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ORNL researchers use blockchain to increase electric grid resiliency; Grid Guard

Green Car Congress

A team led by Raymond Borges Hink at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has developed a method using blockchain to protect communications between electronic devices in the electric grid, preventing cyberattacks and cascading blackouts. The work is summarized in a new technical report from ORNL. The project is part of the ORNL-led Darknet initiative, funded by the DOE Office of Electricity, to secure the nation’s electricity infrastructure by shifting its communicatio

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Mazda boosts EV target to 40% by 2030, plans new hybrid system

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Mazda is now aiming to make EVs account for as much as 40% of its global sales by 2030, and plans to introduce a new hybrid system before then, according to an update of the automaker's medium-term business plan. "We estimate Mazda’s EV ratio in global sales to rise to a range between 25% and 40% as of 2030," a company press release said.

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Niron Magnetics secures $17.5M ARPA-E SCALEUP grant to boost production of FeN magnets

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Niron Magnetics, a developer of high-performance, rare earth-free permanent magnets ( earlier post ), announced that the US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Advanced Research Projects Agency – Energy (ARPA-E) has awarded the company a $17.5-million grant as part of its Seeding Critical Advances for Leading Energy technologies with Untapped Potential (SCALEUP) program. ( Earlier post.).

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LG Chem plans $3B EV battery material plant in Tennessee

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LG Chem announced Tuesday that it’s planning a mammoth cathode material plant in Tennessee that will aid U.S. domestic electric vehicle battery production. According to LG, the plant will be the largest of its kind in the U.S., and once running at capacity it will be able to produce 120,000 tons of the cathode battery material—enough.

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

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Ethanol, Petroleum and Ag groups call for Congress to adopt legislation to support year-round E15

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In a letter sent to US Senate and House leadership, a broad coalition of energy and agriculture organizations called on Congress quickly to adopt legislation that would resolve inconsistent fuel volatility regulations. Specifically, the groups expressed support for legislation that would result in equal regulatory treatment for all gasoline blends containing 10% ethanol (E10) or more, including gasoline with 15% ethanol (E15).

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Mobile hydrogen stations may support Hyperion fuel-cell supercar

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With little hydrogen infrastructure available, Hyperion Motors plans to deploy mobile hydrogen stations to support its XP-1 fuel-cell supercar. The Hyper:Fuel Mobile Stations, which can also be equipped with DC fast-chargers for battery-electric vehicles, will be quicker to deploy than conventional infrastructure, and can be repositioned as needed.

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Caterpillar (CAT) advances sustainable mining with first battery electric 793 large truck

Electrek

The leading construction and mining equipment manufacturer, Caterpillar (CAT), is plowing ahead with plans to advance sustainable mining. Caterpillar successfully tested its first battery electric 793 large mining truck. more…. The post Caterpillar (CAT) advances sustainable mining with first battery electric 793 large truck appeared first on Electrek.

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Aral pilots two new lower carbon fuels in Germany; 25% less CO? compared to pure fossil fuels

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Aral is piloting two new fuels in Germany: Aral Futura Super 95 and Aral Futura Diesel. Both fuels reduce CO 2 emissions compared to pure fossil fuels by at least 25% and contain at least 30% of high-quality renewable components, including a significant share of advanced renewable components. They are now publicly available for customers at one Aral station in Berlin and one in Düsseldorf.

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Spy video: Model suspected to be NIO ET5 shooting brake seen in road test

CN EV Post

The shooting brake models were previously a niche market in China, but the unexpected success of the Zeekr 001 has made such models increasingly popular. The post Spy video: Model suspected to be NIO ET5 shooting brake seen in road test appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Rio Tinto validates BioIron process for low-carbon iron-making; biomass and microwave energy

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Rio Tinto has shown the effectiveness of a low-carbon iron-making process using ores from its mines in Australia in a small-scale pilot plant in Germany, and is now planning the development of a larger-scale pilot plant to further assess its potential to help decarbonize the steel value chain. The process, known as BioIron, uses raw biomass instead of metallurgical coal as a reductant and microwave energy to convert Pilbara iron ore to metallic iron in the steelmaking process. ( Earlier post.

