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Geely EX5 — A New Owner’s Perspective
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/05/geely-ex5-a-new-owners-perspective/
Published: May 6, 2025 03:50
The Geely EX5 is making waves in the Australian electric vehicle market. Over 1000 have been ordered in the past couple of months. Majella and I got to participate in a pre-launch viewing two months ago. At that time, not all the specs or even the price…
Tony Blair’s New Climate Reset Report Promotes Delay, Not Action
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/05/tony-blairs-new-climate-reset-report-promotes-delay-not-action/
Published: May 6, 2025 03:06
The Tony Blair Institute recently released a controversial and rapidly amplified new report titled “The Climate Paradox,” seeking to redefine the global climate debate by advocating what it positions as a pragmatic, politically viable reset of climate…
Blue States Sue Feds Over Halt To Wind Energy Projects
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/05/blue-states-sue-feds-over-halt-to-wind-energy-projects/
Published: May 6, 2025 02:25
Seventeen states and the District of Columbia have sued the federal government, alleging an executive order signed by the so-called president that mandated a halt to all wind energy projects both onshore and offshore is illegal, nonsensical, and contrary…
How Do You Sell an EV into Australia’s Crowded Market?
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/05/how-do-you-sell-an-ev-into-australias-crowded-market/
Published: May 6, 2025 02:12
As the list of electric vehicles entering the Australian new car market goes ever longer, I thought it might be worth looking at how these cars are being marketed to the public. There are very few EV advertisements on free to air TV. This is not…
Tesla Cybertruck Tips & Tricks After First 15,000 Miles
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/05/tesla-cybertruck-tips-tricks-after-first-15000-miles/
Published: May 6, 2025 00:33
With the Cybertruck, Tesla brought a number of new innovations to market. In addition, the Cybertruck is packed with quirks and functionality that take time to learn and get used to. To help others along their journey, I have compiled a list of some of my…
Rivian Aims To Cement Future EV Sales With New Park For Suppliers
Published: May 5, 2025 23:39
Rivian is among the US automakers planning ahead for new EV sales opportunities, even amidst the chaos of the Trump tariffs and other obstacles. The post Rivian Aims To Cement Future EV Sales With New Park For Suppliers appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Tesla Cybertruck Review After 15,000 Miles
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/05/tesla-cybertruck-review-after-15000-miles/
Published: May 5, 2025 23:10
The Tesla Cybertruck is the most polarizing vehicle to hit the market in recent memory, with its brutalist design coupled with Tesla founder and CEO Elon Musk’s unflinching desire to build the ultimate electric truck from every boy’s dreams. If you can get…
Global Ferry Electrification Accelerates: 70% Of New Orders Go Electric
Published: May 5, 2025 19:59
Seventy percent of ferries currently on order globally now feature electric drivetrains, a remarkable shift underscoring just how rapidly maritime transportation is decarbonizing. Norway has about 70 electric ferries running already, and there are likely…
Revving Up Refurbished E-Bikes: Upway Expands With Los Angeles UpCenter
Published: May 5, 2025 17:19
Upway, the leading refurbished e-bike marketplace, has officially expanded to the West Coast with the launch of its new UpCenter in Redondo Beach, Los Angeles. This marks a significant milestone in Upway’s mission to make sustainable, affordable e-mobility…
Tariffs & Electric Cars: Bloomberg Says It’s Time To Welcome Chinese Cars To The US
Published: May 5, 2025 16:57
Tariffs that protect local industries have some benefits, but tariffs that exclude entire nations are ultimately self-defeating. The post Tariffs & Electric Cars: Bloomberg Says It’s Time To Welcome Chinese Cars To The US appeared first on CleanTechnica.
US Consumers Don’t Trust Tesla Anymore, Study Says
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/05/us-consumers-dont-trust-tesla-anymore-study-says/
Published: May 5, 2025 16:22
A newly released study of the US EV market exposes some dismal flaws in the Tesla marketing plan. Consumers just don’t trust Tesla anymore. The Electric Vehicle Intelligence Report (EVIR) into US EV sales was built in April from over 8,000 consumer…
MIKA Meon E: The World’s Lightest Road-Legal EV, Built For Pure Fun
Published: May 5, 2025 16:20
The MIKA Meon E is definitely not your average electric car. Hand-built in Warwickshire by Hall Engineering and Design, this British-made EV is essentially a reengineered beach buggy with a modern electric heart, and it proudly claims the title of the…
US Defense Department Launches Bioeconomy Plan Against Fossil Fuels
Published: May 5, 2025 14:36
The US bioeconomy is scaling up to compete head-to-head with petrochemicals, with an assist from the Department of Defense. The post US Defense Department Launches Bioeconomy Plan Against Fossil Fuels appeared first on CleanTechnica.
