Photo: Pixaline As an automotive journalist, I spend a decent portion of my day reading the news. I like to stay informed about current models, legislation taking effect, and industry trends on the horizon. And if you’ve paid any attention to automotive over the last few years, you probably know that electric vehicles are sparking a lot…
2015 Chevrolet Bolt EV Photo: © General Motors Back in 2012, General Motors head of global product development Mary Barra announced that the company had a very specific goal of getting 500,000 vehicles powered to some degree by electricity (hybrid, plug-in hybrid, of all-electric) on American roadways by 2017. Today, Barra—now the CEO of GM—announced…
Photo: CBS Los Angeles Electric utility companies have been having a bit of a problem recently, and that is that, after decades of climbing demand, the industry wasn’t prepared for the impact of cheap renewable and natural gas production, combining greater efficiency, outsourcing, and on-site power generation have flattened demand. Be Prepared: Get ready for…
Three very happy looking men sitting in one of Thomas Parker’s early electric vehicles Photo: Wikimedia Commons via CC The fact that all-electric vehicles are soon going to be as common as their gas-powered siblings should shock nobody. Most major automakers are restructuring to ramp up EV production, and Volvo is even going so far…
The fall of the dominance of oil in cars may be coming sooner than you think, according to Bloomberg Business. Bloomberg basically reasons that a few things will make electric vehicles more attractive to consumers – electric vehicles need to get larger, faster, and cheaper. Well, EVs are already growing in size, if the Tesla…
The Chinese are getting dibs on the first Buick electric vehicle ever, as the car company has made a splash with its Velite 6 wagon, sporting a fresh design, large trunk, and handy features. Besides its original look on the outside, its cargo space in the back trunk amounts to 16 cubic feet. This number…
Bolt EV Premier Photo: Chevrolet It’s normal to consider winter’s impact on conventional gas-fueled vehicles. You might not have considered its effect on electric vehicles (EVs), however. Here are just a couple ways that chilly weather affects EVs — and some helpful tips for optimizing your vehicle’s range during the winter. How EVs lose in cold…
It seems that California has decided to make it easier for people who would most want to save money on gas to buy plug-in hybrid, electric, and hydrogen-cell cars. Tesla Model S The state has added income-based caps on electric car rebates, removing them entirely for those who make over $250,000 per year (except for…
BMW just achieved its electric vehicle sales goal for the entire year At the beginning of 2017, BMW set out on a mission: to sell more than 100,000 electrified vehicles by the end of the year. Well, 2017 isn’t even over yet, but it would appear that BMW has made good on its promise. Earlier…
Portland, Maine Photo: Matthew Baron While the electric and hybrid vehicle trend has started gradually infiltrating the U.S., Maine residents might soon face a government-imposed pediment to buying a green energy ride of their own. The Maine Department of Transportation (DOT) recently announced a new proposal that would obligate owners of hybrid or fully electric vehicles…
Photo: byronv2 California is having a bit of a problem with its air pollution. Despite probably being the lead state in eco-conscious and especially air-quality-conscious regulations, its population still seems to be responding to improving economic times and low gasoline prices by buying more “light trucks” (meaning trucks, SUVs, and vans) than ever. So, what…
It’s no secret that Nissan has been working hard for electric vehicles. In addition to producing the highly successful Nissan LEAF, Nissan has recently been working feverishly with partner Renault to provide a fleet of electric vehicles for the upcoming UN Climate Change conference in Paris (as well as the charging stations to power it),…
A new year is a great time to consider buying a new vehicle. In light of the popularity of electric vehicles, it’s natural to consider one for your next ride. We’ve gathered a list of advantages and drawbacks to consider as you decide whether or not to buy an EV. Worn Out? Find new tires…
The Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid was discontinued for 2017 after only three years on the market Gas prices remain low in the United States, yet automakers are pouring money into alternative fuel vehicles—partly due to regulations requiring them to improve their lineups’ overall MPG ratings, but also partly to be at the cutting edge. Surprisingly, Subaru…
Plug-in hybrid Jeep Renegade Photo: Jeep With the release of the plug-in hybrid Jeep Renegade and full-electric Fiat 500 on the horizon, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is partnering with Enel and Engie to develop charging stations for these new electric vehicles. Learn More: The new electric Jeep model What the partnership entails In June of 2018,…
Ka’u, Hawaii Photo: Les Williams According to the latest report from Insurify, more than half a million hybrid and electric vehicles sold in 2017. The report also ranked the top 10 states with the highest ownership rates for hybrid and electric vehicles. Hawaii placed second on the list, just below California. As the report articulated,…
Although electric models are leaving dealership lots, they are not being bought With each passing week, more automakers are introducing new electric vehicles to their future lineups. Despite this rapid electric adoption, only about 1% of the global market has gone fully electric. This statistic would suggest that people are not buying new electric vehicles, and this…
