Electric Vehicles & The Utility Grid — A Match Made In Heaven
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 18, 2023
Some people are scared that electric vehicles will crash the utility grid. In two recent reports, researchers debunk such nonsense.
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Huge Solar Canopy For Electric Buses Coming To Austin, Texas
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 27, 2023
It looks like Austin, Texas, is going to get a bit cleaner thanks to its CapMetro regional public transportation provider, which is making progress toward a zero-emissions future for Austin. In cooperation with BP Pulse, HOLT Renewables announced that it will design and build a pioneering solar-powered charging infrastructure solution for CapMetro. A big one.
Rystad Energy expects strong growth in hydrogen pipelines through 2035
Green Car Congress
APRIL 11, 2023
Independent research and business intelligence company Rystad Energy estimates that there are about 91 planned hydrogen pipeline projects in the world, totaling 30,300 kilometers and due to come online by around 2035. Today, more than 4,300 kilometers already exists for hydrogen transportation with more than 90% located in Europe and North America, the company notes.
EV models outnumber PHEV choices for the first time since 2014
Green Car Reports
APRIL 16, 2023
Plug-in hybrid tech continues to be something that neither automakers nor regulators can completely agree on. Some, like Toyota, Volvo, BMW, and others see them as a smart, effective bridge technology to EVs while others, including GM and Honda see them, at least for now in the U.S., as an unnecessary complication in the shift to EVs. In light of.
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Timber! The World’s First Wooden Transistor
Cars That Think
APRIL 29, 2023
Transistors inside modern computer chips are several nanometers across, and switch on and off at hundreds of gigahertz. Organic electrochemical transistors, made for biodegradable applications, are milimeters in size and switch at kilohertz rates. The world’s first wooden transistor, made by a collaboration of researchers through the Wallenberg Wood Science Center and reported this week in Publications of the National Academy of Sciences , is 3 centimeters across and switches at less than one He
Tesla wins Kelley Blue Book’s 2023 5-year Cost to Own Award for premium EVs
Teslarati
APRIL 28, 2023
Consumers are well aware that vehicle ownership involves not only the purchase price of cars but also the vehicle’s total cost of ownership. This includes everything from fuel to maintenance, insurance, and a car’s depreciation. With this in mind, Kelley Blue Book (KBB) named its 2023 model-year brand and category winners of its 5-Year Cost to Own Awards.
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California Reaches EV Sales Goal Two Years Early
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 28, 2023
Tesla and other electric vehicles are becoming increasingly common on California’s roads, and the state recently surpassed an important EV adoption milestone. More buyers than ever are going electric, supporting the state’s plans to ban new gas car sales by 2035.
Fraunhofer leading “MaSSiF” research project on solid-state sulfur-silicon batteries
Green Car Congress
APRIL 26, 2023
The Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology IWS in Dresden is leading a research project targeting a new generation of sulfur-based batteries. The focus of the research project “MaSSiF – Material Innovations for Solid-State Sulfur-Silicon Batteries” is the design, construction and evaluation of lightweight and low-cost sulfur-based prototype cells with high storage capacities.
GM to discontinue Chevy Bolt EV, Bolt EUV at end of 2023
Green Car Reports
APRIL 25, 2023
GM will discontinue the Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV electric cars at the end of 2023, GM CEO Mary Barra told investors on Tuesday. The Orion Assembly plant used to make the Bolt EVs will shift production to electric trucks such as the Silverado EV that use GM's more sophisticated Ultium propulsion system. The announcement about the end of the.
Meet Mr. Internet: Vint Cerf
Cars That Think
APRIL 30, 2023
It was June 1973. For the past three months, Vint Cerf and Bob Kahn had been working together on a problem Kahn had been pondering for some time: how to connect ground-based military computers seamlessly to communications satellites and mobile radios. The ARPANET and the way it handled communications was already well established. But extending it to handle multiple networks—whose reliability couldn’t be taken for granted—was a different story.
How much does wheel type affect range? Stunning results of Model Y Performance test
The Driven EV News
APRIL 25, 2023
For a City Slicker, bigger tyres on a Model Y Performance are fine. If you plan on long distance driving, the energy wasted may be an issue. The post How much does wheel type affect range? Stunning results of Model Y Performance test appeared first on The Driven.
The first of China’s desert solar and wind projects is online, and it’s huge
Electrek
APRIL 28, 2023
The first of many solar and wind projects in China’s deserts is now online, and it’s capable of powering 1.5 million households. more… The post The first of China’s desert solar and wind projects is online, and it’s huge appeared first on Electrek.
