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Canada freezes Tesla rebates worth $43 million to check each one is valid
- Canada has frozen a $43 million rebate payment to Tesla and excluded the company from similar national schemes.
- Transport Minister Chrystia Freeland ordered the halt of all Tesla rebate payments until claims are deemed valid.
- The move follows a surge in Tesla rebate claims, raising concerns about potential abuse.
- Canada's transport department will ensure Tesla remains ineligible for rebates as long as US tariffs are imposed against Canada.
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Tesla Europe Sales Plummet, As Owners Return EVs At Record Levels
- Sales of new Tesla cars in Europe declined in February 2025, with an overall sales slump in the region.
- Tesla sold less than 16,000 vehicles across Europe in February, a decrease of 44% compared to the previous year.
- Competition, phasing out of the existing version of the Model Y, and controversies surrounding Elon Musk were cited as reasons for the decline in Tesla sales.
- Rival companies, such as Volkswagen and BMW, experienced an increase in sales of electric vehicles in Europe.
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Rivian spins out a new micromobility startup called Also with $105M from Eclipse
- RJ Scaringe, founder of Rivian, has spun out a micromobility startup called Also from a skunkworks program within Rivian, raising $105 million from Eclipse Ventures.
- The new startup Also, with a team from companies like Apple, Google, and Tesla, aims to offer affordable Rivian-quality micromobility vehicles.
- Also plans to produce its first vehicle for the US and Europe next year, with subsequent launches in Asia and South America.
- The first product by Also, hinted to have a bike-like form factor, will be revealed later this year.
- Rivian founder, RJ Scaringe, aims to address the high cost of e-bikes and micromobility through Also by leveraging technology and reducing supply chain tiers.
- Former Rivian executive Jiten Behl spurred the effort to focus on micromobility within Rivian, leading to the creation of the skunkworks team at Also.
- The new micro EVs by Also are expected to cater to both consumer and commercial needs globally, emphasizing flexibility in form factor.
- Also's potential extends to commercial applications, with a focus on scalable platforms for food, parcel, and delivery vehicles, especially in dense metro areas.
- The Also team is exploring partnerships for their micro EVs but remains secretive about specific collaborators.
- While considering practical limitations, Also remains open to various form factors in micromobility, hinting at potential future developments beyond traditional vehicles.
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Rivian's Also Strikes Out Into The Scooter, E-Mobility Space
- Rivian has announced the launch of Also, an electric micromobility company spun out of Rivian.
- Also aims to release a flagship non-car product by 2026 tailored for city dwellers' transportation needs.
- The company emphasizes creating tangible products rather than just concepts, with a focus on small EVs and micro-mobility solutions.
- Also operates as a separate entity with close ties to Rivian, which has made a significant investment in the venture.
- The company plans to introduce vehicles below traditional car regulations, targeting urban areas for emission-free transportation.
- Micromobility and small EVs are gaining traction as alternatives to car ownership, particularly in dense urban environments.
- Also's products will offer personalization features and will be built in-house, following Rivian's integrated approach.
- The company intends to unveil its flagship product in the U.S. in fall 2026, followed by European launches.
- Also's focus is on direct consumer sales and establishing partnerships globally to expand its market presence.
- With increasing demand for electrification in transportation, Also sees an opportunity to offer innovative mobility solutions worldwide.
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2025 Nissan Micra EV revival revealed, but only for Europe
- The sixth-generation Nissan Micra EV has been revealed, but it will only be available in Europe.
- The new Micra shares its platform with the Renault 5 E-Tech and will be produced in France.
- It features design elements inspired by previous generations of the Micra.
- The Micra EV will be available with 40kWh or 52kWh battery options.
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China's superfast charging technology is twice as fast as Tesla's — fully recharging EVs in just 6 minutes
- A Chinese automaker, BYD, has developed a new battery, named the e-platform, that enables electric vehicles (EVs) to charge as quickly as filling a gas tank.
- The e-platform battery can fully charge in just six minutes, with a peak charging power of 1,000 kilowatts, which is twice as fast as Tesla's superchargers.
- The battery allows two new BYD vehicle models, Han L saloon and Tang L SUV, to travel up to 250 miles on a five-minute charge.
- BYD plans to install a network of 4,000 flash charging stations across China to facilitate the launch of these fast-charging EVs.
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Share your experience of being a Tesla car owner
- Tesla sales in Europe have dropped by nearly 45% according to Jato Dynamics.
- The company sold less than 16,000 vehicles across Europe last month, marking a 44% drop compared to the previous year.
- Tesla's market share in Europe also reached its lowest point in February, at 9.6%.
- The drop in sales and market share could be due to factors such as CEO Elon Musk's senior role in Trump's administration and consumer backlash, as well as protests at Tesla dealerships.
