Fri.Apr 09, 2021

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MAN Energy launches industry consortium to develop medium-speed, ammonia-fueled engine

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MAN Energy Solutions has begun the ‘AmmoniaMot’ project. Initiated by MAN with partners from industry and research institutes, it aims to define the steps necessary to produce a dual-fuel, medium-speed engine capable of running on diesel-fuel and ammonia. Supported by the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology (BMWi), and due to run for three years from December 2020, project partners include the University of Munich, Neptun Ship Design, WTZ and Woodward L’Orange.

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Report: Nissan planning small electric crossover below Ariya

Green Car Reports

Nissan may launch a small electric crossover slotting below the Ariya, Auto Express reported Thursday. The new model would be similar in size to the current European-market Nissan Juke (the United States got the Nissan Kicks in place of the second-generation Juke), and would use a shortened version of the Ariya's CMF-EV platform, according to the.

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First cargo vessel operating on hydrogen to debut in Paris; commercial river operations this year

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The European innovation project Flagships will deploy the world’s first commercial cargo transport vessel operating on hydrogen, plying the river Seine in Paris. Commercial operations are set to commence in 2021. The hydrogen cargo transport vessel will be owned by French inland shipowner Compagnie Fluvial de Transport (CFT), a subsidiary of the Sogestran Group.

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Smaller Nissan EV, Toyota Teammate, Polestar 2 review: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Toyota and Lexus have an assisted-driving system, but it’s being pitched very differently than Tesla Navigate on Autopilot. Nissan could be readying a compact EV next. And the Polestar 2 feels like Volvo performance for the EV age. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Nissan is reportedly planning a smaller electric crossover to slot.

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

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Everfuel signs MOU for hydrogen supply to new zero-emission ship concept

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Denmark-based Everfuel A/S has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with an undisclosed German-Norwegian shipping company for collaboration on hydrogen supply to a new zero-emission shipping solution. The two parties are exploring a cooperation whereby Everfuel will be responsible for delivery of hydrogen, including planning, installation and operation of an optimized, scalable fueling solution.

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Toyota Mirai, Lexus LS 500h to debut "partial hands-free" driver-assistance system

Green Car Reports

Toyota is launching a new driver-assist system on two electrified models, but it's taking a somewhat more conservative approach than Tesla Autopilot, and some systems from other established automakers. Toyota Teammate and Lexus Teammate will launch on the Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel-cell sedan and Lexus LS 500h luxury sedan, respectively. Both.

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Review update: 2021 Polestar 2 remixes Swedish performance for an EV reality

Green Car Reports

Otherworldly is the first impression I kept returning to in my first few hours driving the Polestar 2 electric car. I’ve owned multiple Volvos, all made before this millennium, and since then I’ve driven most of the Swedish brand’s important modern models, from sporty R, R-Design, and Polestar models to its plug-in hybrids the.

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ARPA-E announces $35M for technologies to reduce methane emissions

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ARPA-E announced up to $35 million for a new program focused on developing technologies to reduce methane emissions in the oil, gas, and coal industries: “Reducing Emissions of Methane Every Day of the Year” ( REMEDY ) ( DE-FOA-0002504 ). The REMEDY program seeks highly replicable system-level technical solutions that achieve an overall methane conversion of 99.5%, reduce net greenhouse gas emissions > 87% on a life-cycle basis, have a levelized cost of carbon less than $40/ton CO 2 e, and ad

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Tesla FSD Beta V9.0 Is Almost Ready: “Pure Vision, No Radar”

CleanTechnica EVs

Tesla’s Full Self Driving (FSD) Beta V9.0 is soon going live. Being a.0 update, that means it’s a major one. This update will switch to pure vision, and Elon Musk just shared on Twitter that it will indeed come with “massive” improvements. This update from Elon Musk came in the form of a reply […].

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Volvo Group and SSAB to collaborate on the world’s first vehicles of fossil-free steel

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Volvo Group and steel-maker SSAB have signed a collaboration agreement on research, development, serial production and commercialization of the world’s first vehicles to be made of fossil-free steel. Volvo plans already this year to start the production of concept vehicles and components from steel made by SSAB using hydrogen. Plans are for smaller-scale serial production to start during 2022 and for a gradual escalation towards mass production to follow.

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

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First videos of The Boring Company’s working LVCC Loop in action emerge

Teslarati

The Boring Company’s Las Vegas Convention Center Loop is now complete, and the first batch of videos of the low-cost underground transport system in action have been shared online. The videos, while brief, provide a glimpse at the potential of Elon Musk’s tunneling startup, which was created as a means to battle “soul-crushing” traffic aboveground. .

