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Month: July 2023
By Maria Merano Posted on July 18, 2023 Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet system is already available in the Philippines, and little by little, it is changing lives. As per recent social media posts, Starlink is currently being used to bring high-speed internet to some of the country’s indigenous communities. In a post on Twitter,
ADS-TEC Energy provides battery-buffered ultra-fast charging systems, and the company says that customers are successfully implementing its systems in a wide range of use cases. ADS-TEC’s solutions are designed to enable charge point operators to deploy DC fast charging without requiring electrical service upgrades. “The fact that our products can show their full strength in
There’s a new ride in town, and it’s got three wheels. Oh, and it also leans. It’s the X-OTO, and this electric scooter is already zipping around in the US. The three-wheeler uses a patented system to lean the scooter up to 45 degrees, giving the stability of three wheels and the carving operation of
EVs Aren’t Good at Towing. What’s the Solution? The Why & How To Help of EV Towing Many drivers agree that EVs are the way of the future, but they have their limitations. One of these limitations is towing. When you imagine hauling cargo, you likely think of a Toyota Tacoma instead of a Tesla.
Recent additions to the electric bicycle market have staked the hefty claim of being able to replace your car on a daily basis. While for the most part, a capable electric urban bike can indeed get this job done, there are other electric bikes that go way beyond just offering an alternative means of mobility.
The Toyota RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid is being recalled, and it affects charging. Jeep is sending a lower ratio of electric SUVs to Europe than it previously suggested. And which VW Group brand or vehicle might get the company’s very fast wireless charging? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Cold-weather charging of the
Subaru will reveal a new version of its BRZ sports car on July 23, one that’s sharper and more focused, according to the automaker. The reveal will take place during this year’s Subiefest California, a gathering for Subaru fans and owners which is scheduled to take place at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, California. No
BASF, a chemicals firm, has opened a battery material production and recycling site in Schwarzheide, Germany. The automated production plant makes cathode active materials, and mechanically processes end-of-life batteries and battery production waste for the production of black mass, which contains lithium, nickel, cobalt and manganese. The factory will provide European cell manufacturers and automotive
The final chapter in the VanMoof financial saga has been written this morning. The e-bike maker has officially filed for bankruptcy. The move was first reported by Thomas Ricker in The Verge, citing an internal email sent by VanMoof cofounders and brothers Taco and Ties Carlier informing company employees of the decision. The full text
Jack heads to Amsterdam for an exclusive first ride/drive of the remarkable BeTriton. Part e-bike, part boat, part camper, it might just be one of the strangest vehicles we’ve ever featured on the Fully Charged Show. But is it real? Does it work? Will it float?? We put a very large man in it and
By Joey Klender Posted on July 17, 2023 Tesla is involved in a new lawsuit, but this time as the plaintiff against a supercapacitor company, as the automaker claims it infringed on two U.S. patents owned by Maxwell Technologies. The same company Tesla is suing has a lawsuit open against Maxwell, which is a subsidiary
MIT engineers are building a 1-megawatt (MW) motor to help facilitate the electrification of larger aircraft. The team has designed and tested the motor’s primary components and proved that the connected components can generate 1 MW of power at a weight and size comparable to current compact aircraft engines. The team anticipates a battery or
First Solar, the largest solar panel maker in the US, will supply Israeli renewable energy company Energix with 5 gigawatts (GW) of ultra-low carbon thin film solar panels. The panels, which First Solar will deliver to Energix between 2026 and 2030, will provide clean energy for projects in Israel, Poland, and the US. This is Energix’s
Must Have Car Features for College Students Help for Picking Your Ride Wisely This article may contain affiliate links. College life for students often marks the start of newfound liberty and self-reliance, which commonly includes owning a car for the first time. Though exhilarating, possessing a car as a student means selecting a vehicle that
