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Siemens Energy to supply 1.8GW of electrolyzers to HIF Global for Texas eFuels facility

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eFuels company HIF Global ( earlier post ) and Siemens Energy reached an agreement under which Siemens Energy will supply electrolyzers to the HIF Matagorda eFuels Facility. HIF and Siemens Energy are engaged in front end engineering and design for 1.8 GW of Silyzer 300 polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) electrolyzers that will use renewable energy to separate hydrogen from water, resulting in approximately 300,000 tonnes of hydrogen per year.

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Frozen: Sorting F-150 Lightning cold-weather fact from fiction

Green Car Reports

Just before 6:30 a.m. on a February morning, my phone lit up with a notification: The Ford F-150 Lighting in my driveway had stopped charging. “That’s not good,” I said to my wife Karen, noting that the truck was plugged in and not yet fully charged. By the way, it was about 20 degrees below zero Fahrenheit. I’ll get back.

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Toyota runs GR Corolla fueled by liquid hydrogen

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On 23 February, a GR Corolla fueled by liquid hydrogen was given a Super Taikyu test run at Fuji Speedway in Oyama, Shizuoka. It marked the car’s first public appearance and the first time for a manufacturer vehicle running on liquid hydrogen to hit the racetrack. Whereas the GR Corollas competing in previous Super Taikyu events were fueled by gaseous hydrogen ( earlier post ), this official test featured a GR Corolla using liquid fuel.

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Ford recalls 18 F-150 Lightnings for battery fire concern

Green Car Reports

Ford figured out the issue that led to the battery pack catching fire on a 2023 F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck. On Friday, Ford spokesperson Emma Bergg told Green Car Reports the automaker will recall 18 2023 Ford F-150 Lightnings and replace their high-voltage battery pack. Bergg confirmed Lightning electric trucks themselves will not be.

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

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First orders for MAN G80 dual-fuel methanol engine

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Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co. and HJ Shipbuilding & Construction Co. (HJSC) have respectively ordered seven and two MAN B&W G80ME-LGIM dual-fuel engines in connection with the construction of 9 × 9,000 TEU container vessels for HMM Co., the major South Korean integrated-logistics company. The engines, which are capable of operation on green methanol and conventional fuel-oil, represent the first order for the G80 bore size; they will also feature MAN Energy Solutions’ proprietary EGR (Exhau

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Nissan seeks to cut EV costs, considers hybrid trucks

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Nissan on Wednesday revealed a new approach to developing the core components for its EV and e-Power series hybrid models—leading to what Nissan believes to be price parity with non-hybrid internal combustion models around 2026. Under the so-called X-in-1 philosophy, core components of both battery electric and e-Power powertrains (3 for EV.

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Tesla Model 3 keeps passengers safe after being smashed by fallen tree

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A Tesla Model 3 was smashed by a fallen tree during heavy storms in California last night. Both passengers are expected to be okay in yet another display of the company’s vehicles’ safety advantages. Two passengers were riding in a Tesla Model 3 Performance at Old La Honda Road and Skyline Boulevard in Portola Valley, California, located in San Mateo County.

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Purolator to invest $1B to electrify Canadian network; 3,500+ electric delivery vehicles

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Purolator, Canada’s leading integrated freight, package and logistics solutions provider, expects to invest approximately $1 billion to electrify its Canadian network over the next seven years. This includes a plan to purchase more than 3,500 fully electric last-mile delivery vehicles and the electrification of more than 60 terminals across Canada. This commitment also marks the largest network investment in Purolator’s 63-year history, with more than $100 million to be invested in 2023 alone.

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Study finds EV owners are less satisfied with dealership service

Green Car Reports

EV owners are much less satisfied with dealership service than owners of internal combustion cars, according to a new J.D. Power study. Results were based on a survey of 64,248 U.S. owners or lessees of 2020-2022 model year vehicles, asking them to rate the service at franchised dealers or equivalent aftermarket facilities. Customer satisfaction.

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ClearFlame Engine Technologies raises $30M in Series B

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ClearFlame Engine Technologies has raised $30 million in Series B funding to bring to market innovative solutions that power heavy-duty engines with clean, renewable fuels and create a viable business solution to reduce carbon and soot. ClearFlame’s solution elevates combustion temperatures in order to enable use of non-traditional fuels that fail to ignite using conventional diesel-style MCCI (mixing-controlled compression ignition) without sacrificing performance. ( Earlier post.

