Green Car Congress

JUNE 16, 2023

by Dr James Jeffs, Senior Technology Analyst at IDTechEx Computer chips have been part of cars for a long time, but no one really cares about them until they stop working or they are late to the production line, grinding manufacturing to an industry-shaking halt. However, the research within IDTechEx’s “ Semiconductors for Autonomous and Electric Vehicles 2023-2033 ” report shows that trends within the automotive industry mean consumers will soon be caring far more about what chips are in their

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Green Car Reports

JUNE 16, 2023

Some EVs don't illuminate their brake lights when using regenerative braking, Consumer Reports found in a recent test. Regenerative braking allows drivers to decelerate (and momentarily charge the battery) without using the brake pedal, which can also mean that it is inconsistent with brake lights, CR found in a test of EVs from Genesis, Hyundai.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 16, 2023

As part of final test drives, the Volkswagen brand is announcing the first details of its currently best-selling model. The third generation of the new Tiguan will be available with a newly developed active suspension control system and full-size features such as HD Matrix headlights. It is based on the new generation of the modular transverse matrix, MQB evo.

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Green Car Reports

JUNE 16, 2023

Spurred by Tesla price cuts earlier this year, the Model Y is surging once again in U.S. sales, as indicated by registration-based data out this week from Experian. According to the firm, as cited by Automotive News, registrations of the Tesla Model Y very nearly doubled (up 99%) for January through April 2023, versus the same period in 2022.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 16, 2023

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued proposed rules under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for 18 chemicals made from plastic waste-derived feedstocks that would ensure they are free from unsafe contaminants before they can be used to make transportation fuels. The proposed Significant New Use Rules (SNURs) would require notification to and review by EPA before these fuels could be made using plastic waste-derived feedstocks that contain impurities such as per- and polyfluo

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Green Car Reports

JUNE 16, 2023

Toyota is considering fake engine sounds and a manual transmission for a future electric sports car, chairman Akio Toyoda said in a recent interview with Autocar. The aim is to replicate the full experience of a gasoline car—including some of the less-fun parts. Toyoda, who recently stepped down as CEO and is the grandson of the the.

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Teslarati

JUNE 16, 2023

A recent sighting of a “Project Highland” Tesla Model 3 has provided a glimpse at the upcoming vehicle’s tail lights. Interestingly enough, it appears that the updated Model 3’s new tail lights are pretty close to renders that have been posted by EV enthusiasts online. With the production of “Project Highland” Model 3 units expected to start in the third quarter, the sightings of prototype units in the wild are becoming more frequent.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 16, 2023

In a discovery that could reduce or even eliminate the use of cobalt—which is often mined using child labor—in the batteries that power electric cars and other products, scientists at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) have developed a long-lasting alternative made with nickel. In a paper published in the journal Nature Energy , the researchers report using a complex concentrated doping strategy to eliminate cobalt in a commercial NMC-532 cathode.

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Teslarati

JUNE 16, 2023

Tesla’s camo-covered Cybertruck continues to be seen around Palo Alto, California, as rumors of imminent initial production swirl throughout. Earlier this week, we reported on a camo-covered Tesla Cybertruck being spotted in Palo Alto , hinting toward an imminent initial production phase at Gigafactory Texas, where the pickup will be manufactured.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 16, 2023

Neste has made the final investment decision to commence construction of upgrading facilities for liquefied plastic waste at its Porvoo refinery in Finland. With the investment of €111 million, Neste will build the capacity to upgrade 150,000 tons of liquefied waste plastic per year. Upgrading is one of the three processing steps turning liquefied waste plastic into high-quality feedstock for new plastics: pretreatment, upgrading and refining.

