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US EV charging kept up with growth, gained reliability in 2024

Green Car Reports

Recent data suggests infrastructure has built out to handle peak EV charging demand There are about 50% more charging connectors in 2024 vs. 2023 Public EV charging is making progress in reliability U.S. public electric vehicle charging infrastructure kept up with EV sales growth in 2024, and even improved in reliability, a new study indicates.

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The California grid ran on 100% renewables with no blackouts or cost rises for a record 98 days

Electrek

A new study published in the journal Renewable Energy uses data from the state of California to demonstrate that no blackouts occurred when wind-water-solar electricity supply exceeded 100% of demand on the states main grid for a record 98 of 116 days from late winter to early summer 2024 for an average (maximum) of 4.84 (10.1) hours per day.

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BYD Became 2nd Best Selling Automaker in World in November!

CleanTechnica EVs

We’ve written about BYD’s rapid rise in sales several times this year, and I think it may well be the story of the year. Earlier this year, I wrote about the possibility BYD could climb up the sales ladder and become the best selling automaker in the world. A week. [continued] The post BYD Became 2nd Best Selling Automaker in World in November!

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Global EV Sales Are Projected To Jump 30% In 2025

InsideEVs

Analysts are saying Europe will see a significant rise in EV sales next year, despite rocky times in 2024.

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

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Affordable Faraday Future EVs will debut at CES 2025

Green Car Reports

FX 5 and FX 6 would together span $20,000-$50,000 price range California EV maker has shipped prototypes from "collaboration partners" in China Would offer EVs with/without gasoline range-extenders; claims to be entering U.S. regulatory testing Faraday Future plans to show prototypes of affordable electric vehicles at CES 2025, scheduled for Jan.

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The 5 Biggest Electric Vehicle Stories of 2024 — BYD, Tesla, & More

CleanTechnica EVs

Yup, 2024 is a wrap. Looking back to determine the biggest electric vehicle stories of the year, I could look through thousands of stories to try to identify the biggest and I’ll probably do that as well but trying to answer that question just by digging through my. [continued] The post The 5 Biggest Electric Vehicle Stories of 2024 BYD, Tesla, & More appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla (TSLA) is expected to miss its delivery goal

Electrek

Tesla (TSLA) is expected to miss its delivery goal for the quarter and the full year 2024, according to industry analysts.

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Tesla begins trial production at Shanghai Megafactory

Teslarati

After just about seven months of construction, Tesla has officially completed its Shanghai, China factory for its Megapack grid-scale batteries, and it’s now set to begin ramping production. Tesla China said on Tuesday that it has begun trial production efforts at the so-called Shanghai “Megafactory,” according to a news report from local outlet Xinhua Net.

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Lucid Delivers First Gravity Crossovers To Friends And Family

InsideEVs

These early build cars will also go to sales studios and be used as test drive units.

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Tesla Model Y on track to become world’s best-selling vehicle for 2024

Teslarati

Tesla noted on its year-end milestone report that the Model Y is on track to become the world’s best-selling vehicle by volume in 2024. The Model Y’s sales milestone in 2023 felt like a lightning strike in the automotive sector. If Tesla’s estimates prove accurate, lightning might strike the same place twice in the EV world this year.

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

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What To Expect For EVs In 2025

CleanTechnica EVs

Now that 2025 is here, its time to look ahead at the coming year. In some ways, its going to be a continuation of things that kicked off in 2023 and 2024. But, in other ways, we may be in for some serious departures from the status quo. Politics Like. [continued] The post What To Expect For EVs In 2025 appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Xiaomi delivered a staggering 135k EVs in 2024 and looks to more than double that in 2025

Electrek

Infantile EV automaker Xiaomi Automotive has capped off 2025 with delivery numbers that cannot be ignored. The company has delivered an impressive 135,000 units of its flagship SU7 EV after launching it in late March 2024. Looking ahead to 2025, Xiaomi looks to more than double that EV output with the help of a second model and an additional phase of its production footprint.

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SpaceX to double the size of Starlink Bastrop production facility

Teslarati

Starlink is steadily becoming one of SpaceX’s largest businesses, so much so that Elon Musk has stated that the satellite internet service is how “we are paying for humanity to get to Mars.” It is then no surprise that SpaceX has dedicated a notable amount of resources to ensure that Starlink can be produced in higher volumes. Starlink’s 2024 milestones: Starlink had a stellar 2024.

