Paul Fosse, Author at CleanTechnica

Are Electric Vehicles Just A Fad?

Paul Fosse — Sun, 02 Jun 2024 00:17:39 +0000

First, what is a fad? From Wikipedia: “A fad, trend, or craze is any form of collective behavior that develops within a culture, a generation or social group in which a group of people enthusiastically follow an impulse for a short time period.” Even though I’m pro electric vehicles (EVs), let’s present both sides to try to be fair. Anti-EV: EV ... [continued]

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I Like Driving The Chevy Equinox EV — Comprehensive Review of 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV

Paul Fosse — Thu, 30 May 2024 16:17:35 +0000

The entry level 1LT 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV sets a new standard for value with its performance, features, and fuel savings. The higher trims have great features but face stiff competition. A few days ago, I got the chance to spend a couple of days in Detroit, and one of ... [continued]

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Is The Chevy Equinox The Affordable EV We’ve Been Waiting For?

Paul Fosse — Sat, 25 May 2024 14:43:58 +0000

The Chevy Equinox EV presentation that I recently attended in Michigan emphasized the value of GM’s new crossover. In this piece, I compare the Chevy Equinox EV to its leading competitors. Chevy’s Presentation GM executives made the point that the reason they were coming out with the Equinox EV, Blazer ... [continued]

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GM Energy Has A Broad Vision Including Vehicles, Stationary Storage, Solar, & VPP

Paul Fosse — Sun, 19 May 2024 22:59:08 +0000

I just attended a GM Energy presentation that showcased vehicle-to-home (V2H) and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capabilities, and plans for energy management services. Despite concerns about battery degradation, the company’s comprehensive approach to energy solutions aims to improve grid resiliency and reduce power outages. GM Energy, a new business unit of General ... [continued]

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Chevrolet Is Releasing Silverado EV RST Soon, The First Legacy Electric Pickup Designed From Scratch To Be An EV

Paul Fosse — Thu, 16 May 2024 03:48:17 +0000

The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST is a significant advancement in electric pickups, offering a 450-mile range, 10.2kW onboard power, and innovative features like the Multi-Flex Midgate. It competes with other electric pickups like the Ford F-150 Lightning and the Rivian R1T, aiming to make a significant impact in the ... [continued]

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Will The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV Be A Hit Or Another Disappointment?

Paul Fosse — Wed, 15 May 2024 15:27:58 +0000

The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV addresses several shortcomings of its predecessor, the Bolt, by offering competitive pricing, modern interior design, and improved safety features. It boasts a spacious interior and advanced charging capabilities. Despite these improvements, skepticism remains due to GM’s history of EV production. A Brief History Chevrolet has ... [continued]

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Why Tesla Going “Hardcore” Might Be A Good Thing

Paul Fosse — Wed, 01 May 2024 20:50:59 +0000

This article describes my personal experience with the huge companies of IBM and Lucent that went soft and the current events at Tesla. With all the focus these days on the “Magnificent 7,” it is easy to forget the lessons of history. Small and mid-cap stocks have historically outperformed large-cap ... [continued]

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Tesla Surprises Investors With A Tiny Y & A Tiny 3 As Soon As This Year!

Paul Fosse — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 01:56:23 +0000

A lot has been written about the Tesla’s next-generation compact car that used to be widely called the Model 2, including Zach’s excellent article last week about it. Zach asked who might pick up the challenge in place of Tesla doing it. Today, Tesla announced it would follow through with ... [continued]

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Tesla, Toyota, or Hyundai — Who Wore It Best? A 1st Quarter US Sales Analysis

Paul Fosse — Sun, 07 Apr 2024 17:22:41 +0000

In this article, I analyze the Q1 sales results of three leading automakers and try to make sense of why the EV laggards did the best. I’m going to discuss the electrification strategy of three of the brands in the US market and how it worked for them in the ... [continued]

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Blix Dubbel Utility E-Bike — CleanTechnica Tested

Paul Fosse — Mon, 04 Mar 2024 04:17:29 +0000

After spending some time riding the Blix Dubbel e-bike both on city streets in Tampa and the bike trails around the city, I think of the bike like a Swiss Army knife of e-bikes. Why do I say that? Both because of the wide array of accessories available and the ... [continued]

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A Tale Of Two Toyotas: Doing More To Electrify America Than Anyone While Slowing Electrification

Paul Fosse — Fri, 02 Feb 2024 01:20:59 +0000

In this article, I explain how Toyota is helping and hurting the electrification of vehicles in the US and around the world. Speeding Electrification The Toyota Prius wasn’t just one of the first hybrids available, it became the preferred vehicle for those who wanted to virtue signal their interest in ... [continued]