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

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Here’s how you can maximize your Ford F-150 Lightning range this winter

Electrek

Ford’s first fully electric pickup, the F-150 Lightning , has been selling like hotcakes. However, with winter upon us, Ford has released a few tips to help Lightning drivers get the most out of their range in the cold weather. more…. The post Here’s how you can maximize your Ford F-150 Lightning range this winter appeared first on Electrek.

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Mazda partners for the development and production of electric drive units

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Mazda Motor Corporation is planning to complete the electrification of all vehicle models by 2030 and is currently working together with various partner companies on a range of electrification-related research projects that are also designed to stimulate the local economy and contribute to the development of local industry and innovation. One of these projects is the joint development and production of electric drive units.

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Aptera Partners With Italian Composites Manufacturer To Accelerate Production

CleanTechnica EVs

Aptera is doing things very differently from other vehicle manufacturers. It doesn’t take a deep dive on the vehicle’s design and technology to know this, because Aptera’s vehicles are obviously very different. They look a lot more like an airplane than a car, and they’re covered in solar panels, which gives you a big clue […].

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Phoenix Motor partners with CATL for EV batteries

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Phoenix Motor, a manufacturer of all-electric, medium-duty vehicles, signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with leading battery-maker Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL) for the co- development of batteries for Phoenix Motorcars’ product lines. The MOU will support the long-term supply of battery solutions and related products for Phoenix’s commercial electric vehicles including Gen 4 vehicles, as well as the potential co-operation on Gen 5 and EdisonFuture (Gen 6) models in

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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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Aptera says it will use Tesla’s charge connector in its solar electric car

Electrek

Aptera has confirmed that it plans to use Tesla’s charge connector, now known as the North American Charging Standard (NACS), in its upcoming solar electric car. more…. The post Aptera says it will use Tesla’s charge connector in its solar electric car appeared first on Electrek.

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ARPA-E awarding $100M to second SCALEUP cohort of 8 projects

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The US Department of Energy’ (DOE’s) Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E) is awarding $100 million to eight clean energy technology projects through the Seeding Critical Advances for Leading Energy technologies with Untapped Potential (SCALEUP) program. SCALEUP ( earlier post ) provides a path to market for previously funded ARPA-E projects that have established market interest and proven successes within the respective industry.

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Caterpillar tests massive battery electric mining truck destined for Australian mine

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Caterpillar demonstrates its first battery electric large mining truck – a whopping beast destined for new Australian iron ore mine. The post Caterpillar tests massive battery electric mining truck destined for Australian mine appeared first on The Driven.

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BYD to build battery base with 20 GWh annual capacity in Wenzhou, Zhejiang

CN EV Post

BYD currently has about 20 power battery production bases in China, and analysts expect it to have a capacity of 285 GWh by the end of this year. The post BYD to build battery base with 20 GWh annual capacity in Wenzhou, Zhejiang appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Despite more than a million riders, Paris may ban rental e-scooters

Electrek

Paris is considering an all-out ban on the insanely popular rental electric scooters in the coming weeks, with backers of the plan saying that they clog up the streets and sidewalks, freak out pedestrians, and aren’t even that green due to their “very short life.”. more…. The post Despite more than a million riders, Paris may ban rental e-scooters appeared first on Electrek.

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How innovation is driving demand for tantalum

Innovation News Network

The chemical inertness of tantalum makes it a valuable substance for laboratory equipment, and as a substitute for platinum. The post How innovation is driving demand for tantalum appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Escend Blades Alpha review: Electric skates are here, and they’re pretty rad

Electrek

The future has officially arrived, and its in the form of all-electric skates designed by Escend out of the UK. These aren’t roller skates with fireworks attached to them like the early pioneers of MTV’s Jackass , nor are they the regular old inlines we donned during our first couple’s skate in the 90s. Instead, the Escend Blades Alpha have successfully combined the joy of inline skating with the unmatched, effortless velocity that comes with electric motors.

