There’s no denying that Tesla has become one of the most popular automotive brands in the country. Its cars are sleek. The tech is cool. And owning one means that you won’t be stopping to refuel at the pump anytime soon. But as enticing as all of that may be, Tesla does have some issues …
Futuristic movies have given us a glimpse at flying self-driving cars. In recent years, there’s also been lots of interest in actual self-driving cars, albeit not the airborne variety. Though the flying version isn’t here yet, tech brand Apple plans to roll out a self-driving electric car by 2024. And its battery will be “next …
If you’re into cars and have spent any amount of time on social media this past weekend, you’ve likely seen a video of an unusual 3D concept car with an Apple badge upfront. While it is no secret that Apple has been developing its first electric car, this concept certainly isn’t it. In the infamous …
As battery technology becomes increasingly more advanced, electric vehicles are more enticing than ever. Additionally, you’re no longer just stuck with an electric sedan. Now you’ve got electric SUVs and sports cars as well. However, Consumer Reports recently retracted its recommendation of a crop of EVs from big-time manufacturers such as Porsche, Audi, Kia, and …
If you watch the news, chances are you’ve heard at least a few cases of electric cars or hybrid vehicles catching on fire. With many drivers feeling apprehensive about the switch, the potential for a fire, however small it may be, can be enough to send test-drivers running home to their gasoline-powered cars. But is …
If you’re on the hunt for a used car, you might be thinking about buying a used EV instead. But is buying a used EV a good idea?
Malcolm Bricklin is an automotive legend. He has a passion for the automotive industry and has done his fair share to make it exciting, and has also experienced some heartbreaking moments. Mr. Bricklin coordinated Subaru coming to our shores, as well as Yugo. He now has a new automotive desire. An electric one. He sees …
A seismic shift has begun in car sales. The electrification of the automotive industry has started to make a shift in car sales never before seen. In September, battery electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, and hybrids have outsold diesel vehicles in Europe. In fact, one-in-four vehicle sales were either BEVs, PHEVs and HEVs. Diesel …
ElectraMeccanica may not be a name familiar to many. That’s okay. In recent years the company has been putting together the funding and manufacturing relationships it needs to produce electric vehicles. Today, a press release announced that its production versions of its flagship vehicle, the Solo, are now rolling out. What is the Solo The …
Electric cars are getting more and more popular. So much so that the typical electric car terminology like “range,” “charge time,” and even “kilowatt-hour” is getting more ubiquitous as time goes on. However, not many consumers might know what kind of factors play into an electric car’s projected range. There’s a lot more to it …
MG will return to Mexico this month. Its owner, SAIC, is bringing MG back to that country after an absence since 2005. Does this move signal a future return to the United States as well? Will MG return to the United States? Will MG return to the United States? The answer to that question is a speculative …
Electric cars are much more commonplace now — thanks to automakers like Tesla – but it’s been a long road for the burgeoning segment. Cars like the Nissan Leaf and Chevy Volt helped pave the way toward a gas-less future, but one EV that you might not remember is the one that Mitsubishi produced. It …
No matter which way you look at it, it’s hard to compete with Tesla when it comes to building an electric car that can get the best range and performance, but Nissan is set to try it out with the forthcoming Ariya. And while most consumers likely won’t care about the performance aspect of the …
Every year for the last 10 years, there has been a campaign to raise the awareness of the benefits of driving electric. Of course, cars are a big part of the focus, but so are trucks, motorcycles, bicycles, and even scooters. This year’s National Drive Electric Week campaign begins tomorrow, September 24th, and runs through …
Elon Musk has been hyping this announcement via twitter. After the stockholder’s meeting. Elon Musk held the Tesla Battery Day event. During this live streaming event, in fact, Musk announced big plans. The company is set to begin manufacturing new battery technology that he claims will change the future of not only Tesla cars but …
Tomorrow, September 22, 2020, is Tesla’s Annual Meeting of Stockholders. It will stream live on the Tesla website. Immediately following this awaited meeting, the Tesla Battery Day event streams live as well. The stockholders’ meeting will commence at 1:30 PM Pacific Time. The following Battery Day event is getting a lot of hype, but what …
It’s certainly here. The push toward a greater amount of hybrid and electric vehicles is already building. So, what will happen to gas-powered cars, trucks, and SUVs? There’s a chance nothing will happen––at least for a while. “Most American automobiles are powered by internal combustion engines: Gas or diesel goes in, tiny explosions power pistons …
