Electric Vehicles & The Utility Grid — A Match Made In Heaven
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 18, 2023
Some people are scared that electric vehicles will crash the utility grid. In two recent reports, researchers debunk such nonsense.
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EPFL solar hydrogen system co-generates heat and oxygen
Green Car Congress
APRIL 18, 2023
EPFL researchers have built a pilot-scale solar reactor that produces usable heat and oxygen, in addition to generating hydrogen with unprecedented efficiency for its size. This is the first system-level demonstration of solar hydrogen generation. Unlike typical lab-scale demonstrations, it includes all auxiliary devices and components, so it gives us a better idea of the energy efficiency you can expect once you consider the complete system, and not just the device itself.
Polestar 4 will rival Model Y with $60,000 start, 300-mile range
Green Car Reports
APRIL 18, 2023
Polestar on Tuesday revealed the sporty Polestar 4 electric “SUV coupe” at the Shanghai auto show, including mention that it sees over 300 miles of range by EPA standards. With a 0-60 mph time of just 3.8 seconds and a maximum power of 544 hp and 506 lb-ft of torque in it top-performance dual-motor version, Polestar notes that.
Volta Trucks starts series production of the all-electric Volta Zero at Steyr Automotive
Green Car Congress
APRIL 18, 2023
Volta Trucks has started series production of the 16-tonne all-electric Volta Zero at Steyr Automotive, the company’s partner in contract manufacturing, in Steyr, Austria. Following the Design Verification and Production Validation prototypes started in 2022, the first series production customer-specification vehicles have now entered the production line.
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Tesla Model Y cost now dips below average new vehicle, EV or not
Green Car Reports
APRIL 18, 2023
After multiple price cuts this year, the Tesla Model Y now costs less than the average new vehicle in the U.S.—EV or not. That's the conclusion of a recent Bloomberg article that compared Tesla Model Y price cuts to average new vehicle prices in 2023. The base price of the Model Y has decreased 24% since January, the steepest price cut of.
Chevron / Toyota road trip demonstrates renewable gasoline blend
Green Car Congress
APRIL 18, 2023
Chevron USA kicked off a road trip across the US Gulf Coast to showcase an innovative new gasoline blend with more than 50% renewable content. People from Chevron and Toyota will be driving Toyota’s Tundra, RAV4 and Camry on this road trip with the objective of demonstrating the fuel, which is more than 40% less carbon intensive than traditional gasoline on a lifecycle basis, according to Chevron.
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Magna to engineer and produce new off-road EV for INEOS Automotive in 2026
Green Car Congress
APRIL 18, 2023
Magna has been awarded a contract to manufacture an all-new INEOS Automotive electric off-road vehicle, expected to start production in Graz, Austria in 2026. In addition to manufacturing, Magna will also be responsible for the engineering of the complete vehicle. Smaller than the INEOS Grenadier, this all-new battery electric model will deliver world-class off-road capability, without compromising on-road comfort or performance, INEOS said.
Review: 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e 4Matic does PHEV the right way
Green Car Reports
APRIL 18, 2023
I’m cruising along on Alabama Highway 20 at about 70 mph, 20 miles into my drive of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450e 4Matic, and I just realized the engine isn’t on. A check of the consumption display on the 12.3-inch center touchscreen reveals the engine has only been on twice, accounting for less than a mile of the drive. By the time.
Acelen to invest $2.44 billion over 10 years to produce renewable diesel and SAF in Brazil
Green Car Congress
APRIL 18, 2023
Brazil’s Acelen will invest more than R$12 billion (US$2.44 billion) over the next 10 years in the production of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) through the hydrotreatment of vegetable oils and animal fat. The company is expected to start production in the first quarter of 2026. Acelen expects to produce 1 billion liters per year, move R$ 85 billion (US$17.3 billion) in the economy, contribute to the generation of 90,000 direct and indirect jobs and reduce CO 2 emissions by
NIO launches new ET7, unveils new ES6 at Shanghai auto show
CN EV Post
APRIL 18, 2023
The 2023 ET7 is already taking order lock-ins, with deliveries to start in mid-May. The new ES6 is now available for pre-order, but the official launch and delivery will be in late May. | NIO US | NIO HK | NIO SG NIO (NYSE: NIO) today officially launched the 2023 model year ET7 sedan and gave the debut of the revamped ES6 SUV as planned. The 2023 ET7 is now available for pre-order and order lock-ins, with deliveries to begin in mid-May, William Li, founder, chairman and CEO of NIO, announced t
Toyota unveils 2 New bZ series EV models at Auto Shanghai
Green Car Congress
APRIL 18, 2023
Toyota Motor Corporation unveiled two BEV concept models, the bZ Sport Crossover Concept and bZ FlexSpace Concept, at Auto Shanghai. The concept models are being developed as part of the Toyota bZ series, a brand dedicated to BEVs. They will be launched in the Chinese market in 2024 as two models out of the ten BEV models that Toyota plans to release by 2026.
