Wed.Jan 18, 2023

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Amogy presents retrofitted 2018 Freightliner Cascadia powered by ammonia-to-power system

Green Car Congress

Amogy Inc., a developer of ammonia power solutions, announced the successful testing of the first ammonia-powered, zero-emission semi truck. After integrating its technology into a 5 kW drone in July 2021 and 100kW John Deere tractor in May 2022, Amogy has scaled its ammonia-to-power technology to 300 kW. Following an eight-minute-long fueling, the semi truck, having 900 kWh of total stored net electric energy, was tested for several hours on the campus of Stony Brook University.

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EVs will kill off SUVs, says Citroën CEO: Tell that to Jeep?

Green Car Reports

SUVs are supplanting traditional sedans, hatchbacks, and wagons in sales, but the head of Citroën believes EVs could reverse that trend. "The world of SUVs is done," Citroën CEO Vincent Cobée said in a recent interview with Auto Express (via InsideEVs). That's a bold prediction considering that SUVs have accounted for 50% of all.

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Chevrolet introduce electrified AWD Corvette: 2024 E-Ray hybrid

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Exactly 70 years after the Corvette made its original debut at Motorama in New York City, Chevrolet returned to the city to introduce the first electrified Corvette featuring all-wheel-drive and a powerful 6.2L LT2 Small Block V-8: the 2024 E-Ray. The new E-Ray—available in removeable roof coupe and hardtop convertible models—is the only sports car pairing two separate propulsion systems to provide naturally aspirated V-8 power with electrified responsiveness powered by eAWD.

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California is blocking diesel big rigs with pre-2010 engines

Green Car Reports

California is now actively banning older diesel trucks from operating on its roads. A new rule states that any diesel vehicle weighing over 14,000 pounds with an engine built before the 2010 model year is banned from California roads effective January 1, 2023. The rule, part of a set of emissions regulations implemented by the California Air.

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

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Oregon State partnering with Daimler on fuel-cell electric Class 8 truck for SuperTruck 3

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Researchers in the Oregon State University (OSU) College of Engineering are partnering with Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) to develop a Class-8 fuel cell electric truck with a 600-mile range, a 25,000-hour cell life and a payload capacity equivalent to that of a diesel truck as part of DTNA’s SuperTruck 3 project funded by the US Department of Energy (DOE). ( Earlier post.).

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Noted Tesla investor estimates 10,000 Cybertruck deliveries in 2023

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The past year has been challenging for Tesla. Despite the company’s efforts to end 2022 on a solid note, vehicle deliveries fell short of expectations. Elon Musk’s activities on Twitter have also made him more polarizing than ever. TSLA stock took a deep dive over the year as well, ending 2022 with a 65% loss. But 2023 could be better for Tesla. The company has announced an “Investor Day” in March, which is expected to be an event announcing some of Tesla’s plans and strategies for the future.

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NIO replaces head of vehicle engineering to speed up R&D, report says

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The move by NIO is aimed at further focusing resources, speeding up vehicle development and efficiency to increase leverage for future competition, according to local media. The post NIO replaces head of vehicle engineering to speed up R&D, report says appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Leclanché reduces cobalt in NMCA cells from 20 to 5%; 20% higher energy density; water-based production

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Leclanché SA has reduced the cobalt content in NMCA as cathode material from 20% to 5% and manufacture the electrodes using an environmentally friendly water-based process. In doing so, Leclanché completely dispenses the use of the highly toxic organic solvents (NMP) that are otherwise common in the production process. Leclanché is the first company to implement the environmentally friendly process in the production of Li-ion cells.

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NIO to launch ET5 shooting brake variant in Europe in June or July, says president

CN EV Post

The shooting brake variant of the NIO ET5 will debut in Europe, where there is a large market for the model, according to Qin Lihong. The post NIO to launch ET5 shooting brake variant in Europe in June or July, says president appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Raven SR to supply sustainable aviation fuel to ANA and JAL

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Raven SR signed memoranda of understanding (MOU) to supply sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to All Nippon Airways (ANA) and to Japan Airlines (JAL) for major global routes. Each MOU provides for an initial 50,000 tons of SAF supply in the first year, 2025, with annual incremental increases to 200,000 tons for year 10. The supply will be produced by Raven SR at facilities planned for major global markets outside Japan to serve specific international routes of each airline.

