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Join Ray Stevens, DriveChicago.com General Manager Mark Bilek and Chicago Auto Show Senior Marketing Director Jim OBrill as they review the all-electric Volkswagen ID.Buzz, talk with Cars.com about the best in automotive retail and take a quick spin in the GMC Hummer EV with Tim Healey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we cover the latest automotive news and updates across the industry. The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer see price cuts of $3,000–$7,000 depending on the trim, with new standard features like adaptive cruise control, active lane keep assist, and upgraded wheels, while the Grand Wagoneer gains a power boost to 540 horsepower. The 2025 Ford Bronco introduces a new base model starting under $40,000, now featuring a 12-inch digital gauge cluster and rear climate vents as standard across all trims. Meanwhile, Mitsubishi has bought back shares from Nissan, reducing Nissan's stake in the company, though both brands plan to continue collaborating. Over at Chevrolet, the 2025 Silverado EV RST adds the innovative “Sidewinder” driving mode, allowing diagonal movement similar to the GMC Hummer EV. Dodge surprises with the gas-powered Charger Sixpack, featuring a twin-turbo inline-six engine and an earlier-than-expected mid-2025 release. In racing news, GM officially joins Formula 1 under the Cadillac name starting in 2026, with plans to develop in-house power units by the decade's end. Finally, Chrysler announces an all-electric Pacifica, launching after a redesign expected in 2026.   Stay tuned for all the details on these exciting updates and what's next in the automotive world!

En esta emisión de Autos y Más, arrancamos platicando de GMC Hummer Ev totalmente eléctrica, también hablamos de la plataforma de Geely Go para usuarios y en la recta final comentamos la nueva gama 2025 que presenta FIAT. Autos y más ahora está en todos lados, en la radio, en la tv, en el podcast y en todas las redes sociales. No dejes de escuchar la transmisión en vivo porque tendremos muchos regalos, recuerda sintonizar de lunes a viernes de 8 a 9 pm y sábados de 10 am a 12 pm por tu estación favorita MVS Noticias en el 102.5 de tu FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shoot us a Text.Donald Trump's return to the White House could disrupt the auto industry's EV ambitions. Plus, Elon Musk's advisory role with the new administration and his plans for autonomous tech. And, IKEA opens its first stand-alone restaurant in London.Show Notes with links:Former President Donald Trump has won the 2024 election, and his return could lead to major shifts for the auto industry, especially around electric vehicle (EV) policies, trade, and incentives. Here's what might be in limbo for automakers:EV Regulations: Trump may roll back aggressive EV mandates set under Biden, reducing pressure on automakers to hit strict electrification targets.Tax Credits: Biden-era EV tax credits could be at risk, impacting demand and profitability for manufacturers deeply invested in electric tech.California's Emission Standards: Trump might revoke California's right to set its own emissions standards, affecting states that follow its lead.Trade Policies: Trump may tighten restrictions on Chinese vehicle parts, intending to boost domestic production but likely increasing vehicle costs.The Elon factor: Here's how Musk's involvement could shape auto policies and beyond:Trump has proposed forming a government efficiency committee led by Musk, aiming to cut $2 trillion from the federal budget. Musk has already expressed his interest in reducing government spending by 30%.Musk advocates for a unified federal approval process for autonomous vehicles, reducing state-by-state regulatory inconsistencies. He commented, “If there is a department of government efficiency, I'll try to make that happen.”While Trump is generally less favorable toward EV mandates, analysts speculate that Musk's influence may push for selective pro-EV policies that align with Tesla's interests.Musk, a long-time proponent of U.S.-based manufacturing, may support Trump's trade stance on limiting Chinese parts imports, which could impact supply chains and costs for EV makers.Tesla stocks spiked 15% following the election, underscoring investor optimism over Musk's potential influence in the new administration.General Motors has claimed the number two spot in EV sales in the U.S. for Q3 2024, with 32,000 EVs sold across multiple brands. Ford, however, disputes GM's approach to these numbers.GM's EV lineup includes the Chevy Silverado, Blazer, Equinox EVs, GMC Hummer EV, and Cadillac Lyriq, all on the Ultium platform.GM has sold 370,000 EVs in North America since 2016, with 300,000 of those in the U.S. Tesla remains far ahead, with over 5 million units sold globally since 2008.Ford argues it's still the “No. 2 best-selling EV brand,” claiming GM's figures count all brands together, altering the comparison.From Reddit polls to repeat diners, IKEA's food offerings are beloved, with many customers visiting the store just for the food which is why IKEA's first stand-alone restaurant next to its Hammersmith store in London marks a fresh chapter for the brand, leveraging its famous Swedish Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

Rising from the ashes of the defunct Hummer brand, the team at GMC gave the oversized off-roader a new lease on life as a model in its lineup. Leaning into Hummer's legacy, this GMC Hummer is appropriately large and carries a hefty price tag. Unlike its stand-alone predecessor, the reborn GMC Hummer showcased GM's massive Ultium battery-electric platform and previewed the rollout of the company's larger battery-electric offerings. Packing a 205 kWh battery pack underneath its shell. This large battery pack feeds either two or three electric motors, depending on how your rig is configured. In top trim, GMC says the Hummer EV throws 1,000 hp and over 1,200 lv-ft of torque toward the wheels. This potent power unit can shuffle this nearly five-ton pickup truck to 60 mph in an astounding 3.3 seconds.  On this episode of Quick Spin, Autoweek's Mark Vaughn climbs behind the wheel of a 2024 GMC Hummer EV Pickup and puts it through its paces. Vaughn takes you on a guided tour of the GMC Hummer EV and highlights some of his favorite features and what it's like to experience in person. Later in the show, Vaughn takes you along for a live drive review. Adding to these segments, Vaughn chats with host Wesley Wren about the reborn Hummer brand, using the Hummer EV pickup as a pickup, and more. Closing the show, the pair try to wrap their heads around this massive EV.

In this episode we talk to Scott McLane, the Lead Development Engineer for the 2024 GMC Hummer EV SUV, at Moab, Utah, where he and his team worked to develop the off-road capability of the 2024 GMC Hummer EV SUV.

In today's Slow Baja Podcast, we discuss the future of Overlanding with Lance Gillies, the Founder and CEO of EarthCruiser Overland Vehicles. We recorded our conversation at the Chicago Auto Show while sitting inside the new EV Hummer EarthCruiser Upfit built by EarthCruiser Innovation.  ECI is a new division of EarthCruiser that draws from decades of Overlanding experience, bringing together people and resources to nurture a culture of innovation. Their first project was collaborating with GMC to design and build an upfit solution for the all-electric GMC HUMMER EV. The future of Overlanding is here. I've seen it and sat in it. Enjoy our discussion about its past, present, and robust future on today's Slow Baja. “EarthCruiser is a company of designers, engineers, technicians, and, most of all, adventurers with millions of miles of collective, real-world Overlanding experience. With its EarthCruiser EXP, FX, and EC Terranova models, EarthCruiser designs and manufactures the ultimate self-contained, 4×4 off-road, world exploration vehicles in Bend, Oregon.” Learn more about EarthCruiser: https://earthcruiser.com/ Get your Baja insurance here:  https://www.bajabound.com/quote/?r=fl9vypdv2t More information on Slow Baja Adventures: https://www.slowbaja.com/adventures

It's a great Tuesday to get some people on the road as we talk about Ford's recent cuts to F150 Lighting prices. We also talk about GM selling all the cars they are making, as well as a new solution to solve 2 energy problems at once. The EV pricing wars are heating up as Ford Motor Co. has cut prices for its F-150 Lightning electric pickup trucks between $6,000 to $10,000, depending on the model. Marin Gjaja, the chief customer officer for Ford's EV unit, explained the price reductions are due to lower material costs and higher production capacityThe cheapest Lightning model, the commercial-focused Pro trim, will now start at $51,990, still 25% more expensive than at launch in April 2022. The highest-priced trim, the extended-range Platinum model, has been reduced by $6,079 to $93,990Ford is also adding an additional $1000 discount for customers ordering a truck before the end of JulyThe $7500 federal tax credit also applies to trucks under $80k meaning the entry level truck with all current discounts and credits costs: $43,490Ford CEO Jim Farley has previously cautioned against aggressive price cuts, arguing they can damage the resale value of vehicles and disappoint customers who purchased at higher prices.According to Rory Harvey, GM's North America president, the company has strong demand and is having some trouble delivering units to Dealers fast enough. At a Lansing, Michigan event, Harvey said, "At this particular point in time, we could just about sell every product that we can build."He partially credits the management of demand to the fact that "GM very strongly continues to have discipline in terms of incentives…”As far as challenges go, transporting vehicles from the plant to the dealerships by truck or rail is slower than they would like.When it comes to EV sales, Harvey declined to directly attribute the lower-than-expected sales of GM's newest electric vehicles, the GMC Hummer EV and Cadillac Lyriq, to issues with Ultium batteries, a potential bottleneck in production. GM sold 1,348 Lyriqs and 47 Hummers in the second quarter however Harvey predicts a significant increase in the second half of the yearOne California company in Lancaster, California, is giving new life to used EV batteries to store solar power, tackling two key issues in renewable energy: evening supply and battery disposal.B2U Storage Solutions is using retired EV batteries that still retain 60% to 70% of their original charge capacity to connect to a series of solar panels and then sells the solar power back to the grid during peak demand periods in the evening.Their site includes dozens of trailers full of the used EV batteries which can  store solar power for five to six years before being recycled.Supply is the primary constraint but is obviously expected to increase as EV adoption growsThe company is currently profitable.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email ASOTU Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/automotivestateoftheunion

Happy Tuesday, troublemakers! Today we're covering Toyota's ramp-up of hydrogen fuel cells, the trouble with EV supply and demand, and the surprising rise of Threads.Toyota has been taking a measured approach to the future of automobiles, and is now investing in hydrogen fuel cell systems. Beginning in December, Toyota will start producing hydrogen fuel cell drivetrains in the US for the first time, all while developing a next-gen system.The Georgetown, KY plant will get a hydrogen dedicated line producing fuel cell modules for heavy duty trucks, with a goal of 200,000 commercial and passenger vehicles by… the year 2030.Trucking could be a breakthrough for hydrogen, as trucks run on established routes, and can guarantee business for costly hydrogen stations, creating a future network for passenger vehicles.In May, Toyota agreed with Daimler Truck Holding to merge Toyota's Hino subsidiary with Daimler's Mitsubishi Fuso truck unit.Producing 10,000 units a month is what Toyota needs to break even, according to Chief Technology Officer Hiroki Nakajima. He also said “Once we hit a tipping point, there will be explosive expansion.”In 2026, the Japanese automaker will introduce a new system that reduces the cost of the fuel stack by 50%, improves cruising range by 20% and will make the engine twice as durable as a diesel.The system will scale to fit all types of vehicles.Even though automakers have been scaling their EV output to challenge Tesla, there's one little problem: not enough buyers. According to Cox Automotive, the nationwide supply of EVs in stock has swelled nearly 350% this year, roughly 3 month's worth of supply.EV sales are expected to surpass 1 million units in 2023, about 6.5% of the auto market.Some notable brands with higher inventories:Genesis sold only 18 of its G80 sedans in June, with 210 in stock (a 350 day supply)Audi's Q4 and Q8, and the GMC Hummer EV all have inventories above 100 days and aren't eligible for federal tax credits.Imported models from Kia, Hyundai and Nissan are stacking up because they aren't eligible either.The once hot Ford Mach E has cooled to a 117 day supply.On the other end of the spectrum, hybrids have a lower inventory, with 44 days industrywide. Toyota's Prius and RAV4 are under 30 days.Instagram's new Threads app has reached 100 million users, even though it's only been out for a week.Mark Zuckerberg said the launch has been “way beyond our expectations. [It's] mostly organic demand and we haven't turned on many promotions yet.”Instagram head Adam Mosseri credited the team behind Threads. “We know this is a race to the starting line. They say ‘make it work, make it great, make it grow.' Well, we certainly did things out of order, but I promise we will make this thing great.”As of last Thursday, the platform had over 95 million posts and 190 million likes.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email ASOTU Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/automotivestateoftheunion

