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Beijing Buses 95% Electric, Hydrogen Buses Dwindling, Refueling Stations Closing

08 Feb 2025 | Synopsis

"...fierce competition weeds out the winners from the losers...on battery-electric buses vs hydrogen buses, and battery-electric vs hydrogen vehicles in general, the story is clear.

"Beijing's public transportation system operates 2,257 bus lines, ranking first globally in the number of routes...20,000 buses are in service daily, collectively making around 147,000 trips and transporting over 6.6 million passengers each day...

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Electric Cars Aren't Greener Than Gas Until You Hit 25,000 Miles

07 Feb 2025 | Synopsis

"In the case of gas cars, the production emissions are relatively low but the pollution produced while you drive around is much higher. With an EV, it's the other way around...The average gas car in America will emit around 26 tons of CO2 during its life cycle...

"In contrast, an EV has lifetime emissions of around 19 tons, and 46 percent of that comes from production...the CO2 it releases while driving around is much lower, and can be close to zero..."

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US Senators Reintroduce Bi-Partisan E-Bike Safety Bill

07 Feb 2025 | Synopsis

"Requires CPSC to publish a final consumer product safety standard for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries"

"The 'Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act' is a common sense solution that brings us one step closer to stopping preventable fires... create a consumer product safety standard for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries...those of inferior quality, can be prone to explosion, thermal runaway..."

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When It Comes to Covering Musk's Government Takeover, WIRED Is Showing Everyone How It's Done

07 Feb 2025 | Synopsis

"While mainstream outlets coverage of Musk's "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE) has been hit and miss, WIRED has consistently broken major stories revealing the true scope of what's happening

"This is what adversarial journalism looks like. Instead of just transcribing what powerful people say, WIRED's reporters dig into what they're actually doing...When an unelected billionaire is seizing control of government agencies, we need reporters willing to show exactly how it's happening."

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Presto Is Building Stripe For EV Charging

07 Feb 2025 | Synopsis

Last year, nearly 60% of all new DC Fast chargers in the U.S. came from more than 40 different networks...Presto's software is something that both sides can connect to. It gives fleets and charging networks one partner to work with and access to more customers

"Rental car companies have been early adopters of Presto’s platform, including Hertz, Avis, and ZipCar...Presto recently raised a $15 million seed round led by Union Square Ventures..."

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The Great Green Retreat: How Short-Term Politics Is Derailing Corporate Climate Strategy

04 Feb 2025 | Synopsis

"[The] decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement is already having a chilling effect on corporate climate commitments

"Climate initiatives are marathon investments, not sprints. They require dedicated teams, significant capital, and sustained commitment...The fundamental challenge lies in...the brutal math of corporate timelines

"Adding to this complexity is a surge in climate skepticism within mainstream business media."

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Toyota's Hydrogen Car Is Now One Of The Cheapest New Cars In The US And You Get $15,000 Worth Of Fuel For Free

04 Feb 2025 | Synopsis

"The current asking price in California is just $17,700, which is a massive 70 percent discount on the hydrogen sedan's full MSRP

"The massive 70 percent discount for the Mirai is partly due to the fact that hydrogen power is losing out compared to EVs in the United States...Alongside the Mirai, Hyundai offers the Nexo, a hydrogen-powered SUV with a range of up to 380 miles and a retail price of $60,135 at the time of writing."

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Airwolf Takes Off: The 140 MPH Flying Motorcycle Is Here

04 Feb 2025 | Synopsis

With its advanced propulsion system, [conceptually] Airwolf leverages individually tilting ducted fan technology to achieve both hovering and cruising capabilities at speeds of up to 142 miles per hour...Generating 430 horsepower, it is described as having 'hummingbird-like' agility.

"One significant limitation is its flight duration - Airwolf can only stay airborne for 25 minutes before requiring a recharge. This restriction poses a challenge for practical use, particularly for longer commutes or extended flight applications."

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Tesla Is a Car Company. Its Stock Is a Meme.

04 Feb 2025 | Synopsis

"Tesla's vehicle sales, pricing and margins were awful and Chief Executive Elon Musk's various pronouncements were characteristically vague. Yet the stock popped.

"In one sense - and not a good one - Tesla isn’t a car company...The problem is that auto stocks tend to trade on single-digit multiples rather than Tesla’s triple digits.

"Indefatigable optimism is endemic. A year ago, 37% of analysts tracked by Bloomberg rated Tesla, which trade at 57 times forward adjusted earnings, a 'buy'."

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Ford Mach-E Owners Drive More Than The Average American And Still Don't Come Close To Using All Of Their Range

02 Feb 2025 | Synopsis

"The extended-range RWD Ford Mustang Mach-E falls only ten miles short of an average five-day workweek without recharging

"Range is an often-cited concern for drivers considering buying their first electric vehicle. However, Ford’s statistics show that it’s a non-issue for most owners...A 66-mile drive uses just over a quarter of the battery’s capacity...70 percent of Mustang Mach-E owners recharge at home..."

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Chinese Electric Cars: Here's Why They Are One Step Ahead Of The Others

02 Feb 2025 | Synopsis

"Cars made in China are cheaper, but also 'smarter', so much so that they deserve the new EIV acronym. And it is CATL that says so..."

"...the driver can remotely control over 1,000 home devices, integrating advanced connectivity and home automation...high-security skateboard platform, called Bedrock Chassis...promises to open up a new market for intelligent vehicle design with an estimated turnover of more than €130 billion.

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WH Executive Orders Aim to Slow Down EV Growth. Experts Say They Can't Stop It

02 Feb 2025 | Synopsis

"The biggest federal EV incentive is a tax credit, and it would take an act of Congress to change that.."

"...executive orders can't change the law, and only have power to direct government officials and agencies.

"Trump's executive order on "Unleashing American Energy"..it's blustery ... It purports to do a huge range of things," many of which an executive order can't do...None of those things, however, amount to a "mandate"...

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