Tesla Superchargers are now integrated in Rivian’s navigation

Tesla Supercharger locations are now being integrated into Rivian’s navigation system as part of the automaker’s latest software update.

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VW’s Cupra mulls entering US market in quest to become a globally recognized EV brand

Volkswagen Group sub-brand Cupra has been market testing the possible entry into the US market, according to SEAT Cupra CEO Wayne Griffiths. Cupra has expanded to new markets outside of Western Europe recently and has multiple all-electric models in its production pipeline in Spain as it looks to grow its recognition as its own standalone EV brand.

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United Airlines to launch first commercial electric air taxi route with Archer Aviation in Chicago

Leading global airline company United Airlines is set to launch the first electric air taxi route in Chicago in collaboration with Archer Aviation using Archer’s electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.

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Here’s how many billions Ford expects its EV ‘startup’ to lose in 2023

Before introducing its new financial reporting format Thursday, Ford Motor (F) revealed it expects its EV startup unit, Model E, to lose $3 billion this year as it scales production.

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This light, energy-dense battery just got independently verified

Amprius Technologies (NYSE: AMPX) today announced that its high-energy, high-power lithium-ion battery with a silicon anode platform has been verified by an independent test lab.

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Tesla launches new extended service warranty straight from its app

Tesla has launched new extended service warranties for its electric vehicles that can be purchased straight from its mobile app.

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You can now run electric bicycles from power tool batteries

We’re officially living in the future: No longer are your e-bike batteries just for your e-bikes and your power tool batteries just for your drills and string trimmers. Now you can actually mix and match your batteries, at least if you have the right e-bike. Companies like Aventon and Greenworks are making it happen.

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Gogoro’s battery-swapping electric scooters begin operations in Singapore

Gogoro, widely considered to be the world leader in battery swapping for light electric vehicles like e-motorbikes, has just launched operations in its latest global expansion to Singapore. A new partnership will now see Gogoro’s battery-swapping technology deployed for food delivery.

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Tesla expects to lose full $7,500 tax credit on its cheapest electric car

Tesla told employees that it expects to lose the full $7,500 federal tax credit on its cheapest electric car because the batteries come from China.

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Computer maker Acer shows off ‘Extreme’ electric scooter and exercise bike work desk

Fresh off its recent unveiling of a futuristic electric bicycle, Acer is now demonstrating two more wheeled contraptions. The first is a funky-looking electric scooter known as the Predator Extreme, while the second is a bike that looks much faster than it is: the eKinekt BD 3 exercise bike work desk.

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