Green Car Reports
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Public charging stations don't just drive EV adoption; they also increase consumer spending at nearby businesses, a new MIT study found. The study is based on data from over 4,000 charging stations in California and 140,000 businesses, using anonymized credit and debit card transactions to track changes in spending. Researchers used data from 2019.
The Driven EV News
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Fortescue says it has developed a 6 MW charger that can reboot the 1.8 MWh batteries in its giant electric haul trucks in just half an hour. The post Fortescue’s 6MW electric vehicle charger stuns the EV and mining industries appeared first on The Driven.
Teslarati
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Tesla Robotaxi Day will be “one for the history books,” CEO Elon Musk says, hyping up the event that has the potential to be the biggest in the company’s history. Tesla has been hyping self-driving for years, and at its Robotaxi Day event, it will show off its dedicated platform for the fully autonomous vehicle it plans to release in the coming years.
My Energi
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
British smart home energy technology manufacturer, myenergi has started development on what it believes is likely to be the UK’s first mass-market Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) electric vehicle charger that can integrate with the rest of the home, with plans to launch the new premium product in 2025 to coincide with many mainstream V2G-enabled electric vehicles coming to market.
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Electrek
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
The “holy grail” of EV battery tech may arrive sooner than expected, promising more range and faster charging. According to BYD head scientist and engineer Lian Yubo, solid-state EV batteries could be in wide use in five years.
Cars That Think
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
When we think of grasping robots, we think of manipulators of some sort on the ends of arms of some sort. Because of course we do—that’s how (most of us) are built, and that’s the mindset with which we have consequently optimized the world around us. But one of the great things about robots is that they don’t have to be constrained by our constraints, and at ICRA@40 in Rotterdam this week, we saw a novel new Thing : a robotic hand that can detach from its arm and then crawl around to grasp objec
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The Driven EV News
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Sydney Harbour ferries are to go fully electric in the next decade, with the first likely to appear on the Parramatta River service in 2026. The post Sydney ferry fleet to go fully electric, with first on the harbour in 2026 appeared first on The Driven.
Teslarati
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
The Tesla Model 3 has been dubbed as the efficiency king by U.K-based motoring publication What Car? after a full range test. The automotive firm came to the conclusion after it conducted a test involving the Tesla Model 3 Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) and 11 other electric cars from several price ranges. What Car? ‘s lineup of vehicles was interesting as it included 11 new electric cars and one nine-year-old Tesla Model S with over 250,000 miles on the odometer.
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Reading through Scott’s long exchange with an Extinction Rebellion activist, and especially seeing the activist repeat clear misinformation regarding wind turbines, solar panels, and electric vehicles, I got to thinking about how people end up consuming and believing such misinformation. I’ve known people of all sorts who have fallen for.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
The newest edition to the CAA-Quebec roadside fleet is a fully electric Lion5 flatbed – and the CAA says it’s the first 100% electrique tow truck in service in North America!
Cars That Think
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Since 5G began its rollout in 2018 or 2019 , fifth-generation wireless networks have spread across the globe to cover hundreds of millions of users. But while it offers lower latency than precursor networks, 5G also requires more base stations. To avoid installing unsightly equipment on more and more shared spaces, Japanese companies are developing transparent glass antennas that allow windows to serve as base stations that can be shared by several carriers.
Green Car Reports
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
A study found Tesla drivers are distracted while using Autopilot Tesla's Autopilot is a hands-on driver-assist system, not a hands-off system The study notes more robust safeguards are needed to prevent misuse Driver-assist systems like Tesla Autopilot are meant to reduce the frequency of crashes, but drivers are more likely to become distracted.
The Driven EV News
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
In contrast to the FUD, a new study reveals less EV battery degradation than thought, with the “vast majority of batteries” likely able to outlast the usable life of the electric vehicle. The post New study finds “vast majority” of EV batteries will outlast the vehicle appeared first on The Driven.
Teslarati
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
A recent study from Canadian telematics company Geotab has suggested that the “vast majority” of EV batteries will likely outlast the life of electric cars. The firm’s findings stand in contrast to the persistent anti-EV argument that electric vehicle batteries will only last a few years before they have to be discarded. The firm published its estimates as an update to a 2019 analysis about EV battery degradation.
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
August’s auto market saw plugin EVs take 29.4% share in the UK, up from 27.8% year on year. BEVs grew in volume, whilst PHEVs shrank. Overall auto volume was 84,575 units, down 1% YoY and in line with pre-2020 norms. The UK’s leading BEV brand in August was Tesla, with. [continued] The post EVs Take 29.4% Share In The UK appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Kenya just got a new EV competitor. On Wednesday, BYD launched t hree of its top-selling EVs, the Dolphin, Seal, and Atto 3, in Kenya. The electric vehicles will be sold by local dealer Loxea, which sells Toyota and other gas-powered models. BYD’s new partnership is another significant milestone as it takes on new markets.
