Members phkrause Posted December 7, 2023 Author Members Share Posted December 7, 2023 ⚡️ Hybrid cars have a moment ... Data: S&P Global Mobility. Chart: Tory Lysik/Axios Visuals 🔌 Electric vehicles get all the buzz. But many consumers are opting instead for hybrids — tiptoeing away from gasoline, Axios automotive expert Joann Muller reports. At $50,000, the average electric vehicle is still too expensive for many buyers. A lack of chargers remains a concern, too. Hybrids get great gas mileage and average less than $40,000, making them an attractive happy medium. 🚗 Carmakers are now rethinking their offerings, at least in the short run. Ford's hybrid sales rose 75.2% in November, led by hybrid versions of the Maverick and F-150 pickups. The company is now planning to quadruple its hybrid offerings in the next few years. Toyota, already the hybrid leader, is doubling down. Its next-generation Camry — the best-selling sedan in the U.S.— will be available only as a hybrid. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted December 7, 2023 Author Members Share Posted December 7, 2023 🔌 ... as EVs hit milestone Data: BloombergNEF. Chart: Axios Visuals Annual U.S. sales of purely electric vehicles have crossed the 1 million mark for the first time, Axios' Ben Geman writes from BloombergNEF data. Go deeper: A BNEF release + a detailed new report on EV markets push back against concerns about a drop in U.S. demand. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted December 11, 2023 Author Members Share Posted December 11, 2023 🔋 EV push is slow going Illustration: Shoshana Gordon/Axios More than two years after President Biden signed legislation allocating $5 billion for a nationwide network of taxpayer-funded electric vehicle chargers, the first one finally opened last Friday in Ohio. Why it matters: Having convenient, reliable fast chargers along major highways is a key confidence-booster for people considering an electric car, Axios' Joann Muller writes. But the government's effort to supply them is moving at typical government speed, while the privately funded buildout of charging stations continues separately. That slow pace is making it harder to achieve Biden's ultimate goal of EVs making up half of all new cars sold by 2030. 🧮 By the numbers: The U.S. will need 28 million home and public charging ports to support a potential 33 million plug-in electric vehicles by 2030, per the Energy Department's National Renewable Energy Laboratory. With 60,000 public chargers — including only 8,560 fast chargers — available today, the country still has a long way to go. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted December 22, 2023 Author Members Share Posted December 22, 2023 🔋 Win your EV road trip Illustration: Brendan Lynch/Axios Getting over the river and through the woods might be challenging this holiday season if the sleigh you're driving is an electric vehicle, Axios transportation guru Joann Muller writes from Detroit. Why it matters: EV road trips require advance planning — especially in colder weather, which can significantly diminish battery range. Joann's tips: When calculating your departure, factor in charging time so you don't miss any holiday festivities. Know how many miles it'll take to get to your destination and where you're going to charge. Err on the side of caution when estimating how far a charge will take you: An EV can lose battery range just sitting out in the cold. Save time by setting up billing accounts on the major charging network apps before you go. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted January 2 Author Members Share Posted January 2 BYD Posts Record Sales Quarter to Challenge Tesla at Own EV Game Chinese automaker BYD Co. sold 526,409 fully electric vehicles in the fourth quarter, meaning Tesla Inc. will need a record showing to maintain its No. 1 status when it unveils sales figures on Tuesday. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-01-01/byd-posts-record-sales-quarter-to-challenge-tesla-at-own-ev-game? Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted January 3 Author Members Share Posted January 3 🔋 Tesla dethroned as world's top EV maker Data: FactSet, BYD. Chart: Axios Visuals China-based automaker BYD is the world's bestselling electric vehicle company after topping Tesla in Q4. Why it matters: This is more about BYD's rise than Tesla's struggles. BYD, backed by investor Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway, is gaining in key international markets, Axios' Nathan Bomey and Ben Geman write. 🧮 By the numbers: Tesla reported yesterday that it delivered 484,000 EVs in the fourth quarter, up 19.5% from a year earlier. BYD sold 526,000 battery-only vehicles in the same quarter. BYD's off-road Yangwang U8. Photo: Costfoto/NurPhoto via Getty Images What's happening: "No one can match BYD on price," Dunne Insights analyst Michael Dunne writes, noting the company's September launch of the $11,500 BYD Seagull hatchback. Reality check: Tesla remains the world's leading seller of premium EVs — and isn't expected to face BYD in the U.S. anytime soon. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted January 10 Author Members Share Posted January 10 This EV Battery Tech Could Make Lithium-Ion Obsolete A new report analyzes patent data for 12 battery types and predicts which is most likely to disrupt the industry with ultra-fast-charging and next-level range. https://www.pcmag.com/news/this-ev-battery-tech-could-make-lithium-ion-obsolete? Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted January 21 Author Members Share Posted January 21 America's EV whiplash Illustration: Natalie Peeples/Axios Some of the largest traditional automakers are experiencing electric vehicle growing pains and pulling back on production, Axios' Noah Bressner writes. Why it matters: Consumer demand is falling behind lofty projections drummed up by manufacturers and other car-industry stalwarts. What's happening: Ford announced today that it's cutting output of the battery-powered F-150 Lightning to make more Bronco SUVs and Ranger pickup trucks. The CEO of Stellantis — which owns Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep — told reporters today that the auto industry risked an EV "bloodbath" if a pricing war started by Tesla continues. Rental car giant Hertz said last week that it plans to sell 20,000 of its EVs and buy more gas-powered rentals. GM stopped selling its Chevy Blazer EV — a brand-new model — late last month because of charging and software issues. 