Georgia State

New Carlisle, IN

General Motors finalized the joint venture it formed with Samsung SDI in April 2023 to manufacture electric vehicle batteries – but the two partners have pushed the start of production forward by a year. The $3.5-billion project is being built now in New Carlisle, Ind., and will start manufacturing prismatic battery cells at an annual rate of 27 GWh in 2027, not in 2026 as first announced, and later rising to 30 GWh annually.

GM Reschedules New EV Battery Plant

California State

GRID: Regional transmission experts say the buildup of energy-intensive data centers poses an “emerging risk” to grid reliability in the West. (OPB) California’s public advocacy agency recommends applying new net-metering rules to existing rooftop solar, saying slashing compensation would reduce cost-shifting to non-solar customers. (PV Magazine) A...

Analysts: Data centers pose emerging risk to the Western grid

The Independent

  Jaguar is telling owners of about 3,000 electric SUVs to park them outdoors and away from structures due to the risk of battery fires.The British automaker is recalling I-Pace SUVs from the 2019 model year, but has not yet developed a final remedy.As an interim fix, dealers will update the battery energy control computer to limit battery charging to 80% of capacity. The company has issued three previous recalls for the same problem, and all of the SUVs will need the new remedy. The previous recalls updated diagnostic software. The automaker says in documents posted Thursday by U.S....

Jaguar tells owners of older I-Pace electric SUVs to park them outdoors due to battery fire risk

Texas State

GRID: A flood of new solar and battery capacity have kept Texas’ independent state power grid afloat as it sets a new record for peak demand, experts say, though some state lawmakers also credit a new conservation alert system. (Canary Media, KIII) STORAGE:. Georgia Power plans to install 500...

Renewables prop up the Texas grid against record demand

Indiana State

Straight Arrow News SANcom

GM and Samsung SDI announced a $4.5 billion deal to build a new electric vehicle battery plant in Indiana on Wednesday.

GM, Samsung announce $3.5 billion plan to build Indiana EV battery plant

Phoenix, AZ

The US Sun

DOZENS of defunct, single-passenger EVs found their final resting place in a junkyard miles outside Phoenix, Arizona. In an Instagram post, a driver said he found the broken-down EVs in a heap with other dead vehicles. Dozens of turned-over ElectraMeccanica Solos were laid to rest in a junkyard, according to a video posted by Instagrammer […]

Stunning images of EV ‘graveyard’ filled with broken down cars that can’t be fixed after vehicles worth $18k quit

BGR.com

More and more people are buying electric cars or considering one as their next purchase, but EVs do have a problem: the battery. The range for most cars isn’t where manufacturers and consumers would want it to be. Also, charging times can differ in speed, which can be a problem depending on what sort of trips you’re taking.
Then there’s the actual battery health to consider, as the battery will degrade in time, requiring an expensive replacement. That’s assuming buyers won’t rather buy a brand-new EV car.
The lifespan of an electric car’s battery also opens up environmental concerns. Ideally, that EV...

EV batteries with a 600-mile range and fast charging speeds are coming

Queen City News

(iSeeCars) – Electric cars are supposed to supplant internal-combustion-powered vehicles over the next 10-20 years. And while the sales of electric cars are growing, they remain a small fraction of the U.S. market due to their higher costs and limited charging stations. These problems should be resolved over the next few years, with likely breakthroughs […]

How Much is an Electric Car Battery?

As electric vehicles become more mainstream, many buyers are making the switch due to the environmental benefits and lower fuel costs. The transition to electric cars has had its bumps in the road, many of which the average buyer may not be aware of. A lack of charging infrastructure and issues with range are just the tip of the iceberg.

10 Brutal Truths Most Electric Car Buyers Don't Understand

The basic version of the Mona M03 electric coupe starts at 119,800 yuan ($16,812), with a driving range of 515 kilometers (320 miles) and some parking assist features. A version of the Mona M03 with the more advanced "Max" driver assist features and a driving range of 580 kilometers will sell for 155,800 yuan.