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

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Tesla Cybertruck 9,000-ton Giga Press assembly ramps in Giga Texas

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In the past few weeks, images and videos from Gigafactory Texas have revealed that parts of IDRA’s 9,000-ton Giga Press for the Tesla Cybertruck were already being delivered to the facility. Recent photos of the complex now reveal that the assembly of the 9,000-ton press is progressing. Drone operator Joe Tegtmeyer recently posted some stills from a flyover he conducted on the 18th of January.

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UK publishes EV smart charging plan

Green Car Congress

The UK Government has published an Electric Vehicle Smart Charging Action Plan. The plan sets out steps being taken to seize on the significant potential of smart charging and make it the preferred method of long duration charging by 2025. Smart charging harnesses the potential of energy use data and the latest energy innovations to deliver benefits for consumers, including allowing motorists to charge electric vehicles when electricity is cheaper or cleaner; allowing consumers to power their ho

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Climate change could accelerate if dust levels stop rising

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UCLA researchers have found that global atmospheric dust has masked the full potential of greenhouse gases’ role in climate change. The post Climate change could accelerate if dust levels stop rising appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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First Proterra Powered commercial EV battery produced at new Powered 1 battery factory

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Proterra announced that the company produced the first Proterra Powered EV battery at its new Powered 1 battery manufacturing plant located in Greer, South Carolina. Proterra expects to begin deliveries to customers of Proterra Powered battery systems from the new battery factory in the first quarter of 2023. In addition, Powered 1 has started production of drivetrains and other ancillary systems incorporated into electric medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicles and equipment, such as high-volt

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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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Tesla ‘Project Highland’ Model 3 spotted on-road testing

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A Tesla Model 3 that could potentially be a part of the company’s revamped program codenamed “Project Highland” was spotted testing on roads recently. In late November, it was revealed Tesla was developing a revamped Model 3 under the codename “Project Highland.” Reports indicated that Tesla was looking to revamp several key elements of the mass market sedan, including a simplification of vehicle components, infotainment, and others.

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2024 Mazda CX-90 to offer newly developed inline-6 turbo with mild hybrid system

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On 31 January, Mazda North American Operations will reveal the 2024 Mazda CX-90, which will be offered with a new 3.3L Inline Six e-Skyactiv Turbo engine. The available 3.3-liter inline six turbo will deliver 340 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque when using the recommended premium fuel— the highest horsepower and torque from a mass production gasoline engine developed by Mazda.

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Winnebago is offering test drives of its all-electric RV prototype decked out with solar panels

Electrek

During this year’s Florida RV SuperShow in Tampa, legacy RV and motorhome manufacturer Winnebago unveiled its all-electric, operational RV prototype called the eRV2. This zero-emission RV evolved from Winnebago’s eRV prototype and is being used for test drives to gather feedback from consumers before it reaches its final production-intent design. You’ve gotta check this thing out. more… The post Winnebago is offering test drives of its all-electric RV prototype decked out with solar panels appea

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J.D. Power launches EV Index; measuring roadblocks to EV adoption, parity to gas-powered vehicles

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J.D. Power has introduced the J.D. Power EV Index, an analytics tool to track the growing EV market in the United States. Each month, the index will arrive at one number (on a 100-point scale) to make it easy to understand the progress to parity of EVs with traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. Whn the index hits 100, parity has been achieved.

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Australian company awarded $3 million grant to fast-track electric planes

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Sydney aircraft company gets $3 million grant to fast-track electric flight in regional areas. The post Australian company awarded $3 million grant to fast-track electric planes appeared first on The Driven.

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Forum Mobility and CBRE Investment Management announce $400M JV and $15M Series for electrification of port drayage fleets

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Forum Mobility, a zero-emission trucking solutions provider, announced the closure of a $15-million Series A funding round, and a new $400-million joint venture, both led by a fund sponsored by CBRE Investment Management, to provide comprehensive, zero-emission charging and vehicle solutions to drayage truck fleets and drivers. Homecoming Capital also participated in the Series A funding round and provided $100 million to the joint venture.

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EV batteries alone could satisfy short-term grid storage demand – study

Electrek

EV batteries alone could support the grid in the short term as the world transitions to renewables, according to new research published yesterday. more… The post EV batteries alone could satisfy short-term grid storage demand – study appeared first on Electrek.

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Rocket Lab assembling first reusable Neutron rocket hardware

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Rocket Lab appears to have made significant progress since revealing the state of hardware development for its next-generation Neutron rocket in a September 2022 investor update. At the time, the company shared photos of early work on prototypes of smaller Neutron structural elements, as well as progress building the giant molds that will be used to ‘lay up’ the rocket’s carbon fiber composite tanks and airframe.

