Green Car Congress
AUGUST 2, 2023
Building on the all-new redesign of its RX crossover vehicle last year, Lexus is adding the anticipated plug-in hybrid to the electrified lineup: the 2024 Lexus RX 450h+. Powered by a 96-cell lithium-ion battery pack paired with a 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder engine (shared with NX), the 2024 RX 450h+ hybrid system has a manufacturer-estimated combined 83 MPGe rating.
Green Car Reports
AUGUST 4, 2023
Fisker CEO Henrik Fisker on Thursday night presented a vision of Fisker’s product plan, which might bring up to three additional new model lines by the end of 2025. The product presentation was held hours before a financial update call with investors, in which the company was expected to elaborate on continued struggles ramping up production.
Electrek
AUGUST 4, 2023
Pepsico explained how it uses its fleet of Tesla Semi electric trucks in a fascinating video that gives us a glimpse at the future of trucking. more… The post Pepsico explains how it uses Tesla Semi electric trucks in glimpse of the future of trucking appeared first on Electrek.
The Truth About Cars
AUGUST 4, 2023
Word has it that Mercedes-AMG is mulling over how best to bring back V8 power to the C and E-Class. While the performance unit downsized its powertrains in a bid to be more emissions compliant, fans pointed out that AMG had long been synonymous with under-stressed and over-engineered V8s making enough power to burn through a set of tires in a single outing.
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Green Car Congress
AUGUST 1, 2023
The US Department of Energy (DOE) released its 2023 Critical Materials Assessment (2023 CMA), which evaluated materials for their criticality to global clean energy technology supply chains. Based on the results of the Assessment, DOE has determined the 2023 DOE Critical Materials List of energy-specific critical and near-critical materials through 2035.
Green Car Reports
AUGUST 3, 2023
Subaru on Wednesday announced plans to double the number of EV models it will offer later in the decade, boosting it from four to eight. It’s part of an accelerated intent to shift to EVs and hybrids, including U.S. production, with a goal of 50% of its sales to be fully electric by 2030, up from a previous target of 40%. Subaru also appears.
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Teslarati
AUGUST 4, 2023
A new leaked video shows several Tesla Cybertrucks lined up inside the plant at Gigafactory Texas with their frunks open. Earlier today, images were seen of the Cybertruck charging outside of the factory in drone footage captured by Giga Texas observer Joe Tegtmeyer. Tesla Cybertruck charging outside Gigafactory Texas shows interesting frunk detail We speculated that the frunk seemed somewhat small based on the frunk cutout in the vehicle’s bed, but this new angle from inside Giga Texas gi
Green Car Congress
JULY 31, 2023
Since the EU imposed sanctions on Russia in the wake of the invasion of Ukraine, there has been a redrawing of the global oil map, a new study by Transport & Environment (T&E) shows. Instead of cutting demand, Europe has simply replaced imports from Russia with oil from other producing countries. In not much more than a year, the EU has redrawn the oil map.
Green Car Reports
AUGUST 2, 2023
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation into alleged loss of steering control in 2023 Tesla Model 3 and Model Y electric cars. The investigation—officially known as a Preliminary Evaluation—is based on 12 complaints alleging steering issues in the affected vehicles. Five complaints.
Electrek
AUGUST 4, 2023
Italian renewables giant Enel Green Power and Sicily-based robotic tech startup Reiwa have developed a robot that automatically cleans solar panels without using water or gas. more… The post This automated solar-powered robot can clean solar panels without water appeared first on Electrek.
Electric Cars Report
AUGUST 4, 2023
The East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) has chosen the Skoda Enyaq to provide zero-emission rapid response support across the East Midlands region, as it looks to electrify its fleet and work towards net zero. Two fully electric Skoda Enyaq 80 models have been introduced to provide a zero-emission service following a successful trial period to […] The post East Midlands Ambulance Service chooses Skoda Enyaq to join its frontline service appeared first on Electric Cars Report.