Xpeng releases mass-market EV with basic driver-assist for less than $20,000

Business Insider

The longer EVs sit around on dealer lots, the cheaper they get for customers.

It's a great time to buy an EV

SlashGear

The automotive realm is jam-packed with acronyms. There's EV for electric vehicle, MDS for Multi-Displacement System, ABS for Anti-lock Brake System, and hundreds of other abbreviations. One such linguistic shortcut that has become very common in the last couple of decades is SUV, but what does SUV mean and what is the history of this term?

What Does SUV Stand For? The Meaning Behind The Abbreviation

Las Vegas, NV

While there may be doubt about whether electric vehicle charging stations are targeted by vandals or thieves going after copper, this video proves that there are people willing to destroy a good thing for no reason. Maybe the culprit would've done this no matter the automobile's make, but they surely...

Video catches biker suffering immediate consequences after vandalizing Tesla: 'Did not go well for him'

Chances are if you're at all familiar with cars, you've heard of the Toyota Motor Company. It has been around since the 1930s, delivering cars, trucks, and SUVs of varying quality and price to drivers. Toyota has grown to become a global juggernaut as well, manufacturing its vehicles in multiple different countries. While there are some used Toyota models you should steer clear of at all costs, there are also loads of new and used ones worth buying. Of course, it finds its roots in and is currently headquartered in Japan, so it's no surprise that many of its models are built there.

How To Tell If A Toyota Was Built In Japan

Massachusetts State

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Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Yoda, a tiny 9-pound senior Shih Tzu who is ready to steal your heart. This little pup is an older boy who has lived his life loved by a caring owner. Sadly, his owner recently passed away, and their family was not able to take care of Yoda. Luckily, Great Dog Rescue New England was able to take him in and place him safely with a foster. He still has a lot of life left in him, and he hopes to spend the majority of it snoozing in YOUR bed.

This Tiny Shih Tzu Who Lost His Owner Is Now Looking For New Family

Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

It's been two decades since beloved actor Brian Kelly died of pneumonia at 73 in 2005. Best known as Porter Ricks in the classic TV family show Flipper(NBC, 1964-1967), Kelly had once suffered a paralyzing motorcycle accident that ended his acting career. However, he rechanneld his creative talent and became a producer. This is his story.

The Paralyzing Accident & Tragic Death of TV's 'Flipper' Father Brian Kelly: Two Decades Later

The Biden-Harris administration has earmarked more than $5 billion for a National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) fund that aims to have 500,000 EV chargers operational in 2030. Instead of just doling out grants for building new chargers, however, the NEVI fund is doing the smart thing and will be repairing...

US government will triple the speed of many public EV chargers at $33,000 a pop as Honda pegs Midwest a charging desert

CarBuzz.com

Electric C-Class and GLC coming in 2026 are crucial for Mercedes' EV strategy to compete with Tesla, BMW, and Audi. Electric GLC is expected to drive growth in Mercedes' electric sales despite challenges in the EV segment. Mercedes aims to continue offering gas-powered vehicles alongside EVs. Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Kallenius...

Mercedes' Most Important Models Are Going Electric Soon

The Powerhouse of Electric Vehicles: Lithium-ion Batteries. When we talk about energy, batteries are inseparable, especially lithium-ion batteries that power our beloved smartphones. Similar to these tiny powerhouses, electric vehicles (EVs) too use lithium-ion batteries, but they are much more potent. In simpler terms, imagine your smartphone battery on steroids, and that’s what an electric vehicle battery is.

Understanding the Risk of Electric Vehicle Battery Fires – An Insight for Young Minds

NewsBreak

Feds take another look at permit for Hyundai’s Georgia EV complex

ELECTRIC VEHICLES: The Army Corps of Engineers will reassess the permit it awarded to Hyundai’s planned $7.6 billion electric vehicle and battery factory in Georgia because...

Feds take another look at permit for Hyundai’s Georgia EV complex

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