They are coming, like it or not. There are amazing advances taking place and this is a technology that could transform the world we live in. It could also be incredibly disruptive in ways we can’t yet envisage. This will clearly be the first of many reports on this topic as things are changing fast.
Month: August 2021
Rolls-Royce has taken delivery of a generator that will enable what the company calls “the most powerful hybrid-electric aero power and propulsion system in aerospace.” The generator for RR’s 2.5 MW Power Generation System 1 (PGS1), along with its related power electronics, was delivered to the newly-renovated Testbed 108 in Bristol, UK. The generator completed
Tesla has increased the price of the base Model S by another $5,000 – making it a $10,000 base price increase in less than a month. Since the beginning of the year, we have been covering a seemingly continuous series of price increases throughout Tesla’s vehicle lineup. However, it has particularly affected Model 3 and
By Maria Merano Posted on August 3, 2021 The Norwegian Road Traffic Information Council (OFV) reported that most new passenger car sales in July were zero-emission cars, taking up 64.1% market share last month. There were 10,507 vehicles sold in July 2021, up by 7.5% compared to July 2020. In total, 6,731 new zero-emission passenger
Lyreco takes the first steps to electrifying its UK delivery fleet with the Renault Master E-Tech Europe’s leading distributor of workplace products chooses the all-electric LCV for its London multidrop operation Fleet of 17 Master E-Tech Panel Vans will ensure most London deliveries are now made by all-electric power Master E-Tech chosen for its ‘must
NIO reports that in July it sold 7,931 electric cars (up 125% year-over-year), which is near the record of over 8,000 in June. It appears that in recent months, the company operates at its maximum manufacturing capacity and that there is still potential for more. The sales of the ES6 model (a 5-seat SUV) are
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV will charge very quickly. We drive the Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid. And what does “clean hydrogen” mean to Congress and its infrastructure bill? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. We drove the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid, and found this midsize SUV to occupy an ideal middle ground
Many in the media have been asking two questions about Nissan. As its aging Leaf becomes a byword for EV obsolescence, will the company rejuvenate its once cutting-edge electrical efforts? And, amid the uncertainty following Brexit, will the automaker remain committed to its Nissan Motor Manufacturing plant in Sunderland, England, which employs some 7,500 workers?
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The charging standards war ended in 2020, when Nissan announced that it would abandon the CHAdeMO DC fast charging standard in favor of the competing CCS standard. The only plug-in vehicle on sale in the US that still uses CHAdeMO is the low-volume Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. Of course, there are still substantial numbers of older
Tesla’s stock (TSLA) is on the rise this week as KGI Securities is initiating coverage of the electric vehicle company and giving it a high price target for its “technological superiority.” KGI Securities, a Taiwan-based financial company, has been known for its Apple coverage due to their frequent unique insights based on leaks. Now the
Filling up your car’s fuel tank is a normal and familiar chore for almost every car owner, right? You’re all familiar with the idea of driving a few hundred miles – whether that’s all at once on a road trip or in starts and stops around town – then pulling up to your local fuel
A new documentary airing on Netflix will tell the story of history’s greatest Formula One driver: Michael Schumacher. The “Schumacher” documentary is set for release on September 15 and has the full blessing of the racing legend’s family, several members of whom will feature. They are thought to include wife Corrina, father Rolf, and children
By Maria Merano Posted on August 2, 2021 Rivian is in talks with UK ministers to build a giant factory. The United Kingdom’s Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has reportedly been briefed on the discussions with Rivian and has taken a keen interest in its progress. Insiders reported that Rivian is interested in placing its UK
Underscores Helbiz’s ongoing commitment to reducing its CO2 emissions NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Helbiz, a global leader in micro-mobility that is the business combination target of GreenVision Acquisition Corp. (Nasdaq: GRNV), today announced that they are exploring the electrification of their fleet with Lightning eMotors (NYSE: ZEV), a leading manufacturer of commercial electric vehicles for enterprise fleets. Following the
