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These US states come up short on public chargers per EV

Green Car Reports

The total number of U.S. EV charging stations has increased by 32% since 2023, but that growth has been unevenly distributed among the states, Here Technologies found in a new study. Here, which provides map data to automakers for use with navigation systems and location-based services, ranked charging infrastructure based on how far EV drivers.

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Boston Dynamics and Toyota Research Team Up on Robots

Cars That Think

Today, Boston Dynamics and the Toyota Research Institute (TRI) announced a new partnership “to accelerate the development of general-purpose humanoid robots utilizing TRI’s Large Behavior Models and Boston Dynamics’ Atlas robot.” Committing to working towards a general purpose robot may make this partnership sound like a every other commercial humanoid company right now, but that’s not at all that’s going on here: BD and TRI are talking about fundamental robotics research, focusing on hard probl

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Tesla Autopilot Director Ashok Elluswamy promoted to VP of AI Software

Teslarati

Tesla Director of Autopilot Software Ashok Elluswamy has been promoted to Vice President of AI Software. The promotion was listed on the Tesla executive’s personal LinkedIn page. Elluswamy has been with Tesla for 10 years and 10 months as of writing. His long tenure in the electric vehicle maker started in January 2014, when he was hired as a Software Engineer for Tesla’s Autopilot program.

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EV Leases Soar in USA — Thanks, Inflation Reduction Act

CleanTechnica EVs

I’ve gotten a lot more background on how the EV lease element of the Inflation Reduction Act came to be what it is. It’s an interesting story for another day. But a key here today is that leasing has become a much bigger portion of electric vehicle sales in the. [continued] The post EV Leases Soar in USA — Thanks, Inflation Reduction Act appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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

emissions global warming Norway climate change carbon dioxide youtube lighting

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Elon Musk confirms Tesla Semi will see worldwide release

Teslarati

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has confirmed that the Tesla Semi will be sold worldwide. This should allow the Tesla Semi to make a difference in the emissions of the transportation sector in markets across the globe. Musk’s update came as a response to a video posted by the official Tesla Manufacturing account , which featured the Gigafactory Berlin team checking out the Semi.

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BMW CEO says Europe needs to cancel the 2035 gas-engine ban

Green Car Reports

Europe needs to rethink its looming ban on vehicles with a gas engine, according to BMW's CEO BMW CEO Oliver Zips said the ban will force automakers to rely on China There's concern about battery supply and competing with Chinese EVs BMW CEO Oliver Zipse on Tuesday called for an end to Europe's planned phaseout of new internal-combustion vehicle.

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Tesla To Get Into LFP Battery Production — As Max Holland Predicted 4 Years Ago

CleanTechnica EVs

I recall in the early days of the modern electric vehicle era when the Tesla Model S and the BYD e6 were top selling electric cars. The BYD e6? Well, if you know, you know. If you weren’t around back then, or even if you were and need a refresher, [continued] The post Tesla To Get Into LFP Battery Production — As Max Holland Predicted 4 Years Ago appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla Robotaxi Network expected to scale before competitors

Teslarati

Long-time TSLA bull ARK Invest expects Tesla’s Robotaxi Network to scale before competitors also offering autonomous ride-hailing platforms. ARK doesn’t expect Tesla to be the first to offer expansive fully autonomous ride-hailing services. However, it does expect Tesla to be the first to scale, which may result in the car maker taking up a larger market share in the autonomous ride-hailing industry.

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Over Half of All US EV Sales in 2023 Were SUVs — Make it 100%

CleanTechnica EVs

Vehicles Contribute 51% of a Household’s Carbon Footprint In our car-centric society, many of us recognize the benefits of public transportation, bicycles, and walking. We need more and better options. Still, since we’re not there yet … we need other solutions. I discover a new, high-quality electric SUV every day. [continued] The post Over Half of All US EV Sales in 2023 Were SUVs — Make it 100% appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla Robotaxi Network predicted to launch sooner than expected

Teslarati

ARK Invest’s Director of Investment Analysis & Institutional Strategies, Tasha Keeney, predicts that Tesla will launch its Robotaxi Network by 2025 or 2026. Keeney states that Tesla doesn’t necessarily need the Cybercab to launch its Robotaxi Network. Keeney and ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood attended Tesla’s “We, Robot” event on October 10. The pair was seen patiently waiting for a ride in the newly unveiled Tesla Cybercab , which will be the backbone of the company’s Robotaxi Network.