In the last decade, all-electric vehicles have grown tremendously. Tesla’s automotive company is no longer monopolizing the market. But Tesla has been around the longest. The question now is, do they still build the best electric cars you can buy? Well, US News & World Report explored that very question. They came up with a list of the best electric vehicles based on …
I have discussed before that autocycles have had a hard time gaining traction in the United States. Before they can become a huge success, they first have to prove to the consumer that a vehicle with three wheels is okay. Once that is achieved, then autocycles will move from niche markets and into the broader mass …
When it comes to reasonably-affordable EVs, the Tesla Model 3 sets the segment standard. But the competition, such as the Chevy Bolt, Mini Cooper SE, and the Mustang Mach-E crossover, is catching up. And now, the Model 3 has another competitor, courtesy of Volvo’s electric (and former performance) division: the Polestar 2. 2021 Polestar 2: …
Range really isn’t an issue for most electric cars anymore. But as with ICE cars, it’s not necessarily the size of the fuel tank, but how easy it is to get the fuel. With EVs, the problem isn’t battery size, but charging speed and battery longevity. Luckily, there are a few new developments that may …
Battista Pinin Farina was the gentleman responsible for the establishment of the Pininfarina design house in Italy back in 1930. From that design house, generations of iconic cars from Ferrari, Alfa Romeo, and others have gone from conceptual sketches to reality. Now, Pininfarina is not just designing them, but building its own cars. The hypercar below …
The electrification of the automotive industry is happening extremely fast. Some of the credit for that goes to Tesla. The company’s presence jump-started the electric car industry. Consequently, electric battery tech for the average consumer has become a lot more affordable and prevalent. Now, almost every automotive manufacturer is looking at electric options for their lineup, …
Some may not remember this, but Tesla did not always build their own vehicles. Instead, at first, Tesla would buy the Lotus Elise chassis and converted it for electric propulsion. Then, the completed new electric roadster was rebadged as a Tesla. That is how the first Tesla Roadster came into existence. One of those original …
A Reddit user by the name of Balloon Man recently recounted how an internet hiccup caused some trouble for his German father. An order for a single Tesla Model 3 ended up with the father’s order and deposit being multiplied. The original Tesla Model 3 with the Autopilot option was selected. But, when all was …
While the ID Buzz, aka the electric Microbus, isn’t quite production-ready, it may not be the only iconic vehicle Volkswagen’s rebooting into an EV. 2019 saw the release of the final Volkswagen Beetle. Despite its styling and long history, consumer interest lagged, and VW discontinued it. But now, there’s rumors of a new Volkswagen Beetle—an …
Extreme heat and cold temperatures affect electric car battery life and usage. Volkswagen knows this. So, the company has opened the doors to an extensive charging station for electric vehicles at its Arizona proving grounds. The next generation charging facility will be used to evaluate battery charging and electric performance in extreme heat. The new …
There is a growing desire for the electrification of the automotive industry. That move has taken greater intensity since Tesla proved that electric cars can be possible for the masses and not be ugly. But, that interest in electric cars also bleeds through to the supporting industry, such as repair, restoration, and custom shops. They …
In many areas of the country, people have solar power generated electricity for their homes. If those systems produce more electricity than the homes need, that extra generated electricity is sold back to the local electric utility. A new project is aiming to see if the same concept can work for electric cars. A vehicle-to-grid …
Mention the Shelby Cobra of the 1960s to most any car enthusiast, and the air of respect will immediately be given. The round-nosed Shelby Cobra roadster is a V8 muscle car legend right up there with the likes of the 1960s GTO, Mustang, and Camaro. But, many people may not know that the Cobra was …
Getting a good mileage range from an electric car is a concern many potential electric car owners face. There are some cars like Teslas that offer the option for an extended range, but at the end of the day you want to know you’re car is going to take you as far as you need …
Owning an electric vehicle might not be at the forefront of everyone’s minds considering there are still issues when it comes to range anxiety and the inconvenience of charging. However, the electric vehicle segment is currently growing and there are even many on the used market that can be purchased for a low price. But …
