Green Car Congress

MARCH 15, 2023

Kia Corporation released full images of the exterior and interior design of the Kia EV9, its first three-row electric flagship SUV, prior to the vehicle’s full digital global premiere in late March. Built on Kia’s Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), the EV9’s long wheelbase, low beltline, and completely flat electric vehicle architecture have facilitated the creation of generous space for all occupants to connect and relax with lounge-style comfort in all three rows of seats.

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Green Car Reports

MARCH 15, 2023

The Biden administration on Tuesday opened applications for the first round of $2.5 billion in funding for EV charging infrastructure under a community grant program. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law enacted in November 2021 includes $7.5 billion to help fund a national EV charging network, with the goal of building 500,000 EV charging stations.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 15, 2023

Honda announced key next steps in the establishment of its EV Hub in Ohio. In October 2022, Honda announced that it would invest $700 million to retool several of its existing auto and powertrain plants to establish the new EV Hub in Ohio, to prepare for the production of battery electric vehicles in 2026. The Marysville Auto Plant (MAP), where Honda began auto production in America in 1982, will be Honda’s first auto plant in the US to transition to making EVs.

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Green Car Reports

MARCH 15, 2023

EV fires tend to get a lot of attention, but the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) warns that EVs' added weight—and the damage it can inflict on other road users—is the real safety concern. "Fifty-five EV crash tests and zero fires later, I’m still worried about these batteries, but for a more mundane reason than.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 15, 2023

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company introduced the Powerload lineup to the North America construction, loading, logistics support and landscaping markets. The new Powerload lineup, now available in North America, has advanced features and technologies specifically designed to deliver traction and durability for compact wheel loaders and graders, regardless of the job or underfoot conditions.

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Green Car Reports

MARCH 15, 2023

A luxurious three-row electric SUV from Kia is previewed. A $2.5 billion federal program will help get more charging to communities and local travel corridors, over years. And what’s the greatest safety concern related to EVs? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Kia provided a first look at its upcoming 2024 EV9 electric SUV, and it.

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Electric Cars Report

MARCH 15, 2023

Volvo Trucks is now starting sales of heavy battery electric trucks in South Korea, as the first global manufacturer to do so. Three different electric models are now available for South Korean transport companies to order – helping them, and the government, to reach ambitious climate targets. South Korea has a national plan to decrease […] The post Volvo Trucks starts selling electric trucks in South Korea appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 15, 2023

The first round of funding of up to $700M from the US Department of Transportation’s new $2.5-billion Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant Program has opened. The $700 million is allocated for Fiscal Years (FY) 2022 and 2023 to deploy EV charging and other alternative vehicle-fueling infrastructure projects strategically in publicly accessible locations in urban and rural communities, as well as along designated Alternative Fuel Corridors (AFCs).

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The Driven EV News

MARCH 15, 2023

Bobcat's famous compact skid-steer loader is going electric with three times the power, and big cost savings and health benefits. The post Bobcat launches world first all-electric skid-steer loader appeared first on The Driven.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 15, 2023

In 2022, US natural gas consumption averaged a record 88.5 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d)—the highest annual natural gas consumption, according to records beginning in 1949, according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). US natural gas consumption last year increased 5% (4.5 Bcf/d) from 2021, the second-fastest year-over-year growth since 2013.

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Electric Cars Report

MARCH 15, 2023

Audi is continuing to systematically advance the Q4 e-tron and Q4 Sportback e-tron. Audi is updating all vehicles from the start of series production up to and including the 2022 model year with software version 3.2. This new software comes now as standard in series production for the current 2023 model year. Foremost among the new functions with […] The post Software update: Audi offers new, high-value features for the Audi Q4 e-tron appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 15, 2023

Elcora Advanced Materials has signed , through its Ermazon SARL wholly owned subsidiary, a binding agreement with exclusive long-term mining production rights and option to purchase a 16 km² manganese mining concession in Morocco. This manganese deposit had been mined until a few years ago when COVID rules prevented further development. The artisanal production run rate at the deposit was then approximately 2,500 metric tonnes / month.

