February 2023 – Page 86

RIvian Confirms That Electric Bicycles Are In The Pipeline

Electric / eMobility / eV
February 9, 2023

The company's first electric bike model is already under development.

VinFast Establishing More Partnerships In U.S. & Europe

Electric / eMobility / eV
February 9, 2023

Vietnam’s VinFast has big plans to become an electric vehicle production giant, including wedging out its place in the markets of Europe and the United States. For anyone who was skeptical about the effort, a couple of new partnerships indicate that VinFast is indeed entering these markets and focused on attracting customers. (For anyone skeptical […]

Solar In Sports: Major League Sports Venues Across America Tap Into Renewable Energy

Electric / eMobility / eV
February 9, 2023

Millions around the country will gather in front of their screens this weekend to witness the biggest football game of the year, but they may not realize that the Kansas City and Philadelphia teams have solar powered stadiums. While this may be a historic Super Bowl with two Black quarterbacks starting in the big game, […]

No, Data Center Backup Isn’t A Good Fit For Redox Flow Batteries Yet

Electric / eMobility / eV
February 9, 2023

If you are only burning a few hundred gallons a year for a data center drawing 100 MW 24/7/365, the cost and carbon debt of fuel for your generators is not material.

Clean Energy 101: Methane-Detecting Satellites

Electric / eMobility / eV
February 9, 2023

Satellite “completeness” is a new and powerful concept in the push to slash climate pollution.

Starting at $699 a month, you can subscribe to a Hyundai EV

Electric / Electric cars / eMobility / eV
February 9, 2023

Hyundai is bringing back its EV subscription program, aimed at providing “flexible access to electric vehicles.” For a locked-in monthly price, it's wrapping in the vehicle plus insurance, roadside assistance, and maintenance. Pricing depends on the model and mileage, and it starts at $699 a month for the Kona Electric and $899 a month...

Plug-in Hybrids 2.0: A Dangerous Distraction, Not A Climate Solution

Electric / eMobility / eV
February 9, 2023

T&E commissioned the Technical University of Graz to independently test three new popular, average-sized plug-in hybrids — the BMW 3 Series, the Peugeot 308, and the Renault Megane — on the road. Key findings: 1) The real-world CO2 emissions of the tested plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) are 85–114 g/km, around 3 times the artificially low official […]