GM cut Bolt prices by thousands after a battery recall. It's offering earlier buyers a refund to match, but owners must waive their right to sue over their vehicle, a battery defect, or a battery recall.

This titanium e-bike features fancy proprietary tech, and tips the scales at just 9.9 kilograms.

The source is an alleged leaked document that says demo races with prototype EVs will take place in February 2023.

General Motors has started offering Chevy Bolt EV owners a $6,000 refund as long as they promise not to sue over the battery fire recall fiasco of last year. more… The post GM offers Chevy Bolt EV owners $6,000 if they promise not to sue over battery fire recall fiasco appeared first on Electrek.

The peak output is available only for short periods.

Filed under: Green,Green,Honda,Hyundai,Lexus,Toyota,Best Cars,Hatchback,Economy Cars,Hybrid,Sedan Continue reading 9 best hybrid cars of 2022 and 2023 9 best hybrid cars of 2022 and 2023 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 2 Aug 2022 12:57:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this |  Comments

Plug-in hybrid sales sag in Europe as they keep popping in the U.S. BMW adds a base version of its i4 EV. And there’s no more base $30k electric Mini Cooper—for now. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The Mini Cooper SE has been a rare exception in the electric-vehicle market—in that it’s a nimble, head-turning...

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The acquisition will turn Nikola into a battery maker and give it control of critical battery pack engineering and production process.

It seemed the postal service was going to focus mostly on gas delivery vans, but it has changed its tune.

This is the first time we’ve seen the electric Chevy Silverado move under its own power in the wild.

Rivian (RIVN) commented on the new EV federal tax that is expected to be adopted, and the American automaker said that it is not happy to be left out of the new incentive. more… The post Rivian (RIVN) is not happy to be left out of new EV tax credit appeared first on Electrek.

Most of the new electric vehicles arriving on the market aren’t cheap. But the two-door Mini Cooper SE is a rare exception, and one of the three cheapest electric vehicles. It's arguably way more exciting and image-boosting than the Chevy Bolt EV or Nissan Leaf, all of which start around $30,000 or less—if you're prepared to work with...

InvestorPlace - Stock Market News, Stock Advice & Trading Tips Similar to the gas-powered boom, the EV boom of the 2020s and ‘30s will comprise a few top players. Avoid those doomed for the EV graveyard. The post Buy Smart to Win Big in “The Great EV Consolidation” appeared first on InvestorPlace.

The smallest Lexus crossover, now offered only as a hybrid, has a new front-wheel-drive base model that starts at $35,850 and is EPA-rated at 42 mpg combined.

Plug-in hybrid sales are stumbling in Europe, once an important market, as demand for all-electric vehicles rises, according to a recent Automotive News Europe report. But plug-in hybrids seem to be faring better in the United States. As European consumers turned away from diesel cars and regulators tightened emissions rules in the wake of the...

Despite a big battery, its range is slightly lower than other all-wheel-drive models.

GM could initiate policies that affect vehicle warranty transfers and dealer vehicle allocations.

BYD is the top OEM of plug-in electric cars, but Tesla maintains its leadership in the BEV category.

Toyota recalled its new bZ4X electric crossover since there's a chance the wheels may fall off.

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Looking to buy an electric vehicle right now? So is everyone else, apparently. In-stock dealer inventories of EVs are sparse at best, if not completely decimated, despite a lofty average transaction price north of $66,000. But don’t lose hope – there are relative bargains that price below $66,000, sell at close to MSRP, and are available for delivery sooner than later. As always, check our Electric Vehicle Best Price Guide and Electric Vehicle Best Lease Guide for the prices and deals on EVs in the US. more… The post Best US EV prices and deals in a high-demand market appeared first on Electrek.

This electric bike is equipped with the bare essentials for off-road riding.

EV startup claims the pending federal legislation's $80,000 price cap would leave nearly all of its vehicles ineligible for incentives.

A new base model for the BMW i4 range is coming to the United States in the first quarter of 2023. When it does reach showrooms, the 2023 BMW i4 eDrive35 will start at $52,395 with destination, BMW confirmed Monday in a press release. The single-motor rear-wheel drive eDrive35 will be positioned below the existing eDrive40 (also with a single...

For Xpeng, the move marks its ambitions to pull ahead in China's fiercely competitive electric vehicle market and attempt to challenge giants Tesla and BYD.

