Aerodynamics are an important consideration in modern EVs. Lowering aerodynamic drag improves efficiency, allowing for more range from a given battery-pack size. But it bears emphasis: This is far from a new obsession. A new exhibit curated by Audi in Germany highlights an earlier era of aerodynamic experimentation. In the 1930s, engineers at the German
Month: November 2023
As regular Charged readers know, the US Inflation Reduction Act has spurred a tidal wave of investment in battery plants, as well as mines and processing facilities for critical battery minerals. EVSE manufacturers have also been joining the party (or “lining up at the trough,” as a fiscal conservative might put it). The DOE’s Vehicle
In the dynamic world of electric scooters, VMAX, a Swiss brand that recently entered the USA market, stands out for its commitment to quality. Operating in Europe since 2015, VMAX has gained recognition for its innovative designs and reliability. A stellar example of their prowess is the VX2 Pro, a versatile and high-quality electric scooter.
Ferrari published a Fiorano lap time for the SF90 XX Stradale this week, and it is quicker than the lap times set by all previous road-going Ferraris. It isn’t a huge surprise as the SF90 XX Stradale is also more powerful than all previous road-going Ferraris. 1962 Ferrari 330 LM bearing chassis no. 3765 –
Automaker Stellantis and nuclear energy company Orano have signed a memorandum of understanding to form a joint venture to recycle EV batteries and scrap. Stellantis will have access to cobalt, nickel and lithium from gigafactories in Europe and North America for electrification and energy transformation. The joint venture will produce “black mass” or “active mass.”
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If your gas-powered car was manufactured after 1991, it is most likely equipped with a mandatory On Board Diagnostic (OBD) system – a computer that monitors the health of the engine and various other components, effectively functioning like a doctor for your car. For electric cars, a standardized OBD system has been notably absent. Since
By Richard Angle Posted on November 17, 2023 After a one-day delay to replace a failed grid fin actuator, SpaceX is now less than 24 hours from the second test flight of Starship. SpaceX will have a 20-minute launch window that opens at 7:00 AM CT (13:00 UTC). Making this test flight is Ship 25
Which EV holds onto more of its range in the cold? And drivers of EVs from which vehicle maker appeared to “brick” their EVs? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending November 17, 2023. Just ahead of the LA auto show, Toyota revealed a
Measuring battery health and safety continuously is an important challenge—lithium-ion batteries can experience several challenges over their lifetimes such as unintended capacity loss, short circuits and thermal runaway. In 2011, Idaho National Laboratory researchers developed a new technology for measuring battery health and safety. By sending multiple waves of electrical current simultaneously through a battery,
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The Lucid Gravity debuted, we tested the 2025 Volkswagen ID.7, and a Tesla Cybertruck buyers agreement received changes. It’s the Week in Reverse, right here at Motor Authority. The Lucid Gravity electric three-row SUV debuted at the 2023 Los Angeles auto show. When it finally starts sales at the end of 2024, it will offer
The North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) monitored and collected data from 10 major EV truck depots in September 2023. In this webinar at the Virtual Conference on EV Infrastructure, we explore the insights from interviewing 122 people at these sites and monitoring the charging and operations of 21 different trucks. Each of these
Despite concerns over a cooling EV market, Hyundai and Kia are “very bullish” as demand for their electric vehicles remains strong. Over the past few months, I’m sure you’ve read headlines like “Automakers overestimated EV demand,” but some believe they are right on track. This includes Hyundai, Kia, and several others. Senior executives from the
Polestar is, really, really desperate to prove to everyone it isn’t Volvo. I was scrolling through my endless feed of TikTok only to stumble on a clumsy attempt at self-deprecating humor by the brand, lampooning the fact that people really might not be convinced that Polestars aren’t just Volvos via that currently viral Modern Family
By Maria Merano Posted on November 16, 2023 Amazon teamed up with Hyundai for vehicle sales and in-car features. The partnership between Amazon and the South Korean automaker involves three key pieces. The first piece of the partnership relates to Hyundai’s vehicle sales. Auto dealers can sell vehicles through Amazon’s stores in the United States
Toyota and battery-recycling firm Redwood Materials on Thursday announced an expansion of their previous agreement that will see Toyota source battery materials from Redwood for future battery production. Toyota announced plans to work with Redwood on recycling of battery materials in June 2022. But it’s now confirming plans to also source recycled material for battery
Since Orange EV produced its first electric terminal truck in 2015, we’ve seen many a commercial EV manufacturer boom and bust, as Orange quietly went about its business. Now the company is celebrating the production of its 1,000th electric terminal truck. (Terminal trucks, also known as drayage trucks or yard goats, shuttle cargo around ports
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The redesigned sixth-generation 2025 Subaru Forster made its public debut Thursday at the 2023 Los Angeles auto show with revised styling, updated infotainment and driver-assist technology, and the promise of a first-ever hybrid model. The new styling is a big departure from the previous-generation Forester, incorporating a prominent grille that blends into the headlights, as
Tesla pioneered megacasting, a technique that uses giant casting machines to make car bodies with just a few massive cast parts (a Matchbox car is said to have provided the inspiration), and other automakers quickly took notice. In 2021, the LK Group reported that it would supply giant casting presses to several Chinese companies. In
Volkswagen is recalling nearly 24,000 ID.4 electric vehicles in the US. The recall is over a lack of fireproofing on the ID.4’s interior sunshade. Volkswagen ID.4 recall: What to know Volkswagen notified the National Highway Traffic Administration (NHTSA) of its plans to recall certain 2023-2024 ID.4 models Thursday. After VW noticed the issue following an
Contrary to what many are saying, electric vehicle sales are rising steadily in the United States. They just still have a long way to go until they reach critical mass. The transition to electric mobility may be happening more slowly than many of us would like, but it’s certainly happening. But one known barrier to
By Simon Alvarez Posted on November 15, 2023 Tesla’s Head of Investor Relations, Martin Viecha, recently provided some context about the random drawings that were held for the upcoming Cybertruck delivery event. The executive also explained why popular Tesla community members and influencers tend to be constantly present at the company’s high-profile events. Tesla adopted
Lucid will address the meat of the new-vehicle market with a crossover SUV dubbed the Gravity. On Thursday, the Lucid Gravity electric three-row crossover SUV debuted at the 2023 LA auto show. When it arrives late in 2024 Lucid projects the Gravity will have over 440 miles of range and base models will cost less
Hyundai and Kia have entered a supply agreement with semiconductor manufacturer Infineon Technologies to secure power semiconductors for EVs. Hyundai and Kia will buy automotive power semiconductors such as diodes, insulated-gate bipolar transistors (IGBTs) and silicon carbide (SiC) power modules for their electric, hybrid and plug-in hybrid models. Infineon will supply the companies with power
Nearly 18-months after the initial announcement of a new “N” performance line of EVs beginning with the IONIQ 5, Hyundai has brought its souped up model stateside to kickoff 2023’s AutoMobility LA event in California. Here’s the latest. Hyundai Motor Group’s N and N Line performance sub-brands were a mere seven years old when the Korean automaker
Genesis released its first SUV, the GV80, for the 2021 model year, and it’s already coming in for some tweaks. Among them are the addition of a coupe-like body style and more power for its engines. Genesis revealed its updated crossover SUV in Los Angeles on the eve of the LA auto show. The new
EV charging powerhouse ChargePoint has developed a new DC fast charging platform that can deliver charging speeds up to 500 kW. In the first large-scale deployment of the new Express Plus Power Link 2000 system, it will power Mercedes-Benz’s new HPC NA charging network, which the automaker is touting as a premium network commensurate with
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