“The drive unit was put on a dyno and got to 600 BHP, then it overheated the dyno!” Well, then it’s probably powerful enough. Kit Lacey of eDub Services in the UK is proud of his work converting an iconic 1977 Porsche 911. Some will call it sacrilege, but hey, the customer sold the original… Continue reading Clean Technica: Converting This 1977 Porsche 911 To Electric Yields 600 BHP From Tesla Motor002098
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Clean Technica: Germany Plugin EV Share Grows, Fiat 500e Bestseller, Grimm Warnings002097
Europe’s largest auto market, Germany, saw plugin electric vehicles take 26.0% market share in June, up from 23.6% YoY. Overall auto volumes were down 18% YoY, to 224,558 units, the lowest June in 25 years (except 2020). The Fiat 500e was Germany’s best selling full electric in June. June’s combined plugin share of 26.0% comprised… Continue reading Clean Technica: Germany Plugin EV Share Grows, Fiat 500e Bestseller, Grimm Warnings002097
Clean Technica: Have Electric Vehicles Reached Parity With Their ICE Counterparts?002096
Transportation is currently the largest source of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the US, and transportation sector electrification is widely recognized as one of the best strategies for significantly reducing these emissions. Mass electric vehicle (EV) adoption will accelerate when price parity with internal combustion engine (ICE) older siblings occurs. How close are EVs to… Continue reading Clean Technica: Have Electric Vehicles Reached Parity With Their ICE Counterparts?002096
Clean Technica: Impressions Of The Tesla Model Y With 4680 Battery Cells002095
When Tesla unveiled its 4680 battery cells at the Battery Day event in 2020, the company announced a new, tab-less 4680 cell form factor which would increase energy density, maintain similar thermal characteristics of smaller cells, improve the power-to-weight ratio, streamline manufacturing, and lower cost. At the Giga Texas opening ceremony, Tesla did not share… Continue reading Clean Technica: Impressions Of The Tesla Model Y With 4680 Battery Cells002095
Clean Tecnica: Helios Brewing Company — Sunshine in a Can With Solar 002094
Helios Brewing Company takes its environmentally friendly credentials seriously. Not only is the beer brewed using solar power, but deliveries are made by a solar-powered electric Minicab MiEV and the bar is aesthetically crafted from recycled timber. Photo by Majella Waterworth” data-image-caption=”Even the bar is environmentally sustainable” data-medium-file=”https://cleantechnica.com/files/2022/07/recycled-timbers-in-bar-e1657165072392-400×200.jpg” data-large-file=”https://cleantechnica.com/files/2022/07/recycled-timbers-in-bar-e1657165072392-800×400.jpg” loading=”lazy” class=”wp-image-270838 size-large” src=”https://cleantechnica.com/files/2022/07/recycled-timbers-in-bar-e1657165072392-800×400.jpg” alt=”Helios Brewing… Continue reading Clean Tecnica: Helios Brewing Company — Sunshine in a Can With Solar 002094
Cleantechnica: Tesla Wins American-Made Index with 4 of 10 Most American-Made Cars 002093
With U.S. Independence Day occurring this week, it’s only fitting for auto fans to wish the U.S. a happy birthday by noting the most American-made vehicles. And being that Tesla’s electric vehicles account for so many of the country’s top 10 most American-made vehicles, it’s especially worth celebrating for fans of the U.S. automaker. A new… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Tesla Wins American-Made Index with 4 of 10 Most American-Made Cars 002093
Cleantechnica: UK Plug In EV Share At 22%, Tesla Model Y Overall Runner Up 002092
June saw plugin electric vehicles take 21.6% market share in the UK, up from 17.2% YoY. This despite a temporary availability shortfall, stemming from pauses at Tesla Shanghai. Overall auto volumes were at 140,958 units, the weakest June since 1996. The Tesla Model Y was the best selling plugin in June, and the 2nd best… Continue reading Cleantechnica: UK Plug In EV Share At 22%, Tesla Model Y Overall Runner Up 002092
Clean Tecnica: Connected Cars, The Supreme Court, & The Surveillance Society 002091
The decision by the US Supreme Court last week to overturn Roe vs Wade has ignited a blistering debate. America’s religious fundamentalists are giddy with joy that they have, at long last, been successful at regulating the uterus of every woman in the country. Those who think a woman’s body is not the proper subject… Continue reading Clean Tecnica: Connected Cars, The Supreme Court, & The Surveillance Society 002091
Cleantechnica: Inflation, Tesla Prices, Tesla Demand, & The Future Of Tesla 002089
As inflationary pressure has hit raw materials over the past few months, the auto industry has struggled to keep investors and consumers both happy. Electric vehicle maker Tesla hasn’t been immune to the effects of inflation either, and how it’s faring against other automakers is still yet to be determined. The U.S. consumer price index for… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Inflation, Tesla Prices, Tesla Demand, & The Future Of Tesla 002089
Clean Technica: When Will Tesla Produce A Functional Humanoid Robot?002088
After postponing Tesla’s upcoming AI Day from August 19 to September 30, CEO Elon Musk chimed in saying the company could have a working humanoid sooner than planned. Dubbed “Optimus,” the upcoming humanoid robot was revealed at last year’s AI Day, and the first prototype could enter the world stage in a matter of months.… Continue reading Clean Technica: When Will Tesla Produce A Functional Humanoid Robot?002088