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How to Avoid 'Range Anxiety' on an EV Road Trip

02 Oct 2023 | Synopsis

"Running out of power on a random road and waiting for a tow is not the way to have a fun trip, but thankfully it can be avoided...range anxiety shouldn't be ignored, but it shouldn't outweigh the huge benefits of driving an EV.

"There are a number of different websites and apps that make it simple to find charging stations, real-time availability and information on cost. Look for opportunities to sleep in a hotel or campsite where you can charge your vehicle overnight."

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The U.K.'s New Emissions Mandate Sets Hard Targets For The Near Future

02 Oct 2023 | Synopsis

"...on January 1, 2024, the government has mandated that 22% of all new vehicles sold must be ZEVs. That number will increase to 28% in 2025 and then increase in 5% increments yearly until 2028 when 52% of all cars will be required to be ZEVs.

"U.K. decided to push its ICE vehicle ban from 2030 to 2035...involves a trading scheme where automakers can trade for wiggle room in hitting these targets..."

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The 13 Car And Motorcycle Brands That Have Made The Leap Into The Electric Bicycle Market

01 Oct 2023 | Synopsis

"From Ducati to Hummer through BMW, Porsche, Ford, Jeep or Maserati among others."

"in this article we are going to review the 13 world-famous car and motorcycle brands that have made the leap into the creation, production and marketing of electric bicycles..."

"The famous Italian manufacturer [Maserati] known worldwide for its luxury supercars, also has its place in the electric bicycle market.

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10 Cities Around the World Will Receive a Huge Boost in Bike Infrastructure

01 Oct 2023 | Synopsis

"No U.S. cities were included."

"...ten different cities, in ten different countries, representing more than 15 million residents around the world [selected for] the first-ever Bloomberg Initiative for Cycling Infrastructure (BICI) grant series...The ten cities were chosen through a competitive grant application process. BICI received 275 applications...

"We need to do a lot more work in the U.S. to prove that we're up to the task of committing to real community-changing bike infrastructure."

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Half of UK Drivers See E-Bikes As Viable Alternative For Shorter Trips

01 Oct 2023 | Synopsis

"According to recent consumer research conducted by Auto Trader UK, British car owners are increasingly considering e-bikes as a practical option for shorter journeys, with almost half (47%) viewing them as a viable alternative.

"...there are still several barriers to adoption which is slowing growth in the e-bike market so financial incentives, improvements in cycling infrastructure and greater promotion of the benefits of e-bikes..."

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Where German Cars Falter, E-Bikes Gain in Power

01 Oct 2023 | Synopsis

"E-bikes sales in Germany have jumped, as drivers, suppliers and even automakers embrace their role in the future of transportation."

"Sales of bicycles in Germany reached a record 7.36 billion euros, or $7.8 billion, in 2022, with e-bikes accounting for nearly half of sales...At the same time, the number of privately owned cars could drop by as much as 25 percent as consumers shift to car sharing and alternative mobility models."

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Hyderabad, India To Get Its First Solar-Roof Cycling Track By Next Year

01 Oct 2023 | Synopsis

The proposed cycle track, which is 23 km long and 4.5 metres wide, would connect Nanakramguda and TSPA circle and Narsingi and Kollur. The solar rooftop will generate 16 MW of electricity... Crash barriers, CCTVs, and round-the-clock lighting will also be provided....The pilot project taken up near the city’s IT corridor is expected to benefit a large number of bicycle users who ride cycles to their offices.

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The Hidden Costs Of Using An Electric Bike

30 Sep 2023 | Synopsis

"First embraced across Asia and storming their way across Europe for the last decade, e-bikes are now exploding in popularity in North America...it's important to keep in mind some of the hidden costs of owning and using these two-wheeled electric vehicles

"...you have a higher calorie expenditure each day and increase your cardiovascular fitness...you might find that your gym membership goes unused...most e-bikes can travel between 250-500 miles (400-800 km) on just US $1.00 of electricity."

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A Big EV Purchase Decision That's Not About The Car Model You Buy

30 Sep 2023 | Synopsis

"Sixty percent of current Level 1 users say they are likely to upgrade their home charging station to either a Level 2 permanently mounted charger or a Level 2 portable unit...Many people may find Level 1 sufficient since maintaining a full battery may not be necessary for routine driving...For low-income households, IRA Electrification Rebates cover 100% of your electrical panel costs up to $4,000."

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U.S. Battery Storage Had A Record Quarter. Here's Why It Could Have - And Should Have - Been Much Better

30 Sep 2023 | Synopsis

"The United States added a record amount of energy storage in the second quarter...The growth, while substantial, would have been much greater if not for the many delays brought on by parts shortages and other issues...Energy storage developers completed 1,680 megawatts of projects in the second quarter, the highest ever for a single quarter, and an increase of 21 percent...the 1,680 megawatts of capacity, we get the average duration of the new

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How China Became An Electric Car Giant

30 Sep 2023 | Synopsis

"In 2021, the country imported twice as many vehicles as it exported, in value terms. In the first half of 2023, the Chinese industry overtook Japan to become the world leader...

"Wielding the carrot and the stick, China has been pushing investment in the sector since 2009...in 2015, China supported the battery sector by requiring automakers to use Chinese batteries in order to benefit from purchase subsidies..In 2016, Shanghai introduced green license plates for electric vehicles, which exempted them from the road space rationing..."

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The 'New Abnormal': The Rise Of Extreme Flooding, Briefly Explained

30 Sep 2023 | Synopsis

"As the Earth gets warmer, the atmosphere is able to hold more water...A 1 degree Centigrade increase in the atmosphere's temperature corresponds to a 7 percent increase in water vapor...

"One of the signatures of climate change is an increase in both extreme heat and extreme precipitation. And this is true almost everywhere.

"[In] another 10 or 20 years, we won't be thinking they're so abnormal, because these things are going to be happening more and more frequently."

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