Fri.Jun 11, 2021

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ADL unveils its first electric three-axle double-deck bus for North America: Enviro500EV CHARGE

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Alexander Dennis Limited (ADL), a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc. (NFI), unveiled its first electric three-axle double deck bus for North America. The Enviro500EV CHARGE is the North American all-electric version of the world’s best-selling double deck bus, and is produced by NFI subsidiary Alexander Dennis Limited (ADL). An electric portal axle with hub motors provides fast and efficient propulsion for the Enviro500EV CHARGE with 2×125kW peak power output.

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2022 Lexus NX: 36-mile plug-in hybrid, 36-MPG hybrid help normalize electrified luxury

Green Car Reports

In the not-too-distant past, Lexus has leaned on marketing to portray hybrid models that plug in as second-class. And so it’s a momentous hat-tip to the future—and concession to that past—that the Toyota luxury brand has made the quickest, top-of-the-line model in its NX compact crossover lineup a plug-in hybrid.

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Oberon Fuels starts commercial production of renewable dimethyl ether (rDME)

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Oberon Fuels, producer of clean-burning dimethyl ether (DME) transportation fuel, has begun production of the first renewable DME (rDME) in the United States, and the only current commercial production of this in the world. Because rDME’s properties allow it to store and transport renewable hydrogen cost-effectively, this milestone unlocks Oberon’s ability to reduce emissions from transportation today, while potentially accelerating the development of the hydrogen economy.

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CHAdeMO fast-charging standard shunned by France: Are emerging markets its future?

Green Car Reports

In the war over EV DC fast-charging standards, CHAdeMO has lost a major battle. France will no longer require charging stations to support CHAdeMO alongside the Combined Charging Standard (CCS), according to Electrive (via Charged EVs). The French government has reversed its position from 2017, when it required new charging stations to support.

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

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Schlumberger New Energy and Panasonic Energy of North America partner on new battery-grade DLE lithium production process

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Schlumberger New Energy and Panasonic Energy of North America, a division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, have entered into a collaboration agreement for the validation and optimization of the innovative and sustainable lithium extraction and production process to be used by Schlumberger New Energy at its Neolith Energy pilot plant in Nevada. ( Earlier post.).

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Ford F-150 Lightning: 85-mpg gasoline vehicle footprint, will keep getting cleaner with the grid

Green Car Reports

The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning may not be the most efficient EV, but it will have a much lower carbon footprint than the internal-combustion F-150. And a new Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) analysis helps underscore how significant than difference is. "For over 70% of the population in the United States, driving the electric version of this.

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Tesla Model S Plaid debut, 85-mpg Ford F-150 Lightning, CHAdeMO fast-charging: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

The Ford F-150 Lightning might not be efficient by EV standards, but it’s the equivalent of an 85-mpg fuel-sipper. Tesla rolls out the Model S Plaid by showing how it checks all the boxes in outperforming gasoline models. And the CHAdeMO fast-charging standard is still growing. Is that a good thing? This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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Northvolt raises $2.75B to expand battery cell manufacturing capacity; Swedish gigafactory to 60 GWh

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Northvolt announced the signing of a $2.75-billion private placement to finance further battery cell production capacity and R&D efforts in order to meet the increasing demand of customers engaged in the transition to decarbonized, electric solutions. The private placement was co-led by new investors AP funds 1-4, via the co-owned company, 4 to 1 Investments, and OMERS, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, alongside existing investors Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Volkswag

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Cybertruck & F-150 Lightning Demand Tied, Overall EV Demand Strong

CleanTechnica EVs

If you’re a rabid fan for Tesla or a rabid fan for Ford, I’ve got bad news for both of you: demand for both of the companies’ electric trucks is about tied, according to a recent poll. If you’re more normal like the rest of us, this comes as no surprise. The Poll Consumer insight […].

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OneD Battery Sciences introduces SINANODE process; fusing silicon nanowires onto graphite powder for anode materials

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OneD Battery Sciences is introducing its SINANODE process. SINANODE seamlessly integrates into existing manufacturing processes to fuse silicon nanowires onto commercial graphite powders, tripling the energy density of the anode while halving its cost per kWh, according to the company. The higher energy density increases battery range while nanowires shorten charging time.

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

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First look at Tesla’s new user interface

Electrek

With the release of Tesla’s new Model S Plaid, the automaker has designed a brand new user interface, and we take a first look at it in this article. It’s more intuitive and customizable. more… The post First look at Tesla’s new user interface appeared first on Electrek.

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BMW, Bosch, Volkswagen founding members of Quantum Technology and Application Consortium (QUTAC)

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Ten leading German corporations are jointly founding the Quantum Technology and Application Consortium ( QUTAC ). The goal of the newly founded consortium is to identify, develop, test, and share applications for quantum computing and to identify funding needs. Specifically, applications for the technology, chemical and pharmaceutical, insurance and automotive industries are to be brought to market maturity.

