A Tesla Supercharger station is now getting direct service from a nearby McDonald’s that offer direct delivery to Tesla owners charging their electric vehicles. When charging station operators open new stations, they try to build them near amenities for drivers to use when their vehicles are charging. We are mainly talking about restrooms, coffee shops,
DEARBORN, Mich., June 23, 2021 – Today, Ford announced that the Mustang Mach-E GT and Mustang Mach-E GT Performance Edition have completed the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency certification and range labeling processes. With torque of 634 lb.-ft/860 Nm1 and 0-60mph in 3.5 seconds2, the Mustang Mach-E GT Performance Edition will now take you an EPA-estimated range of 260 miles3 while
Hello again and welcome back to the next installment of the ABCs of EVs. We’re taking a topic in each video to delve into some of the terminologies that you hear in the world of EVs. Now, we love our fully electric cars, but let’s face it, there’s a lot of hybrids out there and there are also a few range extenders. So
By Joey Klender Posted on June 25, 2021 The release of Tesla’s Full Self-Driving Beta Version 9 has been delayed another week, CEO Elon Musk told Twitter followers early today. The FSD Suite has been primed for a new release for several months, and Musk has hinted toward an imminent rollout of the semi-autonomous driving
We spent time in the 2021 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat, we took a ride in the 2022 Toyota 86, and our spy photographer spotted the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class. It’s the Week in Reverse, right here at Motor Authority. We drove the most practical Hellcat, the 2021 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat. It’s a ridiculous machine that
We’re only halfway through 2021 and it’s already a big year for new EV models. Below is an update on new vehicles that have debuted this year and what is still to come over the next few months. Under $50,000 Audi Q4 e-tron and Q4 Sportback e-tron Estimated release date: Late 2021The Audi Q4 will
The all-electric XC90 Recharge will get lidar sensors. We take an up-close look at the Kia EV6—yes, the one with the numbers that rival the Model Y Performance. And the Sono Sion solar EV is getting a bigger battery before advancing toward production. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Volvo on Thursday announced
Should you buy a new Tesla Model S or a Model X and if so – what things you should be looking for like battery, supercharging, warranty, insurance and many other things. This video and the channel is sponsored by EVANNEX! Use our exclusive discount code “EFORELECTRIC” and get $10 off any order over $100
SUBSCRIBE, LIKE & SHARE for a Fully Charged future! As the demand for EV batteries increases, could Lithium be the vital element we need for our electric future? Last week we looked at the role of Cobalt in batteries and now Helen heads to Cornwall which is rich with Lithium to find out about why
Five years ago, Alexander Dennis (ADL), a subsidiary of global bus manufacturer NFI Group, formed a partnership with BYD UK to build electric buses, using BYD’s battery-electric driveline technology and ADL’s British-built, customizable bodies. There are now over 400 BYD ADL electric buses operating in London alone, and another 300 vehicles are on order. Now
Panasonic, Tesla’s main battery supplier, confirmed that it sold its entire stake in the electric automaker, and it claims that it won’t change its relationship. Believe it or not, there was a time when Tesla had issues convincing battery suppliers to sell them cells. No one had put cylindrical li-ion battery cells in an electric
High-nickel-content cathodes have captured the imagination of scientists, as they could enable much higher energy density. However, the high nickel content causes these cathode materials to degrade more quickly, creating cracks and stability issues as the battery cycles. A team of researchers at the DOE’s Brookhaven National Laboratory investigated the valence gradient of cathode materials
Electric vehicle infrastructure is getting $15 billion in US government funding in a new bipartisan proposal. It’s less than originally planned, but it’s still a decent amount. Some EV detractors are already suggesting that the proposed $10,000 EV rebate is being left behind, but it is apparently still in play. Earlier this year, Biden proposed
Urban Air Mobility Division of Hyundai Motor Group and ANRA Technologies Launch Partnership to Develop Advanced Air Mobility Air Traffic Operating Environment The Urban Air Mobility Division of Hyundai Motor Group announced today a new partnership with ANRA Technologies – a leading international provider of end-to-end drone operations and traffic management solutions for unmanned system