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DOE BETO to award $61.4M for low-carbon biofuels research to reduce transportation emissions

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The US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) announced the availability of $61.4 million for technologies that produce low-cost, low-carbon biofuels. ( DE-FOA-0002396 ) Topic areas for the “Bioenergy Technologies Office Scale-Up and Conversion” funding opportunity include high-impact biotechnology research, development, and demonstration (RD&D) to bolster the body of scientific and engineering knowledge needed to produce low-carbon biofuels at lower cost.

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Tesla’s vehicle delivery numbers from China in March are insane

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Tesla’s numbers from China last month have been reported, and they are nothing short of insane. Based on data from the China Passenger Car Association, Tesla’s local vehicle deliveries for the month of March stood at an impressive 35,478 units, comprised of 25,327 Model 3s and 10,151 Model Ys. . With such numbers , Tesla has effectively posted a 93.69% month-over-month sequential growth, considering that it sold 18,318 vehicles in February.

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Unifrax introduces new nano-structured alumina catalyst support technology for a greener catalytic conversion option: Eco-lytic

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Unifrax, a leading manufacturer of high-performance specialty materials, introduced a new, nano-structured alumina catalyst support technology for the transportation market: Eco-lytic. Housed within a vehicle’s catalytic converter, the Eco-lytic catalyst support fiber is designed to replace the existing catalytic converter or add to existing systems in order to enhance emission reduction, consume fewer precious metals and raw materials, and drive lower energy usage through vehicle weight reducti

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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 updates Model 3 interior and increases prices again

Electrek

Tesla has increased the price of Model 3 and Model Y again in the US – the automaker’s fourth price change in as many months this year. The price changes also come with a slight interior update. more… The post Tesla updates Model 3 interior and increases prices again appeared first on Electrek.

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Next Tesla Models: 2, 4, & “My Shirt”

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There’s been a lot of debate about what the more affordable model Tesla is developing should or will be named. I thought it was time to discuss this matter a little further and to reveal something. First of all, to clarify, the more affordable model is a smaller Tesla being developed in China, which may […].

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Elon Musk’s Boring Company Las Vegas Loop proves quite boring in first rides – no Autopilot yet

Electrek

Elon Musk’s Boring Company has allowed the media a first look at the Las Vegas Loop, and it proved to be, well, quite boring. more… The post Elon Musk’s Boring Company Las Vegas Loop proves quite boring in first rides – no Autopilot yet appeared first on Electrek.

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NIO Has Now Produced 100,000+ Electric Vehicles

CleanTechnica EVs

One of the hottest young electric vehicle startups, NIO, hit a notable production milestone this week. It produced its 100,000th vehicle on April 7. Ridin’ on up the production ramp, this is less than a year after the company produced its 50,000th vehicle. Actually, it’s less than 3 quarters since that milestone. The 100,000th NIO […].

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Tesla starts advertising Model 3 with 93 miles of range on its website in Canada

Electrek

Tesla is now starting to advertise the Model 3 with 93 miles of range, which aims to give buyers access to local EV incentives, on its website in Canada. Previously, this version of the Model 3 was hidden. more… The post Tesla starts advertising Model 3 with 93 miles of range on its website in Canada appeared first on Electrek.

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328,000 Estimated US Accidents A Year From Sleepy Drivers — How Many Lives Will Tesla Full Self Driving Save?

CleanTechnica EVs

Like some other automobiles, the Tesla Model 3 I drive will automatically fake rumble if I start to go out of the lane. It’s a nifty little safety feature. There are times when the car will also beep loudly at me — if it thinks I’m driving into a dangerous situation. Let’s be honest, though […].

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Exclusive: NIU announces launch details for RQi electric motorcycle; here’s the first look

Electrek

In a surprise move, it turns out that NIU is planning to release the first version of its highly anticipated RQi electric motorcycle later this year. more… The post Exclusive: NIU announces launch details for RQi electric motorcycle; here’s the first look appeared first on Electrek.

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Hyundai KONA Electric Has Longest Range Of Any Car Eligible For UK’s Plug-In Car Grant

CleanTechnica EVs

Following a trend, or at least what Vauxhall has also done, Hyundai lowered the price of its KONA EV in order to keep it qualified for the UK government’s Plug-In Car Grant (PiCG). You had long been able to get a £3000 grant (applied at the time of purchase) on an electric vehicle that cost […].

