Why It Matters: On a warmer planet, rainstorms are stronger. Human-driven climate change is amplifying flood threats globally. Rising sea levels are leading to more destructive coastal storm surges. A warmer atmosphere can hold more moisture, which means storms are primed to deliver more rain. But in many countries, the more significant driver of flood…
It has never been easy for Mary Cole to support herself and the 19-year-old grandson who lives with her in Bristol, Va., on her monthly $914 Supplemental Security Income check. But it’s getting harder. “I’ve been struggling a lot,” Ms. Cole said. Because benefits counselors at her local agency on aging have helped her apply…
The Volkswagen Group has a demand problem for its all-electric cars in Europe, which soon might affect its main factory in Zwickau, Germany. According to German media – Handelsblatt and Automobilwoche (via Reuters) – the weakened demand, combined with reduced subsidies, higher inflation, and competition from Tesla and Chinese imports, might translate into a reduction…
The craft can recharge in about five minutes, while passengers are unloading and boarding, said CEO JoeBen Bevirt. The idea is that travelers will book their trip, similar to a rideshare app. Electric air taxis could be transporting passengers from JFK Airport to downtown Manhattan by 2025 – on quiet, emissions-free journeys that take around…
GlobalData’s latest report “Global Sector Overview & Forecast – Sensors,” reveals that the APAC automotive sensors market is estimated to reach 7.6 billion units in 2023 and 8.3 billion units in 2028. New Delhi: Vehicle electrification and hybridization, alliances and collaborations among industry players, and rising consumer disposable income have indirectly stimulated the demand for…
Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4 or LFP) batteries are a type of rechargeable lithium-ion battery known for their high energy density, long cycle life, and enhanced safety characteristics. Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries are a promising technology with a robust chemical structure, resulting in high safety standards and long cycle life. Their…
We’ve lost track of how many times the Tesla Cybertruck has been spotted testing on public roads this year, but we haven’t seen it tackling off-road trails that often. Actually, Tesla’s electric pickup truck was spotted at a real off-road park only once before – last month at the Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area,…
You know, one of the absolute worst feelings in the world is when you get that creepy sensation that someone is spying on you. It’s just so unsettling, whether it’s happening in real life or online. I mean, seriously, who wants to be watched without their permission, right? That’s why it’s important for us to…
A Tesla Cybertruck release candidate (RC) unit made a surprise visit at the company’s 50,000th Supercharger stall yesterday evening, providing some metallic eye candy to the several brand enthusiasts who went to the California location to check out the red stall. Images and videos of the Cybertruck visiting the Ultra Red-colored Supercharger were posted on…
Many people find it tricky to explain the difference between Scheduled Departure and Scheduled Charging. Well, the Schedule Departure is to be used when you want to finish the charge at the picked time. Then again, the Scheduled Charging is to be used when you prefer to start the charge at the selected time. Apart…
