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Sodium batteries from Michigan to challenge lithium’s grip – ET Auto

Baua Electric

Natron’s facility in Holland, Michigan, is funded in part by a nearly USD 20 million federal grant. Their main raw input — sodium — is abundant and cheap. the largest oil and gas drilling company in the US, sees Natron batteries as a way to cut emissions by making their rigs more efficient. and Amazon.com Inc.,

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Ford Slashing F-150 Lightning Production and Laying Off Most of the People Building It

The Truth About Cars

After facing significant challenges ramping up production and meeting customer demand for the F-150 Lightning, Ford recently announced layoffs that will drastically cut volume at its electric vehicle factory in Michigan. Even with tax credits for some models, many EVs are significantly more expensive than their gas-powered counterparts.

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Down the road with EV News

Electric Auto Association

EV costs Cheap cars It won’t be long before high cost will no longer be a valid reason for avoiding EVs. Porsche ICE equity In 2024, the company’s sales of EVs may very well surpass its gas-engined vehicle sales. EV wireless road technology Drive and charge Michigan is testing roads embedded with wireless charging. Mercedes EV.

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Average New-Car Fuel Economy Falls As SUV Sales Rise, Gas Stays Cheap

Green Car Reports

mpg, according to the University of Michigan. Average new-car fuel economy continues to hover around 25 mpg, according to recent analysis. The sales-weighted average window sticker fuel economy for new cars in September was 25.2

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2023 Toyota Prius Limited Review – Finally a Worthy Choice

The Truth About Cars

But it was based in one truth – the Prius might save you a lot of gas but man it was no fun to drive. It was all about passing up gas pumps. The cacophony is livable for a while, but after driving across Michigan I felt like I’d just left a concert. That stereotype was often unfair and inaccurate.

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Perspective: Regional Greenhouse Gas Cap-and-Trade Programs May be the Solution

Green Car Congress

They are looking at cutting the nation’s greenhouse gas output by targeting, in separate ways, three major sources of emissions: electric utilities, transportation and industry. states are already actively participating in the design and implementation of three regional cap-and-trade programs to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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Why Are Modern Vehicles So Much Bigger?

The Truth About Cars

In the 1960s, Americans were enjoying cheap gasoline and everyday automobiles boasting some of the largest engines ever manufactured. Today’s CAFE standards are supposed to address fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. But that doesn’t mean it hasn’t been taking place over the last few decades.