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Polestar 3 electric SUV starts production in US

Green Car Reports

After some delay, the Polestar 3 electric midsize SUV has started production at Volvo's plant near Charleston, South Carolina, paving the way for the start of customer deliveries in the U.S. shortly. It joins the related Volvo EX90 which has been in production at the plant since June. U.S.-built Polestar 3s will be sold locally, as well as in.

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Just 45 petrol cars sold in Norway in July as EVs hit 92 per cent of sales

The Driven EV News

Norway sold just 45 fossil-fuelled cars in the month of July as the share of full battery electric vehicles hit a record 92 per cent. The post Just 45 petrol cars sold in Norway in July as EVs hit 92 per cent of sales appeared first on The Driven.

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Acura Performance EV concept revealed in Monterey

Green Car Reports

Acura on Thursday unveiled a striking SUV concept that previews the next electric vehicle it has in the pipeline. The new Performance EV concept was unveiled at 2024 Monterey Car Week currently underway in California, and previews a vehicle due to enter production in late 2025 at parent company Honda's sprawling Marysville Auto Plant in Ohio. The.

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Lucid offers cheaper Air models with demo cars now available starting under $57,000

Electrek

Lucid’s electric luxury sedan is more affordable than ever. With Lucid Air demo cars now available to buy, you can snag one for under $57,000. That’s down over $20,000 from when the Air hit the market.

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

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Never Been Better Time To Buy A Used EV — Prices Drop 20.5%!

CleanTechnica EVs

Been thinking about getting an electric car but not sure when to jump in? Like the majority of Americans, you shopping used cars? Well, if so, it seems your time has come! Used electric car prices were down 20.5% in the second quarter of 2024 compared to the second quarter. [continued] The post Never Been Better Time To Buy A Used EV — Prices Drop 20.5%!

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I took a Tesla Cybertruck Demo Drive — Here’s what I learned

Teslarati

Upon learning that Tesla was offering Cybertruck Demo Drives across the United States, I decided to sign up for one. I have not gotten my hands on what is inarguably the most unorthodox vehicle on the market right now (and likely ever), but I’ve been lucky enough to see plenty of them in Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Florida, where I took a vacation in April.

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Tesla Energy is gaining more credibility from analysts in stock breakdowns

Teslarati

Tesla Energy is starting to gain some more credibility from Wall Street analysts as their stock breakdowns ( NASDAQ: TSLA ) are factoring in the company’s lesser-acknowledged division after several strong quarters this year. Tesla is widely known as an automotive company, but many investors, analysts, and even reporters tend to leave out the fact that it also operates an energy division.

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BMW Group Mexico Invests in EV Charging in Mexico

CleanTechnica EVs

144 new chargers will be installed in premium locations throughout Mexico. Customers in Mexico who choose to purchase a BMW i4 will earn energy credits for charging without charge. Mexico City — BMW Group Mexico, with the aim of continuing to promote electric mobility in Mexico, has consolidated a new. [continued] The post BMW Group Mexico Invests in EV Charging in Mexico appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla opens multiple new charging sites across 3 states

The Driven EV News

Tesla opens multiple sites in August, adding 20 new 250 kW chargers with many more to come. The post Tesla opens multiple new charging sites across 3 states appeared first on The Driven.

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Diesel Consumption Drops in China!

CleanTechnica EVs

Our estimates of diesel consumption in China totaled 3.9 million barrels per day (b/d) in June 2024, a decline of 11% from the same month last year and the largest year-over-year decline in consumption for any month since July 2021. From 2020 to 2022, China’s government, businesses, and communities used. [continued] The post Diesel Consumption Drops in China!

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

Brief

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Tesla Cybertruck is US’ best-selling vehicle above $100k in July 2024: KBB

Teslarati

A recent press release from Kelley Blue Book (KBB) has revealed that the Tesla Cybertruck was the United States’ best-selling vehicle priced above $100,000 in July 2024. This is extremely impressive considering the polarizing nature of the all-electric pickup truck. KBB noted in a press release that sales of expensive, full-size pickup trucks actually pushed the US auto industry’s average transaction price (ATP) higher last month.