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Teslarati

JUNE 16, 2023

Tesla has announced a major milestone in the ramp of the 4680 battery cell at Giga Texas, confirming it has produced 10 million cells at the plant. Tesla has been building 4680 cells for several years after unveiling the tech behind the battery in late 2020. Initially starting production at the Kato Road facility in Northern California near the Fremont Factory, Tesla expanded 4680 manufacturing the Gigafactory Texas after vehicle production began and has been using the batteries in the All-Wheel

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 16, 2023

As automotive manufacturers pour billions of dollars into their electrification strategies and roll out new fully electric vehicles (EVs), new-vehicle buyer consideration is increasing, albeit slowly, according to the J.D. Power 2023 U.S. Electric Vehicle Consideration (EVC) Study. This year’s study reveals that 26% of shoppers say they are “very likely” to consider purchasing an EV, up from 24% a year ago, while the percentage of shoppers who say they are “overall likely” to purchase an EV incr

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Electrek

JUNE 16, 2023

Tesla has confirmed that it has now installed over 500,000 Powerwalls worldwide, and it is growing fast. more… The post Tesla has now installed over 500,000 Powerwalls appeared first on Electrek.

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Teslarati

JUNE 16, 2023

Volkswagen subsidiary PowerCo SE plans to introduce the dry coating process to its battery cell production plants in Europe and North America. Tesla pioneered the new battery manufacturing process with its 4680 cell production. “Technologies like Dry Coating showcase PowerCo’s technological prowess. We have the necessary know-how and the right experts to take cell production to a new level and offer significant cost advantages to our customers.

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Electrek

JUNE 16, 2023

Analysts are trying to estimate the value of Tesla’s Supercharger network as the NACS connector becomes the North American standard and could widen Tesla’s charging lead. One of the top Tesla analysts believes it could be worth more than $100 billion. more… The post Tesla Supercharger network could be worth $100 billion, analyst says appeared first on Electrek.

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Teslarati

JUNE 16, 2023

Tesla really seems determined to ensure that it sells as many Model 3 sedans as possible before the end of the second quarter. In China, the electric vehicle maker has launched a promotion that offers insurance subsidies for customers purchasing the all-electric sedan. With speculations that the Model 3’s “Project Highland” update is coming, EV enthusiasts have suggested that Tesla may be looking to clear out as many of its Model 3 inventory units as possible before the end of

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Electrek

JUNE 16, 2023

Tesla has filed for a patent on a new steer-by-wire system. Electrek previously reported that Tesla is building a team to bring steer-by-wire technology to its electric vehicles. more… The post Tesla patents a new steer-by-wire system appeared first on Electrek.

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Teslarati

JUNE 16, 2023

Tesla has launched a new incentive for its popular home battery solution, the Powerwall. As per Tesla’s official website, customers who install and register their Powerwall batteries from this month until the end of October are eligible to receive a $500 rebate for each Powerwall that they operate. The Powerwall is Tesla’s residential battery storage unit.

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Electrek

JUNE 16, 2023

Jeep and RAM owner Stellantis plans to release an affordable EV next year as it looks to fend off incoming competition from China. more… The post Stellantis to enter affordable EV segment with sub-$27,000 model next year appeared first on Electrek.

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CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 16, 2023

US-centric car and EV media has been consumed recently with news that Ford, then GM, and now likely Stellantis (or at least the Jeep and Chrysler brands) are going to be installing Tesla charging plugs in their vehicles instead of anything else. Mercedes-Benz is assessing it too.

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Electrek

JUNE 16, 2023

After a 40-year effort, global installed wind power capacity reached 1 terawatt (TW) this month – but 2 TW will likely be achieved in less than seven years. more… The post Global installed wind power capacity just reached 1 TW appeared first on Electrek.

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CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 16, 2023

Historically, to push more vehicle sales out at the end of the quarter, Tesla has added certain buyer incentives from time to time. This is one of those quarters, and particularly for the Tesla Model 3 in the United States.

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Electrek

JUNE 16, 2023

Tesla has issued a new voluntary recall on the Tesla Semi, in the form of a software update to ensure that the side door warning system works properly. The recall itself isn’t a big deal – it’s just a software update to change how a warning shows on screen – but what it does tell us is a little something about how Tesla Semi production is going. more… The post Tesla Semi recall suggests production is still slow appeared first on Electrek.

