Photo: Volkswagen June 3 was a historic day for Volkswagen at the iconic Nordschleife track of Nürburgring. The fully electric Volkswagen ID. R prototype racecar set a new electric vehicle record, making it the fastest emission-free lap of all time. Educational Savings: Learn more about the Volkswagen College Grad Program The all-electric ID. R was…
Buick’s new tri-shield logo Photo: Buick Buick is moving forward with a major brand makeover that’s centered on a lineup of fully electric vehicles. Have Questions About EVs? Check out this comprehensive guide to electric vehicles It’s not clear yet how many EVs Buick is planning to introduce or how long it will take these…
Photo: Mariordo Latest estimates and predictions from Bloomberg New Energy Finance indicates that more than 50% of new cars will be electric by 2040. This predicted boom in EV’s will most likely be accompanied by a shift in the electricity industry. After all, the same power that enables us to use plug-in gadgets such as computers,…
It’s beauty and it’s grace. It’s the most-Googled vehicle in the United States. In today’s technological age, the most popular way to learn more about a vehicle that you are interested in is to simply look it up using Google. Therefore, Google search results are a rather accurate indicator of which vehicles are generating interest in the industry….
As Quarter 1 2016 drew to a close this year, one thing was certainly clear: this year’s beginning saw way more EV sales (meaning all-electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids, and light-commercial electric vehicles) than last year, with a total of 180,500 being sold across the world, an increase of around 42% over the same period in…
The upcoming electric Silverado will offer Four-Wheel Steer and 24-inch wheels Photo: Chevrolet Chevrolet is slowly starting to fill in details about its upcoming all-electric Silverado pickup truck. The latest tidbit of information: This model will offer a Four-Wheel Steer option for improved maneuverability. Chevrolet’s Flagship Truck: Get the details on the 2021 Silverado 1500…
Photo: Volvo Volvo is launching its first-ever, fully electric car: the XC40 Recharge. Based on its best-selling XC40 compact SUV, the Recharge is the first of an upcoming family of all-electric Volvos and as you might expect, the Swedish automaker is pretty excited about the whole thing. “We have said this several times before: for…
Ever wondered what kind of car you could accurately slap the word “Scoot” onto? This kind: Awwwww That is one of 10 “Nissan New Mobility Concept” vehicles that will be deployed in a San Francisco pilot car-sharing program. The name “Scoot Quad” is due to Nissan’s partnership with Scoot Networks, which already provides rental vehicles…
Europe has been becoming increasingly open to the adoption of electric vehicles, with Germany starting incentive programs and countries like Norway making electric power a very, very attractive option. So, as the market improves, who has been a best-seller? According to the European Alternative Fuels Observatory, that is actually a bit of a trick question…
Whether you’re looking for ways to more effectively conserve the Earth’s resources or you just want to save money on gas, fuel efficiency is one of the most important criteria to consider when purchasing a new car. Keep reading to learn which five Chevy vehicles have the best EPA-estimated gas mileage (or gas mileage equivalent). 2018 Chevy…
Genesis plans to introduce eight EVs and make its lineup all-electric by 2030 Photo: Genesis A new video from Genesis details the brand’s plans to offer a fully zero-emission lineup by 2030 — and to achieve carbon neutrality by 2035. Genesis Plugs In: Learn about the Electrified G80 sedan “Genesis is once again at the…
Maybe it would look something like this Racing enthusiasts who love electric cars are currently pretty limited in their selection. While lovers of roaring engines get a huge selection of racing series in you favorite flavor of car type, if you want to see electric vehicles race, you are largely stuck with Formula E. The…
Photo: Kia Last night, Hollywood gathered to celebrate the best in television at the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards, which was broadcast on CBS and was available for streaming on Paramount+. Host Cedric the Entertainer got the party started with an homage to Biz Markie, complete with rap appearances from LL Cool J, Lil Dicky, and……
MINI Electric Concept 2: Electric Boogaloo It has been nearly a decade since the MINI E concept was first announced. Unfortunately for the all-electric MINI Cooper, BMW’s electric endeavors were redirected to the BMW i Division during that time. Now, MINI is finally receiving its own chance to shine, as the MINI Electric Concept has…
Monti Charoenphong (left) poses with her brand-new Kia EV6 Photo: Kia Since 1993, Kia has been hard at work to produce a value-based automotive lineup that American consumers would enjoy. Over the years, the designs of the vehicles have changed, but one thing has remained: Kia’s commitment to value. As such, the brand recently celebrated…
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