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

Brief

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Large-scale electric vehicle adoption can drive billions in health benefits

Innovation News Network

A University of Toronto study reveals that the large-scale adoption of electric vehicles could lead to significant public health benefits. The post Large-scale electric vehicle adoption can drive billions in health benefits appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Tesla Gigafactory Expansion Approved In Germany

CleanTechnica EVs

For a while now, I’ve been wondering how much Tesla is holding back on expanding its production capacity due to a lack of need for it. It seems Tesla has to roll out a series of incentives in order to stimulate more consumer demand quarter after quarter, and has had. [continued] The post Tesla Gigafactory Expansion Approved In Germany appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Major electric motorcycle maker Energica files for bankruptcy

Electrek

The Italian electric motorcycle maker Energica has officially declared that it is ceasing operations and entering bankruptcy proceedings, ending speculation about the company’s precarious financial situation.

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This Tesla Cybertruck Trailer Looks Amazing

CleanTechnica EVs

I’m not going to be getting a Tesla Cybertruck. I prefer smaller vehicles and the Cybertruck doesn’t really have any draw for me. However, if I was in a phase of my life where I wanted to and was able to go around the country camping in national parks and. [continued] The post This Tesla Cybertruck Trailer Looks Amazing appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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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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Quantum error correction breakthrough revolutionises quantum computing

Innovation News Network

Discover how a hybrid quantum error correction technique is revolutionising quantum computing by enhancing efficiency and fault tolerance. The post Quantum error correction breakthrough revolutionises quantum computing appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Pouring Resources Into AI — Does It End Well? Will Diminishing Returns On FSD Sink Tesla?

CleanTechnica EVs

I wrote an article the other day titled “Tesla Proved Many People Wrong For Years — Is This Time The Same, Or Different?” The core points of the article were these: Many people said Tesla couldn’t do what it ended up doing at many stages of the company’s development. I. [continued] The post Pouring Resources Into AI — Does It End Well?

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Tesla Robotaxi Cybercab wireless charging speed teased

Teslarati

During the “We, Robot” event, CEO Elon Musk highlighted that the Cybercab would not be equipped with a NACS port. Instead, it would feature an inductive charging system. Videos from attendees of the Robotaxi unveiling event now indicate that Tesla actually teased some details about the Cybercab’s wireless charger. Tesla’s livestream of “We, Robot” cut away from the stage when Musk was discussing the wireless charging capabilities of the Cybercab.

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Volkswagen ID. Buzz Gets Boost From Electrify America

CleanTechnica EVs

If you’ve been waiting for years for the futuristic electric throwback to the iconic Volkswagen Bus, the ID. Buzz, you’ll be heartened to know it’s almost here. Volkswagen’s US website says that it’s arriving in late fall 2024. That’s soon! In connection with the highly anticipated rollout, Electrify America announced.

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Tesla launches Supercharger network in Chile, a first entry South America

Electrek

Tesla has officially launched its Supercharger network in Chile, which is the automaker’s first entry in South America. The automaker.

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1st Police Cybertruck — Tesla Cybertruck DARE Truck

CleanTechnica EVs

The Tesla Cybertruck, if it is anything, is unique. It stands out, a lot. It also has aspects to it that must make it very appealing as a police vehicle. So, it’s no surprise to find out that a police department, the Irvine Police Department to be specific, has customized. [continued] The post 1st Police Cybertruck — Tesla Cybertruck DARE Truck appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla transfers $770 million worth of Bitcoin holdings

Teslarati

Tesla recently transferred $770 million worth of Bitcoin holdings to new digital addresses. The transactions were Tesla’s entire Bitcoin holdings of 11,509 BTC and occurred over a few days. The last time Tesla touched its Bitcoin wallets was 2022. According to Yahoo Finance , Tesla is the third-largest Bitcoin holder among public companies. The other two public companies with large Bitcoin holdings are MicroStrategy and MARA, formerly Marathon Digital.

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This Explains Why GM Ditched The Ultium EV Battery Label

CleanTechnica EVs

GM is laying plans for the EV battery of the future, including new cost-cutting, performance-enhancing atomic layer deposition technology. The post This Explains Why GM Ditched The Ultium EV Battery Label appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Hyundai’s supplier is building a new EV parts plant in Slovakia to conquer European market

Electrek

Hyundai Motor Group’s supplier, Hyundai Mobis , is investing around $256 million (350 billion won) in building new plants in Slovakia for EV parts. The base will include Hyundai’s first EV power systems production plant in the region, a “key bridgehead for conquering the European electrification market.

