Electrek

MAY 3, 2023

As sales of electric vehicles continue to surge, many new and prospective customers have questions about qualifying for federal tax credit on electric vehicles, especially now that a slew of new credits have been reinstated to US consumers (alongside their fair share of confusing and ever-evolving conditions) Whether you qualify is not a simple yes or no question… well, actually it sort of is, but the amount you may qualify for varies by household due to a number of different factors.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2023

Motiv Power Systems announced a new vehicle order from Cintas for 30 additional advanced zero-emission all-electric delivery vans. Motiv’s expanded relationship with Cintas follows the successful pilot of seven Motiv-powered vehicles across three states in 2022. ( Earlier post.) The new order of 30 Motiv trucks will be deployed on existing Cintas routes.

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Green Car Reports

MAY 3, 2023

Consumer interest in used EVs is on the rise, with some of the most popular gasoline cars getting traded in for EVs, according to data compiled by retailer CarMax. Search traffic for terms containing "electric" on CarMax's website doubled between February 2022 and February 2023, with a peak 5.6% of searches containing "electric," in October 2022.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2023

Ford is re-opening its order banks for the all-electric Mustang Mach-E as completed plant upgrades support production ramp in the second half of 2023, with feature improvements including increased range for standard range battery models to a targeted EPA-estimated range of 250 miles for RWD and 226 miles for eAWD. All standard range models will now be powered by lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries. ( Earlier post.

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Electrek

MAY 3, 2023

A Tesla driver died in a fatal shooting at a Supercharger station in Denver, Colorado, over a dispute regarding charging their electric vehicles, according to the police. more… The post Tesla driver dies in fatal shooting at Supercharger station after ‘argument over charger’ appeared first on Electrek.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2023

AJR Trucking , a leading carrier for the United States Postal Service (USPS) and a major drayage carrier operating in the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, has executed a purchase order for 50 Nikola Tre hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) trucks from Tom’s Truck Centers, a member of the Nikola Corporation sales and service dealer network.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2023

PACCAR and Toyota Motor North America announced an expansion of their joint efforts to develop and to produce zero-emissions, hydrogen fuel cell (FCEV) Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks powered by Toyota’s next-generation hydrogen fuel cell modules. The expanded agreement supports ongoing development and commercialized zero-emission versions of the Kenworth T680 and Peterbilt 579 models featuring Toyota’s hydrogen fuel cell powertrain kit, with initial customer deliveries planned for 2024.

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Electrek

MAY 3, 2023

Apple cofounder Steve Wozniak had some harsh words for Tesla’s self-driving effort; he said in an interview that people who want to study “AI trying to kill you” should “get a Tesla.” more… The post Get a Tesla if you want to learn about AI trying to kill you, says Apple cofounder Steve Wozniak appeared first on Electrek.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2023

INFICON, a global manufacturer of leak testing devices and instruments, has introduced its new electrolyte leak detector, the ELT3000 PLUS. Built on the technology of the ELT3000, the ELT3000 PLUS incorporates innovations that make it especially well-suited for in-line leak testing of lithium-ion battery cells with high throughput and heightened quality assurance metrics.

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Electrek

MAY 3, 2023

In an increasingly competitive electric car market, EV startup NIO believes it’s well-positioned to hit its goal of becoming profitable this year. NIO is set to launch two new brands, one of which will be aimed at VW in Europe with a starting price below 30,000 euros (about $33,165), but the EV startup has other plans to take on Tesla. more… The post NIO says it’s not afraid of Tesla and will challenge VW with affordable EVs in Europe appeared first on Electrek.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2023

SK On, a leading electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturer, signed a joint development agreement (JDA) with US graphite company Westwater Resources (WWR) as part of efforts to strengthen its battery raw material supply chain in North America following the enactment of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Under the agreement, the two companies will work together to develop environmentally responsible, high-performance anode materials tailored for SK On batteries.

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Electrek

MAY 3, 2023

Italian luxury automaker Alfa Romeo is gearing up for an all-electric future by 2027. The company plans to release its first electric car next year, followed by its first dedicated EV in 2025. Meanwhile, Alfa Romeo has more significant plans to take on Tesla in North America, including plans for a larger electric SUV in 2027. more… The post Alfa Romeo introducing larger electric SUV to the US because ‘Tesla is kicking everyone’s ass’ appeared first on Electrek.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2023

Anaergia Inc. announced that its subsidiary SoCal Biomethane will supply renewable natural gas (RNG) as facilitated by renewable fuels marketer Anew Climate to FuelCell Energy’s Tri-gen system to produce carbon-negative hydrogen and electricity for Toyota Motor North America, Inc.’s (TMNA) Logistics Services Center at the Port of Long Beach in California.

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CleanTechnica EVs

MAY 3, 2023

6,493 cars were sold in Singapore in the first three months of the year. 810 of these were fully electric and 51 were plug-in hybrids. That means 13.26% of the cars sold in that period had a plug, with full battery-electric vehicles dominating and reaching 12.5% for the quarter, which is pretty impressive.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2023

SK IE Technology (SKIET) signed an MOU with Sunwoda , the 9 th largest battery manufacturer in terms of global market share (according to SNE Research in 2022), to strengthen cooperation in supplying battery separators. The MOU signing ceremony took place at Sunwoda Group’s headquarters in Shenzhen, China. SKIET plans to supply separators produced at its Changzhou factory in China to Sunwoda.

