Green Car Congress

AUGUST 3, 2023

Magna announced the start of production of a first-to-market, modular eDecoupling unit to support multiple battery electric vehicle (BEV) programs for a German premium OEM. A bolt-on stand-alone solution for BEVs, Magna’s electro-magnetic eDecoupling is a robust, field-proven product technology that is integrated as a complete module. The eDecoupling is an electromechanical device that disconnects the e-motor from the driveshaft in electric vehicles when propulsion power is not needed, reducing

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 3, 2023

Subaru on Wednesday announced plans to double the number of EV models it will offer later in the decade, boosting it from four to eight. It’s part of an accelerated intent to shift to EVs and hybrids, including U.S. production, with a goal of 50% of its sales to be fully electric by 2030, up from a previous target of 40%. Subaru also appears.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 3, 2023

Zeem Solutions , an electric vehicle (EV) transportation as a service company, announced a partnership with Hertz to provide fast charging and other services for the rental company’s fleet of EVs at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Zeem’s Los Angeles charging depot, located within a mile of LAX, provides on-site charging, parking, security, scheduled maintenance, and cleaning for EV fleets including cars, vans, buses, and trucks (Class 1 through 8) at a lower cost than owning and operati

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 3, 2023

Lexus on Tuesday revealed launch timing and specs for the first-ever plug-in hybrid version of its RX mid-size crossover. The 2024 Lexus RX 450h+ will arrive at U.S. dealerships at the end of 2023 with a base price of $70,080 (including destination). That buys a Lexus-estimated, EPA-cycle 35 miles of electric range. Fuel economy, again just a.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 3, 2023

The Electrochemical Society (ECS) has named Dr John Muldoon, senior principal scientist at the Toyota Research Institute of North America (TRINA), a Fellow in its Class of 2023. Additionally, Dr. Muldoon has earned the prestigious Battery Division Technology Award for 2023, the first time in the award’s 30-year history that a representative of an automotive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) has received it.

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 3, 2023

The Lexus RX plug-in hybrid gets cost, range, and mpg details. The only way to get the new Toyota Land Cruiser is as a hybrid. And Subaru is aiming for many more EVs. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. With Subaru’s accelerated plans for EVs and hybrids announced Wednesday, it’s now looking like the most aggressive among.

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Electric Cars Report

AUGUST 3, 2023

The all-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and service provider Volta Trucks has achieved a new industry-leading rating for the Direct Vision Standard. With a volumetric score of 32.82m³, the rating for the Volta Zero is the highest ever result of any vehicle tested and 50% higher than the nearest competitor vehicle tested, at 22m³. Following nearly […] The post Volta Zero receives maximum five-star rating for Direct Vision Standard appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 3, 2023

The US Department of Energy (DOE) Vehicle Technologies Office (VTO) has selected four industry-led research and development projects for funding to address key technical challenges associated with the application of lightweight materials to improve the energy efficiency of electric vehicles (EVs). The projects will help decarbonize the transportation sector and enhance the infrastructure needed to support the growing adoption of zero-emission vehicles.

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Electrek

AUGUST 3, 2023

Fisker has been teasing us about its upcoming PEAR SUV for over a year now, and we finally got a chance to see the upcoming small SUV in the flesh today. more… The post Fisker shows its upcoming PEAR small SUV, at optimistic $30K base price appeared first on Electrek.

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 3, 2023

There has been loads of speculation about what the United Automobile Workers would be asking for during this year’s contract negotiations, with the assumption being that demands would be fairly lofty. Much of this was fueled by statements made by UAW leadership, especially those coming from President Shawn Fain. Following its massive corruption scandal, union members sought a change in management and Fain is eager to prove himself as on the side of workers.

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Electrek

AUGUST 3, 2023

Porsche’s top-selling vehicle is going electric. The Porsche Macan EV was recently spotted with minimal camouflage, giving us our closest look yet at the brand’s first electric SUV. more… The post Porsche Macan EV spotted, giving the closest look at the brand’s first electric SUV appeared first on Electrek.

