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Fisker Ocean customers have to pay for recall repairs

Green Car Reports

Owners of recalled Fisker Ocean electric vehicles will have to pay for repairs, according to a notice on the bankrupt automaker's website. First spotted by Autoevolution, Fisker's website states that, for any recalls that require physical inspections and potential repairs, the automaker will provide parts free of charge but will not cover any of.

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CATL launches ultra-high-energy-density EV bus battery that lasts nearly 1 million miles

Electrek

CATL launched its newest battery, the Tianxing Bus version, opening a new era for buses. With “the highest energy density in the bus industry,” CATL claims its new EV battery can last 15 years and 1.5 million kilometers (932,000 miles).

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Are quicker EVs more accident-prone? Insurance data suggests so

Green Car Reports

EVs with 300 lb-ft of torque or more are associated with higher insurance loss For a range of popular EVs, this means popular AWD versions Higher EV curb weights and torque-to-weight ratio add to the correlation This signals insurers need smarter rates that navigate EVs’ different risks Electric vehicles are so often lauded for their loads.

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There are now more electric cars than petrol vehicles on Norway’s roads

The Driven EV News

September is expected to mark a significant milestone in Norway, with the number of electric vehicles (EVs) on the roads set to exceed that of petrol vehicles. The post There are now more electric cars than petrol vehicles on Norway’s roads appeared first on The Driven.

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

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Chinese-made Lotus Eletre electric SUV set for US at $229,900

Green Car Reports

The Lotus Eletre EV is still scheduled to reach the U.S., with deliveries set to start in the first quarter of 2025. But the Chinese-made electric SUV is seeing a major price hike due to new U.S. tariffs. Lotus on Thursday confirmed that the Eletre Carbon launch model will start at $229,900. The announced price is effectively double what was.

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Tesla Cybertruck deliveries are starting in two new countries soon

Teslarati

Tesla is gearing up to bring the Cybertruck to two new countries, as the company confirmed the all-electric pickup will come to Canada toward the tail end of October. Meanwhile, Tesla appears to be preparing for initial deliveries in Mexico, according to some images of delivery centers in the country. Tesla Cybertruck deliveries launched in November of last year, but they have not made their way out of the United States.

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Tesla UI hints Full Self-Driving release in China is getting closer

Teslarati

Tesla’s user interface (UI) has dropped a major hint that the Full Self-Driving suite is on its way in China. New images from Tesla vehicles in China seem to indicate there is a new feature on the way to its vehicles. A button that is currently blacked out and not accessible but still visible on the vehicle says “Fully Automated Driving Capability (Driver Supervised Version).” It is the latest hint that things are moving forward in Tesla’s plans to release Full Self-Drivi

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New EV Battery Has 15-Year, 930,000-Mile Expected Service Life

CleanTechnica EVs

We’re already at the point where, if you buy a new electric car, you probably never have to worry about the car’s battery wearing out. However long you plan to own the car, it’s unlikely the battery drops even close to 70% of its original capacity. Nonetheless, some people still. [continued] The post New EV Battery Has 15-Year, 930,000-Mile Expected Service Life appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Challengers Are Coming for Nvidia’s Crown

Cars That Think

It’s hard to overstate Nvidia’s AI dominance. Founded in 1993, Nvidia first made its mark in the then-new field of graphics processing units (GPUs) for personal computers. But it’s the company’s AI chips, not PC graphics hardware, that vaulted Nvidia into the ranks of the world’s most valuable companies. It turns out that Nvidia’s GPUs are also excellent for AI.

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Electric Candela hydrofoil boat sets world record by crossing Baltic Sea

The Driven EV News

“We actually had range anxiety, but not for the Candela.” Electric hydrofoil boat crosses the Baltic Sea, accompanied by a conventional chase boat that had to be refuelled. The post Electric Candela hydrofoil boat sets world record by crossing Baltic Sea appeared first on The Driven.

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

Brief

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Here’s when Ram’s first electric pickup will hit US dealerships

Electrek

Ram Trucks is preparing the all-electric Ram 1500 REV pickup for deliveries. According to CEO Christine Feuell, Ram’s first electric pickup is expected to arrive at US dealerships early next year. Here’s what to expect.

