Premium automotive battery manufacturer OPTIMA is pushing into the electric vehicle game with a new event as the prestigious King of the Hammers off-road extravaganza. OPTIMA Unplugged was held on February 10th, 2023 in Johnson valley, California which brought together several dozen electric vehicles kitted out for off-roading adventures. The curated event took attendees in […]
Daily Archive: February 14, 2023
EU Dodges Deadline For Polluting Trucks In Setback For Climate Goal
Without more stringent targets, there will be a glut of polluting diesel lorries still on our roads for decades to come.
Thanks To Tesla, Avg US EV Transaction Price Dropped $3,363 In Jan 23
The average selling price of all new cars only dropped by $300 during the same period.
EU Fit for 55: Zero CO2 Emissions for New Cars & Vans in 2035
Road transport to contribute more to the EU’s climate neutrality target, New methodology for assessing CO2 emissions throughout the full life-cycle of a vehicle, Aligning emission limit values with real-world emissions
Possible battery issue halts Ford F-150 Lightning production
Production and shipments of the Ford F-150 Lightning have been stopped, though sales continue. On Tuesday, Ford spokesperson Emma Bergg confirmed to Green Car Reports a stop-build and in-transit stop-ship order has been given for the F-150 Lightning pickup truck due to a potential battery issue. Ford has not disclosed what the potential battery...
EU Parliament Votes To Ban Sales Of ICE-Powered Cars From 2035
The new law also includes intermediate emissions reduction targets for 2030: 55 percent for cars and 50 percent for vans.
Exxon Shuts Down Algae Fuel Research Program
Exxon has pulled the plug on its green fuels from algae research after 15 years. Was it ever real or just a PR stunt?
Reused Car Batteries Rev Up Electric Grid
When aging vehicle batteries lack the juice to power your car anymore, they may still hold energy. Yet it’s tough to find new uses for lithium-ion batteries with different makers, ages, and sizes. A solution is urgently needed because battery recycling options are scarce. Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed a new technology enabling battery […]
Hyundai launches software update to stop thefts of its vehicles
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EU’s executive body adopts final proposal on rules for hydrogen production that qualify for EU support