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Lyten introduces next generation Lithium-Sulfur battery for EVs; 3X energy density of Li-ion

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Lyten , an advanced materials company, introduced its LytCell EV lithium-sulfur (Li-S) battery platform. The technology is optimized for the electric vehicle market and is designed to deliver three times (3X) the gravimetric energy density of conventional lithium-ion batteries. Lyten, which has just emerged from stealth mode, worked with the US Government for several years to test and improve LytCell capabilities in select defense-related applications and is now ready to introduce its battery te

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Lotus reveals lightweight basis for electric sports car, other future EVs

Green Car Reports

Lotus on Tuesday revealed the platform for a planned electric sports car, codenamed Type 135, due in 2026. Following Lotus founder Colin Chapman's maxim "simplify, and add lightness," the new platform emphasizes weight reduction. Known internally as E-Sport, the new platform was developed through Project LEVA (Lightweight Electric Vehicle.

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YASA spin-out Evolito launches as a business with electric motors for aviation

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YASA spin-out Evolito , a new company developing and manufacturing direct- and indirect-drive electric motors and power electronics for aerospace applications, launched publicly as a privately-owned business. Evolito was spun out earlier this year by YASA (the pioneer of automotive axial-flux electric motors acquired by Mercedes-Benz in July 2021) exclusively to commercialize YASA’s next-generation electric motor technology and IP for the rapidly-growing aerospace market.

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GM motor details, Ford battery recycling, Lotus’ lightweight EV platform: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

General Motors outlined what will help give its upcoming Ultium motors and drive systems efficiency and performance. Lotus shows off its upcoming lightweight EV platform. And Ford is thinking big about battery recycling. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Ford is partnering with Tesla co-founder JB Straibel’s Redwood Materials for.

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

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E.ON and Volkswagen introduce fast charger with storage battery

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E.ON and Volkswagen have introduced the E.ON Drive Booster, built by Volkswagen Group Components in operation. As a flexible fast charger, it requires no civil engineering work or adjustments to the grid connection and can charge two electric vehicles simultaneously with up to 150 kW. This means the expansion of a dense public network of fast-charging stations can become a reality much sooner than was previously assumed.

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Self-proclaimed ‘Elon Musk fanboy’ builds Tesla (TSLA) position worth over $4.6 billion

Electrek

A self-proclaimed ‘Elon Musk fanboy’ has managed to accumulate a Tesla (TSLA) position worth over $4 billion. He has been keeping a relatively low profile, until now. more… The post Self-proclaimed ‘Elon Musk fanboy’ builds Tesla (TSLA) position worth over $4.6 billion appeared first on Electrek.

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SpaceX installs Mechazilla ‘claw’ on Starship launch tower

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In the latest chapter of SpaceX’s Starship launch tower chronicle, the company has rolled a claw-like component to the pad and attached the device to the end of the tower’s newly installed Starship ‘quick disconnect’ arm. A couple months ago, as SpaceX’s newest Starship prototype and first orbital-class vehicle first started to come together, it became clear that the company was implementing a significant design change starting with Ship 20 (S20).

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6K raises $51M to accelerate advanced battery material development and global expansion of additive manufacturing powders

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6K, a developer of microwave plasma technology for the production of advanced materials for energy storage and additive manufacturing powders ( earlier post ), closed a $51M Series C financing round. With this investment, 6K will complete its Battery Development Center of Excellence, adding 33,000 sq ft of state-of-the-art product development space and doubling its 6K Energy team.

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Tesla is in talks with Samsung to produce its next-gen Full Self-Driving chip

Electrek

According to a new report from Korea, Tesla is currently in talks with Samsung Electronics to produce its next-gen Full Self-Driving chip. The new chip is expected to first launch in the Tesla Cybertruck next year. more… The post Tesla is in talks with Samsung to produce its next-gen Full Self-Driving chip appeared first on Electrek.

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Vertical Aerospace, Marubeni to explore the introduction of eVTOL in Japan; conditional pre-order option for 200 units

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Vertical Aerospace, a British eVTOL manufacturer, and Marubeni Corporation, a leading Japanese integrated trading and investment business conglomerate have reached an agreement to explore Advanced Aerial Mobility (AAM) travel solutions focused on the application of Vertical’s flagship electric aircraft, the VA-X4 ( earlier post ), in the Japanese market.

