by Electrek | Mar 28, 2020 | Automotive Technology
With a rise in the number of electric dirt bikes available today and even more on the way, it is becoming more interesting than ever to pit them against gas dirt bikes. A Slovenian YouTuber recently did just that, comparing an electric dirt bike versus a 2-stroke and...
by Electrek | Mar 28, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Unplugged Performance took delivery of an early Tesla Model Y and they quickly installed their popular lowering spring… and it looks stunning. more… The post Tesla Model Y: stunning lowered electric SUV by Unplugged Performance appeared first on Electrek. View Entire...
by engineering | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Engineers at MIT are working to help solve the anticipated shortage of ventilators during the COVID-19 epidemic. A team of engineers, medical professionals and logistics specialists are trying to answer one question: if “almost every bed” in a hospital is equipped...
by Electrek | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
President Donald Trump on Friday afternoon said he signed a presidential memorandum directing the government to use “any and all authority available under the Defense Production Act” to require General Motors to make ventilators for hospitals to help patients with...
by Electrek | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
The season finale of the 2019-2020 all-electric Formula E Championship is scheduled to take place at a unique indoor/outdoor 2.4-kilometer circuit in London. But with several of this year’s venues postponed for at least two months — and the future of others uncertain...
by Inside EVs | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
The increase could be as much as 8 percent. View Entire Article on InsideEVS.com
by Electrek | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
This week on the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy, including Tesla’s possible smart home HVAC system, Model Y’s best engineering, Tesla Semi coming back from winter testing, and more....
by Inside EVs | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
But the maximum power is available just up to around 30% state-of-charge (SOC) and then fades slowly to about 25 kW at 80% SOC. View Entire Article on InsideEVS.com
by Inside EVs | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
We get an interesting perspective from this tech-focused reviewer. View Entire Article on InsideEVS.com
by Inside EVs | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Unfortunately, it was just a matter of time before it happened. View Entire Article on InsideEVS.com
by Inside EVs | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
So many industries are interested in supporting this electrifying sport. View Entire Article on InsideEVS.com
by Electrek | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Electric vehicles were on a roll in Europe through February, before the coronavirus reached higher impacts on sales and production. JATO Dynamics, an auto market firm, reported this week that BEVs were up 92% to 38,700 units year-on-year, and plug-in hybrids were up...
by Electrek | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Another leak shows that Tesla is working on an air suspension for Model 3 and Model Y air despite Elon Musk denying that the vehicles will get the feature. more… The post Tesla leak hints at Model 3/Y air suspension even though Elon says ‘no’ appeared first on...
by Electrek | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Home Depot offers the Karcher K2 CCK 1600PSI 1.25GPM Electric Pressure Washer for $98 shipped. As a comparison, it typically goes for around $120 at retailers like Amazon, which is down from the original $150 price tag. Notable features here include up to 1600PSI and...
by Inside EVs | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
It can be a really good decision, depending on what you want to get out of your project. View Entire Article on InsideEVS.com
by Electrek | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Rumors continue to swirl about Volkswagen facing major software problems with its ID.3 electric car. Germany’s Süddeutsche Zeitung newspaper yesterday cited internal sources declaring the situation as an “absolute disaster.” But Volkswagen tells us that the launch...
by Green Car Reports | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Pickups haven’t become more fuel-efficient at the rate of other vehicles. Storing electric vehicles requires being thoughtful about the battery. And the 3-Series plug-in hybrid is back. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. BMW’s has rolled out a new plug-in...
by Electrek | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB): A wind and solar chairman responds to Trump’s assertion that the Green New Deal is “ridiculous.” EPA suspends environmental law enforcement, citing coronavirus. A judge orders a full environmental review of the Dakota...
by Electrek | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Tesla Gigafactory Shanghai is reportedly making 3,000 electric cars per week amid Tesla having to shut down its other factories. more… The post Tesla Gigafactory Shanghai makes 3,000 cars per week amid other factory shutdowns appeared first on Electrek. View Entire...
by Green Car Reports | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Many EV commuters are suddenly affected by orders to stay at home and, if possible, to work from home. With the electric car parked for extended times, what’s the best strategy for not damaging the battery? The general advice hasn’t changed much over the...
by Inside EVs | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
The Renault ZOE is a great small car and with 22 kW three-phase charging at home, it has an edge over new Teslas. View Entire Article on InsideEVS.com
by Inside EVs | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Besides all-electric models, the first series-produced hydrogen fuel cell trucks are coming by the late 2020s. View Entire Article on InsideEVS.com
by Inside EVs | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
We take it to our InsideEVs track to test out dyno mode and off-road assist too. View Entire Article on InsideEVS.com
by Electrek | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a suspension of the enforcement of environmental rules on Thursday, saying it “will generally not seek stipulated or other penalties for noncompliance with such obligations” during the coronavirus outbreak. more… The...
by Green Car Reports | Mar 27, 2020 | Automotive Technology
Nearly all vehicle types now achieve more than double the gas mileage that they achieved in 1975, when the EPA started compiling trends for vehicle emissions and fuel economy. All except pickups, that is. While the U.S. fleet of new vehicles has been becoming more...
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