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A typical EV is 87% to 91% environment friendly (after accounting for regenerative braking), in comparison with roughly 30% for a traditional gasoline car, relying on the drive cycle. That’s one thing to contemplate each time you purchase or lease an vehicle.
For the second time in its 179-year history, Scientific American endorses a presidential candidate: Kamala Harris.
Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Biggest Collector Automobile Auctions, will proceed its 50-year philanthropic heritage this October by auctioning the primary retail manufacturing all-electric 2025 Cadillac ESCALADE IQ, VIN 001, with the Detroit Youngsters’s Fund receiving 100% of the hammer worth. Extra information beneath. Charity is bigger nonetheless with an emissions-free current.
A Typical EV is 87%–91% Efficient Compared to 30% for a Conventional Gasoline Vehicle
“A typical EV is 87%–91% efficient (after taking regenerative braking into account) compared to about 30% for a conventional gasoline vehicle, depending on the drive cycle. Energy to the wheels, the portion of energy stored on the vehicle that is used to move the vehicle down the road, is 65%–69% and net regenerative braking recovers about 22% on the EPA combined city/highway drive cycle.”
Extra US DOE & DOI Information
“The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today published the“2024 Better Buildings Initiative Progress Report,” which highlights the achievements of DOE’s Higher Buildings private and non-private sector companions as they decarbonize and enhance the vitality effectivity of the nation’s buildings, manufacturing vegetation, and houses. The report reveals that program companions—together with 28 Fortune 100 firms and greater than 90 state and native governments—have collectively saved almost $22 billion via effectivity enhancements and lower dangerous greenhouse gasoline emissions by greater than 220 million metric tons since 2011, an quantity roughly equal to mixed annual emissions of 29 million houses.”
“Analysis from several DOE National Labs shows that building energy codes make the electric grid more resilient and help save lives during extreme weather events and extended power outages. Along with the $240 million in new funding recently selected through the Inflation Reduction Act to support the implementation of modern building codes, today’s announcement underscores the Biden-Harri”s Administration’s whole-of-government method to reducing vitality prices and making certain communities are extra resilient to excessive climate occasions fueled by local weather change.”
GTO’s GEODE Initiative Kicks Off Effort to Expand Domestic Geothermal
“On September 10, 2024, an exciting collaboration kicked off to expand geothermal energy deployment and shape the nation’s future energy landscape. The Geothermal Technologies Office’s (GTO) GEODE initiativeshort for Geothermal Energy from Oil and Gas Demonstrated Engineering, will leverage the expertise and experience of the oil and gas sector to boost geothermal energy nationwide.”
DOE Announces Investments to Improve Siting of Large-Scale Renewable Energy Projects
“Giant-scale clear vitality initiatives, corresponding to geothermal wind, photo voltaic, and vitality storage, have a pivotal function in decarbonizing the grid rapidly and cost-effectively to attain the nation’s local weather objectives. The Renewable Energy Siting through Technical Engagement and Planning (R-STEP) program funds state-based and Tribal collaboratives to guage stakeholder wants and develop state-specific academic supplies and technical help applications to enhance allowing processes for communities and trade.
“The collaboratives carry collectively stakeholders and technical specialists within the vitality planning course of, together with state and native companies, universities, builders, farmers, Tribes, neighborhood organizations, and different entities. The chosen spherical two initiatives are primarily based in:
- Colorado: Led by the Colorado Vitality Workplace (Award quantity: $1.96 million)
- Georgia: Led by the College of Georgia’s Carl Vinson Institute of Authorities (Award quantity: $1.95 million)
- Idaho: Led by Boise State College (Award quantity: $1.95 million)
- Oklahoma: Led by Oklahoma State College (Award quantity: $1.8 million)
- Pennsylvania: Led by the Pennsylvania Division of Environmental Safety (Award quantity: $1.96 million)
- Washington: Led by the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians (Award quantity: $1.96 million)
“These new state-based collaboratives expand the regional diversity of the R-STEP program to cover 13 states, joining six previously selected collaboratives. The collaboratives receive tailored technical assistance and peer-learning opportunities, and the R-STEP program enables them to share learnings and best practices with other states and stakeholders. Learn more about the selected state-based collaboratives.”