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Teslarati

AUGUST 3, 2023

While Tesla has seen notable challenges breaking into India in the past, the electric vehicle maker appears to be receiving a red carpet welcome of sorts this time around. This bodes well for Tesla, and it could result in the company not competing with some of its strongest rivals in the country, at least in the near future. Tesla is the world leader in pure electric vehicles, but in China, the company has a number of strong competitors.

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Electrek

AUGUST 3, 2023

The UK’s Dogger Bank , the world’s largest offshore wind farm, is kicking off the installation of its first 13 megawatt (MW) turbines this weekend. more… The post The world’s largest offshore wind farm is getting its first turbines appeared first on Electrek.

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CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 3, 2023

Starting with Texas, Tesla (TSLA) is now expanding its wings as a retail electricity provider. The electric auto manufacturing and energy company is currently providing cost-effective electricity to its Tesla vehicle owners and Tesla Powerwall (home battery storage) customers.

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AUGUST 3, 2023

Tesla has officially acquired Germany-based wireless charging startup, Wiferion, as the automaker is expected to launch its own wireless charging platform. more… The post Tesla officially acquires wireless charging startup appeared first on Electrek.

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Electric Cars Report

AUGUST 3, 2023

Volvo Cars reported global sales of 54,165 cars in July, up 21 per cent compared with the same month last year. This was the eleventh consecutive month of growth year-over-year. In the first seven months of 2023, the company sold 395,856 cars globally, up 18 per cent compared with the same period last year. Volvo […] The post Volvo Cars Plug-in Sales Continued To Climb In July, Reaching 35% Market Share appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Electrek

AUGUST 3, 2023

Tesla appears to be about to launch the new generation of the Model 3, its cheapest electric car, which originally launched back in 2017. more… The post Tesla appears to be about to launch next-gen Model 3 appeared first on Electrek.

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CN EV Post

AUGUST 3, 2023

Huge growth is coming in grid connected batteries for grid balancing, and to help with the integration of wind and solar power. The cost of this storage is still relatively high - way higher than for batteries in cars. I would have thought a pivot to grid connected batteries would be an attractive option to increase factory capacity utilisation.

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Electrek

AUGUST 3, 2023

A record 270 (gigawatts) GW of newly installed solar capacity is expected to be achieved worldwide in 2023, according to global research firm Wood Mackenzie. more… The post A record 270 GW of solar is predicted worldwide for 2023 appeared first on Electrek.

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Electric Cars Report

AUGUST 3, 2023

The 2024 Audi SQ8 e-tron has arrived, adding an extra dose of performance to Audi’s flagship luxury electric SUV. Augmenting the sophisticated luxury and everyday usability found in the new Q8 e-tron, the SQ8 e-tron provides improved acceleration, increased handling dynamics, and elevated traction capabilities thanks to its three-motor quattro drivetrain.

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Electrek

AUGUST 3, 2023

Fisker has unveiled its next electric car, if it can survive long enough to build it, the new Ronin: an electric convertible to compete with Tesla Roadster. more… The post Fisker unveils Ronin: an electric convertible to compete with Tesla Roadster appeared first on Electrek.

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CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 3, 2023

July saw plugin EVs at 90% share of Norway’s auto market, up from 83% year on year. Full electrics continued to advance, taking almost 82% of the market and leaving all other powertrains in decline. July’s overall auto volume was 7,525 units, up some 4% YoY. The Volkswagen ID.

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Electrek

AUGUST 3, 2023

After Kia lowered lease prices this week, the automaker’s EV6 is now the same price to lease as the Hyundai IONIQ 5 electric crossover. Which EV are you going with? more… The post Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Kia EV6 are the same lease price – Which EV would you choose? appeared first on Electrek.

