Summary – Most electric vehicles have electronic door release mechanisms that require power – If locked outside with a dead low-voltage battery, accessing the vehicle is possible through backup mechanical…
Summary – Quicksilver paint option now available for Tesla Model 3 sedan in countries supplied by Tesla Giga Shanghai – Priced at RMB 12,000, the same cost as Ultra Red…
Summary – Since the “Dieselgate” scandal in 2015, regulators have been closely monitoring automakers for emissions violations – The breach by GM was not as severe as Volkswagen’s scandal, but shows EPA is still enforcing tougher emissions regulations – GM’s…
Summary – Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email or follow on Google News – Planning ahead when renting an EV for a summer road trip is key – Talk to experienced EV drivers for tips and…
Summary – Toyota Motor North America reported a 9% increase in second-quarter vehicle sales, totaling 621,549 units – The group’s electrified vehicle sales in Q2 2024 were up by 63% year-over-year, representing nearly 40% of total volume – Plug-in electric…
Summary – Coltura promotes transitioning rural gasoline superusers to EVs for economic benefits and reducing gasoline use – Rural drivers consume a significant amount of gasoline and spend a higher portion of their income on gas compared to urban and…
Summary – Fully Charged Show impressed by Hyundai Inster’s utility and interior – Inster is based on same platform as Hyundai Casper with minor styling changes – Hyundai has updated EV sales goal to 2 million by 2030 – Inster is small but surprisingly spacious, with room for a 6’6”…
Summary – Plugin EVs took 85.3% share in the June auto market in Norway, down from 90.9% year on year – BEVs took 80.0% share, down from 82.2% YoY, with the Tesla Model Y as the best selling BEV – HEV volumes increased substantially, possibly related to new vehicle safety…
Summary – Audi of America sold 48,687 cars in the U.S. in Q2 2024, with electric cars accounting for 11.1% of total sales – Audi’s EV lineup includes models such…
Summary – DSB in Denmark has signed an agreement with European Energy for the construction of a new solar park in Eastern Denmark – The solar park in Rødby Harbour…
Summary – American Honda achieved a 1% EV share in June, with 1,085 all-electric cars sold – Honda and Acura’s EVs are based on GM’s Ultium platform and produced at GM factories – Through mid-2024, Honda has sold almost 1,900…
Summary – Over 21 million children in the U.S. ride diesel-fueled school buses, posing health risks – Electric school buses have zero tailpipe emissions and reduce greenhouse gas emissions – As of June 2024, there are 12,164 committed electric school…
Summary – Fisker is seeking court approval to sell its remaining Ocean electric SUVs for $14,000 each to American Lease – The original price of the Ocean SUVs ranged from $38,999 to $61,499 – Due to quality issues, Fisker issued…
Summary – Tesla is offering a $1,000 discount to active military, veterans, and their spouses on Model S, 3, X, and Y – The discount program is verified through ID.me and does not apply to Cybertruck or used Tesla vehicles…
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Summary – Some customers returned their Volvo EX30 cars due to various issues – The car, facing software problems, relies heavily on the central touchscreen for operation – Issues included blacked-out screens, unresponsive steering wheel buttons, and failed charging attempts…
Summary – Tesla is rolling out software update 2024.26 to its employees – The update includes notable features like Parental Controls with Night Curfew, speed…
Summary – Volkswagen of America saw a 31% increase in vehicle sales in the U.S., reaching 100,612, but EV sales did not contribute to this…
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Summary – Lotus Emeya is a powerful electric car with up to 905 HP, rapid DC fast-charging, and significant innovation – The new Emeya is a Hyper GT model that is big, heavy, and fast, distinct from traditional Lotus sports…
Summary – Audi Q6 E-Tron is the first Audi on the PPE platform shared with the Macan – Positioned between the Q4 and Q8 E-Tron,…
Summary – Polestar 4 is a crossover coupe with a price of $56,000, known for its lack of rear window – Design trend in modern…
