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GMC Sierra EV Denali Max Range: Luxury ride or tricked-out work truck? Why not both?
- GMC Sierra EV Denali Max Range offers luxury truck features with utilitarian attributes.
- Electric pickup ensures comfort and technological superiority along with massive 490-mile range.
- Loaded with towing capabilities and advanced charging options, making it a luxury workhorse option.
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Two Tesla bulls share differing insights on Elon Musk, the Board, and politics
- Wedbush analyst Dan Ives is calling on Tesla's board to enact measures to ensure Elon Musk's focus on the company amid concerns of distraction risk during a crucial growth phase.
- Ives suggests a three-point plan including a new pay package for Musk, clear guidelines on his time commitment to Tesla, and oversight on his political activities.
- Cathie Wood of Ark Invest, another Tesla bull, expresses confidence in Musk and the board, citing trust in their decisions and noting Musk's improved focus on Tesla following recent changes.
- While Ives emphasizes the need for governance changes, Wood remains optimistic about Musk's leadership. Tesla stock is down 25% year-to-date but has shown a 19% gain in the past 12 months.
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Mensjournal
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I Drove the Fastest Electric Supertruck on the Market—but Does the World Need Another Absurdly Quick EV SUV?
- Test-driving the 2025 Rivian R1S Quad-Motor SUV with 1,025 hp and 1,148 lb-ft torque.
- Improved Gen 2 versions feature new technology and driving capabilities, enhancing overall performance.
- Detailed exploration of on-road and off-road experiences, showcasing impressive but not entirely necessary features.
- Rivian's electric trucks offer high-speeds, off-road prowess, although certain aspects could be improved.
- Rivian's future models aim for smaller, more affordable options to expand market reach.
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Insideevs
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Volvo Will Now Sell You An Armored Plug-In Hybrid SUV
- Volvo now offers its XC60 and XC90 plug-in hybrid SUVs as armored vehicles with 360-degree bulletproofing from the factory.
- The armored XC90 can drive up to 41 miles on battery power, slightly less than the standard version, due to its increased weight and slightly smaller trunk size.
- Despite the extra weight of the armor, the plug-in hybrid powertrain of the vehicles remains unchanged, with 455 horsepower and 523 pound-feet of torque.
- Volvo ensures that the armored XC90 and XC60 maintain the same driving experience as their standard counterparts and are equipped with the same sensors and cameras, blending in seamlessly.
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Electrovaya to supply swappable battery packs for Janus Electric’s Class 8 electric trucks
- Electrovaya has secured a commercial contract with Janus Electric to supply advanced lithium-ion battery systems for Class 8 electric trucks in the U.S. and Australia.
- The partnership involves Electrovaya providing Janus Electric with its Infinity lithium-ion battery systems for swappable battery platforms, enabling diesel trucks to operate as zero-emission vehicles.
- Electrovaya's battery technology offers superior cycle life, safety, and reliability, catering to the demanding requirements of the heavy transport industry's electrification initiatives.
- Janus Electric CEO Ian Campbell highlighted the significance of the partnership in decarbonizing the heavy transport sector, with Electrovaya's CEO emphasizing the technical challenges of electrifying Class 8 trucks, especially in markets with heavy payloads like Australia.
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Wattlab delivers a hybrid solar-powered inland shipping vessel
- Netherlands-based company Wattlab delivers a solar energy system for HGK Shipping’s inland cargo vessel, the Blue Marlin, which features 192 solar panels for power supply to both onboard and propulsion systems.
- Wattlab had previously equipped HGK Shipping's dry cargo vessel, MS Helios, with 312 solar panels, earning a Guinness World Record for the largest solar panel installation on an inland shipping vessel.
- The solar energy system on the Blue Marlin differs from the Helios as it can contribute power directly to the ship's propulsion system along with low-voltage onboard systems.
- The Blue Marlin's solar power system can deliver up to 35 kilowatts and works in conjunction with diesel generators for peak shaving, improving efficiency, reducing fuel consumption, and allowing potential periods of sailing using only solar power.
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Martindale Electric launches new EVSE socket tester for Type 2 connectors
- Martindale Electric, an electrical safety specialist with 95 years of experience, has launched a new EV socket tester called BZ820-EV for Type 2 connectors.