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 3, 2023

Styling for the upcoming Acura ZDX was hewn at the brand’s design studio in SoCal, making the annual soirée at Monterey a logical location for its unveiling. And if you’re wondering why our hero shot is so grainy, it’s because we brightened the image for ya in order to see more detail. Anyone blessed with the gift of sight will recognize key Acura design cues, including an illuminated take on its so-called Diamond Pentagon grille.

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EV Specifications

AUGUST 3, 2023

At its Product Vision Day 2023, Fisker unveiled its vision for a sustainable all-electric vehicle lineup through 2026. The Manhattan Beach-based carmaker presented four vehicles, as well as technology and sustainability visions, to an audience of investors, analysts, employees, and the media. Fisker Ronin grand-touring four-door convertible. A true five-seat GT with a carbon fiber hard-top.

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Electric Cars Report

AUGUST 3, 2023

Acura is accelerating toward its electrified future with the world debut of the all-electric 2024 ZDX on August 17, during the famed Monterey Car Week. Styled at the Acura Design Studio in Southern California, the dramatically sculpted SUV reflects many of the exterior themes previewed with the Acura Precision EV Concept, including an eye-catching illuminated […] The post All-electric Acura ZDX to debut at Monterey Car Week appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 3, 2023

After the 4th of July, I wrote an article asking for people’s insights about their road trips using an EV and charging. Your responses were part hilarity, part unexpected, but for the most part, kinda boring — it seems taking a road trip in an EV just isn’t that challenging anymore.

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Electric Cars Report

AUGUST 3, 2023

Electric vehicle maker Fisker unveiled its future vehicle lineup in Huntington Beach, CA. The Manhattan Beach-based carmaker presented four vehicles, as well as technology and sustainability visions, to an audience of investors, analysts, employees, and the media. Chairman and CEO Henrik presided over reveals of the Fisker Ocean SUV with a Force-E offroad package; the […] The post Fisker Unveils Future Vehicle Lineup at First-ever Product Vision Day appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 3, 2023

You really have to work hard to make hydrogen the right choice for aviation, and if the industry succeeds, its costs will be an order of magnitude higher, destroying most of their market.

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Electric Cars Report

AUGUST 3, 2023

Ford Motor Company has resumed production of the F-150 Lightning following a six-week shutdown to expand and retool the Rouge Electric Vehicle Center plant to triple manufacturing capacity of the award-winning electric truck. With the expansion, Ford will have ability to produce the F-150 Lightning at an annualized rate of 150,000 units by this fall. […] The post Ford Resumes Production Of The F-150 Lightning Electric Truck appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 3, 2023

Subaru Motorsports has revealed its entrant for the Open 4WD class of the American Rally Association (ARA) Championship. The vehicle is simply being called the “WRX Rally Car” and it’s a painful reminder that enthusiasts haven’t been afforded a hardcore variant of the platform. The ARA racer is effectively what the mind conjures up when trying to imagine a modern WRX STI — a model the fans expected but Subaru elected not to build.

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Electric Cars Report

AUGUST 3, 2023

Veloz, the California-based public-private partnership which tracks EV sales data and infrastructure buildout in California for over 10 years, shared the Q2 Electric Vehicle Market Report, which shows tremendous EV growth in California and nationwide. EVs composed 25.4% of California’s light-duty market share — which means that one in four new cars sold in Q2 […] The post California EV Sales Reaches 25% of All New Car Sales in Q2 2023 appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Electrek

AUGUST 3, 2023

Fisker has unveiled a new small(ish) electric truck, the Alaska, with a base price of $45,400 and 2025 availability, with reservations open now. more… The post Fisker unveils Alaska, a small electric truck for $45k, reservations open now appeared first on Electrek.

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Cars That Think

AUGUST 3, 2023

As Earth’s inhabitants suffer through what may wind up being the hottest year on record , there’s a Promethean spark of hope. Virtually unlimited fusion energy appears to be, if not right around the corner, at least within hailing distance. Last December, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory’s National Ignition Facility finally succeeded in forcing the hydrogen isotopes deuterium and tritium to undergo a self-sustained fusion reaction.

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