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CARB: CA’s 100-station hydrogen refueling station target could be met by end of 2023

Green Car Congress

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has released the 2021 issue of its Annual Evaluation of Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Deployment and Hydrogen Fuel Station Network Development , pursuant to the requirements of Assembly Bill 8 (2013). This report is the eighth annual publication. This year’s report is the first to find that the 100-station target of AB 8 could be met by the end of 2023 based on stations that are currently Open-Retail or under development.

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Elio Motors pivots to 150-mile Elio-E EV, gasoline version still not canceled

Green Car Reports

Last week Elio Motors put a price on a 150-mile, fully electric version of its high-efficiency, three-wheeled car: $14,900. That’s a different format—and price—than the original Elio, which still hasn’t arrived 12 years after its original announcement and 9 years after its originally anticipated arrival date. Call the.

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Citroën ë-Berlingo Van now available to order

Green Car Congress

The Citroën ë-Berlingo Van is now available to order. The electric version of the Berlingo, the second biggest seller in its segment in Europe, offers a driving range of up to 275 km (WLTP) from its 50 kWh battery and a volume of up to 4.4m³. ë-Berlingo Van is targeted in particular at SMEs, delivery companies, craftsmen and tradesmen who make a lot of short-distance trips and need free access to their loading area in regulated zones.

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2022 Volvo XC40 Recharge earns higher EPA range and efficiency vs. 2021

Green Car Reports

Recently-published EPA range and efficiency ratings for the 2022 Volvo XC40 Recharge electric crossover show increases over the 2021 model. Volvo hasn't confirmed any changes to range or efficiency for the 2022 XC40 Recharge, which largely carries over from its 2021 debut. However, the EPA's Fueleconomy.gov website shows 223 miles of range, with.

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

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Researchers use chemical looping process to produce hydrogen from hydrogen sulfide gas

Green Car Congress

Researchers at The Ohio State University have used a chemical looping process to produce hydrogen from hydrogen sulfide gas—commonly called “sewer gas”. Hydrogen sulfide is emitted from manure piles and sewer pipes and is a key byproduct of industrial activities including refining oil and gas, producing paper and mining. The process is detailed in a paper in the journal ACS Sustainable Chemical Engineering.

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SpaceX to launch Crew Dragon and Starlink satellites less than 48 hours apart

Teslarati

After launching just once in the last ten weeks, SpaceX appears to be set to return to H1 2021 stride and has scheduled the launches of a historic all-private Crew Dragon mission and the first batch of laser-linked Starlink ‘V1.5’ satellites less than 48 hours apart. First up, SpaceX is on track for its first dedicated Starlink launch in almost four months (~16 weeks) – this time carrying upgraded V1.5 spacecraft – as early as 8:55 pm PDT, Monday, September 13th (03:55 UT

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Nitro, West Virginia, Joins Police Forces With Tesla Patrol Cars

CleanTechnica EVs

The City of Nitro, West Virginia, has joined other cities across the nation that have added a Tesla vehicle to their fleets. The city bought its Tesla Model 3 for around $40,000 and will invest another $10,000 to modify the vehicle for use by the police force — lights, sirens, and other equipment must be […].

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Albemarle estimates lithium market to grow at approximately 30% CAGR to 2025

Green Car Congress

Albemarle, a leading global producer of lithium, bromine and catalyst solutions, expects lithium industry demand to reach 1.14 million MT LCE (lithium carbonate equivalent) by 2025—approaching approximately 30% CAGR—driven by increasing EV sales volumes and battery sizes. With battery costs declining and performance improving, there is an increasing need for higher-quality lithium.

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Tesla FSD Beta 10.1 would be capable of reversing maneuvers

Teslarati

Tesla CEO Elon Musk now announced an upcoming FSD Beta capability to make the driver-assist system operate even more humanlike. Tesla’s Full Self-Driving Beta is designed to be an eventual replacement for a competent human driver. And while the current iteration of the advanced driver-assist system still has a lot of room for improvement, there is little doubt that FSD Beta 10 is far more confident and runs smoother than its previous iterations.

