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2024 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 arrives at dealers

Green Car Reports

GMC now has two electric trucks in production The 2024 GMC Sierra EV will be a low-volume model for at least a year The limited-edition launch version of the Sierra EV costs $99,495 The 2024 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 is now being delivered to customers, General Motors announced Wednesday. But it will be some time before other versions of the.

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BYD surges past Honda and Nissan’s sales for the first time, targets Ford with low-cost EVs

Electrek

China’s leading EV maker, BYD , sold more vehicles than Honda and Nissan for the first time in the second quarter. BYD is now the world’s seventh-largest automaker. With low-cost EVs hitting key global markets, BYD is quickly catching up to Ford.

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Lucid reportedly developing three affordable EVs

Green Car Reports

Lucid has three affordable EVs in the pipeline The project "mid-size program" will encompass a crossover SUV, probably a sedan, and possibly a hatchback Lucid's model will put an emphasis on efficiency Lucid is developing three affordable EVs priced below the Air sedan and the upcoming Gravity SUV, CarBuzz reports. The automaker is currently.

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Acura slashes nearly $30K off 2024 ZDX models, undercutting Tesla’s Model Y by a mile

Electrek

Acura wants its share of the US electric vehicle market. After introducing a massive new incentive, the 2024 Acura ZDX is cheaper to lease than the Tesla Model Y. With a nearly $30,000 discount, is Acura’s luxury electric SUV worth it?

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

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Electric NASCAR race cars could feature sustainable bodywork

Green Car Reports

NASCAR is considering an electric racing series A prototype electric SUV race car was revealed in July The electric NASCAR race car prototype's body panels were made from plants NASCAR surprised attendees at its July Chicago Street Race with an electric SUV prototype race car, but the powertrain and body style weren't the prototypes only unusual.

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Colombia EV Sales Report: 240% Growth Brings the Country Back onto the Regional Podium! 

CleanTechnica EVs

Before November 2023, Colombia had been a consistent member of the podium in Latin America as far as EV adoption goes. That month the position got snatched by Brazil thanks to the lowering of the BYD Dolphin’s price and, later, the arrival of a more affordable BYD Dolphin Mini (BYD. [continued] The post Colombia EV Sales Report: 240% Growth Brings the Country Back onto the Regional Podium!

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NIO’s Big New EV Charging & Swapping Plans

CleanTechnica EVs

We all know that NIO is one of the more popular “new” EV-only car companies from China. (“New” is maybe not the best term now, since NIO is almost a decade old and there are many much newer companies.) It is well known not just for its cars but for. [continued] The post NIO’s Big New EV Charging & Swapping Plans appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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BMW overtakes Tesla in Europe, but only for one month

Teslarati

BMW overtook Tesla in electric vehicle sales in Europe for the first time, but only for a single month, according to data. Tesla has been the leading EV maker in Europe for several years, but for the first time, domestic company BMW sold about 300 units more than its American rival in its home market. Data from JATO Dynamics, a market research firm, confirmed that BMW sold 14,869 total EVs in the European market last month, outpacing Tesla for the first time.

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Zeekr VP Burns Cadillac, Highlights “Rise of China” and “Glory of Detroit No More”

CleanTechnica EVs

What has been going on between Zeekr and Cadillac over in China?! There’s been a little bit of trash talk going on over there in China between Zeekr and Cadillac. This follows some unhappiness among Zeekr customers and then Cadillac trying to capitalize on that unhappiness — but not exactly. [continued] The post Zeekr VP Burns Cadillac, Highlights “Rise of China” and “Glory of Detroit No More” appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Elon Musk shares optimistic Neuralink ramp forecast

Teslarati

Elon Musk has posted an optimistic forecast for Neuralink’s ramp in the coming years. While there are only two human patients with the company’s brain implant today, Musk noted that if all goes well, there could be millions of Neuralink patients within ten years. Neuralink recently announced that the second participant in its PRIME Study , Alex, is seeing notable progress.

