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.
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.
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
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.
Cars That Think
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Color plays a huge role in most of our lives. It signals danger or caution, like the patterns on a poisonous frog or the color of a stoplight. It evokes joy and inspiration through nature, art, and fashion. It can even trigger the recollection of a favorite memory, through pictures of family and friends. In the technical world, the color of light is no less important.
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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.
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 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
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
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.
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.
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
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
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 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
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
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
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.
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
I recently sat down with the kids and watched 2001: A Space Odyssey. Most people these days have trouble with the long, long scenes and intentionally viewer-interpretable ending of the film, so I had to find one of the shortened versions of the film on YouTube and try to explain key parts.
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.
CN EV Post
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
@Daily Beatings In reply to Daily Beatings. Hey Einstein , How was the volume when BIG MONEY traded? 215 032 400 in volume and shares traded down 17%. Fact:- dilution after dilution Fact:- CEO and CFO were so confident that they will reach 250 000 in deliveries this year!! probably true only in their dreams. Lies:- ET 5 was suppose to be best seller expecting 10K in deliveries each month.
EV Central
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
The Ford Ranger is set to go electric, starting with a plug-in hybrid EV version in early 2025. Ford this week confirmed one of its worst kept secrets: that the country’s top selling four-wheel drive and second best selling ute will soon get electric assistance within 18 months. Ford is in the final stages of developing the PHEV system, which will pair a 2.3-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with an electric motor and a battery pack.
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.
The Truth About Cars
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
With crash statistics having taken a turn for the worse in recent years, analysts have been pouring over the relevant data to determine why. Though the resulting statistics can tell a lot of different stories, including which U.S. cities tend to boast the best and worst drivers. Based on insurance data tabulated by LendingTree’s QuoteWizard , the cities with the worst drivers (in descending order) include Virginia Beach, VA; Dayton, OH; Riverside, CA; Indianapolis, IN; Fresno, CA; Sacramento, CA
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.
The Truth About Cars
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Having a visible license plate is a big deal in most places, but the paint and coatings on the plate can wear and become hard to see over time. Here in Maine, it’s a common sight, as the road salt and sand can quickly shave off the more visible parts of a license plate. Colorado receives similar winter weather, and lawmakers in the state want to change the type of plates allowed to be more durable and visible over time.
CN EV Post
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
@John Hanna In reply to John Hanna. NIO has to pick the worst moment to issue new bond because the bond issued in 2019 will be due in Feb 2024. Behind the wording of strengthening balance sheet, it is management's total disregard of shareholder interest when they making the ill-fated investment. Nobody give rat's ass how much losses it would create even when the s**t blowing in their face.
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.
The Truth About Cars
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Fuel prices have been climbing this year and continue to do so. However, consumer demand can no longer be blamed as we enter into the autumn months when consumption consistently drops. The Energy Information Administration (EIA) estimates that Americans were burning through a million fewer barrels of oil last week than they were the week before. What isn’t dropping is oil prices and that seems to be making all the difference.
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