What Caused The Blackout On The Iberian Peninsular? It’s Complicated.
Published: May 5, 2025 05:44
The blackout in Spain and Portugal last week was Preventable, with careful planning and knowledgeable policies. The post What Caused The Blackout On The Iberian Peninsular? It’s Complicated. appeared first on CleanTechnica.
China Zorrilla: How The World’s Largest Electric Ferry Changes Maritime Electrification
Published: May 5, 2025 05:00
The launch of the all-electric ferry China Zorrilla, expected to be operating between Argentina and Uruguay, represents a landmark event in global maritime electrification. Commissioned by Buquebus, a major regional ferry operator connecting Buenos Aires…
Trump Attacks on Loan Program that Sustained Tesla, EV Charging Program, Fuel Economy Standards — What Next?
Published: May 4, 2025 23:45
In response to an article I wrote last week, a reader pointed out that the US Department of Energy Loan Programs Office has stopped providing any loans from the loan program that once helped Tesla through a very tough time. “Presumably, the DOE will be…
Costa Rica Achieved the Highest EV Market Share in the Americas for 3rd Consecutive Year in 2024
Published: May 4, 2025 21:15
This article was originally written in Spanish and published on one of the most important regional blogs regarding EV adoption: AleTech. It was written, translated, and abridged by Mario Duran Ortiz, a civil engineer in Costa Rica with ample knowledge on…
New Home EV Charging Solution Tells Gasmobiles: Get Off My Fleet!
Published: May 4, 2025 18:54
Siemens is introducing a new accounting system for home EV charging, aimed at enabling US fleet managers to accelerate their electrification plans. The post New Home EV Charging Solution Tells Gasmobiles: Get Off My Fleet! appeared first on CleanTechnica.
SAF Takes Off & Ticket Prices Follow: The Real Cost Of Greener Air Travel
Published: May 4, 2025 18:38
A traveler books a long-haul flight from Frankfurt to Singapore and notices a line item labeled “Environmental Surcharge.” It’s not optional, and it’s not tiny. For most economy passengers, it adds somewhere between €6 and €20. In business class, it can go…
The One Big Robotaxi Benefit — Safe Driving
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/04/the-one-big-robotaxi-benefit-safe-driving/
Published: May 4, 2025 16:58
We’ve had a few articles recently highlighting problems with the idea of a robotaxi revolution. (See here, here, and here.) However, there are definitely some upsides to robotaxis, and there’s one in particular that deserves a nod. A reader shared this…
EVs At 25.3% Share In France – Renault Top Two
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/04/evs-at-25-3-share-in-france-renault-top-two/
Published: May 4, 2025 15:24
April’s auto market saw plugin EVs at 25.3% share in France, up from 24.3% year-on-year. BEVs were slightly up in share YoY, whilst PHEVs were fractionally down. Overall auto volume was 138,697 units, down some 6%YoY. The Renault 5 was France’s best…
Electric Cars Are More Reliable Than Gas Cars — New Study
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/04/electric-cars-are-more-reliable-than-gas-cars-new-study/
Published: May 4, 2025 15:08
A new study from the German Automobile Club (ADAC) tells us what we’ve always suspected would be the case — electric cars are much more reliable than gasoline-powered cars. German Automobile Club (ADAC) is the largest roadside assistance organization in…
Hyundai & Kia Have The EV Bit Between Their Teeth And They Are Not Slowing Down
Published: May 4, 2025 01:18
Hyundai and Kia are planning to bring more lower priced EVs to world markets including electric cargo vans from Kia. The post Hyundai & Kia Have The EV Bit Between Their Teeth And They Are Not Slowing Down appeared first on CleanTechnica.
