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ANOTHER BIG WIN FOR OUR REGION: Canoo, a pioneering electric vehicle company, is relocating its headquarters to North Texas! Along with 137 engineering roles moving across Texas and its Oklahoma sites, this shift is expected to generate a remarkable $15 million in new taxes for both states—contributing to a $150 million tax base over the next decade. This move positions Canoo as a leader in the advanced mobility sector, with their electric cargo vehicles already powering fleets for Walmart, USPS, and even NASA. Their newly-expanded Oklahoma City facility will streamline operations and allow for rapid growth. This is a big win for our region! Companies like Canoo, Tesla, and Oracle are choosing Texas for its pro-business environment and strong infrastructure. Southern Oklahoma is also seeing huge benefits with continued investment and job growth. If you’re interested in learning more about our markets (including those in Southern Oklahoma), reach out at 972.837.8765 or email at info@slaughterinvesting.com READ MORE: https://lnkd.in/gsvvbc_q 
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Random car fact I just learned . . . Did you know that DeLoreans where only produced for a short two year window from 1981-1982? The only reason many folks (like me) thought they were more popular was because of their featured role in Back To The Future. Apparently, they were actually pretty mediocre cars when it came to quality and performance and never sold well. But here's another DeLorean fact I recently learned . . . They are set to launch an all-electric version, Alpha5, at some point this year. Would be really cool to see that iconic look back on the road which will presumably would have addressed their prior shortcomings. Am I the last to know this? Or did you know how limited the production was of these cars? #TheEngineeringMentor #engineering #engineers #mentoring #engineeringlife #SREngineeringAndConsulting Btw, I'm an open networker, so don't be shy if you want to reach out to follow/connect

Three of my Volvo colleagues give some insight in what it’s like to be an engineer.

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Let's break down the emissions associated with petroleum production, transportation, refining, and vehicle use, and then compare them to the emissions from electricity generated by coal power plants for battery electric vehicle (BEV) charging. 1. Petroleum Production and Transportation: - Scope 1 and 2 Emissions: - Oil and gas operations result in approximately 5.1 billion tonnes (Gt) of CO₂-equivalent emissions globally. - These emissions account for just under 15% of total energy-related greenhouse gas emissions. - Scope 3 Emissions: - The use of oil and gas products (such as gasoline and diesel) contributes to another 40% of emissions. - This includes emissions from tailpipes when vehicles burn fossil fuels. 2. Refining: - Refining crude oil into usable fuels involves energy-intensive processes. - Refineries emit greenhouse gases during these operations. 3. Further Transportation: - Distributing refined petroleum products (e.g., gasoline, diesel) to gas stations adds to emissions. - Trucks, ships, and pipelines are used for this purpose. 4. Pumping Station Energy Demand: - Pumping stations along pipelines require electricity to maintain oil flow. - This energy demand contributes to emissions. 5. Direct or Tailpipe Emissions: - When gasoline or diesel is burned in internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, they emit CO₂, carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen oxides (NOₓ), and other pollutants. - These emissions directly impact air quality and contribute to climate change. Now, let's compare this with electricity generated from coal power plants for BEV charging: 1. Coal Power Plants: - Coal-fired power plants produce electricity by burning coal. - The efficiency of coal-based electricity generation varies, but it is generally less efficient and more polluting than other sources. - CO₂ emissions are associated with coal combustion. 2. BEV Charging: - BEVs charged from coal-generated electricity still have lower overall emissions compared to ICE vehicles. - Here's why: - Assume a BEV uses 4 miles per kilowatt-hour (kWh) of charge. - From 1 kg of emitted CO₂, a battery can be charged by approximately 0.84 kWh. - Equivalent CO₂ output from pure carbon would be 0.155 kWh/km. - Thus, BEVs charged from coal-fired electricity emit about 184 g of CO₂ per kilometer. 3. Regional Variation: - The environmental impact depends on where you live: - In regions with cleaner energy grids (e.g., hydro, wind, solar), BEVs have even lower emissions. In summary, while petroleum production and use contribute significantly to emissions, BEVs charged from coal power plants still offer advantages over ICE vehicles. 🌿🚗 #ElectricVehicles #CleanEnergy #SustainableTransport #ClimateAction #GreenMobility #ZeroEmissions #EVCharging #RenewableEnergy #GoElectric #LowCarbon

