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Tesla Model Y refresh starts production Oct 22, says Chinese social media

Electrek

Tesla is preparing to enter limited trial production of the new Model Y “Juniper” refresh in its Shanghai factory on October 22nd, according to a Chinese car blogger.

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Tesla says its Cybercab wireless charging efficiency is ‘well above 90%’

Teslarati

Tesla has said that its wireless charging system for the Cybercab has a charging efficiency of “well over 90 percent,” in response to questions about whether the system would be inefficient compared to wired charging. Tesla made the claim on Saturday after tech reviewer Marques Brownlee, better known as MKBHD, highlighted the “massive heat waste” in wireless charging systems in a post on X, claiming that a “noble goal” in wireless charging for electric vehicle

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Liebherr announces pilot for world’s first large hydrogen wheel loader

Electrek

Construction and mining equipment giant Liebherr calls its hydrogen-powered wheel loader the first of its kind in the world. Now, the company says its loader will be part of a pilot project at the Kanzelstein quarry in Gratkorn, Austria.

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GM's new military truck is an electric Silverado HD with diesel fumes

Green Car Reports

Diesel engine appears to charge only, with electric motors providing propulsion The formula balances military fuel infrastructure with stealthier electric propulsion GM previously abandoned truck hybrids but this year confirmed PHEVs are coming General Motors has turned a Chevrolet Silverado heavy-duty pickup truck into a combat-ready hybrid.

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

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E-quipment highlight: Milwaukee M18 FUEL dual battery electric chainsaw

Electrek

Milwaukee Tool’s new M18 FUEL dual-battery electric chainsaw makes up to 5.8 hp – that’s the equivalent of 70 cc of ICE power to deliver faster cutting, fewer stalls, and a more balanced weight distribution for better control.

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Tesla installs main door at LA diner, drive-in theater, and Supercharger

Teslarati

Tesla has continued to make progress on its Southern California diner, drive-in theater, and Supercharger location throughout the last several months, and as it starts to get close to being finished, recent updates show the latest progress—including the installation of the restaurant’s main doorway. This week, YouTube channel 247Tesla shared a new drone video of the Los Angeles Tesla diner construction site, including new details such as the installation of a front door, a new trench in on

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EV owners volunteer to drive voters to the polls in 11 states (and you can too)

Electrek

The US election is coming soon, with early and mail-in voting already open in several states. But for people who don’t have transportation to get to polling places, help might come in the form of a ride from an electric vehicle – and if you live in one of these 11 states, you can volunteer to help.

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Behold, The EVAlanche!

CleanTechnica EVs

In 2001, General Motors decided to take the world of the pickup truck and the SUV in a very different direction, producing the Chevrolet Avalanche. While the 2000s might not seem like a very innovative era in U.S. domestic vehicle design, this was one of the bright spots. But, with. [continued] The post Behold, The EVAlanche! appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla Dojo fabric lead announces departure after almost four years

Teslarati

One of Tesla’s engineers at the helm of the Dojo AI supercomputer program has announced his departure, coming as the latest shift in the company’s high-level management shifts in recent weeks. In a post on LinkedIn on Saturday, Dojo Fabric Lead Eric Quinnell announced that he would be leaving Tesla, after just under four years since he first started with the company.

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This Is How Electric Vehicles Win, One School Bus At A Time

CleanTechnica EVs

Electric school buses and other electric vehicles with vehicle-to-grid capability can help improve grid services for the whole community, by sharing the kilowatts stored up in their batteries. The post This Is How Electric Vehicles Win, One School Bus At A Time appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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

Brief

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This Why You Don't Actually Shoot Your Tesla Cybertruck

InsideEVs

Actions, unfortunately, do have their consequences, as one Cybertruck owner apparently discovered in a now-viral video.

