Is a viable option for electric van life finally here? Possibly! Earlier today, Mercedes-Benz shared more details of its 2024 eSprinter Van refresh, including a more accurate range estimate (although still not official). What is official is the pricing, however, and when compared with its other specs, we may see some van enthusiasts consider a conversion.. More…
Is GM planning a rugged Kia EV9-rivaling electric SUV from Buick?
Could General Motors be crafting a rugged electric SUV for its Buick brand? A new painting from GM Design that looks eerily similar to Kia’s flagship EV9 could give us a clue.. More…
Alfa Romeo reveals the 33 Stradale supercar that goes 0-60 in under 3 sec, but good luck getting one
As an homage to its 1960s sports car by the same name, Alfa Romeo has revealed a modern-day, limited-edition version of the 33 Stradale that is all-electric. In line with its name, Alfa Romeo is only building 33 versions of this supercar, and your chances of getting one from the Italian automaker are essentially zero. More…
Italian Bike Specialist 3T Unveils New Exploro RaceMax Boost X20
The electric gravel bike is equipped with the compact Mahle X20 e-bike system. More…
Juiced Bikes Labor Day sale takes up to $700 off e-bikes, WORX electric pressure washer, more
The Labor Day green energy deals are starting to go live, with Juiced Bikes leading the way. Now taking up to $700 off its popular collection of e-bikes, you’ll find some of the best prices of the year detailed below. We’re also tracking this WORX 40V Hydroshot portable pressure washer at $149 to go alongside this Bosch EV charging station for $581. Just don’t forget we also have a massive list of other e-bike discounts, too. More…
Kia plant fire pauses EV6 production in South Korea for a week
After a fire broke out at Kia’s No. 3 plant in Hwaseong, South Korea, Tuesday, the automaker is pausing production until September 6. Kia’s EV6 electric crossover is one of the models built at the facility. More…
Tesla Autopilot’s ‘Elon Mode’ draws attention from regulators
Tesla Autopilot’s so-called “Elon Mode,” which is not really what it is called, is drawing attention from regulators because it enables fewer driver monitoring alerts. More…
Äike T review: Testing the first electric scooter that can charge your laptop
To be fair, the Äike T electric scooter is an interesting and innovative ride by itself. But the fact that it’s the world’s first USB-C enabled electric scooter is icing on the cake.. More…
2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter Starts At $74,181 With 113-kWh Battery
The brand’s first electric van in North America costs some $22,000 more than the Ford E-Transit, but it’s bigger and offers more range. More…
Mercedes’ first US electric vans are now available starting at $74,181
Mercedes-Benz has confirmed pricing for its full-size, cargo- and upfit-oriented electric van lineup, called eSprinter, and orders for these EVs are now open. In Standard Output form, the Mercedes-Benz eSprinter starts at $74,181, Including the $2,295 destination charge, while the High Output version starts at $77,611. These two versions are rated… More…
Porsche’s new EVs will bring bold designs as ‘an evolution’ of the sports car brand
Porsche is bringing fresh design features for its upcoming electric vehicles. According to Ingo Scheinhütte, head of advanced exterior design at Porsche, the brand’s new EVs “must be an evolution” of the German firm’s heritage.. More…
2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 To Be Carry-Over Model With A Few New Features
The recent EPA ratings reveal basically the same range and efficiency numbers. More…
Kia EV5 Price And Availability Revealed, Undercuts Tesla Model Y In China
The electric SUV will be available in China from November 2023. More…
Zinc Air Batteries Might Be Cheaper And Safer Than Lithium-Ion: Study
The battery uses a zinc anode with a cathode comprising air. More…
Tesla expands Supercharger access for non-Tesla EVs in Australia
Tesla has greatly expanded Supercharger access for non-Tesla EVs in Australia, with now most of the network being opened to everyone. More…
The Lucid Air is just a little faster than an aeroplane
A special race went down this week in Germany, setting an electric car against an ultra-light electric aircraft in the ‘E-Flight Challenge 2023’. The organisers aptly chose a Lucid Air sedan to compete against the Elektra Solar plane on a course covering the latest world record in electric flight. Said record was set by a […] More…
Mercury launches larger and more powerful electric outboard motors for small boats
Mercury Marine has just announced the launch of its two newest electric outboard motors, the Avator 20e and Avator 35e. More…
Andrada Group to build battery recycling plant in Hungary
The Slovenian Andrada Group is planning to set up a recycling factory for electric car batteries in Alsózsolca in north-eastern Hungary. In the future, the plant should be able to recycle 10,000 tonnes of batteries annually. According to the Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Péter Szijjártó, the Andrada Group will invest 10 billion […] More…
Rivian R1S, R1T: Quad-Motor vs. Dual-Motor EVs compared
Earlier this year, Rivian expanded its plant in Normal, Illinois by nearly 20% to manufacture its Enduro drive unit. It’s an about-face from the drive units supplied by Bosch in Rivian’s Quad-Motor models, and should help mitigate the bottlenecks to ramping production of the R1T adventure pickup truck, R1S three-row SUV, and EDV… More…
2023 Rivian R1T Dual Motor First Drive: Technically Less, But Still Capable
The dual-motor Rivian might seem less exciting on paper, but it sure doesn’t feel that way. More…
