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UK Survey Finds 60% Of Car Buyers Turned Off By Elon Musk

CleanTechnica EVs

The UK’s Electrifying.com recently conducted a survey of car buyers in the UK. The survey found that “60% of car buyers now say Musks controversial reputation actively puts them off buying a Tesla,” the company writes. 60%! Is there any other company where 60% of potential buyers aren’t willing to. [continued] The post UK Survey Finds 60% Of Car Buyers Turned Off By Elon Musk appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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AIs and Robots Should Sound Robotic

Cars That Think

Most people know that robots no longer sound like tinny trash cans. They sound like Siri, Alexa, and Gemini. They sound like the voices in labyrinthine customer support phone trees. And even those robot voices are being made obsolete by new AI-generated voices that can mimic every vocal nuance and tic of human speech, down to specific regional accents.

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Australian Tesla clocks up 800,000 kms, and the savings are still huge

The Driven EV News

Australian Tesla Model S clocks up 800,000 kms. And it still driving like new and with just its second set of brake pads. The post Australian Tesla clocks up 800,000 kms, and the savings are still huge appeared first on The Driven.

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Watch The World's Fastest-Charging EV Hit 80% In 9 Minutes: 'Freaking Wild'

InsideEVs

The Zeekr 7X, with the 800-volt Golden Battery, is capable of adding 1,270 miles of range per hour.

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

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A quarter of Tesla’s earnings were due to recongnizing a $600 million gain on Bitcoin

Electrek

Roughly a quarter of Teslas earnings last quarter were due to recognizing a $600 million gain on Bitcoin. Tesla still came short of expectations.

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GM says its EVs are now "profit positive"

Green Car Reports

Not counting some long-term costs, GM EVs became profitable in Q4 High-priced Cadillac Escalade IQ and GMC Sierra EV models contribute to that 2024 GM EV sales summed about 189,000 for the year, targeting 300,000 in 2025 General Motors claims that, by at least one metric, its electric vehicles achieved profitability in the fourth quarter of 2024.

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Ford Mustang Mach-E NASCAR EV prototype gallops past gasoline

Green Car Reports

Ford on Thursday unveiled a prototype Mustang Mach-E electric SUV outfitted for NASCAR racing. The prototype, revealed at a preview event for the automaker's 2025 motorsports activities, is a Mach-E in name only and doesn't have much in common with the Mach-E road car. It combines Mach-E style bodywork with a carbon-fiber tub chassis and.

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Tesla announces third Megafactory as competition heats up

Electrek

Elon Musk announced that Tesla is already building a third Megafactory to produce more Megapacks just as the competition in the energy storage space heats up more

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Ford returns to Pikes Peak in 2025, with a twist on Mustang Mach-E

Green Car Reports

Ford will return to the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb with an electric vehicle this year, aiming for another impressive EV showing at the legendary race. The automaker confirmed Thursday in a press release that it would send a new one-off demonstrator based on the Mustang Mach-E to the 2025 Pikes Peak Hill Climb, scheduled for late June. It.

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Polestar unveils a new collection of ‘Arctic Circle’ EVs that will be shown off at an ice race [Video]

Electrek

Polestar has unveiled a new collection of one-off Arctic Circle EVs designed to showcase the brands performance DNA. The rally-inspired upgrades have now been applied to the Polestar 2, 3, and 4 EVs and were put through their paces in the frigid Arctic before they make their public debut at an ice race in Austria. See more in Polestars video below.

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

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Intel claims it can simplify EVs, boost range—with help from Karma

Green Car Reports

Could consolidate 50+ ECUs typical in new EVs to just a few Nets a 3-5% gain in efficiency and range, faster charging Simplifies assembly, cuts weight, extends reach of OTA updates Karma Kaveya EV arriving in 2026 is built on Intel architecture The idea of the software-defined vehicle is, it seems, a billion-dollar buzzword in today’s auto.

