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Heat Wave Affecting EV Battery Performance & Reducing Range

EV’s are supposed to be the savior’s of the world by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, eliminate the need for dirty petrol, and improve the efficiency of transportation. Ironically, the bulk of the world is presently experiencing soaring temperatures, which consequently are reducing EV range and posing a challenge for EV users.

Recurrent, a battery and range analytics firm located in Seattle, evaluated a variety of EVs in a range of climates to see whether temperatures had an impact on battery health and range. EV range decreased as the temperature rose. When temperatures surpassed 38 degrees Celsius, the range of some EVs was reduced by 31%. EVs had a 5% range loss at 32 degrees Celcius and a 2.8% reduction at 26 degrees Celsius.

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Malaysia Set To Be EV Powerhouse in South East Asia!

With the government aggressively supporting a favourable EV environment and the strong corporate commitment demonstrated by two globally famous automakers, Geely and Tesla, Malaysia is on the right track to become an Electric Vehicle (EV) powerhouse in Southeast Asia.

According to a report by Bernama which has been picked up by several news portals, the introduction of Tesla Inc. with its headquarters in the US and China’s Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co, commonly referred to as Geely, into the Malaysian market is a glaring example of Malaysia’s importance in the region’s automotive sector.

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Tech War Reduces Quality In Modern Cars

Most cars released these days are fitted with new technology or as the automakers call it, “cutting-edge technology.” However, new technology does not seemingly translate to good quality. Some are just unnecessary and the car would do fine without it.

The JD Power 2023 US Initial Quality Study, based on 93,380 participants who purchased or leased new 2023 model-year cars in America, found that the industry average increased to 192 problems per 100 (PP100) vehicles from 180 in 2022.

Jaguar Land Rover Predictive Touch Technology

Now, we are not hating on electric vehicles (EVs) but according to the study, the majority of problems are from EVs. We can see why too. Because every automaker wants to release a new model that will “wow” the people, but this seems to cause more problems in the long run.

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EV Batteries Still A Great Concern For Insurers

Thatcham Research has stated that a lack of data on EV batteries continues to present problems for insurers who are obliged to write off EVs after minor accidents, possibly jeopardising EV adoption.

In a report titled “Impact of BEV Adoption on the Repair and Insurance Sectors,” which the UK Government’s innovation agency Innovate UK funded to examine differences between EVs and fossil-fuel models, the British automotive risk intelligence company cited a “concerning lack of affordable or available repair solutions and post-accident diagnostics.”

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GWM Malaysia Expands With Two New 4S Service Centres

GWM Malaysia has announced the opening of their two new 4S service centres located in Butterworth, Penang and Seremban, Negeri Sembilan.

Also present at the opening of the service centre in Seremban was Transport Minister, YB Anthony Loke Siew Fook. As part of the government’s commitment to a greener future, Loke recently mentioned that the proposed tax structure aims to encourage people to embrace electric vehicles (EVs).

The GWM Seremban 4S centre’s emphasis on EV adoption, which responds to the rising demand for GWM electric car owners in Negeri Sembilan, is one of its main selling points. The hub will provide the most recent lineup of GWM’s alternative fuel vehicles as well as after-sales service assistance, which is in keeping with GWM’s commitment to aiding Malaysia’s efforts to achieve carbon neutrality as early as 2050.

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Malaysia Still Lacking EV Charging Stations

According to Chang Lih Kang, the Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) minister, Malaysia still lacks the 10,000 EV charging stations that are intended to be installed by 2025, despite the fact that demand for such stations is only expected to increase. There are currently only about 1,000 EV charging stations in Malaysia.

“Our market and nation are still new to EVs. There aren’t enough charging stations, which means the EV ecosystem is still not complete. Manufacturers are reluctant to enter the market as a result,” he said, after witnessing the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Alibaba Cloud and Agmo Holdings Bhd.

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Rare Earth And EVs: Not All About Batteries

‘Rare earths’ is a term that is frequently used while discussing electromobility. The 17 “rare earth metals” listed in the periodic table of the elements are referred to by this phrase in chemistry.

Examples of ‘rare earth’ materials include:

cerium
dysprosium
erbium
europium
holmium
gadolinium
lanthanum
lutecium
neodymium
praseodymium
promethium
samarium
terbium
thulium
ytterbium
lutetium
scandium
yttrium

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Jaguars and Land Rovers To Be Known Simply As JLR?

One of Britain’s most cherished automakers, Land Rover, is no more. As the custodian of the four brands Jaguar, Range Rover, Discovery, and Defender, it is currently known simply as JLR.

They are all turning electric now and a significant £15 billion (RM82.6 billion) investment in the UK automobile industry proves it.

There are likely to be many who grieve JLR’s decision to stop using the Land Rover name; it receives not a single mention in the press releases.

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VinFast Debuts Budget EV To Fight Incoming Rivals

In Vietnam, a country where Chinese rivals are swarming even as motorbikes continue to control the roads, VinFast has unveiled its cheapest electric car yet, a $23,000 (RM102k) VF 5 model for sale.

Vingroup’s electric vehicle division stated late on Friday that it is “targeting the broadest range of consumers” with the VF 5 Plus SUV, which costs around one-third as much as the company’s higher-end EVs. VinFast’s newest SUV delivers 134 hp maximum power and 135 Nm of torque.

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Tesla Reintroduces Regenerative Braking Options With New Software Update

Regenerative braking options for Tesla electric vehicles have been restored thanks to a new software update.

One of the most fascinating aspects of electric vehicles, regenerative braking, was previously adjustable by Tesla drivers.

An EV’s electric motor can reverse power to slow down the car instead of using a conventional braking system, recovering energy while it does so. This technology may even make one-pedal driving possible since you won’t need to press the brake pedal to engage the standard brakes except in an emergency.

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EVs

Heat Wave Affecting EV Battery Performance & Reducing Range

Malaysia Set To Be EV Powerhouse in South East Asia!

Tech War Reduces Quality In Modern Cars

EV Batteries Still A Great Concern For Insurers

GWM Malaysia Expands With Two New 4S Service Centres

Malaysia Still Lacking EV Charging Stations

Rare Earth And EVs: Not All About Batteries

Jaguars and Land Rovers To Be Known Simply As JLR?

VinFast Debuts Budget EV To Fight Incoming Rivals

Tesla Reintroduces Regenerative Braking Options With New Software Update

Reports State That Hybrids Are Still Far More Reliable Than PHEVs

International EV Demand Slows Amid Economic Shifts

BYD Han Having Trouble During Moose Test

ASEAN Collaboration Will Boost Malaysia’s EV Industry Potential

Mahindra Teases 200km/h Prototype Electric SUVs

Malaysia’s Fuel Subsidy Hindering EV Adoption

Used Car Industry Set To Be Hit Hard By EV and ESG Push!

Panasonic And Subaru Set To Reveal EV Battery Strategy

EV Owners File Lawsuit Against Hyundai For Charging Defect

Why Are Electric Vehicles So Expensive In Malaysia?

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