Electric vehicles have a bit of a problem as they reach the ends of their lives—just what to do with the leftover battery. Although the battery may have reduced power storage to when it is new, it still can hold a significant amount of energy, and could potentially be harmful if simply allowed to rot….
Every time it seems as if the electric vehicle, or EV, is gaining ground with American consumers, there are always the loud voices clamoring about the lack of charging stations between larger metropolitan areas. Nissan is working with the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO), The State of California Governor’s Office of Business…
GM Fuel Cell Car One green driving detail that has fallen somewhat into the background as the hype train chugs its wailing way into Chevy Bolt Station is that General Motors is not just working on battery electric vehicles—for some time now, it has been developing hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles, most recently in partnership with Honda…
GM is transferring 3,000 engineers to its Technical Center in Warren, Michigan Hoping to expedite its work on electric vehicles, General Motors is transferring around 3,000 engineers to the GM Technical Center in Warren, Michigan. The engineers are moving over from GM’s Global Propulsion Systems facility in Pontiac, about 20 miles away. GM says the…
Ford Smart Mobility and Zotye last month signed a memorandum of understanding that establishes a new 50:50 joint venture focused on all-electric vehicle manufacturing for ride-hailing purposes. The EVs will be built under a new brand and will emphasize style and affordability. The new JV will be headquartered in Zhejiang province, where it will focus…
Six months removed from the announcement of a Memorandum of Understanding, Mahindra Group and Ford Motor Company on Thursday announced that they will be co-developing new SUVs and a small electric vehicle as part of five new non-binding MoUs. “Ford is committed to offering the best vehicles, technologies, and services that fit the lifestyles and…
Photo: ©General Motors Part of the appeal of electric vehicles is the fact that stop-and-go traffic actually “refuels” the car due to a nifty thing known as regenerative braking. This works by, rather than pressing pads to metal rotors and letting friction slow the car’s wheels, allowing the wheels to push back on the drive…
A camouflaged Chevy Bolt EV undergoes testing at GM’s proving grounds in Milford, Michigan In its bid to become the first mainstream brand to put a long-range electric vehicle on the market, General Motors has fast-tracked the development of the upcoming Chevy Bolt EV. (The automaker would also probably like to beat a certain non-mainstream…
It’s no secret that BMW is committed to preserving the environment. Its i Series makes driving an electric vehicle fun and more acceptable to the masses. One of the automaker’s latest projects to bring more charging stations to America’s east and west coasts is earning it some serious recognition from the United Nations. Drive All…
A while back, I noted that, although everybody in the automotive industry agrees that we need more electric vehicle chargers, nobody seems to want to step up to pay for them for everyone else to use. Careful Going: Make sure you follow these winter-weather driving tips General Motors, in particular, despite creating one of the…
While some electric vehicle (EV) incentives involve state or federal rebates, others are a bit more unique. Take Austria’s latest EV incentive, for instance. The Austrian government will now reward EV owners with a special incentive. Owners of electric models will be able to travel 20 mph faster than conventional fuel-powered models. EV owners can…
The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV took on the Asia Cross Country Rally, showing off its durability When you hear the phrase “plug-in hybrid electric vehicle,” it’s likely you don’t automatically think, “I should go off-roading in that!” That is, unless you’re Mitsubishi. The Japanese carmaker is testing its plug-in hybrid electric technology in a very conventional…
A car-sharing service, a joint venture of the City of Yokohama and Nissan Motor Co., features the Nissan New Mobility Concept car, a super-compact electric vehicle. Photo: Nissan “Choimobi Yokohama,” a round-trip car-sharing service, made possible by the Nissan Motor Corporation and the City of Yokohama, makes traveling around Yokohama easier and much more adorable….
Photo: FreeStocks Remember earlier this week when we announced Uber drivers in London would have to use all electric vehicles by 2019? Plot twist. As of Sept. 30, Uber will lose its license to operate in London. The ride-sharing service’s current license expires at the end of this month, and Transport for London rejected the company’s request for…
When considering an approach that an automotive brand might take to hype up its all-new electric vehicle, one could reasonably conceive of a bunch of different approaches. In the case of the Opel Ampera-e, you could start with the impressively long electric range or surprisingly affordable starting cost, for example. Those are qualities that would presumably…
2018 Kia Plug-in Hybrid Kia’s hybrid and electric vehicles are a significant reason why the automaker was able to achieve its best-ever sales performance in Europe in 2018. With a total of 385,818 units sold as of the end of September, Kia Motors Europe has posted a 5.7 percent increase for its third-quarter sales in…
Toyota is doubling down on internal combustion, declaring its intent to remain a key player in engine production well into the future.
Ford CEO Jim Farley warns that Chinese EV makers like Xiaomi and Huawei could shut down U.S. car brands if given full market access, calling them a major global threat with advanced tech and scale.
BYD warns that more than 100 carmakers could be driven out of China’s oversaturated EV market due to fierce competition and tightening regulations. With the government cracking down on price wars and unsustainable practices, only a few EV makers are expected to remain viable by 2030.