NIO Sales Up 53% in April
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/03/nio-sales-up-53-in-april/
Published: May 3, 2025 23:17
NIO had a solid month of sales growth again in April, growing 53% compared to April 2024. The company had 23,900 vehicles delivered to customers in the month. That was also a 59% increase over the month before, March 2025 — going from 15,093 sales to…
XPENG Sales Up 313% in 2025!
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/03/xpeng-sales-up-313-in-2025/
Published: May 3, 2025 23:16
XPENG sales continue to soar. The company had 273% more sales last month than in April 2024! Through the first 4 months of 2025, sales are up 313%! That said, month-to-month, the explosion has slowed down. XPENG sales were only up 5.5% in April compared to…
Can Robyn Denholm Stand Up To Elon Musk And Still Remain In Her Position At Tesla?
Published: May 3, 2025 22:36
Tesla board of directors chair Robyn Denholm insists that the Wall Street Journal report claiming that Tesla began a search for a new CEO is false. Why would the Tesla board pursue replacing its CEO, Elon Musk? He brought the company from fledgling status…
Carney’s Challenge: Steering Canada through Housing, Climate, and Trump’s Trade Storm
Published: May 3, 2025 20:48
On election night, Mark Carney stepped onto the stage with a blend of cautious optimism and measured pragmatism. As Canada’s new Prime Minister, the former Bank of Canada governor, UN climate envoy, and Brookfield executive and director offered a…
Dog Bites Man As Tesla Sales Continue To Crash In Europe
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/03/dog-bites-man-as-tesla-sales-continue-to-crash-in-europe/
Published: May 3, 2025 15:03
Tesla sales in Europe cratered again in April, with Trump, Vance, and Rubio all contributing to a reputational crisis for the automaker and its CEO Elon Musk. The post Dog Bites Man As Tesla Sales Continue To Crash In Europe appeared first on…
New Data On Fossil Fuel Industry Emissions Could Play Pivotal Role In Climate Litigation
Published: May 3, 2025 14:45
Climate litigation in the US has been ongoing for well over a decade. Various states, countries, and cities have filed claims against fossil fuel companies, alleging they should be held responsible for the economic harm they have caused. Primarily, the…
Kia EV Sales Crash in USA — Because of Manufacturing Change?
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/02/kia-ev-sales-crash-in-usa-because-of-manufacturing-change/
Published: May 3, 2025 03:57
I was very disappointed today when checking Kia’s US EV sales numbers for April. They crashed — hard. Kia EV6 sales were down from 2,051 sales in April 2024 to 656 sales in April 2025. Kia EV6 sales were down from 1,572 sales in April 2024 to 232 sales in …
NREL-Led Research Effort Adds Salt, Boosts Performance of Perovskites
Published: May 3, 2025 03:53
Using an ionic salt to replace the fullerene layer in perovskite solar cells boosted their performance, efficiency, and durability, according to a global research effort led by scientists at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). Their findings…
With a Technology License from MIT and NREL in Hand, Comstock Fuels Aims to Produce Jet Fuel from Lignin
Published: May 3, 2025 03:50
Patent-Pending Technology Turns Lignin—a Plant Structural Material—Into Aromatic Hydrocarbons That Could Help Leap Over Synthetic Aviation Fuel ‘Blend Wall’ It is an ideal complement to Comstock Fuels’ own technologies: an additional refining step to…
Burning Man, for Climate Nerds
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/02/burning-man-for-climate-nerds/
Published: May 3, 2025 03:29
This week, I want to talk about my favorite conference in the world, Climate Week. I just got back from the San Francisco edition of Climate Week (there are Climate Weeks in a lot of cities now), and I feel pretty damn reinvigorated! I love Climate Week.…
Two Huge Threats to Tesla Sales No One Is Talking About
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/02/two-huge-threats-to-tesla-sales-no-one-is-talking-about/
Published: May 3, 2025 00:24
As part of the discussion under our latest Europe EV sales report, one of the readers made a comment that really made me think about something. While we frequently discuss how Elon Musk’s political activities seem to be hurting Tesla sales and how Tesla’s…
Pipelines To Nowhere: The Real Costs Of TMX & The Dutch Hydrogen Network
Published: May 2, 2025 21:58
Infrastructure megaprojects have an irresistible allure, and the Netherlands and Canada are illustrative of this. Governments, engineers, and industrial backers alike see in them the potential for transformative leaps forward—massive pipelines to move…
