Americans want more renewable energy but there’s a strong partisan divide—just as the Biden administration might have to face a bipartisan “compromise” that reportedly strips some of that out of an infrastructure plan. Another Tesla Model 3 is set to tackle Pikes Peak. And Fisker says its Ocean EV is getting more power. This and
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LIKE if you think electric cars should be more affordable, SHARE to spread the word! Is the Wuling Hongguang Mini EV the most exciting electric car on the market? Probably not. But what is it about this little box on wheels that has led to it outselling Tesla? It’s small, it’s cheap but it could
OneD Battery Sciences has introduced SINANODE, a technology to power the next generation of silicon-based EV batteries. The SINANODE process fuses silicon nanowires onto commercial graphite powders, which the company says triples the energy density of the anode while cutting its cost per kWh in half. The higher energy density increases battery range while nanowires
As business and national attractions begin to finally open their doors to the public and even allow full capacity, the long-overdue list of activities to do this summer and beyond is miles long. A key factor in experiencing many of these ventures requires some time in your car, and hopefully, it’s an EV — perhaps
Sponsored by Starline Track Busway Automakers have taken bold steps forward in the development of rapid and robust electric vehicle offerings. Those efforts have not gone unnoticed. The combination of more competitively priced electric car models and improvements in battery technology have provided peace of mind for consumers looking to travel 200 miles on a
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including more information on the new Tesla Model S Plaid, its yoke steering wheel, the launch of the VW ID.4 AWD in the US, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by our partnership with IAA: a
ID.4 AWD Pro carries a starting manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $43,675, lower than any other AWD BEV on sale today Dual-motor ID.4 offers maximum of 295 hp and AWD Pro achieves 0-60 mph in 5.7 seconds EPA-estimated 249 miles of range on AWD Pro model and 240 miles of range on AWD Pro S
So, you think the Tesla Model S Plaid‘s yoke is pretty awesome? Now, you can get an aftermarket yoke for your Tesla Model 3 or Model Y. Brian Jenkins (i1Tesla) got one from Hansshow and installed it himself. He writes, “My carbon fiber and Alcântara wrapped Yoke wheel is amazing. Not that hard to install
By Simon Alvarez Posted on June 20, 2021 It was only a few hours after the accident and a bold statement was already making its rounds in the mainstream media. Another Tesla has crashed, and this time, it took the lives of two individuals from Texas. Facing inquiries from journalists eager for some clarity as
The 2004 Ford Shelby Cobra concept is headed to auction. The one-off drivable concept car inspired by the legendary Cobra roadster will cross the block at Mecum auction in Monterey, California, scheduled for Aug. 12-14. Codenamed “Daisy,” the Shelby Cobra concept debuted at the 2004 Detroit auto show. Since 2017, it’s been owned by Chris
The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is one of America’s most famous races, and for the past several years it’s served as a de facto proving ground for electric racing vehicles—including multiple Tesla Model 3s, all rather lightly modified. Evasive Motorsports is very familiar with Pikes Peak, winning the Unlimited class in last year’s race
Aircraft leasing company Avolon has placed an order for up to 500 electric eVTOL aircraft from Vertical Aerospace. The companies say the sale will introduce the ultra-short-haul aircraft category to commercial aviation. The two companies will collaborate throughout the development, certification and commercial roll-out of the VA-X4, a piloted, zero-emissions electric Vertical Take Off and
New South Wales, Australia’s most populous state and home to Sydney, has announced a massive new EV policy package with $500 million worth of tax exemptions, rebates, and new spending on chargers, along with traffic-avoidance perks. In contrast, earlier this year, neighboring Victoria, the second most populous Australian state, implemented the “worst EV policy in
The Chargeway system, which helps EV buyers understand charging stations, speeds, and compatibilities—along with info on utility incentives—will start to show up in dealer websites The Chargeway visual EV charging platform, which helps car shoppers locate and understand charging stations, speeds, and compatibilities, can already be found in pilot programs in more than 20 dealerships
