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Thomas Built Buses has delivered 200 Proterra-Powered electric school buses

Green Car Congress

Thomas Built Buses (TBB), a leading manufacturer of school buses in North America and subsidiary of Daimler Truck North America (DTNA), announced the delivery of TBB’s 200 th Proterra Powered Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley battery-electric school bus to Monroe County Public Schools in Indiana. Monroe became the first county in the state to receive an electric school bus in fall 2020.

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Report: Green hydrogen will be ready to scale up this decade

Green Car Reports

Hydrogen could play a major role in emissions reduction by 2030 thanks to the scaling up of low-carbon "green hydrogen" production, the non-profit Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) explained last week in a blog post. The carbon footprint of fuel-cell vehicles can vary dramatically based on how the hydrogen they use is produced. Green hydrogen is.

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Siemens to be ACC’s preferred supplier in automation, digitalization and electrification for battery production

Green Car Congress

Automotive Cells Company (ACC) and Siemens have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to join forces in a new strategic partnership. Under the agreement, Siemens will become ACC’s preferred supplier in automation, digitalization and electrification technology, enabling ACC to scale-up its production, maximizing plant and energy efficiency. ACC is the result of an initiative undertaken by Stellantis and TotalEnergies—together with its subsidiary Saft—joined by Mercedes-Benz, and strong

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Tesla Semi VIN information submitted, hints at upcoming deliveries

Teslarati

Tesla’s Model Year 2023 VIN Decoder suggests that CEO Elon Musk’s recent Tesla Semi estimates are correct — deliveries of the Class 8 all-electric truck are indeed coming. This was hinted at by Tesla Semi VIN information listed in the EV maker’s MY2023 VIN Decoder. . As could be seen in the document, the Tesla Semi VIN will have 17 digits, the first three being “7G2.” For comparison, Tesla’s previous vehicles like the Model S/X and the Model 3/Y were listed wi

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

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Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV makes its debut along with AMG version

Green Car Congress

Mercedes-Benz revealed the latest member of its electric lineup, the EQE SUV—which the company positions as the multipurpose variant of the EQE executive sedan. AMG also presented the 2024 AMG EQE SUV, the performance version of the EQE SUV and the first all-electric performance SUV from Mercedes-AMG. EQE SUV (European model). The EQE SUV is one of the most spacious representatives of its class, yet it is more compact than the EQE Sedan; at 119.3 inches, it has a wheelbase that is 3.5 inch

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BYD presents 3 models at Paris Motor Show

CN EV Post

BYD arrived in Europe with three all-electric passenger cars -- the Atto 3, Tang and Han -- and presented them at the Paris Motor Show. The post BYD presents 3 models at Paris Motor Show appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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BYD expects Q3 net profit to grow up to 365% year-on-year

CN EV Post

BYD expects third quarter net profit to be RMB 5.5 billion to RMB 5.9 billion, up 333.60 percent to 365.11 percent from RMB 1.27 billion in the same period last year. The post BYD expects Q3 net profit to grow up to 365% year-on-year appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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HYVIA unveils the production version of Master Van H2-TECH

Green Car Congress

At the Paris Motor show (17-23 October) HYVIA is presenting the production version of the hydrogen-powered Renault Master Van H2-TECH, made in France and going on the road in Europe. Master Van H2-TECH is a hydrogen-powered large van, with a loading volume of 12m 3 , adapted to the transport of goods and packages, that meets the needs of professionals for their intensive usages.

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European spacecraft converge on the US for rides on SpaceX rockets

Teslarati

Thanks in large part to delays suffered by Arianespace’s next-generation Ariane 6 rocket, a small fleet of European satellites are simultaneously converging on the United States to hitch rides into orbit with SpaceX. SpaceX launching European payloads is nothing new. The company has occasionally launched spacecraft built in Europe for European space agencies or companies, but the combination is exceedingly rare.

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Mitsubishi Heavy and Indonesia’s ITB to conduct joint R&D on ammonia-fired power generation by turbine

Green Car Congress

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) and Indonesia’s Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) have agreed to conduct joint research and development of ammonia-fired power generation by gas turbine. The project will apply Indonesia’s Institut Teknologi Bandung's (ITB) specialized expertise in chemical reaction engineering to probe optimization of ammonia firing.

