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MARAD launches 16-month study on alternative fuels and power options for Great Lakes shipping

Green Car Congress

The US Maritime Administration (MARAD)—the US Department of Transportation agency responsible for the US waterborne transportation system— launched a 16-month study exploring low-carbon options for shipping on the Great Lakes. The study group, led by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) in partnership with the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) and the Conference of Great Lakes and St.

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Review: 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV showcases the brand’s best

Green Car Reports

The redesigned 2023 Outlander plug-in hybrid is Mitsubishi’s most important vehicle. Not in terms of sales volume, performance, or even competitive efficiency: Instead, the three-row SUV showcases Mitsubishi’s potential moving forward. With an improved drive system and premium appointments, the new Outlander PHEV promises that.

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Umicore inaugurates CAM plant in Poland; complete battery materials value chain in Europe

Green Car Congress

Umicore last week inaugurated its carbon-neutral production facility for cathode active materials (CAM) for electric vehicles in Nysa, Poland. This makes Umicore the first company in Europe with a complete circular and sustainable battery materials value chain. The gigafactory will supply battery materials to Umicore’s car and battery cell customers in Europe and marks an important step in achieving the European Union’s ambition of having its own battery ecosystem that is both sustainable and co

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Tesla Semi electric trucks spotted being shipped around ahead of deliveries

Electrek

Several Tesla Semi electric trucks have been spotted being shipped around the country ahead of the long-awaited start of deliveries. more…. The post Tesla Semi electric trucks spotted being shipped around ahead of deliveries appeared first on Electrek.

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

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PNNL process extracts magnesium salt from seawater using laminar coflow

Green Car Congress

Researchers from Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) and the University of Washington (UW) have developed a simple way to isolate a pure magnesium salt, a feedstock for magnesium metal, from seawater. The new method flows two solutions side-by-side in a long stream. Called the laminar coflow method (LCM), the process takes advantage of the fact that the flowing solutions create a constantly reacting boundary.

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NIO takes stake in Australian lithium firm Greenwing, sending latter's share price soaring over 60%

CN EV Post

NIO, through its wholly owned subsidiary Blue Northstar Limited, has agreed to pay A$12 million to Greenwing in a strategic financing deal. The post NIO takes stake in Australian lithium firm Greenwing, sending latter's share price soaring over 60% appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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China extends NEV purchase tax exemption until end of 2023 in official announcement

CN EV Post

Three Chinese government departments announced in a joint statement that NEVs purchased between January 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023 will be exempt from purchase taxes. The post China extends NEV purchase tax exemption until end of 2023 in official announcement appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Rio Tinto and Shougang Group to explore steel decarbonization solutions

Green Car Congress

Rio Tinto and Shougang Group , one of the world’s top 10 steel producers, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote research, design and implementation of low-carbon solutions for the steel value chain. The MoU’s focus areas include low-carbon sintering technology, blast furnace (BF) and basic oxygen furnace (BOF) optimization , and carbon capture and utilization (CCU).

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A fire broke out at Tesla Gigafactory Berlin; locals call for production stop

Electrek

A fire broke out at Tesla Gigafactory Berlin’s recycling plant in the early hours of the morning, and now a local group that has been fighting the project is using the fire to call for stopping production. more…. The post A fire broke out at Tesla Gigafactory Berlin; locals call for production stop appeared first on Electrek.

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U-M leads new DOE-funded research center for ceramic ion conductors; MUSIC

Green Car Congress

A new $10.95-million research center, led by Michigan Engineering and funded by the US Department of Energy, will focus on understanding an emerging branch of science involving mechanical and chemical phenomena that affect advanced battery designs. The University of Michigan (U-M) and eight partner institutions will explore the use of ceramic ion conductors as replacements for the traditional liquid or polymer electrolytes in common lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and in flow cells f

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

Brief

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SpaceX produces 1M Starlink terminals ~19 months after preorders opened

Teslarati

Starlink’s ramp is accelerating, and it is getting undeniable. Just around 19 months since opening pre-orders for the satellite internet system, SpaceX has produced 1 million Starlink terminals. Initial reports of the feat were reported recently, with space influencers such as @esherifftv noting that SpaceX has produced its 1 millionth Starlink terminal.