The first member of Hyundai’s Ioniq family–the gas-electric hybrid–has just been made available for purchase, and with the other two Ioniq siblings on the way, Hyundai is already looking ahead at the future of its eco-friendly vehicles. The much-anticipated Ioniq all-electric is a monumental step forward for the brand, but critics are already anticipating it…
Electric vehicles have always had one problem in the eyes of drivers—what many news outlets have dubbed “range anxiety.” Many people, when confronted with the somewhat limited range of the current electric vehicle selection (minus the expensive Model S and Model X, as well as upcoming models) become concerned that the car, while driving far…
Image: Loco Steve Quick refresher: OPEC stands for the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries—that is to say, OPEC is a group composed of a bunch of countries that have historically made a ton of money selling oil to make gasoline. So, it is with a veritable block of salt that we take OPEC predicting…
So, anyone who knows my writing (hi, mom!) knows that I just love electric cars – in fact, I even wrote a while back about my first time getting to drive the Chevy Volt, and how it was pretty great. Well, now I have been driving it around some more for a while, and it…
GM recently discontinued the Cadillac CT6 plug-in hybrid Photo: Cadillac Don’t expect any more hybrid vehicles from General Motors. The automaker says it’s done manufacturing cars that run on combined electric and gas power. Instead, it’s going all-in on fully electrified rides. GM has already announced plans to introduce up to 20 electric vehicles around…
General Motors has appointed Pamela Fletcher as its new vice president of Global Electric Vehicle Programs. Fletcher, who most recently was GM’s executive chief engineer for Electrified Vehicles and New Technologies, was integral in the launch of the zero-emissions Chevrolet Bolt and will by key in the automaker’s recently-announced plan to launch 20 new all-electric…
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, as the owners of Jeep, Ram, and Dodge, isn’t really known for its alternative-fuel vehicles. In fact, its only strong foray into fully-electric cars was the Fiat 500e, a teeny tiny car available in the fewest possible numbers in California which FCA boss Sergio Marchionne would actually prefer you not buy. However,…
The efficiency and performance capabilities of the 2019 Chevy Bolt were put to the test this month in the 2019 Electric Vehicle Road Trip. This year’s EVRT kicked off on Jan. 17 in Masdar City in Abu Dhabi and wrapped up Jan. 24 in Dubai. Stops along the way included Sheikh Zayed Abu Dhabi Grand…
From saving money on fuel to lowering driving footprints, electric vehicles offer many benefits. To capitalize on the performance of your EV, you should look to its foundation. The size of your EV’s wheels can impact its efficiency, handling, and battery range. Improved EV Power: Check out the redesigned Nissan LEAF EV tires bear a…
Photo: General Motors General Motors is set to debut 30 electric vehicles before the end of 2025. To make it easier for you to charge these EVs at home and in public, GM is now launching Ultium Charge 360, which integrates GM mobile apps, charging networks, and more products and services. The Best Tech in…
Image courtesy of Bonhams Ebeltoft, Denmark was the host of the recent Fredericksen auction. Among the other items was one particularly rare item: a 1905 Woods Queen Victoria Brougham electric car, the only one known to survive in the world. At the turn of the 20th century, gasoline technology was not terribly well-developed. It was slow, smelled…
Photo: Toyota Toyota has announced it will provide a full lineup of electrified vehicles for the upcoming 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Tokyo, including “unique versions of certain vehicles as well as vehicles developed specifically to support” the games. Toyota’s goal, along with that of the Tokyo Organizing Committee, is to achieve the lowest…
Cadillac’s future is looking quite “shocking” A few months ago, The News Wheel reported that Buick would likely lead the charge toward GM’s electric future, receiving many of the 20 all-electric vehicles GM plans to release by 2023. Recent comments made during the North American International Auto Show now indicate anther of GM’s brands might receive…
Ford announced this week that it intends to more than double the amount it originally intended to invest in vehicle electrification, which will result in 16 fully-electric vehicles being launched by 2022—the first of which is expected to arrive by 2020. “We’re all in, and the only question is will the customers be there with…
If you know much about how electric cars, you know that, no matter who makes the EV, it will go on sale first in California (or possibly almost exclusively, in some cases). So what is it about the Golden State that has automakers pumping in electric cars? Well, first there are tons of people—with over…
Ever since the RX-8 ended production back in 2012, Mazda has promised that it was still working on the rotary engine, and would try to one day return it to the roads. Oddly, though, it seems that that return (or at least part of it) will come with the rotary inside of a Toyota self-driving…
