The light electric motorcycle market has expanded far beyond that of the larger and flashier flagship electric sportbikes. While companies like Harley-Davidson, Zero, and Energica battle for market share of the electric equivalent of liter bikes, a dizzying array of companies have rolled out wave after wave of new, lighter electric motorcycles. One of the
The Koenigsegg Jesko hypercar is full of ingenuity, including a high-revving twin-turbocharged 5.0-liter and ultra-fast Light Speed Transmission. In a recently released video, company founder Christian von Koenigsegg walks us through the assembly of these components. Both the engine and 9-speed transmission are assembled in a clean room at the company’s headquarters in Ängelholm, Sweden.
Electrical equipment manufacturer Leviton may be best known for its lighting control devices, but the company has been making EV charging hardware for a decade. Leviton has now announced a partnership with charging management company AmpUp. Leviton’s new EV Series Pro charging stations include 48- and 80-amp level 2 stations, available with or without LCD
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The Inflation Reduction Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law have collectively infused billions of dollars into the electric vehicle industry in the United States. The IRA has enabled consumer incentives such as the $7,500 tax credit, while provisions in both policies have incentives for local battery production, and charging infrastructure expansion. Policymakers in Washington have
By Zachary Visconti Posted on November 18, 2023 Zero-emission semi-truck manufacturer Nikola said this week that its CFO has resigned after succeeding the role’s former executive earlier this year. On Friday, Nikola announced that CFO Anastasiya Pasterick is resigning to “pursue other opportunities,” following her succession of Kim Brady in March (via Reuters). Pasterick is
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
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.”
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by VMAX: If you’re looking for a high-quality e-scooter with superior performance, check out the new VX5, VX2 Pro, VX4, and the R40 and R55 high-speed race scooters from VMAX. New
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
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by VMAX: If you’re looking for a high-quality e-scooter with superior performance, check out the new VX5, VX2 Pro, VX4, and the R40 and R55 high-speed race scooters from VMAX. New
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
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