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Best ESG Stocks to Buy for 2023 includes these articles: “Top 5 Picks for the Best ESG Stocks to Buy In 2023 by industryleadersmagazine.com,”; “12 Best Software Infrastructure Stocks to Buy,” by Fahad Saleem; “Best Green Stocks to Invest In,” by Yarka; “Top 10 Renewable Energy Companies,” by Lucy Buchholz; and references to several more articles. Transcript & Links, Episode 107, June 2, 2023 Hello, Ron Robins here. So, welcome to my podcast episode 107 titled “Best ESG Stocks to Buy for 2023.” It's presented by Investing for the Soul. Investingforthesoul.com is your site for vital global ethical and sustainable investing mentoring, news, commentary, information, and resources. And look at my newly totally revised website at investingforthesoul.com! So, remember that you can find a full transcript, and links to content – including stock symbols and bonus material – on this episode's podcast page located at investingforthesoul.com/podcasts. Now if any terms are unfamiliar to you, simply Google them. Also, a reminder. I do not evaluate any of the stocks or funds mentioned in these podcasts, nor do I receive any compensation from anyone covered in these podcasts. Furthermore, I will reveal to you any personal investments I have in the investments mentioned herein. Additionally, quotes about individual companies are brief so that I can get as many companies covered as possible in the time allowed. Please go to this podcast's webpage for links to the actual articles for more company and stock information. Also, some companies might be covered more than once and there are also ? article links below that time didn't allow me to review them here. ------------------------------------------------------------- 1) Best ESG Stocks to Buy for 2023 I'm starting this podcast with this article titled Top 5 Picks for the Best ESG Stocks to Buy In 2023: Sustainable Investment Funds. It's by and found on industryleadersmagazine.com. Here are their picks with some quotes on each of them. “1. Verisk Analytics Inc. (VRSK) Has a very clear ESG policy that has previously helped it achieve the 3rd rank out of 100 companies. The company caters data and risk management solutions to the financial industry. Analysts believe that Verisk Analytics dominates a monopoly in the property and casualty insurance market.  2. Microsoft Corporation (MFST) The largest and most popular software company in the world, Microsoft Corporation has a variety of segments in cloud computing, digital infrastructure, and personal computing. The company has committed to transforming into carbon-negative by 2030. 3. Adobe (ADBE) Adobe has been a dominant player in digital content creation, software, publishing, and cloud storage with its flagship Photoshop software. Marketing analytics tools for business and subscriptions to premium Adobe software make for a brimming multi-billion revenue stream… With a global gender pay parity, Adobe's half income is owed to renewable sources with goals of 100 percent attainment by 2035.  3. Nvidia Corporation (NVDA) Nvidia manufactures graphics processing units (GPUs) for the gaming sector. The company is positioned at strongholds in supercomputers (AI), autonomous cars, and gaming. This is one of the best ESG companies to invest in.  4. JB Hunt Transport Services Inc. (JBHT) … primarily operates in the trucking and rail carrier segments of the United States… JB Hunt has been increasing its dividend payments in recent years.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- 2) Best ESG Stocks to Buy for 2023 Now an article in a segment that most ethical and sustainable investors would consider. The article is titled 12 Best Software Infrastructure Stocks to Buy, by Fahad Saleem, and found on finance.yahoo.com. Here are some quotes by Mr. Saleem on each of his picks. “12. Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company (NYSE:HPE) Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 37 Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company provides software-define infrastructure (SDI) solutions for businesses to help them manage their networking, storage, automation, and overall software development and deployment. 11. Zscaler, Inc. (NASDAQ:ZS) Hedge Fund Holders: 38 Zscaler focuses on the security side of software infrastructure since it's primarily a Cloud security company. It's known for its Cloud infrastructure modernization solution called The Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange. Zscaler also provides Infrastructure as Code services to provide Cloud security. 10. Splunk Inc. (NASDAQ:SPLK) Hedge Fund Holders: 49 Splunk Inc. is known for its infrastructure monitoring solutions that help businesses see their systems' backend in real time, detect and resolve solutions. 9. International Business Machines Corp. (NYSE:IBM) Hedge Fund Holders: 49 IBM is the biggest provider of Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) solutions. IBM provides consultancy and deployment solutions related to Cloud infrastructure, storage, networking, AI infrastructure deployment, among other services. 8. Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSCO) Hedge Fund Holders: 61 Cisco Systems provides various solutions for software infrastructure related to virtualization, networking, data centers, performance optimization and more. It is one of the oldest and strongest players in the industry. 7. Oracle Corporation (NASDAQ:ORCL) Hedge Fund Holders: 67 Oracle Corporation is a one-stop shop for software infrastructure solutions and services. The Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) provides complete solutions for Cloud deployment, including services related to servers, storage, network, applications and services. 6. VMware, Inc. (NYSE:VMW) Hedge Fund Holders: 68 VMware provides various solutions for software infrastructure deployment and management, including desktop hypervisor solutions, Cloud infrastructure solutions for Azure, AWS and other Cloud platforms, Cloud automation and more. 5. CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CRWD) Hedge Fund Holders: 72 Cybersecurity and Cloud services company CrowdStrike Holdings provides Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud infrastructure and infrastructure monitoring services. IaC includes automating infrastructure provisioning, deployment, configuration, and management, orchestrating infrastructure components, configuring and monitoring all systems. 4. Palo Alto Networks Inc. (NYSE:PANW) Hedge Fund Holders: 87 Palo Alto Networks provides Cloud security services that help businesses protect their software infrastructure. Palo Alto Networks Inc.'s Cloud NGFW solutions allows easy deployment of firewalls on Cloud platforms. 3. ServiceNow Inc. (NYSE:NOW) Hedge Fund Holders: 96 ServiceNow provides products and solutions that help businesses keep a smooth flow of operations. ServiceNow Inc.'s services allow Cloud monitoring, IT management, automated deployment of software, easy integrations and more. 2. Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) Hedge Fund Holders: 243 Amazon dominates the Cloud markets. It provides software infrastructure solutions and services to small and large businesses. In the first quarter Amazon Web Services revenue jumped 16% on a YoY basis to $21.4 billion… Amazon recently announced that it plans to invest a massive $12.7 billion in cloud infrastructure in India. 1. Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) Hedge Fund Holders: 289 Microsoft Corporation is the second biggest player in the Cloud market… As of the end of the first quarter, Microsoft Corporation's market share in the Cloud markets stands at 23%, much higher than Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG). Most importantly, Microsoft Azure grew faster than Amazon Web Services in the first quarter.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- 3) Best ESG Stocks to Buy for 2023 And back to a favorite sector with this article titled Best Green Stocks to Invest In: In-Depth Analysis, by Yarka and seen on cryptosoho.com. Yarka has this to say about his picks. (Note: just brief comments by Yarka are included here.) “1. Tesla (TSLA) Tesla, the electric vehicle (EV) giant, is widely regarded as a compelling investment for several reasons. Market Leadership Technological Innovation Sustainable energy ecosystem Gigafactories and production capacity Global Market Potential Network of superchargers and infrastructure Strong financial performance 2. NIO Inc. (NIO) NIO is a Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer specializing in premium electric SUVs. They have gained popularity for their innovative designs, advanced autonomous driving capabilities, and battery swapping technology. 3. General Motors Company (GM) General Motors offers a range of EVs, including the Chevrolet Bolt EV and the upcoming GMC Hummer EV. 4. SunPower (SPWR) SunPower Corporation is a leading solar energy company that designs, manufactures, and sells high-performance solar panels and associated solar energy solutions… In addition to solar panel manufacturing, SunPower… offers installation, maintenance, and monitoring solutions to ensure optimal performance and customer satisfaction. Business advantages of investing in SunPower Corporation Vertical Integration Strong brand recognition Diverse Geographic Presence Focus on Energy Storage 5. Beyond Meat, Inc. (BYND) Beyond Meat produces plant-based burgers, sausages, and other meat alternatives that closely resemble the taste and texture of animal-based meat products. Beyond Meat's products are made from plant proteins, such as peas and soy, and have gained popularity among consumers seeking plant-based options. 6. Impossible Foods, Inc. (Private) Impossible Foods is another leading plant-based meat company that specializes in creating realistic meat substitutes. Their flagship product, the Impossible Burger, is made from plant ingredients, including soy protein and heme, which give it a meat-like flavor and texture. 7. Oatly AB (OTLY) Oatly is a Swedish company that produces a range of plant-based dairy alternatives, primarily based on oats. They offer oat milk, oat-based ice cream, yogurt, and other oat-based products. Oatly focuses on sustainable production practices and aims to provide consumers with delicious, environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional dairy products.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- 4) Best ESG Stocks to Buy for 2023 And now to a best-loved industry with this article titled Top 10: Renewable Energy Companies, by Lucy Buchholz, found on sustainabilitymag.com. Here are some of her comments on each company. “10. Canadian Solar Inc. (CSIQ) Market cap: US$2.74bn Canadian Solar specialises in the design and manufacturing of solar photovoltaic modules while offering comprehensive energy solutions. The company undertakes the management of solar power projects and provides operation and maintenance services… Canadian Solar serves customers spanning more than 160 countries. 9. Plug Power Inc. (PLUG) Market cap: US$8.18bn Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Latham, New York, Plug Power has grown to become a significant player in the hydrogen fuel cell industry. 8. Brookfield Renewable Partners (BEP) Market cap: $5.16bn Brookfield Renewable Partners operates renewable power facilities worldwide. The company's electricity generation comes from a diverse range of sources, including hydroelectric, wind, solar, distributed generation, pumped storage, cogeneration and biomass. 7. Algonquin Power & Utilities (AQN) Market cap: $5.2bn Based in Oakville, Ontario, Canada, Algonquin Power & Utilities delivers regulated utility services and renewable energy solutions to a customer base exceeding one million across North America. The company actively invests in a diverse range of clean and renewable energy sources, including solar power, wind energy, hydroelectric power and thermal energy. 6. Siemens Gamesa (GCTAF) Market cap: $12.97 With a presence in over 90 countries, Siemens Gamesa offers a range of equipment and services related to onshore and offshore wind turbines, turbine gearboxes, and off-grid systems. 5. Vestas (VWS.CO) Market cap: $29.58bn Based in Denmark, Vestas Wind Systems is a wind energy company that specialises in the design, manufacturing and installation of wind turbines. With a global presence, the company has successfully deployed wind turbines in numerous countries worldwide, by harnessing the collective expertise of 29,000 employees.  4. Orsted A/S (ORSTED.CO) Market cap: $36.19bn Renewable energy company Orsted A/S excels in the development, construction and operation of offshore wind farms. The Danish company holds the prestigious title of being the world's largest developer of offshore wind power. 3. Iberdrola SA (IBDRY) Market cap: US$72.67 Iberdrola SA is… headquartered in Bilbao, Spain. It holds a prominent position as one of the largest utility providers globally… Iberdrola primarily engages in the generation, distribution and sale of electricity, and boasts a diverse energy portfolio, encompassing sources such as wind, hydro, nuclear and natural gas. 2. NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE) Market cap: US$147.57bn Headquartered in Florida… NextEra Energy is… one of the largest renewable energy producers in the world… By 2025, NextEra Energy aims to decrease its carbon dioxide emissions rate by 67% in comparison to 2005 levels. 1. General Electric (GE) Market Cap: US$89.02bn The company has made significant strides in the development of green energy solutions and has emerged as a key player in the industry. GE's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its focus on renewable energy sources, particularly in the development of wind turbines… GE has also invested in other renewable energy technologies, including solar power and hydroelectricity.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- Other Honorable Mention – not in any order 1. Title: Insiders Show Confidence in Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital with Stock Purchases Despite Stake Reduction by California Public Employees Retirement System on beststocks.com. By Elaine Mendonça. 2. Title: Investing in iShares ESG Aware MSCI EAFE ETF: A Unique Edge in an Ever-Changing Investment Landscape on beststocks.com. By Yasmim Mendonça. Article from Australia 1. Title: 3 ASX All Ordinaries shares I don't think will stay cheap for long on fool.com.au. By Tristan Harrison. ------------------------------------------------------------- Ending Comment Well, these are my top news stories with their stock and fund tips -- for this podcast titled: “Best ESG Stocks to Buy for 2023.” Now, please be sure to click the like and subscribe buttons on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you download or listen to this podcast. That helps bring these podcasts to others like you. And please click the share buttons to share this podcast with your friends and family. Let's promote ethical and sustainable investing as a force for hope and prosperity in these terribly troubled times! Contact me if you have any questions. Thank you for listening. Talk to you next on June 16th. And, again, look at my new totally revised website at investingforthesoul.com! Tell me what you think! Bye for now.   © 2023 Ron Robins, Investing for the Soul