Remember those days as a kid, playing with Tonka trucks? Back when your wildest fantasy was running your own cute little sandbox construction site, ordering toy trucks and cranes to move around loads of dirt all willy-nilly like those tiny drivers weren’t getting paid by the hour? Well, just because you’ve grown up now and
Partnership with energy providers: Audi funding expansion of renewable energy to increase the number of charging stations in Europe that use green power Next step towards the vision of carbon-neutral mobility: Audi funding the expansion of wind and solar farms in Europe The Audi-funded projects are expected to feed an additional 5 terawatt hours of
The latest electric car that underwent Bjorn Nyland’s humorous banana box test is the all-new Audi Q4 e-tron. Since the car is based on the MEB-platform and produced alongside its more mainstream cousins: Volkswagen ID.4 and Skoda Enyaq iV, it’s interesting to see whether its cargo capacity is as impressive (see previous tests here: Enyaq
By Joey Klender Posted on June 19, 2021 This is a preview from our weekly newsletter. Each week I go ‘Beyond the News’ and handcraft a special edition that includes my thoughts on the biggest stories, why it matters, and how it could impact the future. Tesla has tapped a new type of automotive glass
Which SUV brand is considering a hydrogen fuel-cell model? Which company thinks it’s too early to focus only on EVs? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending June 18, 2021. The 2022 Lexus NX crossover was one of the new or redesigned vehicles revealed
China is the first country in Asia to receive Model X. 400 Guests gathered at the Diaoyutai state guesthouse in Beijing to celebrate its arrival. The highly anticipated SUV appeared on stage carrying a family of 7 and their luggage.
Tesla made some price “adjustments” with their Model 3 and Model Y EVs to prep for the upcoming competition for the 2021 EVs in the same price range like Hyundai IONIQ 5, Ford Mustang Mach-E, VW ID.4, Nissan Ariya and others. InsideEVs Tom Moloughney will be here with the big picture, plus other electric car
SUBSCRIBE, LIKE & SHARE for a Fully Charged future! Cobalt has hit the headlines in recent years in relation to its role in batteries and reports of controversial mining, but how much do you really know about it? It’s been with us for thousands of years but as the world becomes more electrified our interest
Bus and coach manufacturer the NFI Group has unveiled its first zero-emission, three-axle double-deck bus. The Enviro500EV CHARGE is the North American all-electric version of the company’s popular double-decker bus, and is produced by NFI subsidiary Alexander Dennis (ADL). The 45-foot Enviro500EV CHARGE offers panoramic views, low-floor entry, reclined seating, overhead reading lights and air
Elon Musk is asking Tesla employees to go ‘all out’ for the end-of-quarter delivery and production push as the automaker is trying again to achieve record numbers. Tesla has been known to have intense end-of-quarter delivery pushes due to its distribution system, which is very different from other automakers who use third-party dealerships. We expected
We’ve got more bad news about Lordstown Motors. Following several volleys of bad mojo ending with the departure of its upper management, the EV startup has informed the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Thursday that it doesn’t have any binding purchase orders or commitments. That’s not what the company was saying several months ago. Hell, that
Hyzon Motors, a supplier of hydrogen fuel cell-powered commercial vehicles, has developed a new patent-pending eAxle design that’s designed to improve the efficiency of 6×4 Class 8 commercial vehicles. Hyzon’s eAxle eliminates right-angle hypoid gears, and uses one motor per wheel, with optimized performances at both low and high speeds. Paired with a virtual differential,
Maine has become the first US state to pass statewide legislation to divest from fossil fuels. LD 99, “An Act To Require the State To Divest Itself of Assets Invested in the Fossil Fuel Industry,” was signed late Wednesday by Governor Janet Mills (D-ME). A divestment plan is now required by 2026. Maine divests from fossil
Jeremy Coulter, Bookmycharge, Co-founder UK’s bookable home and destination EV charging network launches rewilding campaign to support Clean Air Day Support for UK charity ‘Heal Rewilding’ offers free sponsorship of 3m x 3m square of land for rewilding to new EV chargepoint registrants Bookmycharge campaign aims to accelerate EV uptake and improve biodiversity to enhance
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