The Sodium-Ion Battery Is Coming To Production Cars This Year
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 22, 2023
Lithium is abundant, but difficult to extract and purify for use in batteries. Last year, the price of lithium carbonate peaked at over $80,000 per ton, although it has come down considerably since then.
Tesla FSD update 11.4 dramatically improves vehicle behavior
Teslarati
APRIL 17, 2023
Tesla has issued yet another giant update for its Full Self Driving (FSD) software, dramatically improving vehicle behavior in numerous situations. Despite the controversy that seems to consistently surround Tesla’s autonomous driving suite , it just keeps improving, with new features and capabilities added at an astounding rate. Now, Tesla has issued yet another dramatic update to Full Self Driving, bringing significant improvements in vehicle intelligence and the dream of fully autonomou
UK: Battery Electric Vehicles Reached A Record Monthly High Of 46,626 Units In March
Electric Cars Report
APRIL 10, 2023
UK new car registrations in March bounced back by 18.2% to deliver the best ‘new plate month’ performance since before the pandemic, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The increase saw 287,825 units delivered, the eighth consecutive month of growth for the new car market, as supply […] The post UK: Battery Electric Vehicles Reached A Record Monthly High Of 46,626 Units In March appeared first on Electric Cars Report.
The Flipper Zero: A Hacker’s Delight
Cars That Think
APRIL 26, 2023
Readers of this Hands On are likely to fall into one of two camps: those who’ll view the Flipper Zero with fascination, and those who’ll view it with loathing. Among the former are security researchers and hardware developers trying to debug a wireless setup. Among the latter are IT folks charged with defending their realm from physical or network attacks.
World’s largest battery maker announces major breakthrough in energy density
The Driven EV News
APRIL 20, 2023
"A new era of universal electrification of sea, land and air transportation." CATL announces new battery that doubles energy intensity. The post World’s largest battery maker announces major breakthrough in energy density appeared first on The Driven.
Police believed Tesla fire was due to battery, turns out it was arson
Electrek
APRIL 27, 2023
A Tesla Model S was found on fire parked on the street in Spokane, Washington. The police first believed that it caught on fire by itself due to its battery, but it turns out it was arson. more… The post Police believed Tesla fire was due to battery, turns out it was arson appeared first on Electrek.
Tesla Just Passed 4 Million Cumulative Sales (Charts)
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 21, 2023
Below are 9 charts showing Tesla's rapid quarterly sales charts and graphs as well as its cumulative sales growth from quarter to quarter. Tesla's sales growth continues to be phenomenal.
Elon Musk’s terms for a Starlink IPO are nearly met
Teslarati
APRIL 18, 2023
Elon Musk has previously laid out what Starlink would need for it to be worthy of an Initial Public Offering (IPO) on the stock market, and it looks like the company has nearly achieved those targets. Starlink is easily the most successful SpaceX project currently available and has the most mass market appeal. The satellite internet project now reaches every continent on Earth and provides internet to some of the planet’s most hostile and hard-to-reach locations.
China EV 100 Forum: NIO's William Li's full speech
CN EV Post
APRIL 1, 2023
NIO has nearly completed 20 million battery swap services, with an average of one NIO vehicle leaving a battery swap station with a fully charged battery every 1.9 seconds, said Li. NIO US | NIO HK | NIO SG The China EV 100 Forum, held in Beijing from March 31 to April 2, brought together some of the biggest names in China's automotive industry. William Li, founder, chairman and CEO of NIO (NYSE: NIO), spoke at the event on April 1.
Haptic System Creates Finger-Touch Sensations Hardware-Free?
Cars That Think
APRIL 22, 2023
One of the trippiest virtual-reality experiences that I’ve ever had was being able to touch an object that didn’t exist. Getting immersed in a virtual world through a headset that provides video and audio is one thing, but adding in touch is somehow transformative; physical interaction brings you into that virtual world in a much more direct way. But as with everything related to VR or AR, it’s all extremely hardware intensive.
Scientists hail new battery with 4 times energy density of lithium-ion
The Driven EV News
APRIL 2, 2023
New battery developed by researchers in US could provide "thousand mile" range for EVs and open up new possibilities for long-haul transport and electric planes. The post Scientists hail new battery with 4 times energy density of lithium-ion appeared first on The Driven.
Tesla (TSLA) inventory reaches new high, pointing to price cuts not working
Electrek
APRIL 27, 2023
Tesla’s (TSLA) inventory in the US has reached a new high, which is worrisome at this time in the quarter, and it is pointing to price cuts maybe not working as well as the automaker intended. more… The post Tesla (TSLA) inventory reaches new high, pointing to price cuts not working appeared first on Electrek.