Green Car Congress
JULY 29, 2023
DG Fuels, LLC (DGF), a developer of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facilities ( earlier post ), announced the successful closing of investment transactions with two Japanese companies. With the investments in DGF made by aviner & co., inc., Chishima Real Estate Co., Ltd. and an undisclosed investor, DGF has now exceeded its minimum investment target as part of its final round of parent-level development capital needed to fund the remaining expected expenses required to reach FID, including the
Green Car Reports
AUGUST 1, 2023
What makes the 2025 Volvo EX30, in rear-wheel-drive form with a projected range rating of 275 miles, possible at its remarkable starting price of around $35,000—the price that tripped up Tesla some years ago? It’s undoubtedly the EX30’s manufacture in China, where labor costs are roughly akin to those in Mexico. The EX30.
Setec Powerr
AUGUST 4, 2023
As electric vehicles become more popular, EV owners will face some new challenges. How to better ev charger cable management is one of them. In this article I will provide you some practical tips. Understanding the Importance of EV Charger Cable Management Before we dive into the solutions, it’s crucial to understand why EV charger cable management is important.
Electric Cars Report
AUGUST 4, 2023
The new car market grew 28.3% in July with 143,921 new vehicles registered, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). As a result, the market has enjoyed non-stop growth for a full year despite challenging economic conditions, as supply chain challenges ease, production increases and deliveries can be […] The post UK: One battery electric car registered every 60 seconds as deliveries surge 87.9% in July appeared first on Electric Cars Repor
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 1, 2023
Trucking moved two-thirds of US domestic freight in terms of tonnage and three-fourths of freight in terms of value in 2021, according to analysis by the US Department of Energy (DOE). “Air” includes shipments moved by air or a combination of truck and air in commercial or private aircraft. “Other and unknown” includes movements not elsewhere classified such as flyaway aircraft, and shipments for which the mode cannot be determined.
Green Car Reports
JULY 31, 2023
GM reported on Monday that first shipments of the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV from its assembly plant in Mexico have started, with dealerships due to start getting initial Blazer EV RS AWD versions in August. With the confirmation, GM rolled out more Blazer EV news including new price details, some confirmed EPA range ratings, and a confirmation that.
CleanTechnica EVs
AUGUST 4, 2023
In what appears to be a silent takeover, AC Motors, the automotive subsidiary of the Ayala Corporation, is now the distributor of BYD in the Philippines, fueling speculations among the business community about the conglomerate’s completion of its full EV ecosystem.
Electrek
AUGUST 4, 2023
GM has now confirmed the official starting price of the Cadillac Celestiq: $340,000 before any option. more… The post GM confirms Cadillac Celestiq starts at a whopping $340K appeared first on Electrek.
Green Car Congress
JULY 31, 2023
A team of researchers from the Chemistry Division of the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division in China Lake has demonstrated that fuels with both high energy densities and excellent low temperature properties can be generated from bio-based substrates through cyclopropanation (a chemical process which generates cyclopropane rings) reactions. A paper describing their work using myrtenal—a naturally occurring molecule (a bicyclic monoterpenoid, C 10 H 14 O)—is published in the jou
Green Car Reports
AUGUST 1, 2023
Chevrolet has canceled plans for a base 1LT version of the Blazer EV, the brand confirmed to Green Car Reports on Monday. The detail, which GM hadn’t yet confirmed publicly, came in follow-up queries regarding its announcement regarding first deliveries of the 2024 Chevy Blazer, initially in RS AWD versions. Chevrolet clarified that the.
The Truth About Cars
AUGUST 4, 2023
Toyota’s got a lot going on, from the shockingly good-looking new Prius in 2023 to a fresh Tacoma pickup and Land Cruiser SUV next year. On top of that, Automotive News recently reported that the automaker has several other new models on the way, starting with a Crown Crossover and an electric three-row family hauler. The Japanese auto giant is also said to be planning a new small pickup truck based on the Corolla.
Cars That Think
AUGUST 4, 2023
When a self-driving car is involved in an accident, its data tells the story—which can be essential to crash investigators to determine who or what was at fault, as well as to automakers, so they can make their self-driving systems smarter and safer. In 2004, the IEEE Standards Association introduced IEEE 1616 , setting the ground rules for the types and amounts of data collected by automobile event-data recorders, or EDRs (a car’s answer to the black boxes in aircraft).
