The UN Plans to Commence Deep-Sea Mining Operations this Summer
Companies interested in mining the ocean floor can now submit applications to the International Seabed Authority starting in July, following approval of the controversial practice despite significant pushback.
EV charging network added to Shell gas station offerings
Recently, Shell acquired Volta Charging, an electric car charging network, for a whopping $169 million.
New York to build hybrid-electric ferry
The mayor of New York City has announced the city's first public ferry that will be hybrid electric, which will be operating in the New York Harbor.
The top 10 long range EVs for your next roadtrip are here
Many electric cars have a limited driving range before needing to be recharged, which can lead to anxiety for drivers who fear they may run out of energy before reaching their destination.
Electric cars? Nah, we want more electric bikes
The EBIKE act launched two years ago, had proposed giving Americans a $1500 price tag reduction on a brand new Ebike.
Blame the Feds for lack of charging stations at interstate rest stops
Many are still vying for charging stations at interstate rest stops, despite the 1956 Federal-Aid Highway Act.
Tesla wins $330 million in tax breaks from Nevada
Additionally, the approval of a sprawling Tesla vehicle battery facility east of Reno will include the construction of a long-awaited electric semi-truck factory.
Oregon temporarily suspends EV rebates due to money running out
Too many people are applying to the program which would provide rebates for buying or leasing an electric vehicle, according to The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality.
January 2023 boasted a 10% increase in EV sales globally
Despite subsidies evaporating in China and fewer incentives available for EV owners in Europe, there has been a slight jump in sales early in the year.
Electric school buses are trending, with good reason
Electric school buses are trending, and most of the community is on board with the switch.
North America’s biggest machinery conference unveils new EV power
On March 14-18, Las Vegas held the industry’s largest trade conference, this was the first meeting since the pandemic in 2020.
Private sector investments = better EV charging network
J.D. Powers announced that their studies have shown there was a rise in charging stations not being used and ultimately failing in the last couple of years.
Europe says electric vehicles are proving to be too expensive for the middle class
Europe has slowed production of lithium-powered cars, their production this year is expected to be over a million cars less than the original estimate.
Italy and Germany team up to change EU’s combustion engine ban
Germany, Italy, and some other small eastern European countries have formed an alliance in order to voice opposition to Europe’s ban on combustion engines.
Lithium-ion batteries need global collaboration
Transportation of Lithium-ion batteries is a challenge for even the most seasoned logistics company.
Mississippi bans EV company-owned stores
Ignoring calls from fellow republicans to veto the bill, state governor Tate Reeves signed into law House Bill 401.
The EV market declines 14% in January of 2023
Automakers are struggling to keep up with the pandemic supply chain issues and lack of demand as subsidies and tax credits evaporate and dampen consumer sentiment.
German automotive giant Volkswagen unveils $193 billion investment plan for EVs
Meant to be spread out over five years, the plan to invest nearly $200 billion in the electrification transition comes on the heels of a 13% increase in operating profit year-over-year.
China’s global chip combination will weaken as South Korea pivots toward Japan & US
South Korea is aligning with the United States and Japan, which could lead to greater cooperation and coordination among these countries in the development and production of advanced semiconductor technologies.
U.S. - EU working on preliminary EV mineral agreement
In the race to fully transition to green energy, investments are rampant on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean to integrate electric vehicles and other sources of clean energy.