Green Car Congress
APRIL 20, 2021
Crowley Engineering Services has completed the design of the first fully electric US tugboat with autonomous technology. The Crowley design, powered by the expertise of recently integrated subsidiary Jensen Maritime, leverages a large electric battery system and power-saving technology to operate in a fully electric mode while producing zero air emissions or greenhouse gases.
Green Car Reports
APRIL 20, 2021
BMW on Monday announced plans for a prototype solid-state battery by 2025, followed by a production-ready version by 2030. The batteries will power a new generation of electric cars, based on a dedicated platform, making its production debut around that time. The automaker is in the midst of an electric-car push, but the models announced so far.
Green Car Congress
APRIL 20, 2021
The BMW iX electric SUV ( earlier post ) has its world premiere at the Auto Shanghai 2021 show. Market launch in China will get underway over the course of 2021. The BMW iX is first model in the brand’s line-up to feature the new Operating System 8 and the latest generation of BMW iDrive. Operating System 8 provides the basis for the seamless integration of additional digital services.
Green Car Reports
APRIL 20, 2021
A fully electric Toyota pickup won’t be a rival to the Tesla Cybertruck, but that’s beside the point. Such an electric truck could be another big game-changer for the traditional market—a bit like the idea of a Ford F-150 Electric or a Chevy Silverado EV. With the reveal of the RAV4-sized Toyota bZ4X Concept on Monday, Toyota.
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Green Car Congress
APRIL 20, 2021
Ballard Power Systems will provide fuel cell modules to Sierra Northern Railway—the freight division of privately-owned Sierra Energy Corporation, operating in Northern California—to power a zero-emission switching locomotive. A purchase order for the fuel cell modules is expected to be issued by Sierra by mid-year 2021. The pilot program will be partially funded by a $4-million award from the California Energy Commission. ( Earlier post.).
Green Car Reports
APRIL 20, 2021
Hyundai’s Genesis on Monday showed a very understated, production-bound approach to adding a first electric car to its lineup: Electrify its flagship sedan, the G80. Depending on how you look at it, the Genesis outperforms its “electrified” billing but plays a conservative angle in not looking dramatically different as an EV. The.
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CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 20, 2021
Andy Slye put together a neat comparison: Tesla vs. Gas: the true charging cost after 75,000 miles. One of the main reasons Andy bought an EV was so he’d never have to gas up again, and since owning his Tesla Model 3, he hasn’t been to a gas station in three years. “I gave up […].
Green Car Congress
APRIL 20, 2021
A global shortage of semiconductors—caused by manufacturing delays that some semiconductor makers blame on a faster-than expected recovery from the coronavirus pandemic—has forced automakers to adjust or cancel production over the past months. Now SEMI, the largest global trade association for the design and manufacture of semiconductors, and the Center for Automotive Research (CAR), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit independent automotive/mobility industry think tank, have signed a Memorandum o
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 20, 2021
Pegatron, a company based out of Taiwan, will build a plant in El Paso, Texas, that will provide components for Tesla, Reuters reports. Pegatron officials said that the details of its overseas plant investments are still in the planning stages. Back in November, the company said it would set up a factory in the U.S. […].
Green Car Congress
APRIL 20, 2021
An innovative fuel cell system based on high-temperature proton exchange membrane (HTPEM) technology from Blue World Technologies ( earlier post ) is being constructed for testing at the Alfa Laval Test & Training Center in Aalborg, Denmark. The test installation will explore the technology’s potential as a source of marine auxiliary power. Blue World Technologies’ complete system includes a methanol reformer for fuel conversion, DC/DC for power conversion and fuel cell stack for power productio
Teslarati
APRIL 20, 2021
The Tesla Model 3 stole the top spot in sales from the Volkswagen e-Up! EV in March, thanks to a record month in registrations. Increased demand for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles skyrocketed in Germany in March. Still, none of the domestic automakers who controlled the market for years could deny Tesla’s mass-market sedan. The Model 3 was registered 3,699 times in March, narrowly defeating the VW e-Up!