Blink Charging & Create Energy Team Up To Offer Solar-Powered EV Charging Solution
Published: May 2, 2025 20:31
Blink Charging Co., a leading provider of electric vehicle EV charging infrastructure, and Create Energy, known for its advanced energy solutions, have partnered to roll out an innovative solar-powered EV charging system. The announcement marks a…
China’s EV Revolution Left US Automakers Behind — Trump Just Sped It Up
Published: May 2, 2025 19:53
In the early 2010s, China was the promised land for American automakers. General Motors sold more vehicles there than in its home country. Buick, a brand fading into irrelevance in North America, was reborn as a prestige marque in Chinese cities. Ford had…
Road Trippin’ to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, in an ID. Buzz
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/02/road-trippin-to-gatlinburg-tennessee-in-an-id-buzz/
Published: May 2, 2025 18:55
By Nick Rericha We recently embarked on a road trip in our brand spankin’ new Volkswagen ID. Buzz First Edition from Cincinnati, Ohio, to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, for Spring Break. Here is our review! My wife and I had been anxiously waiting for the ID. Buzz…
US Offshore Wind Industry Lives To Fight Another Day
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/02/us-offshore-wind-industry-lives-to-fight-another-day/
Published: May 2, 2025 17:28
The Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project has been spared from the Trump chopping block for now, and offshore stakeholders are already anticipating an industry-wide comeback. The post US Offshore Wind Industry Lives To Fight Another Day appeared first on…
Early Owner Reviews of Volkswagen ID. Buzz — CleanTechnica Video
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/02/early-owner-reviews-of-volkswagen-id-buzz-cleantechnica-video/
Published: May 2, 2025 17:12
I was recently on my way to Supercharge my Tesla Model 3 when I spotted just the second Volkswagen ID. Buzz I had seen in the wild. It was charging at an Electrify America station. Given that this is now my absolute favorite electric vehicle, I had to…
Interview With Carbon Removal India CEO Asitava Sen On Scaling CDR In India
Published: May 2, 2025 15:22
What was it that first made you interested in carbon removal, and when? Honestly speaking, a year ago, I did not know about CDR — except having heard of only biochar — but that too as a soil carbon enhancement “product” and not as a carbon removal method.…
California’s Energy Revolution: Sunrun Quadruples Virtual Power Plant Ahead Of Summer
Published: May 2, 2025 15:07
As California prepares for yet another summer marked by extreme heat, wildfire risks, and rising electricity demand, Sunrun is significantly scaling up its innovative CalReady distributed power plant. The project now links together 75,000 home solar…
More Headaches For Tesla: Mack Truck Muscles Into The Class 8 Electric Truck Market
Published: May 2, 2025 14:15
Mack Truck is going up against the Tesla Semi with plans for a new driver-centered Class 8 electric truck, a follow-up to the company's newly launched line of Pioneer diesel trucks. The post More Headaches For Tesla: Mack Truck Muscles Into The Class 8…
Super-Efficient Air Conditioning Technology Slashes Energy Costs
Published: May 2, 2025 13:32
As the Earth gets hotter, the demand for air conditioning will grow exponentially, which will make the Earth hotter still. RMI has a solution. The post Super-Efficient Air Conditioning Technology Slashes Energy Costs appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Europe EV Sales Report — The King (Tesla) is Dead, Long Live the (Old) King, Volkswagen
Published: May 2, 2025 03:57
It was the second best month ever in Europe. Some 365,000 plugin vehicles were registered in Europe in March, rising 22% year over year (YoY), which is a particularly positive sign when considering that the overall market was up by just 3% in the same…
Smart Electrical Panel Startup SPANs NREL’s Accelerator Programs
Published: May 2, 2025 03:55
Imagine a severe storm knocks out a neighborhood powerline; while most homes go dark, one homeowner seamlessly manages their backup energy, prioritizing critical appliances. This is not the future—it is happening now with SPAN’s smart electrical panel.…
Energy Technology Innovation Partnership Project Opens Applications To Support Coastal, Remote, & Island Communities
Published: May 2, 2025 03:53
Program Provides Energy Planning and Technical Support for Local Governments, Community Organizations, Utilities, and Other Groups Across the Country Many coastal, remote, and island communities need more affordable, reliable, and secure energy systems but…
