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Mercedes-Benz AMG developing standalone electric full-size SUV

Green Car Reports

A three-row electric AMG-badged Mercedes-Benz SUV is in the works The EV will ride on a new AMG.EA dedicated EV platform Prototypes are expected to start road testing this winter Mercedes-Benz's AMG performance division is working on an all-electric full-size SUV that will be distinct from anything sold by the main Mercedes brand. AMG has produced.

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Nissan cuts 9,000 jobs and goes into ’emergency’ mode

Electrek

Nissan is in full-throttle emergency mode to save itself: the automaker is cutting 9,000 jobs, slashing production capacity, and selling off its stake in Mitsubishi Motors. The CEO is also reducing his own salary by half.

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Rivian R2 will get Arizona-made batteries from LG

Green Car Reports

Batteries bound for U.S. Rivian R2 models will come from Arizona LG will supply Rivian with 67 gigawatt-hours over five years 4695 format is set to be shared with R3, R3X Next-generation cylindrical battery cells for the Rivian R2 SUV will come from LG Energy Solution and its Arizona plant, the battery supplier and U.S. EV maker confirmed.

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Tesla China receives apology from car blogger over dishonest braking test

Teslarati

Tesla China recently received an apology from prolific car blogger and influencer Chen Zhengang over a controversial braking test from 2021. As per the car blogger, his video misrepresented the Tesla Model 3’s automatic emergency braking performance. The car blogger, who has millions of followers online, produced videos in 2021 featuring a comparison between the automatic emergency braking systems of a Tesla Model 3 and an Xpeng P7.

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

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Reversing course, Volvo EX30 coming to US in 2024

Green Car Reports

The Volvo EX30's U.S. arrival was delayed due to tariffs Volvo's now said the EX30 will arrive before the end of the year The first EX30s to arrive in the U.S. will be $46,195 dual-motor models After being delayed in the wake of increased tariffs, the Volvo EX30 small electric crossover will reach the U.S. by the end of this year. First shown in.

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BYD puts the brakes on its Canada launch – for now

Electrek

BYD has decided to stall its plans to enter Canada, deterred by the country’s 100% federal tariffs on EVs imported from China. But here’s how BYD will likely make the move to enter the US or Canada anyway.

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Lucid (LCID) has funding for ‘well into 2026’ after Gravity SUV launch, record Q3

Electrek

Lucid Motors (LCID) announced it has enough funding for “well into 2026” after releasing third-quarter earnings. After its third straight quarter of record deliveries, Lucid will begin building its first electric SUV, the Gravity, later this year.

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Hydrogen Fuel Cell Aircraft Attracts US Army, Navy, & Air Force, Too

CleanTechnica EVs

The US military is supporting new drop-in hydrogen fuel propulsion systems for quiet-running zero emission aircraft and stationary energy generation. The post Hydrogen Fuel Cell Aircraft Attracts US Army, Navy, & Air Force, Too appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Lucid Gravity order page goes live, starts at $95k and tops out at $126k fully loaded

Teslarati

Lucid Motors has gone live with the configurator of its latest vehicle, the Gravity SUV. As can be seen on the vehicle’s order page , the Lucid Gravity is currently only available in its Grand Touring trim. The all-electric luxury SUV also starts at $94,900 and tops out at about $126,500 fully loaded. The Lucid Gravity is the second vehicle in the luxury electric car maker’s lineup.

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EVs Take 30.2% Share in the UK — Near Record High

CleanTechnica EVs

October’s auto market saw plugin EVs take 30.2% share in the UK, up from 24.9% year on year. Both BEVs and PHEVs grew in volume, whilst the overall auto market shrank. Overall auto volume was 144,288 units, down 6% YoY, and slightly below pre-2020 norms. The UK’s leading BEV brand. [continued] The post EVs Take 30.2% Share in the UK — Near Record High appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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

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Kia EV9 ADVNTR concept preview EV's potential off-road upgrades

Green Car Reports

Kia on Tuesday unveiled an off-road concept version of its EV9 electric SUV at the 2024 SEMA show in Las Vegas. The Kia EV9 ADVNTR adds typical off-road accoutrements to the three-row SUV, including a 3-inch suspension lift, new wheels and tires, light bars, and a roof rack. Kia isn't discussing production possibilities, but the concept could.

