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Rivian and the Volkswagen Group have formally announced their new $5.8 billion (£4.5 billion / €5.4 billion) joint venture, known as Rivian and VW Group Technologies. While using both of their names, the automakers confirmed that their JV will operate as an independent company. Through it, the OEMs are aiming to develop next-generation electrical…
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Lucid Group announced customer orders for the Lucid Gravity will open on November 7, 2024, at 9:00 am Pacific Time. Orders will initially be taken for the Grand Touring trim, priced from $94,900 and offering more than 800 horsepower and a projected range surpassing 440 miles. The Lucid Gravity Grand Touring is scheduled to…
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From Adanna Nnamani and Sola Ojo, Abuja Despite the soaring cost of premium motor spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, not many drivers seem to be embracing compressed natural gas (CNG), which is 70 percent cheaper, as an alternative fuel for their vehicles in Nigeria. The Federal Government introduced CNG as a cheaper and…
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Standards Australia has instituted a new standard that will allow EV owners to begin using vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology, The Driven reports. “If you’ve got a car with V2G capability and a bidirectional device, you could be using that car to power your house before the end of this year,” Federal Energy and Climate Minister…
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Suzuki Motor Corporation and Toyota Motor Corporation have decided to further strengthen collaboration in the supply of a battery EV (BEV) SUV model developed by Suzuki to Toyota. This new model is scheduled to be manufactured at Suzuki Motor Gujarat in India from the spring of 2025. This new development marks the first BEV…
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The people of Prince George’s County, Maryland may benefit from more electric vehicle charging infrastructure being installed in new residential and commercial construction, thanks to the Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure in Multifamily and Commercial Developments Act (CB-105-2024). The bill, which recently passed its first phase through the County Council, would require new and significantly…
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The Porsche Macan Turbo Electric combines high performance with luxury. It offers an exhilarating driving experience with cutting-edge technology. The Porsche Macan Turbo Electric stands out in the luxury SUV market. This vehicle blends performance, technology, and style effortlessly. Its electric powertrain delivers instant torque, ensuring rapid acceleration. The sleek design and premium interior…
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To sustain eco-friendly and affordable transportation, the Rivers State Government, led by the Governor Siminalayi Fubara, has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with SIX-EV Ltd. to introduce electric three-wheelers and electric buses. This people-centered project aims to address the transportation needs of Rivers State residents, particularly in light of rising fuel costs, by…
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Is it possible that our world can only have one Steve Jobs, Grace Hooper or George Washington Carver? What would happen if our historical pioneers never had the chance to be creative and share their gifts? Do you think there are others out there today who can change the world through Science, Technology, Engineering…
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Volkswagen Anhui will use the CEA architecture, a collaboration with Xpeng, for future models due to poor sales of the ID.UNYX, which went on sale in July, according to local media. (ID.UNYX. Image credit: Volkswagen Anhui) Volkswagen Anhui, the Chinese joint venture majority-owned by German carmaker Volkswagen, will drop its use of the MEB…
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Recently I attended the All Energy Australia conference and exhibition in Melbourne, a fantastic event covering all aspects of the energy industry with a focus on solar, batteries, inverters and EV charging. It was also a chance to spend time with several of The Driven and Renew Economy team members in person. Rather than…
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Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email. Or follow us on Google News! We tend to think of wastewater as the disgusting but necessary result of human life and living. Well, it seems as if a bacteria commonly found in wastewater may be able to break down plastic to turn it…
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