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ExxonMobil reports oil discovery at Pinktail, offshore Guyana

Green Car Congress

ExxonMobil has made a discovery at Pinktail in the Stabroek Block offshore Guyana. The Pinktail well encountered 220 feet (67 meters) of net pay in high quality hydrocarbon bearing sandstone reservoirs. In addition to successful appraisal of the Turbot discovery, the Turbot-2 well encountered 43 feet (13 meters) of net pay in a newly identified, high quality hydrocarbon bearing sandstone reservoir separate from the 75 feet (23 meters) of high quality, oil bearing sandstone reservoir pay encounte

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

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Tesla tried to charge $22,500 for new battery pack when a $5,000 repair did the trick

Electrek

Tesla has tried to charge a Model S owner $22,500 for a battery pack replacement out of warranty, but a third-party shop was able to fix the issue for a fraction of that cost. more… The post Tesla tried to charge $22,500 for new battery pack when a $5,000 repair did the trick appeared first on Electrek.

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2022 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid starts at $46,165, fits into growing family of electrified models

Green Car Reports

The 2022 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid will start at $46,165 when it arrives at dealerships within the next few months, according to CarsDirect. That base price, which includes a mandatory $1,175 destination charge, is about $5,000 more than a comparable gasoline Sorento, the website said. However, available incentives could close that pricing gap.

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How Much Do Electric Vehicles Actually Displace Gasoline? 500 Million Gallons Displaced in 2020 in USA

CleanTechnica EVs

The growth of electric vehicles is fun and exciting to those of us who are interested in the new tech, but the truly important target is to cut gasoline use in order to stop catastrophic climate change (not to mention deadly air pollution). So, more than any stat about EV sales, what’s important is seeing […].

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Tesla Autopilot results in decreased driver attention, new study finds

Electrek

A new study based on MIT Advanced Vehicle Technology data found that Tesla Autopilot results in a noticeable decrease in driver attention when activated. more… The post Tesla Autopilot results in decreased driver attention, new study finds appeared first on Electrek.

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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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Lowest-priced EVs, Elio electric, Volvo XC40 Recharge range boost, Kia Sorento PHEV price: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Need a new electric car for well under $40,000? You have a lot of choices. The Volvo XC40 Recharge gets a range boost, and the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid gets a price tag. And Elio is back with an EV—timeline, to be announced. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Elio Motors is at it again. Last week, the company put a price on a.

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Electric car with extension and expandable solar offers a glimpse of future RV life

Electrek

A new electric solar car project with a living extension and expandable solar panels is giving us a glimpse into what the future might hold for RV/van life. more… The post Electric car with extension and expandable solar offers a glimpse of future RV life appeared first on Electrek.

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EV Battery Mineral And Mining Updates With Rodney Hooper

CleanTechnica EVs

I recently sat down with Rodney Hooper of RK Equity to get an update on what’s happening in the EV battery market and EV battery mining world, including what’s happening with Tesla’s EV battery goals nearly a year after Tesla Battery Day. Rodney started off by highlighting the huge EV sales boom this year (which […].

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Missouri’s largest wind farm is shut off at night to protect bats – is this overkill?

Electrek

Missouri’s largest wind farm has been switching off at night since April 19 to avoid killing endangered and threatened bats. Is this good environmental stewardship, or is it throwing out the baby with the bathwater? more… The post Missouri’s largest wind farm is shut off at night to protect bats – is this overkill? appeared first on Electrek.

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Cities Need To Build Robust EV Infrastructure

CleanTechnica EVs

The deployment of EV charging infrastructure is critical for the growth of the EV market, and cities have an important role to play.

