Materials such as cobalt and lithium are essential for producing electronic goods but often are produced in dangerous or illegal mines in conflict-riven countries. In a sign that the car industry is listening to mounting pressure to ensure that electric vehicle production does … [Read more...] about BMW becomes first automaker to join responsible mining initiative
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New battery design can charge an electric car in just 5 minutes
One of the major barriers to the uptake of electric vehicles is the length of time it takes to charge the battery compared to filling a car with petrol. What might alleviate the issue, though, is a new kind of battery technology developed by scientists at Penn State University, … [Read more...] about New battery design can charge an electric car in just 5 minutes
This classic American muscle car produces no sound and no emissions
At the Goodwood Festival of Speed in England, an iconic Ford Mustang was on display for all to see. The shiny black car looked just like any ‘American muscle’ car that growls loudly and consumes gasoline like water, but look a little closer and you notice the words ‘Charge EV … [Read more...] about This classic American muscle car produces no sound and no emissions
China’s huge electric bus fleet is paying off, both socially and environmentally
Making transportation greener has been a central theme to today's Optimist Daily. We've had a story on cargo ships, another on planes, and now another about electric busses. According to research, electric buses alone will save an astounding 270,000 barrels of diesel demand in … [Read more...] about China’s huge electric bus fleet is paying off, both socially and environmentally
EV wireless charging could become a reality sooner than you think
Electric vehicles have several advantages over vehicles with diesel or petrol-driven motors, but having to plug them in every day isn’t one of them. The good news is that soon EV drivers might not need to worry about that as companies are working on making wireless charging a … [Read more...] about EV wireless charging could become a reality sooner than you think