It's EV News Briefly for Wednesday 24th May. I'll be back as usual at 5pm UK time, that's Midday Eastern, for the full podcast.  Patreon supporters get the episodes as soon as they're ready AND ad free. You can be like them by clicking here.  BMW i5, the next-generation 5 Series electric variant, is set for its 2023 reveal after being tested extensively in Northern Sweden. BMW plans for the i5 to be instrumental in their electric transition and expects 15% of total sales to come from EVs this year.  Ford is developing an electric three-row SUV likened to a 'personal bullet train', with a projected release in 2025. The Explorer-sized EV, which could boost the company's sales, promises an impressive 350-mile range.  Tata Motors, the owner of Jaguar Land Rover, is reportedly choosing the UK over Spain to build a large electric car battery plant. The plant, which could create up to 9,000 jobs, signifies a significant investment in the UK's automotive sector.  Tesla is strongly considering building its next gigafactory in England, potentially bringing a large number of jobs to the region. This may spark competition between countries eager to secure this investment.  BYD, China's largest new energy vehicle maker, contemplates building a passenger vehicle manufacturing plant in Europe. The automaker, also looking to expand into Southeast Asia, has been successful in Thailand with its bestselling electric vehicle, the Atto 3.  Italian EV charger company alpitronic Americas LLC plans to open its U.S. headquarters in North Carolina, contributing to the state's growing EV industry. The company anticipates creating 300 jobs by 2027 and investing more than $18.3 million in the region.  Skoda has unveiled the Enyaq L&K, a final addition to its electric SUV series, with an impressive system output of 210 kW. The model also includes an array of new software and design features, promising enhanced technical performance.  SAIC Group is working on solid-state battery cells, with the first production model expected in 2025. Partnering with startup QingTao Energy Development, SAIC aims for the safe large-scale application of these batteries.  A Munro Live video revealed concerns about the GMC Hummer EV battery's efficiency. The cost-intensive manufacturing process, including the battery cradle's assembly from 139 steel components and 3500 welds, could make it less competitive.  A US study by Recurrent suggests that EV batteries should last as long as the vehicle itself. It also found that battery replacement under warranty could be beneficial for owners, potentially contradicting concerns about battery lifespan.  France achieved its goal of 100,000 public EV charging stations, setting a new target of 400,000 by 2030. The country's push for EV infrastructure has sparked significant investment in local startups focusing on charging solutions.  BMW's 2024 lineup will feature the i4 xDrive40, an AWD model with an additional electric motor, promising quicker acceleration and 307 miles per charge. BMW's 7-series will also see new additions, including the i7 eDrive50 and a hybrid variant, the 750e.  Caterham plans to showcase two electric prototypes of its Seven sports car at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The company aims to be prepared for future legislation changes or parts availability issues that may necessitate an electric vehicle launch.  Tesla is extending its virtual power plant in South Australia to an additional 3,000 homes to aid low-income households. The solar arrays and Powerwalls supplied by Tesla are part of the company's larger plan to provide affordable residential electricity and grid services.  Solar car parks are gaining popularity as businesses aim to generate renewable energy on-site. The combination of energy production, car shade and shelter, as demonstrated in the UK, has potential for a massive increase in the deployment of solar car parks.  Octopus Energy's Electroverse has launched a product aimed at businesses, seeking to revolutionize the public EV charging experience. The platform includes a comprehensive dashboard with charging history and data access. Electroverse provides access to over 430,000 public charge points across 470 global brands.  Ample, a US-based startup, has unveiled its second-generation battery-swap station designs. The stations can swap a battery in just five minutes and can be set up in three days. The modular design caters to vehicles ranging from small cars to large trucks. Notably, Ample's technology is intended to work across manufacturers.  Helsinki Airport in Finland has opened a new parking hall equipped with nearly 350 charging stations for electric vehicles. The charging points are strategically located in the parking halls and are dedicated solely to charging vehicles. 

Coming up this week! Chevy Ditches the Bolt EV, GMC Hummer EV Omega Edition, American drivers want 300 miles of range, and more…Content:0:00 - Titan Auto & Tire, my favorite place to take my vehicles for maintenance and repairs!0:19 - Intro and Welcome1:06 - Chevy Ditches the Bolt EV/EUV2:27 - Lordstown Motors to end production of Endurance EV 3:27 - EV Tax Credit Loophole5:16 - Ford's CEO is worried about EV price cuts5:58 - Ford looking at 3-row EV SUV6:55 - Porsche Boxster EV8:39 - UAW not ready to support Biden10:19 - GMC Hummer EV Omega Edition11:42 - Aptera Updates14:03 - Mini Next-Gen Cooper EVs15:35 - Ford Mach-E with LFP battery16:22 - Americans want EVs with 300 miles of range23:34 - PHEVs are a solution that should be considered27:59 - Electrify America CEO-Elect goes on EV road trip30:01 - Fisker Ocean deliveries start31:09 - Question Of The Week32:36 - EV Resource Hotline 36:20 - A special request40:37 - Another special request41:47 - Ending AnnouncementsPodcast Partner: Titan Auto and Tire - Titan is one of the very few independent shops in Central Virginia that are qualified to work on EVs and Hybrids.  https://www.titanautotire.comPatreon Supporters: Director Tier - Rajeev Narayan, Andy CooperExecutive Producer Tier - Christopher LawrenceProducer Tier - Charles Hall, Eric Weber, Alan MichelIf you would like to support the EV Resource Podcast, Magazine, Newsletter, and YouTube Channel, head over to Patreon and consider a monthly contribution. https://www.patreon.com/EVResourceInstead of mandatory membership fees or paywalls, I use advertising and affiliate connections to keep The EV Resource Podcast and The EV Resource Magazine free for all of you. There are a number of discount codes and deals for you as well! Please consider supporting the sponsors who make EV Resource possible:https://www.ev-resource.com/dealsI also have on the webpage a small but growing collection of products on Amazon that I recommend:https://www.ev-resource.com/ShopConnect with EV Resource on Social Media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/evresource1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ev_resourceTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/EV_ResourceWebpage: https://www.ev-resource.comEmail: hello@ev-resource.comSupport the showConnect with EV Resource on Social Media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/evresource1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ev_resourceTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/EV_ResourceWebpage: https://www.ev-resource.comEmail: hello@ev-resource.com

Plus, Joel drives the Ford F-150 Lightning Pro and Greg updates us on the long-term Sienna

Spike and MotorTrend's Jonny Lieberman cover the automotive stories that almost matter. 6 Dodge Hellcats stolen in under 40 seconds from the same dealership; Is the new GT2 RS going hybrid?; Jonny's recap of the Amelia Concours; Spike's GT4 RS unproven break-in miles theory for new Porsches and the new GMC Hummer EV visits the SCR set.

Nicole is back from the mouse house this week and driving the Mazda CX-50. Robbie had the Kia EV6 GT and Sam had a very different electric vehicle, the equally fast and porky GMC Hummer EV Edition 1. In the news, noted Wall St analyst and Tesla promoter Adam Jonas says the Cybertruck, if and… Read More »It’s Ridiculous

In this episode we are in Napa Valley with Robert Duffer, Senior Editor at The Car Connection, driving the 2024 GMC HUMMER EV and trying to find ways to better understand the names and numbers associated with electric vehicles, so consumers might feel more comfortable with them.

Veteran and double bronze star recipient shares how military culture might contribute to suicidality — or at least a lack of willingness to get help — and how the American Legion is trying to fix that. Every day, 17 U.S. military veterans die by suicide. How can we even begin to stop this tragedy? The American Legion, a 107-year-old organization dedicated to serving veterans, has a plan. To learn more -- or read the transcript -- please visit the official episode page. Guest Bio Dave Berkenfield leads the Chip Ganassi Racing, GMC HUMMER EV, Extreme E competition group as well as the broader Chip Ganassi Racing Teams, developing Human Performance Initiative on both the IndyCar and US / Global Sports Car Teams. Prior to joining Chip Ganassi Racing Teams, Berkenfield completed a 25-year career serving in the U.S. Military Special Operations community focusing on building and leading small teams in dynamic and austere combat environments. During his military career, Berkenfield helped implement and apply cutting-edge and emerging technologies in tactical ground Mobility operations. He created advanced & performance driver training and curriculum development in addition to overseeing the engineering, development, and testing from conception through to validation of many unique and advanced two- and four-wheeled military off-road platforms. Serving with distinction during numerous combat deployments, SOCS (SEAL) Ret. Berkenfield was awarded two Bronze Stars with the Valorous devices, one Joint Commendation medal with Valor device, the Purple Heart medal, three combat action ribbons, two National Intelligence Meritorious Unit Citations among many Presidential unit citations, and a multitude of other qualifications and awards. Berkenfield retired after a successful Troop Chief tour with 25 years of service in May of 2021 as a Senior Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL). Berkenfield graduated summa cum laude from Norwich University with a Bachelor of Science in Strategic Studies and Defense Analysis. Inside Mental Health Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. Gabe makes his home in the suburbs of Columbus, Ohio. He lives with his supportive wife, Kendall, and a Miniature Schnauzer dog that he never wanted, but now can't imagine life without. To book Gabe for your next event or learn more about him, please visit gabehoward.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I get to drive a lot of vehicles, some 80 in 2022. These 11 are the ones that I think are worth looking at, the cars and trucks that are a great combination of value, features, design and capability. The ground rules- each one needs to be less than $100K or so reasonably optioned (that means no GMC Hummer EV or Porsche Taycans, which are terrific in what they do). I choose from a wide variety of categories that people actually buy, so not everything is a performance car. Check it out and see if you agree.

Ron tries to guess the sale prices from the recent RM Sotheby's Miami auction. Jeff talks about driving the GR Corolla Morizo and the GMC Hummer EV. Then the pair take on some questions from Instagram. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hooniverse/support

