A new nickel-rich, single-crystal battery technology is on track for rapid deployment A seemingly simple shift in lithium-ion battery manufacturing could pay big dividends, improving electric vehicles’ (EV) ability to store more energy per charge and to withstand more charging cycles, according to new research led by the Department of … [continued]
Battery electric trucks should, in theory, be superior to gas & diesel trucks due to their powerful, higher torque electric motors. Also, since the center of gravity is so low in a BEV, they are much more stable on the road vs. internal combustion trucks. There is just one problem. … [continued]
As Tesla begins to roll out its long-awaited Cybertruck to customers, with a fleet of production units spotted at the Austin, Texas plant, the electric automaker isn’t just delivering a new vehicle — it’s introducing a revolution in portable power solutions. The Cybertruck comes equipped with a groundbreaking feature called Powershare … [continued]
Tesla is on the cusp of a significant expansion at its Gigafactory Shanghai, setting the stage for increased electric vehicle production and the launch of a highly anticipated budget-friendly model. This strategic move has the potential to bolster Tesla’s presence in China, amidst intensifying competition from local EV manufacturers. The … [continued]
2023 has made it clear that electrified motorsports are here to stay, from pushing the boundaries on technology to putting on a great show, EV racing is taking a leadership role among all of elite sport — particularly in proving that these mass market, high drama sporting events can function … [continued]
I put down a reservation for a Cybertruck on the first day of the launch back in 2019 since I knew I’d be replacing my old Dodge 4×4 2500 within a few years. I didn’t really like the look of Cybertruck at the time, to be honest, but I bought … [continued]
Editor’s note: In the interest of open debate, we are publishing the article below from the ICCT. This is part of a debate the ICCT is having with Michael Barnard. You can read Michael’s articles on the topic here, here, here, and here. By Felipe Rodríguez, Director Heavy-Duty Vehicles at … [continued]
A new form of wave devouring propulsion (WDP) could power ships and help to cut greenhouse gas emissions in the maritime industry. Academics from Cranfield University have worked on the concept of using wave energy for propulsion, and designed an inventive method of achieving greater thrust from the power of … [continued]
New report highlights how President Biden’s Investing in America agenda is creating good-paying jobs, revitalizing infrastructure and growing the economy WASHINGTON — As the Biden-Harris administration marks the two-year anniversary of President Biden signing the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Department of the Interior released a new analysis that estimates that investments from the … [continued]
WASHINGTON — The Biden-Harris administration today announced its approval of the Empire Wind offshore wind project — the sixth approval of a commercial-scale offshore wind energy project under President Biden’s leadership. Today’s announcement supports the Administration’s goal of deploying 30 gigawatts of offshore wind energy capacity by 2030. Empire Wind US … [continued]
