Green Car Reports
AUGUST 12, 2024
The 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona electrifies a hallowed muscle-car nameplate. And it features an elaborate sound generator to replicate the exhaust noise of the V-8 that will not be offered in the new Charger. Unveiled in March, the Daytona is the all-electric version of the redesigned Charger, which will also be sold with a gasoline.
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 12, 2024
While some auto industry folks, some oil-soaked investors, and some tech-adoption laggards would love to believe the EV revolution is over and EV market share will stop growing, the fact is: the future is electric. EV sales continue to grow in most places (Germany’s policy chaos and EV market excluded), [continued] The post UK Speeds Up ICE Vehicle Ban (Again) appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Green Car Reports
AUGUST 12, 2024
Solterra efficiency is in the same ballpark as Hyundai Ioniq 5 and VW ID.4 Even with improvements, it's one of the slower-charging electric crossovers X-Mode off-road mode gives the Solterra impressive AWD traction and finesse Subaru’s vehicles have never completely fallen in line with the mainstream. As I spent more time with the.
Cars That Think
AUGUST 12, 2024
When Amazon Web Services paid US $650 million in March for another data center to add to its armada, the tech giant thought it was buying a steady supply of nuclear energy to power it, too. The Susquehanna Steam Electric Station outside of Berick, Pennsylvania, which generates 2.5 gigawatts of nuclear energy, sits adjacent to the humming data center and had been directly powering it since the center opened in 2023.
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Electrek
AUGUST 12, 2024
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham (D-NM) and solar cell manufacturer Ebon Solar jointly announced that a nearly $1 billion solar cell factory will be built in New Mexico.
Teslarati
AUGUST 12, 2024
Construction has begun on expansions to a battery energy storage system (BESS) using Tesla Megapacks in Queensland, Australia, set to become one of the largest battery projects in the state. The Stanwell battery in Queensland has begun construction and is set to use 324 of Tesla’s 2XL Megapack units to form a 300MW/1,200MWh BESS project, as detailed in a report on Monday from Renew Economy.
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Teslarati
AUGUST 12, 2024
New data shows that electric vehicle (EV) battery prices dropped substantially in the fifteen-year period running through last year, representing a reduction of around 90 percent total. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) reported earlier this month that the average price for a lithium-ion EV battery dropped 90 percent between 2008 and 2023 for light-duty vehicles, based on the cost of usable energy.
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 12, 2024
Cleantech progress continues on. You might even say it’s … progressing. From giant electric boats to electric jets, one industry after another is at some stage of electrification. There’s also good news regarding renewable energy growth, autonomous vehicles, and the effects of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. 1. Lilium. [continued] The post Electric Jets, Giant Electric Ships, Clean Energy Boom — Cleantech News appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Green Car Reports
AUGUST 12, 2024
The 2025 Genesis GV60 receives minor changes and a minor price increase for its third model year on sale in the U.S., Genesis announced last week. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now available, along with a new Capri Blue exterior paint color. The 19-inch-wheel option for all-wheel-drive models has also been broken out into its own.
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 12, 2024
I just saw a featured headline on Google yesterday: “Is EV Charging Cheaper Than Gasoline? Here’s What the Math and Experts Say.” Right away, I thought, “ugh… ” I conducted cost of ownership analyses and comparisons between gas cars and electric cars for years, and anyone who has done even one. [continued] The post Conversations on Costs of EV Charging vs.
Green Fleet Magazine
AUGUST 12, 2024
Fleet experts weigh in on technologies and regulations moving the needle in fleet safety, but they caution that drivers may become over reliant on technology and neglect situational awareness on the road.
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 12, 2024
New York School Bus Incentive Program Makes Clean Buses and Charging Infrastructure More Affordable for Public Schools Helps Improve Air Quality and Reduce Transportation Pollution in Local Communities and Across the State Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that an additional $200 million is now available to school districts and bus. [continued] The post $200 Million More Environmental Bond Act Funding Now Available for Zero-Emission School Buses in New York appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
AUGUST 12, 2024
Eagle-eyed viewers of yesterday’s Olympics closing ceremony might have noticed something different about the motorcycle Tom Cruise rode out of the stadium, through the streets of Paris, and up into a waiting cargo plane.
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 12, 2024
About 8% of new cars sold in Australia in July were plug-in electric vehicles (battery electric and plug-in hybrid). That’s down from the H1 average of approximately 10%. At least it isn’t Groundhog Day. The spectacular launch of Xpeng into the Australian market is expected to shift the ground. Although. [continued] The post Xpeng Launches as Australian EV Market Down, New Zealand Market Recovering appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
AUGUST 12, 2024
A new three-row electric SUV is about to hit the US market. Hyundai’s larger IONIQ 9 will finally show its face in November as testing and final quality inspections conclude.
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 12, 2024
Mercedes has been given permission by Chinese authorities to begin testing is autonomous cars on the streets of Beijing. The post Mercedes To Begin Level 4 Autonomous Driving Tests In China appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
AUGUST 12, 2024
You read that right. Ford EV drivers can charge 100% for free at home through its new partnership with TXU Energy. Ford and TXU launched the first-of-its-kind program in Texas, offering free home EV charging during select hours.
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 12, 2024
How much does it cost to charge electric cars versus refueling conventional cars? CNET has done the math for you. The post Does The Electricity For Electric Cars Cost Less Than Gasoline For Conventional Cars? Dig Into The Details appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
AUGUST 12, 2024
On today’s episode of Quick Charge , we ask where Tesla’s million buyers went as the wait time on Cybertruck drops to zero. Meanwhile, Ford EVs charge free in Texas, Hyundai’s 7 passenger Ioniq 9 heads towards production, and we recap the Electrek American Solar Challenge 2024.
