Green Car Reports
DECEMBER 6, 2024
A consortium of stakeholders aims to roll out a universal plug-and-charge protocol for the U.S. in 2025, allowing all electric vehicles to automatically start charging at public stations simply by plugging in. Announced Wednesday, the initiative is being undertaken by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the federal government's Joint Office.
Electrek
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Rivian leads the industry in owner satisfaction, with Tesla coming in third making it two all-electric automakers in the top three.
Teslarati
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Tesla Cybercab Lead Engineer Eric E. recently shared a number of interesting insights about the upcoming self-driving robotaxi. These include the Cybercabs two-seat design, its efficiency, and its surprisingly conservative parts count. As per the Tesla Cybercab Lead Engineer, the Cybercab is a two-seater because the vast majority of miles driven today are with just one or two passengers.
Electrek
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The USs largest proposed solar and storage project, the 2.4 gigawatt (GW) Sunstone Solar, just got the go-ahead from Oregon regulators.
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Green Car Reports
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Stellantis on Thursday announced an agreement with Texas-based Zeta Energy to develop lithium-sulfur batteries that could significantly reduce cost and pack weight, while boosting charging speed. The automaker and Zeta Energy claim lithium-sulfur chemistry can deliver comparable volumetric energy density to current lithium-ion battery cells, but.
Electrek
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Chinese automakers are emerging as a true threat in the global EV market as they expand overseas for growth. For the first time, half of the top ten global EV sales leaders were from China. While BYD is quickly catching up to Tesla, Chinese tech giant Xiaomi sold more EVs than Toyota after launching its first model in April.
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Electrek
DECEMBER 6, 2024
EV and hybrid sales are steadily increasing in the US, reaching an all-time high in Q3 2024, according to the US Energy Information Administration ( EIA ).
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 6, 2024
After writing about WeRide’s robotaxi deployment in Abu Dhabi, I went looking at recent WeRide announcements, and I noticed one especially interesting ones I had missed. Just a couple weeks ago, autonomous robotaxis from WeRide, the Robosweeper S6 and Robosweeper S1, were commercially deployed in Singapore, at Marina Coastal Drive. [continued] The post WeRide Deploys Autonomous Streetsweepers appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The promised ultra-efficient next-gen Toyota EV models will not hit the market in 2026 as expected. Toyota is delaying the launch of its next wave of EVs as it introduces new tech that promises to cut costs and speed up production.
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The US Energy Information Administration points out that combined sales of electric and hybrid vehicles reached a record high share of the US auto market in the 3rd quarter. All together, they accounted for 19.6% share of 3rd quarter US auto sales, half a percentage point above their 19.1% share. [continued] The post Electric Plus Hybrid Vehicles Reach Record US Auto Market Share in Q3 appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The USPS upcoming electric vehicles, which promise more reliability and comfort for drivers, cost savings for the agency, and cleaner air for communities nationwide, might be in jeopardy, according to a report from Reuters.
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 6, 2024
I recently travelled to Europe to celebrate my birthday. While I was on the flight home, I thought about my past few decades on this planet. While we seem to be going backwards politically, that can largely be attributed to fear. That fear often comes from the disruptive change created. [continued] The post BYD is Pushing the Boundaries of Whats Possible.
The Truth About Cars
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Hey there, it's time for the TTAC podcast! This week we've got an interesting look at some south-of-the-border Chevys and a whole lot more. On today's TTAC podcast, we discuss Chinese-built Chevys that are sold in Mexico with Tom Appel, the publisher of Consumer Guide Automotive. Then Matthew Guy and I discuss torque wrenches and the NASCAR silly season as Stewart-Haas Racing comes to an end.
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Despite its current troubles, Stellantis is pushing forward with big EV battery plans including new lithium-sulfur technology and a new lithium-ion battery factory in Indiana. The post New Lithium-Sulfur EV Battery Could Reverse The Ill Fortunes Of Stellantis appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Nikola stock sinks to a 52-week low, a NHTSA complaint claiming the fuel cell shuts down unpredictably, and one of hydrogens early adopters remains unconvinced. Is it time for Nikola to throw in the towel on hydrogen?
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Having gone to Abu Dhabi several times for cleantech conferences, I could see that UAE leaders were very keen on futuristic tech and very keen on superlatives the biggest, the first, the tallest, the fastest, etc. So, I knew it would be quick to deploy robotaxis. Today, the capital. [continued] The post Uber & WeRide Launch Robotaxis in Abu Dhabi appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
DECEMBER 6, 2024
San Antonios grid is about to get substantial backup with a 120-megawatt (MW), 480-megawatt-hour (MWh) battery storage project.
The Truth About Cars
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The interior revisions for the seventh generation Cadillac Eldorado were a case of one step forward, two steps back. For whatever reason (perhaps competition from Lincoln) the Eldorado simply gave up on differentiation and the sporty personality the model reflected in 1963 and 1964. But it would seem the 65 was just a plain Jane year, as Cadillac layered on additional effort via brougham and features in 1966.