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Teslarati

MARCH 15, 2023

Tesla is going to let owners of its electric vehicles charge their cars using excess solar energy that has accumulated throughout the day and can’t be stored in a Powerwall, coding in its smartphone app seems to reveal. “Plug in your vehicle at home during the day to charge using the excess clean energy generated by your solar system,” an update in the Tesla app’s coding says. “Set your charge limits and location and tell your vehicle when and where to charge only f

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 15, 2023

JetBlue and Shell Aviation are collaborating to bring additional supply of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), targeting commencement of delivery in the first half of 2023. Within the terms of the agreement, JetBlue is expected to take delivery of 10,000,000 gallons of blended SAF at LAX over the next two years.

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Electric Cars Report

MARCH 15, 2023

The Volkswagen brand is continuing the success story of its compact cars in the age of electric mobility and is providing a first glimpse of an all-electric Volkswagen costing less than 25,000 euros with the ID. 2all concept car. The production version will be based on the MEB Entry platform and is one of ten […] The post The Volkswagen ID. 2all previews sub-25,000 euros electric car appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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CN EV Post

MARCH 15, 2023

Six imported units of the new Tesla Model S and Model X arrived at Yangshan Port in Shanghai on February 28. Tesla is sending more of the new Model S and Model X to China, as deliveries of the two more expensive models here get closer. The latest shipment of 867 new Tesla Model S and Model X electric vehicles (EVs) arrived in Tianjin recently, according to a Weibo post by the Tianjin Port Group yesterday.

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Electric Cars Report

MARCH 15, 2023

Honda revealed key next steps in the establishment of its EV Hub in Ohio that will lead the company’s journey to an electrified future in North America. In October 2022, Honda announced that it would invest $700 million to retool several of its existing auto and powertrain plants to establish the new EV Hub in […] The post Honda Announces Next Steps in Preparation for U.S.

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Innovation News Network

MARCH 15, 2023

Researchers have developed a quantum computing algorithm that could identify better compounds for more efficient carbon capture. The post Improving carbon capture efficiency with quantum computing appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Electric Cars Report

MARCH 15, 2023

Global power and technology leader Cummins announced the launch of Accelera by Cummins, a new brand for its New Power business unit. Accelera provides a diverse portfolio of zero-emissions solutions for many of the world’s most vital industries empowering customers to accelerate their transition to a sustainable future. The launch of Accelera is a significant […] The post Cummins launches zero-emissions solutions brand named Accelera appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Teslarati

MARCH 15, 2023

Tesla’s round steering wheel retrofit for the Model S and Model X is now available for purchase through the Tesla App. Tesla’s Model S/X round steering wheel retrofit is only $700. The price tag includes the installation of the round steering wheel by Tesla Service technicians. To purchase the round steering wheel retrofit, go to the Tesla App or copy the following link: [link] The retrofit is only compatible with Model S and Model X vehicles configured with the Yoke steering wheel.

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The Driven EV News

MARCH 15, 2023

BYD starts construction of new right-hand-drive factory in Thailand which could start delivering to Australia in 2024. The post BYD starts construction of new factory as more EV models head to Australia appeared first on The Driven.

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Teslarati

MARCH 15, 2023

Tesla opened its first V4 Superchargers in Europe today, kicking off the newest iteration of its charging network in Harderwijk, the Netherlands. Details regarding charging speed, cable length, and others have not been officially detailed by Tesla, but Teslarati received some details from a visitor to the new V4 Supercharger today that will clarify some of the meat of what people want to know.

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Electrek

MARCH 15, 2023

German luxury boatbuilder Lürssen Yachts has shared video footage of it successfully launching a zero-emissions megayacht longer than two olympic swimming pools, suspected to be commissioned by a Japanese billionaire. The exterior of hydrogen powered megayacht, codenamed Project Cosmos, is being designed by Apple designer Marc Newson. more… The post Meet Project Cosmos: 1,000 mile range, emissions-free megayacht from Apple Watch designer appeared first on Electrek.

