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  • July 24, 2026
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Customs says its boss was misrepresented in waiver report as national PRO offers ‘correct’ meaning – Businessday NG

Abdullahi Wada, national PRO of Customs, speaking in Port Harcourt at a media parley The Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) says its controller-general was misrepresented in the matter of waivers worth about N34trn granted since the year 2000. The report has provoked controversies with the National Assembly asking for names of all beneficiaries and other…

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  • July 24, 2026
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Battery Startup Raises $300 Million Promising 20% More EV Range

Sila says its silicon-carbon anodes could give EVs 20% more range without larger battery packs. The startup raised $300 million to expand U.S. production at its Moses Lake factory. Sila plans to supply Mercedes and Panasonic as it targets an annual output of up to 250 GWh. Electric vehicles could gain 20% more range…

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  • July 22, 2026
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Customs revives Nigeria-Benin export trade, moves N1b non-oil cargo

The Ogun I Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced that export operations have fully resumed at the Nigeria-Benin border following the non-oil export volume of 20,972 metric tonnes valued at over N1 billion in the second quarter of 2026. The Acting Customs Area Controller of the Command, Oladapo Afeni, while…

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  • July 21, 2026
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Is Charging-as-a-Service (CaaS) Right For Your Property? | EV Connect

What is the most cost-effective way to scale commercial EV charging infrastructure? For an increasing number of site hosts, the answer is Charging-as-a-Service (CaaS)—a subscription-based operational model where a third-party provider completely funds, installs, and maintains the physical stations. This definitive guide breaks down how CaaS eliminates upfront risk, how intelligent management software protects…

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  • July 20, 2026
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Tesla Supercharger Price Update in Maryland: April 2026 – Plug-In Sites

The peak price for Tesla owners at the Bel Air, MD – Tobin Crossing Supercharger is $0.41/kWh as of April 9, 2026 Tesla revised its Supercharger prices around April 9, 2026. This price update resulted in mostly increases across the state, with some stations having slight price decreases during off-peak hours. On average, the…

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  • July 20, 2026
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EV Automobiles, ReTrust MFB partner to expand electric vehicle access in Nigeria – Businessday NG

EV Automobiles Ltd has partnered with ReTrust Microfinance Bank to accelerate the adoption of clean energy transportation in Nigeria, by expanding access to electric vehicles (EVs) and promoting sustainable mobility solutions. The partnership aims to tackle some of the major challenges hindering the growth of EV usage in Nigeria, particularly affordability and limited access…

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  • July 20, 2026
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Chip Motors Unveils $15,000 Electric LUV With 100-Mile Range

Miami-based startup Chip Motors has introduced an affordable electric vehicle designed for short daily trips, blending the practicality of a golf cart with the functionality of a neighborhood electric vehicle. Starting at just $15,000, the new Chip promises over 100 miles of range, seating for up to six passengers, and an innovative remote-driving service…

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  • July 18, 2026
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Auto Giants, Regulators Back Nigeria Auto Industry Summit on EV, CNG Transition – THISDAYLIVE

  Bennett Oghifo  Leading automobile manufacturers, transport regulators and key government agencies have confirmed their participation in the 2026 Nigeria Auto Industry Summit (NAISU), signalling growing support for Nigeria’s transition to electric vehicles (EVs) and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered transportation. The summit, organised by the Nigeria Auto Journalists Association (NAJA) in collaboration with the National…

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  • July 18, 2026
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Volkswagen ID.Cross debuts in Europe as a compact electric SUV

Volkswagen has unveiled the all‑new ID. Cross, a compact electric SUV designed to bring premium‑class technology and refined design to one of the most competitive segments in the European market. Revealed during its world premiere in Wolfsburg, the ID. Cross marks a new chapter in Volkswagen’s electric strategy, combining the brand’s latest MEB+ architecture…

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