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F-35 program finishes years-late tests needed for full production

September 29, 2023
WASHINGTON — The F-35 program has completed a long-delayed series of crucial tests, which could pave the way for a decision next year to officially move the advanced fighter jet into full-rate production. The Joint Simulation Environment tests, known as “runs for score,” were finished Sept. 21, as was the initial trial validation, F-35 Joint Program Office spokesman Russell Goemaere said in…
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Podcast: Tesla Cybertruck launch?, Tesla delivery expectations, Kia EV9 price $$$, and more

September 29, 2023
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the imminent Tesla Cybertruck launch, Tesla delivery expectations, Kia EV9 price US price, and more. This week’s podcast sponsored by Tescamp, Cooler and mattress for your Model Y The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on . As a reminder…
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Fisker (FSR) stock on the rise despite plans to raise funds, diluting investors

September 29, 2023
California-based EV startup Fisker’s (FSR) stock is trending higher Friday despite announcing plans to raise funds by offering $170 million in convertible notes. Fisker announced in a press release Friday its intentions to offer $170 million in senior convertible notes to existing institutional investors. The convertible notes are due in 2025, securing roughly $150 million in cash for the…
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US solar is booming – here's the newly released data

September 29, 2023
US solar is growing at a breakneck speed, and it hit several big milestones in July, according to newly released government data. In its latest monthly “Energy Infrastructure Update” report (with data through July 31, 2023) reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign, the Federal…
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Marco's Pizza to begin testing autonomous delivery EVs with Magna [Video]

September 29, 2023
North American restaurant chain Marco’s Pizza has announced a new agreement with Magna International to test out a number of last mile delivery methods. One of the methods includes fully-autonomous pizza delivery EVs seen in the video below. Magna International is a global automotive contract manufacturer that currently reigns as the largest in North America and the fourth largest on the…
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