Electric vehicles are widely seen as the future. Ford will soon begin delivering its new F-150 Lightning, the electric version of its pickup truck, and other automakers are racing to electrify their most popular models. But many drivers considering switching to electric vehicles cite a similar concern: the hypothetical nightmare of being stuck in the […]
Month: April 2022
Electric cars will lead South Wales marathons and 10k races under new sponsorship deal – Swansea Bay News
Swansea handyman, Ash Heynes has been among the final 7 names who could win SGS Engineering’s 2022 Local Hero Awards. Voting opens today, allowing the public to choose their winner. There is £1,000 up for grabs for the trader who takes the trophy, as well as £250 for four regional runners-up. The ‘local hero’ competition […]
LOOKOUT PM: Electric cars, no masks on the subway and a new behavioral health hotline
Well, my friends, I hope you passed Monday unscathed. Even though we all had to leave our comfortable weekend mode to start a new week, the weather was beautiful and sunny most of the day. More are also on the way, with temperatures expected to top 65 degrees all week. Before we start Monday’s news, […]
Strong competition ahead at Tesla with budget-segment electric cars, Auto News, ET Auto
The rising cost of a few key raw materials and the inflationary impact on production caused Tesla to repeatedly raise the price of its vehicles around the world. New Delhi: In a few years, Tesla will face stiff competition from traditional automakers like Volkswagen, Toyota and Stellantis, which released their ambitious vehicle electrification plans last […]
Instant torque helps electric cars accelerate faster than gas-powered compatriots
An emerging theme with modern electric vehicles is that they are incredibly fast, especially in drag racing, because they use instantaneous torque to achieve rapid acceleration. Often, their gas-powered counterparts feel sluggish by comparison. In fact, several electric cars can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.6 seconds or less, such as the Porsche […]
Local students unite to build electric cars for a major racing event
green|spaces’ annual event, the Green Prix, transforms the UTC sports complex next to Engel Stadium on May 6 and 7 into a fully functioning racecourse. Take a good look – the racing cars and drivers might surprise you! Sponsored by EPB, the event features 35 teams of Hamilton County students, ages 9-18, racing electric vehicles […]
Inexpensive cars likely to enjoy and earn you money
Cult classics, collectibles, performance bargains, and quirky rides all have the potential to be enjoyed in the future. This means you can buy a cheap or affordable car as an investment or buy something that you could potentially drive for a few years and still cash in on. These inexpensive cars will likely appreciate and […]
Volvo’s electric cars boosted by investment in ‘five-minute’ charging battery technology
Volvo Cars has invested in a breakthrough battery technology company that could see its future electric vehicles get a range of nearly 100 miles from a five-minute charge. ‘) } // –> Having been the first major automaker to announce it is ditching internal combustion engine cars as it races towards an all-electric future, its […]
Electric Car Comparison: 2023 Subaru Solterra vs 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 | WJHL
(The Car Connection) — Electric cars are no longer niche vehicles, and the new 2023 Subaru Solterra and 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 show just how much the mainstream has turned to battery-powered crossover SUVs. 2022 electric range test: Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Kia EV6 The duo also represents a trend of automakers teaming up to […]
Avoid the 2022 Kia Rio; These cheap cars are better alternatives
The Kia Rio is generally a good choice for people looking for a reliable and affordable subcompact car. However, there are much better cheap car alternatives in the market that customers might appreciate a lot more. If you avoid the 2022 Kia Rio, you can find a better alternative like the 2022 Hyundai Accent and […]
Why Maruti thinks electric cars in India are hard to sell under ₹10 lakh
Maruti Suzuki will launch the first of its electric vehicles in India by 2025. It aims to be the leader in the electric four-wheeler segment, currently led by Tata Motors. By : HT automatic office | Updated: April 19, 2022, 2:19 PM Maruti thinks electric cars in India are hard to sell under ₹10 lakh. […]
STYLE SET FREE and new concepts and racing cars highlight Hyundai Motor’s next steps in electrification at IAA 2019
