Mon.Oct 28, 2024

article thumbnail

LG shifting Ford Mustang Mach-E battery production to Michigan

Green Car Reports

Ford Mustang Mach-E battery production will move from Poland to Michigan The move will translate into federal EV tax credit eligibility The Ford Mustang Mach-E is assembled in Mexico LG Energy Solution will shift production of batteries for the Ford Mustang Mach-E from Poland to Michigan in 2025, checking a box for federal EV tax-credit.

Michigan 177
article thumbnail

Chinese electric truck claims record charge of 500 kWh in drive from Melbourne to Sydney

The Driven EV News

Chinese electric truck maker Windrose claims an Australian charging record of more than 500 kWh in a single session during a trip from Melbourne to Sydney. The post Chinese electric truck claims record charge of 500 kWh in drive from Melbourne to Sydney appeared first on The Driven.

Chinese 145
article thumbnail

2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE gets more range, bigger battery

Green Car Reports

Certain 2025 Mercedes EQEs get a larger 96.0-kwh battery Mercedes updated the EQE's regenerative brake system software for 2025 The 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE costs $79,050 The Mercedes-Benz EQE electric sedan gets a handful of updates for the 2025 model year, including a bigger battery pack for certain models. The EQE 350+ and EQE 500 4Matic receive.

Mercedes 148
article thumbnail

Nuclear Fusion’s New Idea: An Off-the-Shelf Stellarator

Cars That Think

For a machine that’s designed to replicate a star, the world’s newest stellarator is a surprisingly humble-looking apparatus. The kitchen-table-size contraption sits atop stacks of bricks in a cinder-block room at the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) in Princeton, N.J., its parts hand-labeled in marker. The PPPL team invented this nuclear-fusion reactor, completed last year, using mainly off-the-shelf components.

IDEA 144
article thumbnail

How serious is Norway about climate change? So much that its streetlights self-dim

emissions global warming Norway climate change carbon dioxide youtube lighting

article thumbnail

Tesla Model Y ‘Juniper’ spotted in China with several big changes

Teslarati

The Tesla Model Y refresh, coded “Juniper,” has been spotted in China with several big changes to its exterior as the automaker plans to revamp its best-selling vehicle. It appears the new look will first launch in China but will likely not be put out for deliveries until next year. Tesla CEO Elon Musk has maintained that the new Model Y will not be out in 2024 on two separate occasions this year.

China 138
article thumbnail

Ford CEO says new mid-size electric pickup will match the cost of Chinese EVs like BYD

Electrek

With new low-cost Chinese flooding global markets, Ford CEO Jim Farley vows its new mid-size electric pickup is a “game changer.” Ford’s leader took a jab at BYD, vowing the company’s new electric pickup will match the costs of Chinese automakers building in Mexico.

Chinese 133

More Trending

article thumbnail

Bosch’s IDS Ultra Cold Climate Heat Pump just hit the market

Electrek

Bosch is now the first manufacturer to bring a cold-climate heat pump to market as part of the US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Residential Cold Climate Heat Pump Challenge.

Climate 111
article thumbnail

Tesla’s high-tech adaptive headlights are almost ready for the U.S.

Teslarati

Tesla’s high-tech adaptive headlights are almost ready to be released in the United States, according to a company executive. In January, Tesla rolled out Adaptive Headlights on the new “Highland” Model 3 in Europe. The tech was designed to focus on reducing glare and increasing visibility by only dimming individual pixels, not the entire headlight altogether.

article thumbnail

Hyundai RN24 previews automaker's EV performance future

Green Car Reports

The Hyundai RN24 is a stripped down EV concept Dubbed a rolling lab, Hyundais said the RN24 tests tech potentially for future performance EVs Hyundai gave the RN24 features that mimic gas-powered cars such as sound Hyundai is using a stripped-down test vehicle to develop its next generation of performance EVs. The automaker on Friday unveiled the.

Hyundai 118
article thumbnail

Tesla launches low-voltage connector standard to simplify EV transition

Teslarati

Tesla has officially launched a new standard for the low-voltage connections in electric vehicles (EVs), which the company says will reduce necessary connection types in most EVs from over 200 to just six. In post on its blog on Monday, Tesla officially launched the Low-Voltage Connector Standard (LVCS), which is a group of six standardized EV connectors meant to simplify the manufacturing of EVs and help accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

Standards 130
article thumbnail

Faurecia and Accenture partner on products and services for connected and autonomous vehicles

Brief

article thumbnail

Chevy Equinox EV, Honda Prologue push US EV share to new record in October

Electrek

With new models rolling out across the US, like the Chevy Equinox EV and Honda Prologue, EVs are expected to hit record market share in October. As the next wave of EVs hit the market, like Jeep’s Wagoneer S and the Volkswagen ID.Buzz, EV sales are expected to pick up into the end of the year.

