Green Car Reports
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
The inevitable market dominance of electric vehicles and the obsolescence of diesel vehicles for all but the biggest pickups may seem like a foregone conclusion in the U.S., especially given current policy. But looking at Europe as a whole—as well as some other markets of the world—EVs until recently hadn't passed diesels in the car.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Volvo’s last diesel-powered car will roll out next year as the Swedish automaker looks toward an all-electric future. As one of the first legacy automakers to do so, Volvo is rapidly transitioning its lineup with a full slate of EVs. more… The post Volvo is finally phasing out diesel cars next year in favor of an all-electric future appeared first on Electrek.
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Green Car Reports
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Hot weather can cause EV batteries to degrade faster, but there are some simple things owners can do to help protect their cars, according battery-health analysis firm Recurrent. Recurrent publishes battery health reports for used EVs, but also uses the data pulled from vehicles to study the impact of hot and cold weather on range and battery.
The Driven EV News
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Australia's biggest bank is partnering with the country's most popular electric vehicle manufacturer in a bid to speed up adoption of low-emission cars. The post Australia’s biggest bank in discount EV loans deal for Tesla customers appeared first on The Driven.
Green Car Reports
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Mini confirms its Countryman EV is U.S.-bound. Volvo closes the door on diesels. Tesla reaches 5M. And how worried about your EV battery should you be in hot weather? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Hot weather can degrade EV batteries, much more than cold weather, underscores the battery-health firm Recurrent in a new data-informed.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is considering weakening the UK’s commitments to net zero in a bombshell policy shift. more… The post In a ‘bone-headed’ move, the UK to roll back gas car phase-out and other net zero policies appeared first on Electrek.
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Electrek
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
As it looks to make up for lost time, Toyota is giving us a glimpse of its next-gen EV production line with modern technology like Giga casting, self-propelled assembly lines, and robots to transport finished vehicles. more… The post Toyota reveals next-gen EV production line as it looks to play catch-up with Tesla appeared first on Electrek.
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Chinese models start showing up on the radar.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Tesla has built new in-car software specifically for Hertz’s growing fleet of Tesla vehicles for rent around the world. more… The post Tesla builds in-car software to make car rental easier with Hertz’s fleet appeared first on Electrek.
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
In the Netherlands, 45% of new car sales were plugin car sales in August. Furthermore, 33% were full electrics. The Netherlands saw an increase in plugin registrations to 12,518 units in August, with the Dutch plugin vehicle (PEV) market thus reaching 45% of the overall auto market last month.
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Electrek
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Hospitality group Marriott International has announced an agreement with charging services provider EV Connect to implement and manage chargers across thousands of hotels in the US and Canada. The news comes weeks after Hilton Hotels announced a similar agreement with Tesla. more… The post Marriott taps EV Connect as charger provider, countering Hilton’s recent alliance with Tesla appeared first on Electrek.
Green Car Reports
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
The 2025 Mini Countryman Electric crossover will reach the U.S. in fall 2024, Mini confirmed Monday in a press release. The Countryman Electric was unveiled earlier this month at the 2023 Munich auto show alongside a redesigned electric version of the traditional Mini Cooper hatchback. This is the first time the Countryman will be available with.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
CS Energy released a new timelapse video of its $150 million Tesla Megapack project being built in Queensland. more… The post Watch Tesla build a $150 million Megapack battery system appeared first on Electrek.
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema recently returned from a state visit to China. During that visit, he met with BYD and CATL, which are some of the leading players globally in the electric vehicle and stationary storage ecosystem. In a post on X, President Hichilema said, “We have the natural resources, they have the technology.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Less than two years after sharing expansion plans for Europe, US-based battery recycling specialist Redwood Materials is adding Germany to its map of locations. Today, the company announced the acquisition of Redux Recycling GmbH – the leading lithium ion battery recycler in the EU, as it looks to quickly expand its operations overseas. more… The post Redwood Materials expands presence in Europe, acquiring its leading Li-ion battery recycler appeared first on Electrek.
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
According to the 2020 Residential Energy Consumption Survey, 67% of all housing units in the United States have vehicle parking within 20 feet of an electrical outlet. This is significant when planning for the transition to EVs, where at-home charging is important.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
A New Zealand-based startup just got $18 million to commercialize graphite made of wood chips for EV batteries in Europe and the US. more… The post Graphite made from wood chips may soon be in your EV battery appeared first on Electrek.
