brings the company’s total portfolio to 22 sites strategically positioned across key transit hubs in California, Texas, Georgia, Arizona, and Florida. This portfolio of sites underscores Voltera’s commitment to supporting the growing demand […] The post Voltera Expands Electric Truck Charging Infrastructure with Two New Ch

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Voltera set to expand electric semi truck infrastructure with two new stations

Baua Electric

This week, Voltera announced it was expanding its electric vehicle charging infrastructure network with the addition of two new ZEV infrastructure development sites strategically positioned across key transit hubs in California. The first newly acquired site covers 0.85 acres off the Pacific Coast Highway in Wilmington, CA, and is strategically located just four miles from the Port of Long Beach and five miles from the Port of Los Angeles.

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Tesla offering another round of free trials for FSD Supervised

Teslarati

Tesla has launched another round of free trials for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised software, just over a week after the company unveiled its Cybercab and Robovan autonomous vehicle platforms. Customers in both the U.S. and Canada received emails this week about another 30-day free trial of FSD Supervised, coming as the second time Tesla has launched such a program (via Not a Tesla App ).

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EU citizens can sue over health problems caused by missed emissions targets

Baua Electric

According to the latest estimates from the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly 300,000 people die each year from respiratory illness caused by poor air quality, with millions more falling ill. Now, European citizens might be able to claim compensation for health problems caused by failure to comply with pollution limits. In Spain alone, more than 21,000 people were said to have died from similar causes last year (with “suspended particles” being called out as the specific culprit).

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Elon Musk responds to calls for Tesla to buy Rivian

Teslarati

Tesla CEO Elon Musk responded to calls for his EV maker to buy competing startup Rivian, in what would be a monumental merger between two industry-leading companies. Musk was in Philadelphia on Friday night for an event ahead of the U.S. presidential election as he was attempting to help former U.S. President Donald Trump swing Pennsylvania. The stop is one of several Musk has planned in the Keystone State.

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E-quipment highlight: Kubota Ze zero-turn electric lawn mowers

Baua Electric

Kubota’s Ze-421 and Ze-481 model zero-turn electric lawn mowers are the latest in the company’s Ze Electric Zero-Turn range, promising reduced maintenance, simpler operation, and higher levels of operator comfort. The big question now is: when will they be available in the US ? Kubota first announced the Ze electric mowers late last year , but it wasn’t until late this summer that many would-be customers had the chance to experience them at the Kubota Mowers Demo Day.

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Kia Carnival fuel efficiency revealed

Baua Electric

By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 19 Oct 2024, 17:00 PM Kia Carnival comes in just one colour option and one variant. It is priced at ₹ 63.90 lakh ex-showroom. Kia Carnival is offered in just one variant that too comes as a CKD in India. Kia India launched the new generation of the Carnival in the Indian market. It comes to our shores through the Completely Knocked Down or CKD route and is priced at ₹ 63.9 lakh ex-showroom.

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Amazon is powering up its electric delivery vans with the power of AI

Baua Electric

Amazon is using a new, proprietary AI solution called Vision-Assisted Package Retrieval (VAPR) to reduce the time and effort it takes for delivery drivers to locate packages in their vans. Is it a game-changer, or more AI VAPR-ware? Somewhat lost in the hype surrounding the Tesla “We, Robot” event on 10/10 was an AI press release from Amazon that promises to improve the lives of the people who use it today, rather than two years from now.

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See the electric motorcycles Russian soldiers are now using

Baua Electric

Russians have begun testing a locally-made electric motorcycle for combat use in their war against Ukraine. It is no secret that the nearly three-year-long invasion has led to significant Russian losses including thousands of destroyed tanks and other military vehicles. Now the Russians appear to be getting even more creative with their military vehicle selection.

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Porsche uncovers the 2024 911 GT3 and GT3 Touring: A 25th anniversary milestone

Baua Electric

By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 19 Oct 2024, 14:51 PM The 2024 911 GT3 combines lightweight construction and advanced aerodynamics for enhanced handling. It also comes with an improved suspension and an optional Touring package. --> The 2024 911 GT3 combines lightweight construction and advanced aerodynamics for enhanced handling. It also comes with an improved suspension and an o … The 2024 911 GT3 combines lightweight construction and advanced aerodynamics for enhanced handling.

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Subaru Forester and Crosstrek hybrids aim for mpg, power boost

Baua Electric

The next-generation hybrid system to be used in the Subaru Forester and Crosstrek will likely offer a step up in horsepower when it reaches the U.S. in these models. Subaru confirmed the Forester Hybrid at the 2023 Los Angeles auto show. Due to arrive at U.S. dealerships late next year as a 2026 model, it’s already been spotted testing. 2025 Subaru Forester This will be the first time Subaru has offered a hybrid version of the Forester in the U.S., but it previously sold a Crosstrek Hybrid

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