Volvo is taking major steps towards a greener, cleaner roadway. Volvo Cars has announced that by 2019, all of the company’s vehicles will be released with electric motors. The goal is to completely replace the production of cars with internal combustion engines (ICE) with electric motors for a more efficient, environmentally-friendly way of driving. The…
2016 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the heart of America (Dayton, Ohio) and our goal is to deliver an entertaining and informative perspective on what’s trending in the automotive world. See more articles from…
The main problem with electric vehicles today is so-called “range anxiety.” Most electric vehicles have a very limited range when compared to gas-powered counterparts, with most EVs only managing less than 100 miles before running out of juice. Then the car needs to be recharged at an outlet, which can take up to eight hours,…
A newcomer to the Hyundai lineup, the Ioniq is a monumental step forward for the brand. Aimed at environmentally-conscious drivers, Hyundai’s Ioniq is actually a groundbreaking trio of vehicles–Hybrid, Electric, or Plug-in versions–all available based on the same model. The all-electric version of the Ioniq forgoes gasoline and uses a battery-powered electric engine for a…
The i-MiEV could inevitably be replaced by the result of a collaboration between Mitsubishi and Nissan According to Nikkei Asian Review, Mitsubishi and Nissan are joining forces to create an electric minicar that will be available by the conclusion of the 2016 fiscal year at a cost of no more than $15,000. This partnership joins…
Where can you live that loves electric vehicles? Well, according to researchers at the Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs, the answer to that question is Portland, at least according to a study titled “Plug-in electric vehicle readiness: Rating cities in the United States,” where researchers looked at 36 cities, including 25 of…
Among concerns that have come up as a result of Volkswagen’s emissions-test-cheating software—what will happen to VW? Will there be charges? What will happen with the cars already sold?—one additional concern is starting to sweep through other auto makers: What does this mean for us? Well, if you ask Tesla CEO Elon Musk, it means…
General Motors is continuing to establish itself in the ever-growing Chinese market through its joint ventures in the country. And just today, SAIC-GM-Wuling officially launched the Baojun E100, the brand’s first fully-electric vehicle. The quirky little car is available in two variants and can be had for as low as RMB 35,800, after national and…
Hitachi Automotive Systems and Honda Motor Company today announced the February 3rd signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (“MoU”) to establish a joint venture company for the development, manufacture and sales of motors for electric vehicles. The two companies now will now enter the stage of formal discussions as they work to establish the new…
2015 Chevrolet Bolt EV Concept all electric vehicle – Exterior charge port The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We’re located in the heart of America (Dayton, Ohio) and our goal is to deliver an entertaining and informative perspective on what’s trending in…
Photo: Audi For the first time ever, electric vehicles have outsold their fossil fuel-burning counterparts in Norway. In March, 58.4 percent of new cars sold in the country were electrified. However, when you average it out for 2019, the figure becomes 48.4 percent. Experts predict that the number will hover around 50 percent for the…
Photo: Chrysler The award-winning, innovative, and industry standard-setting Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid has earned yet another accolade. This time, the nod comes from the experts at Autotrader, who named the family-friendly and well-equipped minivan to its list of the 12 Best Electric Vehicles. The Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is the first and only electrified minivan to secure…
For the past couple years, sales of electric vehicles have been skyrocketing, and–based on the concept models being revealed by automakers at major auto expos–that trend will only continue in the next decade. If you’re one of the many customers in the market for a new car who is considering investing in an electric car,…
Hyundai is still struggling to maintain steady growth with yet another overall decline in sales for April 2018. Down 11% compared to April of last year, Hyundai sold a total of 56,063 units last month, including Genesis-branded vehicles. Its saving grace lies in its SUV lineup, which set a record high last month, selling 25,618 units. “Even…
Pictured is the interior of the 2017 Nissan Leaf. The Nissan Leaf is America’s best-selling electric vehicle A new video released by Nissan is showing the world that electric vehicles (EVs) are more than just cars; they are lifelines in an emergency. When disaster strikes, people become stranded without essential services. And, although electricity is…
2017 Chevy Bolt Photo: © General Motors It seems that 2018 is the year for states to decide to get serious about getting on the electric vehicle bandwagon, after all. California is mulling over a highly ambitious plan from its governor, Georgia is considering bringing back its electric car tax credit incentive (albeit in a…
According to a report from the Associated Press, General Motors China President Matt Tsien told attendees at a news conference during the Shanghai Auto Show that the company will begin production on a pure-electric model in China “within two years.” “In the next several years, out to 2020, we expect to launch at least 10…
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