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Toyota says California-led EV mandates "impossible" to meet

Green Car Reports

Toyota on Friday gave the first indication of a renewed pushback against California's ability to set stricter emissions standards and wind down sales of gasoline cars. "At this point, it looks impossible," Toyota North America COO Jack Hollis said in a virtual roundtable with CNBC and other media, regarding California rules that call for 35% of.

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Where’s My Robot?

Cars That Think

AI robots are advanced humanoids that can do useful tasks and are powered by machine learning. Examples include the latest humanoid robots from Tesla, Boston Dynamics, Figure, Sanctuary AI, 1X, and Unitree. The goal is for these robots to be used for household chores, with AI training them to be capable and safe so one day they can be in our homes.

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2025 Kia Niro EV still costs $40,975 despite added standard equipment

Green Car Reports

The 2025 Kia Niro EV receives a few more standard features, but costs the same as the 2024 model. That means pricing still starts at $40,975—including a $1,375 destination fee—for the Niro EV Wind base model. For 2025, the Wind receives a larger 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and switches to a rotary shifter. The higher-level.

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Toyota Is Digging Its Own Grave

CleanTechnica EVs

I can’t say how well Toyota will be able to change course in years to come when the company realizes that it’s really time to switch to electric vehicles (BEVs). What I can say is that I’m a bit shocked the company is still dragging its feet to such an. [continued] The post Toyota Is Digging Its Own Grave appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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

emissions global warming Norway climate change carbon dioxide youtube lighting

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Mazda CX-90 and CX-70 PHEV recalled due to loss of drive power, electrical issues

Green Car Reports

Mazda is recalling certain plug-in hybrid SUVs due to a software issue that could cause a loss of propulsion while in all-electric mode. The recall encompasses 14,902 vehicles, including 2024 Mazda CX-90 three-row SUVs and a small number of 2025 Mazda CX-70s, which are essentially two-row versions of the CX-90 with a different name. Improper.

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In a first, BYD to soon topple Ford on deliveries

Electrek

China’s powerhouse BYD looks to soon outperform Ford in terms of annual shipments this year, which would be a major milestone for the company, placing it firmly in the ranks as a top 10 automaker globally, Bloomberg reports.

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Lucid’s modified Air Pursuit EV Police Cruiser will catch you if you try to run

Electrek

There’s a new sheriff in town. A modified version of Lucid’s Air EV was recently tested by the California Highway Patrol. The fierce-looking “Lucid Pursuit” will catch you if you try to run with unrivaled range and performance.

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Tesla rolls out new commands feature for better connectivity

Teslarati

Tesla is rolling out a new commands feature for its vehicles to make it easier for owners to do things like unlock or pre-heat the cabin without requiring an internet connection. However, legacy Model S and Model X vehicles will not be able to utilize the new feature. Many owners take advantage of all of the things they can do to their Tesla from their smartphone.

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Tesla spotted testing Cybercab robotaxi on Giga Texas roads

Electrek

Tesla has been spotted testing its Cybercab robotaxi on roads at Gigafactory Texas, which is interesting as Tesla is limited on where it can test the steering-wheel-less vehicle.

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India to hold EV import policy workshop in bid to attract Tesla, other EV makers: report

Teslarati

India is reportedly initiating a plan to encourage electric vehicle makers like Tesla to invest in the country. A report about the alleged initiative was shared in a recent report from The Economic Times. As per the Times , the Indian government is organizing a workshop for companies that are interested in importing premium electric vehicles at lower import tariffs.

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

Brief

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Colombia EV Sales Report: 1000 Sales Surpassed in October, Country Reaches 6.4% EV Market Share!

CleanTechnica EVs

Colombia’s EV market is booming. As I said a couple months ago, we’re not only seeing significant YoY (year over year) growth (as we are in several other markets, including Costa Rica, Uruguay, Mexico, and Brazil), but we’re also looking at “bursts” of demand that lead to significant MoM (month. [continued] The post Colombia EV Sales Report: 1000 Sales Surpassed in October, Country Reaches 6.4% EV Market Share!

