Want To Electrify Everything? Train More Electricians — Quickly
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 7, 2023
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics projects growth of electrician jobs will increase by 9.1% from 2020 to 2030.
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VW's Scout confirms $40,000 electric SUV, plans $2B South Carolina plant
Green Car Reports
MARCH 5, 2023
Volkswagen's new Scout Motors EV division on Friday confirmed that its first model will be a $40,000 electric SUV to be built at a new $2 billion factory near Columbia, South Carolina. Scout, which plans to build rugged EVs inspired by the classic International Harvester Scout SUV produced from 1960 to 1980, said in a press release that the.
Tesla Model Y is now under NHTSA investigation over steering wheels falling off
Electrek
MARCH 8, 2023
The NHTSA announced that it is investigating the Tesla Model Y over a potential issue after two vehicles had their steering wheels fall off. more… The post Tesla Model Y is now under NHTSA investigation over steering wheels falling off appeared first on Electrek.
Mercedes pay+ turns the car into a payment device; Visa technology
Green Car Congress
MARCH 7, 2023
Mercedes-Benz customers in Germany are now able to authenticate payments via an in-car fingerprint sensor. With the new digital payment service Mercedes pay+, Mercedes-Benz introduces native in-car payments. With native in-car payments, the vehicle itself now enables biometric two-factor authentication in conjunction with the fingerprint sensor. It is no longer necessary to type in a PIN on the MBUX infotainment system or to use an additional mobile device such as a smartphone to verify a paymen
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Tesla Model 3 keeps passengers safe after being smashed by fallen tree
Teslarati
MARCH 10, 2023
A Tesla Model 3 was smashed by a fallen tree during heavy storms in California last night. Both passengers are expected to be okay in yet another display of the company’s vehicles’ safety advantages. Two passengers were riding in a Tesla Model 3 Performance at Old La Honda Road and Skyline Boulevard in Portola Valley, California, located in San Mateo County.
Fisker teases $29,900 Pear EV; Ocean deliveries start soon
Green Car Reports
MARCH 7, 2023
Fisker Inc. last week revealed another glimpse of its compact Pear EV due to start at $29,900, as well as a little more information about the upcoming urban-focused electric vehicle. It introduced the Pear—short, it said, for "Personal Electric Automotive Revolution"—last year with a few obscured renderings and sketches, which made.
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Fendt shows prototype hydrogen tractor at German Hydrogen Summit
Green Car Congress
MARCH 6, 2023
On 27 February, the Bavarian State Ministry for Economic Affairs, Regional Development and Energy hosted a hydrogen summit. Fendt presented prototype of a hydrogen tractor there for the first time. I see hydrogen as a very important solution to problems in agriculture and forestry. Agriculture and forestry can supply a lot of energy, which can also be used to generate hydrogen.
Musk says Tesla’s next-gen vehicle will be ‘almost entirely’ autonomous
Teslarati
MARCH 7, 2023
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the company’s next-gen vehicle will operate almost entirely in autonomous mode, continuing a promise that investors and others have heard for years. Musk appeared in a conference with Morgan Stanley on Tuesday to mostly discuss Twitter, but during the latter half of the event, some questions regarding Tesla and SpaceX were fielded by the CEO.
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric gets more range, roomier interior
Green Car Reports
MARCH 7, 2023
Hyundai revealed global specs for the next-generation Kona Electric, on its way to the U.S. as a 2024 model, and most notably this model is getting sharper-looking and larger inside—with a longer range to boot. The new Kona Electric is 171.5 inches long, 71.9 inches wide, and 62.0 inches tall overall, and it rides on a 104.7-inch wheelbase.
Mercedes-Benz begins construction of EV battery recycling plant in Germany
Electric Cars Report
MARCH 5, 2023
Mercedes-Benz is intending to recycle electric vehicle battery systems and is starting the construction of its recycling plant in Kuppenheim, Germany. The company laid the foundation stone for the sustainable battery recycling facility, cutting resource consumption and establishing closed-loop recycling of battery raw materials. The first stage of the plant – mechanical dismantling of electric […] The post Mercedes-Benz begins construction of EV battery recycling plant in Germany app
Hino to offer electric version of M- and L-Series medium duty trucks; SEA Electric powertrains
Green Car Congress
MARCH 9, 2023
During a press conference at NTEA Work Truck Week, Hino Trucks announced an expansion of its product range to include electric vehicles. Hino Trucks will offer an electric version of their M- and L- Series medium duty trucks branded Me Series and Le Series available in 2024. Hino Trucks will begin production of these new vehicles integrating SEA Electric ’s SEA-Drive power system.
The Toyota bZ3 Is The Electric Corolla That Africa Needs
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 7, 2023
The bZ3 is a battery-electric sedan jointly developed for the Chinese market by BYD TOYOTA EV TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. BTET is a joint venture established by Toyota and BYD Company Ltd. (BYD) — and FAW Toyota Motor Co. Ltd. (FAW Toyota). It will be produced by and sold through the FAW Toyota dealer network.
