Watch out Tesla - A Chinese EV Drove 650 miles of range on a single charge
NIO, a prominent electric vehicle manufacturer in China, has recently completed a remarkable range test for their latest 150 kWh semi-solid-state electrolyte battery pack. This test, performed in real-world conditions, achieved an impressive 652.5 miles (1044 km) on a single charge, setting a new benchmark in EV battery performance. NIO's CEO William Li personally took the wheel for this test, which was live-streamed to demonstrate the battery's capabilities.
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SpaceX Moves Starship Booster and Ship to Launch Pad
In preparation for the upcoming launch, SpaceX has implemented several enhancements to the launch pad, or Stage Zero. These include a water-cooled steel plate and refurbished hold-down points, aimed at protecting the pad from the intense forces and heat generated during launch. These improvements, coupled with the absence of a traditional flame trench, demonstrate SpaceX's innovative approach to launch pad design and safety.
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FAA in the Hot Seat For Starship Launches
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Alex Jones and Elon Musk Week in Review
In a striking event, Elon Musk joined a conversation on X (formerly Twitter) Spaces with controversial figures including conspiracy theorist Alex Jones and Andrew Tate, among others. The nearly three-hour session covered a range of topics, from Musk's views on population growth to discussions involving misinformation, attracting an audience of over 60,000 live listeners.
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Big News for EV Drivers: SAE Rolls Out Game-Changing NACS Charging Standard
The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) has achieved a significant milestone in electric vehicle (EV) technology with the completion of its North American Charging Standard (NACS) certification. This new standard is poised to address numerous challenges in EV charging, promising a more efficient and accessible charging infrastructure.
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Building Blocks of Life Found on Saturn's Moon
Recent discoveries have intensified interest in Saturn's moon Enceladus as a potential habitat for life. Scientists have detected hydrogen cyanide, a vital molecule in the origin of life, in Enceladus' plumes, alongside a rich array of organic compounds. These findings, derived from data collected by NASA's Cassini spacecraft, suggest that Enceladus harbors more chemical energy than previously believed, which could support life.
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Tesla Begins Cybertruck Deliveries
Tesla is reportedly gearing up to deliver its much-anticipated Cybertruck to customers, with early orders set to be fulfilled in the coming weeks. This development follows sightings of several Cybertrucks at Tesla's Gigafactory in Austin, Texas, signaling that the electric vehicle (EV) giant is advancing towards a new phase in its product offerings.
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Starbucks getting into the EV industry
Starbucks is making strides in the electric vehicle (EV) sector by introducing charging stations at select U.S. locations. In collaboration with Volvo, this initiative has led to the establishment of electric vehicle charging stations at 15 Starbucks locations along a 1,000-mile route between Denver and Seattle. This move is a significant step in addressing the charging infrastructure deficit in North America.
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