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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BMW Will Build a New Electric S.U.V. in South Carolina
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
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
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
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
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 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 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
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
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
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.”