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Why your EV battery still loses charge while it's parked
Electric vehicles experience battery discharge during periods of inactivity due to multiple factors, some beyond owner control.
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EVs & Mobility
EVs, renewables and climate tech.
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What kind of cooling system do EV batteries use and how does it work?
Electric vehicles use sophisticated cooling systems to maintain battery temperature under load, enabling large-capacity batteries with fast charging and long range.
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Volkswagen’s new electric Jetta offers 285 miles of range for under $12K
Volkswagen launches an affordable electric Jetta sedan in China with nearly 290 miles of CLTC-rated range for under $12,000, positioning the vehicle as a mass-market EV.
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Canada And EU Are Slip Sliding Away On Vehicle Emissions
Canada and the EU are falling short on commitments to reduce vehicle emissions by their stated climate targets.
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Volkswagen Unleashes Wicked ID. Unyx 09 in China for $27,000
Volkswagen launches the ID. Unyx 09 EV in China at $27,000 as it competes against domestic Chinese EV makers.
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Chinese EVs found back door into Western car markets – at 40% off MSRP
Chinese EVs are gaining market share in Western markets at significantly discounted prices, posing a challenge to legacy automakers already struggling with technology and affordability.
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NHTSA proposes cyan lights for robotaxis, following Mercedes/China
NHTSA proposes cyan lights to identify autonomous vehicles in operation, following similar initiatives by Mercedes and China.
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EGO Commercial expands ZTR line with mowers, blowers, and trimmers
EGO Power's commercial division announced new zero-turn riding mowers, leaf blowers, and trimmers powered by its 56V battery system.
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Waymo — Now Arriving At Harry Reid International Airport
Waymo autonomous vehicle service is now available at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, expanding airport transportation options.
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Why India’s flying taxi revolution begins with electric air ambulances
The ePlane Company, co-founded by an IIT Madras professor, is developing electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for India, focusing on air ambulance applications as an entry market.
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Is A PHEV Diesel Hybrid A Viable Option? Introducing the Chery Stockman
Chery plans to import a diesel plug-in hybrid ute to Australia, a configuration rare in the market dominated by petrol PHEVs and diesel vehicles.
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Hyundai’s $359 IONIQ 5 lease looks good, but its bigger sibling may be a better buy
Hyundai's IONIQ 5 lease pricing appears competitive, though the larger three-row IONIQ sibling may offer better value as an alternative.
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Podcast: Tesla earnings discussion, new BYD Seagull, Mustang Mach-E update, and more
Podcast episode covering Tesla earnings, BYD Seagull launch, Mustang Mach-E updates, and other sustainable transport and energy news.
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New EV Battery Gives Gasmobiles The Deep Freeze
Finnish EV startup Donut Lab has developed a new battery that passes extreme cold-weather tests, potentially improving electric vehicle performance in harsh conditions.
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BYD’s Rolls-Royce-like flagship EV is heading overseas
BYD is expanding its electric vehicle lineup internationally with a new flagship luxury sedan featuring coach doors and Rolls-Royce Phantom-inspired design.
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XPENG L03 With VLA 2.0 Smoothly Takes On Paris Roads
A hands-on experience report of XPeng L03's autonomous driving system with VLA 2.0 navigating Paris roads, demonstrating the technology's adaptability to complex European traffic patterns.
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Volvo is launching a ‘lower-priced’ EV in 2027 based on its SPA3 platform
Volvo plans to launch an affordable electric vehicle in 2027 built on its SPA3 platform, following the EX60.
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Volvo says the EX60 will be a best-seller with over 50,000 orders in Europe already
Volvo anticipates the EX60 electric vehicle will become one of its best sellers, with over 50,000 orders already received in Europe, though production ramp-up is facing challenges.