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NIO unveils ET7 sedan for Germany ahead of 2022 deliveries

Electrek

NIO recently debuted its upcoming ET7 sedan in Germany, representing the EV’s European debut. While the Chinese automaker continues to roll out its electric ES8 SUV in Norway this month, we now know plans to expand further into Europe next year, beginning with Germany. more… The post NIO unveils ET7 sedan for Germany ahead of 2022 deliveries appeared first on Electrek.

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How To Make Affordable EVs Even More Affordable, Utility Edition

CleanTechnica EVs

Affordable EVs are getting even more affordable as utility companies seek new markets for electricity in the personal mobility sector.

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Ola’s popular 70 mph electric scooters to be built entirely by women. Here’s why

Electrek

Ola Electric’s CEO Bhavish Aggarwal keeps making waves in the industry with new revelations following the launch of the company’s highly anticipated S1 and S1 Pro high speed electric scooters. more… The post Ola’s popular 70 mph electric scooters to be built entirely by women. Here’s why appeared first on Electrek.

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Volkswagen’s Tesla Model 3 Rival Seen Testing In The Alps

InsideEVs

The fully-electric Passat equivalent will be here in two years' time out for Model 3 blood.

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Eurobike 2021: Here are the top 20 coolest electric bikes we saw at the show!

Electrek

After skipping a year due to the COVID19 Pandemic , Eurobike 2021 returned to Friedrichshafen, Germany, nearly two years to the day after the previous rendition of one of the world’s largest and most important bicycle trade shows. The show was immeasurably different (much like the world itself over the last 18 months), but it still hosted some of the most interesting new updates to bicycle tech we’ve seen in years.

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Electrifying Trucking from Delhi to Shenzhen & San Francisco

CleanTechnica EVs

How Lessons Learned Around the Globe Can Accelerate the Electrification of Road Freight.

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Why more offices should have EV chargers | EVBox

EV Box

The modern office has evolved dramatically since the beginning of the century. Employees gained more freedom than ever before, companies began competing on employee benefits beyond compensation and healthcare, and employee engagement became a common boardroom mantra.

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Elon Musk Emails Employees To Tell Them To ‘Go Super Hardcore’

InsideEVs

He was referring to them ramping up work in order to have good Q3 delivery numbers.

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5 reasons why EV chargers boost employee satisfaction | EVBox

EV Box

The automotive industry is on the brink of a new era. Today, one in ten vehicles sold in Europe is electric. By 2030, it’s estimated that there will be up to 240 million electric vehicles (EVs) on the roads worldwide.

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Tesla FSD V10 Released, Impresses Testers With Its Improvements

InsideEVs

FSD V10 is now out, although it’s only for registered testers, not all Tesla drivers.

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Climate impact of lithium-ion batteries & how to measure it 

Electric Vehicles India

Climate impact of lithium-ion batteries & how to measure it . Lithium-ion batteries are something which everyone prefers over lead-acid batteries, since the last ten years its been seen used mostly mobiles to every electronic appliance. Now it is playing an important role in the world’s decarbonisation and reduction of greenhouse gases (GHG). Most importantly at present, it is playing an important role in electrifying vehicles including cars, buses, trucks and ferries and in electric bikes ,

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Quick Charge Podcast: September 13, 2021

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: September 13, 2021 appeared first on Electrek.

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US: BEV Market More Than Doubled Through July 2021

InsideEVs

Tesla controls nearly two-thirds of the all-electric car market (by volume).

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Skoda joins EV Experience Centre press release 

Electric Vehicles India

Skoda joins EV Experience Centre press release . Skoda in its press release said that after a successful partnership with Volkswagen for four years, we’re excited to be adding another Volkswagen Group member to the EV Experience Centre. In 2016, Go Ultra Low launched its ‘Low Carbon City Scheme’ aimed at improving emissions in major cities across the country, and with exclusive funding awarded to 4 chosen cities.

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Is House EV Tax Credit Proposal Targeting Tesla? Huge Increase For Unions

InsideEVs

If the latest proposal were to pass, Tesla would lose $4,500 per car for not being unionized. Musk chimes in.