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    XPeng shops its self-driving tech to automakers — Tesla found no takers

    XPeng is trying to turn its self-driving and smart-cockpit systems into a licensing business, courting automakers, suppliers, and software firms well beyond its existing Volkswagen deal, according to a Reuters report. It’s the exact playbook Tesla has been…

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    Volkswagen’s EV van drove through 92 countries to set a new Guinness World Record

    The Volkswagen ID. Buzz set a new Guinness World Record for “the most countries visited in a continuous journey” by an EV, covering nearly 100,000 km across 92 countries.…

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    144 Tesla Megapacks power Australia’s first 8-hour grid battery

    Australia just switched on its longest-duration grid battery, and it runs on 144 Tesla Megapacks. RWE’s Limondale battery in New South Wales can discharge for a full eight hours — four times longer than the two-hour batteries that dominate the Australian…

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    DERA LIVES! House votes to fund Diesel Emissions Reduction Act through 2029

    This week, the US House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly in a bipartisan vote to renew funding for the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA), passing the measure 343-79 and extending federal funding for cleaner medium- and heavy-duty vehicles through…

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    The Bronx will be breathing a little easier with new Volvo VNR Electric [update]

    New York City’s largest food rescue organization is helping Bronx residents breathe a little bit easier with the recent acquisition and upcoming deployment of three brand-new, zero emission Volvo VNR Electric semi trucks. UPDATE 17SEP2026 : Now, you can ride…

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    Hyundai opens orders for its new electric van, starting at about $66,500

    Hyundai’s electric van is bigger than the Kia PV5 and Volkswagen ID. Buzz, with enough room for nine passengers.…

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    BYD upgrades top-selling small electric SUV with more range, now starting at about $11,000

    BYD introduced the upgraded Yuan Up, sold overseas as the Atto 2, with more range and a lower starting price.…

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    Tenways e-bikes up to $807 off from $1,599, Mammotion LUBA Mini 2 AWD robot mower bundle $379 off, EGO trimmer, Jetson, more

    Our Thursday Green Deals this week are primarily focused on e-bikes and tools, starting with Tenways’ closeout End of Season Sale , with offers like the CGO600 Pro Lightweight Chain-Drive Commuter e-bike with the usual $118 FREE bundle alongside a FREE…

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    Volvo teases its new vehicle design, including a surprise inside

    Volvo is going on the offensive with 13 new electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles coming by 2030. The upcoming models will feature a new design and revamped interior.…

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    Tesla to run public Megachargers at 3 Forum Mobility Semi depots

    Tesla is going to operate public Megacharger sites at three electric truck depots it doesn’t own. Forum Mobility, one of the largest heavy-duty charging operators in the US, says Tesla will run public Megacharging at three of four new California depots it’s…

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