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
In recent days, Hyundai announced that it won a number of important safety and design awards. Two vehicles got the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ designation, and one of them also got chosen by Wards as one of the top ten drivetrains on the market for 2023.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Electric go-karts are proving to be an exciting new field, offering thrilling rides on indoor and outdoor tracks yet without the same maintenance requirements, fuel cost, or emissions concerns as internal combustion go-karts. And now a new electric go-kart from Blue Shock Race is demonstrating just how high performance an electric drivetrain can be in a go-kart.
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
As the hottest summer on record draws to a close, the next several months could determine whether the world rises to the moment—or blows past irreversible tipping points.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
A new Kia electric crossover was spotted testing in the US, which appears to be the upcoming EV4. The EV4 is expected to be Kia’s entry-level subcompact electric crossover with starting prices under $30,000. more… The post Kia EV4 test drive spotted in the US, will it be the electric successor to the Soul? appeared first on Electrek.
Cars That Think
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Agility Robotics has announced the opening of a 6,500 square-meter factory dedicated to building its Digit humanoid robot. The factory is located in Oregon, which, in the opinion of this native Oregonian, is an excellent state in which to locate anything. At peak capacity, RoboFab will employ 500 humans (working alongside a bunch of Digit robots) and will be able to produce “more than 10,000 robots per year,” a staggering number considering that Earth’s current population of humanoid robots like
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Up-and-coming Chinese EV maker NIO’s stock is falling after announcing a proposed total of $1 billion in convertible senior notes on Monday. more… The post NIO stock sinks after $1 billion planned convertible debt offering appeared first on Electrek.
Blink Charging
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Every business is trying to find ways to cut down on their greenhouse gas emissions, and that includes your customers and your suppliers. The corporate value chain links companies together, and if a company wants to truly reduce its carbon footprint, that means it must consider not only its own direct greenhouse gas emissions, but also how to reduce the emissions from its upstream and downstream positions.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Weeks after battery developer Gotion-High Tech acquired a 25% stake in startup InoBat, the two companies have signed an agreement to erect a gigafactory in Europe. As a Tier 1 battery supplier to its top shareholder Volkswagen Group, Gotion will look to InoBat to help it provide the German automaker and other marques with EV batteries… but where will the joint venture set up shop?
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
MAXUS Electric Vehicles says green mobility enables companies to reduce fleet operating costs by up to 80% and save more than a tonne of emissions per vehicle per month. Sales of passenger electric vehicles are starting to gain significant traction in South Africa.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Scottish EV startup Munro Vehicles has added a third variant of its all-electric MK 1 4×4 that initially debuted last year. Today, the company introduced the MK 1 Mountain Rescue Edition – an EV tailored to the requirements of emergency rescue and fire teams that provides 4×4 capabilities with zero emissions. more… The post Munro introduces rugged ‘Mountain Rescue Edition’ of its all-electric MK 1 4×4 truck appeared first on Electrek.
Charged EVs
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
A look at improving motor efficiency in two main categories: electrical and mechanical. Regular readers of Charged don’t need to be told that the typical EV drivetrain is way more efficient from battery to wheels than its ICE-based equivalent, but it is perhaps less well-known that the approximate drivetrain efficiency ranges from 75-90% for the EV to a rather less impressive 20-35% for the ICE vehicle.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Electric microcars are often touted for their superior urban performance, wiggling through crowded cities without taking up more space than they need. But you can find them much farther flung than just the narrow alleyways of European cities. In fact, you just might see them on the beachfronts of your next vacation. more… The post How electric microcars wound up on Bora Bora’s front line against climate change appeared first on Electrek.
Charged EVs
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Q&A with Smartville CEO and co-founder Antoni Tong What do EV batteries have in common with athletes and politicians? Once they age out (or get voted out) of their positions, they have the opportunity to have a lucrative (and in the case of batteries, useful) second career. Repurposing depleted EV batteries for stationary storage applications will be a critical part of the future EV ecosystem.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
The best price ever is now available on the Segway SuperScooter GT1 at $1,500. Now live with $1,300 in savings attached, you’ll also be able to lock-in a new low on Sun Joe’s 1,450 PSI electric pressure washer at $87. We also have some Rad Power cargo e-bikes , but if those don’t fit your EV needs we’re also tracking a massive list of other e-bike discounts, too.
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
If there’s one thing that’s clear, it’s that the U.S. market is important to BMW as it rolls out the new generation of MINIs. And, it’s something it seems to be getting right. Doin’ It Right Even before BMW made announcements showing the importance of the U.S.
Charged EVs
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Q&A with Mack Trucks’ Scott Barraclough Most followers of tech trends probably think of electric vehicles as luxury performance cars, but here at Charged , we get just as excited about commercial vehicles. As regular readers know, the electrification of trucks and other heavy-duty vehicles is quickly picking up, driven by both regulation and technological developments.
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