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8,500 all-electric Toyota Hilux and Landcruiser models set to revolutionize the mining industry

Electrek

SEA Electric, a global leader in 100% electric commercial powertrain solutions, is leading the charge to eliminate CO2 emissions. The company announced it would convert 8,500 Toyota Hilux and Landcruiser to fully electric powerhouses to be used in the mining industry. more…. The post 8,500 all-electric Toyota Hilux and Landcruiser models set to revolutionize the mining industry appeared first on Electrek.

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Will Tesla’s Cybertruck End Big Tech Minimalism?

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As Tesla prepares to begin producing the Cybertruck later this year, some are pointing out how the electric truck’s bold, futuristic design is at odds with the minimalism of most modern tech. And like any design philosophy bringing a unique and new product to the table, the Cybertruck could potentially shift tech’s aesthetic across the […].

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Tasmania’s Incat to build world’s largest all electric ship after customer dumps LNG

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Tasmania's Incat plans to deliver the world's largest and longest fully electric ship, a 130m ferry destined for South America. The post Tasmania’s Incat to build world’s largest all electric ship after customer dumps LNG appeared first on The Driven.

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Volvo reveals its first electric minivan, but will it ever hit US roads?

Electrek

Volvo revealed it’s working on its first electric minivan during a recent media briefing. Although the vehicle is expected to launch in China this year, it’s unclear whether it will make its way to the United States. more… The post Volvo reveals its first electric minivan, but will it ever hit US roads? appeared first on Electrek.

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Wyoming Anti-EV Proposal Dies In Committee — Where It Went Wrong & What They’ll Probably Try Next

CleanTechnica EVs

Some Wyoming legislators want to send California a message. You see, they really like gas- and diesel-powered vehicles, and California’s phasing those out between now and 2035. So, to get back at California, Wyoming is trying to pass a resolution suggesting that Wyoming should do the opposite and phase out electric car sales in the […].

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EV charging at apartments could soon be a problem of the past

Electrek

Charging up your electric vehicle from the convenience of your apartment may soon be a reality. A new fund aims to provide apartment residents with designated home EV charging spaces. more…. The post EV charging at apartments could soon be a problem of the past appeared first on Electrek.

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UK Government Reveals Plan to Expand Smart Charging Infrastructure

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EV drivers in the UK are set to benefit from lower energy bills and cheaper motoring thanks to a landmark plan to unlock the potential of smart electric vehicle charging. The Electric Vehicle Smart Charging Action Plan sets out steps being taken to seize on the significant potential of smart charging and make it the […] The post UK Government Reveals Plan to Expand Smart Charging Infrastructure appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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A Mars rover scientist is about to scale carbon-oxygen batteries

Electrek

Noon Energy , which has developed “ultra-low-cost, high energy density carbon-oxygen battery technology for long-duration energy storage” for solar and wind power, today announced that it’s secured $28 million in Series A financing to commercialize its technology. more…. The post A Mars rover scientist is about to scale carbon-oxygen batteries appeared first on Electrek.

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Deutsche Bank on XPeng price cut: Fighting for volume takes priority

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By fighting for volume, XPeng's gross margins will take a hit as costs are not materially lower, Edison Yu's team said. The post Deutsche Bank on XPeng price cut: Fighting for volume takes priority appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Chevrolet Phones It In With The E-Ray, A Non-Plugin Hybrid Corvette

CleanTechnica EVs

In some ways, Chevrolet’s new Corvette E-Ray is pretty cool. “In 1953, the enthusiastic reaction to the Chevrolet Corvette concept kicked off seven decades of passion, performance and American ingenuity,” said Mark Reuss, General Motors president. “E-Ray, as the first electrified, all-wheel-drive Corvette, takes it a step further and expands the promise of what Corvette […].

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All-new 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV priced at $42,995

Electric Cars Report

Alfa Romeo today announced pricing for the all-new 2024 Tonale PHEV with a starting U.S. manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $42,995 (excluding $1,595 destination charge). “We look forward to launching the all-new Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV and competing in the premium compact sport-utility vehicle segment with the brand’s first plug-in hybrid offering,” said Larry […] The post All-new 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV priced at $42,995 appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Mad rush to purchase Ioniq 5s in biggest drop to date – most gone in 15 minutes

The Driven EV News

Updated: Would-be Ioniq 5 customers in another mad scramble for the popular Ioniq 5, even in the biggest drop yet in the Australian market. The post Mad rush to purchase Ioniq 5s in biggest drop to date – most gone in 15 minutes appeared first on The Driven.

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