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

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With This Bionic Nose, COVID Survivors May Smell the Roses Again

Cars That Think

Richard Costanzo stands beside a mannequin head sporting spectacles decked with electronics and holds a vial of blue liquid up to a tiny sensor. An LED glows blue, and Costanzo’s phone displays the word “Windex.” Then he waves a vial of purple liquid and gets a purple light along with the message “Listerine.”. “There won’t be Scotch tape on the final model,” says Costanzo , as he rearranges the gear in his lab at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), in Richmond.

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DOE to issue FOA for applied research and development for materials and technologies to drive innovation in clean manufacturing

Green Car Congress

The US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) intends to issue ( DE-FOA-0002865 ) a funding opportunity announcement (DE-FOA-0002864) to invest in the next-generation materials and manufacturing technologies. The “FY22 Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Technologies—Building Technologies Office Multi-topic FOA” is expected to include the following topics that will accelerate research and development (R&D) leading to the adoption of innovative mater

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NIO ET5 and EL7 configurators go live on Norwegian site

CN EV Post

The NIO ET5 and EL7 are priced higher in Norway than they are in China, while the ET7 is slightly lower. The post NIO ET5 and EL7 configurators go live on Norwegian site appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Tesla launches home charging station that works with other electric cars

Electrek

Tesla has launched a home charging station, or Wall Connector as it calls it, that works with other electric cars and not just Tesla vehicles. more…. The post Tesla launches home charging station that works with other electric cars 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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Tesla is looking to grow its headcount in nearly every division of the company

Teslarati

Elon Musk may have expressed concerns about the US economy earlier this year, but according to job listings on Tesla’s website, the most valuable automaker in the world is now trying to grow its headcount in nearly every division of the company. Back in June, Musk noted that he had a “super bad “feeling about the economy. Tesla then went and initiated optimization efforts on its workforce, resulting in some layoffs.

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China debuts an offshore wind turbine with the world’s largest rotor diameter

Electrek

A 13.6 megawatt (MW) offshore wind turbine with a record-breaking rotor diameter of 252 meters (827 feet) has debuted in China ahead of the country’s 20th Party Congress in Beijing, which opened yesterday. more…. The post China debuts an offshore wind turbine with the world’s largest rotor diameter appeared first on Electrek.

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Ganfeng Lithium expects Q3 net profit to grow up to 662% year-on-year

CN EV Post

Ganfeng Lithium's sales volume and average sales price rose as the market demand for lithium products increased due to the rapid development of the new energy industry. The post Ganfeng Lithium expects Q3 net profit to grow up to 662% year-on-year appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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All new Jeep Avenger electric unveiled in Paris

Electric Cars Report

Today at the 2022 Paris Motor Show, the Jeep Brand revealed the all-new Jeep Avenger, the brand’s first-ever battery electric vehicle. The compact Jeep Avenger spearheads the introduction of a portfolio of capable, fully electric vehicles right sized for Europe, and is a key component in a global electrification strategy as the brand moves towards […] The post All new Jeep Avenger electric unveiled in Paris appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Amazon Will Triple Number Of Electric Delivery Vehicles In Europe To 10,000

CleanTechnica EVs

Amazon plans to triple the number of electric delivery trucks it uses in Europe and greatly increase the number of electric long haul trucks in its fleet.

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CATL signs deal to supply batteries to US renewable energy development firm Primergy

CN EV Post

CATL will exclusively supply batteries to Primergy's $1.2 billion Gemini PV and energy storage project. The post CATL signs deal to supply batteries to US renewable energy development firm Primergy appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Volkswagen BEV Sales Nearly 500,000 A Year — Ewan McGregor Now Providing A Boost

CleanTechnica EVs

Volkswagen aims to become the top selling electric automaker in the world. It’s got a steep hill to climb to get there, but the German auto giant has made a lot of progress in the past year. Tesla intends to reach 1.4 million BEV deliveries this year. Volkswagen Group is approaching 500,000. (Tesla actually has […].

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Tesla releases app update with solution for frozen door handles

Electrek

Tesla has released a new mobile app update that includes a solution if your car has frozen door handles. more…. The post Tesla releases app update with solution for frozen door handles appeared first on Electrek.

