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The Kia EV4 Ran For 6,200 Miles At The Nurburgring. Its Battery Wouldn't Die

06 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

Kia subjected the EV4 to a grueling 6,200‑mile battery stress test at Nurburgring - flooring it repeatedly and using fast charging - and found its battery retained 95% health, equivalent to over 160,000 miles of "real‑world" driving. Overall testing exceeded 74,000 miles, demonstrating exceptional battery resilience. Kia also backs the EV4 with a warranty guaranteeing at least 70% capacity after 100,000 miles or eight years.

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The First Fully Electric Venetian Water Taxi Can Cruise the Canals All Day

06 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

Venice's first fully electric water taxi, Lucietta, was unveiled by Swiss energy firm Repower. Designed by Nauta Design and built in Murano, Lucietta combines traditional Venetian styling with electric propulsion—powered by a 200 kW motor and 180 kWh battery system. It can cruise a full working day (7–20 km/h) on a single charge, emits no direct pollutants, and cuts energy use by around 60% compared to diesel boats.

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ICCT Study Ends Debate: EVs Drastically Cleaner Than Gasoline Cars

04 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

A definitive life-cycle study by the ICCT confirms EVs in Europe are drastically cleaner than gas cars. Even including battery manufacturing, an EV's lifetime emissions are 66-69% lower. The initial "carbon debt" from production is repaid within just 1-2 years of driving. This environmental advantage is set to grow significantly as electricity grids become cleaner, validating pro-EV policies.

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Your EV's Battery May Be Spying On You, New Study Reveals

04 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

A new study from Chinese universities reveals hackers can track your EV. By analyzing your battery's unique "power fingerprint" at a public charger, they can reconstruct your exact driving routes, including home and work. This low-cost side-channel attack exposes a major privacy risk in the vehicle's battery management system, revealing a new frontier for automotive cybersecurity that goes beyond just software.

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EV Batteries Are Fit To Run A Home Or Even Power The Grid – But Some Car Brands Say "No"

04 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology, which allows EVs to power the grid, faces significant roadblocks in Australia. The high cost and lack of compatible cars and chargers are key barriers. Unclear regulations, complex payment systems for EV owners, and consumer concerns about potential battery degradation are also hindering its widespread adoption. Overcoming these hurdles is crucial to unlocking V2G's potential to help stabilize the electricity grid.

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5000 Years of Cautionary Tales: When Golliaths Fall It's Not An Accident

04 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

"Luke Kemp's essay argues societal collapses are rarely accidents but acts of "self-termination." Throughout history, civilizations have failed by clinging to unsustainable practices for short-term gain, even when facing clear environmental threats. He posits our modern world is repeating this pattern with the climate crisis, suggesting our inability to change course is a form of collective, self-inflicted demise, not an unavoidable fate..and global collapse is coming unless inequality is vanquished."

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The Beachman '64: Retro Electric Café Racer Under $5K

02 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

Canadian startup Beachman's '64 is a $4,800 retro electric café racer for city riders. Offering up to 70 miles range, three ride modes (20-45 mph), and removable batteries, it blends 1960s styling with modern EV practicality. Heavy for bike lanes and limited for highways, it skips high-tech frills for simplicity, quick charging, and vintage charm - making it a standout in the affordable electric two-wheeler market.

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BMW's Neue Klasse Revolution Just Took A Big Step Towards Production

02 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

BMW's upcoming Neue Klasse EVs will be powered by the new Gen6 electric drive unit, which is up to 40% more efficient than current technology. This significant leap in efficiency is projected to increase vehicle range by 30%. The compact, integrated design also reduces production costs. Production of the core housing for these advanced e-drives has now begun at BMW's Steyr plant, marking a key milestone towards the 2025 launch of the first Neue Klasse models.

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Owner Satisfaction With New Vehicles Is Up, But Not With Most EVs

02 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

In J.D. Power's 2025 APEAL study, Rivian achieved the highest owner satisfaction score with 896 points, though it was ineligible for an official award. Tesla followed closely with a score of 892. Officially, Porsche ranked highest among premium brands for the second consecutive year with a score of 890, followed by Land Rover and BMW. This highlights strong satisfaction with new EV brands, even as overall satisfaction with non-Tesla EVs declined.

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Honda Prologue Review: Best-Selling EV Crossover Rising Fast

02 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

Honda's Prologue, a mid-size electric SUV built on GM's Ultium platform, saw July 2025 sales jump 83% to 6,318 units. Drivers praise its roomy, quiet cabin, smooth ride, and full $7,500 tax credit, while critics cite bland handling, modest cargo space, and 150 kW charging speed. Its comfort, range up to 308 miles, and Honda brand trust are fueling strong demand in the growing EV crossover market.

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Honda's Smallest Electric Car Can Power Your Home And More

01 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

Honda's N-One e is a compact, retro-styled electric city car with a range of over 245 km (150+ mi). Its standout feature is the advanced Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) system, which can power not only small appliances and devices but even a home during a power outage. This functionality requires an optional adapter from Honda. The car supports 50kW DC fast charging, allowing for a quick 30-minute charge.

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Elon Musk Is Turning US Liberals Off Not Just Tesla But Electric Vehicles In General

01 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

Recent study published in Humanities and Social Sciences Communications journal found Conservatives consistently disfavored purchasing both Teslas and EVs, irrespective of their perceptions of Musk. Liberals showed declining intentions to purchase Teslas compared with other EVs, and, to a lesser extent, declining intentions to purchase EVs in general. We found both effects to be associated with negative perceptions of Musk."

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