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Factorial Energy to open new solid-state EV battery development and manufacturing facility in Methuen, MA

Green Car Congress

Factorial Energy, a developer of solid-state battery technology for electric vehicle (EV) applications, will establish a new advanced manufacturing facility in the Boston suburb of Methuen, Mass. The new facility will produce Factorial’s new solid-state battery cell technology for EVs. The new production site was recently secured by Factorial with the support of the Massachusetts Office of Business Development and the City of Methuen’s Economic and Community Development Department.

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EV sales crack 15% of vehicle market in California, Tesla continues to dominate

Green Car Reports

California’s more aggressive deadline for phasing out new internal combustion vehicle sales, culminating in a 2035 shift to all EVs, might seem a tough target to achieve to those in some parts of the U.S. But it’s all about perspective. In the U.S. as a whole, EV sales accounted for 5.6% of the U.S. vehicle market in Q2 of.

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Allison Transmission introduces hydrogen fuel cell vehicle testing at VEET

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Allison Transmission announced the availability of hydrogen fuel cell and compressed natural gas (CNG) testing at its Vehicle Electrification + Environmental Test Center ( VEET ). As part of Allison’s goal to support the development and deployment of alternative fuel vehicles that reduce emissions, the company has completed the installation of two phases of hydrogen capabilities.

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2022 is the year of the 300-mile EV, EPA data highlights

Green Car Reports

The 300-mile EV is finally becoming a mainstream commodity, with no fewer than 14 vehicles achieving that benchmark for the 2022 model year, according to the EPA. As the United States Department of Energy points out, in model year 2016 there was a single model—the Tesla Model S—that achieved a 300-mile range. Back then a 300-mile range.

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Breakthrough Energy Ventures backs methanol fuel cell company Blue World Technologies

Green Car Congress

Blue World Technologies announced that the Bill Gates-founded Breakthrough Energy Ventures (BEV) entered as an investor in Blue World Technologies alongside Vaekstfonden (The Sovereign Investment Fund of Denmark), DEUTZ AG, and existing investors who invested back in December 2021 to complete the company’s €37-million series B round. In connection with the investment from Breakthrough Energy Ventures—partly funded by Breakthrough Energy Ventures and Breakthrough Energy Ventures-Europe (BEV

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Rivian electric trucks will automatically level with new Camp Mode feature

Green Car Reports

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe has teased another new feature for the R1T electric pickup truck and R1S electric SUV aimed at outdoor adventures. Camp Mode will prep vehicles for overnight stays in the woods by shutting off screens, conserving battery power, activating flood lights, and automatically leveling the suspension to provide a flat sleeping.

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BMW Starts Production of Fuel-Cell Systems for its iX5 Hydrogen SUV

Electric Cars Report

German luxury automaker BMW AG has started producing fuel-cell systems for its iX5 Hydrogen SUV at the company’s competence center for hydrogen in Munich, Germany. The combination of fuel cell and high-performance battery is set to enrich the company’s portfolio by adding a unique form of drive system for the premium segment. The BMW Group is playing a […] The post BMW Starts Production of Fuel-Cell Systems for its iX5 Hydrogen SUV appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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HAV Hydrogen to introduce deck-based containerized, modular H2 system for ships

Green Car Congress

HAV Hydrogen, a system integrator for marine fuel cell solutions, is set to launch a deck-based containerized hydrogen energy system for ships in order to fast-track the commercial use of hydrogen as ship fuel. The containerized H2 solution is based on the hydrogen-based energy system developed in the FreeCO2ast project, which developed a maritime hydrogen-based energy system with a liquid hydrogen tank below deck. ( Earlier post.

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E-Core Inventor Wants To Replace World’s Millions Of 50cc Engines With Electric Motors

CleanTechnica EVs

The E-Core electric powertrain is a direct swap for the 50 cc engines in millions of scooters and mopeds in the world.

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Schlumberger, Aker Solutions and Subsea 7 create JV for subsea production

Green Car Congress

Schlumberger, Aker Solutions and Subsea 7 will form a joint venture to drive innovation and efficiency in subsea production by helping customers unlock reserves and reduce cycle time. The agreement will bring together a portfolio of innovative technologies such as subsea gas compression, all-electric subsea production systems and other electrification capabilities that help customers meet their decarbonization goals.

