WattEV’s San Bernardino, CA charging depot reached a new record: ~700,000 kWh/month delivered, enough for 34,000 miles/day of EV trucking. They currently have 12 dual-cord 360 kW chargers (supporting 24 trucks) and plan to add 36 more cords (including 6 MCS 1.2 MW chargers) to meet rising demand. Their aim is 100 depots by 2035 and 12,000 Class 8 trucks in CA by 2030.
Ford's electric Bronco, built by JMC, is China-only for now. Though it looks like the U.S. version, it packs dual motors (445 hp), a 105.4 kWh BYD Blade battery, and 404-mile CLTC range. Tech includes ADAS with LiDAR and a camping package. Preorder costs ¥1,000 (~$140 USD). The Bronco EV is slightly bigger than the standard 4-door model sold in the US. No U.S. release confirmed yet.
The Lotus Emeya, a sleek electric hyper-GT, blends luxury, speed, and innovation - offering up to 900hp and 0-62mph in 2.8 seconds. Backed by Geely's investment and global EV expertise, it marks Lotus's bold shift from niche sports cars to high-performance electric luxury. With sharp handling, refined design, and cutting-edge tech, the author sees the Emeya as proof that the future of EVs is exciting, not worrying.
Norway plans to electrify all domestic flights under 1.5 hours by 2040, backed by airport operator Avinor and strong green policies. A key milestone was the Beta Alia CX300's 55-minute, 220-mile test flight from Stavanger to Bergen, proving electric aircraft can meet regional travel needs. With short routes and sustainability goals, Norway is investing in infrastructure and testing to lead the shift to zero-emission aviation.
Electrify America's Plug&Charge is now available on the new Nissan LEAF, allowing drivers to simply plug in and charge without phone apps or RFID cards. It uses encrypted vehicle data for secure, automatic payment and also works with EVs like the Mustang Mach-E, Taycan, Lucid Air, and ID.4. It is currently available on 5,000 chargers across more than 1000 Electrify America and Electrify Canada locations across North America.
14 Oct 2025 | 24M Technologies claims its SemiSolid battery design could enable 1,000-mile EV range. The architecture promises higher energy density, lower costs, and improved safety, but remains in development. Real-world deployment depends on materials, manufacturing scalability, and market demand. If successful, it could redefine electric mobility.
The Twilight of Strongmen: Who Falls First - Xi, Putin, or Trump?
14 Oct 2025 | Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, and Donald Trump each face rising strain despite their dominance. Xi’s grip on China remains firm but brittle, dependent on personal control and secrecy. Putin's regime, weakened by war and elite fatigue, is most likely to collapse first. Trump's fate rests with U.S. institutions and elections. Among the three, Putin risks falling first, Trump next, while Xi remains the most insulated - for now.
13 Oct 2025 | California broke its ZEV sales record in Q3 2025, hitting 124,755 units and 29.1% market share. The surge was fueled by expiring federal incentives, but sustained by state infrastructure, rebates, and growing model diversity. Tesla's dominance is waning as non-Tesla brands gain ground. With 200,000+ public chargers and a 35% ZEV target by 2026, California's EV market shows lasting momentum and offers a blueprint for national adoption.
13 Oct 2025 | The Las Vegas Review-Journal editorial warns of rising costs from clean energy, but critics argue renewables are now cheaper than fossil fuels. Infrastructure upgrades and legacy fuel contracts - not solar or wind - drive higher bills. Fossil fuels carry hidden costs like pollution and health impacts. Clean energy investments are transitional and necessary. The real challenge is managing the shift, not avoiding it. Clinging to fossil fuels is costlier long-term.
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