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BYD Just Hit $100 Billion in Sales—What That Means for Tesla and the EV World
- Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD has surpassed Tesla with over $100 billion in annual sales, selling 4.3 million vehicles in 2024.
- BYD's success can be attributed to volume, offering both hybrids and EVs, dominating the Chinese market, and aggressive pricing.
- Tesla's sales in Europe have dropped by 45%, while BYD is expanding globally and investing in new markets.
- BYD is competing with Tesla in terms of smart driving systems and ultra-fast charging technology, pushing the boundaries of innovation.
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2026 Nissan Leaf revealed, Australian launch timing confirmed
- The third-generation Nissan Leaf has been unveiled as a crossover model, departing from the previous hatchback design.
- The new Leaf features a taller body, black plastic wheel arch protectors, flush-fitting door handles, and a blacked out roof.
- Technical details and range improvements have not been revealed yet, but the Leaf will utilize the CMF-EV architecture and offer 19-inch alloy wheels and a panoramic sunroof.
- The third-generation Leaf will be built at Nissan's UK factory in Sunderland for the European market.
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Aqua Metals produces cathode active material from recycled nickel
- US lithium-ion battery recycling firm Aqua Metals has produced cathode active material (CAM) from domestically sourced, recycled nickel.
- Aqua Metals recovered high-purity nickel from spent lithium-ion batteries and battery manufacturing scrap using its AquaRefining process.
- A Tier 1 lithium battery manufacturer is currently evaluating the CAM, which meets industry-standard chemical and electrochemical specifications.
- This milestone confirms Aqua Metals' ability to enable a circular supply chain for battery materials, supporting energy security and the clean energy economy.
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Toyota says its new hydrogen fuel cell system has durability designed for commercial vehicles
- Toyota unveils its third-generation fuel cell system, the 3rd Gen FC System, designed for commercial vehicles.
- The new system is smaller, lighter, and twice as durable as the previous line.
- Toyota aims to meet the needs of the commercial sector by providing the same durability as conventional diesel-powered engines.
- The new fuel cell system will be available in major markets after 2026.
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4 reasons why Elon Musk should worry about Tesla in China
- Tesla's Chinese rivals, such as BYD, Xpeng, and Geely, have seen surges in their stock prices and sales performance, posing a significant challenge to Tesla.
- While Tesla's stock has declined by 40% since mid-December, Chinese competitors have benefited from strong sales and advancements in autonomous driving and EV charging.
- BYD's share price increased by nearly 40% in 2025 and reached a record high after unveiling new charging technology that can charge an EV in five minutes.
- Xpeng saw an 85% rise in its share price in the first quarter, indicating the competitive landscape Tesla is up against in China.
- Tesla's market share in China has been impacted by local rivals offering more affordable EVs and hybrids, causing a decline in sales for the company.
- BYD surpassed Tesla in overall revenue for 2024, reporting significantly higher revenues, highlighting the increasing competition in the market.
- Tesla faces challenges in China as its sales dropped nearly 50% in February, while BYD experienced a 161% sales increase during the same period.
- Chinese competitors like BYD have upstaged Tesla by offering autonomous driving features for free across their model lineup, impacting Tesla's premium pricing model.
- BYD's recent breakthrough in EV charging technology, promising to charge electric vehicles in five minutes, has put pressure on Tesla and highlighted BYD's technological lead.
- As Chinese EV makers expand globally, Tesla may face increased competition outside China, with companies like BYD, Xpeng, and Zeekr making significant strides in markets like Europe.
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iGowise Expands to UK, Switzerland & South America via Key Partnerships
- Bangalore-based startup iGowise Mobility is partnering with EVMI Solutions, Subeez, and Yaanco SAS to expand to the UK, Switzerland, and South America.
- The partnerships will involve the development of next-gen electric trikes using iGowise's modular LeanEV platform.
- iGowise plans to roll out fully assembled e-trikes before 2026 and establish local micro-assembly shops within 24-30 months.
- The partnerships aim to strengthen India's position as an EV manufacturing hub and triple the country's tech and automotive exports by 2035.
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Nissan Micra EV: This Is It
- Nissan has unveiled an all-new sixth-generation Micra, a fully electric vehicle.
- The Micra EV shares the same AmpR Small platform as the Renault 5 and will likely have nearly identical specs.
- Nissan will also launch an electric Juke in 2026.
- Both Micra EV and Juke EV are part of Nissan's plan to expand its European EV lineup.
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Nissan Says 'We Never Stopped' Talking To Honda
- Nissan's CEO confirms that the company is still in talks with Honda and is open to partnerships.
- Nissan and Honda are working on individual model collaborations, with the possibility of collaborating on large SUVs.
- The talks between Nissan and Honda involve EV projects, software, and AI collaborations.
- Nissan's financial crisis may lead to exploring merger or acquisition partnerships, including with Honda.
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