This reportedly is the fourth such fire and the cause has yet to be pinpointed.

BYD has appointed Hedin Mobility Group to distribute and sell its plug-in passenger cars in Sweden and Germany from October.

devz123@gmail.com(Dev Kundaliya) / Computing.co.uk Latest updatesMicrosoft develops 3MW-capable hydrogen fuel cells - The hydrogen generator is a part of a larger effort to make data centres more sustainable and slash emissions Microsoft claims to have created a 3MW hydrogen fuel cell system that it wants to install at a research data centre, to see whether it is feasible to do away with ...

Hyundai Motor Company has announced the export of its XCIENT Fuel Cell heavy-duty trucks to Germany, the biggest commercial vehicle market in Europe. Seven German companies in logistics,..

The real test of a sporty sedan is a twisty mountain road drive to gauge its cornering prowess.

Hyundai Motor said Tuesday that its Xcient Fuel Cell, the world’s first mass-produced, heavy-duty truck powered by hydrogen, will make its debut in Germany as part of the carmaker’s efforts to expand its presence in the largest commercial

Hyundai Motor said Tuesday it will ship 27 hydrogen-powered trucks to Germany in its second European export deal for the zero-emission commercial car.

Market research firm SNE Research announced on Aug. 1 that CATL’s share in the global EV battery market rose from 28 percent to 34 percent in the first half of this year.“In that period, BYD, the third-largest company in the market, raised its share from 7 percent to 12 percent,” it said, adding, “T

The Northern Territory is rolling out its first hydrogen energy storage system, with 8kWh of storage, in partnership with the Charles Darwin University. The post NT trials territory’s first hydrogen energy storage system appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Honda Prologue is believed to share its underpinnings with the new Chevrolet Blazer EV US-market electric SUV uses General Motors platform for competitive range and rapid charging The first electric Honda to come from the brand’s landmark tie-up with General Motors, dubbed the Prologue, has been pictured testing ahead of its 2024 launch. Essentially an electric alternative to the mid-sized Honda CR-V, the Prologue is expected to share GM’s Ultium underpinnings with the recently announced Chevrolet Blazer EV, plus the much larger Cadillac Lyriq and GMC Hummer.  The Prologue’s specifications are likely to mirror those of the Blazer, meaning a range of between 247 and 320 miles and a maximum charging rate of 190kW, giving it a top-up

We discuss a wide range of topics from charging to towing and even get a hint of things to come from Ford.

The automaker is said to be in talks with Switzerland’s Bühler, according to industry watcher.

Tesla vehicles are increasing Hertz’s customer satisfaction as the company gets better use of electric vehicles. The rental car company is also adding more EVs to its fleet. more… The post Tesla vehicles are increasing Hertz’s customer satisfaction, still adding more EVs to the fleet appeared first on Electrek.

In addition to its growing Tesla fleet, Autonomy plans to order 23,000 electric vehicles from other startups and legacy automakers.

Two Tesla models are at the top for the month and year-to-date.

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Each of the three wheels will get an electric motor and torque vectoring technology.

Even though it is less powerful than the i4 eDrive40, it’s almost exactly as quick.

Rumors have recently emerged from China suggesting that Tesla is looking to tap Switzerland’s Bühler as another Giga Press supplier. Similar to IDRA, Bühler is also a manufacturer of large-scale die-casting machines.  The rumor was initially shared by Tesla and EV industry watcher Chris Zheng on Twitter. Citing information from employees of a Chinese car […] The post Tesla rumored to be in talks with another Giga Press supplier appeared first on TESLARATI.

Recent reports have emerged suggesting that Tesla has signed long-term battery materials supply deals with Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt Co. and CNGR Advanced Material Co. The companies will reportedly provide Tesla with ternary precursor products until the middle of the decade.  The reports come amidst the efforts of veteran automakers like Ford and General Motors to […] The post Tesla secures long-term battery materials deal with China’s Huayou, CNGR: report appeared first on TESLARATI.

The Chevrolet Silverado EV was spotted by a Drive reader as the vehicle was being filmed, likely for upcoming commercials. Earlier this week, The Drive posted a video on Instagram of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV being filmed in downtown Helena, Montana. The Blue truck was seen going up and down the street, followed by […] The post Chevrolet’s Silverado EV appears in public on Montana roads appeared first on TESLARATI.

