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Used EV Prices Fell 40%, And Buyers Are Searching For Them Like Never Before
24 Apr 2025 | Synopsis
"CarMax says searches filtered by “electric vehicle” have nearly doubled since January 2022...The online used car marketplace’s Spring 2025 Electric Vehicle Consumer Report shows just how far used EV prices have tumbled, down over 40% between January 2022 and February 2025."For the third year running, the Tesla Model 3 and the Model Y were in the No. 1 and No. 2 slots, respectively...The Chevy Bolt jumped into third place..."
New Twists In The Electric-Vehicle Transition: A Consumer Perspective
24 Apr 2025 | Synopsis
"Although EV uptake has increased worldwide, it has always varied by region...about 50 percent of vehicles sold in China were EVs. EVs accounted for only 21 percent of vehicles sold in Europe.. EV sales were lowest in the United States, at 10 percent "EV uptake is likely to continue to grow across regions. In China, 45 percent of respondents state that their next car will be a BEV; this compares with 23 percent in Europe and 12 percent in the United States."
US DC fast Charging Network Surges Past 55K Ports - And It's Getting More Reliable
24 Apr 2025 | Synopsis
"Paren's latest US Reliability Index – 'Can I successfully charge at this charger?' – increased from 81.2 points in Q4 2024 to 82.6 points in Q1 2025, a notable jump of 1.7%... Utah, Alaska, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Nevada were the top-ranked states for DC fast charging reliability in Q1 2025."Charge-point operators and new players in the industry are increasingly focused on creating a great customer experience, improving reliability of chargers, and reaching profitability."
Verge Just Open-Sourced Electric Bikes The Way Raspberry Pi Did Computers
23 Apr 2025 | Synopsis
"Verge is bringing that plug-and-play simplicty to electric bikes by practically open-sourcing its own e-bike framework. Their new B2B arm, titled Verge Next, will help pretty much any third-party... build their own e-bikes directly on Verge's open platform."Their hubless rear wheel, powered by the company's famed Donut engine, is both a visual showstopper and a functional revelation. By integrating the motor into the wheel rim, Verge eliminates traditional drive chains or belts..."
Buick Is So Big in China It Has Its Own Sub-Brand
23 Apr 2025 | Synopsis
Buick..."thriving in China. It has sold more than 10 million cars since SAIC-GM introduced the luxury brand locally nearly 30 years ago...The newly founded Electra will start off with three cars, including the Encasa luxury minivan...Within the next 12 months, it’ll be joined by an SUV and a sedan."Upcoming models will utilize lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries from CATL and will support a maximum charging power of 640 kilowatts. Buick claims that a 10-minute charge will provide enough juice for 217 miles."
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Rivian's Infotainment Revolution: AI at the Wheel, No Smartphone Required
11 Oct 2025 | 
Rivian's infotainment system replaces CarPlay with a native AI-powered interface backed by Amazon and Volkswagen. It offers smart navigation, voice control, music/video streaming, and cloud-based personalization. AM radio is excluded, prompting bipartisan legislation to mandate its return. Autonomous driving integration is planned, with updates rolling out in 2025 and full features expected in the R2 by 2026.
Hydrogen's Flight Path: Fuel Cells, Turbines, and the Economics of Clean Aviation
10 Oct 2025 | 
Aviation is shifting from Jet A to four fuel systems: electricity, hydrogen (fuel cell and combustion), SAF, and petroleum. Fuel cells suit short-haul aircraft; hydrogen combustion may power long-range jets. SAF bridges legacy fleets. Hydrogen costs - $5-$7/kg today, possibly $2/kg by 2040 - impact ticket prices and infrastructure decisions. Airport authorities, airlines, and governments will share deployment costs. Each fuel has distinct environmental pros and cons shaping aviation's net-zero future.
Ferrari Elettrica: Electrified, Not Tamed
09 Oct 2025 | 
Ferrari's Elettrica EV delivers over 1,000 hp via quad motors, hitting 0-100 km/h in 2.5s with a 330+ mile range. Its 122 kWh battery sits low for balance, paired with active suspension and rear steering. Designed by LoveFrom, the four-door GT aims to preserve Ferrari's emotional DNA. Priced around $580K, it launches in 2026 in Europe and the U.S., with hybrids and ICE models still dominating until 2030
 11 Oct 2025 22:57:25 UTC |
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