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The Extended-Range Electric Car Is Red Hot In China

CleanTechnica EVs

Extended range electric car sales are up strongly in China, driven by range anxiety and concerns with charging networks. The post The Extended-Range Electric Car Is Red Hot In China appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Stellantis Recalls 44,500 Plug-in Hybrid SUVs for Brake Pedal Issue

Electric Cars Report

Automotive giant Stellantis is recalling 44,500 hybrid crossover SUVs worldwide due to a potential brake pedal failure. The recall affects certain 2024-2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale and 2024 Dodge Hornet plug-in hybrid models, all of which share the same platform. Approximately 21,000 of the recalled vehicles are in the United States, with the remainder distributed across […] The post Stellantis Recalls 44,500 Plug-in Hybrid SUVs for Brake Pedal Issue appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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29 New Electric School Buses Are Coming To Biloxi, Mississippi

CleanTechnica EVs

Biloxi Public Schools (BPS) will be acquiring 29 new all-electric school buses and installing charging infrastructure for them. Electric school buses generate no direct air pollution, unlike their diesel and gas counterparts that emit exhaust which harms human health. Diesel exhaust, in particular, is a problem. “In its comprehensive assessment. [continued] The post 29 New Electric School Buses Are Coming To Biloxi, Mississippi 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

Oil

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Plug-In Hybrids Are Here. But Buyers Aren't Yet Convinced

InsideEVs

Buyers think PHEVs don’t have enough electric range and cost too much. Most get a regular hybrid or a full EV.

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Transdev Nederland orders 96 battery-electric buses from Solaris

Electric Cars Report

Transdev Nederland Holding has selected Solaris Bus & Coach as the supplier for an extraordinary order of 96 battery-powered buses. Deliveries are scheduled for the last quarter of 2025. The modern fleet of battery-powered Solaris buses will serve public transportation in the province of Utrecht, central Netherlands. Transdev Nederland Holding is one of the largest operators in the Netherlands and a leader in zero-emission mobility.

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Elon Musk Still Sees The Tesla Semi As A Global Product

InsideEVs

The Tesla boss previously hinted that the Semi could also be manufactured in Europe.

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Road Test: 2024 Cadillac Lyriq Sport

Clean Fleet Report

The Flagship Cadillac EV An all-electric Cadillac? Get used to it as the 2024 Lyriq is the first of several EVs General Motors’ premium brand will be releasing in the coming years. Debuting in July 2022 as a 2023 model, the Lyriq continues to be the flagship for Cadillac’s EV efforts. General Motors developed the Ultium Platform to be flexible and modular, allowing for electric models of different sizes and needs to be built.

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The Peugeot 3008 Is The World's Cheapest EV With A 100 kWh battery

InsideEVs

With a range of 435 miles and a price tag of $59,400, the French SUV from Stellantis beats the competition.

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Tesla teases Robotaxi wireless charging tech, faster than charging at home

The Driven EV News

"No hands required." New Tesla video showcases wireless charging capabilities of the promised Tesla Robotaxi. The post Tesla teases Robotaxi wireless charging tech, faster than charging at home appeared first on The Driven.

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India-bound new-gen Citroen C5 Aircross breaks cover. Everything you should know

Baua Electric

By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 21 Oct 2024, 10:18 AM The next generation Citroen C5 Aircross is expected to be available with both ICE and electric powertrain options. The Citroen C5 Aircross concept car is displayed at the 2024 Paris Auto Show. (REUTERS) Citroen ’s big SUV C5 Aircross is all set to receive a new generation avatar, which has been showcased in concept form at the 2024 Paris Motor Show.

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The EV Longevity Handbook: Keeping Your Electric Car in Top Shape

Get Electric Vehicle

Launching into the world of electric vehicles (EVs) promises exciting opportunities for longevity and efficiency. Adequate maintenance and savvy practices are pivotal in reaping the full benefits of your EV for years to come. This GetElectricVehicle.com guide will equip you with the essential strategies to enhance your vehicle’s lifespan. Embrace these tips to ensure your EV remains robust and reliable in its performance.

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From Hyundai Venue to Exter and more, best festive offers revealed

Baua Electric

By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 21 Oct 2024, 10:43 AM Popular Hyundai car models now come with great deals. Check out some of the biggest offers here. Hyundai_Exter_SUV_review_168 If you have been pushing back plans of buying a Hyundai car in hopes of getting a great deal, now would be the perfect time to drive home in your favourite model from the Korean brand.

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Look out Porsche and BMW, Aussie pricing set for 375kW MG Cyberster

EV Central

The 2025 MG Cyberster electric sports car has been priced from $115,000 plus on-road costs. That pricing means the first electric two-door convertible sports car to go on-sale in Australia will go up against some pretty strong petrol-powered opposition including the BMW Z4, new Ford Mustang, Nissan Z, Toyota Supra and Porsche Boxster. Cracking six figures also puts the Sino-British brand into new pricing territory in Australia.