Canary Cry News Talk #563 - 11.21.2022 - Recorded Live to Tape NARRATIVE QONTROL - Deepfake Crypto, Club Q, Qatar, FDA Rekt, Nephilim Antarctica A Podcast that Deconstructs Mainstream Media News from a Biblical Worldview Harvard: Index of MSM Ownership (Harvard.edu) Logos Bible: Aliens Demons Doc (feat. Dr. Mike Heiser, Unseen Realm)   SHOW NOTES HELLO, RUN DOWN DEEPFAKE/CRYPTO FTX, SBF Deepfake Offers Refund to Victims, Verified Twitter Account (Vice/Motherboard) → FTX, SBF to appear alongside Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky at exclusive NYT event (NY Post)    DAY JINGLE/PERSONAL/EXEC.   FLIPPY Children befriended robot in after school research program (VirginiaTech)   GUN CONTROL Club Q shooting - Bias-motivated (CBS)   ELON/MONEY/SPORTSBALL/BEAST/V4V Why advertisers have to stick with Qatar – but not with Twitter (Indy UK) → Qatar World Cup opening ceremony showed the BBC can do both sport and politics (Indy UK) → Camel Virus becomes cause of concern as World Cup 2022 kicks off in Qatar (Express UK)   LICHT/SHILLZILLA Layoffs to Hit CNN, CEO Licht Tells Staff Restructuring “Will Accelerate” (Hollywood Reporter)    PARTY TIME http://CANARYCRY.PARTY   BREAK 1: TREASURE https://CanaryCryRadio.com/Support   COVID/WACCINE FDA Says Not to Take Ivermectin for C19 Was Just Recommendation (Epoch Times) → Why You Should Not Use Ivermectin to Treat or Prevent C19 (FDA) → “You are not a cow” FDA Tweet (Twitter) → FDA “thrilled” over horse paste tweet (Vice) → FTX funded TOGETHER TRIAL (PRnewswire.com) → Doctors lose licenses over ivemectin prescription (NBC) → Pandemic amnesty (Atlantic)   BREAK 3: TALENT   ANTARCTICA/NEPHILIM UPDATE Groundbreaking research, 'something huge' could be living beneath Antarctica (DailyRecord) → Viking To Name New Island Discovered In Antarctica (Cruise) → Against all odds. A whole garden of giant “flowers” was discovered under the ice sheet (Saxon)   BREAK 4: TIME END   This Episode was Produced By: Producers Patrica F, Malik W, Sir Morv Knight of the Burning Chariots, Sir LX Protocol V2 Knight of the Berrean Protocol, Sir Darrin Knight of the Hungry Panda's, Dame Gail Canary Whisperer and Lady of X's and O's, Sir Casey the Shield Knight, Veronica D, Sir Scott Knight of Truth, Runksmash   Audio Production BrotherG The Day's Upon Us   Visual Art Sir Dove Knight of Rusbeltia   Microfiction Runksmash - Streams of people pass by Chris, like sheep walking in a circle their parents put them on at selective conception, not taking the time to notice, or care what happened to put him in this situation, all but one, “Chris? It's me Tracy, what happened?”   CLIP PRODUCER Emsworth, FaeLivrin   TIMESTAPERS Jackie U, Jade Bouncerson, Christine C, Pocojoyo, Joelle S   SOCIAL MEDIA DOERS Dame MissG of the OV and Deep Rivers   LINKS HELP JAM   REMINDERS Clankoniphius   ADDITIONAL STORIES Sunak tells NHS to embrace robot workers as it prepares to sack staff (Telegraph) Car crashes into Mass. Apple store leaving one dead and 14 injured (Indy UK) SBF Cashed Out $300M in Previous Funding Round: WSJ (CoinDesk)  FTX's SBF Cashed Out $300 Million During Funding Spree (WSJ) (Archive)  The Perfect Trio: FTX, Democrats, Ukraine (Unga's Wayfinding)  → The Covid/Crypto Connection: The Grim Saga of FTX and SBF (Brownstone)  → Crypto dominoes fall in the wake of FTX's collapse (Axios)  Student debtors refuse to pay back loans: ‘I'm not gonna feed this monster anymore' (NY Post)  Texas Gov. Abbott to deploy tank-like vehicles against migrant ‘invasion' (NY Post)  Texas to send military armored personnel carriers to border: Report (Fox News)  Why Is The Government Arming More Federal Bureaucrats Than US Marines? (Federalist)  Judge dismisses case over FBI raid of 1,400 private safe-deposit boxes (Yahoo / Insider)  → FBI misled judge on Beverly Hills seizure warrant (LA Times) (Archive)  SEE IT: Twitter users troll Biden on his 80th birthday (Washington Examiner) (Archive)  “We need a single global order” says Macron at ongoing APEC Summit (The Print)  → (Clip) 'We need a single global order' says Macron at APEC summit (AFP / YouTube)  → (Clip) French President Emmanuel Macron slapped by woman (Mehr News)  → (Clip) France's Macron gets slapped by woman (News AZ)   Call of Duty is a Government Psyop: These Documents Prove It (Mint Press)  → George Soros invests $45 million in Activision Blizzard (ReclaimTheNet)  → Why George Soros Likes Games Workshop (GuruFocus)  → Soros Funds invests in Animoca Brands $358m funding blockchain games (Ledger Insights)  → Splinter Cell Remake Will Update the Story 'for a Modern-Day Audience' (IGN)  Charging a GMC Hummer EV to 100% Can Cost You Over $100 (The Drive)  Nasa Artemis spacecraft sends image of 'pale blue dot' Earth as it arrives at Moon (Yahoo) New Study Reveals Insane Amount of Sex Robot Owners Worldwide (MSN/Many UK) We got a peek inside the Amazon fulfillment center in Kenosha. 5 takeaways from inside (Yahoo)

On this week's episode: ➤ Mercedes-Benz EQE sedan pricing ➤ ZeekR 009 luxury minivan/MPV debuts ➤ Dodge Charger Daytona SRT getting nine power levels ➤ Tesla Cybertruck mass production starting end of 2023 ➤ Rivian Max Pack battery delayed until 2024 ➤ Rivian R1T, Ford F-150 Lightning, GMC Hummer EV head-to-head-to-head ➤ Rivian R1S 70-MPH highway range test, plus R1S suitability for families and dogs

➤ Tesla tops BEV registrations in Germany ➤ Tesla to introduce megacasts & structural battery packs in Giga Berlin ➤ More than 500 electric vehicle chargers to be rolled out across NSW ➤ 2022-2023 GMC Hummer EV recalled for battery sealing ➤ Toyota bZ3 Debuts In China As Second Model In Brand's bZ EV Family ➤ The $40,000 electric vehicle business tax credit may be easy to get ➤ Mercedes-Benz signs supply deal with Rock Tech Lithium for EV-ramp up ➤ Luxury EV demand will soar, Audi chief predicts ➤ Rivian halts powered tonneau cover production to redesign it

➤ Musk: Self driving won't be approved this year ➤ Typical Tesla Driver Is Man 34 or Younger, Living in Wealthy Area ➤ Upcoming Mercedes C-Class EV Will Get Range-Boosting Tech From EQXX ➤ The Next Ora Cat is a four-door coupe to take on Tesla ➤ Electric Mobilize Limo Receives 4-Star Safety Rating From Euro NCAP ➤ Kia offers EV6 software update for faster cold-weather charging ➤ Updated, high-performance Porsche Taycan spotted testing ➤ The GMC Hummer EV could spawn a smaller electric truck ➤ Battery-boosted EV chargers coming to Chevron, Texaco stations ➤ Electrify America unveils its first application of megawatt-level energy storage ➤ Envision AESC signs deal to supply batteries to BMW

Thank you for listening to We Are Auto, the podcast about cars - for enthusiasts, by enthusiasts! Please leave a 5 Star rating and write a review!   In episode 124: - Recap of the October Sarasota Cars and Coffee - The Hummer EV is HUGE - The Ferrari F430 Scuderia is absolutely sublime            and more! Follow along! Facebook Instagram Youtube Website

Welcome back to TFL Talkin' Trucks! In today's podcast, Andre and Nathan discuss our total experience with the 2023 GMC Hummer EV so far, from the exhilarating high points to the frustrating lows. 

Female leadership with GM CEO Mary Barra. Today, we're bringing you insights from the CEO of General Motors, Mary Teresa Barra. We discuss ways to inspire your team, what to do in reassessing your career, and how to recruit talent. Barra is an American businesswoman who has been the chair and CEO of General Motors since 2014. She is the first female CEO of a 'Big Three' automaker. Prior to being named CEO, Barra was executive vice president of global product development, purchasing, and supply chain. Barra is currently driving a GMC HUMMER EV and Chevy Bolt EUV. She's focused on delivering an all-electric future.   5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling.   Have Erik speak at your conference: eq@equalman.com   Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Digital Leadership.   Learn more at https://equalman.com  

This week Sam and Robbie are both driving BMW i4s, but different varieties. Sam had the base eDrive40 for a run to Chicago, while Robbie got an M50. Since the last recording session Nicole had both the Subaru BRZ and the Genesis GV60 Performance. In the news, Ford has revealed a redesigned version of the… Read More »Big Enough For A Drum Kit

Plus driving the Acura NSX Type S, and the 2024 Maserati GranTurismo reveal

Walking into a much cooler Friday than last week for most of the country, we're covering a move by startup Autonomy to boost EV offerings, GM retooling and simplifying its chip infrastructure, as well as the Gen Z trend of trusting TikTok for search. EV Subscription Company, Autonomy (formerly NextCar) placed orders for 23K EV's across 17 Automakers, partnering with Auto Nation for both sales and service“The orders are for 45 different models and are valued at $1.2 billion per an Autonomy press release Will take delivery of all 23,000 vehicles within 18 months, Founder and CEO, Scott Painter told Automotive News.Until now the company only had Tesla Model 3s, and is moving to including the Model Y, several GM models including the Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Hummer EV and Cadillac Lyriq. Also about 1000 vehicles each from Volkswagen, Ford, Hyundai, Kia and Rivian and fewer than 500 each from Polestar, Volvo and CanooPainter founded TrueCar and FairTake away: We don't know if the business model will work or not, but it definitely will promote overall EV adoptionGM is retooling and significantly reducing the number of ‘chip families' it's using to clear backlogs and prevent them in the futureWere sitting on 95k assembled vehicles waiting on chips at the end o f Q2 and have cleared more than 20K of them in JulyPlan  to reduce the number of chip families by 95% in future designs, to prevent future shortage CFO Paul Jacobson said the number of chip families used will drop by 95% down to 3 total. He also noted increased involvement throughout the manufacturing chainTake away: These aren't flashy announcements, but most nuts and bolts improvements aren't. That's a good thing. TikTok is becoming (or maybe IS) the preferred search engine of Gen ZWanda Pogue, Chief Strategy Officer at VaynerMedia cites a new study that shows 40% of Gen Z users prefer TikTok and Instagram over Google when it comes to search“...my Gen Z daughter had a group of friends over. I asked them about their behavior on TikTok, and they agreed: It's the platform they go to now when searching for anything, from the highest-rated beauty products and clothing trends to the best restaurants in the area or recipes to try”Gen Z prioritizes authenticity and utility which is one of the reasons why they like the visual representation with more real-world application “Social channels have become brands' digital storefronts, and the content shared on them is the cornerstone of building a modern brand. It's an always-on game of relevance, where brand channels need to be “alive” to engage existing communities'Take away: What was that you were saying  about “organic content”?Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/Rock with us LIVE at ASOTU CON! Tickets: https://www.asotucon.comJOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-emailShare your positive dealer stories: https://www.asotu.com/positivityASOTU Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/automotivestateoftheunion

Brett, Mark, and Corey welcome Ed Bolian and John Ficarra to discuss the latest CarTrek series, why Ed would get rid of the most reliable car he's ever owned, and what it takes to launch a tub of crap Jaguar off a mountain. In the news, lots of Corvette talk this week with Z06 order banks now open, GM doing its best to keep customers from flipping high-demand cars like the Z06 and GMC Hummer EV, and a dealership is trying to hit customers with a $100,000 premium on the new Z06. All this and much more on this week's Driven Radio Show! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, Andre and Nathan discuss how the new 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R fits into the world of Ram TRX, Hummer EV, and other factory super trucks.  For questions send us an email: ask@tfltruck.com And for a more detailed conversation please support us at Patreon.com/tflcar.