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Tesla is about to ship a fix to a big Sentry Mode issue

Teslarati

Tesla is about to ship a fix to a big Sentry Mode issue that the company has been aiming to solve for the better part of a year. In February , Tesla said it would work to fix a major issue with its Sentry Mode feature, which records events near the car automatically. The feature has been a major proponent of assisting in cases of vandalism, but has even been used by police departments as they are effectively surveillance cameras.

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BYD May Soon Be Selling More Vehicles Than Ford

CleanTechnica EVs

BYD is surging in production, sales, and profits as it challenges most of the world's major automakers in more than 70 countries. The post BYD May Soon Be Selling More Vehicles Than Ford appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla HR hiring in CA and Texas

Teslarati

Tesla HR is hiring for positions in California and Texas. A Senior HR Manager at Tesla, Liz G, published a post inviting people to apply for the company’s HR team. Tesla’s Sr. HR Manager mentioned some open roles in her post, including HR Partner, Sr HR Partner, and HR Coordinator in California and Texas. A quick search through Tesla’s Career page and TESLARATI found a few HR positions in Sparks, Nevada, and one job opening in New York.

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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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EV sales continue to soar in China, hitting record tallies for a second consecutive month

Electrek

The China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) has shared its new energy vehicle (NEV) sales numbers for October, showcasing that EV adoption is at an all-time high, surpassing September 2024, which was the previous record.

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SpaceX reportedly signs battery supply agreement with LG Energy Solution

Teslarati

SpaceX reportedly signed a battery supply agreement with LG Energy Solution (LGES). Local media outlets in South Korea—where LGES is based—have reported on the agreement between SpaceX and the battery supplier. LGES’ contract with SpaceX will reportedly supply batteries for the aerospace company’s Starship rocket and its trip to Mars. According to news floating in South Korea’s battery industry, LGES signed a contract to supply SpaceX with cylindrical lithium-ion batteries for Starship.

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Australia clears the way for EVs to help save the grid with V2G this summer

Electrek

The Australian government has announced that it plans to allow EVs in the country to use V2G/bidirectional charging as early as Christmas of this year, right at the start of an Australian summer that promises to be one of the hottest ever.

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Tesla’s map now shows third-party charger availability in Europe

Teslarati

Tesla has added a new feature in two new markets that should make it easier to charge at third-party chargers without potentially having to wait in line. In photos shared last week by Tesla owner and X user Matty06, you can see that the company’s navigation now shows real-time availability at select third-party Superchargers. In the photo, you can see the map showing a non-Tesla charging station, along with the words “1 of 2 available,” as translated into English from German.

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Kia launches its new affordable EV3 electric SUV in Europe with segment-leading range

Electrek

Kia wants a bigger slice of Europe’s electric vehicle market. With the EV3 now available in Europe, Kia claims its new electric SUV sets a new benchmark with segment-leading range at an affordable price.

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A YangWang U9 Recently Went 243 MPH — What It Says About BYD

CleanTechnica EVs

While many of us were focused on the election, BYD announced that the YangWang U9 went 391.94 km/h (243 mph). Auto-translate under subtitles helps. This was not a one-off. No track-only equipment (other than a roll cage, for safety reasons), rockets, or gimmicks. It was a street-legal car using street. [continued] The post A YangWang U9 Recently Went 243 MPH — What It Says About BYD appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Zoox begins testing its unique robotaxis in San Francisco

Electrek

Autonomous robotaxi developer Zoox has shared its latest progress update, which includes expansions into its second commercial market—San Francisco. The company has begun testing its proprietary robotaxis in the region and already has some specific neighborhoods in mind where it will want to begin offering driverless rides.

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The Honda Prologue Is Already Proving Toyota Wrong

InsideEVs

It may be a GM car underneath, but the electric Honda Prologue is a hit. And it proves people want good EVs from brands they trust.