Modular Construction Enables Efficient & Affordable Housing
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/01/modular-construction-enables-efficient-affordable-housing/
Published: May 2, 2025 03:51
NREL Teams Up With iUnit To Advance Lower-Cost Modular Housing Recently, Shanti Pless stood on a windswept hillside and listed some of the issues that come with leaky envelopes. While that phrase may conjure surreal images of damp greeting cards, the…
Greasing the Wheels of the Energy Transition to Address Climate Change & Fossil Fuels Phaseout
Published: May 2, 2025 03:47
The global energy system may be faced with an inescapable trade-off between urgently addressing climate change versus avoiding an energy shortfall, according to a new energy scenario tool developed by University of South Australia researchers and published…
Bidgely Surpasses 1.5 TWh of Energy Savings, Offsetting 1M Tons of CO2 Emissions
Published: May 2, 2025 03:40
Bidgely today announced that its artificial intelligence (AI)-driven solutions have accumulated over 1.5 terawatt-hours (TWh) in energy savings, equivalent to offsetting over 1 million metric tons of CO2 emissions. Bidgely’s 1.5 TWh in energy savings was…
Oil Prices & Refinery Margins Fell Slightly in 1st Quarter of 2025
Published: May 2, 2025 02:26
During the first quarter of 2025 (1Q25), crude oil prices generally decreased while U.S. refinery margins initially increased before decreasing in the final month of the quarter. In this quarterly update, we review petroleum markets price developments in…
Hydrogen’s Harsh Reality: Plug Power, Ballard, and FuelCell Near the End?
Published: May 2, 2025 01:37
Plug Power’s stock has dipped into dangerous territory, trading below the critical $1 threshold required by Nasdaq, signaling yet another existential crisis for the firm. This isn’t the first time Plug has flirted with financial oblivion, of course; the…
BYD Launches In Benin, Seychelles, Croatia, Slovakia, & Cambodia, Plus The World’s Largest Car Carrier!
Published: May 1, 2025 21:15
In April, BYD partnered with Dubai Taxi Company and Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility to deploy 200 all-electric BYD SEAL taxis across Dubai. The company also launched the world’s largest car carrier, the BYD Shenzhen, capable of transporting 9,200 vehicles. I…
UK Councils To Government: Rooftop Solar Should Be Required On All New Homes
Published: May 1, 2025 18:56
The UK’s Local Government Association (LGA) has called for mandatory rooftop solar panels on all new homes, urging the government to adopt stronger building standards to accelerate decarbonization and reduce household energy bills. This recommendation is…
Did The Tesla Board Begin A Search For A Musk Replacement? It Depends On Who You Ask.
Published: May 1, 2025 17:45
News reports suggest the Tesla board of directors has quietly begun a search for a chief executive to replace Elon Musk. The post Did The Tesla Board Begin A Search For A Musk Replacement? It Depends On Who You Ask. appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Ampersand Leads The Charge As Electric Motorcycle Market Share Surges In Kigali, Rwanda
Published: May 1, 2025 17:42
Rwanda has some of the most progressive polices in the world for electric vehicles. I had never been to Rwanda, so when I got the chance to visit recently, I was looking forward to getting a feel for how the electric mobility sector is progressing over…
Ports, Fuels, & Emissions: How Trump’s Tariffs Are Reshaping Maritime Trade
Published: May 1, 2025 17:19
Trump’s aggressive economic policies in Q1 2025 have triggered immediate ripples throughout global maritime logistics, reshaping shipping routes, port activity, fuel consumption, and emissions trajectories. I’ve been seeing statistics on container volumes…
Republicans Want A New $250 Tax On Electric Vehicles
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/01/republicans-want-a-new-250-tax-on-electric-vehicles/
Published: May 1, 2025 15:02
Congress is gearing up to impose a new $250 tax on electric vehicles, having dropped the whole idea of being against taxes. The post Republicans Want A New $250 Tax On Electric Vehicles appeared first on CleanTechnica.
$2.5 Billion Says US Just Can’t Quit Renewable Energy
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/05/01/2-5-billion-says-us-just-cant-quit-renewable-energy/
Published: May 1, 2025 13:49
The leading US renewable energy firm Invenergy has just nailed down a $2.5 billion revolving loan of credit to facilitate its domestic clean power pipeline. The post $2.5 Billion Says US Just Can’t Quit Renewable Energy appeared first on CleanTechnica.