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

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Norway bans gas cars in 2025. But trends point toward 100% EV sales as early as April

Electrek

Norway is ahead of the game in EV sales, with gasoline’s share of the new car market vanishing more and more every month, faster than almost anyone outside of Electrek ‘s Slack channel could have predicted. This has led Norway to have the earliest target for the phaseout of new gas vehicle sales in the world – 2025. But gas cars might not even last that long.

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Tesla Megafactory for Megapack production breaks ground in Lathrop, CA

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Tesla has broken ground on its first Megafactory in Lathrop, California. The facility will produce Tesla’s Megapack, a large-scale energy storage product utilized by sizeable sustainable energy products to store excessive amounts of energy produced from solar panels. Images of the Megafactory were first shared by Tesla Club of San Joaquin Valley via Facebook user 209 times.

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Over 25 Countries & US States Planning Gas-Powered Car Bans

CleanTechnica EVs

Electric cars have surged in popularity over the past decade. Thanks to early efforts by Tesla, GM, and Nissan, battery costs have fallen while electric range has increased. In fact, the earliest versions of Tesla’s Model S boasted a range of around 200 miles. Today, the Model S can travel over 400 miles. Going green […].

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Volvo goes leather-free in all its EVs as part of new sustainability report

Electrek

Following a recent report outlining the future of sustainable luxury materials, Volvo Cars has committed to outfitting all of its upcoming electric vehicles with leather-free materials. This ethical stance by the legacy automaker comes from an aspiration to promote animal welfare and sustainability, by using recycled materials that remain high-quality. more… The post Volvo goes leather-free in all its EVs as part of new sustainability report 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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“Let’s Take A Tesla And F&*^ It Up!” —German Government

CleanTechnica EVs

Is Germany okay? We are really concerned. The German Federal Ministry of Education and Research shared that there is a new type of Tesla out there — a hybrid prototype that can be powered by methanol. Yes, for real. What’s worse is that they don’t even tell us that this is a Tesla. They presented […].

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After losing dealers over its electric move, Cadillac is now gaining new ones

Electrek

Cadillac has lost around one-fifth of its dealers after it announced that it is going all-electric , but now it is actually gaining new dealers interested in the transition. more… The post After losing dealers over its electric move, Cadillac is now gaining new ones appeared first on Electrek.

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Rivian R1T prototype involved in strange accident with two parked vehicles

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A Rivian R1T prototype was involved in a strange accident involving two parked vehicles in a California lot. According to eyewitnesses, the R1T mounted a curb and traveled at least 50 feet before colliding with a Mercedes-Benz S Class and a Ford Explorer. The R1T climbed over the curb before running up a grass-covered embankment, driving straight through a series of bushes and then hitting the two parked cars causing considerable damage.

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Fremont Police Department Adds Tesla Model Y To Its Fleet

CleanTechnica EVs

The Fremont Police Department has added another Tesla to its fleet, this one is a Model Y. In the department’s latest post, it noted that the Model Y became its latest addition in its hybrid and electric fleet of over 40 vehicles. “Compared to the Tesla Model S 85 deployed in 2019, the Tesla Model […].

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Tesla Model 3 ground clearance issues slow launch in India

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Tesla’s Model 3 sedan has a ground clearance that is too low for Indian roads, according to a new report. The vehicle’s low body design may slow its launch in India, where the sedan has been testing for nearly two months. A report from AutoCar India indicates that the Tesla Model 3 has a ground clearance of 115 millimeters, just 25 mm too low for Indian roads.

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The refrigerant industry asked for HFC phase-out, and the EPA just delivered [Update]

Electrek

The Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) and more than 35 other industry and environmental organizations, including the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers , petitioned the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in April to set national targets to curb the use of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) in refrigerators, air conditioners, and other appliances.

