Search Results for: electric vehicle

After two years of operation in a real-world environment, the Chevrolet EN-V 2.0 vehicle sharing pilot program launched by General Motors China and Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) has recently come to its conclusion. The fleet of 16 EN-V 2.0 electric concept vehicles together accumulated nearly 90,000 kilometers of shared journeys at SJTU’s Minhang campus…

Chevrolet Volt charging Photo: The News Wheel Petrol-powered cars require a trip to the gas station to refuel, and that costs money to fill your vehicle’s gas tank. But if you drive a plug-in electric vehicle, you don’t need to pump it with gasoline; all you need is a compatible socket and plug. Does it…

Electric vehicles have an interesting quirk in their history. When cars were first beginning to gain in popularity, EVs were a tough competitor due to their association with women. The Great-Grandfather of the Prius Photo: Lars-Göran Lindgren Sweden They were first invented in the early 1830s, and by the turn of the century, it was…

We’ve looked at the origins of vehicle nameplates in the past (did you know a lot of cars are named after animals?), and our research has shown us that there are quite a few vehicles on the market named after cities throughout the world. On a Budget: DIY car hacks that will save you some…

It might not have a name yet, but it certainly looks good Photo: Cadillac To say that the auto industry has been pursuing an electric future is an understatement of epic proportions. It seems that news regarding new electric vehicles comes almost every day, with companies announcing and unveiling new innovations in the field. The…

Photo: pxfuel via DCMA It’s a well-known fact that California is quite possibly the most progressive state in America when it comes to environmental issues and emissions standards. That reputation is about to be indelibly etched into the public consciousness — and the automotive industry — as California Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed an executive…

One of the most persistent and annoying arguments pushed in online comments sections against electric vehicles is that, although an electric vehicle may not put out emissions from its own tailpipe, it is consuming power from the electrical grid, and therefore puts out more emissions than a typical gas car since the power is generated…

Photo: byronv2 California is unquestionably the electric-car center of the entire United States—due to its aggressive and powerful California Air Resources Board, which was established to clean up the horrifically polluted air of the nation’s most populous state, as well as strong executive support, California has pursued a policy of strong electric vehicle advocacy, including…

Photo: Chevrolet Chevrolet is committed to creating a variety of electric vehicles in its lineup. In fact, the brand has the tagline, “Electrifying Chevrolet, one vehicle at a time” on its website. The all-electric Silverado made its official debut in January. Not long after that, Chevy announced that it would soon create an Equinox EV….

Nissan LEAF named Best Roomy Electric by Good Housekeeping in the November issue Did you folks know that Good Housekeeping hands out awards for cars? Yep. They do. One of this year’s recipients: the 2015 Nissan LEAF SL, which Good Housekeeping named the best “Roomy Electric” in their November buyer’s guide, which is on newsstands…

The 2017 Bolt EV Photo: Chevrolet Electric vehicles tend to cost more than their gas-powered counterparts, and this is why it’s often worth buying used if you’re looking to make the switch to EVs. U.S. News & World Report recently created a list of The Best Used Electric Cars to consider, and it included the…

An electric school bus project is currently being tested in California, but it is believed that it could be a billion dollar industry, all while cutting out the harmful fumes of diesel gasoline. It might not be Ms. Frizzle’s magic school bus, but an electric school bus still sounds pretty awesome—for many reasons. As it…

As EV technology advances, states like California are starting to adopt more rigorous plans to ditch diesel Photo: Wikimedia Commons Clean air is a big deal in California. So much so that state officials are discussing a potential statewide prohibition of cars with combustion engine technology. The news comes on the heels of China’s proposed…

VW’s new microbus combines nostalgia and cutting-edge technology Photo: Volkswagen When it comes to iconic vehicles, one of the most recognizable is undoubtedly the Volkswagen microbus. This beloved staple of the VW lineup was first introduced in the mid-1960s and quickly became a much-loved cultural touchstone. It’s been a long time since VW ended production…

If you lack confidence about buying an EV for your next car, the results from a new AAA study should ease your mind Photo: Pixabay According to a new AAA study, most electric vehicle owners claim that switching to an emission-free car was a positive decision. Here’s a brief overview of the study’s findings, in…

The GM facility in Lansing, Michigan Photo: General Motors Cars.com and the American University Kogod School of Business conducted studies to find the most American-made vehicles. Based on these studies, it’s apparent that GM produces the most American-made vehicles of any automaker. Choosing an American Truck: The lineup of Chevy trucks The American-Made Index The…

About a billion vehicles are on roads around the world, and while electric cars are in the minority, their piece of the pie continues to grow. As electric cars gain popularity there will be more of them hooked up to the electric grid to take power and charge, with a bigger drain on the system…

The Chevy Corvette is a quintessentially American car in more ways than one In today’s auto industry, it’s not always easy to identify how “American” a vehicle really is. American cars are sometimes manufactured overseas, while foreign cars are often assembled here in the U.S. Every year since 2013, the Kogod Made in America Index…

Way back in 2010, French firm Venturi (mostly known for its oddball electric cars) and Ohio State University teamed up to create a vehicle that would break the record for fastest land speed for an electric vehicle, which at the time had stood at 245.5 mph. They destroyed the standing record with a speed of 307.7…

The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Photo: Chevrolet Hybrids and electric cars tend to come with higher price tags than their gas-powered counterparts, though they do save you money on gas in the long run. To help you find a more affordable and eco-friendly model, Kelley Blue Book has created a list of the 10 Best…