Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2023

Europe’s growing use of animal fats to power its cars and planes is becoming increasingly unsustainable, according to a new study by Cerulogy funded by European NGO Transport & Environment (T&E). The green group calls for greater transparency so that consumers know what is going into their tanks and fueling their flights. Use of animal fat biodiesel has doubled in the past decade and is 40 times higher than it was in 2006.

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Green Car Reports

JUNE 1, 2023

Battery fire concerns have prompted a recall of nearly 6,400 Jaguar I-Pace electric SUVs from throughout the model's production run. Jaguar on Wednesday said the battery energy control module software will be updated, and battery modules will be replaced if necessary, in 6,367 vehicles from model years 2019 to 2024 free of charge, according to.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2023

According to the California Independent System Operator, battery storage capacity in the state has increased by nearly 20 times since 2019—from 250 megawatts (MW) to 5,000 MW. Today’s fleet of storage resources can capture enough electricity to power up to 5 million California homes. By 2045, capacity is projected to increase another 10 times to 52,000 MW.

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Teslarati

JUNE 1, 2023

Elon Musk did not make his appreciation of Giga Shanghai’s employees secret when he addressed them in a speech during a recent visit. A short video of Musk’s speech has been shared online. Before Tesla CEO Elon Musk wrapped up his recent China trip , he dropped by Gigafactory Shanghai. Musk and fellow Tesla executives Grace Tao and Tom Zhu appeared to arrive late at the facility, but photos shared on Chinese social media platform Weibo suggested that the factory was wide awake and bu

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2023

Honda celebrated production of the 30-millionth engine built at the company’s Anna Engine Plant in Ohio with the production of the newly refined 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder engine, which is part of the two-motor hybrid-electric system that powers Honda Accord and CR-V hybrid-electric models. The Anna plant, Honda’s largest engine plant in the world, is now preparing to retool to add production of the casings for the battery modules that will power Honda and Acura EVs made in Ohio.

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The Driven EV News

JUNE 1, 2023

Norway's average new vehicle emissions are just one tenth of Australia's as EV and hybrid sales reach a stunning 97% in May. The post Norwegian new vehicle emissions plunge as plug-in electrics hit stunning 91% market share appeared first on The Driven.

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Green Car Reports

JUNE 1, 2023

Ford on Thursday announced the start of a pilot program allowing Uber drivers in some markets to lease EVs by the week for use on the ride-hailing network. With a pilot program called Ford Drive, the automaker says that it will offer Mustang Mach-E models in San Diego, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, with the Los Angeles program starting Thursday.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2023

China Merchants Heavy Industry has ordered 2 × MAN B&W 7S60ME-LGIM (Liquid Gas Injection Methanol) engines in connection with the construction of 2 × 9,300 ceu (car equivalent units) Pure Car and Truck Carriers (PCTCs) for China Merchants Energy Shipping (CMES). The order represents a number of firsts, including the first order globally for the S60ME-LGIM variant, the first methanol-fueled engine for a PCTC, and the first Chinese-built methanol engine.

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Green Car Reports

JUNE 1, 2023

EVs may not achieve cost parity with gasoline cars until after 2030, Ford CEO Jim Farley said Wednesday. Speaking at an investor conference, Farley said that, for most automakers, EVs will remain more expensive to manufacture than internal-combustion cars until the end of the decade, reports Reuters, adding that this counters analysts' prediction.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2023

BASELABS, the specialist for sensor fusion, is now offering the acquisition of its complete software IP in the field of environment perception for automated driving in ASIL D. In contrast to the previous licensing model, buyers of the IP will be able to use the software without restrictions. The maturity of the BASELABS technologies enables their use in safety-critical applications for highly automated systems such as L4 vehicles and high-volume driver assistance applications (ADAS).

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Innovation News Network

JUNE 1, 2023

Discover how geothermal energy provides the foundation for a full and inclusive transition away from the EU’s fossil-dominated energy system. The post Geothermal energy: Unearthing Europe’s hidden gem appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2023

The growing adoption of electric cars in Europe is leading to an increase in the use of the critical metals required for components such as electric motors and electronics. With the current raw material production levels there will not be enough of these metals in future—not even if recycling increases, according to the findings of a major survey led by Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, on behalf of the European Commission.

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Teslarati

JUNE 1, 2023

Tesla in India is getting serious, yet again, after the government has reportedly discussed a roadmap report from the electric vehicle maker as negotiations for the company’s arrival in the country seem somewhat imminent. Indian government officials have already asked Tesla if it is serious about setting up a manufacturing plant in the country, it is willing to “offer import concessions on the components required for the same,” the Financial Express reported.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2023

The Government of Canada announced support for the latest cathode active materials (CAM) facility to be operational in Canada, to be built by a joint venture between General Motors (GM) and POSCO Future M in Bécancour, Québec ( earlier post ). CAM are key battery materials that consist of components such as processed nickel, lithium and other materials that make up about 40% of the cost of a battery.

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CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 1, 2023

One of my favourite reports of the month, the China EV Sales Report, was published yesterday. I always look forward to the monthly China EV Sales Reports here on CleanTechnica.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2023

Toyota will assemble an all-new, three-row, battery electric SUV at Toyota Kentucky starting in 2025. The company’s first US-assembled BEV will be powered by batteries from Toyota North Carolina. The new battery plant, which is currently under construction, will receive an additional $2.1 billion investment to support future expansion in the company’s drive toward carbon neutrality.