Airstream rethinks the travel trailer for EVs and urban garages
Green Car Reports
MARCH 9, 2023
Airstream has revealed a concept travel trailer designed with Studio F.A. Porsche and looking ahead to a time when many more travel trailers will be towed behind EVs. According to the two companies, the Airstream Studio F.A. Porsche Concept Trailer, due to be shown next week at South by Southwest in Austin in scale form, is the result of a.
Tesla Model Y sales surge in Germany as it remains the country’s favorite EV
Teslarati
MARCH 7, 2023
The Tesla Model Y remains Germany’s favorite EV, according to data released by the KBA today. While the Tesla Model 3 was the vehicle that redefined the Tesla brand thanks to its affordability, the Tesla Model Y has quickly surpassed its popularity. Now, the Model Y is often the most popular EV sold in many significant markets, including in Germany, where it has recently taken back its crown as the top EV from the Model 3.
Volvo Cars all-electric sales climb to 19% of all sales in February
Green Car Congress
MARCH 6, 2023
Volvo Cars reported global sales of 51,286 cars in February, up 22% compared to the same month last year and a record for the month of February. The sales growth was led by the company’s Recharge line up of fully electric and plug-in hybrid cars. Sales of Volvo Cars’ Recharge models made up 40% of all Volvo cars sold globally during the month. The company’s fully electric car sales increased by 187% compared with the same month last year and represented 18.7% (9,574 units) of the total sales in
Ford Increasing Production Of Popular Electric Vehicles In Response To Strong Customer Demand
Electric Cars Report
MARCH 4, 2023
Ford is boosting production of its popular electric vehicles at manufacturing plants across North America to meet strong customer demand. The company is increasing production of the Mustang Mach-E, F-150 Lightning and E-Transit, along with other customer favorites like Bronco Sport and Maverick. “We have had a strong start to 2023 sales and we are moving to fast-track quality […] The post Ford Increasing Production Of Popular Electric Vehicles In Response To Strong Customer Demand appeared
Frozen: Sorting F-150 Lightning cold-weather fact from fiction
Green Car Reports
MARCH 10, 2023
Just before 6:30 a.m. on a February morning, my phone lit up with a notification: The Ford F-150 Lighting in my driveway had stopped charging. “That’s not good,” I said to my wife Karen, noting that the truck was plugged in and not yet fully charged. By the way, it was about 20 degrees below zero Fahrenheit. I’ll get back.
Regulatory filing: NIO ET5 shooting brake coming
CN EV Post
MARCH 8, 2023
NIO management previously hinted that the NIO ET5 shooting brake could begin deliveries in China in July. The NIO ET5 shooting brake has appeared in a regulatory directory in China, with the model just months away from its official launch. The Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) today announced the latest batch of models that will be allowed to be sold in China, and NIO's new ET5 is included.
Hyundai unveils second-generation KONA, leading with EV variant
Green Car Congress
MARCH 7, 2023
Hyundai Motor Company held a digital world premiere to unveil the new upscaled KONA in the B-SUV segment, led by an all-electric variant (EV) that offers advanced safety and convenience features and class-leading range. Compared to the previous generation KONA, the new model has unique proportions with increased dimensions. Based on the EV variant, its length is now 4,355 mm, 175 mm longer than the previous generation in 2017, with a wheelbase of 2,660 mm, which is 60 mm longer.
Tesla teases further improvements to Model S and X past new paint color
Teslarati
MARCH 9, 2023
Tesla teased further improvements to the Model S and Model X past its the Ultra Red paint color, including a new, lighter glass room, performance brakes, and the option to choose a traditional round steering wheel instead of the Yoke. Last night, Tesla announced its new Model S and Model X paint color, Ultra Red , which appears to be slightly darker than the previous Red Multi-Coat.
Optimized air suspension could aid EV range, protect batteries
Green Car Reports
MARCH 8, 2023
Hyundai claims a new air suspension system will have many benefits for EVs, from maximizing range to protecting battery packs from damage. The system was developed by Hyundai Mobis, the automaker's mobility-tech supplier, which previously demonstrated a hardware set called "e-corner" that lets vehicles turn on a dime. Air suspension isn't as.
Chinese NEV insurance registrations for week ending Mar 5: BYD 38,932, Tesla 13,266, NIO 3,345
CN EV Post
MARCH 6, 2023
The NIO ET5 had 2,106 insurance registrations last week, the ET7 had 154 and the ES7 had 227. The post Chinese NEV insurance registrations for week ending Mar 5: BYD 38,932, Tesla 13,266, NIO 3,345 appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.
Lithium-ion battery recycler ABTC expands operations and capacity with newly purchased facility
Green Car Congress
MARCH 9, 2023
American Battery Technology Company, a critical battery materials company that is commercializing both its primary minerals manufacturing ( earlier post ) and secondary minerals lithium-ion battery recycling technologies ( earlier post ), entered into agreements for the purchase of a move-in-ready, commercial-scale battery recycling facility located in the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center (TRIC) in McCarran, Nevada, to expand operations of its lithium-ion battery recycling technologies.
