Fri.Feb 10, 2023

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Sun-To-X: Using solar energy to produce a carbon-free liquid fuel

Innovation News Network

The Sun-To-X project uses solar energy to produce a carbon-free, energy-dense, liquid fuel for use in transport and energy storage. The post Sun-To-X: Using solar energy to produce a carbon-free liquid fuel appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Hyundai announces Evolve+ EV subscription program

Green Car Congress

Hyundai Motor America, in partnership with Hyundai Capital America, announced its new Evolve+ electric vehicle subscription service at the 2023 Chicago Auto Show. This new service provides flexibility and affordability to the consumer who wants to drive Hyundai’s newest electric vehicles without committing to a purchase or longer-term lease. Evolve+ is a month-to-month subscription service that covers 1,000 miles per month (additional mileage charges accrue for overage), insurance, maintenance,

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Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid PHEV is at the end of its extension cord

Green Car Reports

The Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid plug-in hybrid has reached the end of its charging cord. Subaru confirmed to Green Car Reports that there is no plan for a Crosstrek Hybrid in its new generation, which made its debut Thursday at the 2023 Chicago Auto Show. The Crosstrek Hybrid launched for the 2014 model year as Subaru's first hybrid, then became a.

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Hyundai launches Bluelink+ connected car service program

Green Car Congress

Hyundai Motor America launched a connected car services program called Bluelink+, which eliminates nearly all subscription fees for new owners. All services included in the previous Bluelink Connected Care, Remote and Guidance subscription packages are now offered complimentary on a non-trial basis for new buyers with Bluelink+ (4G LTE network and technology dependent).

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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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VW is considering a plug-in hybrid pickup truck for America

Green Car Reports

Volkswagen is considering a pickup truck for the U.S. market that would likely be a plug-in hybrid, the brand's North American boss said Tuesday in an interview with Motor Authority. President and CEO of VW Group of America Pablo di Si said the possible pickup could have a hybrid of plug-in hybrid powertrain, but that it would definitely be one or.

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Mercedes-Maybach launches its first plug-in hybrid model, initially in China

Green Car Congress

Mercedes‑Maybach has launched its first plug-in hybrid: the Mercedes‑Maybach S 580. With an electric range of up to 100 kilometers (WLTP) depending on the vehicle’s configuration and an electric-drive output of 110 kW/150 hp, the luxury sedan can travel locally CO₂ emission-free, both in the city and on interurban journeys. The Mercedes‑Maybach S 580 e is initially available in China, followed by Thailand, Europe and other countries.

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WiTricity wirelessly charges YuTong autonomous e-buses

Green Car Congress

WiTricity is collaborating with YuTong Bus, the number one bus brand in China, to provide wireless charging for YuTong’s autonomous e-buses. This marks the first commercial application of wireless charging for an autonomous electric e-bus, with WiTricity providing a key feature in one of the most advanced public transportation systems in the world. The commercial deployment of wireless charging in YuTong’s e-buses will debut in Zhengzhou, China, on the Xiaoyu 2.0 autonomous minibus.

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Hyundai EV subscription, electrified VW truck, Subaru Crosstrek unplugs: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

A pickup truck is back on the table at VW, but it’s not fully electric. Ram teases its electric truck coming to dealerships next year. The Subaru Crosstrek no longer has a plug-in option. And EVs by the month return to Hyundai. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Hyundai will soon, once again, offer electric vehicles via a monthly.

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Liquid Wind submits environmental permit application for second large-scale electrofuels plant

Green Car Congress

Liquid Wind ( earlier post ) is applying for an environmental permit for its second commercial-scale green electrofuel facility—FlagshipTWO—in Sundsvall, about 380 km north of Stockholm. The construction is planned to start in 2024 and the facility will be operational in the beginning of 2026. Planned production capacity is 130,000 tons of green e-fuel/year.

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Ram 1500 REV confirmed as the name of brand’s first electric pickup

Electric Cars Report

Ram Truck brand confirmed that its first all-electric pickup truck will be known as the Ram 1500 REV. The announcement of the all-new Ram 1500 REV as the name of the brand’s first electric pickup truck marks the latest step in Ram’s electrification journey to bring the industry’s best electrified options to market. “At Ram, […] The post Ram 1500 REV confirmed as the name of brand’s first electric pickup appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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

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CoBank report finds that troubled US grid may need to use EVs for grid balancing

Green Car Congress

Since its inception, the US electric grid has mostly operated smoothly as one synchronous machine with a one-directional flow of electricity to meet the nation’s predictable power needs. However, as older centralized thermal resources are being replaced with more variable renewables and long-distance delivery systems are showing their age, that synchronicity appears to be declining.

