The US government opens up more federal lands for solar – to 31 million acres

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The Biden administration has finalized a plan to expand solar on 31 million acres of federal lands in 11 western states.

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All-electric Seagliders are about to take flight in the US

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REGENT received approval from the US Coast Guard to begin testing its all-electric Seaglider. The Seaglider combines the speed of an aircraft with the convenience of a boat for faster, more affordable travel. Testing will begin later this year, with the first planned flights in early 2025.

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All-electric Seagliders are about to take flight in the US

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REGENT received approval from the US Coast Guard to begin testing its all-electric Seaglider. The Seaglider combines the speed of an aircraft with the convenience of a boat for faster, more affordable travel. Testing will begin later this year, with the first planned flights in early 2025.

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All-electric Seagliders are about to take flight in the US

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REGENT received approval from the US Coast Guard to begin testing its all-electric Seaglider. The Seaglider combines the speed of an aircraft with the convenience of a boat for faster, more affordable travel. Testing will begin later this year, with the first planned flights in early 2025.

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Chevy gains a new EV commercial van: GM’s BrightDrop

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Chevy is expanding its EV portfolio with electric commercial vans. GM announced it’s moving BrightDrop under the Chevrolet brand. The move comes after rival Ford revealed plans for a new “digitally advanced” commercial EV van as part of its shifting electrified strategy.

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Rivian announces “Rivian Rewards,” a referral program for Rivian owners

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Rivian has launched a referral program, allowing owners and purchasers to gain discounted gear or free charging through use of their Rivian referral code – or, with enough referrals, even an “almost”-free Rivian vehicle.

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Interest in EVs just hit a record in the US with big discounts, more affordable options

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Massive discounts and new lower-priced models are making electric vehicles more affordable, helping draw in buyers. According to the latest JD Power EV Index data, interest in EVs hit a new yearly high in July, with over a quarter of shoppers “very likely” to go electric for their next vehicle.

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Polestar (PSNY) reports weaker Q2 deliveries following CEO’s sudden departure

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Polestar (PSNY) stock is up over 15% on Thursday despite reporting fewer Q2 deliveries than last year. With a new CEO taking over and two new electric SUVs hitting the market, the Swedish EV brand expects things around. Quickly.

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Polestar (PSNY) reports weaker Q2 deliveries following CEO’s sudden departure

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Polestar (PSNY) stock is up over 15% on Thursday despite reporting fewer Q2 deliveries than last year. With a new CEO taking over and two new electric SUVs hitting the market, the Swedish EV brand expects things around. Quickly.

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Volvo’s cheapest EV is taking Europe by storm: Will it do the same in the US?

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Volvo’s smallest and cheapest EV, the EX30, is already changing the game in Europe. Will it have the same impact in the US?

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