Honda 114
article thumbnail

Tesla’s Cybercab takes workers for a ride at Giga Texas

Teslarati

Tesla has put a Cybercab on display at its Gigafactory Texas, with recent coverage from the site even showing the two-seat, autonomous vehicle driving a few employees around the parking lot. Over the weekend, multiple users shared photos and video footage showing the Cybercab at Giga Texas, as it was parked in front of the facility’s main entrance.

Texas 122
article thumbnail

Porsche Now Considering Gasoline Variants of EVs

The Truth About Cars

Having already pivoted its highest-volume model to run on all-electric power, Porsche is now considering building internal combustion variants of EVs. We appear to have come full circle on electrification in roughly the same time frame the industry previously assumed they’d become the dominant mode of transportation. Aggressive regulatory mandates in Europe and increasingly stringent emission requirements have encouraged the brand to end sales of the combustion Macan and 718 on home market early

Porsche 123
article thumbnail

Navier delivers N30 electric hydrofoiling boat with ‘world’s longest range’ to first customer

Electrek

Maritime electrification startup Navier has hit a significant milestone today by reaching commercial production of its flagship electric hydrofoiling boat and delivering the first model to a customer. Better still, the young company has done so in an impressively short time.

Range 107
article thumbnail

ExxonMobil announces 6th oil discovery offshore Guyana with Ranger-1; Guyana may move from non-producer to regional powerhouse

Oil

article thumbnail

India state minister meets with Tesla executive at Giga Texas

Teslarati

An Indian minister from the state of Andhra Pradesh has met with one of Tesla’s top executives at the company’s Gigafactory Texas, following years of attempts to court the U.S. automaker to build a manufacturing facility in the country. On Monday, Nara Lokesh, the Minister of Human Resources Development for Andhra Pradesh, announced in a post on X that he met with Tesla CFO Vaibhav Taneja to discuss building an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing facility in the state.

India 116
article thumbnail

These 3 Tesla insiders, including Elon’s own brother, are preparing to sell $300 million in TSLA stock

Electrek

Three Tesla insiders, including Elon Musk’s own brother, are preparing to sell about $300 million worth of Tesla (TSLA) stocks.

Tesla 145
article thumbnail

Tesla “Full Self Driving” Drives Through Small Deer — Doesn’t Stop

CleanTechnica EVs

Well, this isn’t a fun one. A Tesla owner using Full Self Driving (FSD) at night on a highway ended up driving straight through a young deer — without a pause, a swerve, or anything. If that was the full story, that would already be something noteworthy. However, that’s not. [continued] The post Tesla “Full Self Driving” Drives Through Small Deer — Doesn’t Stop appeared first on CleanTechnica.

Tesla 120
article thumbnail

Welcome To The Updated InsideEVs

InsideEVs

InsideEVs looks different today. That's because the next phase of our evolution has arrived, it comes with a new podcast, newsletter and more videos soon too.

119
119
article thumbnail

Which Form of Transit Has the Smallest Carbon Footprint?

CleanTechnica EVs

One of my life’s ongoing inner ruminations is considering options for transportation. (The welcome influence of CleanTechnica.) If walking is a timely option, I prefer to do it. For the simple reason that I always—I mean always—feel better after going for a walk. Walking restores vitality that is lost after. [continued] The post Which Form of Transit Has the Smallest Carbon Footprint?

Carbon 120
article thumbnail

Samsara’s AI-Powered Drowsiness Detection Now Available Globally

Green Fleet Magazine

With drowsy driving linked to 17% of fatal crashes, Samsara's new AI-powered Drowsiness Detection system aims to alert drivers and managers before fatigue turns deadly.

Available 119
article thumbnail

GM’s HMMWV (Humvee) Replacement: A Stepping Stone To More EVs

CleanTechnica EVs

Everyone knows about the legendary “Humvee,” officially called the HMMWV, which stands for High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle. For decades, it’s been the main ride for not only the U.S. military, but for other militaries globally. Before it became the standard, the U.S. military used a variety of other vehicles, [continued] The post GM’s HMMWV (Humvee) Replacement: A Stepping Stone To More EVs appeared first on CleanTechnica.

Standards 117
article thumbnail

Ford tops Q3 earnings expectations, but EV losses take a toll on profits

Electrek

Ford reported Q3 earnings after the market closed on Monday, beating Wall St revenue and EPS expectations. However, the company is still losing billions on its EVs. Here’s a closer look at Ford’s third-quarter 2024 earnings report.

