Toyota Invests In Perovskite Solar Cells, And The World Will Never Be The Same
The solar car of the future is already emerging, and Toyota could get a jump on the ball with new perovskite solar cells.
EV Charging
Sleek New EV Charging Stations Could Save The Day For Starbucks
Starbucks is aiming to attract customers with an assist from Mercedes-Benz, which has arranged to install a fleet of new Italian-designed, made-in-the-USA EV charging stations at selected Starbucks stores.
Mercedes-Benz To Install EV Chargers At Over 100 Starbucks Locations
Mercedes-Benz is expanding its North American EV charging network. Here at CleanTechnica, we have covered several of the developments as it grows. Paul Fosse wrote about the Atlanta area hub and took quite a few photos. I conducted an interview and found out about the many additional hubs. All of … [continued]
ZEEKR 009 Is Just Qilin It — Record Fast-Charging In Under 11 Minutes
The ZEEKR 009 electric MPV, part of Geely’s innovative EV lineup, now features CATL’s cutting-edge Qilin battery technology, enabling it to recharge from 10% to 80% in just under 11 minutes. This updated model is set to launch in Hong Kong this Friday. The ZEEKR’s super-fast charging ability is enabled … [continued]
Scottish Government Funds Over £7 Million to Support Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
The Scottish government is providing over £7 million across Aberdeen City Council, Aberdeenshire Council, The Highland Council, Moray Council and Dundee City Council to encourage greater private investment in the electric vehicle (EV) charging network. In line with the Scottish government’s vision for the public electric vehicle charging network, significant … [continued]
Electric Trucks: How Many Fast-Charging Locations Are Needed in Europe?
A new joint study by Fraunhofer ISI and Amazon provides critical insights as to the optimal number and location of public fast-charging stations required to enable the widespread electrification of long-haul trucking in Europe. Using traffic flow estimates for 2030, the study built on Amazon’s open-source CHALET tool to analyse … [continued]
Learning To Charge The Chevy Bolt On The Road — Trial & Error & Lots…
Last summer I bought a used 2017 Chevy Bolt. With a brand-spanking new battery, an 8-year warranty, and just over 20,000 miles, it was a good fit. Hubby installed an electrical outlet on the side of our rural country shed, and we were ready to charge for the majority of … [continued]
Long-Distance Volkswagen ID.7, Japan Post Orders 3,000 (More) Minicab Electric Vehicles — Cleantech News Roundup
Japan Post is not a newcomer to the notion of using electric vehicles (EVs) to save money as well as the environment. Mitsubishi supplied the Japan Post with electric vehicles (EVs) roughly 11 years ago — 5,000 Minicab-MiEVs, the Minicab EV’s precursor. Now, a fresh Mitsubishi Motors order has been … [continued]
Improved EV Credits Makes the Switch Even Easier for US Drivers
To avoid the worst impacts of climate change we need to switch from gasoline and diesel to electric vehicles powered by clean electricity as soon as possible. While driving an electric vehicle (EV) can save drivers on fuel and maintenance, the upfront cost of electric cars and trucks can be … [continued]
Michigan Stops HOAs From Prohibiting Solar & Other CleanTech
Almost nobody likes HOAs. Sure, there are HOAs out there that play fair, act reasonably, and don’t contribute to the bad reputation that HOAs have earned for decades. However, unreasonable restrictions on everything imaginable, a lack of mercy for people struggling financially or with their health, and even criminal activity … [continued]