The popular XPeng G3 compact SUV has been ranked top in quality in the compact battery-powered electric vehicle segment, based on owner experience, according to J.D. Power in its 2021 China New Energy Vehicle Initial Quality Study. With this designation, the XPeng G3 has become the first model to obtain the top rating in this
Today, we take the Audi E-Tron GT for a drive. Some Tesla owners could be getting money back for time when software updates pinched range. Home solar and smart energy systems are converging around electric cars. And an all-electric “baby Jeep” might be in the works. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. In
Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL) unveiled its newly-developed sodium-ion battery at a recent launch event, together with its AB battery pack solution, which enables the integration of sodium-ion cells and lithium-ion cells into one pack. The sodium-ion battery works on a similar principle to the lithium-ion battery, shuttling sodium ions between the cathode and anode. However,
In a new video, we can watch Rivian’s latest R1S electric SUV prototype climb an insane 45-degree slope like it’s nothing. Rivian has been running into some issues bringing its first consumer electric vehicle to production. The first R1T electric pickup truck deliveries have recently been delayed from July to September. It also delays deliveries
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Robert is giddy with excitement (whilst self-isolating at home) about some stories that have been very positive over the past week. From 1 million Teslas being produced to solar power buildings to new EV service stations to electric autonomous flight progression, Robert explains the news and how it affects us mere mortals. Links: Tesla Millionth
Electric aircraft manufacturer Eviation Aircraft has unveiled the design for its Alice all-electric plane. The production configuration, optimized based on real-world lessons learned and customer feedback, will define Alice’s path to its first flight later this year, to be followed by certification and entry into service, which is expected in 2024. Alice, a nine-passenger, two-crew-member
A Tesla driver in Norway decided to get behind the wheel of his Model S while intoxicated and visibly fell asleep during the drive while Autopilot was activated. The driver-assist system managed to safely bring the electric vehicle to a stop. The incident happened in Norway’s eastern district on Friday, July 30th. Motorists passing a
By Simon Alvarez Posted on August 1, 2021 Tesla’s Autopilot remains polarizing for many, but there is no doubt that the driver-assist system had saved numerous lives since its introduction back in 2016. As it turned out, the release of Autopilot back then was the result of a massive effort on the company’s part, following
MONTREAL, July 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – The Lion Electric Company (NYSE: LEV) (TSX: LEV) (“Lion” or the “Company”), a leading manufacturer of all-electric medium and heavy-duty urban vehicles, today announced that Green Mountain Power (GMP) of Vermont will purchase two of its all-electric trucks – a Lion8 bucket truck for line crews and a Lion6 stake body truck for electrical
According to Luca de Meo, Renault CEO, the ZOE will not live to see a next-generation as the company is switching to a new all-electric platform. So far, the Renault ZOE was the best-selling all-electric model from Renault and one of the best-selling models in Europe. However, the ZOE platform is getting old. The car
Electric cars and home solar complement each other, and a new alliance between solar-energy provider SunPower and charging-equipment maker Wallbox aims to make the most of that. With this alliance, SunPower customers can opt to install a Wallbox home charging station at the same time as their home solar and/or energy-storage system installation, the two
Enedym, a developer of electrified powertrains, has secured $15 million in new financing from an international group of investors. The company will use the new investment to accelerate its motor development and increase its footprint in the electric motor market, focusing on OEMs in the automotive, micromobility, wind farm and industrial markets. Enedym builds switched
Orbital Marine Power’s 2 MW tidal turbine has begun to generate electricity at the local onshore electricity network in Orkney, Scotland. Tidal turbine It’s the Edinburgh- and Orkney-based company’s first turbine. The floating turbine known as the Orbital O2 is anchored in the Fall of Warness, where a subsea cable connects it to the European
Five companies (AESC, LG Chem, Panasonic, Samsung and SK Innovation) produced almost all the battery cells used in plug-in vehicles for the US market over the past decade. Total capacity produced was 75,933 MWh. Panasonic supplied 74% of all the cells, and a majority of these were installed in Tesla battery packs. A small percentage