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CATL says Chinese ‘EIVs’ are surging because they are affordable and more advanced

Electrek

A new term is being used to describe Chinese electric vehicles. The latest buzzword in China is EIV, replacing the commonly used EV. According to CATLs co-chairman, Chinese EIVs, or Electric Intelligent Vehicles, are surging as affordable options that offer more advanced tech and capabilities than traditional gas-powered cars.

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Mitsubishi reportedly working on small electric SUV

Green Car Reports

The first of several planned new Mitsubishi electric vehicles will be a small electric SUV, reports Automotive News. This new model will arrive in the U.S. in the second half of 2026, according to the report, which cites comments from Mitsubishi executives to dealers at the 2025 National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) show in New Orleans as.

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Mitsubishi will finally launch its first EV in the US in 2026 and it may twin with the Nissan LEAF

Electrek

Mitsubishi confirmed plans to finally launch its first EV in the US in 2026. The new electric car is expected to look similar to Nissans next-generation LEAF, which will debut later this year.

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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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Sony Kills Recordable Blu-Ray And Other Vintage Media

Cars That Think

Physical media fans need not panic yetyoull still be able to buy new Blu-Ray movies for your collection. But for those who like to save copies of their own data onto the discs, the remaining options just became more limited: Sony announced last week that its ending all production of several recordable media formatsincluding Blu-Ray discs, MiniDiscs, and MiniDV cassetteswith no successor models.

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Range Rover’s first EV now has 57,000 buyers on the waitlist

Electrek

The wait is almost over. The Range Rover electric SUV will finally hit showrooms this year. As one of the most anticipated launches of 2025, Range Rovers first EV already has 57,000 buyers on the waitlist. Heres what you can expect from the luxury electric SUV.

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Volvo And Renault's New Flexis Vans Are Fast-Charging 'Skateboard' EVs

InsideEVs

The three vans sit on a new 800-volt platform that enables 20-minute charging top-ups to 80%.

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Toyota is still the world’s top automaker, but with EV sales at just 1%, how long will it last?

Electrek

Toyota maintained its title as the worlds top-selling automaker, with nearly 11 million vehicles sold in 2024. However, EV sales accounted for about 1% of Toyotas global volume as it continued to lag the industry. With rivals like BYD and Hyundai closing in, how long can Toyota keep its spot at the top?

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Can the Polestar 4 Save Polestar?

CleanTechnica EVs

There is no denying that Polestar is having some difficulty selling its electric cars globally. When the Polestar 2 first came out, they sold well and built a loyal following in Australia. However, as competition increased, they have lost market share and relevance. We visited the Brisbane showroom to meet. [continued] The post Can the Polestar 4 Save Polestar?

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This cool tech will turn existing fiber optics into smart sensors on Minnesota’s grid

Electrek

Not-for-profit power cooperative Great River Energy , which serves 1.7 million people across Minnesota and Wisconsin, has partnered with Prisma Photonics to roll out real-time monitoring technology across 90 miles of transmission lines in northern Minnesota. Prisma Photonics will provide its PrismaPower system to track threats like wildfires, ice, wind, and physical damage to the Minnesota grid.

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Tesla V4 Supercharger locations now output up to 325 kw

Green Car Reports

Tesla pushed an update to Supercharger V4 posts allowing 325-kw peak with Cybertruck True 500-kw, 800-volt charging comes later, with V4 cabinets Peak will be brief, but enough to shave a few minutes off total charge time Tesla claims to be getting 325 kw of power from its V4 Supercharger DC fast-charging stations. But if you're a Cybertruck.

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Chevrolet Equinox EV Winter Range Tested In Freezing Temps. It Didn’t Go Well

InsideEVs

It was -6 Fahrenheit when this owner set out with a full charge. He didn't get close to the EPA-estimated 307-mile range.

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Here’s our best look at the Kia EV4 so far, including the interior [Video]

Electrek

Kia confirmed it will launch the EV4 this year as it fills out a full lineup of popular EVs. According to Kia, the EV4 is an entirely new type of EV sedan with a distinct style and sports car-like proportions. However, its expected to be much cheaper than your average sports car. With its official debut around the corner, we are getting a closer look at what we can expect from the Kia EV4, including the inside.

