Akio Toyoda says one electric car pollutes as much as three hybrids. Here’s what research says.
Monthly Archive: June 2025
Electrification Won’t Crash On Copper: Debunking Latest Claims
The Cathles et al. study is off by 100 on copper demand for energy storage, by four or more on copper demand for EVs, high on renewables and downplay recycling.
New XPENG G6 & G9 Come To Europe
XPENG is really trying to ramp up its sales in Europe. As a big part of that, it has just launched the new G6 and G9 “ultra smart” electric SUVs on the continent. These models come with 800V architecture and a 5C “supercharging battery” that allow for just a 12-minute ... [continued]
Texas Approves Use Of Fracking Wastewater To Irrigate Crops
Texas wants to use recycled wastewater from fracking operations to irrigate crops within the state. What could possibly go wrong?
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N Looks Menacing. Can It Win Over Buyers?
The hot version of Hyundai’s streamlined electric sedan is believed to debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed next month.
Startup Sneaks More Solar Energy Into The Grid
The startup Earthrise Energy has a plan to introduce more solar energy to the grid, more quickly, by leveraging its gas power plants.
‘Extreme-Right Totems’: Tesla Owners Go To Court Over Musk’s Politics
Plus, General Motors infuses $4 billion into U.S. production, and Volkswagen considers a smaller electric van after the ID. Buzz.
Xpeng working to integrate its Turing smart driving chip into some VW models in China, report says
Xpeng is working to integrate its Turing chip into some of Volkswagen's models planned for launch in China next year, according to the Financial Times.
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Nio signs new distributor deal to enter 3 more European markets
Nio has signed a distributor deal with Greek company Motodynamics to sell Nio and Firefly brand vehicles in Greece, Cyprus, and Bulgaria.
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