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Interview with Goodyear CEO Richard Kramer on CES Announcements & When We Can Expect To Have Retreads Widely Available For Cars

Paul Fosse — Mon, 15 Jan 2024 04:50:43 +0000

In this article, I cover Goodyear’s announcements from the CES 2024 show and get some answers on why we can’t yet buy retreads for our cars. ElectricDrive 2 Goodyear’s ElectricDrive 2 tire is an all-season tire specifically designed for electric vehicles (EVs). It features an asymmetric tread pattern for reliable ... [continued]

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What I Learned At Himiway’s Booth At CES 2024, Plus Its 8 New Models!

Paul Fosse — Sun, 14 Jan 2024 04:50:12 +0000

In this article, I cover news of what Himiway showed at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) while also including what I learned about the company’s existing product line and e-bikes in general. CES Announcements At CES 2024, Himiway Bikes announced several exciting new products and innovations in the e-bike ... [continued]

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Debunking A Biased Report On EV Subsidies

Paul Fosse — Wed, 03 Jan 2024 04:37:05 +0000

After posting some thoughts on the new Cybertruck on Facebook, a friend of mine that is skeptical of electric vehicles (EVs) posted that he just sees the $50,000 subsidy when he sees the vehicle. Well, that was a new one to me, especially since the high-end truck isn’t even eligible ... [continued]

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What I Learned On My “Tesla Cannonball” From Tampa To Seattle

Paul Fosse — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 04:38:21 +0000

In the article, I describe what I learned about Tesla Supercharging, Tesla Autopilot & Full Self Driving, gas station food, the healthcare system in the US, and my initial impressions of Seattle. A few months ago, my son decided to move from Florida (where he has lived his whole life) ... [continued]

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Fisker Ocean 1st Drive: Potential Contender With The Right Over-The-Air Updates

Paul Fosse — Thu, 23 Nov 2023 01:40:46 +0000

Fisker invited me to drive the new Fisker Ocean on an extended test drive. I was invited me to an event where they explained how they design their cars to have the lowest lifecycle carbon footprint of any electric SUV, and I got to see their production-intent, very economical PEAR ... [continued]

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My Analysis & Pictures From Mercedes-Benz Charging Hub Opening In Atlanta

Paul Fosse — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 13:44:25 +0000

I have covered the Mercedes-Benz Charging Hub announcement here and the roundtable with Mercedes-Benz executives here. In this article, I’m sharing my pictures and a summary of the opening, my comments on the EQS, and comments on the EQS from one of my friends. The Chargers The Hub For People ... [continued]

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What I Learned At The LA Auto Show Media Day!

Paul Fosse — Sun, 19 Nov 2023 07:10:48 +0000

Below are 2023 LA Auto Show highlights from the companies that have the potential to make a difference, including Lucid, Hyundai/Kia, Chevrolet, and Toyota. A surprise was a roundtable on Chinese cars in Mexico. The biggest news and the only significant new vehicle unveiling from my perspective was the unveiling ... [continued]

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Mercedes-Benz Executives Answer Questions At Charging Hub Opening In Atlanta

Paul Fosse — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 16:13:26 +0000

I got the chance to attend the opening of the first Mercedes-Benz charging hub in Atlanta this week. The announcement was covered in my article yesterday, and here is a direct link to their announcement. Before the opening, there was an opportunity to ask questions of our special roundtable panel, ... [continued]

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Mercedes-Benz Opens Its 1st EV Charging Hub In North America! Comparing It To Tesla’s

Paul Fosse — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 17:41:34 +0000

Today, I got the chance to view the EV Charging Hub that Mercedes-Benz is opening to electric vehicles of all manufactures. I will publish a followup article that will cover my first impressions of the hub. This article will describe what was announced today and compare and contrast it to ... [continued]

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Why & How Solar Production Will Accelerate Over The Next Few Years

Paul Fosse — Mon, 09 Oct 2023 04:10:16 +0000

I’ve been wanting to write this article for a while, but this post on X from Chamath Palihapitiya prompted me to action: Look at the explosive growth and falling costs of batteries, solar and wind in the chart below…the numbers are really impressive. This is why I think we will ... [continued]

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2 Ways To Upgrade To A Tesla For “Free”

Paul Fosse — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 02:03:06 +0000

See two examples below of how to upgrade from a Honda Accord or Nissan Altima without any upfront cost or increase in monthly costs! One is for people who like to own their cars, and one is for people who lease their cars! Example For People That Like To Own ... [continued]

