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.
Teslarati
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
The Model Y may not be the best-performing Tesla, nor is it the most exciting design-wise, but it is a vehicle that presents a fantastic balance of price, features, safety, and utility. This balance, as it turns out, is allowing the Tesla Model Y to come within striking distance of becoming the United States’ best-selling vehicle by volume. Wolf Street Corp. , citing recent data from Experian, noted that there seems to be a change happening in the U.S.’ auto sector this year.
Green Car Reports
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Leather alternatives could play a large role on lowering CO2 Plant-based materials are being investigated as leather alternatives The leather industry is pushing back on sustainable alternatives Leather alternatives could have a lower environmental impact than traditional leather made from animal hides, but may still require some development work.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
As new electric vehicles hit the market, discounts continue piling up as automakers fight for sales. According to new research, the most popular EVs on Cars.com right now are the Ford F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E, and Kia EV9 , all of which feature massive incentives this month.
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Green Car Reports
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Volkswagen is recalling a small number of ID.4 electric vehicles that may have improperly installed airbag inflators. The recall includes just 837 vehicles from model years 2023 and 2024. In these vehicles, nuts securing the primary inflator of the passenger front airbag may have been left loose at the factory. This could cause airbags to inflate.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
This week, Volvo Group held its once-every-three-years “Volvo Days” event in Shippensburg, PA for the first time since the pandemic, showing off tons (literally!) of new equipment, new trucks, and new concepts – including a couple of “world’s first” debuts. What is Volvo Days?
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CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
By Eva Fox The post Morocco Increases Impact on Global Electric Vehicle Market — $10 Billion in EV Investments appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Teslarati
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Tesla’s Robotaxi Event is coming up soon, and one firm believes the company could showcase a lot of technology and other exciting things that present a big upside for the stock. With the Robotaxi Event originally planned for August and now presently scheduled for October, analysts have had mixed reactions. Some believe the delay is actually a good thing , while others have tempered their expectations in preparation for what could be a run-of-the-mill event that does not necessarily wow inv
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Leveraging the ATLAS platform, Eonix will accelerate battery materials discovery focused on powering Directed Energy, C-sUAS, and e-VTOL systems Knoxville, TN — Eonix, a pioneer in next-generation battery technology, has been selected by AFWERX for a PHASE II STTR contract with the University of Tennessee Tickle College of Engineering in. [continued] The post Eonix Awarded Air Force Phase II STTR to Unlock Next-Gen e-VTOL Systems with Scalable Ultra-High-Power Batteries appeared first on CleanTe
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Electrek ‘s Seth Weintraub went to Alpitronic America’s new HQ to speak with CEO Mike Doucleff about its plans to roll out its ultra-fast chargers across the US.
Teslarati
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Chechen leader and warlord Ramzan Kadyrov has a Tesla Cybertruck with a turret on the back, and in August he thanked CEO Elon Musk for giving it to him. The only thing is, Musk didn’t gift the all-electric pickup to Kadyrov , and now, he is complaining that the Tesla frontman disabled the Cybertruck in a new message on Telegram. According to Politico , Kadyrov posted on the site that “Musk behaved badly,” reprimanding him for “remotely disconnecting” the “exp
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
EV maker Lucid Motors (LCID) opened its new office in Detroit this week, hoping to attract engineers from “one of the biggest talent pools in the Western world.
Green Car Reports
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Volvo has 10 new and updated models set to arrive in the next two years Some of them will be longer-range plug-in hybrids Volvo's backtracked on its commitment of an all-electric lineup by 2030 Longer-range plug-in hybrids will be among 10 new and updated models Volvo plans to launch over the next two years, reports Automotive News. These new.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Despite its small size, Volvo’s cheapest EV continued its dominant run last month in Europe. The Volvo EX30 was Europe’s second-best-selling EV, behind only the Tesla Model Y, as sales continued surging.
Innovation News Network
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
The UK, US and Canada are partnering to enhance cybersecurity research in support of defence and security. Find out more. The post UK, US and Canada to collaborate on cybersecurity research appeared first on Innovation News Network.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
After 40 years, Volkswagen is no longer building Polo models in Europe. VW has ended Polo production in Europe as it shifts focus to smaller, more affordable EVs.
