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These Tesla Superchargers are free today for Earth Week

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On Friday, Tesla posted on its charging account on X that it would be offering free Supercharging across 30 select stations on Saturday in celebration of Earth Day and Week. The chargers are set to be free during daytime work hours, and they’re scattered in locations across Europe, North America, and the Asia-Pacific region.

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Nissan launches sustainable finance framework to fund electric vehicle and sustainable technologies

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Proceeds from the Nissan Sustainable Finance Framework will also be used to support projects in Nissan’s use of renewable energy, clean manufacturing systems, EV re-charging infrastructure, battery re-use, and autonomous-drive technologies. Funding entities will include both Nissan Motor Co., Management of the Proceeds.

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An Update On Upcoming Fast Charging Stations in Southeast New Mexico

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Why I Spend Time On This One of the things I like to cover here at CleanTechnica is upcoming DC fast charge stations. If you’re on the fence about buying an electric […]. While in reality, the average EV driver will rarely use one, it’s still a big factor in whether someone will buy an EV.

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Volkswagen committing $7.1B to boost product line-up, R&D, manufacturing in North America; targeting 55% BEV sales by 2030

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billion over the next five years in the North American region (NAR) (Canada, Mexico, United States) to boost its product portfolio, regional R&D and manufacturing capabilities. As part of that, Volkswagen plans to bring over-the-air (OTA) updates and new software features, such as plug and charge, for the ID.4 Assembly of the ID.4

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Volvo adopts Tesla’s NACS Connector for EVs

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Volvo said today that it would adopt Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS), opting to use the connector for its electric vehicles. The announcement makes Volvo the latest major automaker to adopt Tesla’s charging connector. Soon thereafter, General Motors made the decision to adopt NACS, with Rivian following.

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Tesla exec explains objection to Mexico’s proposed EV charging rules

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Recent reports have emerged suggesting that Tesla and the United States Government have objected to Mexico’s proposed electric vehicle charging station rules. A Tesla executive has provided some additional insights about the matter, particularly on why the EV maker is objecting to Mexico’s proposal.

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2 Teslas, the Pan-American Highway, and an extreme adventure

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When we spoke, Martin was in Mexico and we talked about some of his adventures along the way from Alaska to Mexico. Martin explained that the speed bumps in Mexico are extremely huge and that he has to modify the tow hitch due to the speed bumps. no charging stations in town. This is a follow-up to that interview.

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