Global Automakers Shift EV Innovation and Design Control to China
Leading carmakers are relocating electric vehicle research, design, and software development to China, making it a central hub for innovation and future EV platforms.
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Xiaomi EV Reports 36% Growth in June Deliveries Driven by YU7 SUV Variants
Xiaomi EV delivered over 34,700 vehicles in June, marking a significant year-on-year increase led by strong YU7 SUV sales after new model launches in May.
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China’s New Energy Vehicle Retail Sales Decline for Sixth Month Amid Export Boom
China’s new energy vehicle retail sales dropped for a sixth straight month in June, while exports surged to a record share of total passenger vehicle shipments.
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Bitcoin Miners Must Prove Power Grid Value by 2027 Amid Rising Demand
US electricity demand will set new records through 2027, forcing Bitcoin miners to demonstrate their role in grid flexibility alongside AI centers and industrial users.
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Mazda Questions Longevity of Australia’s Electric Vehicle Sales Surge Amid Debate
Mazda warns Australia’s recent EV sales spike is driven by subsidies and fleet pressure rather than true consumer demand, sparking a heated industry debate.
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Uzbekistan Advances $300M Waste-to-Energy Project with Chinese Partner
Uzbekistan and Shanghai SUS Environment review progress on a $300 million waste-to-energy project, aiming to generate electricity by incinerating municipal waste.
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Rising Oil Company Profits Rekindle Trump’s Accusations of Price Gouging
Chevron and Exxon prepare to report their strongest earnings in years amid supply disruptions, fueling renewed criticism from former President Trump over high gasoline prices.
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CleanPeak Energy Powers Western Sydney International Airport with 100% Renewable Electricity
CleanPeak Energy will supply Western Sydney International Airport with exclusively renewable electricity through new solar projects and a large battery storage system.
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Clear Communication Key to Increasing Public Understanding of Renewable Energy Benefits
Experts say simplifying language and framing key points clearly can boost public awareness of how renewable energy improves daily life and reduces costs.
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Louisiana Fishermen Challenge Pipeline Permit Over Wetlands and Climate Impacts
A coalition of Louisiana fishermen and environmental groups filed a lawsuit claiming the state improperly approved a pipeline permit without fully assessing climate and wetland risks.
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ChargePoint Expands EV Network with Over 200 New Chargers in the Southeast
ChargePoint partners with Optimus Energy Solutions to add more than 200 public EV charging ports across southeastern US, targeting high-traffic retail and dining locations.
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China’s Gobi Desert Solar Plant Powers Through Night Using Molten Salt Storage
A 1-gigawatt solar complex in China’s Gobi Desert supplies electricity for eight hours after sunset without batteries by using molten salt thermal storage technology.