Paul Fosse, Author at CleanTechnica

Why I Think Tesla’s Most Affordable Model Will Be A Big Success, For Reasons Nobody Is Talking About

Paul Fosse — Sun, 27 Apr 2025 07:54:01 +0000

Historical Context on Model Y Pricing You May Or May Not Care About I’ve been writing about the more affordable Tesla models for a long time. I wrote this article in 2019 talking about how to cut costs and referenced Elon Musk talking to Marques Brownlee in August 2018 about ... [continued]

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New 2025 Chevrolet Blazer SS Takes A Good EV To The Next Level

Paul Fosse — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 13:00:01 +0000

Introduction Chevrolet invited me to Charlotte to drive the new Blazer SS and tour some of their facilities in the area (they paid for my flights and hotel and food). I don’t accept invites for every car (since I just write part time), but since I was so impressed with ... [continued]

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A Tesla Bull Spends A Day Testing Waymo In Phoenix

Paul Fosse — Mon, 07 Apr 2025 04:01:20 +0000

I tested Waymo’s automated taxis during a Phoenix vacation. I found Waymo’s service comparable to Uber’s/Lyft’s, slightly cheaper, and user-friendly, despite minor pickup inconveniences. Waymo’s driving matched Tesla FSD V13’s best performance—confident yet cautious—but excelled as a consumer experience, allowing passengers to relax without supervising the vehicle. Tesla FSD, while ... [continued]

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Google Trends: Interest In “Buy A Tesla” Triples In The US As President Trump Gives Conservatives Permission To Buy The Best EV Sold In The US

Paul Fosse — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 14:58:55 +0000

As a Republican who has liked electric cars for about 15 years, I’ve wondered when this moment would happen. We all know that a car is more than just transportation to get from A to B. In high school, the car you drove really influenced what other kids thought of ... [continued]

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Was Toyota Right To Prioritize Hybrids Over Full Electric Cars?

Paul Fosse — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 03:58:17 +0000

When I first heard about Toyota’s decision to prioritize hybrids over full electric vehicles (EVs), I was skeptical. As a cleantech enthusiast and proud owner of several electric cars over the last 14 years, I’ve long believed that EVs are the future of transportation. But after digging into the data ... [continued]

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The Adventure Of Installing Solar Panels On My Townhouse With A Shared Roof

Paul Fosse — Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:57:28 +0000

I’ve wanted to install solar for a long time, but there has always been a reason it doesn’t make sense for me. When I first wanted to install solar about 8 years ago, it didn’t make sense, since my roof was 15 years old, and it adds a lot to ... [continued]

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Why I Think The Tesla Model Y Might Be Uniquely Good For People Nearing Retirement

Paul Fosse — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 03:57:07 +0000

This article explains the unique financial, safety, and self-driving advantages of EVs in general and the Tesla Model Y in particular. I’ve long been a fan of Tesla’s Model Y. I wrote 3 articles the day of the unveiling (almost 6 years ago), including this one claiming the 3rd row ... [continued]

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Why Maintaining A Gas Car Sucks Compared To An Electric Car

Paul Fosse — Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:53:28 +0000

Owning gas cars means dealing with frequent oil changes and various maintenance issues, leading to time, cost, and reliability concerns versus EVs. This rant is going to list some things I’ve found to be annoying about the ~15 gas cars I owned until I went all electric in 2021. At ... [continued]

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My Response To A Libertarian Podcast On Trump’s Likely Energy Policy

Paul Fosse — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 23:36:22 +0000

In this article, I comment on the recent podcast/video, “What Should Trump Do About Energy Policy?” below. I found it interesting to listen to, but I did have some issues with a few things, and maybe we can discuss them and both come away better informed. Energy Policy Discussion In ... [continued]

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My Plan To Minimize My Total Cost Of Ownership On My Tesla Model Y For The Next 10 Years

Paul Fosse — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 22:37:26 +0000

Total cost of ownership for a used 2021 Tesla Model Y over 10 years compared with Toyota RAV4 and BMW shows Tesla’s outstanding value! I’ve written before on total cost of ownership (most recently about 2 years ago), but this article will be more personal. This won’t work for everyone, ... [continued]

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Tesla Lease Buyouts — More Than Meets The Eye, So Many Options

Paul Fosse — Sat, 30 Nov 2024 01:34:26 +0000

The following is a Tesla leasing analysis, as well as a look at how leasing offers many advantages but also has significant drawbacks. First, though, Tesla boosts sales with many different incentives, so let’s list some of the others for a broader perspective. Tesla seems to be pulling out all ... [continued]

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I Test Drive A Nissan Ariya & Marvel At Some Year-End Deals

Paul Fosse — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 03:06:46 +0000

I was driving past a grocery store and noticed they had a station to test drive the Nissan Ariya a little north of Denver, Colorado. I stopped by and took it for a spin. I drove the top-of-the-line all-wheel-drive Platinum trim. This has the power liftgate, heated and cooled leather ... [continued]

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My Tesla Got Hit — Fix It At A Tesla Certified Repair Or “Regular” Body Shop?