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Chevron and MOECO to collaborate on Advanced Closed Loop geothermal technology

Green Car Congress

Chevron New Energies, and Mitsui Oil Exploration (MOECO) signed a Joint Collaboration Agreement to explore the technical and commercial feasibility of advanced geothermal power generation in Japan. Building on Chevron and MOECO’s long-standing relationship, the new collaboration will study geothermal resource potential across Japan and will evaluate the effectiveness of Advanced Closed Loop (ACL) technology for a future joint pilot project in Japan.

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H2X Warrego hydrogen fuel cell Ford Ranger breaks cover, Aussie production soon

EV Central

The first prototype of the hydrogen fuel cell Ford Ranger ute dubbed the Warrego by its developer, the Australian start-up H2X Global, has hit the road in the Netherlands. And to prove it, H2X has issued two videos, one showing the previous-generation Ranger dual-cab ute in action and the other adding a look under the skin at its new powertrain. The H2X Warrego pops up just weeks after Queensland start-up Roev announced plans to launch production of battery electric Toyotas Hilux and Ford Ranger

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PowerCo and Umicore establish joint venture for European battery materials production

Electric Cars Report

PowerCo, the new battery company of the Volkswagen Group, and Umicore, the Belgian circular materials technology group, announced today the founding of a joint venture for precursor and cathode material production in Europe. From 2025 onwards, the joint venture will supply PowerCo’s European battery cell factories with key materials. By the end of the decade, […] The post PowerCo and Umicore establish joint venture for European battery materials production appeared first on Electric

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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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Report: Nikola Badger fuel-cell pickup would have relied almost entirely on GM

Green Car Reports

The now-cancelled Nikola Badger hydrogen fuel-cell pickup truck was to be manufactured by General Motors with Nikola's tech, but the latter had virtually nothing to do with the engineering of the truck, according to testimony from a GM executive. Scott Damman, a senior manager in GM's software division, was sent to work with Nikola after the two.

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BYD and Castrosua Partner for Customised eBus Production in Spain

Electric Cars Report

BYD, the world’s leading EV manufacturer, has signed a framework agreement with Castrosua, the bus and coach body assembly specialist in Spain, to produce eco-friendly customised 12-metre eBuses in Spain, specifically for the Spanish market. The BYD-Castrosua 12-metre eBuses will be built on the BYD advanced chassis with electric powertrain, and incorporate the Castrosua NELEC […] The post BYD and Castrosua Partner for Customised eBus Production in Spain appeared first on Electric Cars Rep

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SEA Electric to double output of Australian electric truck factory

The Driven EV News

SEA Electric's Dandenong truck factory to doubled its output thanks to planned expansion, and will add V2G facilities. The post SEA Electric to double output of Australian electric truck factory appeared first on The Driven.

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Xiaomi-backed startup unveils electric sports car priced under $42,000

CN EV Post

The electric sports car, called SC01, will be available for official orders starting in the third quarter of 2023, with deliveries beginning in the fourth quarter of next year. The post Xiaomi-backed startup unveils electric sports car priced under $42,000 appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Volkswagen’s PowerCo forms new partnership to produce battery materials for 2.2M EVs 

Electrek

Volkswagen’s new battery company, PowerCo, announced Monday that it would be forming a joint venture with Umicore to produce battery materials for around 2.2 million EVs. The new joint venture is a significant milestone, establishing one of the first fully integrated auto supply chains as VW looks to ramp up EV sales. more…. The post Volkswagen’s PowerCo forms new partnership to produce battery materials for 2.2M EVs appeared first on Electrek.

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New method to extract magnesium from seawater

Innovation News Network

Researchers have developed a new method to extract magnesium from seawater to assist the US’ transition to clean energy. The post New method to extract magnesium from seawater appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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NIO forms strategic partnership with local architecture service provider

CN EV Post

L&A Design said it will be responsible for the design and on-site management services for NIO's electric vehicle industrial parks in multiple regions. The post NIO forms strategic partnership with local architecture service provider appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Electric Utes for Australia & New Zealand

CleanTechnica EVs

While EV enthusiasts in Australia and New Zealand might be holding out for a Rivian or a Ford F-150 Lightning, they may have to make do with the Chinese LDV T60 EV (eT60) instead. The vehicle is available for order in New Zealand now and should be launched late this year or early next year […].