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The World’s Quickest Car, Safest Car, & Most Powerful Computer On Wheels — Tesla Model S Plaid

CleanTechnica EVs

“The public tends to respond to precedents and superlatives,” Musk once said back in 2012, the year the original Tesla Model S was introduced. A decade later, Musk unveiled the first major overhaul of Tesla’s premium sedan and he was full of superlatives. This beast will be the world’s fastest, (likely) safest, and be equipped with the most powerful computing prowess of any […].

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eVTOL company Vertical Aerospace logs up to 1,000 pre-orders valued at up to $4B

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Vertical Aerospace, developer of the VA-X4 eVTOL aircraft ( earlier post ), announced investments from American Airlines, Avolon, Honeywell and Rolls-Royce, who have invested in the PIPE and are part of Vertical’s strategic partner ecosystem; Microsoft’s M12, 40 North and Rocket Internet SE have also invested in the business. Commercial partnerships and individual conditional pre-orders have also been agreed with American Airlines, Virgin Atlantic and Avolon for up to 1,000 aircraft in total&mda

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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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Tesla Model X Plaid makes an appearance at Model S Plaid delivery event

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The Tesla Model X Plaid made an appearance at the Model S Plaid’s delivery event. And based on images and videos of the newly redesigned flagship SUV, the new Model X would be just as jaw-dropping as its sedan sibling, especially when it comes to its raw power and bleeding-edge tech. . Images of a white Model X Plaid with a six-seat configuration and 22″ Turbine Wheels made the rounds online as attendees of the Model S Plaid delivery event enjoyed the occasion’s after-party.

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Plug Power to build green hydrogen plant in Georgia

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Plug Power plans to build a green hydrogen production plant in Camden County, Georgia, to serve customers across the southeastern United States. The announcement affirms Plug Power’s continued commitment to establish the first North American green hydrogen supply network, as the Camden County plant extends Plug Power’s service coverage across the entire eastern seaboard of the US.

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Could Tesla Really Have Over One Million Cybertruck Pre-Orders?

CleanTechnica EVs

It has been over a year since the Cybertruck was formally unveiled, and it still remains one of the most controversial production vehicles ever to hit the market. Its sci-fi, futuristic (albeit apocalyptic) looks have drawn questions whether the design might be far too radical to be successful. Tesla Cybertruck. Image courtesy of Tesla. Those fears were soon quelled when Musk […].

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Tesla Model S Plaid owners manual reveals how “Auto Shift” works

Teslarati

“I think generally all input is error,” said Tesla CEO Elon Musk when he explained the Model S Plaid’s Auto Shift feature. Tesla removed the stalks when reinventing the Tesla Model S Plaid’s design. “If you have to do something that the car could have done already, that should be taken care of; the software should just do it,” Musk remarked. .

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EGEB: American Airlines, Virgin Atlantic order e-air taxis from UK startup

Electrek

In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB): Vertical Aerospace has pre-orders for around 1,000 of its electric VA-X4 vertical takeoff aircraft. Most Americans support expanding solar and wind energy, but there’s a significant partisan split. UnderstandSolar is a free service that links you to top-rated solar installers in your region for personalized solar estimates.

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Tesla’s Plaid Event highlights a new era of self-driving vehicles: Oppenheimer

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Tesla ( NASDAQ: TSLA ) unveiled its new Plaid Model S last night and rolled out deliveries to those who have been waiting patiently to take delivery of the “Refreshed” version of the company’s flagship sedan. While there were several takeaways from the event that took place at Tesla’s Fremont Factory, Oppenheimer analyst Colin Rusch indicated that his biggest idea from the delivery event was Tesla’s donning of a new, fully autonomous era, and the company is prepping

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How To Take Care Of Your Tesla & Maximize Resale Value

CleanTechnica EVs

It’s an amazing feeling when you take delivery of your first Tesla. There’s the serene silence of having no internal combustion engine, the ultra-smooth acceleration, the leaping torque when you stomp on the accelerator pedal, and, of course, that new-EV smell (we’re convinced that this is different, and better, than the smell of a new […].

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Tesla is using a new 12v Lithium-ion battery in the Model S Plaid

Teslarati

Among the many changes that Tesla implemented in the new Model S Plaid, a new, 12-volt lithium-ion battery is one of the most subtle yet significant improvements the company made to its flagship sedan. The new 12v li-ion battery replaces the conventional lead-acid battery that has been considered the “standard” in automobiles for a long time.

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South America’s largest wind farm starts commercial operations

Electrek

The Rome-headquartered Enel Group’s Brazilian renewable energy subsidiary, Enel Green Power Brasil Participações Ltda, has started commercial operations of the 716 MW Lagoa dos Ventos I and II wind farm in Brazil. It’s South America’s largest wind farm currently in operation and Enel Green Power’s largest wind farm worldwide. . more… The post South America’s largest wind farm starts commercial operations appeared first on Electrek.