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Flexible EV charging prices prove to be good for solar soak, and it stopped ICEing

The Driven EV News

A new study on flexible tariffs for EV chargers shows that time of use pricing can be good for the grid, and reduces ICE-ing because they are used more. The post Flexible EV charging prices prove to be good for solar soak, and it stopped ICEing appeared first on The Driven.

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XPeng Embraces Extended Range EV Strategy

CleanTechnica EVs

XPeng announced recently that it is bringing extended range electric vehicles to market soon to appeal to buyers where charging is an issue. The post XPeng Embraces Extended Range EV Strategy appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Rivian (RIVN) hits a road bump in third-quarter earnings, but things are looking up from here

Electrek

EV maker Rivian (RIVN) released its third-quarter financial earnings Thursday after the market closed. With fewer deliveries in the quarter, Rivian’s revenue missed expectations. However, the EV maker promises things are looking up from here.

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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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US EV Charging Station Report Reveals Intriguing Insights

CleanTechnica EVs

New research conducted by the online driver education resource Zutobi, The 2024 EV Charging Station Report: State-by-State Breakdown, has produced some interesting insights about American electric vehicle infrastructure. It’s timely given the recent election results, because with a new administration and a lack of clarity about the future of US. [continued] The post US EV Charging Station Report Reveals Intriguing Insights appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Royal Enfield unveils new electric motorcycle – and its the perfect type

Electrek

Royal Enfield’s biggest announcement at EICMA 2024 – the Milan Motorcycle Show – was undoubtedly the drop of its new electric motorcycle, the Flying Flea C6 and S6.

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Toledo Jeep Plant Preparing Over 1,000 Layoffs

The Truth About Cars

After quite a bit of speculation , Stellantis confirmed on Wednesday that it would be cutting roughly 1,100 employees from the Jeep plant located in Toledo, Ohio. Due to slowing Jeep sales and rising vehicle inventories, the automaker had decided to eliminate a production shift in January. Stellantis, which has an oversupply problem for more than just its Jeep brand, has signaled that it’ll take proactive steps to remedy the issue.

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Kia’s 2025 Niro EV remains one of the most affordable electric vehicles at under $40,000

Electrek

Kia revealed prices for the all-electric 2025 Niro EV crossover SUV on Thursday. Starting at under $40,000, the 2025 Kia Niro remains among the most affordable electric vehicles — even cheaper than most gas-powered cars.

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BYD inks deal with Cosco Shipping

Teslarati

BYD signed a deal with Cosco Shipping to export its products, which range from electronics to all-electric or hybrid vehicles. According to the company’s press release, BYD has significantly raised its overseas sales volume by up to 151% year-over-year in the first half of 2024. Cosco Shipping Special Transport, under Cosco Shipping Group, will help BYD deliver its products overseas.

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Archer Aviation signs a joint venture with Soracle to bring eVTOL air taxi services to Japan

Electrek

Japan is quickly becoming a hub for eVTOL and air taxi technology. This morning, Archer Aviation announced it is the latest sustainable aviation developer to sign a deal in the region and implement aerial taxi transportation, beginning with Soracle Corporation’s purchase of up to 100 Midnight eVTOL aircraft.

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New Chinese brand Deepal announces price of its first electric SUV in Australia

The Driven EV News

Deepal's first EV price announced as the electric SUV heads to Australia in December. The post New Chinese brand Deepal announces price of its first electric SUV in Australia appeared first on The Driven.

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LG Energy Solution to provide Rivian 4695 cylindrical batteries produced in the US for the R2

Electrek

Battery manufacturer LG Energy Solution just announced that its Arizona subsidiary has signed a long-term supply agreement with US automaker Rivian for 4695 cylindrical batteries. The cells will be produced at LG Energy Solution Arizona’s new standalone US facility beginning next year and will power Rivian’s upcoming R2 BEVs.