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Toyota wants to make ‘even better cars’ to keep pace with EV leaders in China like BYD

Electrek

Like most legacy automakers, Toyota is struggling to keep up in China’s intensifying EV market. However, the company isn’t planning to back down like some of its peers. Toyota wants to make “even better cars” while ramping output to keep pace with domestic leaders like BYD.

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Best Value for Money EVs — City Cars (A Segment)

CleanTechnica EVs

This is the first of a five-part series of articles where I look at the best affordable EVs in each size category. There are plenty of good EVs right now, but one of the main challenges continues to be their price and how much more expensive they are compared to. [continued] The post Best Value for Money EVs — City Cars (A Segment) appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Tesla (TSLA) turns back to free Supercharging, big discounts in Europe to boost sales

Electrek

Tesla is turning back to free Supercharging and offering big discounts in Europe to boost sales in its toughest market for a record quarter.

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BYD closing the gap with Ford 

Teslarati

China’s top new energy automaker, BYD, is closing the gap between itself and Ford regarding volume production. The Chinese automaker kicked off the first month of the fourth quarter, selling half a million vehicles. BYD reported selling approximately 502,757 vehicles worldwide in October, a 66.5% increase compared to the same month last year. [link] In comparison, US-based automaker Ford has been averaging about 1.1 million vehicles each quarter this year.

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BYD’s new Sealion 7 mid-size electric SUV is set to rival Europe’s best

Electrek

China’s EV giant is ready to unleash its newest secret weapon on the global stage. With the arrival of the new Sealion 7 in Europe, BYD expects sales to pick up rapidly. BYD’s new mid-size electric SUV will challenge top-selling EVs in Europe, including the Tesla Model Y.

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The Tesla Ethicist: How Can I Reconcile My Tesla Stock Gains With Musk’s Skewed Self-Interest?

CleanTechnica EVs

Today, CleanTechnica’s Tesla Ethicist columnist answers a question about the tensions among being true to one’s morals, Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s absolutist tendencies, and personal Tesla stock portfolios increases. Dear Tesla Ethicist: I’ve always prided myself on my personal wherewithal. I self-financed my own college education by working and extending.

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PNY’s electric cargo motorcycle is actually hitting the road

Electrek

Last year at the EICMA Milan Milan Motorcycle Show, I stumbled across a novel-looking vehicle known as the Ponie P2. Described as a van replacement, the 60 mph (100 km/h) electric motorbike sports a huge cargo case below the seat and was prepping for production at the time. Now a year later, I caught up with the company at the same show to learn how the Ponie P2 is now preparing to hit the road.

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Xpeng offers 10 year warranty and free service for new G6 electric SUV

The Driven EV News

Xpeng offers thousands of dollars worth of value on its G6 electric SUV to new customers. The post Xpeng offers 10 year warranty and free service for new G6 electric SUV appeared first on The Driven.

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A California Highway Patrol Lucid Air Could Do Police Chases For A Very, Very Long Time

InsideEVs

Highway patrol isn’t a role best suited for EVs, but if you were to choose the best one for the job, it would be a Lucid Air.

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Hyundai IONIQ 9 teaser reveals bold new LED light bar design and more [Video]

Electrek

The big day is almost here. In less than a month, we will finally see Hyundai’s first three-row electric SUV. With its debut just around the corner, Hyundai is giving us a closer look at the IONIQ 9 in its latest teaser. The new video reveals its new Tesla Cybertruck-like LED light bar for the first time. Check it out below.

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Waymo study analyzes collisions with vulnerable road users

Teslarati

Google’s driverless ride-hailing company Waymo has revealed the latest in a string of AI research-related announcements, this time sharing results from a first-of-its-kind study on collisions with vulnerable road users. Waymo last week announced EMMA, its end-to-end, multimodal research model for autonomous driving , though it isn’t being used commercially at this point.

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Enphase lays off 17% of its workforce, shuts down Mexico production

Electrek

Enphase Energy (Nasdaq: ENPH) said in a statement to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that it will lay off 17% of its global workforce to “streamline its operations.

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