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How serious is Norway about climate change? So much that its streetlights self-dim

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MINI launches all-electric Cooper SE Multitone Edition

Electric Cars Report

MINI has launched a brand-new limited edition for the MINI Electric; the Multitone Edition, with exclusive designs on both the exterior and interior of the car. Limited to just 200 examples in the UK, the MINI Multitone Edition symbolises the diversity within the MINI community and is offered with an edition-exclusive multitone roof design. Extending […] The post MINI launches all-electric Cooper SE Multitone Edition appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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ACU’s NEXT Lab submits application to NRC to build molten-salt research reactor

Green Car Congress

Abilene Christian University’s (ACU) Nuclear Energy eXperimental Testing (NEXT) Lab submitted an application for a construction permit for a molten-salt research reactor (MSRR) with the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). The application is the first for a new research reactor in more than 30 years and the first for an advanced university research reactor.

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Rivian Camp Mode, California at 15% EVs, 300-mile EVs: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

California commits to ban internal combustion vehicles when one brand dominates EV sales. The slate of EVs with more than 300 miles of range has grown, especially in 2022. And Rivian will help level your in-vehicle campsite. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. In its next over-the-air software update, Rivian plans to reveal a Camp Mode that.

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FREYR to supply 38 GWh of Li-ion cells to Nidec; forming JV for modules & packs

Green Car Congress

FREYR Battery and Nidec Corporation finalized an expanded 38 GWh battery cell sales agreement from 2025 – 2030. Additionally, the companies have agreed to form a downstream joint venture in which Nidec will hold a super-majority to provide integrated industrial scale ESS solutions to customers globally. Under the terms of the binding sales agreement, FREYR will supply 38 GWh of cumulative clean, next-generation battery cells to Nidec between 2025 – 2030 from FREYR’s Giga Arctic facility in Mo i

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Faurecia and Accenture partner on products and services for connected and autonomous vehicles

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IKEA Partners With Electrify America To Offer Charging In US (No Assembly Required!)

CleanTechnica EVs

A few weeks ago, I covered the story of IKEA expanding EV charging in Sweden. At that time, the company announced plans to put 1,000 charging stations in its Sweden stores (in the company’s home country). The quick EV chargers were the product of working together between Recharge and IKEA, and they represented a significant expansion […].

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ORNL to lead new EFRC focused on polymer electrolytes for energy storage

Green Car Congress

The Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory has been selected to lead an Energy Frontier Research Center (EFRC) focused on polymer electrolytes for next-generation energy storage devices such as fuel cells and solid-state electric vehicle batteries. Announced recently by US Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm, the award will provide $11.5 million over four years to the new ORNL-led EFRC for Fast and Cooperative Ion Transport in Polymer-Based Electrolytes (FaCT).

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Toyota to Invest Up to 5.6 billion in Japan/U.S. Battery Production

Electric Cars Report

Toyota Motor Corporation has decided to invest up to 730 billion yen (approximately $5.6 billion) in Japan and the United States toward supplying automotive batteries for battery electric vehicles, for which demand is growing, and aims to begin battery production between 2024 and 2026. This investment is aimed at enabling Toyota to flexibly meet the […] The post Toyota to Invest Up to 5.6 billion in Japan/U.S.

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Proposed NY E-bike Rebate Could Cut Costs in Half

CleanTechnica EVs

Electric cars get a big incentive, but parking your car altogether makes a bigger difference than going electric!

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ExxonMobil announces 6th oil discovery offshore Guyana with Ranger-1; Guyana may move from non-producer to regional powerhouse

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BYD Atto 3 servicing costs slashed and free first year offered after customer protests

The Driven EV News

Servicing costs for BYD Atto electric car slashed by nearly one quarter, and one year offered free after backlash from customers. The post BYD Atto 3 servicing costs slashed and free first year offered after customer protests appeared first on The Driven.

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The Metaverse Needs Standards, Too

Cars That Think

When Meta (formerly Facebook) announced in October 2021 that it would be developing metaverse technologies , it prompted a flurry of speculation and attendant announcements from other companies. Beyond that, it triggered an avalanche of confusion around what exactly the metaverse is supposed to be. Nearly a year later, the concrete details of the metaverse are as opaque as ever.

