Minnesota just passed a law that’s going to ramp up EV adoption

Minnesota’s new law includes an EV rebate of $2,500 for a new car and $600 for a used one, with no income caps, among other EV incentives.

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US hospitals, animal shelters, and more awarded $45M to boost their energy efficiency

The Biden administration has announced $45 million in grants to help nonprofits improve their buildings’ energy efficiency.

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Ford is making it easier for you to buy an EV

Ford (F) CEO Jim Farley revealed during Monday’s Capital Markets Day that the automaker would soon make it as easy as possible for you to buy an EV with transparent pricing, flexible purchase options, and remote vehicle delivery. Ultimately, Ford is offering you the opportunity to skip what many consider the worst part of the buying experience – the dealership.

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Ford is making it easier for you to buy an EV

Ford (F) CEO Jim Farley revealed during Monday’s Capital Markets Day that the automaker would soon make it as easy as possible for you to buy an EV with transparent pricing, flexible purchase options, and remote vehicle delivery. Ultimately, Ford is offering you the opportunity to skip what many consider the worst part of the buying experience – the dealership.

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Volvo Trucks and Econ just unveiled an electric gritter truck that can do a lot more than just grit

Volvo Trucks and Econ Engineering’s new electric gritter truck isn’t limited to just winter use because it has an Electric Quick Change Body (E-QCB) system.

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Volvo Trucks and Econ just unveiled an electric gritter truck that can do a lot more than just grit

Volvo Trucks and Econ Engineering’s new electric gritter truck isn’t limited to just winter use because it has an Electric Quick Change Body (E-QCB) system.

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BMW debuts electric i5 with gaming, hands-free driving and lets you change lanes with your eyes

After teasing glimpses of its first all-electric 5 Series for weeks, BMW has globally debuted the first two available trims of the i5, including an M performance version with 590 horsepower. The German automaker has introduced a lot of new technology in its latest generation of its long-running series, including in-car gaming, a range conservation mode, and eye activated lane changes.

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BMW debuts electric i5 with gaming, hands-free driving and lets you change lanes with your eyes

After teasing glimpses of its first all-electric 5 Series for weeks, BMW has globally debuted the first two available trims of the i5, including an M performance version with 590 horsepower. The German automaker has introduced a lot of new technology in its latest generation of its long-running series, including in-car gaming, a range conservation mode, and eye activated lane changes.

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Watch Aurora’s autonomous Driver technology navigate highways in inclement weather [Video]

Storms, sleet, snow, and even high winds can provide added danger to highways where large vehicles like semitrucks are traveling at high speeds. The abundance of caution and safety is multiplied when you remove the truck driver from the equation. As it prepares to launch its Horizon autonomous service, self-driving tech company Aurora has shared footage of its Driver software responding appropriately when it encounters areas of lower visibility. Check out the video below.

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Mercedes says an electric CLA sedan is coming to the US next year to rival the Tesla Model 3

At Mercedes-Benz’s annual North American dealer meeting, the automaker highlighted its transformation in the electric era. To continue building momentum, Mercedes told dealers it has a healthy lineup of EVs in the pipeline, including an electric CLA sedan and GLC crossover coming in 2024.

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