Elon Musk’s terms for a Starlink IPO are nearly met
Teslarati
APRIL 18, 2023
Elon Musk has previously laid out what Starlink would need for it to be worthy of an Initial Public Offering (IPO) on the stock market, and it looks like the company has nearly achieved those targets. Starlink is easily the most successful SpaceX project currently available and has the most mass market appeal. The satellite internet project now reaches every continent on Earth and provides internet to some of the planet’s most hostile and hard-to-reach locations.
Mercedes-Maybach introduces EQS SUV
Green Car Congress
APRIL 18, 2023
Mercedes-Maybach has unveiled the EQS SUV, based on the technology of the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV ( earlier post ) combined with the exclusivity of Maybach. The new luxury SUV builds on the noise and vibration comfort of the EQS SUV. This includes the encapsulation of the electric drive train at the front and rear, the innovative support frame on the front axle and the drive units that are doubly decoupled via rubber mounts.
BYD starts pre-sale of Seagull with prices starting at $11,460
CN EV Post
APRIL 18, 2023
With a range of up to 405 km, the BYD Seagull is expected to be one of the vehicle choices for many families for short trips. (Image credit: BYD) BYD (OTCMKTS: BYDDY) has started pre-sale for a mini electric vehicle that promises to be one of the vehicle choices for many families on short trips. BYD unveiled the Seagull, the latest addition to its Ocean series, and started its pre-sales on the first day of the Shanghai auto show on April 18.
BMW M introduces i7 M70 xDrive electric performance model
Green Car Congress
APRIL 18, 2023
BMW M is introducing an all-electric performance model to spearhead the new BMW 7 Series range. The BMW i7 M70 xDrive (electric power consumption combined: 23.8 – 20.8 kWh/100 km in the WLTP cycle) is the most powerful model with an all-electric drive system in the overall BMW Group portfolio. The new BMW i7 M70 xDrive features an electric motor at both the front and rear axle generating a maximum system output of 485 kW/660 hp and an M-specific chassis.
Elon Musk to get the last laugh as ultra-ambitious Tesla Model Y prediction comes true
Electrek
APRIL 18, 2023
Elon Musk is getting the last laugh as his ultra-ambitious prediction about the Tesla Model Y becoming the best-selling car in the world has come true. more… The post Elon Musk to get the last laugh as ultra-ambitious Tesla Model Y prediction comes true appeared first on Electrek.
Benchmark: Chinese cell oversupply putting pressure on Tier 3 producers
Green Car Congress
APRIL 18, 2023
Continued investment in China’s battery production scene is increasingly pushing its market into oversupply, putting strain on Tier 3 producers which are unable to access large global EV markets and are forced to compete in the saturated domestic space, according to Benchmark Mineral Intelligence. Benchmark’s Lithium ion Battery Cell Database shows the Chinese market’s surplus will continue to grow to at least 2030.
Shell launches its first zero-emission electric passenger ferry
Electrek
APRIL 18, 2023
Shell is working with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) to reduce emissions and adopt electric harbor craft in the nation. The oil giant revealed its first fully electric passenger ferry Monday, the Penguin Refresh, as part of the collaboration. more… The post Shell launches its first zero-emission electric passenger ferry appeared first on Electrek.
Rolls-Royce successfully tests mtu 250 kW fuel cell demo system for blackout case and peak power
Green Car Congress
APRIL 18, 2023
Rolls-Royce’s tests of its first mtu fuel cell demonstrator have shown that the system can provide uninterruptible power in the event of a blackout. The 250-kilowatt system we built at our headquarters in Friedrichshafen and tested for about a year absolutely met our expectations. During the blackout simulation, the system immediately and consistently provided the requested power.
Polestar announces ‘Made in America’ EV production start date
Teslarati
APRIL 18, 2023
Polestar has announced the production start date for its new South Carolina production facility, which it will be sharing with Volvo Cars. Polestar, much like many import brands in the United States, has faced one substantial hurdle over all others over the past year; EV incentives. While these tax incentives were previously reasonably straightforward, with the passing of the Inflation Reduction Act, things got a lot more complex, requiring EVs to be manufactured in North America (among other re
BYD unveils Song L concept SUV, Destroyer 07 hybrid sedan at Shanghai auto show
CN EV Post
APRIL 18, 2023
Update: Added content about Destroyer 07. Song L combines BYD's pioneering technology for young users who are looking for a stylish and sporty car, the company said. BYD (OTCMKTS: BYDDY) began previewing the new model Song L a few days ago, and now it turns out that the model is a concept car. The Song L concept, which was officially unveiled today on the first day of the Shanghai auto show, is a premium B-segment all-electric SUV in BYD's Dynasty series.
Polestar 4, Nautilus hybrid, Model Y cost, fuels for Toyota PHEVs: Today’s Car News
Green Car Reports
APRIL 18, 2023
Toyota is testing low-carbon fuels for its plug-in hybrids. The Tesla Model Y is now challenging ICE models in price. The IRS posts its shortlist of models qualifying for the $7,500 EV tax credit. And Polestar and Lincoln are among the brands that have saved global reveals for China’s Shanghai auto show. This and more, here at Green Car.
