8 h. ago Trump administration slams brakes on government's adoption of electric vehicles

Memos obtained by NPR show a key federal agency has paused orders of zero-emission vehicles and some federally owned EV chargers will be turned off.

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8 h. ago Research shows signs of 'tipping point' for electric vehicles in UK used car market

Second-hand electric cars may be close to a "tipping point" where they become more popular than equivalent petrol and diesel cars in the UK, new research shows.

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17 h. ago Trump Poses With a Tesla, a Move Aimed Solely at Helping Musk

President Trump has spent years bashing electric vehicles. But with Elon Musk by his side, he said he would buy a bright red one.

Technology

24 h. ago How can Europe boost its domestic battery production and what policy actions are needed?

The rapid diffusion of battery electric vehicles and the decarbonization of the energy sector require an increasing number of batteries. These batteries have so far largely been manufactured in Asia. Against this backdrop, the EU has set itself the target of covering 90% of its battery demand from domestic production by 2030—but in light of the rapid market growth and the strong increase in demand, this goal is at risk.

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5 d. ago Engineers take apart batteries from Tesla and China's leading EV manufacturer to see what's inside

Two main manufacturers dominate the EV (electric vehicle) market: Tesla, which is most popular in Europe and North America, and BYD, which leads the Chinese EV market. However, both manufacturers have released limited data about their batteries, so the mechanical structure and characteristics of these battery cells have remained mysterious. To compare the batteries used by each manufacturer and better understand how EV batteries function overall, a team of researchers took one of each apart.

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6 d. ago Staying in the fast lane: Why North America can’t afford to slow down on electric vehicles

Staying in the fast lane: Why North America can’t afford to slow down on electric vehicles  Brookings Institution

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7 d. ago Electric vehicles could travel farther on a single charge thanks to lithium

More electric vehicles are on the road than ever before. But a recent global survey has found that some EV owners—about 46% in the U.S.—have considered switching back to a gasoline car. The top reason: charging. While average ranges have steadily increased over time, drivers' expectations still outpace what current lithium-ion batteries can deliver.

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8 d. ago Electric vehicles: The key to a sustainable future or a failed promise?

Despite soaring production rates, the uptake of electric vehicles remains dismally low, raising urgent questions about what truly drives consumer behavior and how to ignite change. According to a new study from the University of Surrey, the electric vehicle (EV) revolution risks being overshadowed by consumer hesitance and misinformation.

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8 d. ago Tesla for Sale: Buyer’s Remorse Sinks In for Elon Musk’s E.V.

The backlash against the electric vehicle company has intensified as the billionaire ally of President Trump exerts his power over the federal government.

Economics

1 week ago Efficient lithium extraction method could transform battery supply chains

In the race to meet the growing global demand for lithium—a critical component in batteries for electric vehicles—a team of researchers from Rice University's Elimelech lab has developed a breakthrough lithium extraction method that could reshape the industry.

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1 week ago We need to switch to heat pumps fast—but can they overcome human behavior?

People in the UK need to adopt heat pumps and electric vehicles as fast as they once embraced refrigerators, mobile phones and internet connection, according to a new report by the Climate Change Committee (CCC).

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2 w. ago Promoting the purchase of electric cars by adapting incentives

The electrification of the car fleet is one of the solutions proposed to combat greenhouse gas emissions. Swiss economists have assessed the financial incentive schemes available when purchasing new electric vehicles.

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2 w. ago Tesla sinks below $1 tn market value as European auto sales slump

Shares of the US electric vehicle pioneer Tesla plunged Tuesday, leaving its market value below $1 trillion as investors digested disappointing European sales and chief executive Elon Musk's aggressive foray into politics.

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2 w. ago Engineers show industrial potential of diamond quantum sensors for EV battery monitoring

Electric vehicles (EVs) are leading the transition to sustainable transportation. However, effective battery management remains a significant challenge, as traditional monitoring techniques often lack adequate precision and noise resistance.

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2 w. ago Trump administration reportedly shutting down federal EV chargers nationwide

The General Services Administration, the agency that manages buildings owned by the federal government, is planning to shut down its entire network of electric vehicle chargers, according to a report in The Verge. The GSA reportedly operates a network of hundreds of EV chargers with a total of 8,000 plugs that can be used to […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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2 w. ago Why Trump’s Clean Energy Rollbacks Could Derail a Factory Boom

With the Trump administration reversing support for low-carbon power, the business case for making wind, solar and electric vehicle parts gets weaker.

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2 w. ago Switching to electric vehicles will push the power grid to the brink

The UK's pledge to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 hinges on replacing millions of petrol and diesel vehicles with cleaner alternatives. But transitioning to electric transport isn't just about manufacturing new cars, installing chargers and so on. It's a gargantuan energy generation challenge that could push the power grid to its limits.

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2 w. ago Clean Energy Was Lifting Manufacturing. Now Investment Is in Jeopardy.

With the Trump administration reversing support for low-carbon power, the business case for making wind, solar and electric vehicle parts gets weaker.

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3 w. ago Interior Alaska’s plan to expand electric vehicle infrastructure hits a bump in the road

Interior Alaska’s plan to expand electric vehicle infrastructure hits a bump in the road  Alaska Public Media News

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3 w. ago Enhanced cathode materials could expand electric vehicle driving range

A research team has advanced cathode materials, a key component of electric vehicle batteries. Their findings could usher in a new chapter in the development of high-capacity high-safety lithium-ion battery materials. Their paper is published in the journal ACS Nano.

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