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The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 was designed to make a difference in the United States through cleantech production and widespread adoption. A new report has published the emissions and energy impacts of the IRA so far, and it's overall good news for the climate. The US will achieve economy-wide reductions 43–48% below 2005 levels by 2035, and sales of electric-powered vehicles will increase to 30-82%. The IRA was the most prominent piece of climate legislation, but it is only the beginning of progress. Check out the story for the link to the complete study in Science Journal.
Amazon is deploying 300 electric delivery vehicles (EDVs) for their company fleet in Germany; these vehicles are specially developed European versions of the Rivian 500. The German subsidiary already has 1,000 electric vans from other brands, and the new additions will help deliver more than 45 million packages using electric-powered transportation. The partnership between business giant and automaker was formed back in September 2019, when Amazon placed an order for 100,000 Rivian EDVs as part of its Climate Pledge goal to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2040.
At Noodoe, we believe great EV charging focuses on the user experience with flexible payment methods, reliable charging speed, and open availability. This week, the European Parliament adopted two new sets of rules that will improve the driver experience in the EU with a similar focus. The first set mandates minimum output speeds (400 kW) from personal vehicle chargers every 60 km by 2026. The second set requires simpler payments, with contactless devices and a full display of prices for all networks regardless of app use or subscription. Looking forward to more global regulations to match the growing number of electric-powered drivers!
One of the greatest misinformation traps about electric-powered vehicles is the myth of unsafe internal architecture. This has been around since the early years of EV adoption, even though EVs are safer with features like low center of gravity and larger crumple zones. Previously, EV Radar even shared a study on ICE vehicles "bursting into flame" more often than EV counterparts. Now, Audi’s entire range of electric SUVs received the Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) - the highest award. The IIHS safety rating system continues to raise requirements as technology advances, ensuring ultimate safety for drivers and pedestrians alike.
The first official international event of its kind, all types of electric vehicles are welcome to race over 170 miles. The event aims to raise awareness about many EV benefits, highlighting their versatility, performance, and eco-friendliness.
While not directly electric vehicle news, this latest discovery of a massive amount of high-grade phosphate rock could fulfill the demand for fertilizers, solar panels, and EV batteries over the next 100 years.
IVECO's eDaily has set a new Guinness World Record for towing over 338,550 lbs (153,563 kg). The electric light commercial van (LCV) has a "High Power" mode for heavier loads than the official tow capacity of 7,716 lbs (3500 kg).
Lamborghini CEO Stephen Winkelmann has announced the brand has sold out its run of fully gas-powered models, and all new vehicles will be electrified. The first all-electric vehicle may launch later this decade.
June ends and reports for the fiscal year can be finalized, and EV sales can officially be counted. Australia saw a 25% increase in EV sales compared to June 2022, and 8.8% of monthly sales were BEVs.
Mercedes-Benz is adopting the NACS port type for future EVs and charging networks. Until the port is installed in vehicles (starting in 2025), the automaker will provide adaptors for North American customers.
Canoo Technologies has delivered three crew transportation vehicles to NASA that look straight out of classic sci-fi. These vehicles will be used to transport astronauts from Kennedy Space Center to the launch pad.
Goodwood Festival of Speed was the hotspot for EV debuts this week, including the Polestar 3 (the automaker's first ESUV), Polestar 5, Hyundai's IOQNI 5, and Porsche's concept for the Vision 357 Speedster.
Tesla's Gigafactory in Shanghai just hit the milestone of producing 1 million Model Y crossovers. The facility is Tesla's primary vehicle export hub, shipping to countries including Thailand, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand.
The first road trip from the North Pole to the South Pole is ambitious enough, but this couple is making the journey in an EV! Learn more about this pair and follow their adventures in an enhanced AT39 Ariya truck.
Blue Bird Corp. debuted a new zero-emission school bus model at STN Expo West. The company aims to produce over five thousand electric school buses a year, aiding campuses toward futureproof transportation.
Tesla's Cybertruck holds great interest in the EV world; the launch is planned for later this year, but there is no official spec info yet. Enthusiasts estimate the base version's battery capacity will be around 120 kWh.