Mon.Sep 04, 2023

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QUANTRON and Ballard Power Systems introduce fuel cell powered trucks ready for delivery

Green Car Congress

Ballard and Quantron AG have been developing fuel cell electric commercial vehicle platforms in a partnership since September 2021. ( Earlier post.) Now the two partners have delivered their first fuel cell electric vehicles, combining QUANTRON’s vehicle engineering expertise with Ballard’s fuel cell technology. QUANTRON QLI FCEV light truck The core of the Canadian-German partnership is the integration of Ballard’s high-performance FCmove fuel cell modules in QUANTRON vehicles.

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Rivian dual vs. quad, electric VW GTI, Sonata Hybrid and Model 3 refreshes: The Week in Reverse

Green Car Reports

Which electric trucks slated for delivery later this year confirmed an EPA range topping 400 miles? Does EV fast-charging degrade the long-term range of Teslas? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending September 3, 2023. Rivian’s Enduro motor unit, made by the company itself.

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DOE awards $875k Early Career Research Award to UMD professor; advancing alternative fuels research

Green Car Congress

University of Maryland Chemistry and Biochemistry Assistant Professor Leah Dodson received a 2023 Early Career Research Award from the US Department of Energy (DOE). The highly competitive five-year grant, awarded through the DOE’s Gas Phase Chemical Physics program, recognizes rising stars in science. The grant supports researchers who show great promise and will be instrumental in meeting big scientific challenges.

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Germany wants tax breaks for synthetic fuels, doubts EVs will win zero emissions race

The Driven EV News

Germany says race for drive train of the future is wide open, and it wants tax breaks for synthetic fuels for internal combustion engine cars. The post Germany wants tax breaks for synthetic fuels, doubts EVs will win zero emissions race appeared first on The Driven.

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Report: Japan and UK to invest jointly in critical minerals in Africa

Green Car Congress

The Nikkei reports that Japan and the UK are set to make joint investments in critical minerals in Africa and other places. The two countries will also establish a framework for discussing economic security at the ministerial level, with a focus on supply chains. The two countries reportedly aim to cooperate in developing mines and to stabilize the supply of the minerals.

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The world’s longest subsea power cable is now complete

Electrek

Testing and installation of the world’s longest onshore and subsea power cable, which connects Denmark and the UK, is complete. more… The post The world’s longest subsea power cable is now complete appeared first on Electrek.

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Volkswagen slashes ID.4 prices in China, now starting at $20,000

Electrek

In a new promotion, Volkswagen’s joint venture in China, FAW-VW, has drastically cut prices on the ID.4. The electric SUV now starts at 145,900 yuan ($20,060). more… The post Volkswagen slashes ID.4 prices in China, now starting at $20,000 appeared first on Electrek.

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Mercedes-Benz unveils Concept CLA Class at IAA; based on electric-first MMA platform

Green Car Congress

Mercedes-Benz unveiled the Concept CLA Class at IAA Mobility 2023 in Munich, Germany. This concept, designed on the forthcoming Mercedes-Benz Modular Architecture (MMA) platform, represents the company’s vision to elevate this important vehicle class, based on the long-term portfolio strategy. The Concept CLA Class is the forerunner for an entirely new all-electric segment of entry-level vehicles at Mercedes-Benz.

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A 14.3 MW offshore wind turbine was installed in just 30 hours

Electrek

Chinese wind giant Goldwind announced on social media today that it installed its 14.3 megawatt (MW) offshore wind turbine in “just 30 working hours.” more… The post A 14.3 MW offshore wind turbine was installed in just 30 hours appeared first on Electrek.

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Albemarle confirms non-binding agreement to acquire Liontown at US$4.32B

Green Car Congress

Albemarle Corporation confirmed that it will be working toward the execution of a binding agreement to acquire Australia-based battery minerals company Liontown Resources Limited ; the Revised Proposal values Liontown at A$6.6 billion or US$4.32 billion on an equity value basis. In March, Liontown Resources, an emerging battery minerals producer based in Australia, rejected an unsolicited, conditional and non-binding indicative proposal from Albemarle Corporation, in which Albemarle would acquir

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

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Tesla's Giga Berlin Train Shuttle Opens, Runs On Diesel

InsideEVs

Commuters taking the first train to the Tesla station were welcome by a DJ who played music during the ride.

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This Neural Net Maps Molecules to Aromas

Cars That Think

Sensory sciences have come a long way in explaining how some physical phenomena—a particular wavelength of light, for example, or a column of air …

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Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon is getting a smaller, cheaper electric model

Electrek

One of the most expensive Mercedes-Benz models will soon be easier to get your hands on. CEO Ola Kallenius said Sunday that Mercedes will build a smaller, cheaper, all-electric version of its iconic G-Wagon. The “baby” G-Class EV will be “fun to drive” in a compact size. more… The post Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon is getting a smaller, cheaper electric model appeared first on Electrek.

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Kenya’s President Drives Himself From State House In Electric Car To Officially Open Africa Climate Summit

CleanTechnica EVs

All the vehicles in President William Ruto’s motorcade for the summit were electric vehicles. The motorcade had electric motorcycles and electric cars.

