Last April, I made the decision to end my relationship with my gas company, SoCalGas. Their opposition to clean energy while continuing to emit carbon pollution was a dealbreaker for me. As an academic focused on advancing clean energy, it felt hypocritical to support them financially. Breaking up with them proved to be a complex …
Carlos Tavares, the CEO of Stellantis, acknowledges the challenging landscape that the company faces. With the competition from Chinese automakers offering cars that are 25% cheaper and the requirement of investing billions in electrification, Stellantis finds itself in a brutal scenario. These Chinese carmakers have set their sights on European markets, including the UK, with …
Jonathan Fong, an expert from the Association of British Insurers, acknowledges the need to address various concerns in the insurance and vehicle repair supply chains when implementing new technologies. In response, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero highlights its commitment to investing in innovation, research, and collaboration with insurers and manufacturers to enhance …
Texans across the state are experiencing what can be described as “grid anxiety” following the devastating winter storms that crippled the state’s power grid in February 2021. The failure of the energy infrastructure during that time has highlighted the need for improvements and better preparedness. Now, with record-breaking heat engulfing the region, conversations about the …
The ability to remotely surveil cars is made possible by the presence of “cellular modules.” These small components are found in various modern devices, including cars, smart meters, computers, electric vehicle chargers, and white goods. They allow for internet connectivity, enabling the transmission of large amounts of data about their surroundings. These modules serve the …
The most recent data from the SMMT also reveals an impressive 29% increase in car sales across the board, largely driven by the easing of global parts shortages. However, the number of cars sold so far this year, which stands at 1.1 million, is still significantly lower than the 1.4 million sold during the same …
Hanon Systems, a renowned auto parts manufacturer from South Korea, has exciting plans to invest a staggering amount of $170 million to establish a cutting-edge factory in Tennessee. This strategic move by Hanon Systems aims to capitalize on the growing demand for thermal solutions in the electric vehicle (EV) industry. The factory will cater to …
In the luxury automotive sector, Bentley issued a warning last week that it may no longer experience the same level of success it had in the post-Covid era. The company stated that it is unlikely to repeat last year’s record-breaking earnings due to a decline in orders during the first half of the year. Deliveries …
US auto safety regulators have announced that they are initiating an investigation into approximately 280,000 newly manufactured Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. This decision was made in response to 12 complaints received by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration from owners of 2023 Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The nature of …
Electric vehicle owners have reason to rejoice as seven major automakers are collaborating to bring an influx of DC fast chargers to North America. This ambitious initiative comes at a hefty price tag of over $1 billion. At present, there are 32,000 publicly available DC fast chargers in the US, also known as Level 3 …