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Kia’s PV5 electric campervan has two beds and a fully equipped kitchen [Images]
Kia's PV5 electric campervan features two double beds, a 200W solar panel, and a fully equipped kitchen.
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EVs & Mobility
EVs, renewables and climate tech.
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China Steps Back From Promoting Second-Life EV Batteries
China is stepping back from its promotion of second-life EV batteries despite having electrified 87.5% of urban bus fleets with 551,400 new-energy buses by end of 2025.
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CATL pushes ahead with 20 Ah solid-state EV batteries, with 500 Wh/kg in sight
CATL advances solid-state battery development to 20 Ah cells and targets 500 Wh/kg energy density, with small-scale production planned for 2027.
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UK government is considering using EVs to help balance the grid
The UK government is exploring using electric vehicles to help balance the electrical grid.
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Tesla confirms Vietnam entry to take on VinFast and its 36% market share
Tesla confirms entry into Vietnam with hiring for sales, service, and charging roles, challenging VinFast's dominant 36% EV market share.
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Ford casts 5,000 ‘unicastings’ for Fathom EV truck in Tesla-style shift
Ford has produced over 5,000 aluminum unicastings for its Fathom electric truck, adopting Tesla's Giga Press manufacturing method ahead of the vehicle's 2027 launch.
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New retro electric motorcycle to debut at EICMA with a novel feature: a second gear
British company unveils novel two-speed electric motorcycle with power-delivery-preserving transmission at EICMA show.
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How Beta Technologies Is Clearing the Runway for Electric Flight
Beta Technologies' Alia CX300 electric aircraft demonstrates practical viability of electric flight, offering dramatically lower operating costs and simpler handling than conventional aviation.
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Tesla Semi catches fire on I-880 with no crash, closes freeway for 10 hours
A Tesla Semi caught fire on a California freeway without any crash, causing a 10-hour closure. The incident highlights potential safety concerns for electric truck batteries in real-world conditions.
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Volkswagen to take China-developed car technology to global markets
Volkswagen plans to export vehicle technology developed in China, including its Compact Main Platform and China Electronic Architecture, to other markets beginning with South America.
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The Men Spending $50,000 Just to Reserve a Tesla Roadster
Early Tesla Roadster reservations require $50,000 deposits, with customers hoping to access optional flying/thruster variants at significantly higher final prices.
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Bosch’s popular e-bike motor just got upgraded with more power and less weight
Bosch has released an upgraded generation of its Active Line Plus e-bike motor with increased power, reduced weight, and a smaller physical design.
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The Pedego Element 2 eBike — CleanTechnica Tested
CleanTechnica reviews the Pedego Element 2 eBike, examining an early-market entrant in electric bikes that combines retail sales with rental options.
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Waymo Growing Further
Waymo is expanding its robotaxi service to additional markets as competition with Tesla intensifies in the autonomous vehicle sector.
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GM is embracing hybrids now
General Motors is reversing its previous strategy and now planning to offer hybrid versions of its SUVs alongside battery-electric vehicles.
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BYD’s $10,000 EV blows a tire at nearly 90 mph — Watch what happens
BYD's low-cost Seagull EV includes a high-speed tire blowout stabilization system that maintains vehicle control at nearly 90 mph.
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Rivian electric van spotted in Walmart+ livery, hinting at a fleet deal
Rivian electric delivery van spotted wearing Walmart+ livery, suggesting potential fleet partnership as Walmart seeks new EV van suppliers.
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Volkswagen’s EV recall spreads to Audi, and owners are told to stop at 80% charge
Volkswagen's EV battery recall extends to over 9,000 Audi Q4 E-Tron vehicles, with owners advised to limit charging to 80% capacity.