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Tesla Should Truly Open The U.S. Supercharger Network

CleanTechnica EVs

One of the big EV stories of 2023 and 2024 was the opening of the Tesla Supercharger network in the United States. As of now, most non-Tesla EVs either already have access or will soon get it. So, its easy to assume that the problem is solved. Everyone has access. [continued] The post Tesla Should Truly Open The U.S. Supercharger Network 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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Elon Musk’s discussing Starlink & Tesla deal with South Africa

Teslarati

Elon Musk and South Africas President Cyril Rmaphosa have been discussing the potential of Starlink and Tesla coming to the billionaires country of origin. Musk has reportedly asked Ramaphosa to ease regulations, requiring businesses in South Africa to be at least 30% Black-owned through sharing equity with local partners. Without Ramaphosas leniency on the regulation, SpaceXs Starlink would have to comply with the requirements.

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Housekeeping: Happy New Year 2025!

The Truth About Cars

It's New Year's Eve and we're shutting 'er down early. As per usual, you may see some content, especially if news breaks, but we're mostly off for this afternoon/evening and New Year's Day. Back at it Thursday, though I expect this week to remain slow content-wise due to the holidays. We'll shift to full steam ahead on Monday. Celebrate safely, don't drink and drive, and have a fun and happy New Year.

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Tesla’s 2024 highlights and challenges at Giga Berlin

Teslarati

Tesla has shared a new recap video for its vehicle factory in Germany, recalling many of the site’s top highlights for the yearas well as some of the challenges the factory faced. In a Tuesday post on the company’s Manufacturing X page, Tesla shared a video pointing to how much it has accomplished at its Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg this year, despite many of the challenges the team faced from start to finish in 2024.

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Kia EV9 Recalled for Potentially Missing Seat Mounting Bolts

The Truth About Cars

Seats and seatbelts are two of the most important safety features in any vehicle, which is why its a big deal when one of them isnt installed properly. The Kia EV9 is being recalled for just such an issue, with almost 23,000 units potentially missing seat mounting bolts. Kia is recalling 22,883 2024 and 2025 EV9s for an error at one of its assembly plants that could cause the SUVs second- and third-row seats to be missing mounting bolts.

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Starlink Direct to Cell constellation grows 10x since the first launch 

Teslarati

Starlink’s official X account recently announced that its constellation has grown 10x its size since its first SpaceX launch in 2024. SpaceXs first launch of 2024 deployed our first set of Starlink sats with the Direct to Cell capability to help end cellphone dead zones. Today, the Direct to Cell constellation is nearly 10x the size of all other operators pursuing a similar combined capability, an X post said.

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Wisconsin’s first 3 NEVI-funded EV fast charging stations are open

Electrek

Wisconsins first three EV fast charging stations using funding from the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula program are now online.

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Starlink helps students in the Philippines stay connected

Teslarati

Starlink is helping students in the Philippines stay connected. CoinEx Charity in the Philippines has been deploying Starlink kids to specific communities. In November, it provided a Starlink kit to the Youth Council in the Municipality of Laurel, Batangas. Starlinks high-speed, low-latency internet connects students in the Philippines [link] — Starlink (@Starlink) December 28, 2024 The Philippines isnt the only country Starlink is helping students.

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Chevy Traverses to the High Country

The Truth About Cars

Following a model year hiatus, Chevrolet has chosen to once again offer the tony High Country trim on its three-row Traverse. Showing up on consumer build-and-price tools plus GMs fleet order guide, the 2025 Traverse High Country (conveniently abbreviated to THC, thereby putting the high in High Country) will be offered in the United States market with either front- or all-wheel drive.

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X CEO Linda Yaccarino teases X Money and X TV release in 2025

Teslarati

Right before the new year, X CEO Linda Yaccarino teased a number of upcoming features for the social media platform this coming 2025. These include the long teased and highly anticipated “X Money” payment system, as well as X TV. Platform Expansion: In her X post, Linda Yaccarino highlighted that “users are the media now” and teased further innovations like X TV and Grok, alongside the new payment feature.

