Regulating carbon emissions from the oil and gas industry would allow the United States to reach its climate goals faster, argues a recent opinion piece by an oil industry veteran published in The Hill. Over 80% of U.S. carbon-dioxide (CO2) emissions c…
Author: Stephen Edelstein
Magna claims it can boost EV range 30%, with software and controls a big part of it
Automotive supplier Magna is launching a complete electric powertrain package that can the company claims can boost range by up to 30%. Called EtelligentReach, the powertrain will debut on a “new entrant vehicle” in 2022, Magna said in a press release….
Lightyear Two: More affordable solar-supplemented EV coming in 2025 with subscription options
The Lightyear One solar-supplemented electric car hasn’t started production, but its Dutch maker is already planning a second, more-affordable model. In a keynote presentation earlier this month, Lightyear confirmed plans to launch a second EV, appropr…
VW ID.4 will get Plug and Charge convenience soon with OTA update, bidirectional capability later
The Volkswagen ID.4 will soon get Plug and Charge capability in the United States, and may get bidirectional charging as well. VW confirmed both features for the European market in a press release earlier this month. A Volkswagen of America spokesperso…
VW ID.4 will get Plug and Charge convenience soon with OTA update, bidirectional capability later
The Volkswagen ID.4 will soon get Plug and Charge capability in the United States, and may get bidirectional charging as well. VW confirmed both features for the European market in a press release earlier this month. A Volkswagen of America spokesperso…
Report: Hyundai stops developing internal combustion engines
Hyundai Motor Group is winding down development of internal combustion engines, The Korea Economic Daily reported last week. The automaker closed its research and development center for combustion engines in Namyang, South Korea, according to the repor…
Citroën turns Ami electric microcar into safari-chic vacation plaything
With its tidy proportions and low top speed, the Citroën Ami electric microcar seems most at home in urban areas. But the French automaker recently reimagined the Ami for a more rugged environment. The Citroën My Ami Buggy concept dons off-ro…
Here’s why EV charging stations might not be as convenient as gas stations anytime soon
One of the biggest obstacles to mass EV adoption is that charging an electric car isn’t as convenient as filling up with gasoline. And charging might not meet that level of convenience anytime soon. The Alliance for Automotive Innovation (AAI) released…
Audi shows how it could add urban EV charging options with modular stations, lounges
Audi recently unveiled a new way to add urban charging options, based around modular “hubs” that include charging stations and airport-like lounges. Such hubs could provide an option for drivers who can’t charge at home, and could handle anticipated fu…
Nio ET5: China’s sporty-looking Model 3 rival offers battery swapping, claims range beyond 600 miles
The Nio ET5 is the Chinese automaker’s latest EV, and is shaping up to be a Tesla Model 3 rival in its home market. Unveiled at the automaker’s Nio Day event last week, the ET5 is a hatchback measuring 185 inches in length, meaning it’s about the same …