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UKspace double down on support for the space economy

Innovation News Network

John Hanley, the Chair of UKspace, details how the organisation is championing a space economy to support UK businesses and citizens. The post UKspace double down on support for the space economy appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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New York’s proposed e-bike rebate could slash electric bike and scooter prices by 50%

Electrek

Live in New York and want to buy an electric bike or e-scooter? A proposed e-bike incentive could cut the price in half, saving you over a thousand dollars with a purchase rebate. more…. The post New York’s proposed e-bike rebate could slash electric bike and scooter prices by 50% appeared first on Electrek.

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Tips: 4 Warning Signs to Watch for in Your Hybrid Car

Clean Fleet Report

Whether You Own a Hybrid or Are Thinking to Buy One, Check These Out. Hybrid cars are becoming more and more popular each year. Many people are making the switch to save on gas and help the environment. While hybrid cars are generally very reliable, there can be some warning signs of trouble that you should watch out for. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the most common warning signs that you should look out for in your hybrid car.

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Polestar 6 LA Concept edition build slots sell out in one week

Electric Cars Report

Polestar, the Swedish electric performance car company, has seen overwhelming response in build slot reservations for the Polestar 6 LA Concept edition that was announced on 16 August. Combined with a public debut of the electric roadster concept in North America at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering and Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance events in California, […] The post Polestar 6 LA Concept edition build slots sell out in one week appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Mahindra Electric’s Greenwashing With SUV Monstrosities | Community Reaction

Plug In India

By Abhishek & Kamlesh In this episode we will talk about Mahindra Electric’s grand return with electric SUV offerings. Is Mahindra playing the EV game just like a typical BIG ICE car manufacturer? They announce grandiose EV plans to the media but ensure that the reality plays out just like they want? ​Are you ready? Video: ​Mahindra Electric’s Greenwashing With SUV Monstrosities | Community Reaction One of the goals of ‘Electric Car Watch’ series, is to se

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LG Energy Solution and Honda to establish a JV for the production of EV batteries in the U.S.

EV Specifications

LG Energy Solution and Honda Motor today announced an agreement to establish a joint venture (JV) company to produce lithium-ion batteries in the U.S. to power Honda and Acura EV models for the North American market. With this agreement, LGES and Honda will invest a total of USD $4.4 billion and establish a new JV plant in the U.S. The plant aims to have an annual production capacity of.

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Strengthening the rare earths supply chain through innovation

Innovation News Network

The REIA has recently joined two European innovation projects as part of its mission to help strengthen the global rare earth supply chain. The post Strengthening the rare earths supply chain through innovation appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Jeep Brand 4xe Day is scheduled for September 8th

EV Specifications

The Jeep brand is accelerating toward Zero Emission Freedom and will make a series of announcements on its electrification plans during the upcoming Jeep Brand 4xe Day. The video presentation will go live on Thursday September 8th, 2022, at 8:00 a.m. EDT / 2:00 p.m. CET on the Jeep brand’s YouTube channel.

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A group of Tesla owners claims to go on hunger strike for Elon Musk’s attention, but there’s more

Electrek

A group of Tesla owners in Norway claims they are going on a hunger strike to get Elon Musk’s attention about a long series of problems they claim to have with their vehicles. However, it looks like there might be another motive. more…. The post A group of Tesla owners claims to go on hunger strike for Elon Musk’s attention, but there’s more appeared first on Electrek.

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Toyota to invest up to 730 billion yen in Japan and U.S. EV battery production

EV Specifications

Toyota has decided to invest up to 730 billion yen (approximately $5.6 billion) in Japan and the United States toward supplying automotive batteries for battery electric vehicles (BEVs), for which demand is growing, and aims to begin battery production between 2024 and 2026. This investment is aimed at enabling Toyota to flexibly meet the needs of its various customers in all countries and.

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Toyota to Invest $5.3B in US Manufacturing, $2.5B in NC

CleanTechnica EVs

Toyota is spending big bucks to get you that IRA tax credit!

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The world’s largest offshore wind farm is now fully operational

Electrek

The UK’s Hornsea 2, the world’s largest single offshore wind farm , is now fully operational. more…. The post The world’s largest offshore wind farm is now fully operational appeared first on Electrek.

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VW Golf R Nürburgring Lap Shows That EVs Have A Way To Go

CleanTechnica EVs

A couple weeks ago, I shared the story of a new variant of the Porsche Taycan setting a lap record at the famous Nürburgring. But, a recent story about a gas-powered car that isn’t known for being the most amazing sports vehicle on the road shows us that electric vehicles still have a long way […].

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