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Used Car of the Day: 1999 Isuzu Rodeo

The Truth About Cars

We'll send you out of 2024 and into 2025 with this 1999 Isuzu Rodeo LS. This one is a V6 with an automatic transmission and relatively low miles -- about 119K. That's under 5K a year. The tires, front shocks, and rear brakes are new. So is the catalytic converter. And a rearview-camera has been installed. There's also a CD player and upgraded audio plus leather seats.

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Tesla Japan offers 5-year free Supercharging for inventory Model Y

Teslarati

Tesla Japan has announced a special new years gift for customers of its inventory vehicles.The announcement was posted on Tesla Japan’s official account on social media platform X. As per the electric vehicle maker, customers who purchase a brand new Tesla Model Y inventory vehicle would receive five years worth of free Supercharging. Tesla Japans terms: As per Tesla Japans official website, customers must place an order for their inventory Model Y after January 1, 2025.

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We Need To Be Honest About EV Drawbacks

CleanTechnica EVs

Recently, Ive had some interesting encounters with a big EV fan on Threads. He seems like a nice guy, and his heart is definitely in the right place. Like many of us here, he fiercely defends EVs from FUD and outright lies when he sees them. But, sometimes hes doing. [continued] The post We Need To Be Honest About EV Drawbacks appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla releases Cybertruck metal key card—because why not?

Teslarati

Tesla definitely seems to be determined to release the coolest lineup of accessories for its coolest vehicle. As could be seen in an update to the Tesla Shop, the electric vehicle maker has now launched a metal key card for the Cybertruckbecause why not? Cybertruck keys: The Cybertruck , similar to Teslas other vehicles, is shipped with a regular key card.

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Don’t Freak Out If You See An Old RV In A Charging Space

CleanTechnica EVs

Years ago, when I was working in rideshare and delivery, I encountered some fellow drivers who werent doing too great. Some of them were spending 18+ hours a day in their cars. Others went ahead and moved into the car 24 hours a day, and only did deliveries because they. [continued] The post Dont Freak Out If You See An Old RV In A Charging Space appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla summarizes Supercharger Network milestones in 2024

Teslarati

It’s only a few hours before 2025 begins, and Tesla has started sharing a number of its biggest milestones for the year. These include the milestones of the Supercharger Network, which had a very eventful 2024. Tesla outlined the Supercharger Network’s accomplishments for the year in a post on its official Tesla Charging account on social media platform X.

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Faraday Future Is Still Alive, & Showing Off More Affordable Electric Car At CES 2025

CleanTechnica EVs

No one would criticize you if you thought Faraday Future was long dead. After a ton of hype before CES 2016, most of us were quite shocked and disappointed by what was revealed. And it turned out that, after various hype cycles, the company’s finances were revealed to be none. [continued] The post Faraday Future Is Still Alive, & Showing Off More Affordable Electric Car At CES 2025 appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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BYD reveals production speeds comparable to Tesla China

Teslarati

BYD announced a 2024 milestone, revealing production speeds comparable to those of Tesla Giga Shanghai in China. According to the Chinese automaker, it managed to produce its 7 millionth, 8 millionth, 9 millionth, and 10 millionth new energy vehicle (NEV) months apart. 2024 Milestone BYD Reaches New Production Heights BYD rapidly produced its 7 millionth, 8 millionth, 9 millionth, and finally its 10 millionth NEVs only months apart.

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Check out the first drop top electric Dodge Charger Daytona convertible

Electrek

The new Dodge Charger Daytona EV may look even better as a convertible. Dodges new electric muscle car is already getting its first drop top upgrade. Check out the custom EV muscle car below.

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Xiaomi delivers 135k+ SU7, targets more than double for 2025

Teslarati

Xiaomi reportedly delivered more than 135,000 SU7 vehicles in 2024, an impressive feat for its first vehicles. In 2025, Xiaomi aims to deliver 300,000 SU7 units. In November, Xiaomi boosted its delivery targets to 120,000 SU7 units for 2024. If reports are accurate, the China-based company exceeded its expectations for the year. Ford CEO’s take on the Xiaomi SU7: an industry juggernaut The relatively new Chinese automaker is already building the second phase of its Beijing plant, reported

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Retro-themed electric moped brand ONYX returns, with 55+ MPH bikes

Electrek

In an end-of-the-year miracle to close out 2024, the often-lauded ONYX moped maker has announced its return after shutting down operations earlier this year. The companys return kicks off with the release of 100 limited edition electric mopeds.

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