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California proposal would require automakers to match EV rebate funds
1+ hour, 50+ min ago (508+ words) Auto Industry Wants More Government Support for Electric Vehicles Californians could get instant rebates on electric vehicle purchases under Gov. Gavin Newsom's $200 million plan, which would require automakers to match state incentives dollar-for-dollar. The'plan, which the Legislature must still approve,…...
California threatens Tesla with 30-day suspension of sales license for deceptive self-driving claims
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (264+ words) California regulators are threatening to suspend Tesla's license to sell its electric cars in the state early next year unless the automaker tones down its marketing tactics for its self-driving features after a judge concluded the Elon Musk-led company has…...
Carpool sticker grace period for EV drivers is ending
2+ mon, 4+ day ago (211+ words) A grace period is ending Monday morning for those who drive electric vehicle as California's carpool decal program is now officially over. California's Clean Air Vehicle Decal program, which allowed solo EV drivers to get into carpool lanes in California,…...
Waymo is hitting the highway. Here's what to know about the robotaxi's expanded service
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (412+ words) Before deciding to compete against conventional ride-hailing pioneers Uber and Lyft in California, Waymo " owned by Google's parent company, Alphabet " unleashed its robotaxis in Phoenix in 2020. Now it has extended the reach of its service to highways around that Arizona…...
This start-up wants to help cities make the most of green energy without all the high costs
3+ mon, 2+ day ago (996+ words) This article is part of a series sharing the stories of startups developing innovative solutions to environmental challenges and how they are pushing their business forward even as the Trump Administration champions fossil fuels and slashes funding for green projects....
Wonderful ‘WildLights' will soon illuminate this desert destination
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (228+ words) GLOWING ANIMAL SCULPTURES, glimmering artworks, and all sorts of lovely and large lanterns line the pathways of the animal park over four festive weeks. The Tunnel of Lights is a stop-and-pose draw ... Wonderful "WildLights' will soon illuminate this desert destination…...
Say goodbye to EV tax credit, carpool lane perk: See when programs are ending
4+ mon, 5+ day ago (289+ words) Some of the benefits of owning electric and hybrid vehicles will disappear Wednesday as the federal government is ending programs to provide tax credits to those who purchase low or zero-emission vehicles and allow such cars to use high-occupancy vehicle…...
Self-driving Zoox robotaxis hit the streets of Las Vegas
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (351+ words) Amazon's Zoox on Wednesday launched its robotaxi service in Las Vegas, offering free rides through parts of the entertainment mecca for anyone willing to gamble on the safety of a driverless vehicle. The Las Vegas debut of Zoox's long-planned ride-hailing…...
Robots roaming around Irvine to check sidewalks and curb ramps
5+ mon, 1+ day ago (225+ words) The city of Irvine has launched a new robot initiative the make sure its sidewalks and curb ramps meet the standards set by the Americans with Disabilities Act, The new inspectors on wheels are named Bandit and Smokey as they…...
Waymo granted first permit to start testing autonomous cars in New York City
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (177+ words) New York City commuters will soon have a chance to try out a new means of transportation. Waymo received its first permit from the New York Department of Transportation to begin testing its autonomous cars in New York City, Mayor…...