Paul Fosse — Sun, 24 Nov 2024 01:08:08 +0000

How is my experience getting an estimate for a minor repair at both a Tesla Certified and a “regular” body shop? I’ve written about Tesla collision repairs before here and here, about 5 years ago. This summer, I got the chance to do a similar repair again! My previous repair ... [continued]

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Where Tesla FSD Still Fails (One 10-Mile Case)

Paul Fosse — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 03:37:31 +0000

Editor’s note: Paul posted this on X and tagged me. It’s basically an article, so I’m posting it here with minor edits. Enjoy. —Zach 5 interventions in 10 miles v12.5.4.1 on a 4 year old Model Y, north of Tampa. #1 — after 6 years of development, it still can’t ... [continued]

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Fervo Energy’s Update Shows Enhanced Geothermal Is Hot (Literally)!

Paul Fosse — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 14:35:55 +0000

Fervo Energy is shaking things up in geothermal energy, showcasing some big wins over the last month, bringing some cool, next-gen tech to the heat beneath our feet. At CleanTechnica, we have been covering Fervo Energy for over 4 years, but this is my first article about the company. If ... [continued]

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Fueling Up The Day After Milton Pounds The Florida Coast, Electric Versus Gas

Paul Fosse — Fri, 11 Oct 2024 15:28:24 +0000

Yesterday, I wrote about having only an electric car as a powerful storm was powering toward my family’s home. I looked at the implications if you are evacuating and if you are staying. We decided to stay. Luckily for us, the storm slightly weakened and turned slightly south, saving our ... [continued]

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What If A Hurricane Comes & You Only Have An Electric Car?

Paul Fosse — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 01:29:19 +0000

After reading Jennifer’s excellent article on the flood fire risk with EVs related to hurricanes, I thought I would also present the positive side of having an EV as a major hurricane is headed toward your home. As someone who has lived in Tampa for 33 years, I know that ... [continued]

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Polestar 3 SUV — First Drive

Paul Fosse — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 03:58:54 +0000

Last week, I got to drive the new Polestar 3 SUV about 85 miles through the mountains of Wyoming and Idaho, and I was mostly impressed with the car. Driving the Polestar 3, I was impressed by its luxury, performance, and tech. However, its efficiency and value were average. Market ... [continued]

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Go Electric Colorado Helps Homeowners In Colorado & Around The Country Transition To Fossil-Free Buildings

Paul Fosse — Sat, 07 Sep 2024 21:50:56 +0000

I was visiting my daughter in Colorado and decided to visit the “Cars and Coffee” event in Lafayette. Although they had many interesting cars and a few interesting electric vehicles, I ended up deciding to write about a non-profit organization call Go Electric Colorado after Julia Moravcsik told me about ... [continued]

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How Chinese Cars Like The XPeng Mona M03 Will Impact The Global Auto Industry

Paul Fosse — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 10:22:54 +0000

In this article, I analyze the competitive landscape of electric vehicles (EVs) in China, focusing on the Xpeng Mona M03 and others’ effect on the global auto market. About 3 years ago, I wrote about cars that seemed to be impressive before, like the Xpeng P5 and the BYD Dolphin. ... [continued]

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Volvo Penta & Northern Offshore Services (NOS) Christen 1st New Ship Using New Professional IPS To Advance Offshore Wind

Paul Fosse — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 03:39:01 +0000

The Volvo Penta IPS Professional Platform offers advanced marine propulsion, integrating dual power sources for efficiency and flexibility. In a significant stride towards sustainability and efficiency in marine transportation, Volvo Penta, in collaboration with Northern Offshore Services (N-O-S), has introduced the world’s first commercial application of the IPS Professional Platform. ... [continued]

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China & US Auto Market — Chinese Auto Disrupting Everyone Else

Paul Fosse — Sat, 10 Aug 2024 21:38:37 +0000

In this article, I’m analyzing at a high level what is happening to the auto industry across propulsion types. I’ll break it down by region and also discuss individual companies. For the purposes of this article, I assume that level 5 self-driving and driverless taxis don’t come for a while. ... [continued]

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How Will A Republican President & Congress Affect US Auto Industry’s Pace Of Electrification?

Paul Fosse — Sun, 21 Jul 2024 11:59:38 +0000

As a lifelong libertarian leaning Republican (never much of a Trump fan), I hope I can bring a different perspective to the election than my fellow writers from the other side of the aisle. Carolyn recently penned this look at Trump’s VP pick JD Vance. Most of the time, the ... [continued]

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Magicycle Ocelot Pro 2.0 Torque Sensor E-Bike — CleanTechnica Tested

Paul Fosse — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 15:25:18 +0000

The Magicycle Ocelot Pro 2.0 is a well-rounded electric bike that delivers on performance, versatility, and reliability.

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What If The Cost Of Training Tesla Full Self Driving (FSD) Keeps Expanding, But Progress Stalls Again?

Paul Fosse — Sat, 06 Jul 2024 20:26:53 +0000

In the world of Tesla Full Self Driving (FSD), I hear two main views. The Tesla bulls (of which I am a member) seem to pretend that it is a foregone conclusion that Tesla will solve FSD soon and the only thing left is details like the app to call ... [continued]

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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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