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New 2025 Kia Niro EV Pricing

CleanTechnica EVs

With the slick Kia EV6 and the family-loving EV9, one can be forgiven for forgetting that the Kia Niro EV is still around. While the Niro EV is from a different era, it’s still going strong, and a new 2025 version now has some details announced — most importantly, pricing. [continued] The post New 2025 Kia Niro EV Pricing appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Mercedes-AMG is building its first super electric SUV from scratch: Here’s a sneak peek

Electrek

A new full-size off-road luxury electric SUV is poised to shake up the market. Mercedes-AMG just previewed its first standalone super electric SUV, which will take its first test drive this summer.

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Toyota Could Bring PHEV Tech to the Tacoma and Tundra

The Truth About Cars

Toyota has already moved to a hybrid setup in the Tacoma, Sequoia, and Tundra, but it’s not done electrifying its truck and SUV catalog. Autoguide recently reported that the automaker is considering its powertrain offerings in those vehicles to include plug-in hybrid variants. David Crist, Toyota’s group VP and GM of Toyota Motor North America, said, “We’re looking across the lineup to see where plug-in hybrid electric vehicles make sense.

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World’s 1st AI-Defined Vehicle? XPeng’s Bold Claim

CleanTechnica EVs

XPeng has launched the P7+, its newest electric vehicle model. XPeng is consistently focused on identifying its tech leadership and “smart” capabilities. Apparently, with this new model, it’s taking this to the next step by claiming it’s the “world’s first AI-defined vehicle.” I’ll admit it — I don’t know what.

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Nissan is Facing Tough Times and Even Tougher Decisions

The Truth About Cars

Nissan has been in trouble for a while now. Dealers have sounded the alarm multiple times over the last few years, noting their troubles selling the brand’s aging vehicle catalog, but now, the situation appears to have reached a point of no return, so to speak. Nissan’s CEO Makoto Uchida recently said the automaker is in an “extremely tough situation,” noting that it would shed thousands of jobs and sell off some assets to stem the tide.

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Big discounts help EV sales surge in UK as electric prices match petrol and diesel

The Driven EV News

EV sales were strong in October as the overall market slumped, helped along by a price war that is seeing EVs offered at prices that match petrol and diesel equivalents. The post Big discounts help EV sales surge in UK as electric prices match petrol and diesel appeared first on The Driven.

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Used Car of the Day: 1984 Dodge Rampage

The Truth About Cars

To be completely up front, this one is a non-running project car. But it's an intriguing one. It's a make and model we don't see often here -- a 1984 Dodge Rampage 2.2T. This one doesn't run -- the 2.2 needs a complete rebuild. It appears that the suspension needs to be done, too. You can also get a 2.5-liter engine thrown into the deal.

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2026 Rivian R2 Will Get New LG Cells With 'Six Times' The Capacity

InsideEVs

Korean battery giant LG Energy Solution will supply next-generation U.S. made battery packs for the Tesla Model Y rival.

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Hyundai’s three-row IONIQ 9 SUV inches closer to big debut after revealing new US sighting

Electrek

We will finally see Hyundai’s first three-row electric SUV later this month. Ahead of its big day, The Hyundai IONIQ 9 SUV was spotted in California wearing barely any camouflage. The new sighting gives us our closest look yet.

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QOTD: How Can Nissan Be Fixed?

The Truth About Cars

Nissan is still struggling , even with a much-improved Kicks on the market and other new product on the way. So, I ask of you, if you woke up tomorrow as CEO of Nissan, how would you fix the brand? It's a question we've explored before , but not for some time. Personally I think I'd invest resources into new platforms instead of using heavily massaged older platforms, as the brand did with the Z.

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Ford is the fastest-growing auto brand in Saudi Arabia ahead of upcoming overseas EV push

Electrek

Ford is gearing up to launch new EVs overseas as it battles for global market share. Ahead of its EV blitz, Ford is currently the fastest-growing auto brand in Saudi Arabia. The American automaker is laying the groundwork for “an electrified future” in The Middle East.

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EV Startup Canoo Is In Trouble

InsideEVs

Canoo's furloughing of nearly a quarter of its workers feels more like moving the chairs around on the deck of the Titanic than a fix.

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