Out of all the technological advancements and innovations Tesla has brought to the table, we can definitively say that the EV pioneer is late when it comes to one thing: electric bicycles. Indeed, nearly all other car manufacturers occupying the EV space have either already rolled out or expressed interest in launching electric bicycles. In
Ford gives its electric truck a big price cut. Europe plans to expand charging infrastructure—and hydrogen fueling. Tesla and BYD are reportedly considering an expansion into India. And Tesla made at least one Cybertruck. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. A nearly $10,000 price cut on the Ford F-150 Lightning means that at
Ford on Monday announced sharp price cuts across its F-150 Lightning lineup. The cuts come after four price hikes in row and see the electric truck now priced from $51,990. That’s down $9,979 from before but still up $10,321 from when the F-150 Lightning entered production in April 2022. The starting price is for the
Several studies have found that light-duty EVs tend to have lower total cost of ownership than legacy vehicles—the lower fueling and maintenance costs cancel out the higher purchase price within a few years. The same is expected to hold true for heavy-duty EVs, but to date there hasn’t been a lot of real-world testing. A
The Emerald Fold eBike is a user friendly, thoughtfully composed bike, with premium components at a stellar price. With an easily accessible battery, a solid foundation on the wheels, and an easy to use platform, it’s easy to see why they’re axious to get the word out. We got hands on at Electrek for a
By Maria Merano Posted on July 16, 2023 General Motors (GM) incoming President of North America, Rory Harvey, stated that the 2024 Silverado EV received a higher EPA range estimate than previously expected. Chevrolet’s dedicated Silverado EV website stated that the all-electric pickup truck has a GM-estimated range of 400 miles on a single full
US-based SaaS provider Powerfleet has expanded its Unity intelligence platform with the addition of the Sustainability Data-Powered Application, which is designed to advance ESG initiatives by helping fleets to minimize carbon footprint and material waste, improve maintenance and fuel efficiency, assist with government mandate compliance and lower operating costs. Powerfleet says the application is powered
Electric boating is nothing new, but for a long time it has been outside the limits of most recreational boaters’ wallets. That’s not true anymore, though, as several new low-cost electric boats are starting to enter the US market. Here’s a collection of some of the most interesting and affordable electric boats for rest of
Maximize Your Chances of a Successful Lemon Law Claim The Steps to Take This article ay contain affiliate links. Purchasing a motor vehicle can be a significant investment and one every motorist expects will provide them with reliable and dependable transportation and peace of mind. Unfortunately, in many cases, consumers end up purchasing cars that
Mitsubishi has officially pulled out of the Chinese market, with the automaker seemingly unable to keep up with the competition. China’s increasing demand for electric vehicles, and Mitsubishi’s reluctance to make them, is believed to have been a key factor in the decision. For a long period, Mitsubishi was very popular in China. Back in 2019, the
While the U.S.EV charging buildout happening as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law requires 150-kw DC fast chargers every 50 miles as part of a national charging network, Europe is already aiming a bit higher—with it’s built-in requirement for truck charging and hydrogen refueling by 2031. Europe’s vision includes a requirement for stations spaced at
Mazda filed six patents related to rotary engines with the Japanese Patent Office on the same day in June, CarBuzz has discovered. The Wankel rotary engine popularized by Mazda will make its return as a range extender in the MX-30 R-EV, though these patent filings describe a larger two-rotor design that could be used to actually
Li-S Energy has revealed its first 20-layer battery cells using its third-generation semi-solid-state lithium-sulfur (GEN3 Li-S) technology. GEN3 Li-S 20-layer battery cells use a patented low-flammability electrolyte Li-nanomesh technology and Boron Nitride Nanotubes (BNNTs) to prevent dendrite formation. Compared to the company’s second-generation lithium-sulfur cells, the new cells offer greater energy density and more safety,
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The Dacia Spring is decisively Europe’s cheapest car, and one we’ve been trying to get our hands on for a very long time. And, at long last, we were able to spend some time with one in Paris for a proper road test to finally get answers to the burning questions we’ve had for some
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