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German Transport Minister Volker Wissing voiced strong opposition to plans to ban the sale of new cars with internal combustion engines (ICE) throughout the European Union by 2035. “We don’t agree with the decision,” Wissing told reporters in Berlin. Wissing said the reason was that the ban would “discriminately discriminate against synthetic-fuel vehicles”. “We want to shape the transformation in a technologically open way. This includes registering new cars beyond 2035 if they are powered exclusively with synthetic fuels in a climate-neutral way,” he explained. See also: European Parliament approves to ban combustion engine vehicles from 2035 European Union lawmakers…

Hyundai Steel says it has developed a high-quality alloy steel that reduces the noise generated by electric vehicles. This steelmaking technology was developed by Hyundai Motor Group together with its affiliate, Kia, and is certified as a New Superior Technology (NET) by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy of South Korea (South Korea). The company says silencers made of alloy steel improve the thermal management of the car’s battery by 48 percent compared to other steels and reduce gearshift noise. It also more than doubles the durability of the gear reducer. The alloy steel will be used for the…

Members of the European Parliament voted in favor of an EU ban on fossil fuel cars starting in 2035. Quoted from Reuters, Thursday, this is also to accelerate Europe’s transition to electric vehicles (EV). The vote in parliament, held Wednesday (8/6) local time, supports a key pillar of the European Union’s plan to reduce emissions by 55 percent by 2030, from 1990 levels. Lawmakers backed a proposal made by the European Commission last year to call for a 100 percent reduction in CO2 emissions from new cars by 2035, which would make it impossible for automakers to sell fossil fuel…

Toyota Motor Corporation introduced the O-Uchi Kyuden System, an energy storage system based on electric vehicle (EV) battery technology for home use. Quoted from greencarcongress.com, Monday (6/6/2022) the pre-order system has been opened, and sales in Japan will begin in August through home builders and general construction companies. The O-Uchi Kyuden system uses electric vehicle battery technologies such as Toyota battery control to provide a rated capacity of 8.7 kWh and a rated output of 5.5 kWh. This system provides electricity supply to the whole house, not only in normal situations even during power outages caused by natural disasters. In…

Ford CEO Jim Farley says the electric vehicle industry will soon enter a price war with the $25,000 model. In addition, he predicts the dealer’s role in sales will begin to diminish as manufacturers sell their electric vehicles 100% online. Jim Farley said the price of electric vehicles in the future will drop drastically in the ~$25,000 range. He believes it will lead to a price war between electric vehicle manufacturers. Jim Farley gave an example of the Mustang Mach-E starting at around $45,000, this is because battery packs cost $18,000 to build. This gives the opportunity for lower prices.…

More than 750,000 electric cars are now registered and used on UK roads, according to data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Another interesting data is that the average age of cars on British highways also reached a record high of 8.7 years. That means about 8.4 million cars on UK roads are over 13 years old. However, new energy cars (plug-in vehicles, including plug-in hybrids and electric vehicles) are stealing the spotlight with very significant growth. One in four new car registrations is an electric car. See also: New UK homes should have EV chargers starting…

DocGo as a leading healthcare provider in the United States (US) has introduced a new electric powered ambulance. This eco-friendly emergency response vehicle is the first of its kind to be registered in the US. Based on the Ford E-Transit electric van, this vehicle marks DocGO’s first step towards “Zero Emission,” the company’s continuing mission to have an all-electric fleet by 2032. With several hybrid vehicles already in its fleet, the launch of the electric ambulance further demonstrates DocGo’s commitment to advancing its green initiatives. See also: KIA e-Niro has been selected as non-emergency ambulance vehicles in UK This electric…

eActros is one of the efforts to reduce CO2 pollution caused by the transportation sector. The eActros trucks and services in particular are a big step for Mercedes-Benz Trucks and for our customers towards carbon neutral transportation The Mercedes-Benz eActros electric truck is powered by two integrated electric motors paired to a two-speed transmission. Both electric motors are powered by three or four battery packs depending on the version purchased, each of which has a capacity of 105 kWh. See also: Daimler Truck reveals eActros LongHaul electric truck prototype with 500 km of range This means that the Mercedes-Benz eActros…

Tesla will reportedly cut employees by 10 percent and temporarily halt hiring new employees, Reuters reported on Saturday. That’s because Musk “has a really bad feeling” about the company’s economy. Tesla shares are down 9 percent in US trading, while the tech-based Nasdaq is down 2 percent. “Tesla will reduce 10 percent of its regular salaried employees, as it has become overstaffed in many areas. However, the number of hourly employees will increase,” Musk wrote in an email he sent to employees. See also: Elon Musk’s Tesla execs ultimatum: return to office or leave “Note, this doesn’t apply to anyone…

A few days ago we discussed the debut of the DeLorean Alpha5 electric car with the iconic gullwing doors. But not long after the car went viral on the internet, John DeLorean’s daughter, Kat DeLorean Seymour, made a post on Instagram showing that she and her family did not agree with the design used by DeLorean Alpha5. In his Instagram post, the son of the founder of the company said that the design used did not reflect the company founded by John DeLorean. “This is not my father’s legacy. Please stop lying and stop bringing up my father’s name,” DeLorean…

