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  John Deere, Kreisel to manufacture batteries and chargers in USA

  Deere & Company, best known for its agricultural equipment, has selected a site in Kernersville, North Carolina, to build a 115,000-square-foot (10,700-square-meter) electric vehicle battery and charging station manufacturing facility. The factory will expand the production capacity of the company's Kreisel Electric subsidiary.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 23, 2023, 6:46 p.m.
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  German government cuts funding for electric vehicle purchases by 600 million euros in 2024

  The Federal Government has earmarked a total of 4.7 billion euros for electromobility in the Climate and Transformation Fund (KTF) for 2024. However, according to current information from the German Association of the Automotive Industry (ZDK), only just under ?810 million of this amount is earmarked for the purchase of electric cars.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 23, 2023, 10:28 a.m.
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  Stellantis to invest $100 million in lithium mining project in California

  Automotive manufacturer Stellantis invests $100M+ to develop one of the world’s largest geothermal lithium projects, producing up to 300,000 tons of lithium carbonate equivalent annually. Lithium from Hell's Kitchen will help Stellantis EVs qualify for U.S. consumer incentives under the Inflation Reduction Act.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 22, 2023, 6:53 p.m.
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  Honda and Acura to Embrace Tesla's NACS, Following GM's Lead

  During a roundtable interview with Motor1.com, Noriya Kaihara, the President and CEO of American Honda Motor Co., confirmed that the company will be joining the NACS coalition. However, the exact timing for when the first Honda and Acura all-electric models will receive NACS charging inlets remains unclear.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 21, 2023, 2:11 p.m.
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  Chevrolet Bolt EV and other non-Tesla EVs can now be charged using the Tesla Universal Wall Connector.

  The Tesla Universal Wall Connector, which was recently introduced, is designed to charge all electric vehicles in North America regardless of their AC charging inlet, i.e., NACS or J1772.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 21, 2023, 11:20 a.m.
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  Mahindra Vision Thar.e 4x4 EV concept breaks the cover, European launch is possible

  Mahindra, an Indian automotive manufacturer, has introduced its futuristic electric off-road concept vehicle, the Vision Thar.e. This prototype reflects Mahindra's drive to shift towards electric-powered automobiles and expand into world markets such as mainland Europe and the United Kingdom.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 17, 2023, 12:17 p.m.
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  CATL, China's battery giant, unveils ultra-fast charging LFP battery that adds 400 km in 10 minutes

  CATL introduced the lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery called Shenxing. It will be in mass production by the end of 2023 and commercially available in the first quarter of 2024.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 16, 2023, 2:07 p.m.
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  Electric vehicle manufacturer Taiga Motors introduces its second electric jet ski model, the Orca Performance

  Taiga Motors, a Canadian manufacturer known for producing electric snowmobiles and personal watercraft, has introduced its second electric jet ski model called the Orca Performance. This new model offers a top speed of up to 100 km/h, has an output of up to 120 kW, and provides up to two hours of electric driving time on a single battery charge.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 15, 2023, 6:36 p.m.
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  MAHLE develops EV battery cooling plate inspired by corals

  German automotive supplier MAHLE has developed a new battery cooling plate inspired by natural bionic structures, particularly corals. This innovative design enhances the thermodynamic performance and structural-mechanical properties of the cooling plate.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 11, 2023, 10:47 a.m.
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  Sacrilege Motors Unveils Stunning Porsche 911 EV Conversion: 'Blackbird' Packs Tesla Power

  Sacrilege Motors, a company based in Connecticut, recently converted a 1992 Porsche 911 convertible into an electric vehicle (EV) called the Blackbird.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 10, 2023, 11:38 a.m.
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  Japan to Introduce Stricter Standards for Fast-Charging Stations on Highways

  The Japanese government is set to implement new regulations aimed at significantly improving the capacity of fast-charging stations along highways by the end of the decade. As part of this plan, the current average charging power of 40 kW will more than double to 90 kW.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 7, 2023, 4:45 p.m.
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  Eight diesel and hybrid double-decker buses to be converted to all-electric in South Wales

  In the UK, electric drive specialist Equipmake is working with bus operator Newport Transport to repower eight of the operator's diesel and hybrid double-decker buses with Equipmake's electric drive technology.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 7, 2023, 9:55 a.m.
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  QuantumScape Prepares for Rapid Adoption of Solid-State Batteries for Electric Vehicles

  QuantumScape, a US American solid-state battery specialist, is planning to bring its first commercial product to the market as quickly as possible. The company is working closely with a potential launch customer from the automotive industry for this purpose.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 3, 2023, 12:05 p.m.
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  Green Milestones: Austrian Post to Achieve All-Electric Deliveries in Salzburg by 2024

  Austrian Post is planning to deliver all letters, parcels, and postal items in Salzburg, Austria, using electric vehicles, making the deliveries CO2-free.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 1, 2023, 1:59 p.m.
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  Class Action Lawsuit Targets Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis Over Allegedly Overheating EV Charging Ports

  Law firm Hagens Berman (HB) has filed a class action lawsuit against Hyundai, Kia and Genesis, alleging that their vehicles have seriously defective charging ports. The lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 28, 2023, 2:15 p.m.
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  Recurrent Data Reveals Tesla's Real-World Range Can Differ Significantly from EPA Estimates

  There can be significant differences between the manufacturer-estimated range, EPA range (Environmental Protection Agency), and real-world range of electric vehicles, particularly Tesla models.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 28, 2023, 11:05 a.m.
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  The world's first Porsche Charging Lounge has been opened

  Porsche is planning to set up its own fast-charging stations along Europe’s most important routes, with a "premium charging experience". As a pilot site, the first Porsche Charging Lounge has been opened outside Bingen am Rhein in Germany.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 27, 2023, 7:48 p.m.
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  Mitsubishi Fuso & Ample to test quick truck battery swap technology

  Mitsubishi Fuso (MFTBS) and Ample are partnering to test battery swap technology for electric trucks in Japan. The pilot project involves equipping a Fuso eCanter with modular batteries that can be automatically replaced at Ample stations within five minutes.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 27, 2023, 12:35 p.m.
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  Seven Major Automakers Unite to Create New EV Charging Network in North America

  BMW Group, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz and Stellantis are forming a joint venture to create a new public EV charging network in North America.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 26, 2023, 8:09 p.m.
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  The world's first flying electric car heads to U.S. dealerships as it racks up $750 million in pre-orders

  Alef Aeronautics has developed the world's first flying electric car, called "Model A," with vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) capabilities. "Model A" received legal approval and a Special Airworthiness Certification from the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to take flight in the US.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 26, 2023, 1:10 p.m.