Show #1526 Good morning, good afternoon, and good evening wherever you are in the world, welcome to EV News Daily, you trusted source of EV information. It's Saturday 9th July, it's Martyn Lee here and I go through every EV story so you don't have to. MERCEDES LAUNCHES SALES OF THE EQE WITH A SMALLER BATTERY Mercedes-Benz now offers further variants of its electric model EQE. The new price list of 5 July lists a total of six variants, including the new entry-level EQE 300 and the EQE 350, both of which are equipped with a slightly smaller 89 kWh battery.  The battery in the previous EQE 350+ and above (i.e. the EQE 500 4MATIC and the two AMG models) comes with a usable energy content of 90.56 kWh. The base list price for the EQE 300 in Germany is 66,402 euros, the EQE 350 costs at least 70,210 euros. Above that, the EQE 350 4MATIC (with a system output of 215 kW like the rear-wheel drive) costs 73,363.50 euros and the EQE 500 4MATIC with 300 kW costs 87,286.50 euros.  orders for the second AMG variant of the EQE were also opened a few days ago. This means that six drive variants of the EQE are currently available to order. Original Source: https://www.electrive.com/2022/07/08/mercedes-launches-sales-of-the-eqe-with-a-smaller-battery/ VOLVO QUITS EUROPE CAR LOBBY GROUP AS EV SHIFT FRACTURES INDUSTRY "Volvo Cars AB is withdrawing from Europe's car lobby, the second major automaker to do so in the past month, as the industry fractures over the transition to electric vehicles. Volvo Cars, which aims to produce only EVs by 2030, said Friday that the ACEA lobby's efforts to combat climate change aren't aggressive enough. The company said it was “better to take a different path for now.” Original Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-07-08/volvo-cars-quits-lobby-group-as-ev-shift-fractures-industry#xj4y7vzkg TESLA MODEL 3 RANKED GREENEST EV IN THE US, LUCID AIR COMES SECOND “The Tesla Model 3 tops this year's Bloomberg Green's Electric Car Ratings of the greenest EVs available in the United States. The Green rating for each car is a weighted score of its range divided by curb weight plus battery size, on a scale from 0 to 100 (100 being the best rating). The efficiency makes up 70% of the score, while battery size makes up 30%.   Lucid took second place despite having one of the biggest battery in the ranking, with a usable capacity of 112 kWh; the Air's battery capacity is only topped by the Rivian R1S and R1T (129 kWh) and GMC Hummer EV (205 kWh).  The Lucid Air does compensate with the highest EPA range of all the vehicles in the list (451 miles for the Dream Edition Performance) and the highest charging speed (20.1 miles per minute)." Original Source: https://insideevs.com/news/596828/tesla-model-3-ranked-greenest-ev-us-lucid-air-comes-second/ GERMANY TAKES BIG STEP TOWARDS INTEGRATING ELECTRIC CARS INTO GRID German parliament has empowered the federal network agency to define the framework for implementing electric vehicles (EVs) into the grid, using them as remote batteries to balance electricity demand. Using EVs as remote batteries is a long-held dream by the German electrical grid community. The technology is usually known as “vehicle-to-grid” and allows the batteries built into EVs to be drawn on in peak electricity demand. Germany's power grid is in dire need of upgrade to ensure stable supply in a country aiming to source 80% of its electricity from intermittent wind and solar by 2030. Meanwhile, the German government has begun providing additional funding for further research on the switch to EVs and their integration into the electricity grid.  Original Source: https://www.euractiv.com/section/batteries/news/germany-takes-big-step-towards-integrating-electric-cars-into-grid/ THE ROAD AHEAD FOR ELECTRIC CARS RELIES ON AFFORDABILITY, NOT SCRAPPING GRANTS "Since 2011, the UK government has been providing a tax-payer funded discount on the sale of battery electric vehicles. Known as the “plug-in car grant”, it was designed to help persuade motorists make the switch from diesel or petrol and commit to electric driving. But last month the grant was scrapped with immediate effect. It wasn't exactly a surprise, given that the amount buyers were able to claim back had gradually been whittled down from £5,000 to £1,500; or that it was recently available only for new vehicles costing less than £32,000. For now, the government is essentially saying it will switch towards supporting the charging infrastructure and company car buyers. Unsurprisingly, the government's latest moves have not gone down well with a car industry struggling in a difficult economic climate. And nor should the government forget the economic challenges for drivers of soaring petrol prices and the rising cost of living. If it wants more of them to make the switch to electric vehicles, it should be much more focused on making them an affordable option for as many motorists as possible." https://theconversation.com/the-road-ahead-for-electric-cars-relies-on-affordability-not-scrapping-grants-186176 LIKE GM, FORD WILL SOON RUN OUT OF EV TAX CREDITS "General Motors reached the 200,000-vehicle cap to receive federal plug-in hybrid and electric vehicle tax credits back in early 2019, while its rivals over at Toyota also recently reached the milestone. Now Ford is also set to trigger the tax credit sunset period, with the Blue Oval reporting sales of roughly 180,000 electrified vehicles since 2009. The federal tax credit cap takes into account not only battery-electric vehicle sales, but also sales of plug-in hybrids with 4 kWh or larger. Ford had sold roughly 160,000 vehicles that meet this criteria as of the end of last year, our sister site Ford Authority reported this week. The automaker has also sold a reported 22,342 battery-electric vehicles in the first six months of 2022 between the F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E and E-Transit, which would bring the total to 182,342 vehicles. This does not count sales of PHEV models like the Escape Hybrid and Explorer Hybrid, either, which would push Ford even closer to the 200,000 unit cap" Original Source: https://gmauthority.com/blog/2022/07/like-gm-ford-will-soon-run-out-of-ev-tax-credits/ ZIPCHARGE GO SEES OVER 10,000 GLOBAL PRE-ORDERS "ZipCharge, a pioneer in portable energy and electric vehicle (EV) charging, has announced that over 10,000 people have registered to pre-order a Go portable EV power bank when they go on sale in 2023. The company's engineers are currently optimising the performance of the portable EV charger's key system components - including the NMC lithium-ion battery cells and the ZipCharge-designed bi-directional AC-DC converter - in order to evaluate thermal behaviour, charging performance, safety, durability and full functionality to ensure a seamless and safe ownership experience for everyday charging." Original Source: https://www.nextgreencar.com/news/9356/zipcharge-go-10000-pre-orders/ MAZDA MX-30 SALES DECREASED IN JUNE: 23 UNITS SOLD "Mazda's only all-electric model, the Mazda MX-30, noted just 23 sales in June and 316 so far this year, which makes us wonder whether there is any sense to develop a new model? Low volume prevents offsetting development costs. The MSRP of $33,470 (+$1,175 DST), after deducting the $7,500 federal tax credit, means that the effective cost might be $27,145 - that's comparable to the new 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV/EUV, which however has almost a two times bigger battery for more than twice as much range. Range: up to 100 miles (161 km) EPA, 35.5 kWh battery pack, 30kWh useable (prismatic cells, total nominal voltage of 355 V). DC fast charging (CCS Combo) 20-80% in about 36 minutes, 37kW peak rate." Original Source: https://insideevs.com/news/596041/us-mazda-mx30-sales-june-2022/ NISSAN ARIYA SEEN AS A TOP PICK "EV enthusiasts have high expectations from the Nissan Ariya, the Japanese automaker's first all-new electric vehicle since the launch of the second-generation Leaf in 2017.  let's see what it is made of in this new in-depth review from Autogefühl. Thomas appreciates the build quality and materials of the interior, and also points out some cool interior features such as the dual 12.3-inch widescreen displays, sliding center console, electric storage compartment at the center of the dash, wooden capacitive climate controls and rearview mirror digital function. The range achieved by Thomas in good weather conditions and on fairly flat terrain is more that 450 kilometers or almost 280 miles, and that's with the standard battery." Original Source: https://insideevs.com/news/597069/nissan-ariya-seen-as-top-pick-electric-compact-suv-segment/ TESLA SPOTTED GATHERING MASSIVE NUMBER OF MEGAPACKS Tesla has been spotted gathering a massive number of Megapacks outside its Gigafactory Nevada. Is it a backlog due to supply chain issues or a new giant battery is in the work?  A Twitter user going by OttoPilot flew over Gigafactory Nevada and spotted an impressive number of Tesla Megapacks outside the factory. We see more than 500 Megapacks in this picture, which would represent up to 1.5 GWh of energy capacity. That's more than Tesla has ever delivered in an entire quarter all sitting in one place.  However, it's not clear why all those battery packs are there. Tesla produces the Megapacks at Gigafactory Nevada, along with its new Megafactory in California, but it's not clear why these many Megapacks are sitting there." Original Source: https://electrek.co/2022/07/08/tesla-spotted-massive-number-megapacks-outside-gigafactory-nevada/ QUESTION OF THE WEEK WITH EMOBILITYNORWAY.COM QOTW is taking a break for a while. Email your answers to: hello@evnewsdaily.com It would mean a lot if you could take 2mins to leave a quick review on whichever platform you download the podcast. PREMIUM PARTNERS PHIL ROBERTS / ELECTRIC FUTURE BRAD CROSBY PORSCHE OF THE VILLAGE CINCINNATI AUDI CINCINNATI EAST VOLVO CARS CINCINNATI EAST NATIONAL CAR CHARGING ON THE US MAINLAND AND ALOHA CHARGE IN HAWAII DEREK REILLY FROM THE EV REVIEW IRELAND YOUTUBE CHANNEL RICHARD AT RSEV.CO.UK – FOR BUYING AND SELLING EVS IN THE UK OCTOPUS ELECTRIC JUICE - MAKING PUBLIC CHARGING SIMPLE WITH ONE CARD, ONE MAP AND ONE APP MILLBROOKCOTTAGES.CO.UK – 5* LUXURY COTTAGES IN DEVON, JUMP IN THE HOT TUB WHILST YOUR EV CHARGES 

The 2022 GMC Hummer EV continues the excessive ways of the H1 and H2. The difference is, this fully electric version with 329 miles of range is stuffed with technology. Four-wheel steering, Crabwalking, 60 miles-an-hour Watts to Freedom sprints in three seconds plus an air suspension that gives it 16 inches of ground clearance. Tom Voelk travels to Phoenix, AZ to try it all with an Edition 1 Hummer EV pickup. Plus the latest version of Super Cruise handsfree driving.

Every year the SAE Foundation chooses a recipient for its Leadership Award. This year it chose GM President Mark Reuss. At the awards banquet, Reuss sat down with Autoline to talk about his career, GM's transition to electric vehicles, and the challenges that lie ahead for the automotive industry.

Every year the SAE Foundation chooses a recipient for its Leadership Award. This year it chose GM President Mark Reuss. At the awards banquet, Reuss sat down with Autoline to talk about his career, GM's transition to electric vehicles, and the challenges that lie ahead for the automotive industry.

Southern Californian Sara Price has been racing most of her life.  She first raced at the age of eight and by 16, she was racing professionally.  In 2010, she was the first female factory-supported motocross racer with Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing.  She has won 19 national motocross championships.  Prior to making the switch to four-wheeled racing in 2012, she also medaled in Women's Super X at the 2010 X Games, and holds the record as the winningest female amateur to date. She currently competes in Off-Road Desert racing in a Trophy Truck, and works as a stunt professional, performing on motorcycles and in vehicles, and as a precision driver for television and film.Sara recently returned for her second season with Chip Ganassi Racing after becoming the first driver announced for the new electric racing venture in Extreme E in 2021. Price is the first female driver for Chip Ganassi Racing in the team's 32-year history and was also the first female driver signed in the new Extreme-E series.  Price and her teammate Kyle LeDuc drive the No. 99 GMC HUMMER EV for Chip Ganassi Racing.  The Extreme-E series is the first sport built out of concern for the climate crisis. The series' goal is to use electric racing to highlight remote environments under threat of climate change issues, and to encourage us all to take positive action to protect our planet's future.  The five-race series goes to the extreme in Saudi Arabia, Italy (twice) Chile and Uruguay. 

This week on the show, Roberto went all the way to Germany to drive the new Mercedes-Benz EQE midsize electric sedan. Nicole had a very different Mercedes, the seven-seat GLS450 SUV as well as the Hyundai Santa Cruz. Sam tested his new EV charger with the Mini Cooper SE. Nicole and Roberto also drove the… Read More »Not A Crazed Squirrel

Plus the reveal of the 2023 Honda HR-V and Toyota GR Corolla

Host Tom Appel and co-hosts Jill Ciminillo and Damon Bell kick off the show by discussing the outrageous new GMC Hummer EV pure-electric pickup truck, and Jill's first-drive experience with it. Geri Hernandez, co-founder and CEO of Savory Crust Gourmet Empanadas, joins us to talk about owning and operating a food truck. Tom has a "Queen Elizabeth or Jaguar" quiz for Damon and Jill, and Damon runs down the latest articles on the Consumer Guide Daily Drive blog--including a test-drive review of the redesigned-for-2022 Infiniti QX60.

This week of TFL Talkin' Trucks is a special one, because we're talking about the brand new GMC Hummer EV pickup. That's hardly the only news-worthy topic this week, though, as Andre and Nathan also discuss major engine news from Stellantis!