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

Brief

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Chinese EV Companies Continue Trend Toward Plugin Hybrids

CleanTechnica EVs

Throwing the EV world for a bit of a loop, plugin hybrids are on an uptrend in China. Aside from the surprising explosion in popularity of the Li Auto models, BYD is selling a lot of plugin hybrids. In fact, plugin hybrid sales grew 70% in June 2024 versus June. [continued] The post Chinese EV Companies Continue Trend Toward Plugin Hybrids appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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BYD Overtook Honda And Nissan In Sales Last Quarter

InsideEVs

It turns out that people really do want cheap electric cars. If the trend continues, it won't be long until BYD passes Ford.

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More “See-Saw Effect” with Tesla FSD 12.5.3

CleanTechnica EVs

I wrote the other day about Tesla “Full Self Driving” (FSD) reportedly getting much better with the 12.5 update. As I explained in that piece, I normally don’t go by what other people are saying on this because my history with doing that was massive disappointment and a tremendously different. [continued] The post More “See-Saw Effect” with Tesla FSD 12.5.3 appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla Superchargers boost EV satisfaction, but public charging failures persist

Electrek

Satisfaction with EV charging has improved, particularly with DC fast chargers and Tesla Superchargers, but challenges remain, according to the J.D. Power “ 2024 US Electric Vehicle Experience (EVX) Public Charging Study.

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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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Eskom Launches Pilot Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure To Prepare For Electrification Of Vehicle Fleet

CleanTechnica EVs

South Africa’s national electric utility company, Eskom, has officially launched its electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure at the Eskom Academy of Learning (EAL) in Midrand, Gauteng. Eskom says this milestone marks a significant step in Eskom Distribution’s commitment to supporting the growth of the e-mobility sector in South Africa and. [continued] The post Eskom Launches Pilot Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure To Prepare For Electrification Of Vehicle Fleet appeared first on Cle

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Tesla owners complain about extended Service waits of nearly two months

Teslarati

Tesla owners are complaining about extended wait times for service visits, which, in some cases, can keep owners waiting for as long as two months. It is a grim reality for those who need their all-electric vehicles taken care of by the company. Tesla Service was at one time one of the most common complaints of owners. At first, there were not enough Service Centers to accommodate the number of owners.

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Electric Motorcycle Sales Were Close to 4% of All Motorcycles Sold in Kenya in 2023

CleanTechnica EVs

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 popularly known as boda bodas. The motorcycle taxi industry is a vital segment of Kenya’s economy. Transitioning this sector to electric will make a huge. [continued] The post Electric Motorcycle Sales Were Close to 4% of All Motorcycles Sold in Kenya in 2023 appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Lucid Expands Lease Options For Lucid Air to Canada

Electric Cars Report

Lucid Financial Services, the financing arm of Lucid Group, has announced the availability of flexible lease options for Canadian residents. This expansion marks the third country where Lucid offers these leasing programs. Lucid Motors continues to make significant strides. The company recently surpassed its Q2 delivery targets for the Lucid Air sedan, its flagship model. […] The post Lucid Expands Lease Options For Lucid Air to Canada appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Any Chinese Speakers Here? Xpeng MONA M03 Launch in a Few Days

CleanTechnica EVs

Xpeng is preparing to launch its next electric vehicle model, the MONA M03. This will be done at a big 10-year anniversary gala for the company in a few days. I, and I assume many of you, would like to watch the launch event and learn about the details of. [continued] The post Any Chinese Speakers Here? Xpeng MONA M03 Launch in a Few Days appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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The US govt is fixing and upgrading 4,500 EV charging ports

Electrek

The US Joint Office of Energy and Transportation has broken ground on a $150 million grant project to repair and upgrade 4,500 EV charging ports.

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Watch The Lucid Air Grand Touring Add 200 Miles Of Range In 11 Minutes

InsideEVs

The longest range electric car is also among the fastest charging EVs on the planet. But does it charge faster than the Porsche Taycan?

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Italian Government Threatens to Pull Public Funds if Stellantis Doesn't Follow Through On Planned Battery Factory

The Truth About Cars

The Italian government has given Stellantis hundreds of millions of dollars to build a battery plant, but the country may pull that funding if the automaker doesn’t firmly commit to the project. It warned that it would move funds elsewhere if the company isn’t willing or able to follow through on its promise to build the facility, but the joint venture between Stellantis and others delayed the factory and others earlier this year.