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Story of Police Chief Switching Sides on Electric Cars

CleanTechnica EVs

Avondale Estates, Georgia, may be just 8 miles east of Atlanta’s bustling city center, but its unique Tudor-Revival architecture and storied history paint a picture of a quieter past. While the town is quaint—at 3,600 residents and 1.26 square miles—it hasn’t shied away from progress. In August 2022, the Avondale. [continued] The post Story of Police Chief Switching Sides on Electric Cars appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Ford shows dealers new low-cost EVs, including sedans, crossover SUVs, and pickups

Electrek

Ford is doubling down on plans to launch low-cost EVs after showing dealers several new renderings. The latest images revealed electric sedans, crossover SUVs, and pickups that could hit the market to challenge Tesla and Chinese EV leaders like BYD.

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Eddie Murphy’s “Candy Cane Lane” Supported By Mobile Batteries, Safe EV Batteries — EV & Solar News Roundup

CleanTechnica EVs

From mobile batteries supporting the new Eddie Murphy movie, Candy Cane Lane, to a battery first in safety testing, below is a roundup of battery news and solar energy news for you to enjoy. Batteries Sienza Energy, a Caltech-incubated battery company addresses battery safety for the EV market “Sienza Energy, [continued] The post Eddie Murphy’s “Candy Cane Lane” Supported By Mobile Batteries, Safe EV Batteries — EV & Solar News Roundup 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

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Enel is deploying 6,000+ sheep to 8 Texas solar farms

Electrek

Enel North America will deploy over 6,000 sheep at eight Texas solar farms in the US’s largest announced agrivoltaics agreement.

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Promises, Promises — Tesla Cybertruck Edition

CleanTechnica EVs

The Tesla Cybertruck is a polarizing vehicle. Love it or hate it, the hype from Elon Musk has turned out to be a lot of hot air. The post Promises, Promises — Tesla Cybertruck Edition appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla underestimates complexity of running customer fleet-based robotaxi service, Uber CEO says

Electrek

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi explains how Tesla is underestimating the complexity of running a customer fleet-based robotaxi ride-hailing service.

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Tesla Cybertruck torn down by Hyundai for analysis: report

Teslarati

The Tesla Cybertruck might be the de facto punching bag of the online car community today, but the polarizing all-electric pickup truck is getting some attention from experienced automakers. These include South Korean automaker Hyundai, which reportedly conducted a teardown analysis of a Tesla Cybertruck. Reports about Hyundai’s reported Tesla Cybertruck teardown were shared in Naver News.

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Here’s our first look at the new Kia EV4 electric hatchback [Video]

Electrek

The EV4 was expected to be Kia’s take on an affordable electric sedan. However, new hatchback variants have been spotted testing ahead of the model’s official debut. Check out the first sighting of the Kia EV4 hatchback in Korea in the video below.

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IEEE and Keysight Team Up to Teach Kids About Electronics

Cars That Think

IEEE TryEngineering has partnered with Keysight Technologies to develop lesson plans focused on electronics and power simulation. Keysight provides hardware, software, and services to a wide variety of industries, particularly in the area of electronic measurement. IEEE TryEngineering , an IEEE Educational Activities program, empowers educators to foster the next generation of technology innovators through free, online access to culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and educationally

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Acura’s new concept previews the first model atop Honda’s EV platform that will be built in US

Electrek

Days after teasing a sneak peek image of a new concept, Acura unveiled the “Performance EV” during a global debut at Monterey Car Week. The design of the SUV concept delivers a glimpse into what consumers will eventually see in a bonafide production model that will be built in the US by Honda and be powered by new EV architecture developed by Acura’s parent company.

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Just 45 fossil-fuelled cars sold in Norway in June as EVs hit 92 per cent of sales

The Driven EV News

Norway sold just 45 fossil-fuelled cars in the month of July as the share of full battery electric vehicles hit a record 92 per cent. The post Just 45 fossil-fuelled cars sold in Norway in June as EVs hit 92 per cent of sales appeared first on The Driven.

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Maryland’s EV charger rebate program is now open and it’s really good

Electrek

Maryland’s FY25 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Rebate Program is now open, and it offers residents and businesses solid incentives to install EV chargers.

