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NTSB Chair questions safety impact of heavy EVs

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A GMC Hummer EV weighs over 9,000 pounds, up from about 6,000 pounds. A focus on driving lighter, safer, cleaner and less can ensure a better future for everyone. Its gross vehicle weight rating is a staggering 10,550 pounds. The battery pack alone weighs over 2,900 pounds—about the weight of a Honda Civic. —Shaffer et al.

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GM and Vacuumschmelze (VAC) to build a new magnet factory in US to support EV growth

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GM and Vacuumschmelze (VAC) of Germany announced plans for VAC to build a plant in the US that will manufacture permanent magnets for the electric motors used in the GMC HUMMER EV, Cadillac LYRIQ, Chevrolet Silverado EV and more than a dozen other models using GM’s Ultium Platform. Earlier post.). Erik Eschen, CEO of VAC.

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Ford, Volkswagen, and GM Explore EV-Powered Houses

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GM produces the Chevy Volt and GMC Hummer EV and is preparing its 2023 launch of the Silverado EV.) Cleaner power—and energy sourcing—is a more pressing concern. No word yet on which EVs will take part. (GM And that’s much cheaper than a new $1,300 kit. The Ukraine war is playing havoc with energy pricing and market stability.

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Dodge Circuit EV First Drive: electric car makes grand promises on Earth Day

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

As more renewables come online, battery electrics just keep getting cleaner and greener. In California, 20% of our electricity comes from zero CO2 renewables (sun, wind, geothermal), another 20% from zero CO2 hydro, and only 20.1% But where does Hydrogen come from? Read reviews, get free pricing, and much more.

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Greenlings: Benefits of charging stations vs. battery swaps vs. home charging

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Beware of businessmen trying to make a fortune with the wish to shift to cleaner propulsion! Money-losing Chevy Volt will stay alive even if it cant "pay the rent" Tesla CEO will refund money if theres an "Armageddon scenario" Resources About Send us news tips Contact Us Advertise Corrections? Analyse their business models thoroughly!