1 Millionth Electric Vehicle Rolls off the Production Line at the Volkswagen Plant in Zwickau
Published: May 1, 2025 03:57
Plant in Saxony produces six e-models of the Group brands Volkswagen, Audi and Cupra Almost every second registered electric car of the Volkswagen Group worldwide comes from Zwickau The anniversary vehicle is an ID.3 GTX Performance01 Plant Manager Danny…
Pure Lithium Announces Engagement with Kingston Process Metallurgy to Scale Lithium Metal Anode Production
Published: May 1, 2025 03:55
Pure Lithium Corporation, a disruptive Boston-based, vertically integrated lithium metal battery technology company, is pleased to announce a strategic agreement with Kingston Process Metallurgy (KPM) to collaboratively scale, design, construct, and…
How to Defuse the EU’s Carbon Tax Time Bomb
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/04/30/how-to-defuse-the-eus-carbon-tax-time-bomb/
Published: May 1, 2025 03:50
The decision to create a Europe-wide carbon price was right but creates significant political risk. The good news is it can still be fixed. Energy costs and taxes are political dynamite, easily exploited by populist parties. And yet, the EU is set to…
Montana Republicans Are Proud Their State Has The Most Toxic Superfund Sites
Published: May 1, 2025 02:23
The Montana legislature is in a frenzy to find a work around for a recent court decision that makes a clean environment a priority. The post Montana Republicans Are Proud Their State Has The Most Toxic Superfund Sites appeared first on CleanTechnica.
BYD Seagull to Start Production in Brazil Next June
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/04/30/byd-seagull-to-start-production-in-brazil-next-june/
Published: May 1, 2025 00:09
BYD’s plant in Camaçarí faced significant hurdles in late 2024 when Brazilian media denounced that Jinjiang, one of the three companies working on the construction of the factory, had been violating its workers’ rights. In late January, it was announced…
Dow’s Collaboration With Jaguar TCS Racing At Miami E-Prix — A Focus On Thermal Management
Published: April 30, 2025 19:59
As part of my gig with CleanTechnica, I had an opportunity to see firsthand Dow’s collaboration with Jaguar TCS Racing in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Initially, I was a bit skeptical about accepting the invitation. After all, unchecked…
The Geopolitics Of Critical Minerals: China’s Grip & The West’s Response
Published: April 30, 2025 19:50
Recently, I stood — virtually — before an audience of global institutional investors, invited by Jefferies investment bank to speak alongside six other experts on the deepening geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and China and their implications. Amid…
Panasonic Steps Away From Solar & Storage, Ends EverVolt Line
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/04/30/panasonic-steps-away-from-solar-storage-ends-evervolt-line/
Published: April 30, 2025 18:58
Panasonic is officially stepping out of the residential solar and battery storage market, bringing an end to its EverVolt product line. The decision, announced in April, reflects the company’s broader strategy to refocus on core areas where it sees greater…
Waymo & Toyota May Collaborate On Autonomous Cars
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/04/30/waymo-toyota-may-collaborate-on-autonomous-cars/
Published: April 30, 2025 17:59
Waymo and Toyota have announced they will collaborate on autonomous driving technology in the near future. The post Waymo & Toyota May Collaborate On Autonomous Cars appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Future Is Now — Solar Citizens Sausage Sizzle Political Protest
Published: April 30, 2025 16:22
Solar Citizens is a renewable energy lobby group with passion and intellect! With a federal election just days away in Australia, they coud not resist staging an event promoting renewable energy and electric vehicles. The “Future is Now” event was held in…
More Good Electric 2- & 3-Wheeler News From East & West Africa
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/04/30/more-good-electric-2-3-wheeler-news-from-east-west-africa/
Published: April 30, 2025 16:09
Several companies across a number of countries on the African continent have put in a lot of work over the past 7 years or so to establish and grow their electric mobility firms. Following a series of pilot projects and several iterations of their products…
Phase-Shifting Hot Bricks Pack More Energy Storage Punch Into Smaller Spaces