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Zeekr X starting price pitched under $60,000 as new China EV brand enters Australia market

The Driven EV News

Chinese EV company Zeekr says price of its new compact luxury Zeekr X electric SUV will start below $60,000 before on-road costs for base rear-wheel drive variants and below $70,000… The post Zeekr X starting price pitched under $60,000 as new China EV brand enters Australia market appeared first on The Driven.

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Tesla keeps cool, Rivian heats up, Uber throws shade, and NIO swings

Electrek

On today’s episode of Quick Charge , Tesla’s weird new cooler faces off against Rivian’s clever new camp kitchen, Uber’s CEO thinks Elon is underestimating the problem, and NIO shows off its new rival to the best-selling Tesla Model Y.

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Ford Dealers Get Preview of Four-Door and Safari-Style Mustang Variants

The Truth About Cars

Ford might be expanding the Mustang brand to include a four-door coupe and a safari-style off-road model. That’s the news coming out of the automaker’s recent dealer meeting in Las Vegas, according to attendees who shared details with Automotive News. The source said they saw a rendering of a four-door coupe, which some noted was named the Mach 4. Ford CEO Jim Farley also hinted at a new off-road Baja model, showing images of a lifted Mustang with off-road tires.

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Just 45 fossil-fuelled cars sold in Norway in July as EVs hit 92 per cent of sales

The Driven EV News

Norway sold just 45 fossil-fuelled cars in the month of July as the share of full battery electric vehicles hit a record 92 per cent. The post Just 45 fossil-fuelled cars sold in Norway in July as EVs hit 92 per cent of sales appeared first on The Driven.

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Jaguar Readying New Upscale EV to Arrive By Next Year

The Truth About Cars

Jaguar made the shocking decision to cut all of its current vehicle models other than the F-Pace, but it’s not a permanent move. The automaker has enough current stock to last into 2025, at which time it will take a step upmarket to compete with high-end brands like Bentley. Jaguar-Land Rover CEO Adrian Martell said that the brand would “return to its DNA,” a move away from the shared platforms and engineering Jaguar has with its sister company.

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Tesla launches $700 Cybertruck cooler that fits in the frunk

Electrek

Tesla has launched a new $700 cooler designed to fit into the Cybertruck’s front trunk or “frunk.” Frunks are an.

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This Chinese EV Is Stellantis' New Secret Weapon. Reviews Are Glowing

InsideEVs

China's Leapmotor C10 is headed to Europe, thanks to Stellantis. Early reviews praise the car for its value and execution.

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Ford Says Beware, Takata Murder Bags Are Still Out There

The Truth About Cars

It's been nine years since automakers like Ford and Mazda first issued warnings about the dangers of airbag inflators manufactured by Takata. Despite these warnings, Ford reports that there are still about 374,300 vehicles with these faulty inflators on U.S. roads, with a global total of 765,600. Mazda adds another 83,000 vehicles to that count. In response, both automakers, alongside the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, have issued a renewed do-not-drive advisory for the affected

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Toyota Could Convert All Of Its North American Lineup To Hybrids

InsideEVs

Plus, Ford's answer to touch screen controls and used EV batteries find new life in grid energy storage.

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MOD Bikes debuts Berlin Step-Thru 3 e-bike at $2,299, Jackery home backup bundle $1,540 off, EcoFlow flash sale, more

Electrek

Headlining today’s Green Deals is the debut of MOD Bikes’ new Berlin Step-Thru 3 Commuter e-bike with a pre-order discount to $2,299 as part of its Back to School sale that ends tonight. It is joined by Jackery’s latest home backup sale that has dropped its Solar Generator 3000 Pro bundle , which can power your home with the included transfer switch, down to a new $2,759 low – along with other longer-term and shorter-term backup power options starting from $90.

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Tesla to offer Cybertruck ride and drive sessions at Electrify Expo festival

Teslarati

Attendees of the upcoming Electrify Expo festival will have the opportunity to personally experience how it feels to drive one of the most disruptive and polarizing vehicles today — the Tesla Cybertruck. An announcement for the all-electric pickup truck’s presence at the upcoming event was released on Wednesday. Electrify Expo is one of North America’s largest electric vehicle festivals.