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Tesla Model Y refresh starts production Oct 22, says Chinese social media

Baua Electric

Tesla is preparing to enter limited trial production of the new Model Y “Juniper” refresh in its Shanghai factory on October 22nd, according to a Chinese car blogger. Tesla released its “Highland” Model 3 refresh last August, and it was a much more significant overhaul than we were expecting. The headline features were a new front-end, more efficiency, and a quieter cabin.

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Build a Sci-Fi Aerial Display

Cars That Think

On a star base far far away, a dashing hero presses a button on a control panel and a schematic appears in midair. Deftly touching her fingers to the ethereal display, the hero shuts down an energy shield and moves on with her secret mission. If you’ve watched any science fiction, you’re probably familiar with this kind of scenario. But what you may not know is that while star bases and energy shields are still beyond us, floating displays are not.

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EV owners volunteer to drive voters to the polls in 11 states (and you can too)

Baua Electric

The US election is coming soon, with early and mail-in voting already open in several states. But for people who don’t have transportation to get to polling places, help might come in the form of a ride from an electric vehicle – and if you live in one of these 11 states, you can volunteer to help. Giving people rides to the polls is nothing new in America.

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E-quipment highlight: Milwaukee M18 FUEL dual battery electric chainsaw

Baua Electric

Milwaukee Tool’s new M18 FUEL dual-battery electric chainsaw makes up to 5.8 hp – that’s the equivalent of 70 cc of ICE power to deliver faster cutting, fewer stalls, and a more balanced weight distribution for better control. Milwaukee missed zero opportunities to stuff its new 20″ M18 FUEL chainsaw with branded technology. The saw ships with REDLITHIUM batteries, an improved POWERSTATE brushless DC motor, and REDLINK PLUS Intelligence that the company says enables “full-circle communication be

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Tata Curvv and Curvv EV: What makes them Bharat NCAP 5-star rated cars?

Baua Electric

By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 20 Oct 2024, 16:00 PM Tata Curvv and the Curvv EV became the latest members from Tata Motors to be tested under the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP). Both the vehicles socred five star safety rating in both adult protection and child protection. --> Tata Curvv and the Curvv EV became the latest members from Tata Motors to be tested under the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP).

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Liebherr announces pilot for world’s first large hydrogen wheel loader

Baua Electric

Construction and mining equipment giant Liebherr calls its hydrogen-powered wheel loader the first of its kind in the world. Now, the company says its loader will be part of a pilot project at the Kanzelstein quarry in Gratkorn, Austria. First shown earlier this year at Liebherr’s private test facility , the new project is intended to serve as a proof of concept pilot between Liebherr and STRABAG, Austria’s largest construction company.

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2024 Porsche 911 GT3 RS with Weissach Pack Review

Baua Electric

Overview RESPLENDENT – or, to some, repulsive – in $32,440 worth of Ruby Star paintwork with large decals (another $1590), plenty of contrasting naked carbon-fibre weave (part of the $76,420 Weissach package) and the sheer number of conspicuous aerodynamic accoutrements, this Porsche GT3 RS is a car that wears its intentions on its sleeve. Those intentions might be Lambo-levels of flamboyance or projecting the image that this is a barely road-legal race car.

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GM’s new military truck is an electric Silverado HD with diesel fumes

Baua Electric

Diesel engine appears to charge only, with electric motors providing propulsion The formula balances military fuel infrastructure with stealthier electric propulsion GM previously abandoned truck hybrids but this year confirmed PHEVs are coming General Motors has turned a Chevrolet Silverado heavy-duty pickup truck into a combat-ready hybrid. Unveiled this week at the annual meeting of the Association of the U.S.

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2024 Nissan Magnite vs Hyundai Exter: Which is more bang for your buck

Baua Electric

By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 21 Oct 2024, 12:19 PM The 2024 Nissan Magnite facelift has been launched revising the competition with other sub-compact SUVs alongwith smaller SUVs 2024 Nissan Magnite launched in India with cosmetic updates and feature additions. Nissan had recently updated the Magnite to stay competitive in the sub compact SUV race consisting of players like the Kia Sonet , Maruti Suzuki Brezza , Tata Nexon , Mahindra XUV 3XO and others.

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