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Innovative Solar Roof Adds Over 700 Miles Of Range A Year To Electrified Genesis G80

Electric Cars Report

Research from Genesis has shown that by harnessing the power of the sun, the Electrified G80’s state-of-the-art solar roof can add up to an additional 1,150 km / 715 miles of range a year. Available as an option, the solar roof panel uses an advanced photovoltaic (PV) material made from silicon, which is used as […] The post Innovative Solar Roof Adds Over 700 Miles Of Range A Year To Electrified Genesis G80 appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Spy shots: BYD's Yangwang brand tests off-road SUV in mountain conditions

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Several high-resolution images show Yangwang's off-road SUV being tested in a mountainous environment. The post Spy shots: BYD's Yangwang brand tests off-road SUV in mountain conditions appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Tesla Co-Founder Now Processing EV Battery Minerals

CleanTechnica EVs

Electric vehicle batteries are quickly becoming one of the most important commodities in the USA. Mineral processing operations are largely happening overseas, but one US company created by a Tesla founder and previous CTO is now delving into cathode and anode processing. Tesla co-founder JB Straubel is currently in the battery recycling business with his […].

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Tesla’s next Gigafactory in Asia could be in South Korea

Electrek

Tesla CEO Elon Musk discussed Tesla’s plan for its next Gigafactory in Asia with South Korea’s president – hinting that the country could be on the shortlist. more…. The post Tesla’s next Gigafactory in Asia could be in South Korea appeared first on Electrek.

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Polestar 2 production hits 100,000 units

Electric Cars Report

The 100,000th Polestar 2 was recently produced in Luqiao, China. The car in question is destined for a customer in Ireland, one of the newest Polestar markets, and will feature unique door markings to celebrate the accomplishment. “It’s an amazing achievement – especially given we launched the Polestar 2 during the pandemic. Thank you to […] The post Polestar 2 production hits 100,000 units appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Chevrolet FNR-XE Electric Sedan Concept Breaks Cover In China

InsideEVs

According to Chinese media, an Ultium-based production model based on this design study is expected to debut locally next year.

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Can electric vehicle conversion lead the race to net zero?

Innovation News Network

Discover how electric vehicle conversion can help us successfully navigate the transition to E-mobility worldwide. The post Can electric vehicle conversion lead the race to net zero? appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Domino’s Adding 800 Chevy Bolt EVs To Its Delivery Fleet

CleanTechnica EVs

Domino's is adding more than 800 Chevy Bolt EVs to its delivery fleet in the US to reduce emissions and help delivery people who don't own a serviceable car.

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Genesis GV60 AWD Performance review, quirky tech, speed and luxury

Electrek

Genesis finally delivered the much sought after GV60 to our home for a week test drive, and immediately I had questions: Wy all of this amazing speed, interesting tech and luxury, but no wireless CarPlay? more…. The post Genesis GV60 AWD Performance review, quirky tech, speed and luxury appeared first on Electrek.

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LG Chem to Establish Largest Cathode Plant in US for EV Batteries

Electric Cars Report

LG Chem has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the state of Tennessee to establish a new cathode manufacturing facility in Clarksville with an investment of more than USD 3 billion. The new plant in Clarksville, Tennessee will be the largest of its kind in the United States, covering 420 acres with a production […] The post LG Chem to Establish Largest Cathode Plant in US for EV Batteries appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Quick Charge Podcast: November 23, 2022

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: November 23, 2022 appeared first on Electrek.

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BYD Partners With Auto Nejma To Bring Its EVs To Morocco

CleanTechnica EVs

Morocco’s EV scene is making some good progress. Morocco wants to be a leader in the automotive industry in Africa. The Moroccan automotive industry represented 27.6% of the kingdom’s exports in 2019. Keeping up with key trends in the global automotive industry will ensure that such a key pillar of Morocco’s economy will continue to […].

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Tesla (TSLA) gets strong Wall Street backing, stopping the stock’s free fall

Electrek

Tesla (TSLA) is getting help from Wall Street with several analysts pointing to the stock now being at a buying opportunity level, which is helping to stop the bleeding. more…. The post Tesla (TSLA) gets strong Wall Street backing, stopping the stock’s free fall appeared first on Electrek.

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