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Subaru recalling 1,182 model year 2023 Solterra electric crossovers

Electric Cars Report

Subaru of America announced a safety recall on select 2023 Subaru Solterra vehicles. The issue affects 1,182 model year (MY) 2023 Subaru Solterras. These vehicles were the subject of an earlier recall requiring the replacement of original hub bolts. Subaru identified an issue with vehicles repaired at two port locations by one particular team of […] The post Subaru recalling 1,182 model year 2023 Solterra electric crossovers appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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GM and GlobalFoundries in long-term direct supply agreement for US production of semiconductor chips

Green Car Congress

General Motors (GM) and GlobalFoundries (GF) have entered a strategic, long-term agreement establishing a dedicated capacity corridor exclusively for GM’s chip supply. Through this first-of-its-kind agreement, GF will manufacture for GM’s key chip suppliers at GF’s advanced semiconductor facility in upstate New York bringing a critical process to the US.

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E.ON Drive to electrify VinFast’s European retail and service network with charging infrastructure

Electric Cars Report

VinFast, Vietnam’s first global manufacturer of battery-powered electric vehicles and E.ON Drive, the eMobility specialist of one of Europe’s leading utility companies, announced their cooperation to equip VinFast locations with a charging infrastructure in Germany, France, and the Netherlands. Under the agreement, both companies will work hand in hand on the rollout of internal charging […] The post E.ON Drive to electrify VinFast’s European retail and service network with cha

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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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CleanTechnica EVs

Electric school buses are quickly growing in volume in the USA, and are being supported by funding from Joe Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA). They are a logical avenue for cleantech investment, not only cutting global warming pollution but also cutting pollution that gives children asthma, cancer, and more.

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Norwegian Wattif EV sets foundation to influence UK EV charging network

Electric Cars Report

Having recently installed its first UK charging points and secured a €50m investment, Norwegian EV charging infrastructure start-up Wattif EV has set out its plans to play a leading role in the UK network for destination chargers by 2030. In establishing destination charge points where people park, rather than forcing EV drivers to park where […] The post Norwegian Wattif EV sets foundation to influence UK EV charging network appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Electric Cars Sales Report – January 2023

Electric Vehicles India

We saw most of the ev penetration in India by electric two-wheelers. But now, it’s time for electric four-wheelers. With the launch of electric cars by tata motors in various segments and in various price segments, the Ev car market is seeing a major incline in the sales graph. As we all know most of the market share is occupied by tata passenger vehicles pvt.

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Tesla’s Elon Musk expected to become the world’s richest person again

Teslarati

Tesla CEO Elon Musk appears to be well on his way toward recapturing the title of the world’s wealthiest person by net worth. Musk’s net worth has seen a steep rise amidst TSLA stock’s recent rally over the past month. A look at the Bloomberg Billionaires Index shows that Elon Musk’s net worth is now listed at $186 billion, just $3 billion shy of the world’s richest person, Bernard Arnault, whose net worth is currently listed at $189 billion.

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First electric concrete mixer truck unveiled by Volvo Trucks paves way for sustainable construction

Electrek

Who says EVs can’t haul? Volvo Trucks delivered the first fully electric heavy-duty concrete mixer truck to CEMEX this week, paving the way toward sustainable construction. more… The post First electric concrete mixer truck unveiled by Volvo Trucks paves way for sustainable construction appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla Cybertruck sightings continue as production nears

Teslarati

Tesla Cybertruck sightings continue as the vehicle heads for initial production later this Summer. In its most recent spotting, the all-electric pickup is looking more compact than ever and is sporting a massive windshield wiper. The Cybertruck’s most recent sighting was spotted by a member of the vehicle’s fan group on Facebook and shared on Twitter.

