Published on April 20th, 2019 | by Matt Pressman
In the US, the federal tax credit for electric vehicles has been cut in half from $7,500 to $3,750 for both Tesla and GM. Now, the current administration looks like it's turning its back on clean cars. In the future, there could be some hope things change. But with the federal tax credit currently winding down, it's worth investigating what electric car incentives also exist on the state level... Read More →
Published on April 19th, 2019 | by Zachary Shahan
The Tesla story is fascinating. Whether you love the company or hate it, it is easy to get pulled into the story like you're pulled into a good movie. This is surely one reason so many people so obsessively check for Tesla news and op-eds every day... Read More →
Published on April 19th, 2019 | by Guest Contributor
Munro & Associates in Auburn Hills, Michigan, is in the business of taking cars apart. The company’s teardown reports reveal the juicy details of every single component — how they work, where they came from, and how much they cost. Automakers pay sizable sums for these reports, in order to figure out what their competitors are up to. Sandy Munro’s 2018 teardown of a Tesla Model 3 delivered some important insights into the California carmaker’s strengths and weaknesses. What about other electric cars... Read More →
Published on April 19th, 2019 | by Michael Barnard
Carbon Engineering's solution is only useful in tapped-out oil wells and as greenwashing for fossil fuel companies... Read More →
Published on April 19th, 2019 | by Andy Miles
Republicans could not easily reject the Green New Deal in its old way — on the basis of totally ignoring climate change and completely denying the need to do something about it. Even oil corporations agree that climate change is happening and caused by burning fossil fuels... Read More →
Published on April 19th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Researchers in the UK and in Spain have devised a way to create more efficient air conditioning using solid crystals known as NPGs. They are eco-friendly, non-toxic, non-flammable, and inexpensive. ... Read More →
Published on April 19th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Buildings account for 67% of all carbon emissions in New York City. The city council has just passed a resolution mandating a reduction in emissions from large buildings of 40% by 2030. ... Read More →
Published on April 19th, 2019 | by Tina Casey
A new record-breaking wind turbine blade from GE's LM Wind Power branch is perfectly timed for the US offshore wind revolution... Read More →
Published on April 19th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
A study by researchers at the University of Michigan suggests the total energy needed for the transportation sector may increase when autonomous cars become available because people will be able to multi-task while driving, giving them an incentive to drive more. ... Read More →
Published on April 19th, 2019 | by Carolyn Fortuna
It's time to help auto buyers to learn more about EVs... Read More →
Published on April 19th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Bernie Sanders has announced that if elected president, he will end the use of fossil fuels in America. Is he crazy or crazy like a fox? ... Read More →
Published on April 18th, 2019 | by Guest Contributor
We do love Tesla Electric Road Trip stories, especially when they’re spiced with practical charging tips. A recent addition to the genre, from Brad Templeton, posted on Forbes goes beyond the usual travel log of sights seen and charging difficulties overcome. Templeton’s account of a weeklong trip from San Francisco to the southern California desert to enjoy the spectacular springtime poppy bloom includes some interesting insights about how driving electric changes the overall traveling experience... Read More →
Published on April 18th, 2019 | by Jennifer Sensiba
If you’re willing to plan ahead, take a little extra time, and enjoy the journey as much as the destination, there’s no reason to leave your EV at home... Read More →
Published on April 18th, 2019 | by Dr. Maximilian Holland
In a classic FUD piece penned by a long-term cheerleader of Japanese OEMs, Reuters — either in ignorance or in deceit — is spreading falsehoods and negativity about EVs. The piece directly quotes from engineers and managers on the payroll of Honda and Toyota, Japanese automakers both known to be unwilling to offer electric vehicles... Read More →
Published on April 18th, 2019 | by Nicolas Zart
Are we witnessing the era of aircraft and automotive convergence nearing? The latest news seems to hint even more at the inevitable prospect of vehicles that can drive and fly ushering us into an era of urban air mobility (UAM) with electric vertical take-off & landing (eVTOL) aircraft... Read More →
Published on April 18th, 2019 | by Zachary Shahan
Electric bus announcements seem to pop up almost daily now. The latest one is from Oregon.New Flyer of America (New Flyer), which is a subsidiary of NFI Group, North America's largest bus manufacturer, has delivered a zero-emission battery-electric Xcelsior CHARGE bus to the Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon (TriMet)... Read More →
Published on April 18th, 2019 | by Joshua S Hill
ENGIE North America, the local subsidiary of French multinational utility company ENGIE, announced this week that it has started construction of the 160 megawatt (MW) Jumo Hill Wind Project in Texas, which is expected to be completed and brought online by spring of ... Read More →
Published on April 18th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Opponents argue the Green New Deal is socialism. Historian and Pulitzer Prize winning author Joseph Ellis argues it is an expression of the highest and best principles enshrined in the Constitution. ... Read More →
Published on April 18th, 2019 | by Joshua S Hill
The European wind energy industry invested a total of €65 billion ($73 billion) in 2018 including €27 billion on new wind farms which, thanks to cost reductions, will finance a record 16.7 GW of new wind capacity... Read More →
Published on April 18th, 2019 | by Tim Dixon
Xpeng Motors, a Chinese EV startup, has unveiled the Xpeng P7, an electric sedan/coupe with 600+ km (300+ miles) NEDC Range, a reported 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) time of just 4 seconds, dual motors (which enable four-wheel drive), and a semi-autonomous driving system... Read More →
Published on April 18th, 2019 | by The Beam
The era of oil is coming to an end, with global oil production set to halve in the next five to six years. To avoid a global economic slump, the transition to 100% renewables worldwide needs to be accelerated. It is feasible and cheaper than the current system, research shows... Read More →
Published on April 17th, 2019 | by Zachary Shahan
Tesla wasn't just the #1 electric vehicle or #1 small or midsize luxury vehicle or #1 luxury vehicle in the Netherlands, Norway, and Switzerland in March. It was the #1 top selling vehicle across the board... Read More →
Published on April 17th, 2019 | by Zachary Shahan
A recent analysis from ARK Invest indicates that the Tesla Model 3 (even the $44,500 Model 3 Long Range*) outcompetes the highly popular Toyota Camry on a total cost of ownership basis... Read More →
Published on April 17th, 2019 | by Nicolas Zart
It might run counter to what most believe, but electric vertical takeoff & landing (eVTOL) aircraft could be better for our environment than the congested wheeled mess we have on our roads. A few scientists have been trying to determine this and are on the side of the eVTOL aircraft... Read More →
