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Solar Is Becoming A Valued Global Solution To Fight Power Outages

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Hurricane Melissa wreaked havoc in many parts of Jamaica. It was a Category 5 storm, causing power outages across the island which are still ongoing two and a half weeks later. Persistent debris accumulation, damaged sanitation systems, and prolonged power and communications gaps continue to heighten the risk of water- … [continued]

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VinFast’s Residual Value Pledge: A Guarantee or a Gimmick in the Philippine EV Race?

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Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast has thrown down a significant gauntlet in the nascent Philippine EV market with the launch of its Residual Value Guarantee (RVG) Program. By promising to protect the resale value of its vehicles for up to three years, guaranteeing up to 90% of the original price, … [continued]

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Australian EV Market Blinks — October Update

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After achieving an over 15% penetration rate over the last few months, Australian plug-in vehicle sales dipped in October. Battery electric sales achieved 7.3% and PHEVs 4.7%, for a combined plug-in total of 12%. The dip appears to be mainly due to the usual early quarter slowdown in Tesla deliveries. … [continued]

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The Canta: How an ICE Micromobility Icon Kicked in Personal EV Adoption

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AMSTERDAM — On the cobblestone streets of this anciently beautiful city, between the choreographed chaos of well insulated pedestrians, clattering chains of bicycles, and the stately glide of electric trams, a peculiar vehicle weaves through the urban fabric. It’s smaller than a Smart car, quieter than a whisper, and legally … [continued]

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