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Tesla is about to expand its insurance business internationally

Electrek

Tesla is preparing to expand its insurance business internationally – starting with insurance products in the United Kingdom. more… The post Tesla is about to expand its insurance business internationally appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla beefs up ‘Hardcore’ Legal team with new General Counsel hire

Teslarati

Tesla has beefed up its “hardcore” legal team with a new General Counsel hire in Brandon Ehrhart, who spent over two decades with Dish Network. Ehrhart said on LinkedIn one week ago that he was assuming a new position as General Counsel and a Corporate Secretary for Tesla at its headquarters in Austin, Texas. According to his page, he started the position in January.

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This giant floating multi-turbine offshore wind pilot just got more money

Electrek

Wind turbines usually consist of one turbine with a set of blades, but Norway’s Wind Catching Systems thinks its floating multi-turbine offshore wind technology will make clean energy more efficiently. more… The post This giant floating multi-turbine offshore wind pilot just got more money appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla Semi Megacharger operation expands for PepsiCo.

Teslarati

Tesla Semi Megacharging will expand for PepsiCo. at its Fresno, California, bottling and distribution center. Permits show PepsiCo. is planning to add eight Tesla Semi Megachargers at the facility to support the company’s use of the automaker’s all-electric Class 8 truck. PepsiCo is doubling down on the Tesla Semi with their largest Megacharger yet!!!

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Surprise! Electric cars are already making California healthier

Electrek

From the “duh” department, California is already becoming more healthy because of electric car penetration, which has resulted in cleaner air in areas where electric cars are more prevalent, according to a new study. more… The post Surprise! Electric cars are already making California healthier appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla’s road to U.S.-funded EV charging means giving up its biggest advantage

Teslarati

Tesla’s road to $7.5 billion in government subsidies that would help it expand electric vehicle charging means giving up its biggest strength: an exclusive charging network for its owners. Tesla will have to expand its charging infrastructure to include the Combined Charging System, or CCS, connectors, which are utilized by other automotive manufacturers.

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EV Or UFO, Charging Is About To Get 3X Easier In Roswell, NM

CleanTechnica EVs

Last week, I saw on the Electrify America and Plugshare apps that a new charging station would soon be built in Roswell, NM. I was already going to be out that way, so I decided to check it out. What I found was a mixture of disappointment and something that was surprisingly good.

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Tesla hires new general counsel – a position it has a hard time filling

Electrek

Tesla has hired a new general counsel, a position that has been historically superhard to fill for the automaker. more… The post Tesla hires new general counsel – a position it has a hard time filling appeared first on Electrek.

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Oil Industry To Crash & Burn By Early 2030s

CleanTechnica EVs

Crash and burn. That is the conclusion of the researchers at UK’s Rethink Energy. This article draws its main points from their recent report, “Russia’s war wakes sleeping renewables giants of post 2030 power,” with comments from me interspersed in between.

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Ford and Rivian go their separate ways after filing shows massive stock sale in 2022

Electrek

The once-promising strategic partnership between Ford and Rivian is “nearly complete” after a new SEC filing shows Ford trimmed its stake to just 10.5 million shares in 2022. more… The post Ford and Rivian go their separate ways after filing shows massive stock sale in 2022 appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla Powerwall owner earns $574 by participating in California’s VPP program

Teslarati

When Elon Musk posted his Master Plan, Part Deux back in 2016, he highlighted that solar solutions like the Solar Roof and Powerwall could smoothly integrate energy generation and storage. Over the years, Musk has also noted that solar panels are essentially “money printers” if homeowners are able to sell their energy back to the grid. With a Virtual Power Plant , such a scenario is definitely possible.

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Tesla raises Model Y price in China after price cut resulted in order boom

Electrek

Tesla is slightly raising the price of the base Model Y in China after an important price cut last month resulted in a significant increase in orders. more… The post Tesla raises Model Y price in China after price cut resulted in order boom appeared first on Electrek.

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Solutions Africa Introduces Electric Tuk-Tuks In Kenya

CleanTechnica EVs

The electric 2-wheeler market in Kenya has been getting a lot of attention. There are over 15 startups in the sector that are at different stages in their development. After several years of pilot programs, a lot of them are now ramping up their operations.

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Optimising electric vehicle propulsion system efficiency and sustainability

Innovation News Network

Discover how Drive System Design identifies the electrified propulsion systems that best meet its customers’ goals via a system-led approach. The post Optimising electric vehicle propulsion system efficiency and sustainability appeared first on Innovation News Network.