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Electric Cars Report

JUNE 16, 2023

Opel has taken another major step towards becoming a fully electric brand by announcing that the successor to the Opel Crossland B-SUV will also be offered with all-electric drive in 2024. This means that every model in the product portfolio of the brand with the Blitz will be available as a battery-electric variant as early […] The post Opel to Offer All-Electric Variant of Every Model in 2024 appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Electrek

JUNE 16, 2023

Illinois-based startup Eco-dynamic Tech has debuted a lightweight rollout solar awning for RVs that can generate up to 8,000 Wh per day. more… The post This artsy 1,000 W rollout solar awning can power your RV appeared first on Electrek.

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CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 16, 2023

As Q2 draws to a close, Tesla is upping the discounts and incentives on select cars, particularly in-stock inventory models available in local Tesla stores. Zach already pointed out the 3 months of free Supercharging on Model 3 purchases, and I wrote about discounts of $2,410 to $3,190 on inventory Model 3 cars.

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Electrek

JUNE 16, 2023

EV startup Rivian (RIVN) is gearing up to accelerate production of its first electric SUV, the Rivian R1S , with robust demand going into next year. more… The post Rivian is prioritizing R1S production with robust demand into 2024 appeared first on Electrek.

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Electric Cars Report

JUNE 16, 2023

The global logistics company Maersk announced a new initiative to reduce GHG emissions in hinterland container transports by purchasing 25 state-of-the-art Volvo FH electric trucks in Germany. This strategic investment highlights the company’s commitment to decarbonizing global logistics and to becoming a net-zero company by 2040 across all business areas and all modes of transport. […] The post Maersk is expanding its electric fleet 25 Volvo FH electric trucks appeared first on Elec

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Electrek

JUNE 16, 2023

The Volkswagen Group hit a milestone after revealing 1 million electric vehicles have been produced on its MEB electric car platform. more… The post Volkswagen Group hits 1 million mark in MEB-based EV production milestone appeared first on Electrek.

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Electric Cars Report

JUNE 16, 2023

NIO has launched its EL6 SUV in Europe. The smart electric all-round SUV promises users in Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden, Denmark and Norway an experience beyond their expectations. The EL6 adopts NIO’s pure, sophisticated, and progressive design language while showcasing its “Design for AD” philosophy, which sees the brand’s watchtower sensor layout seamlessly blending with […] The post NIO EL6 All-Electric SUV Launched In Europe appeared first on Electric Cars Report

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Green Car Reports

JUNE 16, 2023

Toyota is looking to add more than engine sounds to its electric sports car. The Tesla Model Y outsold all but the F-150. And why aren’t EV brake lights more consistent under brake regen? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Full-size pickups aside, the Tesla Model Y topped the sales charts in the U.S. for the earlier part of this year.

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Electrek

JUNE 16, 2023

To accelerate domestic battery output and establish a reliable supply chain, Japan is awarding nearly 120 billion yen ($847 million) to fuel Toyota ’s newly revealed EV battery tech strategy. more… The post Toyota secures $850M from Japan to fuel EV battery tech plans appeared first on Electrek.

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CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 16, 2023

Astypalea, an island in the Agean Sea, is electrifying. Almost 100% of new car sales are now electric car sales. Additionally, 25% of the islanders now use the electric ridesharing service ASTYBUS, which allows them to rent electric cars, electric scooters, and electric bikes.

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Electrek

JUNE 16, 2023

Italian premium EV startup AEHRA continues to garner a demand for attention with its latest model reveal – The Sedan. Bold choice to choose not to name your EV models, but AEHRA has some confidence going into today’s reveal, showcasing a new model designed by former leads at Lamborghini and Ferrari. After seeing a full glimpse of The Sedan, we are starting to take notice ourselves. more… The post AEHRA unveils SLEEK all-electric, four door GT simply called ‘The Sedan,’ targeting 500

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