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DHL Express deploys nearly 100 new Lightning Electric delivery vans in US

Green Car Congress

Following a successful initial pilot program using nine Lightning Electric Ford Transit 350HD electric vans in the US late last year, DHL Express plans to deploy the remaining 89 electric vehicles this year in New York and California. Produced by Lightning eMotors, a designer and manufacturer of elelctric medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, the new electric vehicles are highly durable and capable of achieving 61 MPGe, compared to 13 MPG for similar gasoline-powered vans.

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Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid on track for 2021 release

Green Car Reports

The Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid is an intriguing product that ties one of Ford’s best-selling models to the future of the brand, which is best represented by the electric 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E. But it’s been slow out of the gate. The Escape PHEV was originally due to arrive for the 2020 model year and had a price as of December 2019.

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Renault Trucks to offer an electric range for each market segment from 2023

Green Car Congress

Volvo Group’s subsidiary Renault Trucks is pursuing its investment in electric mobility. From 2023, an all-electric Renault Trucks offer will be available for each segment, namely distribution, construction and long distance. To support these developments and be able to offer a complete and competitive Renault Trucks range on the market, the company is setting up an organization dedicated to electric mobility.

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2020 Porsche Taycan update boosts performance and adds features, requires dealership visit

Green Car Reports

Porsche on Tuesday revealed a comprehensive software update for the 2020 Taycan that broadens charging and navigation functionality, improves infotainment, and sets the stage for a wider range of future features to be rolled out over the air The update doesn’t profess to bring any more driving range, but it will boost performance slightly.

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

emissions global warming Norway climate change carbon dioxide youtube lighting

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Mercedes-Benz starts production of battery systems for the new EQS and expands EV expertise

Green Car Congress

Mercedes-Benz has started producing high-performance batteries for its all-electric luxury EQS at its Stuttgart-Hedelfingen plant, as part of the Untertürkheim location in Germany, ahead of the sedan’s world premiere on 15 April 2021. The EQS marks the start of a new generation of high-performance electric vehicles and will offer a range of more than 700 km (435 miles) based on WLTP, using a high-efficiency powertrain and advances in battery energy density.

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EVs won't completely solve LA air pollution issues, researchers suggest

Green Car Reports

Los Angeles' infamous smog problems made it the frontline in a successful war on tailpipe emissions, but even a full switch to electric cars may not completely eliminate air pollution in the city, a new UC Berkeley study suggests. With vehicle emissions declining, plants are emerging as the major source of particulate hydrocarbon.

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Ark Invest & Tesla 2025 Analysis

CleanTechnica EVs

Dear Ark Invest team, Thanks for taking the time to run a detailed Monte Carlo analysis of Tesla’s 2025 fortunes. It’s easy to criticize, and not so easy to do the work. I appreciate your efforts. I apologize in advance for my skepticism. On the bull case, I have my doubts, which I will detail […].

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Alcoa to supply sustainable, low-carbon aluminum for wheels on Audi e-tron GT

Green Car Congress

As part of a pilot project, Audi is procuring 20-inch wheels for the Audi e-tron GT electric car that are made from low-CO 2 emission aluminum supplied by Alcoa to RONAL GROUP, the wheel’s manufacturer. Alcoa is supplying aluminum for Audi’s pilot project from a self-developed, innovative smelting process that emits oxygen instead of carbon dioxide.

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Daymak unveils its ‘world’s fastest’ 3-wheeled 2-seater electric car, opens pre-orders

Electrek

Canadian electric vehicle manufacturer Daymak is following up on its announcement of a series of new electric vehicles with the unveiling of its first three-wheeled electric car, the Daymak Spiritus. more… The post Daymak unveils its ‘world’s fastest’ 3-wheeled 2-seater electric car, opens pre-orders appeared first on Electrek.

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Nauticol Energy & Enhance Energy plan to capture up to 1M tonnes of CO2 annually from blue methanol production and distribution

Green Car Congress

Nauticol Energy and Enhance Energy have entered into an agreement to work collaboratively for the capture and sequestration of up to one million tonnes of CO 2 each year from Nauticol’s planned $2-billion Blue Methanol facility to be built near Grande Prairie, Alberta. Utilizing Western Canadian natural gas, combined with carbon capture and sequestration, the project will produce 3 million tonnes annually of net-zero, Blue Methanol.

