Articles tagged "Misc"

Electric vehicles are not just the rides of tomorrow; they could well be the undisputed kings of the road in less than a decade. According to a report by the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI), the quiet hum of EVs, notable for their low decibels and...

The European Commission only just announced its intent to probe China's EV subsidies, suspecting protectionist motives that might adversely affect global automotive markets. Ursula von der Leyen, the European Commission President, voiced concerns...

In a move reminiscent of a high-stakes poker game, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a formal investigation into Chinese subsidies for electric vehicles. The subsidies are alleged to be artificially deflating prices and...

The race to reach 60 mph or 62 mph from a standing start as quickly as possible has long stepped into the ridiculous territory. You know how you know? If we're measuring things in hundredths of a second. Even tens of a second seems arduous at best,...

The days when electric cars were an oddity on the roads are far, far behind us. If the recent sales figures are any indication, EVs are charging full-speed ahead. Global plug-in electric car sales in July 2023 surpassed the magic one million mark...

While cars have long been seen as symbols of freedom and open roads, the current digital evolution paints a less rosy picture. For many, the shift from gasoline to electric vehicles represents a move towards a more sustainable future. But as cars...

Germany's gearing up to put the "electric" in every gas station. And if you're a Tesla fan, you might be cheering a bit louder now. At the recent IAA Mobility/Munich Motor Show, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced that Germany is set to enact a...

In a world where the climate crisis is a hot topic (pun intended), electric vehicles have taken center stage in discussions about sustainable solutions. Yet, for former President Donald Trump, the race to go electric is more about power dynamics...

Let's kick things off with some good ol' number crunching. Imagine you've got to replace the battery of an electric vehicle, and you're staring at a bill for, let's say, $20,000. It's enough to make anyone's wallet weep. Now, compare that to the...

Alright, here's a riddle for you. Why would electric vehicles stack up in dealers' backyards even when the buzz says everyone wants them? Contradiction? Maybe. Mystery? Let’s look a little bit closer. We all remember the days of hopping into our...

Electrify America (EA) is giving its charging stations a pricing makeover. But is it for the better? Starting August 17, Electrify America will assign specific prices to each of its stations. It's how pricing at gas stations has always worked and...

When it comes to paving the way for sustainable practices, Li-Cycle, a leading player in the realm of electric vehicle battery recycling, continues to exceed expectations. Building upon its reputation as a pioneer in North America, the Toronto-based...

The Council of the European Union has just adopted a law that would see countries canvas the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) with fast chargers at 37 miles intervals, effectively eliminating range anxiety between major cities from Portugal...

The story of China's automobile industry seems to be - unsurprisingly - one of exponential growth. From humble beginnings to the position of a global contender, it's a narrative marked by a relentless pursuit of progress. Now, in 2023, the country...

As Uncle Sam grapples with the blueprint for a national charging network, clean transport supporters across the pond seem to be leaving the US in their environmentally friendly dust. Here's the headline: Europe is taking no prisoners when it comes...

Unravel the impossible, thread by thread. That's exactly what the students at TU/e (Technische Universiteit Eindhoven) have been doing with their ground-breaking electric race car project. Their secret weapon is the 'Revolution,' an electric race...

In the thrilling world of the Chinese automotive market, plug-in vehicles are quickly taking over the scene. To put it into perspective, China's plug-in vehicle sales shot up by an impressive 54% compared to the previous year. The previous month...

Rolling through a growing cityscape of electric vehicle enthusiasm, the U.S. auto market seems to have taken a surprise pit stop. Latest reports are showing an unexpected buildup in unsold EV inventories. Quite a turn, considering we'd just grown...

There is no other way to put it - the automotive industry is on the verge of a seismic shift. Imagine a world where electric vehicles compete head-to-head with their fuel-powered counterparts in terms of range. That future might not be as far as we...

Just when we thought the EV market in China was going to simmer down a bit, the rug got pulled out from under us. You know what they say - promises are made to be broken, especially when you're the China Association of Auto Manufacturers...