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First HVDC Undersea Power Project In The Developing World & Saudi Entry Into Exporting Renewable Power

Paul Fosse — Sun, 17 Sep 2023 14:52:28 +0000

A few days ago, private companies in India and Saudi Arabia signed over two dozen agreements on a wide variety of subjects. This article will focus on the building of a High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) undersea line which would allow power to be transmitted in both directions between the ... [continued]

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How Tesla Can Continue 50% Growth & Sell 2.7 Million Vehicles In 2024

Paul Fosse — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 01:32:44 +0000

How Tesla can produce the vehicles and create sufficient demand to sell them in order to continue Tesla's aggressive growth trajectory.

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Tesla To Build Next-Generation Vehicle In Austin Before Mexico!

Paul Fosse — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 22:22:54 +0000

Why did Tesla move design & initial production of its next-generation platform for the $25,000 compact car & robotaxi from Mexico to Austin?

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Top 10 Reasons Why Tesla Offers A BMW Experience At A Toyota Price

Paul Fosse — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:59:30 +0000

In this article, I explain 6 reasons Tesla matches or exceeds the luxury features of BMW, Mercedes, and Audi; and also 4 reasons why Tesla vehicles as affordable as Toyota & Honda vehicles. Tesla needs to get the word out on this, since it is having some difficulty selling its ... [continued]

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Used Tesla Model 3 Now Eligible For The $4,000 Used Vehicle Tax Credit!

Paul Fosse — Sat, 05 Aug 2023 18:00:51 +0000

I was doing research for another article and I stumbled upon something that hasn’t been announced or publicized yet. Tesla used vehicles are now eligible for the the $4,000 tax credit in the US! I’m updating the articles I wrote 7 months ago and 1 month ago on this important ... [continued]

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Butts In Seats From Referrals Or Tesla Advertising — Why Not Both?

Paul Fosse — Sun, 30 Jul 2023 10:22:50 +0000

In this article, I cover the latest developments in Tesla’s constantly changing referral program, and how that fits in with the ongoing debate on how best to promote electric vehicles to the masses. A couple days ago, Tesla added yet another way for Tesla owners to earn Tesla credits (100 ... [continued]

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Why Tesla’s Full Self Driving (FSD) Is Years Away From Working

Paul Fosse — Fri, 21 Jul 2023 16:09:51 +0000

In this article, I explain the reason why I don’t think Tesla Full Self Driving (FSD) will work for many years, based on 5 years of using the product. My Experience With Tesla Autopilot And FSD Beta I’m a data engineer and I’ve been developing software for 40 years for ... [continued]

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Tesla Moves Toward Demand-Based Pricing On Inventory

Paul Fosse — Sun, 16 Jul 2023 21:19:05 +0000

In this article, I review pricing and inventory of the Tesla Model 3 in three states and discuss how Tesla is moving away from its national pricing model. Everything in this article is about inventory vehicles. Pricing of cars custom ordered are still consistent nationwide. Inventory Varies Widely In Quantity ... [continued]

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Heybike Tyson E-Bike — CleanTechnica Tested

Paul Fosse — Tue, 11 Jul 2023 20:30:36 +0000

Paul Fosse tries to decide if this is the Model S of E-bikes.

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Comparing Tesla Solar To Local Solar Companies — A Deep Financial Dive

Paul Fosse — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 00:52:04 +0000

It’s been 3 years since Tesla rocked the industry with shockingly low solar prices, and a lot has changed in the market. I’m beginning a quest to get solar on 4 homes, and documenting it here. The Challenge Of Shopping For Solar I’m shopping for solar for 4 different homes ... [continued]

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Tesla Quarter-End Inventory Up — Is It A Problem?

Paul Fosse — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 22:10:11 +0000

What is Tesla’s inventory and backlog now? If it is rising, is that by design, intentional? I look at that and more in this piece. I’m writing this article on July 1st, before Tesla has announced its second quarter production and delivery numbers. My expectations are that Tesla will meet ... [continued]

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Shopping For An Entry Level Electric Car In Denver — Chevy Bolt, Nissan Leaf, Tesla Model 3

Paul Fosse — Sun, 25 Jun 2023 08:17:47 +0000

In this article, I go to 2 dealers and shop 3 brands so that you don’t have to. I know many people would rather have a root canal than visit a car dealer, but I actually enjoyed it (yeah, I’m weird like that). I was visiting my daughter in Denver ... [continued]

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RWD LFP Tesla Model Y Could Slash Price By $4,850, Driving US Sales To The Next Level

