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Mercedes-Benz teases the innovative tech that will go in the new CLA

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The upcoming release of the Mercedes-Benz CLA is shaping up to be quite an event. The all-new electric vehicle from the German automaker promises to redefine efficiency and performance. And while we hear promises like that pretty much with every new EV, the CLA’s innovative powertrain technology and flexible charging system have us intrigued. There is no doubt Mercedes-Benz has… Read more…

Boston-based Pure Lithium acquires cathode materials provider Dimien

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Boston-based lithium metal battery technology company Pure Lithium has acquired the assets of private US vanadium cathode materials company Dimien.  The purchase aims to accelerate the development and commercialization of Pure Lithium’s lithium metal vanadium (LVO) battery. Dr. Brian Schultz, Dimien founder and CEO, will become Pure Lithium’s VP of Business Development and Technology, and… Read more…

Massachusetts offers Electrify Your Rideshare EV rebate program for ride-share and taxi drivers to go electric

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The state of Massachusetts wants to ”Electrify Your Rideshare” if you are a taxi or ride-sharing app driver in the Commonwealth. Ride Clean Mass will now offer drivers rebates of up to $6,500, in addition to any other local, state and federal incentives that the driver is eligible to receive. “Our mission is to put more… Read more…

Delta to provide EV chargers for IZIVIA FAST charging network at McDonald’s outlets in France   

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Taiwanese electronics manufacturing company Delta Electronics has announced its selection by France-headquartered EV charging network IZIVIA FAST to supply approximately 800 units of its 200 kW DC UFC 200 series EV charger for deployment at McDonald’s restaurant car parks throughout France. Each charger’s capacity can be divided into two 100 kW units for simultaneous charging… Read more…

BYD just nabbed another ‘world’s first’ milestone as record sales run heats up

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China’s BYD just topped another major milestone. The EV giant produced its ten millionth new energy vehicle (NEV) this week, becoming the first automaker to accomplish the feat. BYD’s accomplishment comes just three years after its one-millionth NEV rolled off the assembly line. After its fifth straight record sales month, BYD is now closing in on top global automakers like Ford. Read more…

UGREEN PowerRoam LiFePO4 stations hit new lows from $269, Save up to $1,099 on Vvolt extra battery e-bike promo, Segway, more

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Starting off this week’s Green Deals is a cascade of new Black Friday low prices on UGREEN’s three PowerRoam Portable Power Stations starting from $269, with discounts on solar panels and bundle options too. We’ve also got two Black Friday EV sales, with the first coming from Vvolt, which is offering up to $1,099 in savings on e-bikes and accessories – including free extra battery promos with an e-bike purchase starting from $1,799. Next, there’s Segway’s early Black Friday sale that has given us a new low price on the brand’s Ninebot S MAX Self-balancing scooter at $465, among other models. Plus, all the best hangover Green Deals from last week are in the links at the bottom of the page, including all the major Black Friday sales on EVs and power stations that are collected together in our Electrified Weekly roundup coverage. Read more…

CATL’s second-gen sodium-ion battery works normally even at -40°C

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Around two years ago CATL, the world’s biggest battery maker, announced its first sodium-ion battery and its intention to start manufacturing in 2023. Now, two years later, we’re onto the second generation, and production is set to start in 2025. That said, mass production is only scheduled for 2027. The second-gen sodium battery can be discharged normally in temperatures as… Read more…

Renesas Electronics announces an 8-in-1 proof of concept EV eAxle

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Renesas Electronics, a semiconductor solutions company, has unveiled an 8-in-1 proof of concept for electric vehicle eAxle systems. The proof of concept was developed in partnership with Nidec, a Japanese motor manufacturer that makes “everything that spins and moves.” An eAxle is a drive unit that integrates into an axle structure the main components necessary… Read more…

ABB and Black Box Innovations to manufacture EV energy management system that helps avoid panel upgrades

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ABB Electrification Canada has announced a licensing agreement with Canadian electrical equipment supplier Black Box Innovations to manufacture EV energy management systems. The systems will use Black Box’s patented technology that supports the installation of EV chargers on an existing electrical panel. The range of energy management systems will be available through ABB’s distribution partners… Read more…