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Aiways U6 SUV-Coupé on last test drives on European roads

Electric Cars Report

With very little camouflage left, several prototypes of the Aiways U6 SUV-Coupé have entered the last phase of testing ahead of market launch in Europe. Final tests are now being run to validate the demanding development and testing program in China, including high-speed highway driving. Cycle tests and type approvals for various markets will also […] The post Aiways U6 SUV-Coupé on last test drives on European roads appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Towing With Ford F-150 Lightning A "Total Disaster," Owner Finds

InsideEVs

Tyler Hoover from the "Hoovies Garage" YouTube channel was shocked to see the range cut in half even when towing an empty trailer.

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UK driving behaviours changing due to cost-of-living crisis, Kia survey finds

Electric Cars Report

With the cost-of-living crisis becoming more embedded, a nationwide survey commissioned by Kia has identified that a significant proportion of UK motorists have changed their driving habits to save money. 37% say they are now using their car less for short urban journeys, and 37% have instead taken to walking or cycling ‘where possible’. With […] The post UK driving behaviours changing due to cost-of-living crisis, Kia survey finds appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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World’s largest scenario database for automated vehicles opens to public

Innovation News Network

Experts have launched credit-based public access to the largest public store of scenarios for testing automated vehicles. The post World’s largest scenario database for automated vehicles opens to public appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV review, Tesla CCS adapter, Nikola Badger postmortem: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

Tesla models in the U.S. and Canada can fast-charge at a wider range of stations. The Nikola Badger hydrogen fuel-cell pickup would have essentially been a GM product, according to testimony. And how well does the Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-In Hybrid rival the Toyota RAV4 Prime? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Tesla has released a $250.

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UK Space Agency awards two projects £4m to combat space junk

Innovation News Network

The UK Space Agency is financing two UK-based companies – ClearSpace and Astroscale – £4m to tackle hazardous space junk. The post UK Space Agency awards two projects £4m to combat space junk appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Acura VP Says NSX Likely To Return With All-Electric Propulsion

InsideEVs

Acura Vice President and Brand Officer Jon Ikeda says he would bet the third-gen NSX will return as an all-electric model.

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More than half of all new trucks will be electric by 2035: report

The Driven EV News

More than half of all newly registered trucks in Europe, the US and China will be electric by 2035, new report says. The post More than half of all new trucks will be electric by 2035: report appeared first on The Driven.

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GM & Lithion Announce an Investment & Strategic Partnership Agreement to Pursue a Circular EV Battery Ecosystem

CleanTechnica EVs

Normally, it’s us EV enthusiasts and EV media who have to debunk all of the FUD. “The grid can’t handle EVs!” they say. “Batteries are toxic, and you can’t recycle them!” they go to next. In the past, we’ve had to look at how things would work in theory, and what answers the future holds. […].

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EVs and EV Adoption

Noodoe

It’ll come as no surprise that the tide has been turning in the direction of electric vehicles. Anyone who has paid any attention these last few years (especially the last six months) has seen this inexorable cultural shift happening worldwide. At the moment, about 40% of Americans are at least somewhat interested in purchasing an… Read More » EVs and EV Adoption.

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Why are there so many conflicting reports on Tesla’s Giga Berlin battery plans?

Teslarati

Tesla is putting Giga Berlin’s battery plans on hold. Tesla is moving forward with Giga Berlin’s battery plans. The conflicting headlines continue and according to the most recent report by Auto News , Tesla is shifting its resources away from Berlin to Texas in order to receive benefits from the Inflation Reduction Act. The report noted that Tesla paused its plans for a 50 gigawatt-hour battery factory next to the car assembly plant in Grünheide.

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Volkswagen Subsidiary Elli Enters Partnership To Integrate EVs Into Grid

CleanTechnica EVs

One of the biggest pieces of misinformation flying around about EV adoption is that power grids can’t handle electric vehicles. We’ve debunked this one repeatedly (you can find a good article here), but it’s something we keep seeing and seeing and seeing. This is largely because it’s a very good simple lie that has enough […].

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