Triple Electric Road Train Trial
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 20, 2023
Janus Electric has partnered with Oz Minerals and Qube to trial a triple road train powered by a converted electric semi. For the initiated, that’s a prime mover pulling three trailers, and they will be doing this in the harshest conditions in South Australia’s outback.
Tesla Semi price at around $250,000 per unit: report
Teslarati
APRIL 14, 2023
The Tesla Semi is already being delivered to customers, but a lot of information about the production version of the all-electric Class 8 long-hauler is still under wraps. Following the delivery of more Tesla Semi units to PepsiCo earlier this week, however, some details about the vehicle were shared. Among the most interesting aspects of the Tesla Semi is its cost, especially considering that electric vehicles tend to be more expensive than their combustion-powered counterparts.
EB Charging Announces the Integration and Rebranding as Blink Charging UK
Electric Cars Report
APRIL 3, 2023
Blink Charging Co., a leading manufacturer, owner, operator and provider of EV charging equipment and services, is rebranding of EB Charging to Blink Charging UK following its acquisition in April 2022. The rebrand provides Blink with a significant visible footprint of more than 1225 chargers in the United Kingdom and Ireland. “The market opportunity in […] The post EB Charging Announces the Integration and Rebranding as Blink Charging UK appeared first on Electric Cars Report.
Your Robotic Avatar Is Almost Ready
Cars That Think
APRIL 16, 2023
Robots are not ready for the real world. It’s still an achievement for autonomous robots to merely survive in the real world, which is a long way from any kind of useful generalized autonomy. Under some fairly specific constraints, autonomous robots are starting to find a few valuable niches in semistructured environments, like offices and hospitals and warehouses.
NIO ET5 ranks 7th in top-selling premium sedan list in China with 6,437 Mar sales
CN EV Post
APRIL 11, 2023
The models ahead of the ET5 are all from German luxury automakers Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Audi. | NIO US | NIO HK | NIO SG The ET5, which has been the main seller for NIO (NYSE: NIO) in recent months, saw its position unchanged in a premium sedan ranking last month. With 6,437 retail sales in March, the ET5 ranked No. 7 in China for premium sedan sales starting at more than 300,000 yuan ($43,560), according to a list released today by the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA).
Tesla gives update on battery degradation: only 12% after 200,000 miles
Electrek
APRIL 25, 2023
Tesla has released a rare update on the battery degradation in its electric cars. The automaker claims its batteries only lose about 12% of capacity after 200,000 miles. more… The post Tesla gives update on battery degradation: only 12% after 200,000 miles appeared first on Electrek.
Saietta Orders 3,000 eDrives From AYRO
CleanTechnica EVs
APRIL 13, 2023
The American low-speed electric vehicle (LSEV) manufacturer AYRO has placed an order with Saietta Group, a British electric drive (eDrive) specialist, for 3,000 electric drive (eDrive) units. The new AYRO Vanish, a utility LSEV unlike any other that supports campus mobility, last-mile deliveries, and micro-distribution, will go into production later this year.
Tesla posts more Cybertruck jobs based in Texas
Teslarati
APRIL 13, 2023
As Tesla enters Q2 2023, it prepares to start Cybertruck production. Recently, Tesla posted more Cybertruck jobs based in its Texas HQ. With Easter in the past, Tesla is inching closer to the start of initial production for the Cybertruck, which is expected to start this summer. Gigafactory Texas has been a bubble of activity since the beginning of the year, starting with the assembly of its 9,000-ton Giga Press for the Cybertruck’s origami-like exoskeleton.
Daimler Truck launches RIZON medium-duty electric trucks in the United States
Electric Cars Report
APRIL 30, 2023
The Daimler Truck group announced the launch of a line of electric trucks in the US market under the new brand name RIZON. RIZON delivers customer-focused zero-emission trucks and mobility solutions from one of the world’s largest and most experienced commercial vehicle manufacturers, Daimler Truck. RIZON’s identity is rooted in the brand’s commitment to form […] The post Daimler Truck launches RIZON medium-duty electric trucks in the United States appeared first on Electric Cars Report.
What Flight 50 Means for the Ingenuity Mars Helicopter
Cars That Think
APRIL 8, 2023
JPL’s Ingenuity helicopter is preparing for the 50th flight of its 5-flight mission to Mars. Flight 49, which took place last weekend, was its fastest and highest yet—the little helicopter flew 282 meters at an altitude of 16 meters, reaching a top speed of 6.50 meters per second. Not a bad performance for a tech demo that was supposed to be terminated two years ago.
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