Revel, the all-electric rideshare service based in New York, just celebrated its one millionth ride since the service rolled out in New York City just two years ago. Who was the lucky passenger to take that millionth ride? None other than New York Senator and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. Schumer took the opportunity to… Continue reading Clean Technica: Revel All-Electric Tesla Rideshare Service Passes One Million Rides, 300 EVs, 1000 Drivers002928
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Cleantechnica: Sweden’s EVs take 59.9% – BYD Atto 3 Bestseller 002927
Sweden’s July auto market saw plugin EVs take 59.9% share, up from 50.1% year on year. Full electrics grew share YoY, and plugin hybrids remained flat. Overall auto volume was 17,300 units, down 3% YoY. The BYD Atto 3 was the best selling vehicle of any single powertrain in July. Sweden’s EVs take 59.9% July’s… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Sweden’s EVs take 59.9% – BYD Atto 3 Bestseller 002927
Cleantechnica: The Rise & Rise of BYD in Australia — One Person’s Story 002926
Last month, sales of the BYD overtook the Tesla Model 3 to make it the second highest selling electric vehicle in Australia, behind the Tesla Model Y, of course. Driving on the roads in Brisbane, the BYD Atto 3 is making its presence felt. We see them wherever we go out. They are still outnumbered… Continue reading Cleantechnica: The Rise & Rise of BYD in Australia — One Person’s Story 002926
Clean Technica: Butts In Seats From Referrals Or Tesla Advertising — Why Not Both?002925
In this article, I cover the latest developments in Tesla’s constantly changing referral program, and how that fits in with the ongoing debate on how best to promote electric vehicles to the masses. A couple days ago, Tesla added yet another way for Tesla owners to earn Tesla credits (100 credits being worth about $6)… Continue reading Clean Technica: Butts In Seats From Referrals Or Tesla Advertising — Why Not Both?002925
Cleantechnica: No, You Won’t Be Flying In Hydrogen-Powered Passenger Planes 002924
Throwing Money At Hydrogen Aviation Won’t Make It Safe Or Sensible This week I had an excellent discussion related to hydrogen as an aviation fuel. A master’s thesis candidate assembled a panel of experts to enable her thesis, and I was delighted to participate as the acknowledged “It ain’t gonna fly” representative among a panel… Continue reading Cleantechnica: No, You Won’t Be Flying In Hydrogen-Powered Passenger Planes 002924
Clean Technica: Porsche Battery Factory For North America, Brandenburg Nixes Tesla Battery Factory For Now002923
A battery factory needs lots of electricity and water. Access to both at the lowest possible cost is the key to profitability. Subsidies, when available, are a big part of the equation as well. This week, those two factors have had a big impact on the battery factory plans of both Porsche and Tesla. Porsche… Continue reading Clean Technica: Porsche Battery Factory For North America, Brandenburg Nixes Tesla Battery Factory For Now002923
Clean Technica: Tesla Model 3 Seizes Italy’s BEV Market In June002922
Originally published on opportunity:energy. As we reach the midpoint of 2023, the Italian car market continues to experience a sustained rebound. With June’s figures confirming burgeoning growth for mild hybrids, plug-in vehicles have struggled to match figures seen elsewhere in Europe. Meanwhile, Tesla stays in a league of its own. Official statistics by UNRAE for… Continue reading Clean Technica: Tesla Model 3 Seizes Italy’s BEV Market In June002922
Cleantechnica: Have Tesla Solar? Have Tesla Car? Charge On Solar!002921
One of the greatest things about this new energy era is the ability to “drive on sunshine.” Anyone with solar panels on their roof and an electric car in their driveway likes to share with others that the solar energy they collect powers their electric car. However, the specifics of electricity flow can be slightly… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Have Tesla Solar? Have Tesla Car? Charge On Solar!002921
Cleantechnica: Tesla Offering $500 Powerwall Rebates 002920
Tesla has announced plans on its website to give a $500 rebate to Powerwall customers who install the device before October 31, 2023 (via CNET). Powerwall buyers can purchase the home battery system with or without Tesla’s solar panels or a solar roof, or with additional Powerwall units for extra rebates. “Customers who install and register their… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Tesla Offering $500 Powerwall Rebates 002920
Cleantechnica: Redwood Materials May Be Worth $5 Billion Already 002919
Battery recycling company and Tesla partner Redwood Materials is currently in discussion to raise as much as $700 million in funding. If all goes according to plan, the funding would put the company’s valuation at nearly $5 billion ahead of the company’s plans to construct a new factory in Nevada — though it isn’t yet a done… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Redwood Materials May Be Worth $5 Billion Already 002919