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Real Deal: French Firm Develops Pedal-Charged Electric "Car"

27 Sep 2025 | Synopsis

French startup Cixi has unveiled the Vigoz, a lightweight electric car that reaches 75 mph and features bicycle pedals to supplement battery charging. While pedaling alone won't fully power the vehicle, it adds a unique human-electric hybrid experience. Designed for urban mobility, the Vigoz blends EV tech with fitness. Cixi has released video footage and technical specs confirming it's a working prototype - not just a concept.

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Power Shift: Why Even Fossil Fuel Executives Are Opposing Trump's Offshore Wind Crackdown

27 Sep 2025 | Synopsis

The Trump administration has halted offshore wind projects, revoked permits, and redirected funding to fossil fuel infrastructure, citing energy reliability. Surprisingly, some fossil fuel executives oppose the move, warning it undermines investment stability and shared infrastructure. The rollback threatens jobs, climate goals, and U.S. competitiveness, prompting a broad coalition to call for balanced, future-ready energy policy.

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Lucid Delivers First Gravity Robotaxi To Nuro For Uber Fleet

26 Sep 2025 | Synopsis

Lucid has delivered its first Gravity robotaxi to Nuro, marking a key step in autonomous EV deployment. The vehicle will join Uber's fleet, blending Lucid’s luxury EV design with Nuro's self-driving tech. Nuro, known for its compact autonomous delivery vehicles, is expanding into passenger transport. This collaboration aims to accelerate commercial robotaxi services by combining premium electric mobility with advanced AI-driven autonomy.

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Leapmotor Hits 1 Million EVs as European Expansion Accelerates

26 Sep 2025 | Synopsis

Leapmotor has produced its one-millionth EV, marking a major milestone in its global growth. Backed by Stellantis, the Chinese automaker is rapidly expanding across Europe with over 600 sales and service points. Models like the T03 and C10 are now available in Ireland, Bulgaria, and Central Europe. The partnership with Stellantis enables Leapmotor to scale manufacturing and distribution, positioning it as a rising force in affordable electric mobility.

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Morocco To Send Solar Power To Germany Via 4800 Km Undersea Cable

26 Sep 2025 | Synopsis

Morocco will export solar energy to Germany via a 4,800 km undersea cable called Sila Atlantik, delivering up to 26 TWh annually. The cable will run along the Atlantic coast, passing through Portuguese, Spanish, French, Belgian, and Dutch waters before reaching Germany. The project, backed by E.ON and Uniper, is estimated to cost between €40 billion, with developers seeking government guarantees to support this massive clean energy infrastructure.

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Volkswagen Group Reveals First Vehicle to Be powered by Solid-State Battery

25 Sep 2025 | Synopsis

Volkswagen Group will debut its first solid-state battery vehicle by 2025, starting with Ducati's V21L electric motorcycle, a division under VW. Solid-state batteries offer faster charging, longer range, and greater safety than lithium-ion by using solid electrolytes and lithium-metal anodes. Ducati's V21L showcases this tech with 150 hp, 170 mph top speed, and rapid 12-minute charging - marking VW's leap toward next-gen electric mobility.

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Ford F-150 Lightnings Are Powering The Grid In First Residential V2G Pilot

24 Sep 2025 | Synopsis

A new U.S. residential pilot is using vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology to let Ford F-150 Lightning trucks discharge energy back to the electric grid from homeowners. in partnership with Sunrun and utility BGE, participating trucks use their built-in bidirectional inverter and home integration system during evening peak hours to help stabilize demand, while owners earn payments for the energy they supply. This marks a first at-home proof of concept for EVs contributing to grid resilience.

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Why Europeans Build Wealth on €30,000 Salaries While Americans Go Broke on $100,000

24 Sep 2025 | Synopsis

Europeans on much lower salaries can build wealth more effectively than Americans on higher salaries due to socialized or capped big-ticket expenses. The article highlights that Europeans benefit from minimal costs for healthcare, education, and childcare. Additionally, affordable public transport reduces the need for expensive car ownership, and legally mandated paid leave provides a significant, guaranteed financial benefit not common in the U.S

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The West is Driving in the Rearview Mirror: A Wake-Up Call from the Electrotech Revolution

24 Sep 2025 | Synopsis

Kingsmill Bond argues the West is deluding itself about the energy transition. The "electrotech revolution" led by solar, batteries, and EVs is already here, advancing exponentially, and is cheaper than fossil fuels. While emerging markets are embracing this, the West risks being left behind by its outdated assumptions and a linear mindset toward change.

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XCharge NA Is Now Leasing DC Fast Chargers To Small Businesses

24 Sep 2025 | Synopsis

XCharge North America has partnered with Ascentium Capital to offer a leasing program for DC fast chargers, aimed at small businesses. This program allows businesses to install chargers, like the GridLink and C6 models, for an affordable monthly rate starting at $800, removing the need for a large upfront investment. The leasing package includes installation, equipment, warranties, and maintenance, and lets the business keep all the charging revenue.

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Realistic Assessment: Horse Powertrain's C15 Engine and the Future of EV

22 Sep 2025 | Synopsis

Horse Powertrain's C15 is a compact, Euro 7-compliant gasoline generator designed for extended-range EVs. It activates only when battery charge drops, offering 70 kW for sedans and 120 kW for larger vehicles. While efficient, it still emits 120–140 g CO₂/km when active. Backed by Renault, Geely, and Aramco, Horse can mass-produce it—but OEM adoption is key. EREVs face pressure from falling battery costs and rising BEV capabilities.

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In Just 15 Years, No One Will Own an Electric Car - Here's What Will Replace Them Instead

21 Sep 2025 | Synopsis

EVs are central to a coming shift in mobility: by 2040, personal electric car ownership may disappear as automakers pivot to subscription-based, software-driven models. EVs will serve as platforms for autonomous fleets, shared transport, and tiered digital services. Younger users prefer access over ownership, and manufacturers are redesigning vehicles as connected devices - raising concerns over repair rights, data control, and user autonomy.

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