Another Jaguar I-Pace battery caught on fire without any crash after simply sitting charging in a garage. This is the fourth known I-Pace battery fire that seemingly started on its own, which is starting to be significant considering the relatively small number of units on the roads. Jaguar also uses LG battery cells like the Bolt EV and Kona EV, which were both recalled for battery fire risks. Is this another Bolt EV battery fire situation? more… The post Jaguar I-Pace catches on fire again – is this another Bolt EV battery fire situation? appeared first on Electrek.

The V.MO validation prototype is an all-electric drone with eight rotors for vertical lift and two propellers for horizontal flight.

Tesla could potentially bring it to market quickly while people wait for the much larger Cybertruck to go into production.

Tesla continues to expand the network quickly across the globe, with 34% growth year-over-year.

The volume more than doubled year-over-year, exceeding 565,000.

The new addition to the i4 range retails for about $4000 cheaper than the eDrive40 at the cost of less horsepower and a shorter range.

Lightyear teams up with Sweden’s Koenigsegg. Tesla and startup EV brands are losing out on the sales, one study suggests. Researchers suggest EV sales targets are an incomplete solution without retiring gas vehicles. And we warm up to the weirdness of the BMW iX. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. In a weeklong drive review of the BMW...

Owners of affected vehicles told not to drive or charge their cars; instructed to park them "away from any buildings."

Musk still believes Twitter is holding out on him and not quickly providing the user data he's been requesting.

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Photo by Roberto Baldwin for The Verge BMW issued a recall notice for a “small number” of 2022 i4 sedans and iX SUVs due to the risk of battery fires. According to the recall, the high voltage battery “may have internal damage,” which can result in an electrical short circuit. The recall only covers 83 vehicles that have been sold in the US, but BMW is advising owners not to drive them, to park them outside or away from other vehicles and structures that could catch on fire, and not to charge them. BMW dealers will replace the battery free of charge. The recall was issued after BMW became aware of “a non-US field incident involving a 2022 BMW i4 eDrive40” last April. An engineering analysis found that debris, specifically pieces of cathode, were seeping into the battery... Continue reading…

webmaster@theregister.co.uk (Dan Robinson) / The RegisterMicrosoft hits milestone to replace datacenter generators with fuel cells - The hope? Killing diesel backup gennies in the name of carbon reduction Microsoft has successfully tested a hydrogen fuel cell system with 3MW capacity, and plans to install a similar system at a research datacenter to test the feasibility of replacing diesel backup generators with an energy source that generates ...

Earlier this year, at a bespoke testing facility in Arjeplog, Sweden – just 55 kilometres from the Arctic Circle – Spectre received the first ‘lessons’ in a finishing school that is custom designed..

Tesla's Giga Shanghai appears to be filling up, and the automaker has overtaken the pier to park thousands of new EVs.

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This rugged city-slicker has a 28-mile-per-hour top speed and a 500W Bafang motor.

It's ready to handle large and long vehicles.

The hope? Killing diesel backup gennies in the name of carbon reduction Microsoft has successfully tested a hydrogen fuel cell system with 3MW capacity, and plans to install a similar system at a research datacenter to test the feasibility of replacing diesel backup generators with an energy source that generates as little carbon dioxide emissions as possible.…

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Tesla has secured battery material supply deals with two large Chinese companies, according to new fillings. The move aims to ensure battery supply to support its electric vehicle production through the mid-decade. more… The post Tesla secures battery material supply deals with two big Chinese companies appeared first on Electrek.

Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) has agreed on separate deals to source battery raw materials from two Chinese companies, Bloomberg reported, citing stock exchange filings by these companies. read more

Relationship with the Qashqai is clear – inside and out Nissan's European range-topper due in dealerships soon with Qashqai's innovative electrified powertrain The next-generation Nissan X-Trail, which has been officially detailed in Japan, will have its UK-market offering officially revealed in September. Expected to launch in mainland Europe and the UK early next year, Nissan will give full pricing and specifications at a digital launch on 6 September - with the car set to go hybrid-only. But buyers have already had a glimpse of what is in store. Last year it was shown in full for the first time at the Shanghai motor show, the brand's largest European-market SUV once again shares the bulk of its exterior and

NSW plans to roll out additional "firming" tenders to cope with increased demand driven by electrification and the switch to electric vehicles. The post NSW plans new “firming” tenders to support renewables, electrification and EV switch appeared first on RenewEconomy.

It integrates various solutions to demonstrate possibilities.