The September 2024 pre-feasibility study from the Maersk McKinney Møller Center on battery-powered vessels that crossed my screen today provides a welcome and thoughtful addition to the critical discussion of maritime electrification. The report rightly identifies battery-hybrid propulsion as an essential part of shipping’s decarbonization toolkit. It demonstrates a clear … [continued]
Chinese EVs started arriving early on in Latin America, if only by a trickle of old workhorses such as the BYD E6 (back when European EVs were nearly as affordable as the Chinese ones, and with much better design). Entering the mainstream took longer, and the first push to gain … [continued]
Two US-based legacy automotive firms with a long history in the propulsion field are pursuing the global electric vehicle movement.
In the wake of the International Maritime Organization’s vote to price carbon in shipping fuels, I had the opportunity to sit down with an insider and expert on maritime decarbonization, Tristan Smith. He’s the former director of a maritime advisory services consultancy, UMAS, and professor at University College London. This … [continued]
Some companies use the word “eco” in their product names to try to fool buyers into believing their products are good for the environment, or at least, not bad. In the US, there are two auto manufacturers that used the words ‘eco diesel’ to make its pickup trucks seem environmentally … [continued]
It’s Independence Day here in the United States, which commemorates the ratification of the Declaration of Independence (from Great Britain) in 1776. What proceeded was millions upon millions — sorry, hundreds of millions — of immigrants coming to the United States in the next couple hundred years … and then … [continued]
Following up on my report on BYD’s car, SUV, and pickup truck sales in June, let’s also have a look at its commercial vehicle sales. The company breaks out electric bus sales from this overall segment, and then also shares data on non-bus commercial vehicle sales. Starting with BYD’s bus … [continued]
As noted earlier today, Republicans in Congress decided to end all EV tax credits on September 30, 2025. That includes the $4,000 tax credit for used electric cars. In theory, when you buy a used electric car, it’s effectively $4,000 cheaper due to the tax credit. The argument some people … [continued]
Hyundai Motor teases global debut of high-performance IONIQ 6 N at Goodwood Festival of Speed IONIQ 6 N introduces advanced suspension geometry, enhanced N e-shift technology and customizable drift settings for an exhilarating driving experience Teaser film highlights IONIQ 6 N’s track-focused capabilities and dynamic silhouette setting the stage for … [continued]
Volvo Cars and Polestar have signed a memorandum of understanding* for the development and production of Polestar’s forthcoming premium compact SUV at Volvo Cars’ new manufacturing plant in Kosice, Slovakia. The Polestar 7, a premium fully electric compact SUV, is planned to be launched in 2028. Subject to final agreements … [continued]
