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The BMW i3 REX was the first attempt to market an extended-range EV—a BEV with a generator—but it didn’t quite succeed. Can larger EREVs improve both GHG emissions and consumer acceptance while reducing dependence on DC fast charging? The answer may lie beyond technology alone. New policy tools that reflect real-world fleet performance can encourage OEMs to support frequent charging and earn credits when they do. Current tools, like utility factors and supply-side regulations, are not a sufficient starting point, but many OEMs are exploring promising new technologies, engines, and fuels that may show potential for deep GHG reductions with regular charging may not be a good starting point, but many OEMS are testing new technologies, engines and fuels that shows high potential. https://lnkd.in/gzrMpFBA

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Volkswagen and Rivian are teaming up with a jaw-dropping $5.8 billion investment. 💰 But here's the twist—Rivian is battling $39K losses per vehicle. How does VW plan to turn the tables? 🔄 What’s really behind this bold partnership? Is it all about tech? Or survival? 🚗⚡ And why is 2027 the year that could define the future of EVs globally? 🌍✨ The answers might just surprise you. 👀 📌 Tap the link to unravel the full story of this high-stakes EV collaboration. https://lnkd.in/g-S4ji9W Follow Karmactive for updates on EVs, tech, and more! 🚀💡

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We’re truly sorry to hear about the recent layoffs at Nikola Corporation If you’ve been affected, you’re not alone—and EV.Careers is here to help you find your next opportunity in the EV industry. We’re all about supporting EV professionals like you in taking the next step forward. 👉 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐣𝐨𝐛 𝐛𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐬𝐨 𝐄𝐕 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮: https://lnkd.in/g5MCfqRn 👉 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐣𝐨𝐛 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐕 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲: https://ev.careers/jobs 👉 Want to stand out? Fill out our quick Google Form and 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞—it’s a great way to get noticed: https://lnkd.in/gTyWPdH8 👉 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐕 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬. Whether you need advice, a listening ear, or just want to network, we’re here: https://lnkd.in/gJUVNJiX If you or someone you know has been impacted, tag them below or share this post. Let’s help each other get back on track. #EVcareers #EVjobs #Layoffs #Nikola #NikolaLayoffs #EVlayoffs #Support #ElectricVehicle

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Tesla's new Supercharger is a game changer! Tesla's latest Supercharger update comes with big speed improvements for vehicles with larger battery packs. It supports vehicles with battery packs rated between 400V and 1,000V. Like the Tesla Cybertruck and Lucid Motors Air. SCN - Search Consulting Network is seeing high demand for engineers working on this EV charging technology. Particularly Software and Hardware Engineers. #scn #teslasupercharger #tesla #evcharging #evjobs #wearehiringnow

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🚍💨 Hydrogen & Battery Buses: OCTA and New Flyer Lead the Way with a $78M Investment The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) is teaming up with New Flyer, a leading manufacturer of zero-emission transit buses, to revolutionize public transportation. Together, they’re rolling out a $78 million investment to deploy both hydrogen and battery-electric buses, driving California closer to its clean energy goals. ✨ Investment Highlights: 10 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses: Using hydrogen to generate electricity, these buses provide long-range operation and emit only water vapor—ideal for extended routes. 10 Battery-Electric Buses: Fully powered by renewable electricity, these buses are perfect for shorter, urban routes, cutting greenhouse gas emissions significantly. 🌍 Why This Matters: This dual investment approach leverages the best of both technologies to ensure cleaner air, quieter streets, and a sustainable future. New Flyer continues to lead as a trusted partner in zero-emission mobility, while OCTA sets an example for public transit agencies worldwide. 💡 The Road Ahead: By embracing both hydrogen and battery-electric solutions, OCTA showcases how diverse technologies can work together to meet the varying demands of modern transit systems. What are your thoughts on this hybrid strategy for sustainable public transportation? Could this model work for other regions? Link to full article: https://lnkd.in/erfqYEN7 #Sustainability #PublicTransit #HydrogenEnergy #BatteryTech #ZeroEmission #CleanEnergy #Innovation #NewFlyer #OCTA