After seven years of waiting for Tesla’s highly anticipated Roadster 2, Sam Altman has canceled his order and requested a refund. Frustrated by the long delay and lack of progress, he expressed his dissatisfaction publicly, highlighting the ongoing challenges Tesla faces in fulfilling its promises.
China is making waves in the EV industry with a new solid-state battery that promises a range of up to 800 miles on a single charge.
China’s automakers now outproduce foreign partners 2 to 1, after decades of learning through joint ventures—flipping the script and pushing Western brands out of their once-dominant market.
A Tesla Model 3 driver recharged 8% of their battery during a long downhill drive using regenerative braking, showcasing a simple, efficient method to recover energy without stopping to plug in.
Diesel is making a quiet comeback as EV sales slow. Automakers are reintroducing diesel models, shifting strategies to meet consumer demand despite long-term plans for electrification.
Ford halts F-150 Lightning production indefinitely, shifting focus to more profitable gas and hybrid trucks amid supply chain issues and changing strategic priorities.
A wave of canceled DOE battery grants jolts U.S. EV plans, drawing fire from lawmakers and fueling concerns over China’s growing lead in clean energy tech.
Omoda & Jaecoo, brands of Chery Group, unveiled a gasoline engine with 48% thermal efficiency—one of the highest ever for a production-ready internal combustion engine—at the 2025 User Summit.
Tariffs, rising costs, and global tensions are squeezing U.S. automakers as Ford, GM, and Tesla head into Q3 earnings, testing the industry’s resilience and drawing sharp investor attention.
Korea University scientists develop a lithium-metal EV battery with a silver-ion coating that stays 96% efficient after 1,300 cycles, solving dendrite issues and boosting battery safety and lifespan.
Chery, one of China’s largest car manufacturers, has introduced a solid-state battery capable of delivering an estimated range of 800 miles per charge.
The average price of a new car in the U.S. hit $50,080 in September, marking a historic high as rising production costs and fewer affordable models reshape the auto market and strain buyer budgets.
Tesla’s new Model 3 and Y Standard versions aimed to deliver affordable EVs, but feature cuts and modest price drops have left fans disappointed and raised questions about the brand’s direction.
Tesla’s new Model 3 Standard just dropped with a sleeker design, longer range, and a surprising price shift that could shake up the EV market.
Tesla faces legal action in California over mishandled insurance claims, risking millions in fines and the loss of its ability to provide insurance, adding to the company’s growing legal troubles.
Chevrolet revives the Bolt as the most affordable EV in the U.S., with sub-$30K pricing, faster charging, a new LFP battery, and a modest power boost for everyday electric driving.
Tesla’s new Model 3 and Model Y Standards, priced lower but with stripped-down features, raise questions about the company’s shift from affordable cars to autonomous tech.
Tesla has unveiled a more affordable version of its flagship vehicles, the Model Y and Model 3, with starting prices of $39,990 and $36,990, respectively.
Toyota is aiming to revolutionize the automotive industry once again with the introduction of a new four-cylinder engine that promises 400 horsepower while minimizing its carbon footprint.
Toyota has raised a red flag over the growing confusion in the hybrid vehicle market, claiming that many cars sold as hybrids don’t actually meet the standard of true hybrids.
Several Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra owners in the US are reporting repeated breakdowns due to premature failures of their 12-volt batteries.
BYD Atto 3 earns improved Euro NCAP safety rating after critical software update fixes flawed driver assistance system in earlier European models.
A cargo ship carrying nearly 4,000 luxury cars, including Lamborghinis and Porsches, sank off Portugal in 2022—now unreachable on the ocean floor.
Final 2011 Tesla Roadster resurfaces with $1.5M price tag—an untouched icon of early EV performance and the last of its kind built in the US.
A 2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range, originally purchased for $54,190, has recently been sold at auction for just $24,888, highlighting a staggering drop in value after nearly 48,500 miles of use.
Costco offers exclusive rebates on GMC EVs, including the Sierra and Hummer models, for members through January 2026, with savings up to $1,250.
Tesla’s board of directors is backing a compensation package that could grant Elon Musk up to $1 trillion—if he meets aggressive growth targets over the next decade. The plan ties Musk’s reward to Tesla’s market value increasing from $1 trillion to $8.5 trillion, according to a recent SEC filing.
A car enthusiast believed he had landed the deal of a lifetime when he bought a used Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ for just $34,000—a fraction of its original six-figure price tag. But the reality of owning the luxury electric sedan quickly turned sour, as a cascade of mechanical and software issues began to surface.
A U.S. driver returned his leased Mercedes-Benz with 81,000 miles on the odometer—45,000 miles over his contract limit. The result: a hefty $11,250 mileage penalty, plus additional charges for worn tires and minor damage.
Xiaomi’s CEO Lei Jun has confirmed the company purchased and completely disassembled three Tesla Model Y vehicles earlier this year to study them in detail. The move was part of the development strategy behind Xiaomi’s upcoming YU7 electric SUV, which Lei says was designed to match — or even surpass — the Model Y in key areas.
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