Green Car Congress
JULY 29, 2023
Toyota Motor Corporation will enter the ENEOS Super Taikyu Series 2023 Supported by Bridgestone Round 4 Super Taikyu Race (5h x 1 race), to be held from 29-30 July at the Autopolis international racing course in Oita Prefecture, with the #32 ORC ROOKIE GR Corolla H2 Concept, which runs on liquid hydrogen ( earlier post ), and the #28 ORC ROOKIE GR86 CNF Concept running on carbon-neutral fuel ( earlier post ).
Green Car Reports
AUGUST 4, 2023
Beginning August 1, Costco members can get discounts of thousands of dollars on new Audi EVs. The discount applies to purchases or leases of 2023 and 2024 Audi models, including all of the luxury brand's EVs. The biggest discount—$5,000—goes to the E-Tron GT and RS E-Tron GT sedans. Because it shares the J1 platform with the Porsche.
Electric Cars Report
AUGUST 4, 2023
As the first luxury brand to offer a hybrid in the segment, it’s only fitting that RX offers a variety of electrified powertrains. Building on the all-new redesign of the iconic crossover vehicle last year, Lexus adds the much-anticipated plug-in hybrid to the electrified lineup. The 2024 Lexus RX 450h+ offers standard luxury elements, intuitive […] The post Lexus RX 450h+ PHEV Added to Lineup; 35 Miles Of EV Range For $70,000 appeared first on Electric Cars Report.
CN EV Post
AUGUST 4, 2023
@Reasonable__Guy In reply to Reasonable__Guy. I think it will go way further than that. Does anyone know of the phone will be available only for NIO users? Or I guess since it's using android to everyone who wants to buy it.
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 4, 2023
Yanmar Power Technology, a subsidiary of Yanmar Holdings, is commercializing a 300 kW maritime hydrogen fuel cell system. The company plans to propose the installation of this system into various ships, including passenger ships, work ships, and cargo ships operating in coastal areas where hydrogen refueling is relatively accessible. Yanmar maritime hydrogen fuel cell system In line with the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) revised target of achieving zero net greenhouse gas (GHG) emi
Green Car Reports
AUGUST 2, 2023
A charging route could help the Tesla Semi and other big electric trucks get from Mexico up to Northern California. The Model 3 and Model Y are under investigation for a potential steering issue. And is Tesla preparing to offer wireless charging on some of its models? This and more in this very Tesla news roundup here at Green Car Reports. Earlier.
Electric Cars Report
AUGUST 4, 2023
Kia UK has reached the 50,000 EV sales milestone in July 2023, after another record-breaking month that saw the brand finish as the UK’s fourth best-selling brand. Kia sold 9,624 units in July across all models – Kia’s best July on record – including 1,555 fully electric vehicles, which pushed the grand total of Kia […] The post Kia UK reaches 50,000 electric vehicle sales milestone in record July appeared first on Electric Cars Report.
Electrek
AUGUST 3, 2023
Tesla has officially acquired Germany-based wireless charging startup, Wiferion, as the automaker is expected to launch its own wireless charging platform. more… The post Tesla officially acquires wireless charging startup appeared first on Electrek.
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 2, 2023
EVgo and General Motors have surpassed 1,000 fast charging stalls as part of their collaboration to expand fast-charging infrastructure. First announced in 2020 and expanded upon in 2021, the collaboration will lead to the development and installation of 3,250 DC fast-charging stalls in major metro markets. To date, EVgo and GM have opened fast-charging stalls across nearly 230 locations in 39 markets covering 27 states, with the majority featuring high-power 350kW fast charging.
Green Car Reports
JULY 31, 2023
Mazda on Friday afternoon revealed that its MX-30 lineup will not be returning for U.S. sales after the 2023 model year. For longtime Mazda fans, that piece of news also means that Mazda’s Wankel rotary engine won’t be coming back to America anytime soon. The MX-30 EV arrived for first deliveries in late 2021, and with its 100-mile EPA.
Electric Cars Report
AUGUST 3, 2023
The all-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and service provider Volta Trucks has achieved a new industry-leading rating for the Direct Vision Standard. With a volumetric score of 32.82m³, the rating for the Volta Zero is the highest ever result of any vehicle tested and 50% higher than the nearest competitor vehicle tested, at 22m³. Following nearly […] The post Volta Zero receives maximum five-star rating for Direct Vision Standard appeared first on Electric Cars Report.
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