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Wouldn't it be so much easier if things just worked out? But alas, the recent problems with electric vehicle fires, and the persistent range anxiety - which, let's face it, is mostly due to an underdeveloped charging infrastructure - calls for other solutions. Will we now see the resurgence of the range extender? It's basically a combustion engine that only charges the battery, but does not drive the wheels. BMW Group stopped putting their range extender into the i3 in 2018, but recently, there has been more talk about it, by Jeep and Hyundai Motor Company (현대자동차), amongst other. Hyundai's EREV technology seems to be going in this direction, with their electric range extender for the Santa Fe by 2026. The race for innovation that we have seen in the transition to non-combustion mobility (electric and hydrogen) is also a race for #global #leadership #talent, to stay ahead in the competitive #automotive industry. I have to say, Hyundai has been doing a good job to attract innovative executives, such as Dr. Manfred Harrer who came from Porsche and Apple. It will be exciting to follow this journey. 🌍🚙 #Automotive #GlobalTalent #ElectricVehicles #Innovation https://lnkd.in/gdjRUZqs

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Happy Monday! Here are the outdoor and electric mobility headlines that caught our eye this week. 👉 Apple Considers EV Partnership, Maybe with Rivian Earlier this year, Apple halted its electric car project, but now the tech giant is reportedly weighing a partnership with an EV startup for round two—and Rivian looks like the most likely candidate. 👉 The Devils Hole Pupfish Comes Back to Death Valley The endangered Devils Hole pupfish has something of a cult following among conservation enthusiasts, and this spring the previously dwindling population is at a 19-year high. 👉 First Sodium-Ion Battery Factory Opens in the U.S. Startup Natron Energy recently opened the first commercial-scale sodium-ion battery factory in the U.S. in Holland, Michigan. 👉 Volkswagen Revamps its California Campervan More than 20 years after its launch, the iconic Volkswagen California campervan has received a major overhaul. There's just one catch: Despite its name, the vehicle (like its predecessor) will not be available in the U.S. 👉 Looser EV Battery Rules Can Make More Vehicles Eligible for Tax Credits In other EV battery news, the U.S. government has loosened some of its rules on component origins, potentially making more vehicles eligible for EV tax credits. Want more details on these stories? Get the full scope here: https://lnkd.in/gPZVZ7ew

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What’s the Most Important Artifact in Your Job? As I reflect on my professional journey, I’ve identified key artifacts that have shaped my roles: ✨HW Design Engineer: The Schematic - foundational for effective design. ✨Safety Engineer: Safety Analysis - essential for identifying and mitigating risks. ✨Safety Manager: The Safety Plan - crucial for proactive risk management. ✨Process Engineer: Process Framework - vital for efficiency and consistency. ✨System Engineer: Requirements Specification - the backbone of successful project outcomes. ✨Safety Assesssor: Impact Analysis- critical for understanding potential implications. Each of these artifacts has not only defined my responsibilities but also guided my decision-making and collaboration with teams. What about you? What’s the Most Important Artifact (MIA) in your role? Share your thoughts in the comments! Let’s learn from each other’s experiences and insights.🙌🙏

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Exciting developments are underway in the electrification space as Kitu Systems joins Southern California Edison (SCE), and other industry leaders such as Stellantis, Eaton, and more, to pioneer the standardization of Alternating Current Vehicle-to-Grid (AC V2G) technology! This groundbreaking work not only sets the stage for a seamless integration of EVs into the grid but also simplifies the experience for future EV drivers. 🔌🚗 By leveraging bidirectional capabilities, AC V2G technology allows EVs to feed power back into the grid using their onboard inverters, eliminating the need for additional equipment. This collaborative effort not only drives innovation but also fosters a more cost-effective and sustainable approach to electrification. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gDT8DXpZ #ElectricVehicles #V2G #V2GTechnology #CleanEnergy #FutureofEnergy