It is sad to see how much energy, the people demonstrating against Tesla, show. We need to be realistic, there will always be a need for individual traffic and what we at Tesla do is to give an sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative for this. In addition we also provide solar power and store it, this is the future! For sure better than any ICE using diesel or gasoline. We even support public transportation to the plant. I think this demonstration are showing the wrong sign and they are very bad for Brandenburg and Germany. Let’s transform the world and make it a better place, but the right way. This video is showing great the comparison. Just always imagine we would all be driving in electric cars and somebody would tell you the Internal Combustion Engines are the future. (You would only need oil, process it, transport it, petroleum station and you have a highly flammable and explosive fuel 😉) How would you think the demonstrations against this would run?

The key concept that seems to get lost in many EV vs ICE conversations is that whether or not a specific EV has slightly more or less aggregate environmental impact than a particular ICE vehicle across its entire lifespan, the fact remains that in the grand scheme of things EVs are still very new, and yet they are already on par with ICE in that regard. Considering that ICE vehicles have been around for over 100 years, and EVs have only just begun, it's foolish to assume there won't be substantial advancements in the future. So yes, I do have a Tesla, in spite of the fact that I think Elon Musk is an idiot, but that's not the point. The point is to support the concepts and the industry now so that we may all reap the benefits down the road. (But it is also true that I'll be looking at other EV brands when it comes time for my next car, egads... 😂 ) #EV #ICE #climate

2015! What a year. It’s the year I joined Tesla when electric vehicles were just an idea. I thought I’d share three common questions I got when I was joining. Q: What/who is Tesla? (Remember, back in 2015, Tesla was at an infant stage.)  A: They make electric cars... I think. (Got to admit, I wasn’t too convinced.) Q: What are you going to do there? A: Work as an engineer. (Ended up being only 5% of my job.) Q: So you are moving across the world for an "IDEA" of a company, which was not even in a proven sector? A: I guess, yes. We all have to take some risks and make sacrifices, just have to go with my instincts on this. Every day working there was a new challenge and experience. Tesla pushed me beyond my comfort zone. It was certainly worth the risk because the people I worked with, and what I learned and achieved, are simply phenomenal. It’s a decade of experience condensed into four years. It was a career-defining moment for me, and I suppose all of us have those junctions in our lives. I’m curious to know, what’s yours? #CareerJourney #Tesla #ElectricVehicles #Innovation #RiskTaking #CareerDefiningMoments #Engineering #ProfessionalGrowth #Throwback #NewOpportunities #LinkedInCommunity

The Tesla Method: Joby's Patents, Explained! | $JOBY Stock https://lnkd.in/etB-fykb Talking with Travis out of California about Joby taking the Tesla method: Technology first. Ever wondered which patents Joby has already filed? Well, in this video we do a deep dive into just that topic! #evtol #aviation Joby Aviation

My Commute, My Sanctuary: Why My Morning Drive Sparks Joy ♥ For many, the daily commute can be a source of stress. But for me, as an automotive systems engineer, it's a cherished pocket of time. It's no surprise, really. My car acts as a bridge between my two passions: driving and the intricacies of automotive engineering. Those quiet morning miles give me a chance to ease into the day, surrounded by the rhythmic purr of the engine and the smooth response of the vehicle's systems. It's a chance to appreciate the design and engineering that goes into every car, and how even the most routine commute can be a delightful dance between machine and driver. There's a sense of satisfaction that comes from working in a field you're truly passionate about. Every challenge I tackle at work feels less like a job and more like an opportunity to delve deeper into the fascinating world of automotive engineering. And that passion spills over into my commute, making it the perfect way to prime myself for a productive and fulfilling day. #automotivesystemsengineer #enthusiast #loveforcars