Ford 100
article thumbnail

Copenhagen’s eCarExpo Electric Car Fair Sees Record Visitors

CleanTechnica EVs

In a press release today, the organizer eLife Nordic AB reports a new record for an electric car fair in Copenhagen: eCarExpo. Following are excerpts of the press release, with my own photos, since I just had to go there and have a look: “The Danes’ interest in electric cars. [continued] The post Copenhagen’s eCarExpo Electric Car Fair Sees Record Visitors appeared first on CleanTechnica.

article thumbnail

Hurricane Data: Analyzing Cell Connectivity, Fleet Vehicle Volumes in Florida and North Carolina

Green Fleet Magazine

An analysis by Geotab explores how data from commercial vehicles is used to understand the impact of hurricanes on specific geographies. Patterns reveal different recovery times for North Carolina and Florida after Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

article thumbnail

Ford F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E drivers just gained Google Maps EV routing

Electrek

Ford just made it easier for F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E drivers to charge with new EV routing features. Drivers can now see new routing info, including available Tesla Superchargers along their route for easy trip planning.

F-150 112
article thumbnail

California Needs to Decide if It Wants Low Carbon or Low Gasoline Prices

Energy Institute at HAAS

It probably can’t have both. It’s a Monday, the sky is blue, and people are upset about gasoline prices in California. This is, of course, not a new story.

Gasoline 122
article thumbnail

In 2023, Shared Micromobility Ridership Was Equally Divided Between Scooters & Bicycles in USA

CleanTechnica EVs

The National Association of City Transportation Officials believes that scooters are here to stay. They offer easy access to clean, roomy bike lanes as well as off-road and on-road routes. To avoid car culture, you can choose a city with many wide off-street bike trails. They make traveling safer. Or. [continued] The post In 2023, Shared Micromobility Ridership Was Equally Divided Between Scooters & Bicycles in USA appeared first on CleanTechnica.

USA 115
article thumbnail

Volkswagen warns mass layoffs, historic plant closures are coming

Electrek

For the first time ever, Volkswagen plans to shut the doors to a facility on its home turf. The company plans to close not one but at least three plants in Germany as it faces mounting pressure from China. Volkswagen also warned mass layoffs and pay cuts are coming as it looks to cut costs.

Germany 112
article thumbnail

AAA: Automatic Emergency Braking Capable of Preventing Up to 100 Percent of Collisions When Used Properly

The Truth About Cars

Advanced driver assistance features are sometimes annoying and can even be frightening in some vehicles, but research has shown that the systems actually do help prevent collisions. AAA recently published the results of its recent study, which found that new vehicles equipped with automatic emergency braking (AEB) avoided 100 percent of collisions at speeds up to 35 mph.

MPH 109
article thumbnail

New 400-mile 2024 Chevy Silverado EV Work Trucks now cost same as used

Electrek

A number of Chevrolet dealers across the nation are advertising a new 2024 Silverado EV in 3WT trim at around $60K, which is close to where Hertz is pricing year-old low-mileage examples of the fully electric pickup that are being culled from its rental fleet.

Silverado 109
article thumbnail

QOTD: Have You Seen Used-Car Prices Dropping?

The Truth About Cars

On our podcast Friday, we discussed how used-car prices are dropping. As is usually the case when we write about or discuss new- and used-car pricing, I like to ask if what you all have seen in the real world has matched up with what the studies we report on say. So yes, I am doing that again. What have you seen out there as you shop used or new cars?

Price 109
article thumbnail

Tesla releases rare blog post and it’s an interesting one: Standardizing Auto Connectivity

Electrek

Tesla has released a rare new blog post, and it’s an interesting one: Tesla is trying to standardize automotive connectivity and popularize a 48-volt architecture.

Connected 114
article thumbnail

Volkswagen Will Close Three German Factories in Cost-Cutting Efforts

The Truth About Cars

A short while ago, Volkswagen said that it could close some of its German factories to cut costs. The move would be the automaker’s first closure in its home country, and we now have confirmation that VW plans to shutter three of its German factories, which will impact tens of thousands of workers. Volkswagen’s labor council head, Daniela Cavallo, told employees, “Management is absolutely serious about all this.

Germany 109
article thumbnail

Lectric XPedition e-bikes with $455 in free gear, GE smart washer & ventless dryer $700 off, Worx Landroid mowers, Anker, more

Electrek

We’re kicking off this week’s Green Deals with a focus on Lectric’s XPedition Dual-Battery Cargo e-bike, including the limited-edition pink colorway, which is getting $455 in free gear at $1,699. We also spotted the GE Profile Smart Combo Electric Washer & Ventless Heat Pump Dryer that is back down in price at $2,200. We also have some of the lowest prices on Worx’s Landroid Robotic Lawn Mowers that are starting from $560 , as well as Anker’s Halloween sale that has dropped its SOLIX C800 an

Green 87