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Zeelo & Zenob? Partner To Provide Electric Bus Trials To Catalyze Adoption

CleanTechnica EVs

EV fleet and battery storage specialist Zenobe and smart bus service platform Zeelo have signed a partnership to catalyze fleet electrification. Zenobe provides end-to-end solutions to fleet electrification, including charging infrastructure, battery replacement, and award-winning software. It is also involved in large-scale battery storage projects connected to the electricity grid.

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Paris Motor Show: Jeep Avenger 4×4 Concept previews all-terrain future 4xe model

Electric Cars Report

At the Paris Motor Show today the Jeep brand provided an extra thrill and surprise for its global audience by revealing the Jeep Avenger 4×4 Concept. Announcing the 4×4 Concept at the finale of the Jeep brand press conference, Christian Meunier, Jeep brand CEO, said: “The Avenger has been designed as a Jeep vehicle from […] The post Paris Motor Show: Jeep Avenger 4×4 Concept previews all-terrain future 4xe model appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Survey Says — Drivers In Training Should Learn On An Electric Vehicle

CleanTechnica EVs

More and more parents are starting to think that their teens may be better off learning to drive behind the wheel of an EV -- it's the car of the future, after all.

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Cadillac shares new details of hand-built Celestiq, including a starting price tag ‘north of $300K’

Electrek

GM’s luxury brand Cadillac has shared a multitude of new details surrounding the upcoming Celestiq sedan it has been teasing for over a year and a half now. Cadillac is describing the Celestiq as its most technologically advanced and most luxurious vehicle ever, and it just may be its most expensive as well. Here’s the latest. more…. The post Cadillac shares new details of hand-built Celestiq, including a starting price tag ‘north of $300K’ appeared first on Electrek.

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Guangdong's public charging facilities cover all rural townships

CN EV Post

As of today, all of Guangdong's 1,123 townships have public charging piles. The post Guangdong's public charging facilities cover all rural townships appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Canoo secures another binding EV order, this time for 9,300 LDVs from work rental provider Kingbee

Electrek

American EV startup Canoo is at it again, fighting off the naysayers and possibly collection agencies by announcing yet another massive binding order for its Lifestyle Delivery Vehicle. Canoo’s latest order comes from work-ready rental van company Kingbee, who has already committed to purchasing 9,300 LDVs with the potential to double that order up to 18,600 units. more….

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All-rounder with performance genes: the new Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV

Electric Cars Report

Mercedes-AMG unveiled the EQE SUV, a further milestone in its electrification strategy – the first all-electric SUV from the performance and sports car brand. With its variable interior and performance-oriented drive concept, it is the most versatile electric vehicle in the Mercedes-AMG portfolio. The new model also offers generous space for passengers and luggage.

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Jeep’s fully electric Avenger Concept is built for off-roaders with ‘best-in-class’ capabilities

Electrek

Jeep is charging ahead with its plans to become the “number-one electrified SUV brand” as it unveils its first pure electric vehicle, the Avenger. The rugged SUV maker says its new EV concept carries the Jeep brand into the future with “best-in-class capabilities” for on- and off-road driving. more…. The post Jeep’s fully electric Avenger Concept is built for off-roaders with ‘best-in-class’ capabilities appeared first on Electrek.

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BMW reportedly to move production of electric MINIs from UK to China

CN EV Post

BMW has a joint venture in China with Great Wall Motor, Spotlight Automotive, with a production site scheduled to be completed this year. The post BMW reportedly to move production of electric MINIs from UK to China appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Tesla’s hiring rebounds following round of layoffs

Electrek

Tesla is now ramping up its hiring effort following a round of layoffs earlier this year. Job listings have ramped up 50% since the layoffs. more…. The post Tesla’s hiring rebounds following round of layoffs appeared first on Electrek.

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Who (Besides the EI Blog) Pays Attention to Electricity Prices?

Energy Institute at HAAS

A new study finds a large household response to electricity prices in the long run. The law of demand is as close as we economists get to an immutable law … Continue Reading Who (Besides the EI Blog) Pays Attention to Electricity Prices?

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Your next trip to the slammer may be a breath of fresh air as first US prisoner transport EV rolls out

Electrek

Going to prison is never good, but your next trip may be a breath of fresh air as the first electric prisoner transport EV rolls out in Cobb County, Georgia. more…. The post Your next trip to the slammer may be a breath of fresh air as first US prisoner transport EV rolls out appeared first on Electrek.