Paul Fosse — Sat, 24 Jun 2023 18:05:38 +0000

Cleanerwatt was the first to notice that Tesla just got approval for a new rear-wheel-drive (RWD) Model Y using lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries that will likely be very affordable. Who is a less expensive RWD LFP Tesla Model Y targeting, and what does it mean to the entire US automotive market ... [continued]

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TESBEAUTY Mattress & Privacy Curtains for Tesla Model Y — CleanTechnica Tested

Paul Fosse — Sun, 18 Jun 2023 01:14:11 +0000

I got a chance to try out a TESBEAUTY mattress and privacy curtains. I concluded that it has a number of great features. The mattress costs under $250 and the privacy curtains are under $110 (at the time of this article). If you use this link, I get a small ... [continued]

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How GM & Ford Joining The Tesla Charging Network Accelerate Electric Vehicle Adoption

Paul Fosse — Sat, 10 Jun 2023 20:47:55 +0000

The past, present, and future of the charging market in the United States and how it impacts the rate of adoption of electric vehicles. The Charging Situation In The US Yesterday & Today If you don’t care about the past and just want my speculation on the future, jump to ... [continued]

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Tesla Model 3 Lifecycle Cost Nearly Matches The Cheapest Car In America!

Paul Fosse — Sun, 04 Jun 2023 05:37:37 +0000

When I saw the news that all Tesla Model 3 vehicles now qualify for the the full $7,500 federal tax credit, I knew it was time to write a new lifecycle analysis, or total cost of ownership (TCO) article. My last article like this (almost a year ago) was backward ... [continued]

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CleanTechnica Tested: TESCAMP Mattress, Y Not Sleep In Your Tesla?

Paul Fosse — Fri, 02 Jun 2023 03:51:07 +0000

A week ago, I was contacted by a company called TESCAMP. They wondered if I would like to try out their mattress for the Model Y for free. In exchange, I agreed to write an honest review on this site. Since I had slept in my electric cars a bunch ... [continued]

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A Deep Dive Into Tesla Depreciation

Paul Fosse — Mon, 22 May 2023 05:04:00 +0000

In this article, I look at depreciation data for the Tesla Model 3, Toyota Camry Hybrid, and BMW 3 Series. After this deep dive, I need to update the TCO (total cost of ownership) estimates I made about a year ago. Reasons Why Tesla Pricing Has Been So Volatile Over ... [continued]

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Wright’s Law Spells Doom For Legacy Auto Around The World

Paul Fosse — Sun, 02 Apr 2023 22:34:27 +0000

In this article, I explain how Wright’s Law is impacting legacy auto sales in the US, Europe, and China, explaining the factors most affecting each market. Background On Wright’s Law ARK Investment Management has been promoting Wright’s Law for years. Wright’s Law is similar to the famous Moore’s Law of ... [continued]

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Tesla Model 3 Lease Price Slashed To Match The Toyota Corolla!

Paul Fosse — Mon, 06 Feb 2023 02:29:43 +0000

In this article, I explain that Tesla has dropped its lease pricing so much that it costs the same to lease a Tesla Model 3 as a Toyota Corolla! Comparison of Buying the BMW 3 Series, Toyota Corolla, and Tesla Model 3 with a Loan I wanted to include this ... [continued]

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Captive Finance The Key To Tesla Selling EVs To 81 Million Households In The USA

Paul Fosse — Thu, 26 Jan 2023 20:14:23 +0000

In this article, I will explain how many households don’t have access to the US EV tax credit and some possible solutions. 81 Million (63% Of Households) In US Not Eligible For Full $7,500 Tax Credit I’ve been writing a lot recently about how affordable electric cars are going to ... [continued]

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Hurry, Chevy Bolts Down An Astonishing 47% To $19,995 Until March! (Net After Tax Credit)

Paul Fosse — Sun, 22 Jan 2023 20:26:16 +0000

In 2021, the future of the Chevy Bolt was uncertain. It had started off as a car that had beat the $35,000 Tesla Model 3 to market, but for a variety of reasons (including being outsold by 10× by the Tesla Model 3, losing the $7,500 tax credit, no significant ... [continued]

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Tesla Could Be The Top US Vehicle Seller By The End Of Next Year

Paul Fosse — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 14:33:35 +0000

I know it sounds ridiculous that the EV-only startup Tesla could sell more vehicles than giants like Ford, Toyota, and Chevrolet as soon as next year with only 6 models, but hear me out. Note that I am speculating this could happen without including any sales of Tesla’s next-generation vehicle, ... [continued]

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