Green Car Congress
APRIL 20, 2021
Johnson Matthey (JM) is partnering with Finnish Minerals Group to support development of its previously announced second eLNO cathode materials ( earlier post ) commercial plant, which will be in Finland, powered solely by renewable energy and incorporating an innovative effluent treatment solution. Johnson Matthey also has signed a term sheet for the supply of nickel and cobalt from Russia-based Nornickel, and an agreement for the supply of lithium hydroxide from SQM—both agreements suppo
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 20, 2021
Dear Governor Edwards, I am writing this on behalf of my fellow friends in our state, Louisiana, as well as for myself. I am a reservation holder for the Tesla Cybertruck and many of my friends own different models of Tesla vehicles. There is only one service center in Louisiana and that’s the one in […].
Green Car Congress
APRIL 20, 2021
ROUSH CleanTech and First Priority Group (FPG) are partnering to create a line of purpose-built electric emergency and specialty vehicles. The companies are finalizing details for pilot deployment in 2022 with commercial production scheduled to begin in 2023. There are approximately three million law enforcement, fire and emergency medical service first responders operating more than 600,000 emergency vehicles in the United States.
Teslarati
APRIL 20, 2021
Tesla may be pretty silent about its actual vehicle production and delivery targets for 2021, but updates from the company’s supply chain suggest that the EV maker is aiming for an incredibly impressive number. Based on recent reports from some of Tesla’s suppliers, it appears that the company is aiming to hit 1 million vehicles in 2021. .
Green Car Congress
APRIL 20, 2021
In March, BMW presented the Neue Klasse generation of vehicles, to be launched by the middle of this decade, which will be clearly focused on all-electric drivetrains. For the Neue Klasse, the BMW Group is developing the next generation of its battery technology. ( Earlier post.). With the Neue Klasse, we will make a big leap in technology in electric drive.
Electrek
APRIL 20, 2021
Toyota says that it is reevaluating its anti-climate lobbying practices as it promotes carbon neutrality goals after receiving pressure from investors. more… The post Toyota to review its lobbying against climate and electric cars after pressure from investors appeared first on Electrek.
Teslarati
APRIL 20, 2021
Immediately following the fatal Tesla crash in Texas this weekend, reports from both local and national media outlets emerged citing the statements of Harris County Pct. 4 Constable Mark Herman, who remarked that police were 100% certain that there was no one in the driver seat of the ill-fated Model S when it crashed. Herman also commented that the Tesla fire was so severe that it took over 30,000 gallons of water and four hours to extinguish the flames from the crash, and that firefighters had
Electrek
APRIL 20, 2021
Volkswagen has now unveiled its third ID production electric vehicle based on its MEB platform. After the ID.3 and ID.4, we now get to see the ID.6: the brand’s biggest electric vehicle yet. more… The post VW unveils ID.6 electric SUV: its most spacious electric vehicle yet appeared first on Electrek.
Teslarati
APRIL 20, 2021
SpaceX has installed at least two of three new upgraded Raptors on Starship serial number 15 (SN15) ahead of a triple-engine static fire scheduled as early as Wednesday, April 21st. Initially scheduled late last week, several unknown delays have slowed down the installation of SN15’s three engines and forced SpaceX to return at least one to its build site for additional work.
Electrek
APRIL 20, 2021
After several years of falling financial reports, Harley-Davidson has just posted surprising numbers that show the company is in a better position than analysts expected. And that could be good news for the company’s highly anticipated electric motorcycle program. more… The post Harley-Davidson surprises with higher earnings, good sign for its electric motorcycles appeared first on Electrek.
Teslarati
APRIL 20, 2021
Despite recent headwinds seemingly brought about by a tragic Model S crash in Texas this weekend, Tesla ( NASDAQ:TSLA ) is still receiving some positive outlooks from noted finance firms in the lead up to its first-quarter earnings call. Among the most recent of these is Mizuho Securities, which raised its TSLA price target to $820 per share while maintaining its “Buy” rating for the company.