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

Brief

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New Tesla Model S & X Touchscreen (Video)

CleanTechnica EVs

Some video footage and screenshots of the touchscreen of new Tesla Model S and Model X vehicles have leaked out, and the new design is looking good. YouTuber “Black Tesla” walked through the new infotainment system this week. Check out that video (below) for all the fun, or scroll down for some more text highlights. […].

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Loop Energy to provide eFlow fuel-cell modules to Rheintal-Transporte for range extenders for heavy-duty electric trucks

Green Car Congress

Loop Energy and Rheintal-Transporte announced an agreement for the development and supply of heavy-duty hydrogen-fuel-cell range-extension solutions for battery-electric trucks in Europe. As a part of the agreement, Rheintal is looking to use Loop’s eFlow fuel cell modules ( earlier post ) to expand driving range capabilities of battery-electric trucks to the levels required by its fleet of long-haul cold-chain logistics vehicles.

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Taycan update, Escape PHEV arrival, I-Pace in India, emissions from trees: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

The Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid is on track to arrive this year. The Jaguar I-Pace launches in India. Earlier versions of the Porsche Taycan get a big software update. And how do trees add to air pollution? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. A software update for the 2020 Porsche Taycan brings quicker acceleration and a long list of new.

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Tesla increases price of Model 3 – its 3rd price change in just 2 months

Electrek

Tesla has increased the price of the two cheapest trims of the Model 3 – the automaker’s third price change in just two months. more… The post Tesla increases price of Model 3 – its 3rd price change in just 2 months 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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EV Freedom Bill Unshackled

EV Club of CT

Transportation Committee Vote Moves Bill to Full Chamber The Transportation Committee, by a vote of 26 to 10, moved SB 127 to the full chamber. There were several legislators who voted in favor of the. Read more.

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Tesla increases Model Y price in China after successful launch in the market

Electrek

Tesla has increased the price of the Model Y electric SUV in China last night after a successful launch in the market. more… The post Tesla increases Model Y price in China after successful launch in the market appeared first on Electrek.

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Jaguar launches I-Pace in India—at twice the price of Tesla Model 3

Green Car Reports

The Jaguar I-Pace electric SUV is launching in India, home of Jaguar's parent company, Tata Motors. India has ambitious electric-car plans, but the I-Pace may still be a tough sell there. That's because the Indian-market I-Pace will start at 10.6 million rupees, equivalent to $147,000 at current exchange rates, Bloomberg reported. That's about.

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This real-world e-bike testing reveals the truth about pedal assist electric bicycle exercise

Electrek

The idea that electric bicycles are “cheating” has long since been written off. With the massive adoption of electric bicycles under way and multiple studies confirming that electric bicycles provide nearly as much exercise as pedal bicycles , a new real-world test is now helping us get a better idea of exactly how much exercise different levels of electric pedal assist can provide. more… The post This real-world e-bike testing reveals the truth about pedal assist electric bicy

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Brands respond to Plug-in Car Grant changes with price reductions and new models

Drive EV

The UK Plug-in Car grant aims to stimulate the sales of electric cars by slicing a chunk of the price. Recently the value of the grant was reduced and the number of models eligible dramatically cut. Any car above £35,000 was no longer eligible for a £2,500 discount. The list of eligible models remains healthy , but it was hoped this would grow as car brands worked on their prices to get their model on the coveted list.

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Tesla (TSLA) starts accepting payment in Bitcoin

Electrek

Tesla has now started to officially accept Bitcoin as a payment method to purchase its vehicles after investing in the cryptocurrency just a few weeks ago. more… The post Tesla (TSLA) starts accepting payment in Bitcoin appeared first on Electrek.

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Deltaville’s Regatta Point Yachting Center Installs New SemaConnect EV Charging Stations for Boaters and Tourists

Sema Connect

The first electric car charging stations have now been installed in Virginia’s Middle Peninsula. The post Deltaville’s Regatta Point Yachting Center Installs New SemaConnect EV Charging Stations for Boaters and Tourists appeared first on Smart Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations.

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Triumph reveals more details than ever on its TE-1 electric motorcycle project

Electrek

Triumph has continued slowly clawing its way forward on the development of an electric motorcycle platform known as the TE-1. more… The post Triumph reveals more details than ever on its TE-1 electric motorcycle project appeared first on Electrek.

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E-Commerce Giant Flipkart To Increase Electric Mobility In India

Get Electric Vehicle

On a global scale, It is loud and clear that the future is electric and both developed and developing countries are embracing this and treat it as an opportunity to address their big-time problem POLLUTION. Electric mobility adaptation is the most effective and cost-effective way of getting more carbon neutral. . Corporates around the world despite their industry is on the path of becoming carbon neutral and clean.