Published: April 30, 2025 15:55
The startup MGA Thermal deploys hot bricks with an inner shape-shifting trick to fit the industrial processes bill for high performance energy storage. The post Phase-Shifting Hot Bricks Pack More Energy Storage Punch Into Smaller Spaces appeared first on…
Is Clean Energy Finally Affordable? BLUETTI’s Paying In—And Launching Something New
Published: April 30, 2025 15:16
Let’s be honest—clean energy sounds great, but for many people, the price tag doesn’t. In fact, most folks looking into solar generators or home battery systems end up walking away simply because it feels too expensive to start. That’s why BLUETTI is…
BYD Dolphin Mini, The Car the US Will Never Have, Secures World Urban Car Award
Published: April 30, 2025 06:12
BYD had already been nominated twice to the World Car Awards. This year, it happened: BYD became the first Chinese automaker to clinch a prestigious World Car Award. The spotlight shone on the BYD Seagull (also known elsewhere as the Dolphin Mini) as it…
From Darkness to Light: Iberia’s Rapid Grid Recovery Explained
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/04/30/from-darkness-to-light-iberias-rapid-grid-recovery-explained/
Published: April 30, 2025 05:00
On April 28, 2025, the Iberian Peninsula experienced a significant and sudden blackout, plunging large portions of Spain and Portugal into darkness and disrupting critical infrastructure for millions of people. The outage occurred at around midday,…
Like It or Not, EVs are Going to Stay
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/04/29/like-it-or-not-evs-are-going-to-stay/
Published: April 30, 2025 01:55
Day One of the New York International Auto Show (NIAS) Industry Days opened with a forum called “Evaluating the Shifting EV Landscape.” It gathered many top U.S. automotive executives, analysts, and policy experts to talk about trends in the American EV…
#Oukitel P1000 Plus Introduced: The Most Compact Power Station Leading the World into a New Era
Published: April 30, 2025 00:14
Oukitel, a global leader in innovative energy solutions, introduces the P1000 Plus, the most compact and powerful 1024Wh power station in its class. Designed for those who demand peak performance, this rugged powerhouse delivers a remarkable 1800W output,…
U.S. Imports of Major Transportation Fuels Decreased in 2024
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/04/29/u-s-imports-of-major-transportation-fuels-decreased-in-2024/
Published: April 29, 2025 23:58
U.S. imports of petroleum products decreased by 210,000 barrels per day (b/d) in 2024 to average 1.8 million b/d. Imports of all major transportation fuels, such as motor gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel, as well as other products, such as unfinished oils,…
EV Motors Market Grows Robustly (Again), And Guess Who Leads?
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/04/29/ev-motors-market-grows-robustly-again-and-guess-who-leads/
Published: April 29, 2025 20:40
A recent study by Valuates Report indicates that the global market for Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSMs) reached $15,580 million in 2024. This massive PMSM market, segmented by type: below 5Kw, 5-10Kw, 10-50Kw, above 50Kw, and by application:…
Heybike Has Unbeatable Mother’s Day E-Bike Deals & Free Gifts
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/04/29/heybike-has-unbeatable-mothers-day-e-bike-deals-free-gifts/
Published: April 29, 2025 20:39
Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and if you’re looking for a gift that’s a little more exciting than flowers or brunch, Heybike has you covered. The Heybike Mother’s Day Sale is packed with incredible deals on some of the most popular e-bikes, and…
Imagining The Electric Miata
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/04/29/imagining-the-electric-miata/
Published: April 29, 2025 20:25
A patent application from last fall hints at a battery-electric Mazda Miata somewhere in the not too distant future. The post Imagining The Electric Miata appeared first on CleanTechnica.
The Revisionist View Of The United States, According To Florida’s Newest Senator
Published: April 29, 2025 20:02
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker gave a rousing speech in New Hampshire this week in which he argued that US citizens are demanding urgent action. We must, he said, “fight — EVERYWHERE AND ALL AT ONCE.” He refuses to follow the advice of “do-nothing political…
Why Did Tesla Stock [TSLA] Rise Again?