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 12, 2024
A team of researchers from Nagoya University in Japan has developed a loop heat pipe (LHP) that can transport up to 10 kW of heat without the need for electricity. This heat transport capability is the largest in the world. The group’s LHP aims to contribute to energy savings and. [continued] The post Revolutionary Loop Heat Pipe Transports 10 kW of Waste Heat — No Electricity Required appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electrek
AUGUST 12, 2024
The latest BMW App update includes a unique new electric vehicle analysis tool. Using real driving data, BMW’s new app feature shows how an EV would have performed on the same trip you took your gas-powered car.
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 12, 2024
The MG4 has taken the European market by storm. In June, it won the bronze medal, only trailing the Tesla Model Y and Tesla Model 3. (Incidentally, it was also the 2023 CleanTechnica Car of the Year in Europe.) MG is a Chinese company (formerly British), but it’s not doing. [continued] The post Hot New MG S5 EV To Be Unveiled In 2 Weeks appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Teslarati
AUGUST 12, 2024
Tesla has pushed back the release of the upcoming Cybertruck range extender, as was spotted on the company’s website this week. On Monday, it was discovered that Tesla’s website order configurator for the Cybertruck has updated the timing for the range extender add-on, noting that production is now slated to begin in early 2025. Tesla was originally aiming to begin production of the range extender in late 2024, and the delay comes as the company has stopped requiring reservations for
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 12, 2024
A driver can easily get more miles from an hour of level 2 charging while their light-duty EV is parked and plugged into a charger than the average person drives in a day. Most EV charging is Level 2, which provides about 25 miles of range per hour of charging. [continued] The post A Driver Can Easily Get More Miles From Hour Of Level 2 Charging While Their EV Is Parked Than Average Person Drives In A Day appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Driven EV News
AUGUST 12, 2024
Children's charity Variety is undertaking a 10,000 kms Big Electric Adventure through remote Australian towns with two electric cars. The post Variety kicks off “Big Electric Adventure” with 10,000 km EV drive through outback appeared first on The Driven.
Electrek
AUGUST 12, 2024
The world’s largest EV battery maker is transforming how we experience electric vehicles. CATL opened the “world’s first” EV experience center this weekend in China, showcasing nearly 100 models from 50 brands. Visitors can “view, select, use, and learn” about EVs powered by CATL’s advanced batteries, including Tesla, Volkswagen, and NIO models.
Teslarati
AUGUST 12, 2024
Tesla is improving a crucial safety feature to Media Control Unit 1 (MCU1) vehicles in a new update, giving cars with an older manufacturing date access to what is a relatively standard crash avoidance feature on vehicles built within the last few years. The MCU1 came standard on Model S and Model X vehicles from 2013 to 2018, but has been getting some routine upgrades as of late.
Electrek
AUGUST 12, 2024
BYD’s luxury Yangwang brand is launching a new three-row variant of its off-road luxury U8 SUV. The new U8 model will challenge Range Rover and Defender in the larger luxury SUV segment. The new BYD SUV was spotted in China ahead of its official debut later this month.
Teslarati
AUGUST 12, 2024
Tesla ended July 2024 as China’s fourth-ranked New Energy Vehicle (NEV) maker. China’s NEV segment includes battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), and fuel cell vehicles. Among China’s top NEV makers in July, Tesla is the only company exclusively selling BEVs. As per data released by the China Passenger Car Association, Tesla China held a 5.3% share in the country’s NEV market in July with 46,227 retail sales over the month.
The Truth About Cars
AUGUST 12, 2024
Like many EVs, the Tesla Cybertruck is more expensive than initially promised, but recent changes have made it impossible to order the cheapest configuration. The automaker stopped taking orders for the $61,000 variant , leaving only the more expensive models on sale. Tesla made the $100,000 Cybertruck available for immediate order, offering deliveries as soon as a few weeks out.
Teslarati
AUGUST 12, 2024
SpaceX aced an early morning launch complimented by a beautiful sunrise on Monday, sending a Falcon 9 equipped with 23 Starlink satellites to low Earth orbit. The successful launch capped off a topsy-turvy weekend for SpaceX, who scrubbed two launches while completing three others over the four-day stretch. Falcon 9 ascends with the dawn and 23 @Starlink satellites pic.twitter.com/u8yuJjIqlw — SpaceX (@SpaceX) August 12, 2024 On Monday morning at 6:37 a.m.
The Truth About Cars
AUGUST 12, 2024
There is ample competition in the mainstream compact crossover segment, so any updates by a mass-market brand to its entrant in this field is worth talking about. Off the hop, GMC is shuffling the Terrain’s available trim options, introducing the Elevation trim as the (for now) base model. This draws from the Sierra catalog of names while dumping the SLE and SLT monikers.
Teslarati
AUGUST 12, 2024
Stellantis is investing more in Archer Aviation, a Silicon Valley-based company developing electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. According to Stellantis, it is providing an additional $400 million to Archer Aviation. The legacy automaker explained that the additional funding will “help scale Archer’s Midnight manufacturing to 650 aircraft annually through an obligation to cover manufacturing labor costs as well as certain capital expenditures at Archer’s Georgia manufacturing
The Truth About Cars
AUGUST 12, 2024
Rivian hit a home run with the original camp kitchen, which fit neatly into the R1T pickup truck’s gear tunnel between the cab and bed. Though popular, the automaker discontinued the product a while back, but it recently announced a replacement, which could become the next best thing. The new $1,400 Rivian Travel Kitchen is designed to fit the R1, R2, and R3 vehicles.
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