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South coast town to become electric bus and truck manufacturing hub

The Driven EV News

NSW says Foton will create a new manufacturing facility to build electric buses and electric trucks. The post South coast town to become electric bus and truck manufacturing hub appeared first on The Driven.

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Ford Opens Orders for New $36,495 Ford Mustang Mach-E

CleanTechnica EVs

Ford has opened up orders for the 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E, which has a starting price of just $36,495. Last week, I wrote about 10 electric SUVs/crossovers that compete with the Tesla Model Y and could, in theory, see a lot more sales. The Ford Mustang Mach-E was one of. [continued] The post Ford Opens Orders for New $36,495 Ford Mustang Mach-E appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Nissan To Offer Buyouts and Cut Production

The Truth About Cars

The potential merger with Honda likely cant come soon enough for Nissan. Its looking to cut its workforce and plans to reduce production of two of its most important models as sales slide. Nissan said it would cut the second shift on the assembly lines responsible for building the Rogue and Altima at its Smyrna, TN, and Canton, MS plants. Its engine plant in Decherd, TN, will also see output cuts but wont lose any shifts.

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World Car Person of the Year — Stella Li

CleanTechnica EVs

If you follow the electric vehicle industry, you should know who Stella Li is. She’s the second most famous person at BYD, and she has been the leader of the company outside of China for several years. She’s the company’s Executive Vice President, and she just won an award that. [continued] The post World Car Person of the Year Stella Li appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla Texas lithium refinery produces its first spodumene

Teslarati

Tesla’s lithium refinery in Texas successfully produced its first spodumene, a lithium-containing concentrate. Tesla shared an update on the facility in its Q4 and FY 2024 Update Letter. According to Tesla, they produced their first spodumene 18 months after the refinery broke ground. The company states that it produced the spodumene “much faster than any plant we know of outside of Asia.

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Polestar's New Arctic Circle Collection Brings A Rally Car Vibe To EVs

InsideEVs

Dear Polestar: Yes, please.

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Tesla still on track to release more affordable models in 1H25

Teslarati

Tesla may have only recently announced the launch of the new Model Y, but it seems like the electric vehicle maker still has some exciting projects in store this year. More Affordable Models: As per Tesla’s Q4 2024 Update Letter , plans for new, more affordable models are still on track for the first half of 2025. “Plans for new vehicles, including more affordable models, remain on track for start of production in the first half of 2025,” Tesla wrote in its Q4 2024 Update Lette

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Tesla Investors Don't Think Cars Don't Matter Anymore

InsideEVs

Plus, Musk declares the EV range problem "solved" and Tesla tells automakers not to waste its time unless they're serious about FSD.

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Survey Labels Automotive Sector As ‘Most Disrupted’ Industry In The World

The Truth About Cars

A recent study from Alix Partners has claimed that the automotive sector is the most "disrupted" business sector going into 2025, based upon executive sentiment. However, this is allegedly not a terrible thing because the report likewise suggests that automakers are among those best suited to adapt to changing business models. The study is quite broad and largely reliant upon executive surveys for its data.

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Fantastic five: Deepal S07 ANCAP crash test finds new Tesla Model Y rival is one of the safest cars it’s tested

EV Central

The mid-size all-electric 2025 Deepal S07 has received a glowing endorsement from ANCAP. It equalled the latest Toyota Camry with the highest adult protection score (95) ever awarded under the latest 2023-2025 crash testing protocols. According to the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) the all-new Tesla Model Y rival received a very respectable 86 for child occupant protection, 74 for pedestrian impact and a decent 78 for its safety assist systems.

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Velotric Valentine’s sale offers $800 in e-bike savings from $999, EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max and RIVER 3 Plus flash sales, more

Electrek

We have a condensed selection of solid savings in todays Green Deals, with Velotrics Valentines Day sale taking the lead with up to $700 in initial e-bike price cuts, as well as an additional $100 taken off orders of any two models. Its the perfect chance to fall in love with the popular 2024 Discover 1 Plus e-bike while its down at $1,199 , among others.

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