- The Type 2 connector, standard in Europe and other regions, is used for AC charging and is known for electrical safety.
- The BZ820-EV is designed for EVSE contractors and installers to detect 28 wiring fault conditions, check voltage supply levels, and simulate various vehicle states.
- The tester connects directly to an EV charging point and is suitable for indoor and outdoor use in dry conditions, providing support in the UK.
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TechCrunch
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The tech behind Rivian’s 2026 Quad-Motor truck and SUV — and that kick turn
- Rivian introduces Quad-Motor truck and SUV with impressive power and software features.
- The quad-motor boasts 1,025 horsepower, kick turn feature, and advanced torque vectoring.
- Software updates will enhance quad-motor functionality and offer RAD Tuner for personalization.
- Rivian's goal is to blend powerful hardware with intelligent software for optimal performance.
- New models integrate North American Charging Standard and updated EV charging trip planner.
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Lilac successfully operates lithium extraction demo plant in Argentina
- Lilac Solutions, a US-based company, has successfully operated a lithium extraction demonstration plant in Jujuy, Argentina.
- The plant achieved a 91% lithium recovery from salar brine with high purity and rejection of impurities.
- It utilizes fourth-generation ion exchange (IX) technology and off-the-shelf equipment at approximately one-third commercial scale.
- The plant has an annual throughput capacity of 42 tonnes of lithium carbonate equivalent and stable eluate purity for over 4,000 IX media cycles.
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Insideevs
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Nissan’s EV Strategy Hits Another Roadblock
- Nissan's EV plans face delays due to changing U.S. rules and slowing demand.
- Tesla's struggle in China is attributed to outdated products lacking local appeal.
- Kia aims to introduce a sub-$30,000 city car as part of its EV strategy.
- The impact of EV tax credits on the American EV industry is being evaluated.
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Boyd opens battery material test lab in California to accelerate battery design
- Boyd, a US-based developer of battery safety technology, has opened a battery material test laboratory in California to accelerate battery design and safety.
- The lab is well-equipped with various test equipment, material samples, and skilled personnel to facilitate faster thermal runaway prevention design cycles and reduce time to market.
- The Boyd Battery Material Safety Lab conducts essential battery material tests under varying harsh environmental conditions to ensure safety and performance standards are met.
- Boyd's lab also offers simulation capabilities to predict material performance, aiding in designing integrated thermal runaway prevention technologies for electric vehicle batteries.
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They Wish The 'Whole EV Thing Would Just Go Away': Rivian CEO On Legacy Automakers
- Rivian CEO highlights obstacles faced from Legacy automakers in EV market.
- Legacy automakers obstruct direct sales, fight emissions regulations, and favor gas trucks over EVs.
- Rivian's mainstream R2 EV aims to compete despite industry challenges, potentially benefiting from competitors' shortcomings.
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Tesla China achieves this year’s second highest domestic sales in June
- Tesla China achieved its second-highest domestic sales in June with 61,484 units sold, marking a significant recovery from previous months and positioning the company for a stronger second quarter finish.
- In June, Tesla's domestic sales in China represented a 59.3% increase from May and a 3.75% rise year-over-year, totaling 71,599 vehicles sold.
- Despite a two-month decline, Tesla China's Q2 retail total reached 128,803 units, although down 11.7% from the same period last year.
- The company scaled back export output from Giga Shanghai in June, with 10,115 vehicles exported, a 56.2% decrease from May, contributing to a 31.85% drop in total exports for the first half of 2025 compared to 2024.
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Insideevs
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2026 Rivian R1S & R1T Quad-Motor Drive: The Best Get Better
- Rivian's Quad-Motor R1S and R1T offer powerful, sophisticated electric trucks.
- Priced at $115,990 and $121,990, these vehicles are stylish, high-performance playthings.
- Quad-Motor drive provides exceptional control, off-road capabilities, and customizable driving modes.
- Rivian's cutting-edge software and luxurious interior set a new standard for electric trucks.
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TechCrunch
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Why this LA-based VC firm was an early investor in Slate Auto
- Slauson & Co. invested early in Slate Auto, raising $700 million to date.
- Firm sees value in affordable, customizable EVs from domestically manufactured vehicles.
- Slauson & Co. aims to bridge innovation gap by funding underrepresented perspectives.
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