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Internal Combustion Vs. EVs: Learning From The Past To Boost Sustainability

10 Aug 2023 | Synopsis

"...among 'average, medium-size' vehicles, EVs have lower carbon emissions than ICEs: from 66-69% lower in Europe, to 60-68% in the U.S., 37-45% in China (the three current global EV powerhouses), and 19-34% in India.

"As beneficial as EVs promise to be in tackling transportation emissions, 'we still need to clean up a lot of things in the supply chain' to improve overall environmental performance.

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2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ Is Electric Extravagance Writ Large

10 Aug 2023 | Synopsis

"..IQ isn't about subtlety or restraint. Consider that it will have upward of 750 horsepower, an estimated 450 miles of range, and a price of around $130,000...the IQ is built on similar fundamentals as the GMC Hummer EV and Chevrolet Silverado EV...

"GM's Ultium 24-module battery pack sits underneath, with a usable capacity of over 200.0 kWh and the ability of adding 100 miles of range in 10 minutes at a properly functioning DC fast-charger"

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Here's How Pepsi Runs Its 21 Tesla Semi Trucks At Sacramento Depot

10 Aug 2023 | Synopsis

"Pepsi is running its Tesla Semi fleet in Sacramento for around 12 hours a day (mostly during daytime), delivering beverages predominantly under 100 miles on a daily basis... the use of EVs is most advantageous for this type of short-range travel from the company's distribution warehouse in Sacramento to where it will deliver beverages... three of the 21 Tesla Semi trucks used at the Sacramento facility are "dedicated to the long-haul" routes, which range from 250 miles to 450 miles"

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Your City's Guide to Going Electric

09 Aug 2023 | Synopsis

"...all communities - including underserved communities - should have access to the economic opportunities and improved air quality that electric mobility offers

"U.S. Department of Transportation, U.S. Department of Energy and Joint Office of Energy and Transportation (Joint Office) have recently published two technical resources to help communities take full advantage of federal funding for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations..."

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G.M. Will Add Backup Power Function to Its Electric Vehicles

09 Aug 2023 | Synopsis

"...decision to install two-way charging technology in Chevrolet, Cadillac and GMC electric cars and trucks, enabling them to power homes in an emergency, shows how carmakers are marketing the vehicles as being not just cleaner than their gasoline counterparts but also more practical...By the 2026 model year, all G.M. electric vehicles will have what is known as vehicle-to-home technology,

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Study Shows Road Trips in Electric Vehicles Save Money, but Take More Time

09 Aug 2023 | Synopsis

"While most drivers know that driving an EV will lower their gas costs, many don't realize it can also increase their time on the road due to limited driving range and charging times

"A recent study...found that, on average, EV drivers will save $0.11 for every mile they travel...The drive down the Florida coast, where drivers save $55, takes over two hours more in an EV. Driving on Route 66 in an EV adds 10 hours to the trip"

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Next Roadblock For Electric Cars: Early Adopter Era Is Over

09 Aug 2023 | Synopsis

"Early adopters fueled the initial spike in electric vehicle (EV) sales, but the next wave of consumers - the more price-sensitive "early majority" - is proving to be more elusive.

"The EV transition will likely be longer and bumpier than many experts predicted — which explains why some automakers are hedging their bets, cutting prices and recalibrating their strategies...No automakers are doing an about-face on electrics..."

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Jamie Lee Curtis' Graphic Novel Shows How 'We're Blowing It With Mother Nature'

09 Aug 2023 | Synopsis

"...her new graphic novel, Mother Nature, is more in line with the horror movies for which she's known.

"I had an idea of every gruesome way that Mother Nature could kill people," Curtis said. "You know, black ice, storms, tornadoes, burning them up with extreme heat..."

"Over the years, Curtis says she's been involved with the Natural Resources Defense Council, an environmental advocacy group."

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Poll: 70 Percent of Voters Want Next President to Address Climate Crisis

08 Aug 2023 | Synopsis

"A Washington Post/University of Maryland poll...asked respondents whether they approved of Biden's job performance on climate so far...nearly three in five voters (57 percent) said they disapprove of his actions on the climate crisis...a sizable chunk of Biden’s own base wants him to do better.

"Seventy percent of voters voiced support for stronger government action on the climate crisis."

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Generation Alpha Is Here And They're Really, Really Good At Electric Hoverboarding

08 Aug 2023 | Synopsis

"Generation Alpha is currently the youngest generation [born between 2010-2024] to roam the Earth, and so far, many of them are doing it on [electric] hoverboards...created by the Chinese-American inventor Shane Chen.

"Many appear to be using hoverboards as everyday childhood toys..."hoverboard kids"...showcase their ability to perform chores, carry objects, and perform impressive tricks on the scooters."

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Building Better Batteries for Electric Vehicles

08 Aug 2023 | Synopsis

"A look at some of the challenges and tradeoffs involved in powering an electric vehicle in 2023."

"Here are the factors battery engineers consider and the trade-offs vehicle teams must grapple with...Battery engineers must balance energy capacity, power delivery, cost, and volatility....Tesla pioneered the use of thousands of small-format cylindrical cells...other makers have opted for hundreds of larger cells in pouch or prismatic formats..."

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Global EV Sales In June 2023: Over 1.26 Million Plug-In Cars Sold

08 Aug 2023 | Synopsis

"According to EV-Volumes data...1,260,470 new passenger plug-in electric cars were registered globally in June. That's about 38 percent more than a year ago and about 19 percent of the total market.

"The majority of plug-in cars sold in June were all-electric - some 862,000 units and 13 percent share, compared to close to 400,000 plug-in hybrids (6 percent share)."

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