On the podcast today: ·       Ford F-150 Lightning EPA Range Numbers Emerge: Up To 320 Miles ·       Ford CEO Farley says automaker sold out of electric vehicles ·       Rolls-Royce Spectre spy video catches the EV from every angle ·       T-Mobile brings unlimited 5G to new BMW iX and i4 electric cars ·       Cincinnati says it will have a fully electric fleet by 2035 ·       GM developed the GMC Hummer EV in record time: Here's the backstory ·       Steve Wozniak just bought Tesla-rivaling electric car ·       Proposed battery swapping policy needs plan for interoperability

Show #1407 Good morning, good afternoon and good evening wherever you are in the world, welcome to EV News Daily, you trusted source of information. It's Thursday 17th March, it's Martyn Lee here and I go through every EV story so you don't have to. FORD F-150 LIGHTNING EPA RANGE NUMBERS EMERGE: UP TO 320 MILES - The long-awaited EPA range and efficiency numbers for the upcoming Ford F-150 Lightning all-electric pickup finally emerged, but not yet on the EPA's website, but via Monroney Stickers, shared on f150gen14.com forum. - According to four Monroney Stickers, shown for Pro (SR and ER), Lariat (ER) and Platinum (ER) versions, Ford achieved the 230-mile target for the SR and beat the ER target by 20 miles, achieving 320 miles. - Pro 18"(SR): 230 miles (370 km)(ER - fleets): 320 miles (515 km) - Lariat 20"(SR): N/A (potentially the same as Pro SR)(ER): 320 miles (515 km) - Platinum 22"(ER): 300 miles (483 km) - An interesting thing is that the ER battery versions (aside from Platinum) get 320 miles, compared to 314 miles of Rivian R1T. Original Source : https://insideevs.com/news/574208/ford-f150-lightning-epa-range/ FORD CEO FARLEY SAYS AUTOMAKER SOLD OUT OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES - As soon as CEO Jim Farley said the words, they hit the Twittersphere: "We are sold out for a couple years now," he said. On stage for a CERAWeek energy conference discussion streamed live March 10 from Texas - The moderator asked: How are things going with the Mustang Mach-E? - "It's totally sold out. We're just completely overwhelmed. I mean, we have the chip supply thing, that makes it worse. But we're completely oversubscribed," he said. "Actually, in all of our electric vehicles, we are sold out for a couple years now. So we're very fortunate that we made that choice to go into those passion products." - "We were lucky. We got to watch from a distance what happened at Tesla and the first generation of leaders like BMW and GM. They went first, and Nissan, and Tesla won and the generic products didn't," Farley said. - "What we learned from that as a management team, which was actually not popular in the company, was that early adopters of zero emission wanted the good stuff," he said. "They don't want generic homogeneous small cars that are unremarkable. They want great vehicles. They want aspirational vehicles ... And so we said, 'let's electrify the icons.' " - The automaker has been so overwhelmed by orders for its award-winning Mach-E that it has had to stop taking orders for the 2022 model because many are sold out.Not all versions, but many. - When the 2023 Mach-E order bank opens, deliveries are scheduled to begin as soon as late 2022. While Ford expects 2022 Mach-Es to be delivered to customers before the new model year begins shipping, global supply chain and semiconductor chip issues could continue to disrupt the delivery schedules - In January, Ford announced it would nearly double production capacity to 150,000 Lightning pickups per year at the Rouge Electric Vehicle Center in Dearborn to meet "soaring customer demand," - Within 24 months, Ford will have the global capacity to produce 600,000 battery electric vehicles annually with plans to move toward annual production of more than 2 million EVs by 2026." - Van Conway, president of the Young Conway Group, a turnaround consultancy for businesses based in Detroit, said executives routinely get consumers excited when products are so popular they're in limited supply."Ferrari sells out every year, too," Conway told the Free Press. "When you say you're sold out, you actually get people more interested in getting one. Maybe they're not sold out tomorrow, but they are sold out today." Original Source : https://eu.freep.com/story/money/cars/ford/2022/03/17/ford-electric-vehicles-sold-out-mach-e-lightning-farley/7051225001/ ROLLS-ROYCE SPECTRE SPY VIDEO CATCHES THE EV FROM EVERY ANGLE - A new spy video provides a close look at the Rolls-Royce Spectre while the upcoming electric coupe is driving on public roads in Germany. There's a view from every angle when the driver pulls the vehicle off the street to turn around. - All of the production panels appear to be on the body, so the covering is the only thing hiding the vehicle's design. - In front, the Spectre has split headlights that include LED strips on the upper section. Because EVs don't need the same airflow as combustion-powered vehicles, it's not clear whether the large grille is actually functional. - There are vertically oriented taillights on each corner of the rear. - A recent rumour suggests it would share components with the BMW iX M60 electric crossover. If this is accurate, then a coupe could make as much as 610 bhp - In the iX M60, this setup gets the crossover to 60 miles per hour (96 kilometres per hour) in 3.6 seconds and a top speed of 155 mph (250 kph). Its 111.5-kilowatt-hour battery pack gives the BMW a WLTP-estimated range of 352 miles (566 kilometres). Original Source : https://uk.motor1.com/news/574026/rollsroyce-spectre-new-spy-video/ T-MOBILE BRINGS UNLIMITED 5G TO NEW BMW IX AND I4 ELECTRIC CARS - The BMW iX and i4 are BMW's first cars with 5G via Persona eSIM that allows customers to add their car to a mobile plan. - T-Mobile has unveiled a new plan, Magenta Drive for BMW, with unlimited data including a Wi-Fi hotspot as well as voice calls on T-Mobile's network. - T-Mobile's 5G network covers more than 96% of interstate highway miles across America. - An advanced antenna setup in the BMW iX and i4 allows for a more stable 5G connection with higher throughput. - This new plan will bring T-Mobile 5G to the new electric car and SUV with support for unlimited voice calls on T-Mobile's network as well as high-speed data including a Wi-Fi hotspot. This plan is available to postpaid customers and will come in at $20 per month. - The Wi-Fi connection supports up to 10 devices at once Original Source : https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/carriers/t-mobiles-new-5g-plan-is-coming-to-bmws-2022-ix-and-i4-electric-vehicles CINCINNATI SAYS IT WILL HAVE A FULLY ELECTRIC FLEET BY 2035 - the city of Cincinnati is launching a plan for a greener fleet – police cars, fire engines and garbage trucks included. - The plan, announced Thursday morning by Mayor Aftab Pureval and Councilwoman Meeka Owens, calls for the city fleet to be fully comprised of electric vehicles, installing electric vehicle charging stations in neighborhoods and along highways and drafting an updated version of the Green Cincinnati Plan, first announced in 2008. - The proposal calls for a full electric fleet by 2035, the same as the renewable energy deadline.As more and more citizens opt for electric cars, Owens said the city recognizes the need for charging stations. This part of the plan involves finding a private partner to help with the installation of the stations at places like neighborhood parking lots and garages. Original Source : https://eu.cincinnati.com/story/news/politics/2022/03/17/cincinnati-buy-electric-cars-charging-stations/7061475001/ GM DEVELOPED THE GMC HUMMER EV IN RECORD TIME: HERE'S THE BACKSTORY - Yes, the 2022 GMC Hummer EV promises to be eyebrow-raising in a lot of ways—like how quickly such a huge truck can accelerate, or be an off-road maneuverability ace with Crab mode. - But one of the most surprising aspects of the entire project was its record-setting development pace—one that the company has hinted will be a template for other upcoming EVs. - GM didn't even have a first complete test vehicle 18 months ago. - The new look at the Hummer EV's development, this time, comes directly from GM, and it will arrive in the form of a 60-minute documentary set to debut March 27 on the History Channel. Original Source : https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1135318_gm-developed-the-gmc-hummer-ev-in-record-time-here-s-the-backstory STEVE WOZNIAK JUST BOUGHT TESLA-RIVALING ELECTRIC CAR Original Source : https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/steve-wozniak-bought-electric-car-tesla PROPOSED BATTERY SWAPPING POLICY NEEDS PLAN FOR INTEROPERABILITY Original Source : https://auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/proposed-battery-swapping-policy-needs-plan-for-interoperability-say-ev-industry-stakeholders/90222260 QUESTION OF THE WEEK WITH EMOBILITYNORWAY.COM Do you think rising fuel prices at the pumps will have a direct impact on EV sales? Email me any feedback to: hello@evnewsdaily.com It would mean a lot if you could take 2mins to leave a quick review on whichever platform you download the podcast. And  if you have an Amazon Echo, download our Alexa Skill, search for EV News Daily and add it as a flash briefing. 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For Topic Tuesday, the guys discuss the rebirth of the GMC HUMMER EV with Rich Scheer, Director of GM's Performance Studio and Chevrolet Car Exterior Design. While hearing about the inspiration and features the design team wanted, they discover how quickly the HUMMER came to market. Social media questions ask if there's good reason to create a manual transmission for EVs, do the guys miss compression braking, and are modern car designs too fussy now? Seasons 1-10 are available on Amazon Prime and Vimeo worldwide, and Season 10 airs on the Motor Trend cable channel from January 1 – March 26, 2022! Please rate and review us on iTunes, and the TV show on IMDB and Amazon. Write to us with your Car Debates, Car Conclusions, and Topic Tuesdays at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com. Share the podcast with your car enthusiast friends!