Panasonic‘s new President and CEO Yuki Kusumi is on a mission to oversee the company’s operations from the manufacturing floor up, focusing on improving efficiency. In the most recent Bloomberg article, he hints at potential “large investment” in EV battery production to supply Tesla and other manufacturers with the new Tesla’s 4680 cylindrical cells. “Panasonic
By Joey Klender Posted on June 24, 2021 The Tesla Model S Plaid, driven by veteran Unplugged Performance team member Randy Probst, continues its domination of the Exhibition Divison at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. The Unplugged Model S Plaid recently took down the fastest practice lap time during the Wednesday session, leading fellow
Canoo has a structural battery, but not like Tesla. Jaguar is shopping around for an EV platform. And GM is offering free late-night EV charging. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Jaguar recently canceled its all-electric XJ flagship, but now it’s looking for a new platform to underpin a future lineup of EVs
Unifrax, a manufacturer of specialty materials, has announced plans to build its first large-scale SiFAB (silicon fiber anode material) manufacturing line at its north-central Indiana facility. SiFAB is a proprietary silicon anode battery technology designed to enable greater energy density in lithium-ion batteries. The company also expects SiFAB to provide faster charging and longer battery
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Every company, in or out of the EV industry, seems to be want to build Gigafactories these days. Aspiring EV manufacturer Canoo is pursuing a different strategy, or at least a different terminology. The company plans to rely on several “mega microfactories,” and has now announced that the first will be built near Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) just signed into law SB 1128/HB 919, “Preemption Over Restriction of Utility Services,” which was pushed through the legislature. It prevents local governments from deciding which energy path they want to take. In other words, Florida towns and cities are now unable to switch to 100% clean energy because they can’t
Program includes current offerings that can help expand access to renewable energy for GM’s customers and suppliers in Texas, and free renewable energy charging hours for GM’s EV owners in the coming months DETROIT – General Motors and Shell, through its wholly owned subsidiary MP2 Energy, LLC (“Shell”), are collaborating to provide comprehensive energy solutions programs
In the most recent episode of Munro Live, Sandy Munro was joined by representatives from Sabic (Saudi Basic Industries Corporation) to talk about the potential weight reduction of battery packs. Using the Volkswagen ID.4‘s battery as an example, a team of engineers exercised a little bit to come with better ideas that would save weight for
By Joey Klender Posted on June 23, 2021 Tesla’s “preferential treatment” in Berlin has been attacked by numerous environmental groups who disagree with the automaker’s current construction project that is going on in the town of Brandenburg. Since the site’s initial groundbreaking and land preparation efforts in early 2020, citizens and “green” groups have come
We took a ride around Eagles Canyon Raceway in Decatur, Texas, in the 2022 Toyota 86 with pro drifter Ken Gushi at the wheel. The latest 86 seemed to hit 62 mph quicker than Toyota’s stated 6.1 seconds, and a 90-degree right turn into a 90-degree left made us appreciate the handling and suspension upgrades on
Audi shows us how it plans to phase out internal combustion. California heat waves are prompting some warnings about EV charging. The controversial USPS contract for next-generation vehicles will rely on Ford components. And Ford delivers some good news about range ratings on the Mustang Mach-E GT Performance. This and more, here at Green Car
Food wholesaler United Natural Foods (UNFI) plans to add 53 all-electric refrigerated trailer units (TRUs) to its fleet based at the company’s Riverside, California distribution center. The all-electric TRU achieves zero emissions by using a high-efficiency refrigeration system powered by roof-mounted solar photovoltaic panels, a “wheel-momentum generator,” lithium-ion batteries, and an auxiliary power unit that
Spin just unveiled its new flagship electric scooter scooter, the Spin S-100T. That “T” stands for “tough”, and that’s exactly how the scooter looks. The scooter was designed in-house by Spin’s team and will roll out onto Sacramento streets this summer ahead of a broader launch across the US later this year. The S-100T electric
As the resident sourpuss, I make it my business to complain about every industrial hypocrisy that crosses my path and the automotive sector has kept me so busy that there’s hardly any time left to address my own failings. Though I do have to confess that I sometimes feel guilty about how frequently I’m compelled