EDITOR'S PICK
EVs Are Cheaper Than Ever. That's Bad For EV Owners
16 Jan 2024 | Synopsis
"Hertz had sold about a third of its fleet to pay its creditors, but then had to bulk back up....Hertz's decision to buy 100,000 Model 3s in October 2021 - its first major policy since exiting bankruptcy earlier that year - look inexplicably foolhardy in retrospect..Depreciation is a key risk for rental companies, which can see a huge slice of their asset base wiped out at the at the stroke of an accountant's pen ."Price parity now appears to be arriving. That's great news for the electric car industry, and for drivers who've not been able to afford a battery vehicle - but it offers a silver lining for the beleaguered rental companies..."
We're Overhauling Our Cars In The Name Of Energy Efficiency - Why Not Our Roads?
16 Jan 2024 | Synopsis
"...Bipartisan Infrastructure Law...created a $6.4 billion program to fund carbon reduction strategies and support a range of projects to reduce emissions from on-road highway sources...U.S. Energy Information Agency projects that in 2050, when 60 percent of the new vehicles sold are projected to be electric vehicles, most vehicles on the road will still likely be powered by ICEs"...investing in a higher-performance road system is a lever within state control that will improve the efficiency and carbon emissions of all vehicles, regardless of how each is powered. See also: "Induced Demand" question.
EV Automakers Under Pressure To Demonstrate Material Circularity
16 Jan 2024 | Synopsis
"...material circularity...in lay terms...means assessing the share of material that is recycled and fed back into the economy...the automotive industry focuses on rethinking the surrounding built environment with its materials, its construction techniques, and its methods..."The EU is intensely focused on material circularity in transportation. They say that the value of products, materials, and resources is strengthened by returning them into the product cycle after they have reached the end of their lifecyle."
German State Secretary Says Fossil Fuels Are A 'Stranded Asset' And Won’t Be Profitable For Long
16 Jan 2024 | Synopsis
In a CNBC video interview from the 2024 World Economic Forum in Davos, Special Envoy Jennifer Morgan observed that world governments that are enacting strong renewable energy laws are benefiting from a wave a investments in renewable energy projects and, most notably, commented that fossil fuel investments are a "stranded asset" and will not be profitable much longer.Morgan is the former director of Greenpeace International, Amsterdam.
US Energy Tax Credit Trading Grows To As Much As $9 Billion, Study Finds
16 Jan 2024 | Synopsis
"Developers of renewable energy projects selling unused U.S. tax credits to other companies now account for a market worth between $7 billion and $9 billion, buoyed by legislation in 2022 that made these trades possible...""President Joe Biden's climate law aimed to stoke trillions of dollars of investment to wean the economy off planet-warming fossil fuels...That represents more than one third of the roughly $20 billion traditionally raised each yeare through tax equity for such projects in the United States."
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Unlocking Heat's Hidden Potential: How a Nanoscale Discovery Could Transform Everyday Tech
24 Oct 2025 | 
A recent nanoscale physics breakthrough reveals heat can transfer across tiny gaps far more efficiently than expected - up to 100 times greater than classical predictions. This could revolutionize cooling and energy systems in electronics, EVs, and smart appliances. While engineering challenges remain, early applications may emerge within 3-5 years, with broader consumer adoption possible in the next decade. The future of heat management may be silent, solid-state, and radically efficient.
Turning the Energy Crunch into a Smart Grid Revolution
24 Oct 2025 | 
America's energy crunch is not about supply - it's about coordination. Virtual power plants and vehicle-to-grid systems offer a scalable, software-driven solution to rising demand from AI, EVs, and climate volatility. By turning homes, vehicles, and businesses into active grid assets, and aligning policy with technology, the U.S. can build a smarter, more resilient energy future without building more power plants. The tools exist - now it's time to connect them.
Auto Retail in 2025: Bridging the Trust Gap Between Dealers and Buyers
24 Oct 2025 | 
The 2025 Urban Science and Harris Poll report reveals a growing disconnect between dealers and buyers. While dealers embrace EVs, AI, and digital tools, many buyers remain cautious - especially about full electrification and online-only retail. Brand loyalty is weakening, and policy clarity is key to adoption. The future of auto retail depends on bridging trust, flexibility, and infrastructure gaps.
Electric Icons in the Making: Audi Concept C vs. Chevrolet Corvette EV
23 Oct 2025 | 
Audi's Concept C previews a refined electric GT built on the mature PPE platform, likely arriving by 2026. Chevrolet's Corvette EV promises supercar performance but faces packaging and thermal challenges. Audi is closer to production; Corvette remains in early development. Both reflect divergent strategies in electrifying legacy sports cars, with Audi emphasizing platform maturity and Chevrolet pursuing brand continuity through engineering innovation.
Electrification Is Not an Oversimplification
23 Oct 2025 | 
Despite critiques that the quest for global electrification is "simplistic", the transition is strategic and necessary. Grid upgrades, battery innovation, and tailored policies make electrification viable. Sodium-ion batteries and recycling reduce material risk. Compared to fossil fuels, electrification offers cleaner, safer, and more resilient systems. Complexity demands better design - not delay.
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