Important Innovations

  BMW iX5 Hydrogen Fuel Cell SUV Being Tested in Northern Sweden                                                  Source:  BMW Small Scale Production to Start Before End of 2022 Germany-based BMW has a vision for the future of zero emissions travel.  The vision is of vehicles that are hydrogen fuel cell powered with greater efficiency, longer range and faster recharge times than that of traditional electric vehicles.  The luxury car maker has developed a hydrogen powered BMW iX5 SUV that is close to being ready for small-scale production of a limited number of the vehicles.  The vehicle is now being tested in rugged, real-life conditions of extremely frozen, northern Sweden.  BMW says the hydrogen system is delivering full capacity even at -4 degrees (F).  BMW plans on manufacturing a limited number ...

  This New e-Bike Could Revolutionize City Commuting                                                       Source:  JackRabbit New, Green Travel Innovation San Diego, CA based mobility company JackRabbit has created a unique micro electric bike called Jack Rabbit.  The bike does not have traditional pedals so it's a cross between a bike and a scooter.  Jack Rabbit is for urban commuters. It is very lightweight and folds into a small shape for storage.  There is a 300 W geared motor in the bike's rear tire and a 158 Wh removable battery on top of the frame.  With the push of the throttle on the handlebars, it can speed up to 20 mph.  The range on a charge is 12 miles.  It's the invention of University of California at San Diego coach Tom Piszkin to enable better e-bike commuting and e-bike o...

  Candela's Electric Hydrofoil Speedboats                                                                           Source:  Candela Boating That's Good For the Environment Stockholm-based Candela has developed an electric hydrofoil speedboat that is a technological wonder.  It glides above the water's surface in a silent, environmentally safe and zero emissions way.  Unlike gas powered boats, there are no pollutants contaminating pristine waterways and their surrounding ecosystems. The company is expanding internationally and just signed a partnership in New Zealand with Next Generation Boats to sell its innovative e-boats there.  The island nation has one of the highest per capital uses of boats in the world and a large number of pristine ...

  Fraser Yacht's Hydrogen Catamaran - Aquon One                                        Source:  Fraser Yachts Clean, Green, Unlimited Range Cruising Monaco-based Fraser Yachts, a top player in global yachting for more than 70 years founded in the US, has developed a hydrogen powered, totally sustainable, 64-foot catamaran that has "unlimited range", according to Fraser.  This is a big breakthrough in green, yachting and potentially boating travel.  Their new Aquon One cat is a multihulled vessel loaded with green hydrogen fuel and green technologies for environmentally clean cruising.  The Aquon One is a showcase of epic new zero emissions technologies that moves boating forward into much more environmentally friendly waters.  First deliveries for Aquon One are in 2023. Solar Cruising The vessel has 700 sq. feet of solar panels that generate re...

  EdisonFuture's Solar Powered Multi-Purpose Van and Pickup Truck Growing Push Toward Zero Emissions Driving Solar powered electric vehicles are starting to come on strong.  Chinese automaker EdisonFuture has unveiled a solar powered all-purpose modern van called the EF1-V.  The solar van is designed for multiple uses including for families, work, travel and for hauling cargo.  EdisonFuture says the solar EV works off-road and on city streets.  And it will be offered in several cargo sizes from 260 to 400 cubic feet of cargo space depending on the drivers' needs. Tech Specs The EF1-V comes with the choice of two powertrain options: a Standard single motor or the Long Range dual motor version.  The solar EV can tow 7,500 to 11,000 pounds depending on the version.  Price and the range of the EV have not yet been disclosed. EF1-T Solar Pickup Truck EdisonFuture has also launched a solar pickup truck called the EF1-T that has a solar paneled roof and the o...

  New Hydrogen Powered Internal Combustion Engine                                                  Source:  Toyota Toyota's Portfolio of Green Automotive Technologies Toyota is developing an experimental hydrogen car.  The GR Yaris internal combustion engine in the Toyota Corolla Sport has been converted to run on hydrogen.  Toyota CEO Akio Toyoda has driven and even raced the green vehicle.  He believes the development of this hydrogen powered engine technology could keep internal combustion engines on the road and running in a carbon free world by being fueled with clean hydrogen not carbon emissions producing gas.  CEO Toyoda also believes this technology could save millions of automotive jobs. Near Zero Emissions Driving The Toyota chief executive feels that carbon is the enemy of the environment not the i...

