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Global EV Sales — Record Month for Plugin Hybrids!

CleanTechnica EVs

EVs Now 20% of World Auto Sales Global plugin vehicle registrations were up 22% in July 2024 compared to July 2023. There were 1.3 million registrations. BEVs were up by just 5% YoY, but plugin hybrids jumped 58% YoY, selling over 540,000 units, which is the second record month in. [continued] The post Global EV Sales — Record Month for Plugin Hybrids!

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Belgian bus operator Hansea to add 181 MAN electric buses to existing fleet

Electrek

Belgian private bus operator Hansea already has 90 electric city buses in its fleet – and last week, the company announced plans to add 181 more electric buses by the end of 2025.

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Elbil Thinks Electric Car Sales In Norway Could Hit 100% By Next Year

CleanTechnica EVs

Electric car sales in Norway continue to set new records month after month and some expect they will reach 100% in 2025. The post Elbil Thinks Electric Car Sales In Norway Could Hit 100% By Next Year appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla Cybertruck gets in-depth review from car mechanic

Teslarati

Tesla’s unique stainless steel Cybertruck has been a polarizing electric vehicle (EV) since it was first shared last November, but in a recent review from one car mechanic, it was highlighted for its high-tech features, including its heat pump, 48-volt system, steer-by-wire, and more. Over the weekend, YouTube channel The Car Care Nut Reviews shared an in-depth review of the Tesla Cybertruck, as hosted by Toyota Master Diagnostic Technician Ahmed, or AMD.

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

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Is Toyota Circling the Drain? — 18 Months Later

CleanTechnica EVs

Yesterday, my morning news feed led with an article from Reuters declaring that “Toyota global output skids in June.” Reuters went on to say that Toyota’s production was down for the fifth month in a row. Reuters blames a “certification scandal” in Japan, and falling sales in China. “Output worldwide. [continued] The post Is Toyota Circling the Drain?

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Hacker reveals Tesla is gathering extra data around its Robotaxi launch site

Electrek

A hacker has revealed that Tesla has launched a new data gathering around the site where it plans to unveil its Robotaxi next month. It is raising questions about what the automaker is going to demonstrate at the event.

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BYD just hit the 1 million EV sales mark for 2024 after a record-breaking August

Electrek

BYD topped the 1 million EV sales mark following a record-breaking August. China’s leading EV maker continues surging ahead as new models and tech draw in buyers.

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Nio Delivers 20,176 EVs in August, Brightdrop Joins Chevrolet, smart Delivers Down Under, & the Swiss Post is Electric

CleanTechnica EVs

Blue Bird has delivered its two thousandth electric school bus, which is good news for back-to-school stories. The Swiss Post is introducing totally electric delivery for letters and parcels. This is the fourth straight month that Nio deliveries have exceeded 20,000. Meanwhile, smart is launching its EVs down in Australia. [continued] The post Nio Delivers 20,176 EVs in August, Brightdrop Joins Chevrolet, smart Delivers Down Under, & the Swiss Post is Electric appeared first on CleanTechnic

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Volvo launches new service for electric truck charging

Electric Cars Report

Volvo Trucks continues to introduce new services for charging of electric trucks. The latest – Charging Management – is a service that allows for efficient charging at the home-depot. Volvo Trucks’ new service, Charging Management, allows transport companies to efficiently manage the private charging of their electric trucks at the home-depot. The service contributes to […] The post Volvo launches new service for electric truck charging appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Kia’s new EV6 gets a sleek front-end design makeover and longer range

Electrek

Kia introduced the updated EV6 for the UK on Monday with an enhanced design, longer range, and more. The EV6 joins Kia’s new electric vehicle lineup, showcasing the brand’s fresh new look.

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

Brief

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Analyst & Professor Claim Tesla FSD Isn’t Ready For Prime Time & Won’t Be Any Time Soon

CleanTechnica EVs

Tesla says it will present a prototype if a robotaxi in October, but some experts warn it could be years away from production. The post Analyst & Professor Claim Tesla FSD Isn’t Ready For Prime Time & Won’t Be Any Time Soon appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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The 2025 Lucid Air GT Was Driven At 70 MPH Until It Died. The Result Is Impressive

InsideEVs

As a reminder, the updated Lucid Air Grand Touring is the longest-range EV on the market, with an EPA rating of 512 miles.

