Green Car Reports
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Public charging can be an EV dealbreaker, especially for those who don't have home charging. But the global automaker Stellantis is working on quelling that reason for EV rejection with tech that can give you a full charge in less than five minutes. Starting next year, a fleet of 100 Fiat 500e electric minicars that are part of parent company.
Electrek
DECEMBER 7, 2023
One of the less obvious features of the Tesla Cybertruck is its vehicle voltage architecture. The Cybertruck is the first EV from the automaker to use a 48-Volt (48V) electrical system implementation throughout the entire vehicle, as compared to the 12V systems that are used in pretty much every other vehicle on the planet. Today, Tesla shared its 48V implementation documentation with other major automakers — including competitors like Ford. more… The post Tesla shares 48V architecture with othe
Green Car Reports
DECEMBER 7, 2023
British automaker Morgan on Wednesday unveiled a new prototype for an electric version of its classic three-wheeler. In addition to charmingly anachronistic sports cars, Morgan is known for three-wheelers, which the company originally started producing to exploit a tax loophole in its home market. Morgan has teased both three-wheeled and.
Electrek
DECEMBER 7, 2023
We have the latest scoop on VW’s new tech. After introducing V2G capabilities for its EVs, including the ID.4, Volkswagen has given Electrek new details. more… The post Details emerge on Volkswagen ID.4’s big 10kW V2G capability appeared first on Electrek.
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Green Car Reports
DECEMBER 7, 2023
The real-world range of EVs can vary a lot at highway speeds, Consumer Reports found in a recent test. The publication tested 22 EVs from multiple automakers at a constant speed of 70 mph to simulate highway-driving conditions. While some cars exceeded their EPA-rated ranges—one by more than 70 miles—nearly half fell short. A Ford.
Electrek
DECEMBER 7, 2023
After cutting prices, the Nissan Ariya is being offered with leases as low as $199 per month (find local dealers here ). At these rates, Nissan’s electric SUV could currently be one of the best-value EVs to lease. more… The post Nissan Ariya electric SUV price cuts lead to $199 per month leases appeared first on Electrek.
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Electrek
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Warnings about another wave of massive job losses at Volkswagen have been circulating for a few weeks, but now a new report says the company will cut one-fifth of its administrative staff. But it is hoping to soften the blow by offering early retirements as opposed to all-out firings, for now at least. more… The post Thousands to lose their jobs as VW slashes $11 billion in costs appeared first on Electrek.
Teslarati
DECEMBER 7, 2023
SpaceX’s Starlink internet service completed 9 months of U.S. military tests in the Arctic. Starlink’s U.S. military tests were found to be a “reliable and high-performance communications system in the Arctic, including on-the-move applications,” Brian Beal told Bloomberg News. Beal is a principal engineer at the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Integrated Capabilities Directorate.
Electrek
DECEMBER 7, 2023
The new 2024 Hyundai Kona EV is surprisingly affordable to lease in some places. It may even be cheaper to lease than the gas version or 2023 model, with its first lease prices as low as $259 per month. more… The post Hyundai’s new 2024 Kona EV gets $259/mo first lease deal appeared first on Electrek.
Teslarati
DECEMBER 7, 2023
When motoring content firm Hagerty published its video review of the Tesla Cybertruck, automotive journalist Jason Cammisa lightly noted that Tesla had sent other auto CEOs a pamphlet called “How to Design a 48-Volt Vehicle.” Cammisa seemed like he was joking in the video, so his comments were mostly taken in stride by the electric vehicle community.
Electrek
DECEMBER 7, 2023
China’s largest automaker, BYD , is raising the stakes into the end of the year as it closes in on Tesla in global EV sales. BYD introduced the Seal electric sedan in North America as a direct competitor to the Tesla Model 3. more… The post BYD launches Tesla Model 3 rival Seal electric sedan in North America appeared first on Electrek.
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 7, 2023
In October, global plugin vehicle registrations were close to beating their previous monthly sales record (1,291,000 units), which was just. [continued] The post World EV Sales Now Equal 17% Of World Auto Sales appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
DECEMBER 7, 2023
If you’re in London and looking to hail one of its legendary black taxis, there’s a good chance you’ll get an emissions-free ride. Half of London’s fleet of 15,000 black cabs are now electric vehicles. And starting next year, you can Uber one too – a huge coup for a company once banned in London and loathed by taxi drivers all the world. more… The post Half of London’s iconic black cabs are now electric, and you can Uber one too appeared first on Electrek.
Teslarati
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Tesla is appealing to the Court of Appeals in its lawsuit against the Swedish Transport Agency. Tesla Sweden is disputing all the claims from the Swedish Transport Agency and claims that it is missing 1,000 license plates for new cars expected for delivery by customers. Tesla Sweden appealed to the Court of Appeal, requesting to get license plates directly from the manufacturer.
Electrek
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Ford aims to help F-150 Lightning owners save on monthly electricity costs with a new vehicle-to-home (V2H) partnership. The “first-of-its-kind collaboration” will use the Lightning’s powerful battery with smart thermostat tech to unlock new savings. more… The post Ford to help F-150 Lightning owners save on electricity costs with new V2H partnership appeared first on Electrek.
