General Motors is planning new commercial applications for its Hydrotec fuel cell technology. In addition to its use in heavy-duty trucks and locomotives, it will also be used in a mobile power generator to help petrol stations offer low-cost DC charging without expanding the grid. In total, GM announces three products in the release: A […] More…
New York boosts EV subsidy funding pot
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced an addition of more than $12 million to the Drive Clean Rebate program, which provides up to $2,000 on the purchase of an electric vehicle and funding of $2.7 million to local governments to purchase EVs and install charging stations for public use. Together, the consumer rebate program […] More…
Porsche Taycan Turbo S Looks The Part As Formula E’s New Safety Car
Replace the racing-themed livery with your favorite police car design and you’re looking at a Taycan Turbo S police pursuit vehicle. More…
IIHS Develops Ratings For Automation Safeguards, Mentions Tesla
The organization wants to make sure that proper safeguards are in place to keep drivers focused and ready to engage. More…
Porsche Taycan Sport Turismo Model Lineup Explained, Detailed
The Sport Turismo wagon will be available with all powertrains found in the sedan. More…
Electric Winnebago motorhome, Thor RV debut as industry sees getaway from gas and diesel
Two concept vehicles unveiled at this week’s 2022 Florida RV SuperShow hint at a future for the industry that doesn’t involve gasoline or diesel. The Winnebago e-RV concept is based on a Ford Transit van. But instead of the factory-built E-Transit, which hasn’t started deliveries yet, Winnebago used a standard Transit with an electric powertrain… More…
Parallel Systems reveals a rail innovation
Parallel Systems, a company founded by former SpaceX engineers to reimagine the railroad system, has raised $49.55 million in Series A funds to build autonomous battery-electric rail vehicles that move freight. The funds have been raised for the purpose of building a fleet of rail vehicles, executing advanced testing programs and growing the team. The […] More…
Beware Of Flatbed Tow Trucks: Damaged Mach-E Battery Costs $28,000
A Ford Mustang Mach-E owner claims $28,000 in battery pack damage from improper towing service. More…
Tesla Giga Austin Is Packed And Buzzing: Best Drone Footage Yet
The video shows plenty of activity in the 4680 battery area, as well as some Model Y crossovers being assembled. More…
Honda E Grows Widebody Kit, Looks Like A Petit Touring Car
The Honda e already looked good, but with this kit, enthusiasts might fancy it too. More…
Report: Geely’s Farizon Enters Electric Pickup Segment
A few images of the camouflaged prototype emerged. More…
Tesla Giga Berlin: More Than 100 MIG Tesla Model Y In Parking Lot
How many cars will Tesla assemble before starting series production? More…
Ballard receives follow-up order for train FC module
Ballard Power Systems has received an order for eight additional 200 kW fuel cell modules to support the expansion of Canadian Pacific’s Hydrogen Locomotive Program from one to three locomotives, with expected delivery in 2022. Including Ballard’s announcement from March 2021, the company will now provide a total of 14 fuel cell modules to Canadian […] More…
Ballard receives order for train FC module
Ballard Power Systems has received an order for eight additional 200 kW fuel cell modules to support the expansion of Canadian Pacific’s Hydrogen Locomotive Program from one to three locomotives, with expected delivery in 2022. Including Ballard’s announcement from March 2021, the company will now provide a total of 14 fuel cell modules to Canadian […] More…
Tesla launches new financing option for Solar Roof with lower monthly payments
Tesla has launched a new financing option for its Solar Roof with lower monthly payments as the company tries to make the product more affordable. More…
Volkswagen And Bosch Explore Battery Manufacturing Joint Venture
The two partners potentially could establish a new battery equipment solution provider for gigafactories. More…
Tesla Aims To Expand Direct Sales In New York
The company is asking its loyal fanbase to help support the effort. More…
Electric Airstream travel trailer revealed: Game-changer for EV camping?
The classic Airstream trailer is going electric. Just under a year after it announced plans to pursue electric travel trailers, Airstream parent company Thor Industries unveiled a concept version Wednesday at the 2022 Florida RV SuperShow. Dubbed eStream, the concept uses built-in battery packs and an electric motor to reduce the range loss of EV… More…
Here’s A Ridiculously Cool Police Chevy Silverado EV Rendering
Police pickups have become a thing over the past decade, so this probably predicts the future. More…
Hyundai to optimise batteries using quantum computing
Hyundai is cooperating with the US company IonQ, which specialises in quantum computing, to improve future batteries for electric cars. The goal is to optimise the charging and discharging cycles of next-generation batteries as well as their durability, capacity and safety through quantum-driven simulations of battery chemistries. Specifically, the partners want to develop so-called variational […] More…
