Tag: Volvo

The Electrifying Divide in Battery Chemistries for Construction EVs

BOSTON, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The success of electric vehicles in the construction industry will largely be determined by battery prices being low enough that the total cost of ownership is cheaper than diesel alternatives. IDTechEx’s new report, “Electric Vehicles in Construction 2023-2043“, shows that there is a battery price tipping point, under which it… Continue reading The Electrifying Divide in Battery Chemistries for Construction EVs

Clean Technica: World EV Sales Now 16% Of World Auto Sales002870

Global plugin vehicle registrations were up 50% in May 2023 compared to May 2022, rising to 1,057,00 units. In the end, plugins represented 16% share of the overall auto market (11% BEV share alone). This means that the global automotive market is firm in the Electric Disruption Zone. Year to date, plugin electric vehicle market… Continue reading Clean Technica: World EV Sales Now 16% Of World Auto Sales002870

Cleantechnica: Tesla Model Y Rules Supreme In Europe (Europe EV Sales Report)002867

Tesla continues to be the best selling brand in Europe, but Volkswagen is recovering Some 253,000 plugin vehicles were registered in May in Europe — which is +38% year over year (YoY). Unfortunately, the overall market also grew fast, +18%, surpassing 1 million sales. It is finally recovering from a couple of bad years. Last… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Tesla Model Y Rules Supreme In Europe (Europe EV Sales Report)002867

Volvo Cars to use renewable fuels for ocean freight, slash fossil CO2 emissions by 84 percent

Volvo Cars has become the first global carmaker to make the switchover to using renewable fuels for transporting its cars and production material in shipping carriers. The company has been working on this initiative together with its logistics service partners Maersk, Kuehne+Nagel and DB Schenker, which have from June 1, 2023 switched to renewable fuel for… Continue reading Volvo Cars to use renewable fuels for ocean freight, slash fossil CO2 emissions by 84 percent

Volvo Cars to use renewable fuels for ocean freight, slash fossil CO2 emissions by 84 percent

Volvo Cars has become the first global carmaker to make the switchover to using renewable fuels for transporting its cars and production material in shipping carriers. The company has been working on this initiative together with its logistics service partners Maersk, Kuehne+Nagel and DB Schenker, which have from June 1, 2023 switched to renewable fuel for… Continue reading Volvo Cars to use renewable fuels for ocean freight, slash fossil CO2 emissions by 84 percent

Clean Technica: EVs take 59.2% In Sweden – Tesla Model Y Overall Bestseller002865

Sweden’s June auto market saw plugin EVs take 59.2% share, up from 55.1% year on year. Full electrics grew share at a decent rate, while plugin hybrids retreated slightly. Overall auto volume was 28,283 units, up some  9% YoY, though still below pre-2020 norms. The Tesla Model Y was June’s bestselling vehicle. EVs take 59.2%… Continue reading Clean Technica: EVs take 59.2% In Sweden – Tesla Model Y Overall Bestseller002865

The speed limits: When Goodyear built the fastest tire in the world

Throughout its 125-year history, Goodyear has always been driven by technological innovation. Once such feat is Goodyear’s pride in being the developer of the ‘fastest tire in the world’ – a statement that holds true in multiple capacities. On October 23, 1970, a benchmark was set in the field of automotive technology when the rocket… Continue reading The speed limits: When Goodyear built the fastest tire in the world

New Fiat 600 EV brings 249-mile range for £37k

Fiat will again battle in the highly profitable crossover segment with this, the new 600 – an electric successor to the 500X to take on the Kia Niro EV and the upcoming Volvo EX30. Sharing much of its Jeep Avenger sibling’s underpinnings, the Italian sits on the e-CMP2 platform, draws power from a 54kWh (51kWh usable)… Continue reading New Fiat 600 EV brings 249-mile range for £37k