Teslarati
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Tesla showroom opens in Connecticut Tesla-showroom-connecticut Tesla showroom opens in Connecticut, sidestepping the state’s direct sales ban. Connecticut has a firm stance against automakers selling electric vehicles directly to customers and has fought hard to keep Tesla from establishing a showroom in the state. Tesla found a loophole in the state’s laws by building a showroom on tribal land.
Electrek
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Tesla’s head of Dojo hardware has left the company, and he was possibly let go over issues with the next generation of the supercomputer, according to a source. more… The post Tesla’s head of Dojo supercomputer is out, possibly over issues with next-gen appeared first on Electrek.
Teslarati
DECEMBER 7, 2023
When Tesla China’s weekly insurance registrations were posted for the week of November 27 to December 3 , some EV watchers estimated that domestic sales of the upgraded Model 3 seemed to be at the same level as they were before. A recent video from the Shanghai South Port terminal appears to have provided a possible explanation behind the new Model 3’s estimated local sales.
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 7, 2023
More publications on hydrogen refueling of freight trucks means more questions to answer. Freight trucking researcher, Jakob Rogstadius, Swedish senior researcher. [continued] The post What About Liquid Hydrogen Or Hydrogen Pipelines For Truck Stops? Yeah, No. appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Teslarati
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Tesla’s Dojo Supercomputer project lead, Ganesh Venkataramanan, has left the automaker, dealing a potential blow to the company’s self-driving efforts as it will now scramble to work with a new leader. Bloomberg reported today that Venkataramanan has departed the company, according to people familiar with the matter, after five years with Tesla.
Electrek
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Power grid optimizer Heimdall Power paired up with weather intelligence tech company Meteomatics – and a 30% increase in power grids’ transmission capacity resulted. more… The post Weather intelligence and cutting-edge tech is boosting grid capacity by 30% appeared first on Electrek.
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 7, 2023
A recent post by the U.S. Department of Energy proves what many of us suspected all along: that free charging. [continued] The post Charging Times, Energy Use Goes Way Up When It’s Free appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Teslarati
DECEMBER 7, 2023
When the release notes of Tesla’s 2023 Holiday Update were posted online, many quickly observed that the features being rolled out in update 2023.44.25 were mostly quality-of-life improvements. This, as well as the lack of new “useful” features, resulted in several Tesla owners complaining on social media about the “lackluster” 2023 Holiday Update.
Electrek
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Electrify America is going to give 1,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of free charging to first-time owners of the new 2024 Kia EV9 three-row SUV EV. more… The post Buying a new Kia EV9? You’re going to get free charging appeared first on Electrek.
Teslarati
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Details of Tesla’s 2023 Holiday Update — or at least a notable portion of it — have been leaked online. Based on the reaction from Tesla owners on social media, it appears that Tesla’s 2023 Holiday Update has made some EV owners feel like Santa Claus gave them coal instead of toys. The anticipation for Tesla’s 2023 Holiday Update was palpable, with software tracking services such as Teslascope hinting that employees who received the update were under a nondisclosure agreement.
Electrek
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Tesla’s annual Holiday software update, which is generally a big and fun one, has leaked, and it’s a bit disappointing this year. more… The post Tesla Holiday update leaks, and it’s a bit of a weak one appeared first on Electrek.
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 7, 2023
A new flow battery aims to relieve EV fast-charging bottlenecks and free up more critical materials for EV batteries, too. The post New Flow Battery To Be Tested At 1970’s Gas Station Rehabbed For EV Charging appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
DECEMBER 7, 2023
When Ride1Up unveiled the Portola folding electric bike, it was obviously a major play to snatch the title for the leading low-cost electric bike. Now that we’ve had sufficient time in the saddle, it’s high time to see how this budget electric bike stacks up. more… The post Ride1Up Portola review: Is this the new go-to low-cost electric bike? appeared first on Electrek.
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 7, 2023
BYD continues its global expansion, and Mexico continues its arrival as a new, serious EV market. The BYD Seal is. [continued] The post BYD Seal Comes To Mexico! appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electric Cars Report
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Bentley Motors has initiated the renewal of its First Response Team fleet, with the arrival of two fully electric models to handle day-to-day activities such as medical emergencies and off site events at the Company’s UK headquarters in Crewe. The new Volkswagen ID.3 and ID. Cargo Buzz can be charged at 107 onsite charging points […] The post Bentley Introduces First Fully Electric First Response Team vehicles at its Crewe site appeared first on Electric Cars Report.
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 7, 2023
When we discuss electric cars, trucks, and SUVs, one of the first things we discuss is their official range ratings. [continued] The post Mercedes & BMW Big Overachievers On EV Range appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Teslarati
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Tesla recently shared a glimpse at two of its newest drones that have been deployed at Giga Berlin in Germany. The two robots are named after two of NASA’s most famous Mars spacecraft, and they are tasked with a job that some humans might find very tedious. As noted by Tesla in its dedicated manufacturing account on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, the two drones that have been deployed at Giga Berlin are named “Pathfinder” and “Opportunity.”
CleanTechnica EVs
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Like all EV manufacturers, General Motors Inc. (GM) is keenly aware that the ability to access charging stations is essential. [continued] The post General Motors Is Installing 500 Charging Stations With Its Partners appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Innovation News Network
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Researchers have assessed the best treatment for a patient with a cerebral haemorrhage by performing the procedure on their digital twin. The post Creating a digital twin to simulate medical treatments appeared first on Innovation News Network.
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