Teslarati
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
It appears that the Tesla Model Y is still a very notable presence in China’s SUV market. From January to August 2024 alone, the all-electric crossover appears to have become China’s best-selling SUV, battery-electric or otherwise. Based on data compiled by Yiche , the Tesla Model Y sold a total of 292,489 units in the Chinese domestic auto sector from January to August 2024.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Chechen leader and self-proclaimed “Putin’s foot solider” Ramzan Kadyrov claimed that his Tesla Cybertruck used in combat in Ukraine was remotely disabled by Elon Musk.
Teslarati
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
SpaceX sent 20 additional Starlink satellites to orbit in yet another successful launch, this time from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The launch took place earlier this morning, as the Falcon 9 first-stage booster with tail number B1075 took off at 6:50 a.m. PDT. This mission, which was Starlink 9-17, lifted off from Space Launch Complex 4 East.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
NIO’s (NIO) new Onvo L60, starting at just $21,200, paves the way for a “brand revival,” according to Deutsche Bank analyst Wang Bin’s team. The new low-cost electric SUV is crucial as NIO takes aim at market leaders like Tesla and BYD.
The Truth About Cars
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Hello all, it's podcast time again! This week we discuss the best used cars, in terms of reliability , with Alex Knizek from Consumer Reports. We also discuss smart garage door openers and the NASCAR craziness at Watkins Glen. You can find us wherever you get your podcasts or by clicking here. Thanks to Alex, Matthew, and Matt Posky for editing.
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Some of this article is stuff that’s been widely discussed for months, but I think it goes a little deeper into how I think we got here. Maybe I’m wrong, but after covering Tesla and Elon Musk very closely for 12 years and having my assumptions and analysis affirmed by. [continued] The post I Think This Is What’s Gone On Behind The Scenes At Tesla In Past Year appeared first on CleanTechnica.
InsideEVs
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
It’s the first time Rivian has offered a tri-motor configuration on its flagship EVs.
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
It’s the 5-year anniversary of buying my Tesla Model 3 SR+. (Wow, time flies!) So, how is the lowest priced Tesla Model 3 doing after 5 years? What do I still love and like about it? What not so much? Can it go another 5 years? I’m diving into these. [continued] The post 5-Year Review of Our Tesla Model 3 SR+ appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Less than a month after its public unveiling, ZEEKR has officially launched its new family-friendly 7X SUV in China before it makes its way to global markets. Today, we also learned the 7X’ s starting pricing, which comes in at RMB 229,900, or about $32,500.
InsideEVs
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Slowing down is a risky move given the momentum behind China's BYD and Tesla, BloombergNEF analysts say.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
On the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we interview Alpitronic CEO Mike Doucleff, we discuss a Tesla Semi update, GM going NACS, and more.
Teslarati
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Tesla Superchargers will have General Motors electric vehicles accessing them on a daily basis. Well, at least most of them. All but one of GM’s EVs will have access to the Supercharger Network after Tesla opened the capability up to the company’s vehicles earlier this week. The company joined Ford and Rivian as companies that are able to access Tesla’s expansive EV charging presence in the United States and Canada.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Lightyear, yes, Lightyear (remember them?), is reemerging from the ashes of a failed solar electric vehicle venture and has just secured 10 million euros to boost its operation of developing and providing other OEMs with advanced solar systems. This isn’t the Lightyear you remember, but it is fighting on in its original quest to bring more sustainable energy to the automotive industry.
CleanTechnica EVs
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
These days, batteries are frequently recycled and repurposed, and companies that tackle this environmental issue make weekly news. We’ve got more battery recycling news below. MAN will build the biggest public charging network for heavy commercial vehicles in the nation to date, with 400 charging stations across 170 locations spanning. [continued] The post EV & CleanTech Round Up — More Battery Recycling, MAN Accelerates Charging, Wind Advances, & Millions for Volvo Renewable Ren
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Chicago-based NanoGraf will build a $175 million factory to produce 2,500 tons of silicon anode material to support up to 1.5 million EVs per year.
InsideEVs
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Check out what the 25 battery companies will do with millions of dollars of federal grants.
Electrek
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
We’re bringing you another jam-packed day of Green Deals to close out the week, with another exclusive discount for our readers leading the pack, dropping the ENGWE EP-2 PRO Electric Bike down to a new $599 low. Next, we’re highlighting EcoFlow’s bundle on the DELTA Pro Portable Power Station with a 400W solar panel for $3,099 that also gives you an additional $1,000 in free gear, as well as Blix launching its latest Sol X Comfort e-bike at a $1,799 special with a free gift.
InsideEVs
SEPTEMBER 20, 2024
Dual motor EVs' blend of more power, more weight and higher repair costs than combustion vehicles is only part of the story.
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