OX Is Working To Cut Post-Harvest Food Losses In Africa With Its Transport-As-A-Service Model
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 7, 2023
The transport sector in a lot of African countries is unfortunately not inclusive. It leaves the majority of the population who live in rural areas without access to reliable transport services. This is a major impediment to their economic empowerment.
Utility proposes huge EV charging network funded by ratepayers
Green Car Reports
MARCH 9, 2023
Minnesota electrical utility Xcel Energy aims to build a large EV charging network financed by rate hikes, potentially including for customers who don't own an EV. As reported by KSTP.com, Xcel Energy in August sent a proposal to the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission to build, own, and operate its own network of 730 charging sites by 2026. The.
Tesla Cybertruck labeled ‘cult car’ for superfans despite 1M+ preorders
Teslarati
MARCH 9, 2023
The Tesla Cybertruck has a massive preorder count of well over 1 million vehicles, but that is not stopping some from labeling it a “cult car” that will only be produced in limited volumes and reserved for the company’s superfans. Adam Jonas of Morgan Stanley came out with a new note this morning that hints the Tesla Cybertruck will only be a limited production vehicle reserved for the most diehard fans of the electric automaker.
T&E: two-thirds of European battery production at risk as companies weigh investing in US instead
Green Car Congress
MARCH 7, 2023
More than two-thirds (68%) of lithium-ion battery production planned for Europe is at risk of being delayed, scaled down or cancelled, according to new analysis by the European NGO Transport & Environment. Tesla in Berlin, Northvolt in northern Germany and Italvolt near Turin are among the projects that stand to lose the greatest volumes of their slated capacity as the companies weigh up investing in the US instead.
Accelerating Decarbonization In Fukushima To Be Enhanced By Mirai Technology
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 9, 2023
The Fukushima prefecture has been a ghost town since late 2011. Though the levels of radiation have gone down to more than acceptable levels, people have refused to come back to the area, mostly fearing the radioactive contamination of ground water.
Lordstown stalls on Endurance electric truck
Green Car Reports
MARCH 7, 2023
With production of its Endurance electric pickup truck stalled by a recall, Lordstown Motors appears to be moving on to a next-generation vehicle platform developed in close collaboration with Foxconn. The next platform is "becoming a greater portion of our company's focus," Lordstown's fourth-quarter 2022 financial results presentation said.
Schindler Elevator to Deploy Canoo Electric Vehicles to its Fleet
Electric Cars Report
MARCH 9, 2023
Schindler Elevator Corporation plans to implement, through its Fleet Management Company, the use of fifty (50) 2023 Canoo Lifestyle Delivery Vehicle (LDV) battery-electric vans. The first in its industry to announce its intent to use EV light-duty vans in the United States, Schindler is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2040. The Canoo LDV is […] The post Schindler Elevator to Deploy Canoo Electric Vehicles to its Fleet appeared first on Electric Cars Report.
Volvo delivers 20 electric trucks to DFDS in Gothenburg; part of 125-unit order
Green Car Congress
MARCH 5, 2023
Volvo Trucks is delivering 20 fully electric heavy trucks to the logistics company DFDS in Gothenburg, Sweden. The delivery is part of a total order for 125 electric trucks that DFDS has placed with Volvo. Some of the new electric fleet will be used to transport goods to and from the Volvo Trucks assembly plant in Gothenburg. Fourteen of the trucks, charged using green electricity, will be deployed on transports to and from Volvo’s heavy truck factory just outside Gothenburg.
The Chinese EV Market Is Already Starting To Influence The EV Sector In Africa
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 6, 2023
The Chinese auto sector leads the world in terms of volumes when it comes to EV adoption. Last year, 22% of new car sales in China were 100% electric. About 6 million EVs (battery-electric + plug-in hybrids) were sold in China last year.
Tesla Model S and Model X prices cut again by up to $10,000
Green Car Reports
MARCH 6, 2023
Over the weekend, Tesla again cut prices on its Model S sedan and Model X SUV. The company already lopped $10,000 off the price of the Model S in January, as part of sweeping price cuts across the entire lineup; now it’s cut another $5,000. With this, an even greater cut applies to Model X prices; they're now $10,000 lower than they were.
Mack Trucks Introduces the Medium-Duty Mack MD Electric
Electric Cars Report
MARCH 10, 2023
Mack Trucks revealed its Mack MD Electric, the company’s first electric vehicle in the medium-duty segment of the trucking industry. Mack revealed the truck for the first time during an event at the National Truck Equipment Association (NTEA) 2023 Work Truck Show, March 6-9 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. The MD Electric will […] The post Mack Trucks Introduces the Medium-Duty Mack MD Electric appeared first on Electric Cars Report.
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