Near-unlimited EV range now a possibility thanks to surprising new technology — solar paint
Mercedes-Benz is developing a new type of solar paint that could free EV owners from the perennial problem of range anxiety

A new type of solar paint could extend the range of electric vehicles (EVs) to thousands of miles.

Revealing the technology on Nov. 24, automaker Mercedes-Benz representatives said its new photovoltaic paint could power an EV for up to 7,456 miles (12,000 kilometers) per year in optimal lighting conditions.

The "nanoparticle" paint can be applied directly to the body of an EV, reducing dependence on external charging. It is also based on non-toxic and readily available raw materials, making it both environmentally friendly and cost-effective to produce, Mercedes-Benz representatives said in a statement.
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Despite being extremely lightweight, the paint packs an energy efficiency of 20%, meaning one-fifth of sunlight energy that hits its surface is converted into usable power. This is comparable to the efficiency of common solar panels.

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The automaker claimed that covering a 118-square-feet (11-square-meter) area — comparable to a mid-size SUV — with the paint generated enough electricity to cover most daily driving needs. For example, drivers in Stuttgart could cover 62% of their daily commute using solar energy alone, while those in sunny Los Angeles might generate

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

European automakers slash EV prices while raising ICE models.
European automakers are reducing prices on EVs while raising prices on their ICE models, all in hopes of avoiding hefty fines as the European Union’s new emissions rules tighten at the beginning of 2025.
On January 1, the EU will drastically lower its cap on automotive CO2 emissions, meaning at least 20% of all sales from most car companies must be electric models to avoid heavy fines, Reuters reports. This year, 13% of all new cars sold in the region have been electric, according to the ACEA.

https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/european-automakers-slash-ev-prices-while-raising-ice-models/

This is an interesting way to go. Germany tax incentives ended in 2023 but will be available for 2025. Current survey show 97% of EV driver will buy another EV and only 1% will not.

What I really love about EVs is the low maintenance cost. All the service maintenance, oil changes, and problems usually have to do with the combustion engine. We keep cars for 10+ years so the maintenance costs really grow.

A gas combustion car is still more expensive for us than a comparable EV when I factor in maintenance and gas.

EVs are very disruptive to the status quo. They take 1/2 the man hours to produce(Unions fear them for this reason), require less replacement parts, do not require gas stations(these are closing), require much less repairs(less service stations demands and are easier to drive.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

European automakers slash EV prices while raising ICE models.
European automakers are reducing prices on EVs while raising prices on their ICE models, all in hopes of avoiding hefty fines as the European Union’s new emissions rules tighten at the beginning of 2025.
On January 1, the EU will drastically lower its cap on automotive CO2 emissions, meaning at least 20% of all sales from most car companies must be electric models to avoid heavy fines, Reuters reports. This year, 13% of all new cars sold in the region have been electric, according to the ACEA.

https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/european-automakers-slash-ev-prices-while-raising-ice-models/

This is an interesting way to go. Germany tax incentives ended in 2023 but will be available for 2025. Current survey show 97% of EV driver will buy another EV and only 1% will not.

What I really love about EVs is the low maintenance cost. All the service maintenance, oil changes, and problems usually have to do with the combustion engine. We keep cars for 10+ years so the maintenance costs really grow.

A gas combustion car is still more expensive for us than a comparable EV when I factor in maintenance and gas.

EVs are very disruptive to the status quo. They take 1/2 the man hours to produce(Unions fear them for this reason), require less replacement parts, do not require gas stations(these are closing), require much less repairs(less service stations demands and are easier to drive.

Just hope they don't catch on fire:
https://newschannel9.com/news/local/electric-vehicle-started-a-major-apartment-fire-in-chattanooga-what-should-owners-know

Anonymous wrote:People don't realize that renewables now make up nearly enough power to almost completely fulfill California's peak loads during the summer:



Today renewables are generating enough electricity in California to power 65% of the grid. It obviously declines in the winter when there's less sunlight.

You can monitor here: https://www.gridstatus.io/live/caiso

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:People don't realize that renewables now make up nearly enough power to almost completely fulfill California's peak loads during the summer:



Today renewables are generating enough electricity in California to power 65% of the grid. It obviously declines in the winter when there's less sunlight.

You can monitor here: https://www.gridstatus.io/live/caiso

Plus blackouts when they can't. The energy is so expensive they have the 4th lowest per capita energy use.

Rationing is Democratic policy working.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

European automakers slash EV prices while raising ICE models.
European automakers are reducing prices on EVs while raising prices on their ICE models, all in hopes of avoiding hefty fines as the European Union’s new emissions rules tighten at the beginning of 2025.
On January 1, the EU will drastically lower its cap on automotive CO2 emissions, meaning at least 20% of all sales from most car companies must be electric models to avoid heavy fines, Reuters reports. This year, 13% of all new cars sold in the region have been electric, according to the ACEA.

https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/european-automakers-slash-ev-prices-while-raising-ice-models/

This is an interesting way to go. Germany tax incentives ended in 2023 but will be available for 2025. Current survey show 97% of EV driver will buy another EV and only 1% will not.