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EV Sales In China, US, & UK Increased In September, Decreased in EU

CleanTechnica EVs

To me, CleanTechnica seems like the best source of EV sales news. Particularly because Zach regularly gets into the weeds and trends on the sales of various brands and models. Some of CleanTechnica’s contributors from outside the US, such as Jose Pontes and Dr. Maximilian Holland, help fill in the gaps. [continued] The post EV Sales In China, US, & UK Increased In September, Decreased in EU appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Hagerty’s Tesla Cybertruck ICONS episode wins Best Journalism Film award

Teslarati

Automotive motoring media firm Hagerty’s ICONS video on the Tesla Cybertruck has won “Best Journalism Film” at the 2024 International Motor Film Awards. The award was celebrated by Tesla Cybertruck Lead Engineer Wes Morrill, who shared some insights behind the ICONS episode’s creation. Hagerty’s Cybertruck ICONS episode with host Jason Cammisa was one of the first legitimate reviews that were published about the all-electric pickup truck.

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Ford is paying dealers up to $22,500 to sell F-150 Lightning models through a new program

Electrek

Ford dealers just got a significant new incentive to move F-150 Lighting inventory. Through a new pilot program, Ford will pay dealers up to $22,500 for every F-150 Lightning model restocked from a Retail Replenishment Center.

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2025 Nissan Murano Steals Looks from Ariya

The Truth About Cars

Nissan has introduced a new Murano midsize crossover for 2025, appearing to take much in terms of styling choices from the all-electric Ariya. But it is not electric, of course, nor even a hybrid. Under the hood in an industry standard 2.0L turbocharged four-banger making 241 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. Those numbers are inverted compared to the old 3.5L V6, by the way.

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Ford’s reborn Capri EV now en route to first customers in Europe

Electrek

The legend is back for the first time in nearly four decades. Ford’s new Capri EV is headed to the first customers across Europe. Following the electric Explorer, the new Capri is Ford’s second EV based on Volkswagen’s MEB platform.

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Starlink receives praise from healthcare providers

Teslarati

Starlink received praise from healthcare providers in Rwanda recently. Pilot tests for SpaceX’s Starlink internet services started in Rwanda in 2023. The aerospace company collaborated with the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change to get Starlink’s pilot tests running in Rwanda. By June last year, the Rwandan Government had installed Starlink at 40 health centers across a few regions, including Rusizi, Rulindo, and Kigali.

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Serve Robotics unveils Gen3 autonomous delivery robots to help scale services across the US

Electrek

Autonomous sidewalk delivery specialist Serve Robotics has just unveiled its third generation of robots that are faster, smarter, tougher, and a fraction of the cost to manufacture. With production now underway, Serve looks to deploy these upgraded delivery robots soon as a critical component in its plans to expand its services across the entire United States.

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GM to Lean On Virtual Design and Testing to Cut Costs

The Truth About Cars

Developing and manufacturing new vehicles is not for the faint of heart. The costs and time involved are so extreme that only the most well-funded and compelling newcomers survive, but GM is taking steps to trim its costs. The company recently said it would move to a completely virtual design and validation system as soon as next year. Beyond the costs, GM said new vehicle rollouts need to happen faster, making the move to digital processes necessary.

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Zeekr launches EV brand in Australia with rooftop test ride experiences

The Driven EV News

Zeekr launches brand in Australia with test rides, sneak peeks into luxury people movers and more. The post Zeekr launches EV brand in Australia with rooftop test ride experiences appeared first on The Driven.

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GM President Set A New Speed Record Behind the Wheel of a 2025 Corvette ZR1

The Truth About Cars

Top-speed runs are usually reserved for the most expensive and exclusive vehicles around, but an American brand’s latest attempt shows that extreme speed isn’t reserved for the most elite among us. General Motors president Mark Reuss recently took a new Chevy Corvette ZR1 to a record top speed for cars under $1 million, placing it in the ranks of vehicles costing several times more.

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Genesis G80 EV gets a massive $22,500 lease incentive on 2024 models

Electrek

The Genesis Electrified G80 is getting an update for 2025, but the 2024 model still embodies just about everything you probably think of when hear the words “luxury sedan.” And now, Genesis is offering huge incentives to clear out its remaining 2024 models.

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