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We couldn't agree more with Rivian's Alan Hoffman "the LCFS features prominently in the state’s climate Scoping Plan. It’s no wonder, given the policy’s many benefits for transportation electrification. The state’s EV goals mean that it has never been more important to ensure that the LCFS is strong and stable." If policymakers and environmental advocates are serious about lowering #GHG emissions as quickly as possible, in order to both speed reductions in air pollution to disproportionately-impacted communities AND minimize costs for transitioning to cleaner fuels, they need to take a technology-neutral "all of the above" approach that leverages the innovation of markets and economic incentives. California Air Resources Board's Low Carbon Fuel Standard has already exceeded every transportation fuel carbon intensity-reduction target set, and as Rivian and other EV industry companies and LCFC members like EVgo, CleanFuture, Inc., and Bridge to Renewables (BTR) have repeatedly noted: "Under the LCFS, clean fuels earn credits that producers of dirty fuels buy to achieve compliance with the standard. The resulting market multiplies the business opportunity for companies up and down the clean transportation value chain. In Rivian’s case [...] fast chargers generate credits when they charge EVs on the road, while fleet owners earn credits when they charge our vans and trucks in their depots. Market-wide, electricity credits like these have already generated more than $1 billion in value to date—a powerful market signal and catalyst for growth in California’s EV sector." #lowcarbon #climatecrisis #climateactionnow #cleanfuels https://lnkd.in/etqZXT4M

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Big news for EV enthusiasts! 🚗💡 The US government is loosening some electric vehicle battery rules, potentially making more EVs eligible for tax credits. This could be a game-changer for the EV industry and consumers! Stay tuned for more updates. #EVNews #TaxCredits #Sustainability What are your thoughts on EVs? https://lnkd.in/gz7eJuDr

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Curious about how the Rivian Electric Delivery Van (EDV) performs after a full year with Amazon? Check out this detailed review to see how it holds up! Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3Xmtye2 #ElectricVehicles #RivianEDV #SustainableTransport #EVReview #GreenTech #GoElectric #CleanEnergy

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Happy Hump Day as we’re halfway through the week! Today we’re covering a BYD hybrid that can drive from NYC to Miami on a single charge/tank, how Toyota and other OEMs are decarbonizing with ICE and why Gen Z is getting summer jobs. https://lnkd.in/e9pAMq6R BYD has introduced a groundbreaking hybrid powertrain capable of exceeding 2,000 kilometers (1,250 miles) on a single charge and full tank, marking a significant advancement in hybrid technology. -The new hybrid powertrain was unveiled during a live-streamed event from China. -BYD's dual-mode plug-in electric hybrids can now travel distances comparable to New York to Miami or Munich to Madrid without needing to recharge or refuel. -This development highlights BYD's progress over five generations of hybrids since 2008. -BYD sold three million cars last year and delivered nearly one million cars by March this year. For every two hybrids sold in China, one is a BYD. https://lnkd.in/gTEfaTee Toyota Motor has unveiled next-generation engines designed for various car types, including hybrids and biofuel vehicles. This move targets stricter emissions standards and reflects Toyota's diversified approach beyond just EVs. -Toyota, Subaru, and Mazda displayed new 1.5L and 2.0L engines that are more compact, reducing volume and height compared to current models. -The new engines aim to integrate with electric components for decarbonizing internal combustion engines, making the new engines compatible with alternative fuels like e-fuels and biofuels. -"With these engines, each of the three companies will aim to optimize integration with motors, batteries, and other electric drive units," the companies stated. https://lnkd.in/efKg7RiB Gen Z is reversing the decline in teen employment, bringing back a key rite of passage for adolescents. -Teen labor force participation, once nearly 2 in 3 in the 1980s, has recently hit a 14-year high at 38%. -Rising wages, inflation-driven necessity, and high demand in retail and restaurant jobs are driving this trend. -In the coming weeks, employers are expected to add another 1.3 million summer jobs for teens, according to the firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas -Psychologist and author Jean Twenge highlights how teen jobs teach crucial life skills, saying “There is something lost when there are more young people who enter the workforce after college with no work experience… When they learn those lessons about how important it is to show up on time and do a good job and sometimes you have to listen to the boss, all of it builds conscientiousness for later in life.” Paul J Daly Kyle Mountsier #evs #electricvehicles #hybrid #genz #automotivenews #automotiveindustry

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