What I really love about EVs is the low maintenance cost. All the service maintenance, oil changes, and problems usually have to do with the combustion engine. We keep cars for 10+ years so the maintenance costs really grow.

A gas combustion car is still more expensive for us than a comparable EV when I factor in maintenance and gas.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:People don't realize that renewables now make up nearly enough power to almost completely fulfill California's peak loads during the summer:



Today renewables are generating enough electricity in California to power 65% of the grid. It obviously declines in the winter when there's less sunlight.

You can monitor here: https://www.gridstatus.io/live/caiso

Plus blackouts when they can't. The energy is so expensive they have the 4th lowest per capita energy use.

Anonymous wrote:People don't realize that renewables now make up nearly enough power to almost completely fulfill California's peak loads during the summer:



Today renewables are generating enough electricity in California to power 65% of the grid. It obviously declines in the winter when there's less sunlight.

You can monitor here: https://www.gridstatus.io/live/caiso

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

European automakers slash EV prices while raising ICE models.
European automakers are reducing prices on EVs while raising prices on their ICE models, all in hopes of avoiding hefty fines as the European Union’s new emissions rules tighten at the beginning of 2025.
On January 1, the EU will drastically lower its cap on automotive CO2 emissions, meaning at least 20% of all sales from most car companies must be electric models to avoid heavy fines, Reuters reports. This year, 13% of all new cars sold in the region have been electric, according to the ACEA.

https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/european-automakers-slash-ev-prices-while-raising-ice-models/

This is an interesting way to go. Germany tax incentives ended in 2023 but will be available for 2025. Current survey show 97% of EV driver will buy another EV and only 1% will not.

What I really love about EVs is the low maintenance cost. All the service maintenance, oil changes, and problems usually have to do with the combustion engine. We keep cars for 10+ years so the maintenance costs really grow.

A gas combustion car is still more expensive for us than a comparable EV when I factor in maintenance and gas.

EVs are very disruptive to the status quo. They take 1/2 the man hours to produce(Unions fear them for this reason), require less replacement parts, do not require gas stations(these are closing), require much less repairs(less service stations demands and are easier to drive.

Anonymous wrote:EVs equal clean air?

No, there's still a smokestack somewhere making electricity for you to drive.

But automakers can charge a lot more for an EV and soak up tax dollars thru subsidies. So the consumer is cut out of the decision making process. More and more of our economy is CAPTURED by big companies and Washington DC working together to screw the individual with less choice and less competition. Guaranteed outcomes are being forced upon consumers by the political establishment. That's really what's happening. If you can't see that, you're blind.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

European automakers slash EV prices while raising ICE models.
European automakers are reducing prices on EVs while raising prices on their ICE models, all in hopes of avoiding hefty fines as the European Union’s new emissions rules tighten at the beginning of 2025.
On January 1, the EU will drastically lower its cap on automotive CO2 emissions, meaning at least 20% of all sales from most car companies must be electric models to avoid heavy fines, Reuters reports. This year, 13% of all new cars sold in the region have been electric, according to the ACEA.

https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/european-automakers-slash-ev-prices-while-raising-ice-models/

This is an interesting way to go. Germany tax incentives ended in 2023 but will be available for 2025. Current survey show 97% of EV driver will buy another EV and only 1% will not.

What I really love about EVs is the low maintenance cost. All the service maintenance, oil changes, and problems usually have to do with the combustion engine. We keep cars for 10+ years so the maintenance costs really grow.

A gas combustion car is still more expensive for us than a comparable EV when I factor in maintenance and gas.

Anonymous wrote:

European automakers slash EV prices while raising ICE models.
European automakers are reducing prices on EVs while raising prices on their ICE models, all in hopes of avoiding hefty fines as the European Union’s new emissions rules tighten at the beginning of 2025.
On January 1, the EU will drastically lower its cap on automotive CO2 emissions, meaning at least 20% of all sales from most car companies must be electric models to avoid heavy fines, Reuters reports. This year, 13% of all new cars sold in the region have been electric, according to the ACEA.

https://electrek.co/2024/12/17/european-automakers-slash-ev-prices-while-raising-ice-models/

This is an interesting way to go. Germany tax incentives ended in 2023 but will be available for 2025. Current survey show 97% of EV driver will buy another EV and only 1% will not.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:It's hilarious to hear Republicans doing the ole "Harrumph, we can't let California do that!" yet if Texas banned EVs you'd all be celebrating and calling it a victory for states rights.

Here is the lol apart Tesla can not sell cars in Texas. The oil interest block Tesla sales in the state by nit allowing dealerships. All Tesla sold in Texas come from neighboring states dealers.

Anonymous wrote:EVs equal clean air?

No, there's still a smokestack somewhere making electricity for you to drive.

But automakers can charge a lot more for an EV and soak up tax dollars thru subsidies. So the consumer is cut out of the decision making process. More and more of our economy is CAPTURED by big companies and Washington DC working together to screw the individual with less choice and less competition. Guaranteed outcomes are being forced upon consumers by the political establishment. That's really what's happening. If you can't see that, you're blind.