Electrek
DECEMBER 6, 2024
eVTOL developer Archer Aviation has solidified an existing partnership in the Abu Dhabi region of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Today, the company announced a new multi-party collaboration agreement with key UAE and Abu Dhabi entities in order to establish evTOL air taxi operations in that area of the Middle East. In doing so, Archer would become the first eVTOL network to begin commercial air taxi flights in Abu Dhabi and intends to do so as soon as possible.
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Total cost of ownership for a used 2021 Tesla Model Y over 10 years compared with Toyota RAV4 and BMW shows Tesla’s outstanding value! I’ve written before on total cost of ownership (most recently about 2 years ago), but this article will be more personal. This won’t work for everyone, [continued] The post My Plan To Minimize My Total Cost Of Ownership On My Tesla Model Y For The Next 10 Years appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
DECEMBER 6, 2024
California has been attempting for years to roll out an incentive program for electric bicycles, with the project continuously delayed due to funding and mismanagement issues. Now weve finally received word that the long-awaited program is set to begin before the end of the year.
The Truth About Cars
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Dodge, the brand whose empire is built upon the Hellcat V8, is gearing up for the release of its first EV, the Charger Daytona. Because this is Dodge were talking about, the rollout wont be quiet, as the automaker recently released a new ad for the EV that tosses shade at every other electrified vehicle on sale. The spot starts off talking about how the company is making EVs to save the environment, not be trendy.
Electrek
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The wait is over: Hyundais new IONIQ 9 SUV is finally here. The three-row IONIQ 9 promises to redefine EV mobility with its sleek, futuristic design and tech-loaded interior. If the new electric SUV caught your eye after its debut, wait until you see it on the road.
The Truth About Cars
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Consumer Reports recently released its rankings of top automotive brands in areas like reliability and owner satisfaction. Rivian scored near the bottom in the publications overall ranking, beating Jeep by two points for the next-to-last spot, but interestingly, the EV maker was at the top for owner satisfaction. Rivian beat top-five contenders BMW, Tesla, Porsche, and Lexus for the top spot, with 86 percent of owners saying they would buy another vehicle.
Teslarati
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Tesla ( NASDAQ: TSLA ) Giga Texas inspired one analyst to move his price target up after a visit to the factory, proving that the automaker deserves the bullish tones it has attracted for the last five weeks. John Murphy of Bank of America popped his price target on Tesla to $400 from $350 this week, and it was all due to the incredible visit he and other analysts had at the company’s factory located just outside of Austin.
The Truth About Cars
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Tesla, looking at ways to boost sales, is leaning on lease deals to draw in buyers. The automakers competitors have made good use of the federal governments $7,500 incentive to juice demand. The automaker is now offering significant lease deals that come with low monthly payments and other benefits to create some momentum. S&P Global Mobility senior analyst Tom Libby said, Teslas lease penetration has gone way up.
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 6, 2024
In 2022, EVgo and GM partnered with Pilot/Flying J truck stops to expand charging opportunities greatly in North America. Since then, not only have high quality stations actually been happening, but the partnership has expanded to include many other locations around the United States. Now, there are 2,000 stalls at. [continued] The post EVgo & GMs Road To 2000 Stations appeared first on CleanTechnica.
InsideEVs
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The Truth About Cars
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Today we bring you another 2004 Cadillac XLR. The CadiVette that flopped -- yet in this author's opinion, the styling has aged well. This one has 145,010 miles on the clock and has been garage kept and never in an accident. The seller has replaced the front grille for aesthetics reasons, however. There's not much else to glean from the copy, you'll just have to find out more by clicking here.
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The Kia PV5 has barely gotten off the design table, and it’s already won an award in the UK. The only downside: I’ve never heard of this award before. But an award is an award. The award is from What Van? Awards 2025 in London, and the PV5 won in. [continued] The post Innovative Kia PV5 Van Already Wins An Award In UK appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Cars That Think
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Video Friday is your weekly selection of awesome robotics videos, collected by your friends at IEEE Spectrum robotics. We also post a weekly calendar of upcoming robotics events for the next few months. Please send us your events for inclusion. Humanoids Summit : 1112 December 2024, MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA Enjoy todays videos! Step into the future of factory automation with MagicBot, the cutting-edge humanoid robots from Magiclab.
Electrek
DECEMBER 6, 2024
The electric Porsche 718 lineup is set to launch next year, bidding farewell to the gas-powered 718 Cayman and 718 Boxster. But that plan has hit a major snag in the fallout over Swedish battery maker Northvolt filing for bankruptcy.
Green Car Reports
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Electrek
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Dodge has just released a new ad for its all-electric Charger Daytona that sticks true to its engine-revving, muscle-car roots while ripping into EV rivals as weak and soulless sleep pods. Is it enough to convert its muscle-car fanbase?
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