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/04/29/why-did-tesla-stock-tsla-rise-again/
Published: April 29, 2025 18:34
Tesla stock [NASDAQ:TSLA] is up almost 12% in the past 5 days. This is after a drop the week before, but even looking back one month, the stock is up 10%. This is despite a horrible Tesla quarterly report that showed worse financials than Wall Street was…
Low-Cost Electric Carshare Program Launched In Charlotte
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/04/29/low-cost-electric-carshare-program-launched-in-charlotte/
Published: April 29, 2025 17:23
Some years ago, after attending several electric vehicle ride-and-drive events, it became clear that members of the public who could see, touch, ride in, or drive an electric vehicle while having their questions answered were much more positive about EVs.…
Community Solar Could Spark $120 Billion In US Economic Growth
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/04/29/community-solar-could-spark-120-billion-in-us-economic-growth/
Published: April 29, 2025 17:18
A new nationwide analysis has dropped a powerful headline: community solar could unlock more than $120 billion in economic activity across the US. If you’ve been paying attention to the solar sector, you know community solar has long promised outsized…
Trump Wants to Kill Policy That Made Tesla Profitable Last Quarter
Published: April 29, 2025 16:21
It’s no secret that Tesla sales were down considerably last quarter, and net income was down a whopping 71% year over year. What is less known is that Tesla wouldn’t have even been profitable if it wasn’t for policies Donald Trump doesn’t like and wants to…
Corning Expands Solar Manufacturing Capacity As US Demand Keeps Rising
Published: April 29, 2025 16:12
The US solar manufacturing sector is ramping up to meet the rising demand for clean power, regardless of pushback from the White House. The post Corning Expands Solar Manufacturing Capacity As US Demand Keeps Rising appeared first on CleanTechnica.
US Government Dismisses Everyone Working On The National Climate Assessment
Published: April 29, 2025 15:23
The failed US administration is propping up the fossil fuel industry again by dismissing the team writing the next NCA. The post US Government Dismisses Everyone Working On The National Climate Assessment appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Volvo Cars Starts Production of Best-Selling EX30 Electric SUV in Europe
Published: April 29, 2025 13:22
Volvo Cars and its Ghent manufacturing plant reached a crucial milestone this week as the company’s factory in Belgium started production of the fully electric EX30 small SUV. One of Europe’s best-selling electric cars in 2024, the EX30 has been a popular…
Airline Emissions Soar to Pre-COVID Levels as Europe Fails to Price Their Pollution
Published: April 29, 2025 03:56
Emissions from European aviation have almost bounced back to 2019 levels, with flights within Europe even exceeding these, a new T&E study shows. The EU’s carbon market (EU ETS) is currently failing to address the true cost of these emissions, amid signs…
Waymo’s Not-So-Secret Weapon for Rapid Growth
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/04/28/waymos-not-so-secret-weapon-for-rapid-growth/
Published: April 29, 2025 03:55
CleanTechnica reader “rawlsio” recently made a very interesting point regarding Waymo robotaxis. Responding to a stat in my article “Waymo’s Quickly Taking More Market Share Than I Expected” in which I noted (and was surprised) that Waymo already had 22%…
SunTrain Re-Imagines Battery Storage & Clean Energy
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/04/28/suntrain-re-imagines-battery-storage-clean-energy/
Published: April 29, 2025 03:51
SunTrain is an idea that deserves serious consideration. It may seem silly at first but it is just another way of moving energy by rail. The post SunTrain Re-Imagines Battery Storage & Clean Energy appeared first on CleanTechnica.
CleanTechnica Checks Out the EVs at the New York Auto Show
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/04/28/cleantechnica-checks-out-the-evs-at-the-new-york-auto-show/
Published: April 29, 2025 02:40
I logged 14,405 steps visiting the 2025 New York Auto Show at Jacob Javits Center in Manhattan while moving around all the car displays. I put a lot of attention on the EVs and hybrids, naturally. The 125th edition of this show provided a comprehensive…
Electric Water Heater Sales Set New Record In 2024 While Gas Sales Decline
Published: April 29, 2025 02:10
Fresh 2024 data from AHRI shows that gas storage water heater sales declined again in 2024 to their second lowest level since 2012. Sales of tanked water heaters that burn gas were down by 115,000 units, or 3%, in 2024. Meanwhile, sales of electric water…
Ruh-Roh, Here Comes Yet Another Electric Truck
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/04/28/ruh-roh-here-comes-yet-another-electric-truck/
Published: April 29, 2025 01:47
A five-way consortium aims to build fuel cell a Class 6 fuel cell electric truck for the North American market, aimed at decarbonizing middle-mile trips among warehouses. The post Ruh-Roh, Here Comes Yet Another Electric Truck appeared first on…