Electrical Automobiles
“The Rise of Electric” Starring Bradley Cooper in Global Campaign of the New Electric G-Class
“Actor and director Bradley Cooper is the star of a short film that will spearhead a new brand campaign for Mercedes-Benz featuring the all-new G 580 with EQ Technology. The film showcases the essence of the G-Class through a dramatic action sequence and unites the adventure of driving the new model, whether traversing rugged terrain or city streets. It also highlights the boundless capability of the off-road icon and underscores the vision of empowering individuals to purse their own path without fear of failure. The Hollywood superstar – a passionate G-Class driver for years – attended the world premiere event in Los Angeles. The premiere was accompanied with a product campaign launch and continues for market launch.”
“Bradley Cooper was a natural choice for this world premiere and campaign as he is a longstanding fan of our iconic G-Class. As part of our beloved G-family, Bradley is a true inspiration for crossing limits.” Bettina Fetzer, Vice President Communications & Advertising, Mercedes-Benz AG
Genesis GV70 and Electrified GV70 Secure IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Honors
BYD ETH8 Delivering on Emissions-Free Transportation
“BYD, the world’s main producer of latest vitality automobiles and energy batteries, presents distinctive innovation in electrical truck expertise at IAA 2024. BYD brings the pure-electric ETH8 eTruck; a zero-emission answer for a variety of transportation purposes to Europe.
“The 19T BYD ETH8 merges advanced technology with versatility and practicality. Its multipurpose chassis makes it the perfect choice for logistics and sanitation operations, and can be tailored to suit many other transport requirements. It is built on BYD’s highly integrated e-Truck Platform that has been developed in-house exclusively for electric trucks for the ultimate in safety, performance and efficiency.”
ETH8 Characterises European Design
“BYD’s iconic X front face and diving waistline are distinctive design features of the ETH8. It has been designed for the European market, by the highly regarded vehicle designer, Wolfgang Egger, Design Director for BYD. The ETH8, with its dynamic contours, has strong aesthetic appeal, punctuated by expressive Angel Eyes low-energy headlights for excellent visibility.”
Vary & Charging
“The massive battery capability means the car will be charged from 20% to 100% inside 2 hours, with a variety of 250km. Varied charging options will be deployed for optimum comfort.
19T ETH8 eTruck Technical Specification
Tailor Made Design for Europe
“The ETM6 has been designed in-house by Wolfgang Egger, BYD’s Design Director, one of Europe’s most esteemed vehicle designers. The eye-catching exterior adopts BYD’s new design philosophy for eTrucks incorporating a subtly rounded front face and a diving waistline with dynamic lines giving the ETM6 a modern and streamlined appearance. The doors continue the dynamic theme for optimum effect, with concealed handles for reduced air-resistance. Angel Eye headlights provide a clear beam of light. The dimensions of the wheelbase make the ETM6 more manoeuvrable, making it a good option for urban driving. The chassis is also highly configurable for different applications.”
taq Automotive Intelligence Partners With EV Luxury Brand Lucid Motors
Batteries & Vitality Storage
Microvast and Minespider to Show Battery Passport Demo at IAA Transportation 2024
“Microvast Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MVST) (“Microvast” or the “Company”), a expertise innovator that designs, develops and manufactures lithium-ion battery options, and Minespider, a expertise firm providing battery passports compliant with the EU Battery Regulation, in the present day introduced that collectively they’ll present a Battery Passport demo for the primary time at IAA Transportation 2024.”
GE Vernova Chosen to Provide Integrated BESS Solution for Large-Scale Storage Project in Australia
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