Electrek
APRIL 20, 2021
In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB): The Long Island Rail Road will analyze its diesel trains to see whether they can run on batteries alone. Why US homeowners install – or don’t install – solar panels. 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.
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 20, 2021
A few days ago, AutoTrader named its ten best electric cars for 2021. While most of the vehicles on the list are good electric vehicles, there’s one notable manufacturer which is completely absent from the list. Before I get to which company was missing and discuss that further, let’s look at the list itself. First […].
Teslarati
APRIL 20, 2021
The Boring Company’s updates to its official website have removed references to some of the tunneling startup’s announced projects, such as the D.C.-Baltimore tunnel and the Dugout Loop in Los Angeles. In the case of the D.C.-Baltimore project, a spokesperson from the Federal Highway Administration has stated that The Boring Company has not given the agency any indications that it intends to move forward with the project.
Electrek
APRIL 20, 2021
Tesla is facing some backlash in China after an unhappy customer crashed its Shanghai Motor Show booth and was arrested. more… The post Tesla faces backlash after unhappy customer crashes Shanghai Motor Show booth appeared first on Electrek.
Teslarati
APRIL 20, 2021
IHT Markit gave Tesla three manufacturer awards in its 2020 Automotive Loyalty Awards. Tesla received awards for Asian Market Loyalty to Make, Highest Conquest Percentage, and Highest Alternative Powertrain Loyalty to Make. . Tesla won the Highest Conquest Percentage award for the second consecutive year. The award relates to a brand’s ability to capture non-loyal sales and convert them to loyal customers.
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 20, 2021
In this first part of a two-part interview for CleanTech Talk, Rodney Hooper of RK Equity talks lithium and EV battery production and supply forecasts for 2025–2030 in Europe, China, the US, and globally. Listen via the embedded SoundCloud player below, or via your preferred podcasting network (see options below). CleanTech Talk — EVs, Solar, […].
Electrek
APRIL 20, 2021
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has released its annual “Global Energy Review” report , and while there is some good news about the adoption of renewables, there is also some rather alarming news about an anticipated emissions surge in 2021. more… The post Globally, renewables are growing – but so is demand for coal [Update] appeared first on Electrek.
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 20, 2021
A report by UC Berkeley claims a transition to all electric vehicles by 2035 would save Americans $2.7 trillion while adding 2 million new jobs to the economy.
Teslarati
APRIL 20, 2021
The Chevrolet Bolt EV won U.S. News’ Best Electric Vehicle award for 2021, beating out notable competitors like the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y. As the automotive industry continues to transition toward electrification, U.S. News rolled out a list of its most highly-ranked electric and hybrid cars and SUVs. The list is comprehensive and explains why it chose to give certain awards to specific cars.
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 20, 2021
A few weeks ago, the Teslasphere was abuzz with the rumor that Toyota was going to partner with Tesla to build an electric crossover. It was questionable, but at the same time plausible, that such a thing could happen (which is what made the thing so interesting). Now, after a new announcement from Toyota, it’s […].
Teslarati
APRIL 20, 2021
For the second time in two weeks, SpaceX has rolled a ‘Starship-derived’ propellant tank to the next-generation rocket’s first orbital launch pad, continuing a recent burst of construction activity. Precisely two weeks ago, SpaceX rolled the first of those massive ground support equipment (GSE) propellant tanks the 1.5 miles from its Boca Chica rocket factory to a nearby launch complex.
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 20, 2021
The German plugin vehicle market scored over 65,000 registrations last month, with both technologies rising fast year over year (YoY), particularly plugin hybrids (+191% for BEVs and +278% for PHEVs). As a result, last month’s plugin vehicle share in Germany ended at 23% (10% BEV), slightly pulling up the yearly tally to 22% (9.9% BEV). […].
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