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Tesla explains how dumb it is to buy a car with Bitcoin in its own disclosure

Electrek

Tesla now accepts Bitcoin as payment, yet in its own terms and conditions, the automaker pretty much explains why it isn’t such a hot idea to buy a Tesla with Bitcoin. more… The post Tesla explains how dumb it is to buy a car with Bitcoin in its own disclosure appeared first on Electrek.

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Visit to Cellestial E-Mobility : Electric Tractor startup

Plug In India

By Atul Gopal The PluginIndia team got an opportunity to visit a unique startup in the EV space - Cellestial E-Mobility based out of Bengaluru. We actually interviewed the founder Mr Syed last year. So this was a visit to finally meet the team and see the tractor in action. Video Interviews : Visit to Cellestial E-Mobility : Electric Tractor startup Cellestial (note the double l, as in cell) is a 3 way partnership.

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Con Edison announces electric bucket truck with Lion Electric

Electrek

US energy company Con Edison has announced the development of the country’s first fully electric bucket truck. Its partnership with manufacturers Lion Electric and Posi-Plus will deliver the zero emission utility vehicle truck next year. The bucket truck is a recognizable symbol of electric work. It is now the latest heavy-duty utility vehicle to see an electrified revamp. more… The post Con Edison announces electric bucket truck with Lion Electric appeared first on Electrek.

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EV state champion

Electric Auto Association

EAA member Rey Leon is honored for launching an EV ride sharing program for farmworkers. Rey Leon. Huron, California Mayor Rey Leon, recently recognized by the California Energy Commission as a “Clean Energy Champion ,” is determined to make his city the greenest on the map, and much of his effort has centered around electric transportation. Leon has championed many clean air causes since he moved back to his hometown of 7200 residents in 2016, including sustainable development, environmental ju

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EGEB: World’s 60 largest banks pumped $3.8 trillion into fossil fuels since 2016

Electrek

In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB): A climate group report shows fossil-fuel financing continues to rise despite Paris Agreement pledges. The world’s largest coal mining company sets its sights on solar. UnderstandSolar is a free service that links you to top-rated solar installers in your region for personalized solar estimates. Tesla now offers price matching, so it’s important to shop for the best quotes.

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Colombia February 2021

EV Sales

Dongfeng Rich-6 EV: Available in Colombia Mercedes GLC PHEV #1 in hot market EVs in Colombia are growing fast, jumping this year 52% YoY, with February signaling a record month, with 218 registrations, allowing the plugin share to grow, with the 1,3% share of last month allowing the YTD number to cross the 1% mark, now at 1,1%, being the first country south the US border to do so, which added to the hundreds of electric buses being deployed there, keeps the Colombian market at the forefront of t

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DHL Express to deploy 100 EVs produced by Lightning eMotors

Electrek

International express shipper DHL just announced plans to expand its “Green Fleet” in the US. It plans to do so with the help of EV manufacturer Lightning eMotors. After a successful pilot run of nine EV vans, DHL Express will acquire 89 more from Lightning eMotors this year. more… The post DHL Express to deploy 100 EVs produced by Lightning eMotors appeared first on Electrek.

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From Global Giants to Feisty Startups, Electric Trucks Battle for Supremacy

Cars That Think

Tesla's Cybertruck, the F-150 EV, the Hummer EV, and more: Handicapping the odds for waves of battery-powered pickups to come.

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Why e-mobility is such a hot spot for innovation right now

Electrek

Electrek spoke with Danielle J. Harris, director of mobility innovation at Elemental Excelerator, about innovative mobility industry solutions, how we can build robust electric infrastructure and encourage the mass adoption of EVs, and the importance of equity and access. Elemental Excelerator is a Honolulu and East Palo Alto, California-based cleantech startup accelerator that finds and funds mobility startups to work with corporates, community-based organizations, and cities.

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Plug In America speaks to the House Committee on Ways and Means

Plug in America

Last week, Joel Levin, Plug In America’s executive director, participated in a roundtable discussion on electric vehicles with several members of the House Committee on Ways and Means, the committee responsible for all changes to tax laws. This was an exciting first for Plug In America and shows how our efforts have raised awareness of EVs and the EV driver community on Capitol Hill over the past several years.

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Quick Charge Podcast: March 24, 2021

Electrek

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. more… The post Quick Charge Podcast: March 24, 2021 appeared first on Electrek.