Show #1403 Good morning, good afternoon and good evening wherever you are in the world, welcome to EV News Daily, you trusted source of information. It's Sunday 13th March, it's Martyn Lee here and I go through every EV story so you don't have to. GMC HUMMER EV FLIPS ARE ALREADY GETTING OUT OF HAND - The GMC Hummer EV may be an all-new offering, but plenty of people are willing to part with their hard-earned cash to experience the new electric pickup before anyone else. In fact, demand has been so strong that, in December, we already reported on 60,000 preorders. - With all this crazy interest in the vehicle, it's no surprise that some early reservation holders are now looking to make a quick buck, but the scale of the markups we're seeing lately is just mindblowing. - some people are offering up the Edition 1 for as much as $325,000. Keep in mind that, although an $80,000 version is coming as a base model, the Edition 1 is not much more expensive and is supposed to sell for around $105,000. That means that these new markups are reaching as much as triple the original asking price, which is arguably worse than what some supercar dealers will do. - a quick Google search reveals that $300,000 resale prices are more common than not. Heck, The Drive cites Hummer Chat forum users selling reservation slots, which cost $100 direct from GM at release, for as much as $60,000, while the same forum has Edition 1s selling for upwards of $262k. For a truck not yet delivered. Insane seems too weak a word to describe this phenomenon. Original Source : https://carbuzz.com/news/gmc-hummer-ev-flips-are-already-getting-out-of-hand AMERICAN BATTERY FACTORY PLANS BATTERY CELL GIGAFACTORIES TO SUPPORT U.S. STORAGE MARKET - American Battery Factory (ABF), a manufacturer incubated from Utah-based energy storage firm Lion Energy, announced plans to deploy a network of battery cell gigafactories to boost U.S. domestic energy storage supply - ABF will produce lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries for storage suppliers and pack integrators that can be used for utility-scale storage, residential storage and even certain large mobile uses. The company will deploy smaller factories producing between 3 GW and 15 GW of battery cells, which can be installed in a manner of weeks to meet demand. - According to AFB, the company's batteries will perform at least 10,000 discharge cycles with a 20-30 year lifespan. The products will be designed for storage systems on the utility- and residential-scale level, as well as military uses and certain large electric vehicles like trucks, buses and trams. Original Source : https://www.utilitydive.com/news/american-battery-factory-plans-battery-cell-gigafactories-to-support-us-s/620227/ CHINESE AUTOMAKER SAIC POURS $43BN INTO ADVANCED TECH: CHAIRMAN - SAIC Motor plans to invest 300 billion yuan ($43 billion) in advanced technologies over the five years through 2025, the Chinese automaker's chairman told Nikkei. - The spending focuses on new-energy vehicles -- which include electrics and plug-in hybrids -- as well as connected and smart cars, including autonomous driving tech, Chen Hong said. SAIC aims to lift sales of new-energy vehicles to more than 2.7 million units in 2025, a 270% increase from 2021. - Q: What are the company's medium-term plans?A: Plans call for investing 300 billion yuan over the five years through 2025 in new-energy vehicles, connected cars and the smart segment. We will transform into a high-tech company oriented toward the customer.Sales of new-energy vehicles will be increased to more than 2.7 million units annually in 2025. Our company plans to raise the percentage of new-energy vehicles to overall sales to at least 32%. - We aim to become China's top company in autonomous driving tech, reaching mass production of Level 4 vehicles. Original Source : https://asia.nikkei.com/Editor-s-Picks/Interview/Chinese-automaker-SAIC-pours-43bn-into-advanced-tech-chairman ‘I CAN'T MOVE MY CAR': AMERICANS STRUGGLE AS VEHICLE EXPENSES RISE - At the Lehigh Valley Mall, on the outskirts of Allentown, Pennsylvania, Tony Saba is already feeling the impact of the rising cost of gas. - “The price is going up to hell,” he said. “I cannot move like before. My car is in my garage. I can't move it because I have no money.” - Saba, a 70-year-old retiree, used to drive to the mall. He doesn't go in any of the shops or restaurants – he just likes to sit in the comfy armchairs and chat with his friends. - But the bus takes too long, and is too expensive. So he called a friend, who picked him up. - “In the US we really saw an increase in automobile use in the post-world war two period, the baby boom generation. At that point in time, we had this new availability of relatively inexpensive mass-produced automobiles, this is the first time that people from middle income households can purchase a motor vehicle,” said Gregory Rowangould, the director of the Transportation Research Center at the University of Vermont and an associate professor in civil and environmental engineering. - The construction and planning of these new suburbs rarely included viable bus or train options. Many new neighborhoods didn't have walkable amenities either. Now, people needed cars to go shopping, or take their kids to the swimming pool, and certainly to get to work. - It's a legacy that has endured. Americans drive much, much more than other nationalities. - In 2019 American motorists drove an average of 14,263 miles a year, according to the US Department of Transportation. That puts the US at the top of the list in terms of miles driven, and it isn't even close. In the next highest country, Canada, people drove an average of 9,562 miles a year in 2018. The average car in the UK was driven for 7,134 miles in 2019. - Meanwhile some experts have suggested the spike in prices could serve as a wake-up call for the public and politicians to move away from a reliance on oil, and towards greener transport methods. - With gas prices unlikely to fall anytime soon, a shift away from America's car dependency, and serious investment in public transport would not just benefit the environment, but also the millions of Americans who are struggling financially. Original Source : https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2022/mar/13/us-car-vehicle-expenses-rise HOW TO MAKE DEALERSHIPS THE NO. 1 RESOURCE FOR EV BUYERS - With electric vehicles (EVs) lining up on the horizon and zooming into the nearest local showroom, auto dealers are preparing today to serve the EV customer of tomorrow by investing in training, education, infrastructure and, most importantly, positioning themselves as EV retail experts and resources for these new buyers. - The idea that dealerships don't want to sell EVs is ridiculous, said NADA Academy Director Michael Hayes. “We're selling a transportation solution that someone wants and meets their needs,” he said. “If I'm a dealer, I'm in the EV business. Every dealer, I truly believe, will sell EVs [and] wants to sell EVs, if that's what our customers want.” - So what can dealers do to make sure that customers know that? Chris Neff, EV Dealer Training Specialist with Plug In America suggested dealers attend drive events throughout the country, including National Drive Electric Week. “That's where EV folks gather and share information and they're always looking for dealers to come,” he said. - Knowing a buyer's lifestyle and motivation for buying an EV is a great opportunity for dealers to provide information that buyers will value, said Chris Potgeiter, Product Marketing Manager at automotiveMastermind. For example, if the EV buyer is a homeowner, a dealer might mention an in-home charging station. If the buyer is an apartment dweller, direct them to local charging stations near them. Maybe the buyer has expressed frustration over being a frequent visitor to the service department. A dealer can point out that an EV has fewer moving parts that could break and can offer a new level of reliability. Original Source : https://blog.nada.org/2022/03/12/how-to-make-dealerships-the-no-1-resource-for-ev-buyers/ DEALERS: GET IN LINE TO GET ELECTRIFIED, SAYS E-MOBILITY EXPERT - Dealerships that want to go all-in on electrification are in a race—a race for load capacity, according to Sean Gouda, Executive Vice President, Future Energy. - The main issue is utility upgrades are long-term capital projects that can take up to five years to complete. Distribution circuits have only so much capacity available. Utilities must install new lines, and upgrade transformers and substations. Coupled with the increase demand for electrification and the approaching fleet of EVs, dealers are facing potential electrical gridlock. - Gouda also recommended that dealers who are installing EV infrastructure, such as transformers and panels, take a long-term view when it comes to planning. “Everything you build should have a modular capability to it. You want to future-proof these components and build the foundation to expand your business in EVs. Spend the money now … to electrify your business for five or even 10 years from now.” Original Source : https://blog.nada.org/2022/03/11/dealers-get-in-line-to-get-electrified-says-e-mobility-expert/ BMW IX5 HYDROGEN - HOW DOES IT COMPARE TO A BATTERY-POWERED ELECTRIC VEHICLE?   Original Source : https://www.bmwblog.com/2022/03/13/bmw-ix5-hydrogen-video-review/ REGULATORY FILING SHOWS WHAT BYD SEAL LOOKS LIKE Original Source : https://cnevpost.com/2022/03/14/regulatory-filing-shows-what-byd-seal-looks-like/ DELHI: RIDE-HAILING STARTUPS WITH ELECTRIC VEHICLE-ONLY FLEET Original Source : https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/delhi/how-ride-hailing-startups-with-ev-only-fleet-are-ushering-in-change-for-climate/articleshow/90189525.cms SEGWAY UNVEILS 30+ MPH SEATED ELECTRIC SCOOTER WITH GPS AND OTHER TECH Original Source : https://electrek.co/2022/03/13/segway-unveils-new-30-mph-seated-electric-scooter-for-the-international-market/ QUESTION OF THE WEEK WITH EMOBILITYNORWAY.COM Do you think rising fuel prices at the pumps will have a direct impact on EV sales? Email me any feedback to: hello@evnewsdaily.com It would mean a lot if you could take 2mins to leave a quick review on whichever platform you download the podcast. And  if you have an Amazon Echo, download our Alexa Skill, search for EV News Daily and add it as a flash briefing. Come and say hi on Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter just search EV News Daily, have a wonderful day, I'll catch you tomorrow and remember…there's no such thing as a self-charging hybrid. PREMIUM PARTNERS PHIL ROBERTS / ELECTRIC FUTURE BRAD CROSBY PORSCHE OF THE VILLAGE CINCINNATI AUDI CINCINNATI EAST VOLVO CARS CINCINNATI EAST NATIONAL CAR CHARGING ON THE US MAINLAND AND ALOHA CHARGE IN HAWAII DEREK REILLY FROM THE EV REVIEW IRELAND YOUTUBE CHANNEL RICHARD AT RSEV.CO.UK – FOR BUYING AND SELLING EVS IN THE UK EMOBILITYNORWAY.COM/