🖼️ The big picture: State governments, automakers and environmental activists are also struggling to push "super drivers" responsible for the most carbon emissions into EVs, the N.Y. Times writes from a new report by Coltura, an environmental nonprofit. The top 10% of drivers in the U.S. account for more than one-third of the nation's gasoline use for private light-duty vehicles, according to the report. The tricky part: Many super drivers who live in rural areas have limited access to charging stations outside their homes. EVs can also struggle in cold weather. Charging takes longer and driving range falls to around 70%, Axios' Sareen Habeshian writes. 🔎 Between the lines: The White House has unleashed a series of charging initiatives in recent days to ensure U.S. EV adoption doesn't fall off track, Axios Generate co-author Ben Geman writes. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted January 31 Author Members Share Posted January 31 🚘 Buggy software stalls EV switch Illustration: Sarah Grillo/Axios GM is racing to diagnose and fix software issues that have caused flickering screens, looping error messages and glitchy charging in some of its most important new electric vehicles, Axios' Joann Muller writes. Why it matters: Software bugs on your phone or laptop are an annoyance. A software snafu in a car could be life-threatening. What's happening: Multiple carmakers — including GM, VW, Volvo and Polestar — have delayed new EVs while they rethink their approach to software development. Most traditional automakers don't have the required software skills and are struggling to reorient their businesses. Keep reading ... Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted March 4 Author Members Share Posted March 4 This Lithium Mine May Launch the U.S. to Battery Dominance The Salton Sea is rich in minerals that could help power electric vehicles. However, environmental experts are still concerned it could have devastating consequences. https://www.thedailybeast.com/this-salton-sea-lithium-mine-may-launch-the-us-to-battery-dominance? Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 10 Author Members Share Posted April 10 Why Electric Cars Are Built for Cities, But Only Booming in the Suburbs EVs thrive in areas where home charging is easy, but the technology has more revolutionary potential as a small, efficient form of urban transit. Here's how we get there. https://www.pcmag.com/opinions/why-electric-cars-are-built-for-cities-but-only-booming-in-the-suburbs? Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 12 Author Members Share Posted April 12 🔌 Mapped: EV charging costs in Texas By Alan Neuhauser Data: Stable Auto; Note: Does not include Tesla charging stations; Map: Erin Davis/Axios Visuals Electric vehicle drivers in Texas face some of the highest charging rates at public stations. Why it matters: Charging an EV at a public charging site in Texas costs about three times as much as in Nebraska. The gap suggests EV charging companies are still figuring out how to price a top-off. By the numbers: It costs an average of 50 cents per kilowatt-hour to charge an electric car at a public charging station in Texas. The national average is 45 cents per kWh, according to data from EV charger software developer Stable Auto. Context: A typical EV with 300 miles of range usually takes about 75-100 kWh to go from empty to full. Between the lines: Charging networks such as Electrify America, EVgo and ChargePoint consider a host of factors in setting their charging price — not least the local electricity rate. Yes, but: The big gaps in prices among states suggest something is amiss, Stable argues. Gasoline prices also differ across state lines, but not as greatly as EV charging rates. What's next: More networks in the past six months have started adopting Tesla's variable pricing model, which accounts for the site location, time of day, and amount of power a station is delivering. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 24 Author Members Share Posted April 24 🌐 U.S. is just 10% of global EV market Reproduced from International Energy Agency. Chart: Axios Visuals The International Energy Agency, in an outlook out this morning, sees full EVs and plug-in hybrids together accounting for one in five light-duty vehicles — cars, SUVs and pickups — sold globally this year, Axios' Ben Geman writes. 60% of those sales will be in China, 25% in Europe and 10% in the U.S. 🔮 By 2030, almost 1 in 3 cars on the roads in China is set to be electric — and almost 1 in 5 in both the U.S. and Europe. Explore the data ... Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted Sunday at 01:04 AM Author Members Share Posted Sunday at 01:04 AM 🚙 EVs get loud Illustration: Sarah Grillo/Axios Electric cars are a whole lot quieter than gas-powered engines — but some drivers want the noise back. The electric version of the Dodge Charger comes with a system of speakers that pump out fabricated exhaust noise, Axios' Nathan Bomey reports. Aftermarket modifications can also dial up fake engine noise in Ford's electric Mustang. 🔊 Between the lines: EVs accelerate more quickly than even the fastest gas-powered engines. But some consumers don't just want a powerful engine — they want the old, familiar signifiers of a powerful engine. "It's funny in one sense," said Ivan Drury, an analyst at car research site Edmunds. "Are they also going to have an aromatizer diffuse a gasoline scent? Is it going to give you a little shimmy in the morning when you start it up?" Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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