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Tesla Drivers Launch Inspiration420 Fundraiser For St. Jude Hospital

CleanTechnica EVs

A few members of the Tesla community are going on their own Inspiration adventure to raise funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Inspired by the Inspiration4 SpaceX Mission, they are using Tesla Autopilot as much as possible to journey across America. The goal is to raise $69,420 for St. Jude’s Cancer Research. Warren and […].

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Kia EV6 review – This electric car is out of this world [Video]

Electrek

Among the legacy car makers, there are surely no brands whose stock has risen as sharply, amid the transition to EV, as Korean sister companies Kia and Hyundai. more… The post Kia EV6 review – This electric car is out of this world [Video] appeared first on Electrek.

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The Biden Administration Could Have An Ally In Tesla & Elon Musk If It Wanted

CleanTechnica EVs

Elon Musk could be a huge ally to the Biden administration. After all, they have the same overall goals — or at least I thought they did. I thought Biden cared about getting as many EVs on the road by 2030 as possible. However, the commitment doesn’t seem to be strong enough, or is clouded […].

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Tesla is fighting the auto industry over fuel economy standards

Electrek

Tesla is fighting the rest of the auto industry in the US over respecting the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) requirements set back in 2016. more… The post Tesla is fighting the auto industry over fuel economy standards appeared first on Electrek.

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Aiming for circular supply chain, Ford partners with former Tesla co-founder's company

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Ford on Wednesday announced plans to partner with Tesla co-founder J.B. Straubel's Redwood Materials on battery recycling. The plan is for recycled materials to be fed back into the United States EV battery supply chain, creating a so-called "closed loop," according to a Ford press release. This reduces costs, as well as the overall environmental.

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Workhorse’s new CEO halts electric van deliveries and recalls others over safety concerns

Electrek

Workhorse Group has announced an immediate halt to all sales and deliveries of its C-1000 electric truck, citing that it found a previous report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) unreliable. In addition to frozen sales, Workhorse announced it will recall 41 electric vans that have already been delivered to customers. more… The post Workhorse’s new CEO halts electric van deliveries and recalls others over safety concerns appeared first on Electrek.

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Hyundai Set To Offer 23 EVs By 2025, More Than Any Other Brand

InsideEVs

If we take automakers' promises of EV launches at face value, the Hyundai brand will have the biggest electric vehicle lineup.

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Tesla bull and ARK CEO Cathie Wood names her price to sell $TSLA holdings

Teslarati

Tesla bull and ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood has finally revealed what price $TSLA stock would have to hit for her investment firm to unload its shares of the electric automaker’s stock. During the Morningstar Investment Conference on Wednesday, Wood began to discuss what it would take for ARK to scrap its holdings of $TSLA stock. “If nothing were to change in our outlook and we got to $3,000 next year, my guess is that we would be peeling out of it,” Wood said, via Bloomberg News

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Aura Electric Roadster Envisions The Driver's Car Of The Future

InsideEVs

Built by four UK companies with funding from the British government, the street-legal Aura prototype is an enticing 400-mile range EV.

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Unagi launches game-changing dual-motor, full-suspension electric scooter with huge tech

Electrek

Unagi has just unveiled a paradigm-shifting electric scooter that flips the script on how full-suspension electric scooters should look and function. With a beautiful design and loads of automotive-level technology, the Unagi Model Eleven electric scooter is sure to shock the industry as it ushers in never-before-seen tech into the scooter space. more… The post Unagi launches game-changing dual-motor, full-suspension electric scooter with huge tech appeared first on Electrek.

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Lithium Sulfur, Lithium Carbon — Batteries Have Come A Long Way, Baby

CleanTechnica EVs

Lithium sulfur and lithium carbon batteries are almost ready for prime time.

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Quick Charge Podcast: September 23, 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: September 23, 2021 appeared first on Electrek.

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Help Promote Tesla & Other EVs: Attend National Drive Electric Week

InsideEVs

If you own an electric car, try to make an effort to attend a National Drive Electric Week event near you.

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EGEB: Minnesota wins by compromising over a wind and solar farm and a historic site

Electrek

In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB): A big clean energy project will go forward in Minnesota without impacting an ancient site. Ørsted completes a 227 MW solar farm in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, for Facebook. 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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