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CleanTechnica EVs

MARCH 15, 2023

BYD has been accelerating its overseas expansion program, strategically partnering with local entities in each market to swiftly launch its range of BEVs in those markets. Jordan is the latest market to be added to BYD’s network. Jordan has also become the first market in the Middle East to get BYD passenger vehicles.

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Electrek

MARCH 15, 2023

Touring, a type of riding that involves long distance trips, has long been the achilles heel of electric motorcycles. While e-motos have developed to the point where they can beat combustion engine motorcycles in nearly every other metric, quick recharging required for long distance riding has yet to reach parity with a gas station fill-up. At least, that was until Lightning Motorcycle debuted what it says is the fastest charging electric motorcycle yet. more… The post Can Lightning’s elec

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Cars That Think

MARCH 15, 2023

This morning, drone delivery company Zipline announced a new drone delivery system offering nearly silent, precise delivery that’s intended to expand the company’s capabilities into home delivery. This requires a much different approach from what Zipline has been doing for the past 8 years. In order to make home deliveries that are quiet and precise, Zipline has developed a creative new combination of hybrid drones, droids, and all the supporting hardware necessary to make deliveries directly to

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Electrek

MARCH 15, 2023

VW introduced its much anticipated affordable EV Wednesday, deemed the ID 2all concept with up to 450 km range (279 miles). more… The post Volkswagen introduces ID 2all affordable EV concept with nearly 300 miles range appeared first on Electrek.

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Teslarati

MARCH 15, 2023

Tesla took a small victory in a huge lawsuit filed by the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH), as a judge said the civil rights agency must detail the investigation it performed prior to filing the suit. According to California law, the DFEH is required to investigate discrimination by workers before suing their employers, and if the agency did not properly perform this, Tesla could have details thrown out of the case, making it easier to win.

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Electrek

MARCH 15, 2023

Say goodbye to delivery delays due to traffic and weather. California-based startup Zipline is revolutionizing how we receive goods with its ultra-precise electric autonomous delivery drones called Zips. The company’s latest P2 electric drones are designed for fast, practically silent, precise autonomous home delivery that looks like they are straight out of a Disney movie. more… The post These adorable electric autonomous delivery drones use 97% less energy for faster transit appeared first on

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CleanTechnica EVs

MARCH 15, 2023

Just 5–10 years ago, I’d say 90% of EV enthusiasts were underestimating how much electric vehicle share of the overall auto market would grow in Europe and China. (The US is currently … quite far behind. But EV market share is growing here, too.

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Electrek

MARCH 15, 2023

Tesla Supercharger V4 has been revealed to have the potential to be twice as powerful as the previous generation. more… The post Tesla Supercharger V4 revealed to be twice as powerful appeared first on Electrek.

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Teslarati

MARCH 15, 2023

Tesla’s Kato Road facility, which has been largely responsible for the production of the 4680 battery cell, has been undergoing improvements since the beginning of the year, filings show. The Kato Road facility is largely under the radar in terms of Tesla news, especially as the rollout and ramp-up of the 4680 cells are still underway. Unveiled in September 2020 at Battery Day, the 4680 battery is set to increase range and power in Tesla vehicles and could be produced by some suppliers in

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Electrek

MARCH 15, 2023

Tesla is facing a new lawsuit instigated by an owner who is attempting to have Tesla give up its quasi-monopoly on repairing its vehicles. more… The post Tesla is being sued by owner in attempt to remove its monopoly on repairs appeared first on Electrek.

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CleanTechnica EVs

MARCH 15, 2023

Heavy vehicles for applications such as construction sites or in campus-based sectors such as in mining environments usually have to drive for short distances at well known intervals. Vehicles in this sector are perfect for electrification.

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