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

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Tesla wins license to operate Supercharger Network in Turkey

Teslarati

Tesla has won a license to operate its electric vehicle Supercharger Network in Turkey from the country’s Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EMRA). Tesla became one of 119 companies to win a license in Turkey and now has permission to operate its expansive EV charging network nationwide that will support EV drivers. “With charging stations to be installed at several locations, including parking lots, shopping centers, and gas stations by licensed operators, electric vehicle owners will be

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International Copper Association pledges to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050

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In a new roadmap launched by the International Copper Association (ICA), members have aligned on an ambition to reach net zero in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050, and work toward the same goal for Scope 3 emissions. The Copper—The Pathway to Net Zero roadmap builds on previous best practice guidelines by ICA. As copper demand is set to double by 2050, the roadmap sets out clear guidance for ICA’s members—among the largest producers of refined copper in the world—to reduce

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China Feb EV battery installations: Total volume up 36% from Jan, CATL share down slightly

CN EV Post

BYD 's share in February was essentially unchanged from January, while CALB's share grew significantly. China's power battery installed base rebounded in February compared to January, though CATL 's share declined slightly and CALB's share increased significantly. In February, China's power battery installed base was 21.9 GWh, up 60.4 percent year-on-year and up 36.0 percent from January, according to data released today by the China Automotive Battery Innovation Alliance (CABIA).

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Tesla is facing ‘criminal’ allegations regarding Gigafactory Berlin

Electrek

Tesla is facing “criminal” allegations regarding Gigafactory Berlin as environmentalists accuse the automaker of “suspected water pollution and a possible environmental crime.” more… The post Tesla is facing ‘criminal’ allegations regarding Gigafactory Berlin appeared first on Electrek.

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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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Li Auto to build charging stations at 'NIO pace', report says

CN EV Post

Li Auto is aiming to build about 300 super-fast charging stations this year, and NIO also plans to add 10,000 new charging piles this year, according to local media. LI.US | 2015.HK (Image credit: Li Auto) Li Auto (NASDAQ: LI) is starting to build out its charging infrastructure as its first all-electric model is set to be launched this year. Li Auto's infrastructure build-out will enter the "NIO pace," with the company setting a goal of building about 300 super-fast charging stations within the

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Mack Trucks Introduces the Medium-Duty Mack MD Electric

Electric Cars Report

Mack Trucks revealed its Mack MD Electric, the company’s first electric vehicle in the medium-duty segment of the trucking industry. Mack revealed the truck for the first time during an event at the National Truck Equipment Association (NTEA) 2023 Work Truck Show, March 6-9 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. The MD Electric will […] The post Mack Trucks Introduces the Medium-Duty Mack MD Electric appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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China NEV sales at 525,000 units in Feb, up 28.7% from Jan, CAAM data show

CN EV Post

In January-February, China's vehicle sales decreased by 15.2 percent year-on-year while NEV sales increased by 20.8 percent year-on-year. China saw new energy vehicle (NEV) sales of 525,000 units in February, up 55.9 percent year-on-year and up 28.7 percent from January, according to data released today by the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM).

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The Ice Cream, A Small $5000 EV, May Spark More EV Interest In The Philippines

CleanTechnica EVs

The Ice Cream, a popular small footprint electric vehicle in China, will be launched in Philippines very soon. The vehicle is available in three variants in China — hilariously called Pudding, Cone, and Sundae (you can guess which is the top variant) — for as little as $5,000.

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MG4 EV Named UK Car of the Year 2023

Electric Cars Report

In another triumph for electric vehicles, the MG4 has been crowned UK Car of the Year 2023. However, unlike 2022 when the top four cars were battery-powered, the MG’s closest competition came from internal combustion engined models at either end of the performance spectrum. The budget seven-seat Dacia Jogger was a deserved runner-up, while third […] The post MG4 EV Named UK Car of the Year 2023 appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Changan's EV brand Shenlan offers up to $6,030 discount on vehicle purchases

CN EV Post

Shenlan is currently selling only one model, the SL03, a Tesla Model 3 competitor, with 4,103 units delivered in February. (Image credit: Shenlan) Shenlan, Changan Automobile's new energy vehicle (NEV) brand, is offering consumers tens of thousands of yuan in incentives to purchase vehicles as the auto price war in China continues. Shenlan, based in the southwestern Chinese city of Chongqing, announced today that it is offering discounts of up to 42,000 yuan ($6,030) on vehicle purchases.

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Defying Russia’s assault, Ukraine completes a 114-MW wind farm

Electrek

Despite Russia’s ongoing invasion, Ukrainian energy company DTEK Group has finished the construction of the first 114 megawatts (MW) of a 500 MW wind farm. more… The post Defying Russia’s assault, Ukraine completes a 114-MW wind farm appeared first on Electrek.

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Stellantis to make fully electric vehicles at Cassino assembly plant in Italy

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The Stellantis Cassino Assembly Plant in Italy, producer of vehicles for the premium and luxury brands, Alfa Romeo and Maserati, will add production of electric vehicles, to be shared at a later date, based on the flexible, BEV-centric STLA Large platform. The announcement was made today by Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares as he visited the […] The post Stellantis to make fully electric vehicles at Cassino assembly plant in Italy appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Lion Electric (LEV) crosses 10 million miles driven with nearly 1,000 EVs on the road

Electrek

Lion Electric ( $LEV ) has officially crossed 10 million miles driven, according to the commercial EV manufacturer’s fourth-quarter earnings released Friday. The electric bus, truck, and school bus maker doubled revenue in a record quarter as its total EVs on the road approached 1,000. more… The post Lion Electric (LEV) crosses 10 million miles driven with nearly 1,000 EVs on the road appeared first on Electrek.