The US has seen 5 years’ worth of clean energy investments in just 9 months – here are the highlights
Electrek
APRIL 18, 2023
The US utility-scale clean energy sector has announced more than $150 billion in capital investment since the Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law last August – the American Clean Power Association breaks it down in a new report. more… The post The US has seen 5 years’ worth of clean energy investments in just 9 months – here are the highlights appeared first on Electrek.
Polestar 4 Revealed, US Production Of Polestar 3 Planned For 2024
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 18, 2023
Polestar pulled the covers off of its latest offering — the Polestar 4 — at the Shanghai auto show this week to reveal the very latest thinking on how to make a car that can be called an SUV but which resembles a coupe — or coupé if you live in Europe or the UK.
Tesla slashes price again, with brand new cars now starting under $40,000
Electrek
APRIL 18, 2023
Tesla has implemented another wave of price cuts across its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. It’s the second time this month, resulting in its electric cars starting under $40,000 before incentives. more… The post Tesla slashes price again, with brand new cars now starting under $40,000 appeared first on Electrek.
XPENG G6 Ultra Smart Coupe SUV Unveiled at Auto Shanghai 2023
Electric Cars Report
APRIL 18, 2023
Chinese electric vehicle maker XPENG unveiled its fifth smart EV model, the XPENG G6 Ultra Smart Coupe SUV, at Auto Shanghai 2023. The first production model based on the Company’s next-generation smart electric platform architecture, SEPA2.0, the G6 delivers XPENG’s latest smart driving, intelligent cabin, superfast charging and superior performance features.
VW to set up new €1 billion firm in China that promises to shorten product development time by 30%
CN EV Post
APRIL 18, 2023
The new company, 100%TechCo, is scheduled to be operational in early 2024 and will have more than 2,000 procurement and R&D staff in the future. (Image credit: Volkswagen China) German auto giant Volkswagen is increasing its investment in China to stay relevant in the world's most competitive electric vehicle market. Volkswagen is investing around 1 billion euros ($1.1 billion) in a new company with the project name "100%TechCo"in Hefei, Anhui province in eastern China, according to a press
Tesla Identified As Most Recalled Car Brand, Mercedes & Toyota Least
InsideEVs
APRIL 18, 2023
The average car is expected to be recalled about four times over its life cycle, and the Tesla Model Y is expected to have 62 recalls.
Tesla tops list of predicted lifetime ‘recalls’: iSeeCars
Teslarati
APRIL 18, 2023
Update: 4/18 5:26 pm EST – Reworded headline for improved accuracy. New data based on recalls from the NHTSA found that Tesla vehicles are by far the most likely to be “recalled” over a projected 30-year vehicle lifespan. The term “recall” has become quite contentious over the past two years as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has hammered Tesla with recall after recall , many of which are fixed by over-the-air updates.
Europe’s Biggest Charging Network: Now 500,000 Elli Charging Points
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 18, 2023
Elli, the market leader among European charging network providers, with 500,000 charging stations, claims that it is the first business to reach a significant milestone in providing access to the infrastructure for charging. Volkswagen Group’s charging network has grown by 100,000 charging stations just in the previous four months.
Tesla’s ‘aging’ designs and how it will combat the newcomers on the EV block
Teslarati
APRIL 18, 2023
It is no secret that when Tesla finds something that works, the company keeps working with it. However, even the most loyal customers might end up finding designs and features that Tesla offers somewhat stale after six years of offering essentially the same look as the Model 3, and even newer designs like the Model Y receiving relatively no updates that would set it apart from its predecessor model years.
Li Auto unveils all-electric solution, 1st BEV model to feature CATL's 4C Qilin Battery
CN EV Post
APRIL 18, 2023
By 2025, Li Auto's product portfolio will include a super flagship model, five EREVs and five BEVs. | Li Auto US Li Auto HK (Image credit: CnEVPost) Li Auto (NASDAQ: LI) today officially unveiled its all-electric solution, following the success of its extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) in China. The company's all-electric solution, based on the 800 V high-voltage platform, enables a battery electric vehicle (BEV) to get 400 kilometers of range on a 10-minute charge, it announced today at
Tritium & Jump Charging Partner To Propel EV Charger Deployment In New Zealand
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 18, 2023
In order to increase access to the fast charging infrastructure in New Zealand, Tritium DCFC Limited (Tritium), a global developer and producer of direct current (DC) fast chargers for electric vehicles (EVs), recently established a strategic agreement with Jump Charging.
A huge 2.5 GW floating offshore wind farm has applied for a permit
Electrek
APRIL 18, 2023
Sweden-based Freja Offshore, a joint venture between floating offshore wind developer Hexicon and Mainstream Renewable Power , has applied to the Swedish Ministry of Climate and Business for a permit for a huge floating offshore wind farm. more… The post A huge 2.5 GW floating offshore wind farm has applied for a permit appeared first on Electrek.
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