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Tesla flexes its overkill infotainment system by running “Cyberpunk 2077” at 60 fps

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When Tesla formally announced the Model S Plaid in its Q4 and FY 2020 Update Letter, the company was quick to point out that company’s new flagship sedan would feature a 10-teraflop infotainment system. Musk even went on to say later that the new Model S and Model X’s infotainment system would be powerful enough to run PS5-level games. . During the Model S Plaid’s delivery event, Tesla definitely proved that there was no hyperbole when it comes to the flagship vehicles’ gaming capabilities.

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Tesla Model S 420 Plaid Is The Best Car In The World (But Not For Me)

CleanTechnica EVs

The previous iterations of the Model S were the best driving machines for years. But they lacked the finesse and aura of quality the competition offered. The Mercedes E-class, Audi A6, or BMW 5 Series had not only the luxury, but also the long legs and high speed they showed on the Autobahn. Speeds even […].

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Tesla Model S Plaid event: Notes from the Elon Musk show

Electrek

We’re still digesting last night’s events here at the Electrek newsroom, and Fred did a great writeup of what’s new last night, but here are our initial reactions. Spoiler alert, we’re serious Plaid fans and will have more to say on it during this afternoon’s Electrek Podcast at 4 p.m. ET. more… The post Tesla Model S Plaid event: Notes from the Elon Musk show appeared first on Electrek.

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Dispatch Electric Scooter Is A Last-Mile Logistics Leader

CleanTechnica EVs

The nimble handling, small physical footprint, and low operating costs of electric scooters make them a natural choice for couriers and local delivery companies, but the rise of last-mile delivery services over the last year has led some people to look past bikes like Vespa and NIU, and look for something a bit more specialized. […].

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Microlino electric bubble car shows off latest prototype with slick-looking interior, folding roof

Electrek

The Microlino 2.0, an electric bubble car with a decidedly BMW Isetta-style design, has entered its final phase of development. The company is now showing off a nearly production-ready third prototype. more… The post Microlino electric bubble car shows off latest prototype with slick-looking interior, folding roof appeared first on Electrek.

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Subsidizing EV Charging Instead Of Electric Cars?

CleanTechnica EVs

I recently came across an interesting idea on Twitter that I think deserves further exposure and discussion. “Elonardo Muskaprario” on Twitter (I’m reasonably sure this isn’t the user’s real name) proposes that we subsidize EV charging instead of the purchase of vehicles. In some ways, this idea makes a lot of sense, and would solve […].

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Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo EPA range numbers released

Electrek

Probably the biggest concern with Porsche’s Taycan is the car’s seemingly low EPA range, especially compared to other EVs in its class. We had a chance to review the bigger, off-road Cross Turismo variant last month and came away thinking that Porsche would be less conservative with its EPA range estimates this time around. We were right but only slightly… more… The post Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo EPA range numbers released appeared first on Electrek.

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The Electric Future Of Off-Roading Looks Bright (Video)

CleanTechnica EVs

Last week, Jeep lent us a Wrangler 4xe, in top Rubicon trim. While the 4xe isn’t a full EV (it’s a plugin hybrid), it does give 20-30 miles of EV range in our testing. When we took the vehicle out on rough trails under nothing but electric power, we realized pretty quickly that we were […].

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Drone video of El Salvador’s upcoming volcano-powered Bitcoin mining facility

Electrek

El Salvador has become the first country in the world to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender. And now, President Nayib Bukele is offering insights into the Central American nation’s plans to undertake cryptocurrency mining with the power of volcanoes. more… The post Drone video of El Salvador’s upcoming volcano-powered Bitcoin mining facility appeared first on Electrek.

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Electric 3-Wheeler Manufacturer Gayam Motor Works Gets $50 Million Investment Commitment From Luxembourg-Based GEM

CleanTechnica EVs

Gayam Motor Works (GMW), a pioneer in the Indian electric mobility space, has announced a $50 million investment commitment from Luxembourg-based GEM Global Yield LLC SCS (GEM) as the company plans to go public. GMW is the largest exporter of electric 3-wheelers (or e-tuktuks) from India, with a presence in UK, France, Portugal, Japan, Nepal, […].

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Podcast: Tesla Model S Plaid launch, Anonymous goes after Elon, Jerome Guillen leaves, and more

Electrek

This week on the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including the launch of the new Tesla Model S Plaid, Anonymous going after Elon Musk, and Tesla’s Jerome Guillen leaving. Thank you to Volkswagen’s new ID.4 for sponsoring today’s show! more… The post Podcast: Tesla Model S Plaid launch, Anonymous goes after Elon, Jerome Guillen leaves, and more appeared first on Electrek.