Show #1400 Good morning, good afternoon and good evening wherever you are in the world, welcome to EV News Daily, you trusted source of information. It's Thursday 10th March, it's Martyn Lee here and I go through every EV story so you don't have to. 2024 CHEVY BLAZER EV WILL HAVE AN SS PERFORMANCE VARIANT - Chevrolet's Blazer crossover is going electric for the 2024 model year with the launch of the Blazer EV and a teaser video released today indicates a performance-oriented SS trim will be part of the lineup - The Blazer follows an onslaught of other electric vehicle announcements from General Motors, including the GMC Hummer EV and Chevy Silverado EV pickup trucks, all of which use the company's Ultium battery technology. - Earlier this year, Chevrolet revealed the first images of the Equinox EV, an electric SUV sharing the name of the company's popular compact crossover. - Chevy says that the Blazer will be the company's first EV to gain a performance SS badge when it debuts later this year. - The Blazer SS will go on sale in spring of 2023 Original Source : https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a39384135/2024-chevy-blazer-ev-ss-performance-variant/ CHEVY TEASES ITS FIRST PERFORMANCE ELECTRIC VEHICLE, THE 2024 BLAZER EV SS - The automaker revealed little about the Blazer at CES, though, preferring instead to share details about the Equinox. Set to go on sale with an MSRP of around $30,000, the compact Equinox SUV will be a bargain by EV standards. Despite that, big screens and fancy technology will still be present, suggesting that Chevrolet is taking its transition to electric vehicles seriously. Original Source : https://www.carscoops.com/2022/03/chevy-teases-its-first-performance-electric-vehicle-the-2024-blazer-ev-ss GENERAL MOTORS PARTNERING WITH CALIFORNIA UTILITY PROVIDER PG&E FOR V2H PILOT - General Motors announced a new partnership with California utility provider Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) that will allow GM customers to use their electric vehicles as backup power sources for their homes. - As part of the pilot, PG&E and GM will test vehicles with bidirectional charging technology that can help safely power the essential needs of a properly equipped home. Bidirectional charging capabilities offer a higher level of electric resiliency and less reliability on the grid, especially during peak times. - The pilot includes the use of bidirectional hardware that's paired with software-defined communications protocols that will enable power to flow from a charged EV battery into a customer's home. The software will automatically coordinate between the EV, home and PG&E's electric supply from the street. - The pilot will test bidirectional power technology with multiple GM EVs. - Last month, Ford announced a partnership with San Francisco-based Sunrun, a provider of residential solar panels and home batteries that allows Ford F-150 Lightning owners to use their truck's substantial battery reserves as a home's emergency power source. - To use Ford's Intelligent Backup Power, customers will need to install the Ford Charge Station Pro and Home Integration System, which includes a power inverter plus a dark start battery and transfer switch, enabling two-way power flow between the home and vehicle. Original Source : https://www.futurecar.com/5254/General-Motors-Partnering-With-California-Utility-Provider-PG&E-in-a-Pilot-That-Will-Allow-its-EVs-to-Power-Homes TESLA DEPLOYS EMERGENCY SOFTWARE UPDATE 2022.4.5.12 TO CALIBRATE LFP BATTERIES - Tesla appears to be taking a more serious step to fix the issue of the new 12V Li-Ion batteries failing in Model 3s equipped with lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries. - An emergency software update was deployed today, 2022.4.5.12, which can be downloaded and installed over the vehicle's LTE connection - Tesla says the range indicator in the vehicle is being calibrated, without providing further details on how exactly that is being accomplished. - Last week we reported how LFP batteries in recently delivered Model 3s that had not been charged to 100% were over or underestimating the vehicle's range. This caused the computer to think the car still had 10% of range left when in reality the main battery was already at 0%. - When the main battery died, the 12V Li-Ion battery was also dying Original Source : https://driveteslacanada.ca/software-updates/tesla-deploys-emergency-software-update-2022-4-5-12-to-calibrate-lfp-batteries TESLA CONFIRMS DELIVERIES OF GERMAN-BUILT MODEL YS ARE STARTING ON MARCH 22 - Tesla has confirmed that deliveries of Model Y vehicles built at Gigafactory Berlin in Germany are starting on March 22. - Last week, after months of delays, Tesla finally received its official building permit following the environmental approval of its Gigafactory Berlin project. - However, the approval was conditional on about 400 different conditions that the automaker needed to confirm. Surprisingly, German officials said at the time that they expected Tesla to fulfill all those conditions within the next two weeks. - March 22 will mark an important step for Tesla by starting deliveries of European-made vehicles and putting it on a path of better logistical efficiency. Original Source : https://electrek.co/2022/03/09/tesla-confirms-deliveries-german-built-model-y-starting-march-22/ BRANDENBURG TO MAKE WATER EXTRACTION ALLOWANCES FOR GIGAFACTORY  - After the permit for water extraction, which was found to be illegal and also affects the Tesla factory, Brandenburg wants to tolerate partial extraction. This would allow the public water supply to be maintained, the Ministry of the Environment told the DPA. - On Friday evening, the Administrative Court of Frankfurt (Oder) had declared the water permit issued in 2020 “unlawful and unenforceable”. - In a first reaction, the Straußberg-Erkner Water Association (WSE) had demanded that the state tolerate the water pumping until the procedure was made up for. - However, the 1.4 million cubic metres of water actually contractually guaranteed by the WSE for Tesla would only be needed when the carmaker in Grünheide has actually reached its full capacity of 500,000 cars per year. When that will be the case is still unclear. Original Source : https://www.electrive.com/2022/03/08/brandenburg-to-make-water-extraction-allowances-for-gigafactory TESLA MODEL 3 PRODUCTION ALLOCATION TO EUROPE FROM GIGA SHANGHAI IS SOLD OUT FOR 2022 - Tesla can't produce the Model 3 and Model Y fast enough to meet the huge demand. The situation is worst in Europe, where the customers rely on Giga Shanghai production allocation. In the case of Model 3 RWD and LR AWD, the estimated delivery time to Germany has jumped to February 2023. This is just shy of a full year away. - This is true for the customers in Germany, France, and United Kingdom. The waiting time is significantly longer than what people in the North American market are facing. For American customers, the same vehicles are promised to be delivered in May 2022, while the Canadians have to wait until August 2022. Original Source : https://www.autoevolution.com/news/tesla-model-3-production-allocation-to-europe-from-giga-shanghai-is-sold-out-for-2022-183497.html PORSCHE AND MERCEDES-BENZ HALT PRODUCTION LINES - Both Mercedes-Benz and Porsche, among other automakers, are once more faced with parts and component shortages. This time, the Ukraine war is cited as the root cause for production pauses. - The two premium German brands are joining BMW, Mini, and Volkswagen, all of which have been forced to idle plants across Europe. At the moment, March 18th is the project date for a return to normal activities however that could change at any moment. - One of the main missing parts of wiring harnesses which were made in Ukraine. Part production was halted once Russia invaded the country according to Automotive News Europe. - Mercedes-Benz has halted S-Class and EQS production at its Sindelfingen plant near Stuttgart. Benz's neighbours, Porsche, deferred Taycan output at its Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen factory. - Porsche specified that about 200 Taycans will not be built. Over at Mercedes, no such detail has been disclosed. Original Source : https://motorillustrated.com/porsche-and-mercedes-benz-halt-production-lines/95500/ ELECTRIC VEHICLE BOSSES PROPOSE TWO DIFFERENT CHARGING SOLUTIONS Original Source : https://www.scmp.com/tech/policy/article/3169724/two-sessions-2022-electric-vehicle-bosses-propose-two-different MOST VOLKSWAGEN PLUG-IN HYBRIDS CAN'T BE ORDERED ANYMORE Original Source : https://www.motor1.com/news/572319/vw-plug-in-hybrids-stopped/ RENTAL CAR GIANTS EMBARK ON ELECTRIC AFTER PANDEMIC BONANZA Original Source : https://www.reuters.com/technology/rental-car-giants-embark-electric-after-pandemic-bonanza-2022-03-09/ QUESTION OF THE WEEK WITH EMOBILITYNORWAY.COM Do you think rising fuel prices at the pumps will have a direct impact on EV sales? Email me any feedback to: hello@evnewsdaily.com It would mean a lot if you could take 2mins to leave a quick review on whichever platform you download the podcast. 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Show #1398 Good morning, good afternoon and good evening wherever you are in the world, welcome to EV News Daily, you trusted source of information. It's Tuesday 8th March, it's Martyn Lee here and I go through every EV story so you don't have to. FORD DEALERS WILL FINALLY BE FORCED TO LEARN ABOUT ELECTRIC VEHICLES - In the wake of the decision to split its EV and gasoline vehicle divisions, Ford has announced that its dealers will need to "opt-in" to selling EVs along with normal combustion cars, according to Automotive News. - While the company has no apparent plans to create new dealers or work outside its network of roughly 3,100 existing retail stores, Ford CEO Jim Farley said in an interview that dealers should "get ready to specialize." - Dealers that currently sell the Mustang Mach-E, E-Transit, and are anticipating inventory of the new F-150 Lightning can continue selling them for the next year and a half. - The new dealer agreement isn't finalized yet, but Ford executives have made clear they hope for a no-inventory, direct-order model, as well as non-negotiable pricing and smaller facilities for dealers. - Tesla, one of Ford's main EV competitors, works off of a direct sale model, which Farley estimates helps Tesla save almost $2,000 per vehicle. But he added that "not everything can be done remote" and that Ford still understands the importance of brick-and-mortar dealerships in customer satisfaction. Original Source : https://www.thedrive.com/news/44619/ford-dealers-will-finally-be-forced-to-learn-about-electric-vehicles NUMEROUS FORD MUSTANG MACH-E TRIMS NO LONGER ABLE TO BE ORDERED - Ford has reportedly stopped taking orders for two Mustang Mach-E trims due to excessive demand. According to Ford Authority, who site sources "familiar with the matter", the Blue Oval will not take any new orders for Premium and California Route 1 trim levels for the remained of the 2022 model year. - Mach-E buyers will only be able to get the Extended Range battery by buying the $61,995 GT. The Select trim only comes with the Standard Range pack, although you can get it in either RWD or AWD guise. - The ongoing semiconductor shortage likely played a key role in Ford's decision. The marque has already experienced production issues this year. Last month Mach-E production was temporarily halted due to supply chain issues. Original Source : https://insideevs.com/news/571729/mach-e-trims-not-available GM ANNOUNCES $400 MILLION EV BATTERY MATERIALS PLANT IN CANADA - General Motors and South Korea's POSCO Chemical announced plans to build a new EV battery materials plant in Quebec, Canada. - The two parties said they are working with the governments of Canada and Quebec to build a new facility that will produce cathode active material (CAM), with the investment estimated at $400 million (C$500 million). - The cathode active material produced at the new plant will go into GM's Ultium batteries, which will power electric vehicles such as the Chevrolet Silverado EV, GMC Hummer EV and Cadillac Lyriq. CAM is a key battery material consisting of components like processed nickel, lithium and other materials making up about 40% of the cost of a battery cell. - By the end of 2025, GM plans to have capacity to build 1 million electric vehicles in North America. The company targets the majority of components by value to be sustainably sourced, processed or manufactured in North America. Original Source : https://insideevs.com/news/571967/gm-announces-400million-battery-materials-plant-canada/ NICKEL PRICE SURGE COULD THREATEN AUTOMAKERS' EV PLANS - The price of nickel is surging as investors take stock of the new global reality: Russia, a key supplier of the metal, is now facing extensive sanctions following its invasion of Ukraine. - In an unusual step, the London Metal Exchange suspended nickel trading on Tuesday morning after three-month contract prices more than doubled to over $100,000 per ton. - Nickel is a critical ingredient in the lithium-ion battery cells used in most electric vehicles sold in — and planned for — the U.S. market. Its abrupt price surge has analysts and investors raising hard questions about automakers' ambitious electric-vehicle programs. - When the battery cell is charged, lithium ions are driven from the cathode to the anode. As the cell is discharged, the ions move back to the cathode, releasing energy.In recent years, automakers have discovered that adding more nickel to the cathode can boost a battery's energy density, which translates into more range per pound of batteries. - Some use even more, in part to reduce or eliminate cobalt, and in part to increase density for premium applications: The cathodes in cells that Korean battery giant LG Chem supplies to Tesla are 90% nickel, for instance. - Given the relatively high cost of nickel, and the concerns about supply that were being voiced before Russia invaded Ukraine, automakers have signaled that lithium-ion batteries with high-nickel cathodes are likely to be limited to premium applications. Original Source : https://www.cnbc.com/2022/03/08/nickel-price-surge-could-threaten-automakers-ev-plans.htm EPA PROPOSES CUTS TO SMOG, SOOT POLLUTION FROM HEAVY TRUCKS - The Biden administration is proposing stronger pollution regulations for new tractor-trailer rigs that would clean up smoky diesel engines and encourage new technologies during the next two decades. - The proposal released Monday by the Environmental Protection Agency would require the industry to cut smog-and-soot-forming nitrogen oxide emissions by up to 90% per truck over current standards by 2031. The emissions can cause respiratory problems in humans. - Although truck manufacturers are working on battery-electric and hydrogen fuel cell powertrains, the EPA says the proposal is not a zero-emissions truck requirement. Rather, the agency says there are pollution control devices in development that can keep diesels in use and still clean the air. - Environmental groups praised the EPA's action, but many urged the administration to move quickly on the proposal and then go farther toward requiring zero-emissions trucks. - The new standards would bring widespread air quality improvements, particularly in areas already exposed to heavy truck traffic, officials say. Original Source : https://www.autoblog.com/2022/03/08/epa-smog-soot-heavy-trucks/ STELLANTIS BUILDS EV CAPACITY WITH BATTERY SUPPLIER PARTNERSHIPS - Stellantis entered into a pair of joint partnerships with Korean battery suppliers, adding necessary capacity for planned North American EV production - The battery partnerships are long-term investments in Stellantis' goal of 5 million battery-electric vehicle sales by 2030. - Jeep's first fully electric SUV will roll out in early 2023, and a Ram 1500 BEV pickup truck will arrive in 2024 Original Source : https://www.supplychaindive.com/news/stellantis-battery-supplier-partnerships-EV-parts-components-procurement-distribution/619719/ TESLA'S CYLINDRICAL BATTERY COULD BE ‘GAME-CHANGER': REPORT - Tesla's new tab-less cylindrical battery cell has the potential to become a game-changer in the electric vehicle industry, according to the Korea Automotive Technology Institute (KATECH). - The KATECH released an industry trend report on Monday that said the EV market must prepare for what is to come after Tesla starts mass producing its 4680 batteries. - The institute predicts battery companies that currently focus on producing unified cells and pouch cells will have to choose between continuing to speedily produce their cells or coming up with their own tab-less cylindrical cells. - It added that as important as it is to develop next-generation secondary battery technology, it is just as important to improve the design and economic feasibility of existing secondary battery technology. Original Source : http://www.koreaherald.com/view.php HERO ELECTRIC & SUN MOBILITY PARTNER UP FOR BATTERY SWAPPING IN INDIA - In India, electric two-wheeler manufacturer Hero Electric has announced its partnership with Sun Mobility, a provider of energy infrastructure and services for EVs, to deploy electric two-wheelers integrated with the latter's smart-swappable battery technology. - Sun Mobility battery swapping stations will also be appearing at petrol stations from the Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) - Sun Mobility's swappable battery also powers Piaggio‘s Ape E-City - Sohinder Gill, CEO, Hero Electric, said, “Battery Swapping is emerging as a good catalyst for the exponential growth of the electric two-wheelers in India. It reduces the upfront cost of buying a two-wheeler, eliminates the range anxiety and the apprehensions about the useful life of the batteries. It certainly makes a lot of sense for the B2B customers as the swapping stations can be placed in the working zones for the riders to allow them to run their bikes without waiting for the recharging of the batteries.” Original Source : https://www.electrive.com/2022/03/07/hero-electric-sun-mobility-partner-up-for-battery-swapping-in-india/ BRAND NEW SIX-FIGURE TESLA MODEL X DELIVERED WITH MISMATCHED TIRES Original Source : https://www.motortrend.com/news/tesla-model-x-mismatched-tires-delivery/ PEUGEOT REACHES OVER 1000 E-LCV SALES ALREADY IN 2022 Original Source : https://electriccarsreport.com/2022/03/peugeot-reaches-over-1000-e-lcv-sales-already-in-2022/ ENDING THE UK'S DEPENDENCE ON RUSSIAN DIESEL Original Source : https://newautomotive.org/blog/ending-dependence-on-russian-diesel TESLA SUPERCHARGER FEE GAFFE RESULTS IN MODEL 3 OWNER TEMPORARILY GETTING $600K BILL Original Source : https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-supercharger-fee-600k-gaffe-china/ QUESTION OF THE WEEK WITH EMOBILITYNORWAY.COM Do you think rising fuel prices at the pumps will have a direct impact on EV sales? Email me any feedback to: hello@evnewsdaily.com It would mean a lot if you could take 2mins to leave a quick review on whichever platform you download the podcast. And  if you have an Amazon Echo, download our Alexa Skill, search for EV News Daily and add it as a flash briefing. Come and say hi on Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter just search EV News Daily, have a wonderful day, I'll catch you tomorrow and remember…there's no such thing as a self-charging hybrid. PREMIUM PARTNERS PHIL ROBERTS / ELECTRIC FUTURE BRAD CROSBY PORSCHE OF THE VILLAGE CINCINNATI AUDI CINCINNATI EAST VOLVO CARS CINCINNATI EAST NATIONAL CAR CHARGING ON THE US MAINLAND AND ALOHA CHARGE IN HAWAII DEREK REILLY FROM THE EV REVIEW IRELAND YOUTUBE CHANNEL RICHARD AT RSEV.CO.UK – FOR BUYING AND SELLING EVS IN THE UK EMOBILITYNORWAY.COM/