The design of the BMW CE 04 is very similar to the two previous concepts, namely the original Concept Link version in 2017 and the Definition CE 04 which was introduced in 2020. Overall the design has the characteristics of a maxi scooter. Highlighting the large front, stump-like seats and mud guard rear fender. The BMW CE 04 is equipped with an electric motor that produces 42 tk and 60 Nm of torque. Acceleration from 0-50 kph can be achieved in 2.6 seconds while the top speed is claimed to reach 120 kph. The power supply uses an 8.9 kWh…

Toyota recently introduced the Corolla Cross Hybrid which marks a new addition to the lineup for 2023. This latest car from Toyota itself is the first car to bring Toyota’s fifth-generation hybrid system which is claimed to be much more efficient than the previous generation. With an all-wheel-drive configuration, this hybrid car has a fuel consumption of 1 liter for 15 kilometers. The Corolla Cross Hybrid features an electric four-cylinder engine with an output of 194 hp, an increase of 25 hp over the standard non-hybrid model. This car itself can accelerate from 0-100 km in 8.0 seconds, one second…

The relationship between Porsche and electric supercar startup Rimac has deepened. This can be seen from the large round of investment injected into the Croatian startup. Porsche’s investment round reached 500 million US dollars. And interestingly, despite the huge investment, Porsche didn’t control the Rimac in the slightest. As reported by The Verge, Wednesday (1/6/2022), Porsche has for years been known to have a very intimate relationship with Rimac. See also: Rimac testing Nevera Electric Hypercar in extreme temperatures The German automaker has bought a stake in Rimac and retains a previously disclosed 20 percent equity stake in the company.…

UK battery manufacturer Britishvolt has invested more than £200 million to scale-up their battery production facility. Britishvolt is working with real estate logistics operator Prologis to scale-up a battery production facility in England’s West Midlands. The West Midlands region of England has been host to other battery heavyweights including the Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG), the Advanced Propulsion Centre, and the UK Center for Battery Industrialization. Britishvolt facility in the West Midlands is expected to open 150 new highly skilled and paid jobs “This is another important milestone for Britishvolt, UK plc and its world class automotive industry,” said Paul Franklin,…

Elon Musk says Saudi Aramco a company that is Tesla Inc’s main rival. The statement is surprising because Saudi Aramco is not an auto company like Tesla. In a recent tweet, Elon Musk said that only when Tesla’s market cap exceeds that of Saudi Aramco, only then does he see the future for his business and for the world. https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1529517129510289410 Elon Musk’s remarks show that he sees Tesla’s main rivals based on market capitalization, not type of business. That’s why, Tesla’s rival is not Volkswagen, a German car manufacturer that is now serious about making the EV (electric car) transition.…

Serial 1, a subsidiary of Harley Davidson, introduces the BASH/MTB electric mountain bike with a 529Wh li-ion battery and a center-mounted Brose electric motor. The BASH/MTB uses Michelin E-Wild tires and the SR Suntour NCX seat post, but this electric mountain bike runs without front and rear suspension. The BASH/MTB has the same frame as the MOSH/CTY, so walking on light off-road terrain is doable. But most riders won’t use the BASH/MTB in tougher off-road terrain. See also: Harley-Davidson’s Serial 1 e-bikes Get A Google Cloud connectivity And New App “No fussy suspension to tune, no finicky drivetrain to adjust—just…

The Mercedes-EQ Formula E team launched four electric bicycle models at once last Wednesday (25/5/2022), namely: Formula E, Silver Arrows, Silver Arrows Sport, and Championship Edition. Each bike is designed to serve the various mobility needs of riders. But for sure, each electric bike model gets an upgrade compared to the old model, with battery capacity increasing by up to 30%. All electric bike models launched incorporate Constant Variable Transmission (CVT) as standard in all but the Championship Edition models, which are single-speed. CVT technology allows the driver to perform manual gear shifts. Gear shifting is done seamlessly as needed.…

Tires are one of the most important elements of a land vehicle of any kind. And along with the times, many parties are trying to develop tire technology to be more sophisticated than before. One of the most well-known companies in this business is Goodyear, the company has even become one of the leaders in the development of tire technology. Goodyear basically has different types of tires with different functions. However, there is one type of tire that is currently quite popular, namely the airless tire where the tire does not require air pressure and has a hollow design. The…

Citroen Ami, a tiny electric vehicle made by a French automotive manufacturer, is becoming widely known in mainland Europe. Now, the product is entering the British and American markets. The debut of the Citroen Ami began in 2020. Until now, the car is increasingly being used in several mainland European countries as a mobility option. In fact, in some countries, the use of a small and special Citroen Ami for medium-distance mobility, does not require a permit from the authorities. Citroen Ami’s treatment is similar to that of a bicycle. This year, Citroen Ami is planned to enter the US…

Mercedes Benz has just unveiled its new business strategy which will divide the product lineup into several categories, such as high-end luxury cars, mid-range luxury cars, and entry-level luxury cars or affordable luxury cars. The German car manufacturer confirmed that the entry-level luxury car will consist of four models and will introduce a new platform and operating system. The new Mercedes Modular Architecture (MMA) platform will be introduced in 2024 and supports a quartet of vehicles, the first of which is an all-electric model. Currently, the Modular Front Architecture (MFA2) platform underpins the compact models in the Mercedes-Benz lineup, such…