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New Scorpion X electric moped launched by Juiced Bikes with more power, speed, and range

Electrek

Juiced Bikes quietly dropped the original Scorpion electric moped from the company’s site earlier this week, replacing it today with the updated Juiced Scorpion X. more… The post New Scorpion X electric moped launched by Juiced Bikes with more power, speed, and range appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla Model 3 and Model Y go through latest round of price increases

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Tesla has rolled out its latest round of price adjustments for the Model 3 and Model Y. The adjustments affect the entire Model 3 line, as well as the Model Y Long Range Dual Motor AWD. . As per Tesla’s official website , the Model 3 Standard Range Plus has received a $500 price increase, with the vehicle now starting at $38,490 from $37,990. The Model 3 Long Range Dual Motor AWD also received a $500 price increase, with the car now starting at $47,490 from its previous $46,990. .

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EGEB: The Netherlands’ first large-scale offshore wind farm is getting a revamp

Electrek

In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB): The 15-year-old Egmond aan Zee offshore wind farm in the North Sea will be refurbished. BlackRock Real Assets has closed a $4.8 billion renewable power investment fund. 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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Ford is battling early software issues in the Mustang Mach-E

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Ford is reportedly dealing with some software issues that are affecting the charging capability of the 12-volt battery in the Mustang Mach-E. According to some owners, the issues are becoming more evident, causing them not to start when the battery problems present themselves. The problem is affecting early builds of the Mustang Mach-E. A recent report from the Verge shows that the Mach-E’s 12-volt battery is becoming defunct after its owner has charged the vehicle.

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Tesla Model Y Standard Range gets official EPA rating, but the vehicle’s fate is unknown

Electrek

Tesla Model Y Standard Range has received an official EPA rating – making it one of the most efficient cars in the world, but the vehicle’s fate is still unknown. more… The post Tesla Model Y Standard Range gets official EPA rating, but the vehicle’s fate is unknown appeared first on Electrek.

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NopeaRide Is Launching SolarHub EV Charging Stations In Kenya

CleanTechnica EVs

EkoRent Africa’s NopeaRide, Africa’s first all-electric ride-hailing taxi firm and delivery service (Nopea Xpress), has received funding from EEP Africa for piloting solar electric vehicle charging stations in Kenya. EEP Africa financing will allow EkoRent to determine the precise technology and strategy for a larger scale rollout across East Africa.

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Podcast: Electric Last Mile (ELMS), Tesla news, Mercedes-Benz EQC specs, and more

Electrek

This week on the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including a partner segment on Electric Last Mile Solutions (ELMS) where CEO James Taylor joins us 20 minutes early to discussing the company and going public via SPAC. We’ll have tons of Tesla news, Mercedes-Benz EQC specs, and more at the normal 4:00 ET time. more… The post Podcast: Electric Last Mile (ELMS), Tesla news, Mercedes-Benz EQC specs, and more appeared

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Toyota Applies Diesel-Killing Hydrogen Fuel Cell Muscle To EU Railways

CleanTechnica EVs

If all goes according to plan, a new hybrid hydrogen fuel cell locomotive will sport Toyota fuel cells and green H2, too.

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Tesla Model S vs. Model 3: Comparing sedans side by side

Electrek

Tesla’s Model S and Model 3 provide drivers with either a taste of veteran performance or refreshing innovation and value. Both combine to form the US automaker’s line of electric sedans, although they share more of their mechanical makeup with their respective assembly-line SUV partners. Below is a comprehensive breakdown comparing old and new to help you decide which sedan may be the Tesla for you. more… The post Tesla Model S vs.

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Connecticut Dealerships Are Trying To Block The New EV Freedom Bill — Sign Petition For EV Freedom

CleanTechnica EVs

Connecticut is fighting for EV freedom, and dealerships are fighting against this just as intently. The EV Club of Connecticut recently launched a new website to help spread awareness and truth about the benefits of allowing people to buy electric vehicles directly from the consumer instead of having to go through an outdated dealership model […].

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Green Deals: Jetson’s Eris Electric Scooter takes you around town this spring at low of $350, more

Electrek

Amazon is offering the Jetson Eris Electric Scooter for $349.99 shipped. Down from its $500 list price, today’s deal marks a new low that we’ve tracked at Amazon and is the best available. This scooter is great for riding around town this spring. It has a max range of 12 miles before you need to recharge and can travel at up to 14 MPH. This is fast enough to beat walking but slow enough that even younger ones will be safe if they take it out.

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Volkswagen ID.4 Beats EPA Range Estimate By 15% In Edmonds Test

CleanTechnica EVs

Edmunds has tested a Volkswagen ID.4 First Edition and found it has more range than the EPA estimate.

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