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Green Car Reports

MAY 3, 2023

Costco is offering members a $2,500 discount on the Volvo XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge—the Swedish automaker's two all-electric models. The discount is available on 2023 and 2024 models between May 2 and July 31, according to a company press release. A $1,000 incentive is also available for all other 2023 and 2024 Volvo models. The.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2023

Nikola Corporation and Voltera , a provider of critical infrastructure necessary to support the full decarbonization of transportation, announced a definitive agreement to develop the hydrogen fueling infrastructure required to support Nikola’s deployment of its innovative zero-emissions vehicles. Through this strategic partnership agreement, Nikola and Voltera plan to develop up to 50 HYLA stations throughout North America over the next five years.

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Teslarati

MAY 3, 2023

The Boring Company (TBC) received approval from Clark County for 18 additional stops for the Vegas Loop, the company’s expansive tunneling system throughout Sin City. In March, Teslarati reported that TBC submitted applications to increase the size of the Vegas Loop to 65 miles of tunnels with 69 stations. Recently Clark County Nevada announced the commissioners approval for 18 new stations accounting for 25 miles of tunnels.

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Electric Cars Report

MAY 3, 2023

The 2023 Rivian R1S, a large electric SUV, earns a TOP SAFETY PICK+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety following adjustments to improve its performance in the moderate overlap front crash test. R1S joins the Rivian R1T pickup in receiving this designation, meaning both of the company’s flagship consumer vehicles now hold the […] The post 2023 Rivian R1S earns highest IIHS accolade appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Electrek

MAY 3, 2023

Tesla is building a new ‘Lithium Lab’ in Sparks, Nevada, according to a new building permit obtained by Electrek. more… The post Tesla is building a new ‘Lithium Lab’ in Nevada appeared first on Electrek.

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Electric Cars Report

MAY 3, 2023

CATL, the world’s largest battery maker, has launched a new ‘condensed battery’ with an energy density of up to 500 Wh/kg. The new battery can achieve high energy density and high level of safety at the same time in a creative manner, opening up a brand-new electrification scenario of passenger aircrafts. The Chinese company said […] The post CATL launches ultra-high density “condensed battery” appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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CleanTechnica EVs

MAY 3, 2023

Regenerative braking is an important feature found in electric vehicles, and Tesla is now looking to make its regen braking more adjustable for its drivers (again).

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Electric Cars Report

MAY 3, 2023

Hyundai Motor Company premiered its new XCIENT Fuel Cell tractor, the commercialized class 8 6×4 fuel cell electric model, for the North American commercial vehicle (CV) market at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo. At Hyundai Motor’s press conference, Ken Ramirez, Executive Vice President and Head of Global Commercial Vehicle and Hydrogen Fuel Cell Business at […] The post Hyundai Premieres Its XCIENT Fuel Cell Tractor and Vision for Hydrogen Mobility in US appeared first o

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Electrek

MAY 3, 2023

A new compact electric SUV is due out from Cadillac later next year to join its expanding EV lineup. New footage shows the unreleased Cadillac EV being tested in the US ahead of its official release. more… The post Unreleased electric Cadillac SUV spotted being tested in the US [Video] appeared first on Electrek.

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The Driven EV News

MAY 3, 2023

Hydrogen powered garbage truck developed in Australia to be put into service from the middle of this year. The post Hydrogen garbage truck developed in Australia to start collecting waste this year appeared first on The Driven.

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Electrek

MAY 3, 2023

IKEA’s investment arm is going to buy Arizona-made solar modules from Swiss solar panel maker Meyer Burger from 2025 to 2029. more… The post IKEA boosts gigascale output at an Arizona solar panel factory appeared first on Electrek.

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CleanTechnica EVs

MAY 3, 2023

The California firm AJR Trucking will use its new zero emission fuel cell trucks from Nikola Motor to haul mail for the US Postal Service.

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Electrek

MAY 3, 2023

The House of Representatives voted to restore tariffs on solar panels made in four Southeast Asian countries – and so did the Senate. That move would seriously hurt the US solar industry. more… The post The US House just voted to restore solar tariffs – here’s why that’s dumb [update] appeared first on Electrek.

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CleanTechnica EVs

MAY 3, 2023

Tesla buyers who have Michelin tires on their vehicles may stand to benefit from some of the tire company’s warranty policies when upgrading to their next set. EVANNEX partners at EVSpeedy.

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Charged EVs

MAY 3, 2023

Public EV charging sessions fail as much as 25% to 30% of the time, according to a group of industry stakeholders convened by SAE, and the reasons are not particularly well known. Currently, there is no industry-wide standard to categorize, log, report or analyze charging errors and common causes of failure. SAE, the oldest and largest technical society for engineers in the automotive field, is working to develop standards for EV charging error codes, and helping to build a curriculum to train t

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CleanTechnica EVs

MAY 3, 2023

A new so-called U-shaped battery from CALB is set to challenge CATL's Qilin and Tesla's 4680 batteries once it goes into production.

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Electrek

MAY 3, 2023

New York has become the first state in the US to pass a law that bans the use of fossil fuels in most new buildings. more… The post New York State just banned fossil fuels in most new buildings appeared first on Electrek.

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CleanTechnica EVs

MAY 3, 2023

I was impressed pulling into the lot at Lightning eMotors. A hundred or more white vans from Ford and GM were arrayed in rows, waiting for their turn to be transformed into battery electric vehicles (BEVs).

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Electric Cars Report

MAY 3, 2023

Volvo Cars reported global sales of 51,976 cars in April, up 10 per cent compared with the same month last year. The sales growth was primarily driven by the company’s fully electric cars. In April, Volvo Cars’ electrified Recharge models, with a fully electric or plug-in hybrid powertrain, made up 40 per cent of all […] The post Volvo Cars reports April global sales – 40% market share of plug-in vehicles appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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