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The Boring Company teases Prufrock 5 tunnel boring machine

Teslarati

The Boring Company recently teased its Prufrock 5 tunnel boring machine (TBM) in a recent X post. Elon Musk’s tunneling company recently posted pictures on X showcasing Prufrock 4’s lighting test inside the Boring Factory. However, in the corner of one of the photos, hidden in the dark, is a glimpse of Prufrock 5. The Boring Company’s Prufrock 5 TBM hasn’t been on the field yet.

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Kia eyes even cheaper $22K entry-level EV and new brand-building Stinger GT-like model

Electrek

Kia wants to change the game with a series of cheaper EVs set to hit the market. Several are already rolling out, like the new EV3, but Kia aims to lower the bar further with a new entry-level EV, starting around $22,200 (€20,000). On the other end of its EV lineup, Kia is eyeing a new Stinger GT-like model.

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Tesla is building a Cybertruck-inspired bear statue in an ode to California

Teslarati

Tesla is planning to build a Cybertruck-inspired bear statue outside of its Global Engineering Headquarters in Palo Alto in an ode to the state that was its home for many years. Tesla was founded in California in 2003, and its headquarters was located there until 2021 when CEO Elon Musk moved the automaker to Texas. However, Tesla still has some operations in the state, including the Fremont Factory , where the Model 3, Model S, Model Y, and Model X are all produced, and the Palo Alto Global Eng

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ExxonMobil announces 6th oil discovery offshore Guyana with Ranger-1; Guyana may move from non-producer to regional powerhouse

Oil

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Californians Are ‘Ashamed’ To Drive Teslas

InsideEVs

The Silicon Valley region once witnessed the highest adoption of Teslas. Now, people there are moving away from the brand.

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How quantum computing is set to revolutionise technology

Innovation News Network

Discover how quantum computing is poised to revolutionise industries with unparalleled problem-solving capabilities. The post How quantum computing is set to revolutionise technology appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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State of Electric School Buses — 2024 Edition

CleanTechnica EVs

Data shows leaders and laggards for total electric school buses and combined investments driving electric school bus conversion. Introduction Each year, more than 490,000 school buses shuttle children back and forth across the United States –to school, field trips, sporting events and more. As most of these buses burn diesel fuel, children and. [continued] The post State of Electric School Buses — 2024 Edition appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Dodge’s first electric Charger Daytona is now officially open for orders

Electrek

The all-electric muscle car you’ve been waiting for is finally here. You can now officially order Dodge’s first electric muscle car, the 2024 Charger Daytona R/T. Dodge is offering a “VIP Experience” and other exclusive First Call content for those who order early.

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General Motors will allegedly use LFP batteries built with CATL tech

Teslarati

General Motors (GM) will allegedly purchase LFP (lithium iron phosphate) batteries produced with technology from China-based CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology Co.). Based on Teslarati’s understanding, Japanese company TDK Corp. will fund and operate a new plant in the United States. The new TDK facility will locally assemble LFP cells using CATL technology.

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Big Surprise: The Tesla Cybertruck Chews Through Tires Shockingly Fast

The Truth About Cars

At this point, it’s pretty common knowledge that EVs tend to chew through tires in a way that surprises many new owners. Tesla Cybertruck buyers apparently didn’t get that message , as many are complaining that their polygonal trucks are destroying tires in as little as 6,000 miles. Members of the Cybertruck Owners Club forum have complained that their new truck’s tires wore out in just three months with little more than 6,200 miles on the odometer.

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Volvo EX90 — First Drive

CleanTechnica EVs

The fully electric Volvo EX90 is perhaps the brand’s most important electric vehicle launch to date. It is being built in South Carolina, with shipments to customers expected to kick off in the 4th quarter of 2024. Volvo invited CleanTechnica out to The Resort at Pelican Hill in Newport Beach, [continued] The post Volvo EX90 — First Drive appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Junkyard Find: 1980 Honda Accord Hatchback

The Truth About Cars

The American Honda Motor Company sold the first-generation Accord in the United States from 1976 through 1981, and that car brought Honda success here far beyond that achieved by motorcycles and Civics. Today's Junkyard Find is one of those early Accords, found last year in a Colorado car graveyard. This car is much smaller than the current Accord, with a wheelbase of 93.7 inches and a curb weight of 2,129 pounds.