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Summary – Zonal architecture is the new trend in software-defined vehicles, reducing the number of wiring harnesses and electronic control units – Traditional cars have centralized electrical architectures, which are being replaced by the more efficient zonal architectures – Zonal…
Summary – Electric vehicles have a high-voltage battery pack that powers the vehicle and must store a large amount of electricity – Even though EVs…
Summary – Ioniq 5 N set a record at Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in June 27, 2024 – The car, fully electric, was built…
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Summary – General Motors reported record EV sales in the second quarter of 2024, with a 40% year-over-year increase and a 34% increase over the previous quarter. – GM’s Ultium electric vehicle architecture faced initial software problems but has started…
Summary – Tesla stock soared on Tuesday, reaching its highest level in nearly six months – Tesla reported better-than-expected quarterly vehicle deliveries, beating Wall Street expectations – The company produced and delivered over 410,000 vehicles in Q2, including the popular…
Summary – Tesla’s global car deliveries dropped for the second quarter in a row by 5% compared to last year – The main reason for the drop in sales is due to competition and having an aging product lineup -…
Summary – Evoy and Platypus Craft have partnered to redefine marine exploration with zero-emission, semi-submersible boats – Platypus Craft will deploy twin Evoy Outboard Breeze 120+ hp electric motor systems in their Yacht Edition craft to be on water early…
Summary – Tesla extends deadline for transfer of Full Self-Driving (FSD) software by one month – Buyers can transfer FSD software to newly purchased car for free until end of September – FSD can be purchased as a monthly subscription…
Summary – Snazzy Labs loves the Cybertruck’s steer-by-wire, but dislikes its appearance and “sloppy” interior design – The Cybertruck has received mixed reviews from the public, with some criticizing its quality and price – YouTube channel owner Quinn Nelson bought…
Summary – Tesla Model 3 called best EV after new model launch in Europe – Review of 2024 Model 3 Long Range by One Tire Fire on YouTube – Detailed look at exterior and interior elements of the upgraded Model…
Summary – Tesla’s stock price is rising despite declining sales, thanks to second quarter deliveries exceeding expectations – CEO Elon Musk believes that solving autonomy and deploying robotaxis would greatly increase Tesla’s market valuation – Tesla is focusing on artificial…
Summary – Argonne National Laboratory estimated fuel cost savings potential for replacing gasoline vehicles with electric vehicles on a ZIP code level – The states in the Northwest region, such as Idaho and Washington State, showed the highest potential for…
Summary – Tesla reported 443,956 vehicle deliveries for Q2, beating Wall Street estimates – Vehicle deliveries decreased from Q2 2023 when Tesla delivered over 466,000 vehicles – Tesla also reported producing 410,831 vehicles during the quarter – The company deployed…
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Summary – Kia America had highest first-half EV sales, marking the second-best first-half total sales. – The brand’s best-selling models were the Sportage SUV and Forte sedan. – Kia sold…
Summary – Tester had the 2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter with a 113-kwh battery and 201-hp motor – Range was estimated around 200 miles and it performed well on a trip covering…
Summary – Wedbush Securities raised Tesla’s price target from $275 to $300 after positive Q2 2024 delivery report – New bull case scenario predicts a price target of $400 by…
Summary – Tesla has delivered over 6 million vehicles globally since 2012 – Model 3 and Model Y make up a majority of Tesla’s deliveries – Tesla’s vehicles are equipped…
Summary – Tesla Cybertruck flipped over in Vicksburg, MS with occupants safe – Vehicle failed to make a turn and hit a steep embankment – Three occupants walked away unharmed,…
Summary – CleanTechnica offers daily news updates via email or Google News – 226,000 plug-in vehicles were registered in Europe in May, down 10% YoY – BEVs were down by 11% and PHEVs by 10% – Volvo EX30 and Tesla Model 3 were top…
