Category Archives: Electric Vehicles

One of the most optimistic reports in ages – and seriously disruptive!

Posted on 30 August, 2021 by Eclipse Now

I really genuinely hope they can do it with 100% renewables, and that I’m wrong on the need for nuclear power. I guess my message today is “Renewables are incredibly cheap while they’re running. I’m worried about how expensive it … Continue reading →

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NZ plans to eliminate fossil fuels from transport systems

Posted on 4 February, 2021 by Eclipse Now

New Zealand *starts* to make baby-steps into enabling walkable and cycling communities – but there is so much more they could do – and all of us in the Western World. New Urbanism = a tram stop in a town … Continue reading →

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Cybertruck

Posted on 23 November, 2019 by Eclipse Now

Ah, now I get it. It’s an affordable 100% electric high spec stainless steel scratch resistant ute that carries 1.6 tons of cargo. (And can tow 7 tons in a trailer.)0-100 in 2.9 seconds: speed of sports car, body of … Continue reading →

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The best of both worlds? Nuclear & solar friends?

Posted on 6 October, 2018 by Eclipse Now

What impact will Electric Vehicles have on this debate? I see automated EVs as being a huge new electricity consumer that could work for either a half renewable half nuclear grid, *or* an all nuclear grid. Let’s explore the 100% … Continue reading →

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Flying robot-taxi & new battery

Posted on 14 March, 2018 by Eclipse Now

While I’m a fan of New Urbanism and walkable neighbourhoods (for the profound health and economic and psychological benefits), this Cora is now a thing. It’s a 2 person ROBOT FLYING EV with a 100km range. Think of it as … Continue reading →

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