U.S. Battery Capacity Increased 66% in 2024

Credit to Author: US Energy Information Administration| Date: Thu, 13 Mar 2025 03:17:24 +0000

In the United States, cumulative utility-scale battery storage capacity exceeded 26 gigawatts (GW) in 2024, according to our January 2025 Preliminary Monthly Electric Generator Inventory. Generators added 10.4 GW of new battery storage capacity in 2024, the second-largest generating capacity addition after solar. Even though battery storage capacity is growing fast, … [continued]

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VinFast Ships 2,500 Electric Vehicles to Indonesia

Credit to Author: Raymond Tribdino| Date: Thu, 13 Mar 2025 03:07:26 +0000

As this article is being written, VinFast’s dedicated cargo ship, the Silver Queen, has docked at the Jakarta port and is unloading 2,500 VinFast electric vehicles. The shipment departed MPC Port in Haiphong, Vietnam, coming from VinFast’s assembly plant nearby. The Silver Queen is the same ship that brought the … [continued]

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Musk Wants To Double Tesla Production In US While Analysts Predict Lower Numbers

Credit to Author: Steve Hanley| Date: Thu, 13 Mar 2025 02:57:23 +0000

Elon Musk says he wants to double Tesla production in the US but there is a problem — first you need customers who want to buy them.

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Can Thailand Lead ASEAN in EV Adoption?

Credit to Author: Raymond Tribdino| Date: Thu, 13 Mar 2025 02:42:36 +0000

The “Detroit of the ASEAN” is now ahead of the EV race and is creating a wave of catch-uppers As I was reading the white paper (yes, printed on paper) “Thailand’s EV Powerhouse: Leading the Charge in EV Revolution in a Challenging SEA Automotive Market,” the simple conclusion was, if … [continued]

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94% of EV Owners Likely to Consider Purchasing Another One

Credit to Author: Zachary Shahan| Date: Thu, 13 Mar 2025 02:16:05 +0000

Electric vehicles are just better. It’s hard to say this or explain this to people who don’t have EVs without coming across as patronizing or a fanatic or something. But it’s true. They drive nicer, they’re more convenient if you have home or even just workplace charging, they typically have … [continued]

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Why Hydrogen Electric Bus Programs Totally Confuse Me

Credit to Author: Zachary Shahan| Date: Wed, 12 Mar 2025 21:33:57 +0000

Almost 12 years ago, in 2013, I was in Barcelona for an EV conference, EVS 27. As part of the conference, we got to go on a little “field trip” with the local transit agency on a BYD electric bus. Out in some sprinkling rain with a group of other … [continued]

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Toyota EVs Tromp On Tesla’s Toes In Europe

Credit to Author: Tina Casey| Date: Wed, 12 Mar 2025 20:50:25 +0000

More Toyota EVs are coming to Europe, and eventually the US, with the all electric C-HR+ compact crossover SUV leading the way.

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Hot Deal: Get The Yadea Innovator Foldable E-Bike For Just $625!

Credit to Author: GearTechnica| Date: Wed, 12 Mar 2025 18:45:50 +0000

Electric bikes have transformed urban commuting, offering a cost-effective, eco-friendly, and convenient way to navigate city streets. Among the many e-bikes available, the Yadea Innovator foldable e-bike stands out as an exceptional choice for city dwellers and travelers. With its one-piece magnesium frame, powerful mid-drive motor, and compact folding design, … [continued]

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Debunking The Myth: Hydrogen Fuel Cells Aren’t More Efficient Than Alternatives

Credit to Author: Michael Barnard| Date: Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:54:38 +0000

Hydrogen is often promoted as a clean and efficient energy carrier, but its real-world efficiency is frequently overstated. Proponents of hydrogen fuel cells highlight their conversion efficiencies of 50–60%, comparing them favorably to internal combustion engines (ICEs). However, this selective framing ignores the full energy pathway, from hydrogen production to … [continued]

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25 New Electric School Buses Unveiled At Compton, California School District

Credit to Author: Jake Richardson| Date: Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:35:46 +0000

 A couple of weeks ago, the Compton Unified School District and Durham School Services announced the unveiling of a new fleet of 25 electric school buses. Some of the best sustainable transportation stories are the ones about diesel and gas buses being replaced by fully electric ones. Diesel and gas … [continued]

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