  Edition 1 Deliveries of GMC EV Hummer in December 2021                                        Source:  GMC Hummer EV More Editions Coming in 2022 & Beyond GMC's greatly anticipated, all-electric Hummer pickup truck will be delivered to buyers in December 2021.  This is Edition 1, which is a super heavy all-electric pickup truck with a 329-mile range on a charge, according to the company.  December will be the start of Edition 1 deliveries of the heavy EV super truck, despite global delivery disruptions, high energy prices, COVID and big supply chain problems.  This is a great achievement for GM against all global transportation, manufacturing and other business odds. Future Editions of EV Hummer Pickups Edition 1 is a heavy-duty pick-truck and its 329-mile range has not been certified by the EPA.  The next Hummer EVs will be lig...

  Edition 1 Deliveries of GMC EV Hummer in December 2021                                        Source:  GMC Hummer EV More Editions Coming in 2022 & Beyond GMC's greatly anticipated, all-electric Hummer pickup truck will be delivered to buyers in December 2021.  This is Edition 1, which is a super heavy all-electric pickup truck with a 329-mile range on a charge, according to the company.  December will be the start of Edition 1 deliveries of the heavy EV super truck, despite global delivery disruptions, high energy prices, COVID and big supply chain problems.  This is a great achievement for GM against all global transportation, manufacturing and other business odds. It's an achievement for GM that President Biden recently gave a big salute to. Future Editions of EV Hummer Pickups Edition 1 is a heavy-duty pick-truck and its 329-mile...

  Long Distance, Zero Emissions Hydrogen Bus Travel                                             Source:  FlixBus Network of H-Buses Being Tested by Germany's Flix Germanys FlixMobility, which is the parent company of bus company FlixBus, is about to test hydrogen fuel cell buses on long distance routes throughout Europe.  It would provide Europe with the first, widespread network of hydrogen powered, zero emissions buses.  Flix is working in tandem with electromobility company Freudenberg Sealing Technologies.  Flixbus was the first transport company to launch fully electric buses in Europe.  The company's leadership considers hydrogen long distance bus travel a key component of the future of sustainable mobility. Tech Specs The Germany company says its fuel cell vehicles will have a range of at least 500 km and will refuel ...

Solar Electric Car Company Goes Public & Hits Near $40 per Share  Ends Week Near $32 per Share                                                                                Sono Motors Sion Hot New Solar Electric Automotive Technology Germany's Sono Group, parent of Sono Motors - the solar electric car company - went public on the Nasdaq on November 17, 2021 for an initial price of $15 per share, soared to $38.74 and closed on Friday at $31.73 per share.  The company has a hot electric car - the Sion - and hot solar body panel technology.  Sono has 16,000 pre-orders of the Sion, which is the company's first solar electric vehicle.  The down-payments were $3,000 each.  The car is priced at $28,700 and will be delivered to consumers ...

  World First From the Netherlands & Australia                                             Source:  Studio MOM LAVO   Hydrogen, Solar Powered Battery, Studio MOM E-Bike Dutch e-bike manufacturer Studio MOM  and hybrid hydrogen battery maker LAVO of Australia have invented a world first - a hydrogen powered electric bike that can transport heavy cargo over long distances.  MOM says the hydrogen battery is much lighter than lithium-ion batteries typically used in e-bikes.  As a result, the cargo bike can carry heavier loads for longer distances with zero emissions. Breakthrough Battery Technology The LAVO hydrogen battery, developed at the University of New South Wales, uses solar energy to distill hydrogen from water.  The hydrogen is absorbed into a patented metal hydride and converts into battery power.  The e-bike...

  From Japan, Hybrid Hoverbike for an Above Traffic Commute                                                                                Source:  A.L.I Technologies A.L.I. Technologies New Iconic Form of Commuting This is one of the new pieces of travel technology that has been under development for years that many have all been waiting for.  It has just arrived!  From A.L.I Technologies of Japan, a hybrid hoverbike that can soar over traffic at speeds up to 62 miles per hour.  It is called XTurismo and the company called is the "icon of mobility".  This breakthrough piece of flying technology isn't under development in a back street garage.  It is for sale for a whopping $680,000. Buyers can pre-book it for delivery in...