Electric vehicles are able to get close to and match the official range figures, according to the results of the WLTP Challenge. Having taken part in the event last week, Zap-Map’s drive in the Nissan Leaf e+ helped determine that statement. Whil…
Kumpan’s 100 km/h (62 mph) electric scooters offer up classic styling
When you think of a European scooter, you probably imagine that classic step-through styling with a big front shield and a comfy seat for two. And while you might be hearing that distant “putt putt” of a tiny one cylinder engine in your mi…
New BYD ADL Enviro200EV electric buses for London
The UK’s leading producer of electric buses, the BYD ADL partnership, has delivered more 100% emissions-free single deck electric buses to Transport for London (TfL) operator Go-Ahead London. 22 BYD ADL Enviro200EV models are now in service on ro…
Rivian scales up factory to make 100,000 EVs for Amazon
Preparation for production of 100,000 electric vans for Amazon by Michigan EV maker Rivian is under way at Illinois plant previously owned by Mitsubishi.
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Plug In America releases Used EV Buyers Guide
Although new EVs still cost considerably more to buy than comparable legacy vehicles, we’re seeing more and more articles arguing that the total cost of ownership, considering savings on fuel and maintenance, is actually lower. However, such arguments are moot for car buyers whose budget won’t cover any new car. For these folks (who probably… Read more »
Altair adds virtual battery software to Hyperworks simulation platform
Software specialist Altair has added a new battery simulation software, Sendyne’s CellMod Virtual Battery, to the Altair Partner Alliance (APA), its suite of 3rd-party software products available to customers of its Hyperworks product simulation platform. CellMod is a virtual lithium-ion battery that can predict cell and pack behavior, including thermal behavior It accepts inputs including… Read more »
Two solar cars taken out by strong wind gusts in Darwin to Adelaide solar race
Solar Team Twente and Sonnenwagen pull out of Darwin to Adelaide solar car race after strong wind gusts in central Australia cause the two vehicles to crash.
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Tesla Model Y electric SUVs spotted in lead up to early production start in 2020
Sightings of Tesla Model Ys come to light amid reports of production start from early 2020.
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Harley Davidson halts production and delivery of first electric model due to faults
Harley’s first electric bike encounters problems, with deliveries halted while charging faults are investigated
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Jaguar launches its I-PACE as first all-electric Nürburgring eTaxi
Jaguar offers an electric “taxi-ride” around famous circuit in its performance I-Pace EV.
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