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Chery’s iCar 03 and the BYD Seal amongst Growing Number of EVs on Display at South African Festival of Motoring

CleanTechnica EVs

The 2024 edition of the South African Festival of Motoring was recently held at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in Johannesburg. What stood out for me was the increasing number of electric vehicles on show as well as available for test drives. I really like these exhibitions. These kinds of exhibitions. [continued] The post Chery’s iCar 03 and the BYD Seal amongst Growing Number of EVs on Display at South African Festival of Motoring appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Smart car returns as a mid-size electric crossover

Electrek

Does every new version of a car have to be bigger than the one before it? Smart seems to think the answer is, “Yes!” And it’s launched a new, five-passenger electric crossover in Australia that it thinks will be able to take the fight to Tesla’s best-selling Model Y.

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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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Tesla Sales Now and in the Future — Slump, Plateau, or Coming Bump?

CleanTechnica EVs

David Havasi, who worked at Tesla from 2012 to 2019 before retiring on his massive package of Tesla stock (which he held onto since 2012), and I sat down after a recent Tesla FSD 12.5.1.3 test drive to talk about Tesla sales in the US, challenges they are running into, [continued] The post Tesla Sales Now and in the Future — Slump, Plateau, or Coming Bump?

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The Ultimate 'Connected Car' Nightmare Is Playing Out In China

InsideEVs

What happens to your connected, software-driven car when the company behind it fails, and driving features go "offline" too?

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BYD Unveils Xia Luxury MPV at Chengdu Motor Show

Electric Cars Report

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD has introduced its new luxury MPV, the Xia, at the 2024 Chengdu Motor Show. Directly targeting the Lexus LM, the Xia is a spacious PHEV with a striking design. The Xia’s exterior aligns with BYD’s signature style, featuring a large trapezoidal grille, sleek LED headlights, and a flat roofline. Sliding […] The post BYD Unveils Xia Luxury MPV at Chengdu Motor Show appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Jeep cuts price for electric Avenger before its launch in Australia

The Driven EV News

Jeep cuts the Australian pre-launch price for the Jeep Avenger, its first ever battery electric vehicle (BEV), which now starts from $49,990, before on road costs. The post Jeep cuts price for electric Avenger before its launch in Australia appeared first on The Driven.

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Chevrolet Equinox EV Review: 'They Nailed It Completely. Almost'

InsideEVs

GM is no stranger to electric vehicles, but none are as good out of the box as the new electric Equinox. Still, it has some flaws.

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NSCAD: Bringing research into the community

Innovation News Network

NSCAD University details its innovative research programmes that work with the community, for the community. The post NSCAD: Bringing research into the community appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Batteries on wheels: If Australia really wants smart EVs with V2G, it will have to say so

The Driven EV News

Australia may no longer be a dumping ground for the world’s most polluting cars, but it will need to get its settings right to avoid being a dumping ground for dumb EVs. The post Batteries on wheels: If Australia really wants smart EVs with V2G, it will have to say so appeared first on The Driven.

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US allocates $62m to advance clean hydrogen technologies

Innovation News Network

The United States Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a significant $62m investment in to advance clean hydrogen technologies. The post US allocates $62m to advance clean hydrogen technologies appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Fucare Gemini X is the latest dual motor e-bike with too much – or just enough – power

Electrek

Depending on who you ask, dual-motor electric bikes are either egregiously overpowered or the perfect ride for those seeking an extra kick in the tush when they rip the throttle. If you’re in that second category, then get ready to drool over the new Fucare Gemini X Sport , which features dual motors and dual batteries.

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The Zeekr 7X Has The Range And Performance To Make It In Europe

InsideEVs

This new midsize electric crossover from Geely 's premium sub-brand sprints to 62 mph in 3.8 seconds and has up to 485 miles of range.

