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New Report Shows Tesla Is Suffering Staggering Losses On Critical Program - Here's Why Drivers Might Foot The Bill
09 Jun 2025 | Synopsis
"...Tesla Insurance promised lower costs...claimed...unique advantage: real-time driving data and deep familiarity with its own cars."According to new data from S&P Global, Tesla Insurance reported a loss ratio of 92.5% in 2023, meaning the company paid out 92.5 cents in claims for every dollar it brought in through premiums. Once overhead costs are added, that number suggests Tesla is likely losing money on its insurance program."
America's Electric Vehicle Surrender
06 Jun 2025 | Synopsis
"The year is 2030 and about half of all cars sold in the world are electric...Barring a few competitors in South Korea and Europe, this market belongs entirely to China."Alongside producing over 60 percent of the world’s EVs and 80 percent of its batteries, Chinese companies have unveiled new breakthroughs that will solidify their dominance in automobile market...Notably, the United States is missing from the picture."
VW's Next-Gen EV Platform Comes With A Contingency
06 Jun 2025 | Synopsis
"VW's new SSP chassis is now locked-in, design-wise, meaning the brand is focused on developing new models based on the platform...VW will follow the new trend of developing a range-extended hybrid setup out of the new SSP, where a gas engine will act as a generator unit to power up the large battery pack that sends energy to electric motors"The new SSP (in the rest of the world) will replace the current ID EV-family's MEB architecture."
These Tiny Renault Electric Car Are Not Only Car-Sharing, They're Helping Power An Entire City
06 Jun 2025 | Synopsis
"...Dutch Municipality of Utrecht... municipality has teamed up with MyWheels, We Drive Solar, and Renault....They have debuted Europe's first large-scale vehicle-to-grid (V2G) car-sharing service, which has been given the name Utrecht Energized...They have debuted Europe's first large-scale vehicle-to-grid (V2G) car-sharing service, which has been given the name Utrecht Energized."Utrecht is currently ranked as one of the most progressive renewable energy cities in the whole of Europe."
EU's New Carbon Tax : A €300bn Opportunity to Help Transition European Citizens Away from Fossil Fuels
06 Jun 2025 | Synopsis
"In 2027, the EU will introduce a new emissions trading system, the so-called ETS2, that will levy a carbon price on diesel, petrol and heating fuelsP"T&E recommends that governments redistribute half of the nearly €300bn revenues collected from the ETS2 between 2026 to 2032 directly to the lowest earners within countries, with the remaining half to be invested in green infrastructure.
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Horse Powertrain: The Hybrid Trojan Horse
17 Oct 2025 | 
Horse Powertrain, a joint venture by Renault, Geely, and Aramco, offers compact hybrid engines like the C1 to retrofit EV platforms. Designed as range extenders, these engines run on multiple fuels and meet Euro 7 standards. Though marketed as green tech, their real-world impact is debated - especially as studies show PHEVs are rarely charged. Horse may be a transitional solution, but 500-mile EVs are poised to dominate long-term.
Sticker Shock and Stagnant Pay: Why New Cars Are Slipping Out of Reach
17 Oct 2025 | 
New car prices have outpaced wage growth, making ownership increasingly unaffordable. Even Ford's $30K EV pickup and other sub-$30K models may remain out of reach for many without incentives or financing reform. With monthly payments rising and federal credits phasing out, the affordability gap is reshaping the auto market. Shared mobility and micro-EVs may offer alternatives, but structural change is needed to restore access.
Toyota FT-Me: Shared Mobility Concept with Big Implications
17 Oct 2025 | 
Toyota's FT-Me is a two-seat electric microcar designed for shared urban mobility, not just teens. Developed with UK government support, it features hand-only controls, solar panels, and a lightweight frame. Aimed at car clubs and last-mile use, it could offer affordable, accessible transport with low emissions. With steady utilization and supportive policy, FT-Me may become a viable, sustainable option in the UK's evolving mobility landscape.
Creative Destruction vs. Fossil Retrenchment: Why Project 2025 Risks Leaving America Behind
16 Oct 2025 | 
Project 2025 protects fossil fuel incumbents by dismantling Biden-era clean energy policies. Nobel economist Philippe Aghion argues that climate progress depends on creative destruction - letting green innovators outcompete legacy polluters. The U.S. risks falling behind as global markets embrace clean tech. Even its passport has slipped from the top 10. Innovation, not retrenchment, is the path forward
Buick Electra E5: China-Built EV Poised for U.S. Launch
16 Oct 2025 | 
Buick's Electra E5, built in China by SAIC-GM, is set to become GM's first imported EV for the U.S. market. Though its launch was delayed indefinitely in 2024, a tentative 2026 rollout remains part of GM's electrification roadmap. With Ultium battery tech, strong performance specs, and positive reception in China, the Electra E5 represents a strategic shift in global EV sourcing and branding.
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