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Ralph Nader: Second And Third-Stage Consequences Of Fossil-Fueled Climate Disruptions Emerging Fast

09 Sep 2023 | Synopsis

"Running berserk with their bulging profits, these giant energy companies worldwide are forging a suicide pact with an abused Mother Earth. The projections for what climate eruptions will do to humans and the natural world continue to be underestimated. The realities each year exceed scientists’ predictive models.

"Faster and faster, the second, third and fourth waves of after-effects of these man-made natural disasters will become all-enveloping punishers of societies that are failing to head off the looming dangers..."

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The Cost Of An Electric Car Battery Replacement Has More Factors Than You Might Think

09 Sep 2023 | Synopsis

There are several factors that determine the replacement cost of an electric car battery, including the make and model of the car, the size and capacity of the battery, market prices, and the cost of labor. The data at this time is limited, as only a small number of EV models have been on the market long enough to warrant a battery replacement.

"Replacing an electric car battery can be a significant expense, but by understanding the factors that affect its cost and lifespan, EV owners can make an educated decision before dropping tens of thousands on a new battery"

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Planning To Buy An EV In India? Here's What You Need To Know About Insurance, Maintenance And More

08 Sep 2023 | Synopsis

"...When purchasing an electric car, it's essential to consider several key specifications to make an informed choice. Firstly, you must decide on the type of electric vehicle you want...Next, the driving range on a single full charge becomes crucial, as charging infrastructure is still developing and a longer range provides more flexibility..Electric car insurance premiums tend to be higher compared to traditional vehicles."

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H2Fly's Twin-Fuselage Aircraft Makes World-First Liquid Hydrogen Flight

08 Sep 2023 | Synopsis

"Liquid green hydrogen is a clean fuel that emits nothing but water when burned, and can be run through a fuel cell to generate immediate power for electric motors. It carries around 2.8 times as much energy as jet fuel by weigh...you need a tank nearly four times larger than your regular jet fuel tank. " [EVWORLD Editor's note] The original was lithium battery powered and won several US competitions including two CAFE Challenges.

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California Scales Back Electric Car Rebates To Focus On Lower-Income Car Buyers

08 Sep 2023 | Synopsis

"The Clean Vehicle Rebate Project, in existence since 2010, will end when it runs out of money this year...Californians who earn more than 300% of the federal poverty level will no longer qualify for a state subsidy

"Clean Cars 4 All...program will give people statewide who meet the income requirements up to $12,000 to scrap and replace their older gas-powered cars with cleaner alternatives...Car buyers also may qualify for a federal tax credit

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Scientists Devise Method to Upcycle Lithium-ion Batteries from Expired Solar Panels

08 Sep 2023 | Synopsis

"...the majority of solar cells are constructed from high-purity silicon, yet these cells are often discarded after 25 to 30 years of service...current techniques for reclaiming high-purity silicon are not only energy-intensive but also entail the use of highly toxic chemicals..[Singapore's] NTU team devised a novel extraction process utilizing phosphoric acid...method demonstrated superior recovery rates and purity compared to existing silicon retrieval technologies...sample achieved a recovery rate of 98.9 percent with a purity of 99.2 percent."

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What Drove Elon Musk - Onetime Democratic 'Fanboy' - To Troll Progressive Politics

08 Sep 2023 | Synopsis

"...excerpt is adapted from Walter Isaacson’s biography “Elon Musk”

"...The government-imposed [COVID] mandates, in China and then California, inflamed his anti-authority streak...[stating to his employees] My frank opinion remains that the harm from the coronavirus panic far exceeds that of the virus itself...He went from being a fanboy and fundraiser for Barack Obama to railing against progressive Democrats."

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Ross Gerber Lauds Tesla's Clean Energy Solution: "Gas Is Stupid At This Point"

07 Sep 2023 | Synopsis

"...express his observations at a Santa Monica gas station that had installed Tesla superchargers and a hydrogen pump..Gerber called the hydrogen solution 'a disaster' and deemed conventional gasoline 'stupid at this point.' He further hailed Tesla's approach as the “most dominant solution for clean energy.”

"Gerber lauded General Motors' decision to adopt Tesla's North American charging plug standard, claiming it to be a 'checkmate'

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Ford's Electric Mustang Mach-E Gets A $65,000 Rally-Inspired Version

07 Sep 2023 | Synopsis

Ford has a long and successful history with rallying...with motorsport-modified versions of more mundane machines like the Escort, Sierra, and Fiesta

"Maximum power is the same as the GT at 480 hp (358 kW)...The two motors are fed by a 91 kWh (useable capacity) battery pack...Ford estimates that the Mach-E Rally will have an EPA range of about 250 miles (402 km)...It takes Mustang where it hasn't been before - to gravel and dirt roads..."

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Autonomous Shuttles Get Ready For Prime Time

07 Sep 2023 | Synopsis

"The shuttles are planned to run along a fixed or a constantly changing route, depending on passengers' needs, and able to pick up new passengers when summoned via app.

"The shuttle bus itself is designed to have a range of 62 miles on a single charge, but will be able to cover 217 miles a day, suggesting a relatively small battery with DC fast-charging capability...top speed will be only 43 mph..."

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To Fight Climate Change, Stop Fighting China on Electric Vehicles

07 Sep 2023 | Synopsis

"We should rejoice in China's increased focus on electric cars, which reflects the global shift toward cleaner and more sustainable transportation. Better yet, Chinese EV manufacturers seem to have moved beyond merely imitating American and European automakers.

"Rather than posing a national-security threat, the growth of China’s EV industry is an opportunity for global innovation."

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Tesla Announces Production Of 2 Millionth EV At Giga Shanghai

07 Sep 2023 | Synopsis

"The factory went from beginning construction in December 2018 to starting production in December 2019.

"Within just two years of starting production, it became the biggest/most productive electric vehicle factory in the world by a wide margin...In August of last year, Tesla announced that the factory produced its 1 millionth vehicle.

Now just 13 months later...Gigafactory Shanghai has produced 2 million electric vehicles to date..."

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