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The Driven EV News

JUNE 1, 2023

We look at various EV models that New Zealanders can buy, but are not available yet in Australia. The post Top EVs you can buy in New Zealand, but not in Australia appeared first on The Driven.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2023

Vitesco Technologies and onsemi announced a 10-year long-term supply agreement worth $1.9 billion (€1.75 billion) for silicon carbide (SiC) products to enable Vitesco Technologies’ ramp in electrification technologies. Vitesco Technologies, a leading international manufacturer of modern drive technologies and electrification solutions, is also providing an investment of $250 million (€230 million) to onsemi for new equipment for SiC boule growth, wafer production and epitaxy to secure access to

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CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 1, 2023

A week ago, I was contacted by a company called TESCAMP. They wondered if I would like to try out their mattress for the Model Y for free. In exchange, I agreed to write an honest review on this site.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2023

The California Energy Commission (CEC) approved a new goal to make up to 7,000 megawatts (MW) of electricity available through the smarter use of existing clean energy resources. The target represents a doubling of current levels and is enough electricity to power up to 7 million homes by 2030 without new power plants. Required by Senate Bill 846 (Dodd, 2022), the load shifting or load flexibility goal refers to a suite of efforts that offer incentives to customers to shift their electricity use

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CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 1, 2023

Tesla’s annual shareholder’s meeting left some disappointed with margins and a lack of new updates. However, some analysts recently reiterated their “Buy” rating on the company after a tour of the company’s newest US plant, notably including new details on the Cybertruck and Tesla’s next-generation platform.

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Teslarati

JUNE 1, 2023

SpaceX’s satellite internet service, known as Starlink, has won a contract from the U.S. Department of Defense to buy services for Ukraine, according to the Pentagon. Starlink has played a crucial part in aiding Ukrainian troops for a number of things , including communications with other soldiers during its ongoing conflict with Russia. Starlink has provided the country with tens of thousands of antennas and terminals while also spending tens of millions to assist the country.

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CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 1, 2023

Why I still love my Model 3 after 3.6 years and almost 100,000 miles. Looking at my Tesla app, my Tesla Model 3 odometer now reads: 99,377 miles. By the time this is published, I will probably be over 100,000 miles. I am a huge proponent of green technology, and in particular electric vehicles.

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Noodoe

JUNE 1, 2023

Worldwide smart EV charging solutions provider, Noodoe, has announced its supercharged electric fleet management solutions service. The post Noodoe Unveils Next-Generation Fleet Electrification Management appeared first on Noodoe - Smart Electric Vehicle Charging Solutions.

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Electrek

JUNE 1, 2023

Reservation holders who have been waiting patiently for Fisker Ocean deliveries to begin here in the states may see the new SUV in their driveways as early as this month… as long as they sprang for one of the top tier trims. Fisker is reporting that the Ocean Extreme SUV has been certified for US sales by the EPA and garnered a 360 mile estimated range.

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Noodoe

JUNE 1, 2023

Electric transportation is just one way for us to prove sustainability efforts. Carbon credits and their market have been around for a while, but what are they? How do they work? Why should I care? The post Carbon Credits and EV Charging appeared first on Noodoe - Smart Electric Vehicle Charging Solutions.

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Electric Cars Report

JUNE 1, 2023

Advancing its commitment to vehicle electrification and building where it sells, Toyota will assemble an all-new, three-row, battery electric SUV at Toyota Kentucky starting in 2025. The company’s first U.S.-assembled BEV will be powered by batteries from Toyota North Carolina. The new battery plant, which is currently under construction, will receive an additional $2.1 billion […] The post Toyota to assemble three-row all-electric SUV in Kentucky from 2025 appeared first on Electric Cars

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Innovation News Network

JUNE 1, 2023

Learn about the recent important discovery that could help to produce safer and more effective antimicrobial products using graphene. The post Unlocking graphene’s antimicrobial potential appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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InsideEVs

JUNE 1, 2023

When the Plaid first came to market, it was tough for people to achieve the stats Tesla touted, but there are always new ways to try.

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CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 1, 2023

Like you, we were shocked last month when the Sierra Club’s 2023 Rev Up electric car report revealed that “Some car dealerships refuse or are still not ready to sell EVs to consumers.

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Electrek

JUNE 1, 2023

Recovering demand in China’s booming EV market led to all major EV builders seeing a rise in sales over the last month. Although NIO was the exception, the EV startup began delivering its second-generation ES6 and is launching a new midsize electric tourer this month. more… The post China EV sales: BYD sets new May record while NIO slips ahead of ET5 Touring launch appeared first on Electrek.

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Electric Cars Report

JUNE 1, 2023

With production of the Rimac Nevera underway in Zagreb, Croatia, customers around the world are receiving their cars. Among them is the first UK customer, who took delivery of their Nevera in February this year from the UK’s exclusive Rimac dealer partner, H.R. Owen. The car, finished in a bespoke shade named Nemesis Green, was […] The post First UK Customer Takes Delivery Of The Rimac Nevera appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Electrek

JUNE 1, 2023

Monthly Norwegian auto sales numbers are in, showing once again how heavily dominant EVs are in the country, with one Norwegian outlet saying “ the Tesla boom will never end.” more… The post Tesla Model Y outsells 2nd place ID.4 by 4x in Norway, 97% electrified in May appeared first on Electrek.

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Green Car Reports

JUNE 1, 2023

Jaguar I-Pace EVs are overheating, and a recall appears to buy the automaker some diagnostic time. EV vs. ICE cost parity may be pushed to much later in the decade. And Toyota aims to make a three-row EV in Kentucky in 2025. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Toyota on Wednesday confirmed a three-row electric SUV for U.S. production.

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