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Podcast: Tesla Semi news, VW ID.Buzz pricing, Ford’s change of plan with EVs, and more

Electrek

On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss a bunch of Tesla Semi news, VW ID.Buz pricing, Ford’s change of plan with EVs, and more.

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How One Group is Pushing Back on California's EV Mandate

The Truth About Cars

Hello there! It's podcast time! This week we talk with SEMA about how the group is pushing back on California's strict EV push. Matthew Guy and I also debate Austin Dillon's penalty, madcap last-lap NASCAR drama in Michigan, and locking pliers. You can find us wherever you get your podcasts or click here to find us. We thank Karen Bailey-Chapman and Matthew Guy for their time and Matt Posky for editing.

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This Was Not A Great Week For 'Legacy' Auto—With Two Exceptions

InsideEVs

Let's game out what this week's news meant for the EV transition at Ford, GM, Volkswagen and Hyundai. Plus, Volvo has big plans for EX90.

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Why Ford’s EV strategy shift is the best option for the company

Teslarati

Ford announced earlier this week that it would delay or completely cancel several electric vehicle models in an effort to align with consumer trends and hone in on a more profitable business after losing billions chasing Tesla. While it may not be the most ideal thing, it is the best strategy for Ford right now, as it will shift more toward hybrids, leaning on current EV offerings and stopping the bleeding on financials.

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Porsche launches limited Taycan Turbo K-Edition, but you can’t have it

Electrek

Porsche unveiled the exclusive Taycan Turbo K-Edition on Friday to celebrate its 10th year in Korea. The limited edition Porsche stands apart with unique exterior and interior elements inspired by Korean culture.

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GM's Cruise Autonomous Taxis Ride Again

The Truth About Cars

Cruise, the autonomous vehicle company backed by General Motors, is set to launch its self-driving cars on Uber's ride-hailing platform starting next year. This multi-year partnership will allow Uber users to choose rides in Cruise’s autonomous vehicles, marking a significant step in Cruise's efforts to return to U.S. roads after halting operations following a major accident in San Francisco last year.

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A Tesla Semi is spotted in Europe, but why?

Electrek

A Tesla Semi has been spotted in Europe around Germany, but it’s not clear why since the vehicle is unavailable in the region.

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2024 Porsche Taycan review: Epic Tesla tamer proves Porsche should be building all the EVs in the world

EV Central

If we really want to move the motoring world towards electrification in a speedy and successful fashion, there really is only one answer – take the responsibility away from Tesla, BMW, Benz, Audi and all the Chinese brands, and just let Porsche get on with it. If the world’s car makers would be willing to just give all their R and D cash to the geniuses from Stuttgart they’d have a fleet of EVs of all sizes, with 1000km of range, bullet-proof reliability and staggering speed for those who

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Here’s every electric vehicle that currently qualifies for the US federal tax credit in 2024

Electrek

As sales of electric vehicles continue to grow in 2024, many new and prospective customers have questions about qualifying for a federal tax credit on electric vehicles. Whether your vehicle qualifies or not is a simple yes or no question, but the amount you may qualify for varies by household due to a number of different factors. Luckily, we have compiled everything you need to know about tax credits for your new or current electric vehicle into one place.

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Chinese Automakers Are Already Feeling The Heat From EU-Market Tariffs

InsideEVs

The tariffs are already affecting sales, but proposed revisions will give Chinese automakers a bit of a break.

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Fat Murf e-bike $1,000 off, Lectric’s Labor Day e-bike sale with up to $727 off bundles, GoTrax G6 e-scooter low, more

Electrek

It’s another issue of micromobility solutions in today’s Green Deals, lead by Murf E-Bikes dropping its best-selling Fat Murf Cruiser e-bike by an unexpected $1,000 to a new $1,995 low , along with other models in the lineup seeing price cuts. It is joined by Lectric’s Labor Day savings event that has changed up prices on its e-bike bundles through the upcoming holiday, with its XPeak Off-Road e-bikes once again getting an extra battery offer among its $727 in free gear.

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Tesla Semis Were Just Spotted In Europe

InsideEVs

Despite not being widely launched in the U.S., Tesla could be gearing up to bring the Semi to Europe.

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