Claimed range is crucial for EVs, something that Tesla understands very well. It’s why, although the Porsche Taycan has the performance advantage, Tesla’s cars sell because of efficiency. At least, efficiency on paper. Updated for 2020, the Tesla Model S claims to offer a longer range than ever. But will it back that up with …
Manufacturers are very tight-lipped about trade secrets. Rightly so! They do not want the information to get out in the public that could be used to modify or eliminate different systems in their cars and thereby possibly endanger the occupants. Tesla is no different. But, what if somebody is not only smart enough to hack …
Back on May 24th, we covered how Elon Musk, the head of Tesla, was riding in the electric Tesla Cybertruck with Jay Leno in an episode of Jay Leno’s Garage. They discussed the need to make the Cybertruck smaller to fit in a standard garage. After the show aired, Mr. Musk tweeted that making the …
Tesla has taken a lot of heat for being unconventional. Regardless of what pundits say about the company’s approach to the automotive market, however, no one can argue that the company is a failure. Instead, Tesla has successfully marketed, introduced, produced, and sold new electric models after new electric models. It has also created legions of followers along the way. …
Automotive manufacturers are making headway in providing alternatives to the combustion engine. Although combustion engine vehicles may never go away, electric cars are making more of an impression. Many new cars and trucks are expected in the next few years that will be electric. But, the classic car niche does not want to be left …
Riding along in an electric vehicle and having a fear of running out of charge before reaching a destination is called range anxiety. In the eyes of the country of Germany, that fear has hindered consumers from embracing the transition to electric vehicles. So, Germany has come up with an answer to range anxiety. EV …
Many people have not had the opportunity yet to drive an electric vehicle. But, Tesla has made the price of the Model 3 more within reach to the masses. So, many are considering the new car and are liking the idea of going greener at the same time. If a person is ready to make …
The Geneva Motor Show is a pretty big deal. Is it not uncommon to have major and minor manufacturers alike reveal things to the public at the show. Sometimes that means the introduction of a new design or new technology. The electric Nano Flow Cell Quant is an example of both. The Quant made waves …
Police forces around the world are increasingly looking at becoming greener. But, they also do not want to sacrifice requirements they already have to do so. So, in addition to adding solar panels to their buildings, and improving recycling programs, a lot of the world’s precincts are identifying their choice of squad cars as a possible …
Before any vehicle goes on sale, it has to go through a battery of tests. Obviously, crash tests are a major part, as are emissions and range tests. But for performance enthusiasts, arguably the most important tests are for horsepower and torque. And for an electric Mustang drag racer to make 1400 hp or the …
The future of the electric vehicle is ever-changing, with automakers around the world responding to the need for more efficient and environmentally-friendly vehicles. But EVs are still a question mark in a lot of minds, with many unsure of its capabilities and range. Changes in most recent years, however, have brought the longest-driving EVs we’ve …
As automakers like Audi, Jaguar, and Porsche start to add electric cars to their lineups, some issues still remain. Most are centered around EV batteries, specifically their design and support. Current fast-charging infrastructure remains somewhat spotty, which forces companies to make larger and more expensive battery packs. And incidents like the Porsche Taycan fire aren’t …
The Electra Meccanica Solo is a unique little electric car. The first thing people notice about it is that it only has 3 wheels.
The electric buzz has been sweeping through just about every car manufacturer’s line-up over the past decade and Volkswagen is no exception. With the company’s “dieselgate” issue gaining distance in their rearview mirror, Volkswagen is looking to add four electric vehicles to its model line to clean up their act and sit alongside the current …
Everybody seems to be in agreement that electric cars are the future. But some people still have some unfounded fears about electric cars.
Many potential consumers are curious how far electric cars actually go. So in a real world test, which electric car came out on top?
In contrast to some other celebrity car owners, Fast & Furious star and rapper Ludacris keeps his collection relatively humble. One of his most well-known vehicles is a 1993 Acura Legend that he’s described as a “dream car.” He still dailies it, and it even shows up on an album cover. But that Legend may …
There are no shortage of weird news stories from Florida. Many involve the infamous ‘Florida Man’. Here are a few car inspired stories.
While a new one will set you back thousands of dollars, you still have the option of getting a used electric vehicle at much cheaper prices.
