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  • July 24, 2025
  • 4 minutes Read
Filling up in a net-zero world: The fossil fuel paradox that won’t go away – Businessday NG

As nations race toward net-zero carbon targets by 2050, the world finds itself in a curious paradox: while climate rhetoric has gone electric, the roads and the retail fuel infrastructure alongside them remain stubbornly hydrocarbon-powered. So also are the aircraft being flown by the large entourage of delegates who attend various summits on energy…

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  • July 24, 2025
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What Size Armoured Cable for an EV Charger?

Let’s not underestimate the humble EV charging cable – this piece of kit is the vital link connecting your pristine electric vehicle to the power it needs to function. An electric vehicle charging cable needs to be armoured so that it can withstand the harsh outdoor elements and the pressure of cars and buildings….

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  • July 24, 2025
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ChargeScape and PSEG Long Island Partner to Enroll BMW and Ford EVs in First-Ever Grid Reliability Program Participation

ChargeScape, a joint venture between BMW, Honda, Ford, and Nissan, has partnered with PSEG Long Island to enroll electric vehicles in the utility’s Peak Load Reduction program, a first in the nine-year history of the utility’s peak load reduction programs. Designed to alleviate strain on the power grid during summer months, the initiative will…

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  • July 23, 2025
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China NEV retail at 537,000 in Jul 1-20, up 23% year-on-year

The penetration rate of NEVs in retail sales was 54.9 percent in July 1-20, and 50.56 percent year-to-date. So far this year, China’s passenger NEV cumulative retail sales totaled 6.006 million units, up 32 percent year-on-year. (A Geely Xingyuan EV displayed at the Shanghai auto show in April 2025. Image credit: CnEVPost) China’s new…

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  • July 22, 2025
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NOGASA raises concerns over Dangote’s petrol supply plan

The Natural Oil and Gas Suppliers Association of Nigeria (NOGASA), yesterday, in Abuja, expressed concerns over Dangote Refinery’s recent decision to supply petroleum products directly to end users, bypassing the traditional supply and distribution network. NOGASA President, Benneth Korie, stated that the move could have far-reaching implications for the downstream sector, warning that thousands of…

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  • July 21, 2025
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FEATURE: Omoda&Jaecoo – better than both worlds – Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology International

Omoda&Jaecoo’s hope their innovations in hybrid technology will redefines efficiency standards and consolidate its position as the world’s fastest growing automotive brand. It may only be March, but the year is already shaping up to be a good one for Omoda&Jaecoo. The Chinese companies – both sub-divisions of Chery Group – ended 2024 strong:…

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  • July 21, 2025
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Download the guide to succeeding with connector miniaturization in automotive systems – Charged EVs

Sponsored by Heilind. As automotive technology advances toward fully autonomous driving, the limitations of traditional flat and domain-based electronic architectures are becoming increasingly apparent. This whitepaper, crafted by Molex subject matter experts, explores how connector miniaturization plays a pivotal role in enabling next-generation automotive system designs, specifically within zonal architecture frameworks that promise improved…

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  • July 20, 2025
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With SAGLEV’s Launch of MHERO 917 EV SUV, Africa’s Electric Revolution Takes Root in Nigeria  – THISDAYLIVE

Bennett  Oghifo SAGLEV Electromobility Company Limited has officially launched its flagship full-size luxury EV, the MHERO 917. The MHero 917, manufactured by the Dongfeng Motor Corporation, is one of the electric vehicles assembled by SAGLEV at its plant in Ikorodu, Lagos.  The M-Hero 917 is a full-size off-road luxury SUV built for extreme performance and control. It…

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  • July 18, 2025
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2026 Kia EV4 debuts at the New York International Auto Show

Kia unveiled the all-new 2026 EV4 sedan at the New York International Auto Show last week. It is expected to arrive in Canada in early 2026. It is based on a 400V Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), which underpins multiple Kia BEVs. The sedan is produced at Kia’s Autoland Gwangmyeong EVO Plant in South…

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