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When Is It The Right Time To Buy An Electric Car?

CleanTechnica EVs

Now? Or never? A whole range of answers come forth when you ask the question “When is it the right time to buy an electric car?” I recently spoke with a young man who is keen to go electric. He is currently driving an old Honda Accord and it finally broke down. Yes, he’s exulted.

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Tesla faces criminal charges in Germany related to piles driven at Giga Berlin

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Tesla is facing criminal charges in Germany after residents claim recent projects at the site could have caused water pollution, a possible environmental crime. The charges are also directed at Sascha Gehm, the First Deputy of the Oder-Spree District, as those concerned with the issues at the site believe there is “a lack of supervision and control” at the Giga Berlin site, Moz.de reports.

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Mitsubishi will be a ‘mainly BEV’ brand by 2035 with 4 EVs, including an electric pickup

Electrek

Mitsubishi is the latest Japanese automaker to accelerate its electrification strategy as demand for electric vehicles continues climbing at a record rate. The company revealed a new business plan Friday, “Challenge 2025,” that involves four new EVs, including an electric pickup truck. more… The post Mitsubishi will be a ‘mainly BEV’ brand by 2035 with 4 EVs, including an electric pickup appeared first on Electrek.

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Wiesmann presents Project Thunderball with three Limited Edition Design Concepts

Electric Cars Report

Luxury German car manufacturer Wiesmann has revealed three unique Limited Edition Design Concepts, inspired by the recently unveiled ‘Project Thunderball’. Created in partnership with studiokurbos, the creative process was led by Roheen Berry, Owner and CEO of Wiesmann, and brought to life in collaboration with the global design studio, with the ultimate purpose being to […] The post Wiesmann presents Project Thunderball with three Limited Edition Design Concepts appeared first on Electric

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Eunorau Flash unveiled as 220-mile range electric bike with a hilarious three batteries

Electrek

In the latest edition of Over The Top E-Bikes, let’s get a look at the new Eunorau Flash. This newly unveiled e-bike not only comes with three motor options but also has up to three batteries. more… The post Eunorau Flash unveiled as 220-mile range electric bike with a hilarious three batteries appeared first on Electrek.

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Neta starts construction of its first overseas plant in Thailand, with planned annual capacity of 20,000 units

CN EV Post

Neta is building the electric vehicle assembly site with Thailand's BGAC and expects it to start production by the end of January 2024. (Rendering of Neta's Thailand plant) Neta, a brand owned by Chinese electric vehicle (EV) company Hozon Auto, has started construction of its first overseas factory in Thailand, having brought its vehicles to the Southeast Asian country last year.

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So what’s the situation with EVs and solid state batteries already?

Electrek

Electrek spoke with Dr. Greg Hitz, founder and CTO at Beltsville, Maryland-based ION Storage Systems , about what solid state batteries are, why they’re considered the “unicorn” of battery technology, and why they have yet to hit the market, and how his company is working to move the needle. more… The post So what’s the situation with EVs and solid state batteries already?

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Nissan Recalls Ariya Electric Crossovers Due to a Loose Bolt

Electric Cars Report

Nissan has issued a recall for approximately 1,000 Ariya electric crossovers in the US due to a loose or even missing bolt holding the steering wheel. However, what’s interesting is that the issue wasn’t due to a manufacturing error but rather a technician screw up. In fact, the new recall seems to affect vehicles that […] The post Nissan Recalls Ariya Electric Crossovers Due to a Loose Bolt appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Does The Tesla Model 3 Belong In The “Near Luxury Car” Category?

CleanTechnica EVs

The California New Car Dealers Association recently put out its quarterly — and in this case annual — report on car sales in The Land of Milk and Honey.

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XPeng Launches New P7i Sports Sedan in China

Electric Cars Report

Chinese EV maker XPeng officially launched its new P7i sports sedan for the Chinese market, bringing to customers its most advanced technologies with significant upgrades in driver assistance, smart cockpit, performance and charging efficiency. Pricing of the new P7i starts at RMB 249,900 (about 39,900 Euro) and delivery will kick off in March for customers […] The post XPeng Launches New P7i Sports Sedan in China appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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3D Battery Imaging Reveals the Secret Real-Time Life of Lithium-Metal Cells

CleanTechnica EVs

Innovative battery researchers have cracked the code to creating real-time 3D images of the promising but temperamental lithium metal battery as it cycles. A team from Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, have succeeded in observing how the lithium metal in the cell behaves as it charges and discharges.

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