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Hyundai’s adventure-ready 2025 IONIQ 5 XRT spotted for the first time [Video]

Electrek

Hyundai’s aggressive new IONIQ 5 XRT model was spotted in Korea for the first time ahead of US deliveries. The off-road XRT trim will arrive at US dealerships alongside the updated 2025 IONIQ 5 this fall. With deliveries coming up, Hyundai’s new EV was finally caught out in the wild. Check out the video to see a closer look.

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Fisker's Bankruptcy Means Owners Are On the Hook for Recall Repairs

The Truth About Cars

Early Fisker buyers have been through the wringer, from watching their vehicle values drop through the floor to worries about the company’s financial stability. Now, we’re learning that Fisker Ocean owners are being asked to pay for recall repairs out of pocket, landing yet another sucker punch to enthusiastic early adopters. Autoevolution obtained a letter Fisker sent to customers, which notes that the Ocean has five open recalls, two of which require hardware fixes.

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Geotab, Kia Partner on Connected Vehicle Integrations

Green Fleet Magazine

This partnership with Kia’s new PBV commercial vehicle unit integrates the MyGeotab platform directly into vehicles, allowing fleets access to OEM-embedded data without the need for a separate telematics device.

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Tesla is pulling heavy financing weaponry in end-of-quarter push

Electrek

Tesla has pulled the heavy weaponry when it comes to financing to boost sales during its regular end-of-quarter push. Tesla.

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The Ford Ranger PHEV Seems Like The Electrified Truck You Actually Want

InsideEVs

It has heaps of torque and two electric outlets in the bed that can output up to 6.9 kilowatts of power for tools and appliances.

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Tesla produces 100 millionth battery cell, here’s what it means

Electrek

Tesla has announced that it produced its 100 millionth 4680 battery cell. Here’s what it means for its production growth.

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Ford Debuts Ranger PHEV for Global Markets

The Truth About Cars

Though it’s an American automaker, Ford has pushed the Ranger further forward in other markets than in its home country. The company offers several forbidden-fruit Ranger variants in other countries, and the latest is its new plug-in hybrid truck for European countries. It also has stunning specs that outdo one of the higher-profile Ranger performance models.

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EU & China to discuss EV trade tariffs later this week

Teslarati

China’s Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao and the European Commission’s Trade Commissioner Valois Dombrovskis will meet with each other on Thursday, September 19, 2024. Wentao and Dombrovskis will discuss the current state of trade relations between China and Europe. Over the weekend, Wang met with the President of the Italian Association of the Automotive Industry, Roberto Vavassori in Turin, Italy.

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Skoda announces Australian pricing of its European built electric SUV

The Driven EV News

Skoda announces pricing and opens orders for its first fully electric model heading to Australia, the Enyaq, which has sold 200,000 units in Europe. The post Skoda announces Australian pricing of its European built electric SUV appeared first on The Driven.

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Lectric ONE long-range e-bike with extra battery $2,299, exclusive Anker F3800 bundle $2,000 off, Hyper BMX e-bike, more

Electrek

We’re kicking off this week’s Green Deals with the biggest bundle package we’ve seen on Lectric’s ONE Long-Range e-bike at $2,299 that comes with a free extra battery for 100+ miles of travel and $220 in further free gear. Following close behind it is a 9to5Toys -exclusive discount from Wellbots on the Anker SOLIX F3800 Power Station that comes with an expansion battery at just $3,599.

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Tesla Model Leads the Plunge in EV Used Prices

Green Fleet Magazine

The Tesla Model 3, Kia Niro EV, Maserati Levante, Nissan Leaf, Hyundai Kona Electric, and Chevrolet Bolt saw the biggest used vehicle price drops over the past year

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Why Detroit's 'Isolationism' Won't Stop China's EV Industry

InsideEVs

Maybe team-ups with China's automakers are the way to go instead. Also: the Honda Prologue is an unexpected hit.

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