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Beware, Elon Musk — BYD just took its next step toward world domination

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BYD CEO Wang Chuanfu signs deal for new factory with Turkish President Recep Erdoğan
BYD CEO Wang Chuanfu signs a deal for a new factory with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

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The most common type of EV battery is a growing source of 'forever chemical' pollution, scientists say

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Lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles are made with a class of PFAS chemicals.

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Ford is so desperate to push EVs that it's making managers lease them

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The Ford F-150 Lightning pickup truck is one of the options available to Ford employees through the leasing scheme.

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EV sales have hit a speed bump. Using AI to improve their batteries could get more people in the driving seat.

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Charging times have been cited as a reason that consumers are holding off buying EVs.

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These tiny EVs are hoping to make a big impact

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Microlino Lite
The Microlino Lite.

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No need to polish your Cybertruck — you can now buy one that comes with a mirror-like sheen for $150,000

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Cybertruck owner Tyson Garvin polished his vehicle to give it a chrome finish. A polished Cybertruck has been listed on Concierge Motors.

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Japan found enough minerals off a remote Pacific island to fuel its EV plans for over a decade

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The remote operated vehicle used to explore the ocean floor
A remote-operated vehicle used to explore the ocean floor off Minami-Torishima island.

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How Chinese EV makers are slowly taking over the world

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Chinese EV players are expanding rapidly in developing markets like Brazil, Mexico, and Southeast Asia.

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EV charging company says Fisker 'abandoned its contract' — so it's yanking promo credits from Fisker customers

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Fisker warned staff they might be laid off if efforts to course correct are unsuccessful.
Fisker filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Monday.

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Elon Musk announces Tesla stock option grants for 'exceptional performance' — read his email to workers

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Tesla posted a series of AI and Autopilot roles.
Tesla is implementing a system to reward "exceptional performance."

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