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Rare price cut on Lectric XP 3.0 e-bike $1,199, Anker SOLIX units 46% off, Samsung electric washer/ventless dryer $1,500 off, more

Electrek

Happy Labor Day y’all! We’ve got some big savings on Green Deals for you today, led by Lectric’s surprise $100 price cut on two of its popular e-bike models, including the best-selling XP 3.0 Long-Range e-bike that’s down at $1,199 for the rest of the day – with $355 in free gear too. You’ll also find up to 46% off discounts across a bunch of Anker’s camping and home backup essentials, with the SOLIX C800 Plus Portable Power Station falling back to a $449 low and plenty more great setup options

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EVs And PHEVs Had A Rough Time In Europe In July As Hybrid Registrations Soared

InsideEVs

When looking at the big picture, however, things aren’t as grim for EVs as some might think.

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2025 Kia EV6: UK pricing and specification announced

Electric Cars Report

Kia UK has announced pricing and specifications for the new Kia EV6, with orders opening from today for the brand’s refreshed electric crossover. Like the EV3 and EV9, the new EV6 is offered with three grades for buyers in the UK: ‘Air’, ‘GT-Line’ and ‘GT-Line S’, each generously equipped as standard. The new EV6 features […] The post 2025 Kia EV6: UK pricing and specification announced appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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BMW’s Best-Selling EV Recalled Because Chassis Beam May Crack

InsideEVs

If an affected vehicle is involved in a crash, the high-voltage battery pack may be damaged, increasing the risk of a fire.

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XPENG, NIO, ZEEKR, Li Auto Report EV Sales Increases In August

Electric Cars Report

Chinese premium electric vehicle makers, XPENG, NIO, Zeekr and Li Auto announced their electric vehicle delivery numbers for the month of August and their results were higher over the prior month. XPENG delivered 14,036 Smart EVs in August, representing increases of 3% year-over-year and 26% over the prior month. In the first eight months of 2024, XPENG […] The post XPENG, NIO, ZEEKR, Li Auto Report EV Sales Increases In August appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Rare Arrival Electric Van Prototype Pops Up For Sale On eBay

InsideEVs

This is your chance to own an EV from a failed startup–several pallets of spare parts included.

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BYD UK expands DOLPHIN lineup with Active and Boost trims

Electric Cars Report

BYD, the world’s leading manufacturer of New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), announced the arrival of two new trim additions, Active and Boost to the pure-electric BYD DOLPHIN, completing the line up with the already popular BYD DOLPHIN Comfort and Design trims. This all-new C-segment hatchback combines distinctive ‘playful’ design aesthetics with versatility, agility and an abundance […] The post BYD UK expands DOLPHIN lineup with Active and Boost trims appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Maruti Suzuki CNG models contribute over one third of total sales. Check details

Baua Electric

By: Srinjoy Bal | Updated on: 03 Sep 2024, 11:01 AM Currently, Maruti offers CNG 14 variants across models such as the Alto, S-Presso, Celerio, WagonR, Baleno, Fronx and Brezza. Maruti Suzuki Brezza becomes the best seller for the company in August, while it was also the second most CNG model to be sold Maruti Suzuki is banking heavily on its CNG cars, and rightly so.

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PUBLIC CHARGING: PRINCIPLES FOR ACCESS

Drive Electric

In early 2024, Drive Electric’s Charge Point Operator (CPO) subgroup commissioned Sapere to develop a set of principles to inform the development of an access regime for load connections as an amendment to Part 6 of the Electricity Code. The development of this regime began at the Electricity Authority in 2024. While the underlying issues are currently acute for CPOs, the report expects many of them to be true of all load types.

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2025 Aston Martin Vanquish unveiled with over 800 bhp. Check it out

Baua Electric

After six years of absence, Aston Martin has brought back the Vanquish moniker as its flagship. 2025 Aston Martin Vanquish uses a bespoke chassis, carbon fibre bodywork, luxurious new interior and a V12 engine. The manufacturer says that production will be limited to 1,000 units a year. The post 2025 Aston Martin Vanquish unveiled with over 800 bhp.