As triple-digit heat engulfs much of the United States, the Trump administration wants grid managers to require the use of backup power that often goes unused.
Category: Batteries
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Energy Department Orders Data Centers to Tap Backup Power
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BMW Will Build a New Electric S.U.V. in South Carolina
The New York Times – Business:The German company is doubling down on electric vehicles even as other automakers pull back after acknowledging billions of dollars in losses.
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Your Home Could Help Solve AI’s Growing Power Demand
The New York Times – Business:Tesla, Sunrun and Renew Home plan to tap solar panels, batteries, thermostats and other devices installed in millions of homes to meet the energy demands of artificial intelligence.
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This Megafactory Is a Test Case for the U.S.-China Tech Race
The New York Times – Business:Chinese firms have some of the world’s most advanced technology. But U.S. officials say relying on it could come with a downside.
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Tesla’s Semi Truck could Jolt the Trucking Industry
The New York Times – Business:California truckers have expressed strong interest in the Tesla Semi because it costs much less and can travel further on a charge than electric trucks sold by established manufacturers.
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Ford Says an Affordable Electric Pickup Truck is Still Coming Next Year
The New York Times – Business:Ford Motor has written off $20 billion in electric vehicle investments but says it is forging ahead with an electric pickup that will sell for $30,000 next year.
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Driving Electric in Costa Rica Is Surprisingly Doable
The New York Times – Business:The charging network is spotty, but it’s a small country.
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Thousands of EV Car Leases Are Ending Soon, Giving Buyers a More Affordable Option
The New York Times – Business:The leases on hundreds of thousands of battery-powered cars and trucks will end in the next three years, and many will end up on used-car lots.
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China’s Electrostate Is Poised to Win From War in the Middle East
The New York Times – Business:A cluster of Chinese firms is poised to win big from the energy crisis set off by the war in the Middle East, building on booming investment in artificial intelligence.
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What to Know About Electric Cars When Gas Prices Are Surging
The New York Times – Business:War in Iran has disrupted global oil supplies, which is prompting some car shoppers to look for ways to climb off “the gas-price roller coaster.”
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Boston Scientific Knew of Pacemaker Battery Problems for Years
The New York Times – Business:Boston Scientific announced multiple recalls but has said its battery issues were limited. One internal test in 2025 found batteries with an “extremely high failure rate.”