30 May 2019 | Ferrari’s First Plug In Hybrid, Tesla’s Chinese Model 3 and New V2G Venture

Episode 487, May 30, 2019, 08:52 PM

Tesla Model S Refresh With Minimalist Interior | Ferrari To Adapt Sf90 Stradale’s Hybrid Tech For Future Models | Hyundai Introduces Electric Double-Decker Bus | Tesla To Accept Orders Of China-Built Model 3 From May 31 | Consumers Energy Launches Program To Help Electric Vehicle Owners | Edf & Nuvve Formalise V2g Charging Venture Dreev

Show #487

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TESLA MODEL S REFRESH WITH MINIMALIST INTERIOR

"CNBC reports the Model S refresh will be modeled after the Model 3 in many ways, with a new minimalist interior like the one that received a lot of attention on the smaller car, premium seats from the Long Range and Performance Model 3, and the new drive units from the Model 3, including different motors, inverter and gearbox." writes Jalopnik today: "CNBC also reports the car will get a battery capable of 400 miles of range, which would be an increase over the current max EPA estimated range of 370 miles for the Long Range S, and the updated model is “aiming” for a production start in September of this year."

https://jalopnik.com/tesla-model-s-refresh-with-minimalist-interior-and-mode-1835094478

FERRARI TO ADAPT SF90 STRADALE’S HYBRID TECH FOR FUTURE MODELS

"There’s a new Ferrari and it’s a hybrid. That shouldn't come as a surprise these days after the success and warm reception of the LaFerrari, the brand’s first-ever electrified production vehicle. The new SF90 Stradale is now effectively the most-powerful road-going Ferrari in history with its 986 horsepower (735 kilowatts) coming from a plug-in hybrid powertrain. This mill will be adapted for use in more future models of Ferrari as the brand is exploring new possibilities on the market." according to Anthony Karr for Motor1.com: "The SF90 Stradale’s propulsion system consists of a 4.0-liter V8 producing 769 hp (573 kW) and 590 pound-feet (800 Newton-meters) of torque, which is supported by three lithium-ion powered electric motors. There’s one located on the rear axle, and two more up front for an additional 217 hp (162 kW). Power reaches all four wheels through an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission."

https://www.motor1.com/news/352217/ferrari-adopt-hybrid-powertrain-models/

And Jeff Perez who also writes for Motor1 said: "But for drivers feeling especially efficient off the track, the SF90 offers a pure electric driving mode. With a range of 16 miles (25 kilometers), a maximum electric speed of 84 mph (135 kmh), and plug-in charging capability, the SF90 is perfectly content puttering around Maranello in complete silence as it is tearing up the circuit with its engine screeching toward redline."

https://www.motor1.com/news/352073/ferrari-sf90-stradale-details-unveiled/

HYUNDAI INTRODUCES ELECTRIC DOUBLE-DECKER BUS

Hyundai Motor unveiled an electric double-decker bus which is a first of its kind for Hyundai, and is part of the company’s effort to help reduce traffic congestion and air pollution.
The all-new electric double-decker bus is shown at the ‘Land, Infrastructure and Transport
To develop the company’s first electric double-decker bus, Hyundai worked for 18 months on a project supported by the Korean Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport, which began in 2017.
As part of the company’s effort to increase efficiency and to reduce vehicle emissions, Hyundai equipped the all-new electric bus with a 384 kWh water-cooled high-efficiency polymer battery, with a maximum 300 km driving range on a single charge. A full charge can be completed in 72 minutes.

TESLA TO ACCEPT ORDERS OF CHINA-BUILT MODEL 3 FROM MAY 31

"Tesla is about to receive orders of the China-built Model 3 cars from May 31, the U.S.-based EV maker said via its Chinese WeChat official account. The price available for presale is expected to be unveiled at the same time." according to Gasgoo: "Tesla Gigafactory 3 in Shanghai is planned to complete the construction of stamping, bodywork, painting and assembly workshops in September 2019, according to an official document released by local ecology and environment authority. Besides, the seat production area, the powertrain workshop and the electric motor workshop are likely to be finished in March next year."

http://autonews.gasgoo.com/m/Detail/70016003.html

CONSUMERS ENERGY LAUNCHES PROGRAM TO HELP ELECTRIC VEHICLE OWNERS

"Consumers Energy has launched a program that will make it easier for owners of electric vehicles to charge their vehicles." says UpNorthLive: "Consumers Energy’s PowerMIDrive Rebate Program, available beginning June 5, includes the following:
RESIDENTIAL – Rebates for residential electric vehicle owners of between $400 to $500 for installing eligible 240-volt chargers at homes across the state.
PUBLIC – Rebates for 200 Level 2 vehicle chargers in public places and at workplaces throughout Michigan, with a rebate of up to $5,000 per charger.
FAST CHARGERS – Rebates of up to $70,000 for 24 DC fast chargers along highways and travel routes in Michigan, working with statewide entities to ensure a unified network across the state."

https://upnorthlive.com/news/local/consumers-energy-launches-program-to-help-electric-vehicle-owners

EDF & NUVVE FORMALISE V2G CHARGING VENTURE DREEV

"Électricité de France (EDF) together with California’s Nuvve has founded a joint venture called DREEV for the development of V2G charging solutions. The focus is on the main European markets of France, Belgium, Italy and Great Britain." says electrive: "DREEV will concentrate on developing and deploying vehicle-to-grid technology, which EDF considers “the most promising aspect of smart charging”. In terms of technology, the joint venture builds on solutions already developed by the start-up Nuvve."

https://www.electrive.com/2019/05/28/edf-nuvve-formalise-v2g-charging-venture-dreev/

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