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Dozens Of New Electric Bus Routes For Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City

08 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

Ho Chi Minh City introduced 27 new electric bus routes on August 1, adding 443 electric buses and boosting its total EV fleet to 613—now over 26% of its public bus system. Combined with around 500 CNG buses, almost half the fleet runs on clean energy. The new vehicles - models B30‑EV and B60‑EV - offer 30–60 seats, GPS, onboard cameras, free Wi‑Fi, automated announcements, and cashless payment. Authorities aim for a fully green bus fleet by 2030.

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Tesla "Activist Shareholders" Sue Company And Elon Musk For Robotaxi Rollout

08 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

Tesla and CEO Elon Musk are being sued by activist shareholders in a proposed class‑action filed in Austin, Texas, accusing the company of securities fraud for concealing "significant risk" in its Robotaxi rollout, launched June 22, 2025. The suit cites videos showing unsafe behavior - speeding, sudden braking, wrong‑lane driving, dropping passengers mid‑road - and alleges these misrepresentations inflated stock value.

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This Insanely Cheap Made-In-India EV Motorcycle Has Pretty Cool Tech

08 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

Oben Electric's new Rorr EZ Sigma e-motorcycle is offered at a competitive price of &rupee;127,000, available exclusively in India. It features a 3.96 kWh battery delivering a range of about 110 km (68 miles), plus a 5-inch color TFT display with navigation, trip data, music, and phone alerts, and a reverse mode for easy parking. The bike sports a more comfortable seat and bold Electric Red graphics, offering modern tech.

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Driver Grateful For Her Tesla Electric Car in Flood Waters, But It's Not a Boat

08 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

While a young Tesla driver in Florida safely navigated floodwaters, praising its sealed battery and electronics, such flooding should be avoided despite added protection. Such designs make EVs more water-resistant than gas cars, lacking air intakes and exhausts, but deep water poses risks - corrosion, mold, or electrical damage if seals fail, creating short-circuits and potential battery fire.

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GM Pushes Chevy Silverado EV To An Astonishing 1,000+ Mile Range on a Single Charge

07 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

The Chevrolet Silverado EV has achieved a record-breaking 1,059 miles on a single charge, more than doubling its EPA rating. GM engineers accomplished this by utilizing efficient driving techniques and minimizing energy consumption, including maintaining 20-25 mph speeds and using a battery-powered fan for cooling. The achievement demonstrates the Silverado EV's potential range in optimal conditions, contributing to advancements in electric vehicle technology."

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Tesla Cybertruck Wanted By U.S. Air Force As Targets In Munitions Training

07 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

The US Air Force seeks to purchase two Tesla Cybertrucks for use as targets in precision munitions testing and training. Citing potential use by adversaries, the Air Force aims to prepare for real-world scenarios involving durable vehicles like the Cybertruck. The trucks will be transported to the White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico, contributing to the Special Operations Command's Stand Off Precision Guided Munitions program.

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Elon Says Teslas Drive Themselves. The Crash Data Tesla Tried To Hide From A Court Says Otherwise

07 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

A jury found Tesla partially liable in a fatal crash involving Autopilot and awarded $243 million in damages. Evidence showed Tesla withheld critical crash data and misled investigators. Despite knowing the system had limitations, Elon Musk claimed Teslas "can drive themselves." TechDirt highlights this as a dangerous disconnect between Tesla's marketing and reality, raising serious concerns about transparency, safety, and accountability in autonomous vehicle development."

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China's Cheap EV Dominance Is On The Verge Of Imploding

07 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

China's dominance in cheap EVs is built on a fragile foundation. An unsustainable price war among 100+ brands, fueled by now-expiring government subsidies, has made most automakers unprofitable. Experts predict a market "implosion," leading to mass bankruptcies and consolidation. While consumers currently benefit from low prices, a massive industry shakeout is expected, leaving only a few strong players standing.

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It Looks Like Honda's First EV Motorcycle Is Finally Ready, and It'll Drop Soon

06 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

Honda is set to unveil its first performance-focused electric motorcycle on September 2, 2025, likely based on its EV Fun Concept seen at EICMA. A teaser video shows a masked prototype with refinements like a rectangular TFT display, single-sided swingarm, and sportbike ergonomics. While Honda hasn't confirmed if it's production-ready, the model is expected to launch later in 2025 as a mid‑size electric sportbike.

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Act of Resistence: The Time Is Right to Switch to an Electric Vehicle

06 Aug 2025 | Synopsis

Congress has shortened the federal EV tax credit window: new vehicle buyers can receive up to $7,500 before the program expires on September 30, 2025, with used EVs eligible for up to $4,000. Additional incentives - including California's Driving Clean Assistance program offering up to $12,000 - can often be stacked to lower costs further. Local agencies like the Community Environmental Council provide personalized support to help residents navigate EV purchase programs."

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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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    Region:Europe
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  • [Bloomberg Sub Req'd] The Extraordinary Rise of Electric Cars in Developing Countries
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    Region:IndoAsia
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    Region:Europe
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  • New car registrations across Europe: -0.1% in August 2025 year-to-date; battery-electric 15.8% market share
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    Date:27 Sep 2025

  • Volvo's Electric Flagship Gets a Big Do-Over, Major Changes After Botched Launch
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    Region:Europe
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  • All the Automakers Rolling Back Their Electric Car Plans
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  • Car buyers rush to capitalize on federal EV tax credits ahead of expiration next week
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  • This 75 MPH electric car with bicycle pedals to charge it is apparently the real deal -
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    Region:Europe
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  • Used EVs have never been cheaper. But are they a good deal?
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    Region:NoAmerica
    Date:27 Sep 2025

  • 2026 Volvo EX90 Adopts an 800-Volt System for Faster EV Charging
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    Region:Europe
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  • EVs Are Now Cheaper Than Gas Cars in America - But Not for Long
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    Region:NoAmerica
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  • Hyundai IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 Named Cars.com 2026 Top EV Picks
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    Region:AsiaPacific
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  • Cars.com names top electric vehicles for 2025 and 2026
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  • Electric Bentley SUV Spied For First Time With Blunt Front End
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    Region:Europe
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  • Power Shift: Why Even Fossil Fuel Executives Are Opposing Trump's Offshore Wind Crackdown
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  • [NY Times Sub Req'd] Unexpected Critics of Trump's Attacks on Wind Energy: Oil Executives
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    Region:NoAmerica
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    Date:26 Sep 2025

  • *Trump's transportation department pulls trail and bike grants it deems "hostile" to cars
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    Date:26 Sep 2025

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