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Green NCAP LCA study shows detrimental climate and energy impact of increasing vehicle weight, including EVs

Green Car Congress

The results of the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of greenhouse gas emissions and primary energy demand of the cars tested by Green NCAP in 2022 show that the current and continuous trend towards larger and heavier cars, significantly increases the negative impact on climate and energy demand.

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Fisker names its all-electric SUV Ocean; unveils app-based leasing program

Green Car Congress

revealed the name of its upcoming all-electric luxury sports utility vehicle: Fisker Ocean. The all-electric SUV will come standard with an extended range (target of approximately 250 to 300 miles, depending on driving conditions), enabled by an approx. And we take care of all the service and maintenance. Fisker Inc.

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Ford is offering free home EV charging through a new partnership with TXU Energy

Baua Electric

Ford EV drivers can charge 100% for free at home through its new partnership with TXU Energy. Ford EV owners will get a credit on their TXU Energy bill for the energy used during the window. 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning Flash (Source: Ford) After a year of enrollment, users get a $100 bonus from Ford and $250 from TXU Energy.

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Ford partners with electric provider for free at-home EV charging

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Ford and a Texas retail electric provider are partnering to offer electric vehicle (EV) owners the opportunity to charge at home for free with a new program. There will also be additional perks offered by Ford and TXU Energy, including $100 from Ford and $250 from TXU once enrollment reaches one year. This is between 7 p.m.

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How Safe Are EVs for Fleets?

Blink Charging

Many fleet owners and operators are interested in reducing operational and maintenance costs with electric vehicles (EVs), but they worry about vehicle safety. To meet these standards, vehicles must undergo an extensive, long-established testing process, regardless of whether the vehicle operates on gasoline or electricity.

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California PHEV Owners Return to Gas Power

The Truth About Cars

Electric vehicles are one way to carbon neutrality. Yet 20 percent of California PHEV owners have gone back to gas-powered vehicles. The post California PHEV Owners Return to Gas Power appeared first on The Truth About Cars.

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Oil giant Shell offers Tesla Model 3 and Model Y subscriptions in Germany

Teslarati

Shell may have established its legacy as an oil and gas giant, but the company has shown an eagerness to present itself as an advocate of sustainable solutions. But this is not the most interesting part of Shell’s electric vehicle subscriptions in Germany.

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