Cars That Think
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
It’s hard to overstate Nvidia’s AI dominance. Founded in 1993, Nvidia first made its mark in the then-new field of graphics processing units (GPUs) for personal computers. But it’s the company’s AI chips, not PC graphics hardware, that vaulted Nvidia into the ranks of the world’s most valuable companies. It turns out that Nvidia’s GPUs are also excellent for AI.
Green Car Reports
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
GM and Rivian's CEO have something in common, based on comments made in recent days: Neither thought EVs would become a political lightning rod. On Thursday while speaking at the New York Times' Climate Forward event Rivian founder and CEO RJ Scaringe said "I think it's really important that we don't make EVs a political thing, and I'm saddened.
The Driven EV News
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
The first electric concrete truck mixer in Australia is undergoing trials in Melbourne, and will deliver significantly lower operating costs than diesel options, and a lot less noise and emissions. The post First electric concrete mixer truck begins trials in Australia appeared first on The Driven.
Teslarati
SEPTEMBER 21, 2024
Tesla has highlighted a Megapack project that went live in Hawaii earlier this year, which is effectively replacing the state’s last coal plant. On Thursday, the Tesla Megapack account on X shared a video featuring interviews with employees and partners involved in Oahu’s Kapolei Energy Storage (KES) system. The site, which went live earlier this year, features 158 Megapack 2XL units for 185MW / 565 MWh, and Tesla Residential Energy Director Colby Hastings says it’s roughly the
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 1, 2024
Researchers discover one weird trick at the end of the EV battery manufacturing process that saves time and money while extending battery life by an average of 50%. The post EV Battery Makers Have Been Doing It Wrong This Whole Time appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
I finally got a chance to test out Tesla Full Self-Driving (supervised) v12.5 myself, and my first impression is that the system drives more naturally, but it is still dangerous. Vigilance is paramount.
InsideEVs
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
The Tesla Model Y is selling so well in the U.S. that it could dethrone the Ford F-150 as the long-time king of the best-selling vehicle crown.
Green Car Reports
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Los Angeles is expanding an infrastructure project to put EV chargers in streetlight poles. First spotted by Charged EVs, the Los Angeles Bureau of Street Lighting has contracted with two companies—AmpUp for software and EVSE for retractable charging cables—to add Level 2 chargers to 150 streetlight poles in the City of Angels. The.
The Driven EV News
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
New analysis says car makers have clear path to meet 24 per cent EV share by 2025, despite efforts by some companies to delay the target by two years. The post Battery EVs predicted to reach 24 pct market share in EU by 2025 appeared first on The Driven.
Teslarati
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Elon Musk has been nominated for the 2024 Sakharov Prize. The award, which is granted annually by the European Parliament, honors individuals or entities that have made exceptional contributions to the defense of freedom of thought and human rights. Musk was nominated for the award by the Patriots for Europe group. As per Fidesz MEP András László , Musk deserves to be considered for the 2024 Sakharov Prize for his work in defending free speech on social media platform X.
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Well, I have to admit — I didn’t see this one coming! World BEV sales have risen to 12% of world auto sales — 1 out of every 8 new auto sales. Add in plug-in hybrids and they’ve risen to 20% of world auto sales — 1 out of every. [continued] The post OMG — Toyota & BMW Are Still Hyping A Hydrogen Future! appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Even with the new 100% tariff on electric vehicles imported from China, BYD would still have the cheapest EV in the US. According to a new report, BYD’s lowest-priced EV would still undercut all US automakers at under $25,000.
The Truth About Cars
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
The Lucid Air sedan is one of the most impressive electric vehicles to debut, but its often deep-six-figure price tag has put it out of reach for a significant number of potential buyers. Lucid is taking steps to make the price more appealing, and through September 30, the Air Pure is available for a monthly lease price that rivals much cheaper models’ deals.
Green Car Reports
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
A California-based company aims to add curbside EV charging and solar and wind power to streetlights. Beam Global's BeamSpot incorporates solar panels and small wind turbines to generate some of its own energy, with built-in battery storage to maximize use of it. While normal streetlights generally have only enough power for illumination, the.
The Driven EV News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
September is expected to mark a significant milestone in Norway, with the number of electric vehicles (EVs) on the roads set to exceed that of petrol vehicles. The post There are now more electric cars than petrol vehicles on Norway’s roads appeared first on The Driven.
Teslarati
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
With Tesla Robotaxi unveiling right around the corner, analysts are taking their opportunities to comment on the influence of the vehicle as it relates to the company’s stock. Many would say the Robotaxi, along with Tesla’s rollout of an eventual Full Self-Driving suite that is fully autonomous, would be the biggest catalyst for the stock.
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
BYD’s growth has been astounding in recent years, especially if you go all the way back to the severely limited and laughed-at BYD e6! With the company starting off with that EV, it was hard to imagine it would have the brightest of futures, but as the company has evolved. [continued] The post Is BYD Going To Become The Largest Automaker In The World?
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
CATL launched its newest battery, the Tianxing Bus version, opening a new era for buses. With “the highest energy density in the bus industry,” CATL claims its new EV battery can last 15 years and 1.5 million kilometers (932,000 miles).
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