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Gen Z and Millennials Favor EVs, Survey Shows - What Does That Mean for the Future of Gas-Powered Vehicles?

10 Aug 2023 | Synopsis

"...recent J.D. Power survey revealed that Gen Z is the fastest-growing segment for EV consideration, with millennials leading in overall consideration at 72%

"Younger generations are highly conscious of social justice and willing to pay more for products aligned with their values. They understand the severe impact of climate change and prioritize avoiding gas-powered vehicles...While gas vehicles won't vanish overnight, the rapid growth of EVs is likely to cause a decline in the popularity and sales of gas-powered vehicles."

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When Will EV Prices Be in Reach for More Americans?

10 Aug 2023 | Synopsis

"EV average transaction prices - what buyers pay after factoring in discounts and options - slipped to $61,000 in January and $53,469 in July.

"The next-generation Bolt will use new Ultium batteries which GM hopes to bring down to $87 per kilowatt-hour compared with $150 for the outgoing model's current technology.

"If [carmakerss] hope to hit their target of 50% EV penetration by 2030, there’s no way around the need to bring more affordable EVs to market."

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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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