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

Brief

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Check out the Polestar Synergy electric fantasy supercar design inspired by hammerhead sharks

Electrek

Swedish EV maker Polestar presented the Polestar Synergy electric fantasy supercar at IAA Mobility in Munich on Monday. The electric supercar combines three winning designs from Polestar’s latest competition. more… The post Check out the Polestar Synergy electric fantasy supercar design inspired by hammerhead sharks appeared first on Electrek.

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ACT swaps out diesel ride-on mowers for electric, after trial shows they’re up to the job

The Driven EV News

ACT government to use electric ride-on lawn mowers to manage the upkeep of public grassed areas in suburbs, open spaces and arterial roadways. The post ACT swaps out diesel ride-on mowers for electric, after trial shows they’re up to the job appeared first on The Driven.

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Lucid Air Midnight Dream Edition Teased Ahead Of IAA Show Debut

InsideEVs

Available only in Europe, this is actually an Air Dream Edition that sports the sinister Stealth theme.

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Tesla Cybertruck spotted towing a big trailer

Electrek

A Tesla Cybertruck prototype was spotted towing a quite large trailer – giving hope that it will be a useful work truck. more… The post Tesla Cybertruck spotted towing a big trailer 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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Norway: Plug-In Car Sales Decreased In August 2023

InsideEVs

But the market share of rechargeable cars improved to around 90 percent.

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Scania unveils “wild and crazy” solar-powered truck project

The Driven EV News

Scania is working on a solar-powered truck, but even the project’s manager admits the need for new hardware and software makes it “a little bit of a wild and crazy idea”. The post Scania unveils “wild and crazy” solar-powered truck project appeared first on The Driven.

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Tesla Increased China-Made EV Wholesale Sales In August 2023

InsideEVs

This month, all the focus is on the upgraded Model 3 (aka Highland).

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How I flew halfway around the world with an electric bike (legally)

Electrek

Have you ever tried flying with an electric bike? It’s surprisingly hard since those big lithium-ion batteries are usually not allowed in your checked luggage or in your carry-on. But that just made me even more determined to figure out a way to do it. more… The post How I flew halfway around the world with an electric bike (legally) appeared first on Electrek.

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Estimated Tesla Order Backlog Stabilized: 54,000 On August 16, 2023

InsideEVs

It suggests that Tesla is adjusting prices to stay above 50,000 units.

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IAA Mobility 2023: The all-new Renault Scenic E-Tech 100% electric

Electric Cars Report

The all-new Renault Scenic E-Tech 100% electric, set to be unveiled at the IAA Mobility 2023 Motor Show in Munich, is designed around families and their need to travel freely and safely, with an increasing awareness of sustainability. Fully electric and brimming with useful and intuitive technology, it embodies the Renault Group’s aims as a […] The post IAA Mobility 2023: The all-new Renault Scenic E-Tech 100% electric appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Renault Scenic E-Tech Electric Revealed As Family EV With Over 385 Miles Of Range

InsideEVs

It offers up to 220 horsepower from a front-mounted electric motor.

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My favorite biking gear I’ve tested this year, from locks to helmets and more

Electrek

At Electrek , we cover plenty of new electric cars and other EVs as part of an overarching goal of shifting transportation towards a more sustainable future. But it’s important to keep in mind that electric cars aren’t the only answer – sometimes a vehicle much smaller than a car is an even better tool for the job. But to use that tool to its fullest, it can help to have a few other tools along the way.

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Of Course EVs Are Appropriate For The Military!

CleanTechnica EVs

Military emissions are wreaking havoc on the atmosphere, and some US House Republicans seem content to keep it that way.

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The CUPRA DarkRebel show car debuts at IAA Mobility

Electric Cars Report

The covers are off for the CUPRA DarkRebel show car. Created from obsession, it is the maximum provocation of CUPRA design. A sports car that pushes the boundaries of design and performance, and questions the way cars will be imagined and created in the future. It’s the physical translation of the first car fully created […] The post The CUPRA DarkRebel show car debuts at IAA Mobility appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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How Much Is The German Auto Industry Under Threat?

CleanTechnica EVs

Several years ago, the German government expressed its concerns about exporting German car-building jobs to China and the attendant political and economic upheaval that would entail.

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This Is Our Best Look Yet At The Tesla Cybertruck Frunk

InsideEVs

Let’s see how it compares to the Ford F-150 Lightning and Rivian R1T.

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BYD releases owner manual for lowest cost EV in Australia, indicating deliveries are close

The Driven EV News

BYD's Dolphin electric hatchback owner's manual becomes available with first deliveries likely to be not too far behind it. The post BYD releases owner manual for lowest cost EV in Australia, indicating deliveries are close appeared first on The Driven.

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New Yamaha PWseries C2 Aims To Revolutionize Urban E-Bikes

InsideEVs

Yamaha has released its newest e-bike motor called the PWseries C2, a new system optimized for urban and commuter electric bicycles.

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How Africa is set to blow past the rest of the world on electric motorcycles

Electrek

Europe is chugging along slowly but surely in the transition from noisy, polluting combustion engine motorcycles to quiet, efficient electrics. Asia has already made impressive progress, and North America is, well, making an attempt. But Africa could be poised to leap past everyone as several countries adopt ambitious plans to put millions of electric motorcycles on the roads. more… The post How Africa is set to blow past the rest of the world on electric motorcycles appeared first on Electrek.