OFFENBACH, September 10, 2019 – With the launch of the Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA) 2019, which runs from September 10 to 22, Hyundai Motor is giving an exclusive glimpse into the future of mobility. The brand presents 45, an all-electric concept that envisions its next EV design direction. Hyundai Motorsport is also launching its first […]
California plan aims to triple electric car sales by 2026
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California wants electric vehicle sales to triple over the next four years to 35% of all new car purchases, an ambitious goal set as part of the goal to phase out the sale of gasoline cars by the middle of the next decade. The California Air Resources Board’s proposal would slowly […]
Nissan seeks to create the battery that could change electric cars forever
This article was translated from our Spanish edition using AI technologies. Errors may exist due to this process. We know it: the future of the automotive industry is electric. Automakers are clear about this and are working hard to develop vehicles that help them achieve the goal of reaching carbon neutrality in their products and […]
Electric trucks save 1.5 times more emissions than electric cars
If we have to go through all the trouble of tearing every last ounce of lithium off the planet just to be able to send nine billion ton electric vans down the road on autopilot, they better be good for the environment. All this and more in The morning shift for April 11, 2022. 1st […]
Crypto can now be used to buy luxury cars from this Australian retailer
RJ PierceTech Times April 11, 2022, 02:04 Crypto owners in Australia can now use their assets to buy their dream cars, thanks to a recent major partnership. (Photo: Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)MAASTRICHT, NETHERLANDS – JANUARY 12: A detailed view of the 1967 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500 known as Eleanor from the movie or Hero Car in, […]
Family affair for the Ryan McLeod Racing Cars team at the 6 Hours of Bathurst | western avocado
sport, bathurst-1000-news, If you’re looking for a textbook case of “the family that runs together, stays together” you need look no further than the Ryan McLeod Racing Cars team at the 6 Hours of Bathurst this week-end. Ryan McLeod will run two entries in this Easter event; Rowell Logistics P/L’s No. 3 Ford Mustang Mach […]
Family affair for the Ryan McLeod Racing Cars team at the 6 Hours of Bathurst | western avocado
sports, local sports, If you’re looking for a textbook case of “the family that runs together, stays together” you need look no further than the Ryan McLeod Racing Cars team at the 6 Hours of Bathurst this week-end. Ryan McLeod will run two entries in this Easter event; Rowell Logistics P/L’s No. 3 Ford Mustang […]
Back to the Auburn Speedster
At the start of the 20th century, only a few automakers emerged as automotive pioneers who brought true innovation to the industry. The Auburn Automobile Corporation, a very famous name for luxury rides, was one of them. From 1900 to 1937, this American automaker was known for its beautifully designed and sporty cars. Today, his […]
These cheap cars will impress any real gearhead
Most of us can’t afford a supercar or hypercar, but luckily we have fast cars that can deliver a similar experience and thrill, but on a smaller scale. If a person loves driving a performance car, it’s hard to pass up that feeling. But that’s nothing new, right? Inexpensive sports cars like the MX-5 Miata, […]
10 cheap cars that will impress any gearhead
Most of us can’t afford a supercar or hypercar, but luckily we have fast cars that can deliver a similar experience and thrill, but on a smaller scale. If a person is endowed with the joy of driving a sports car, it’s hard to pass up that feeling. But that’s nothing new, right? Inexpensive sports […]
Peterborough still in the running as a test city for small electric cars
Peterborough is set to become Ontario’s first test city for a new type of mini electric car. The single-seater car is developed by Magna founder Frank Stronach; in June Stronach came to Peterborough with prototypes and said he wanted his proving ground to be here. On Friday, Peterborough-Kawartha MPP Dave Smith met with city officials […]
Best Cheap Cars in GTA Online
Need the best cheap cars in Grand Theft Auto Online? If you’re a new or returning player new to the next-gen console version of GTA Online, you’re probably looking for some affordable wheels to help you navigate the online sandbox. There are a plethora of options after all these years, with dozens of extremely expensive […]
Best Electric Cars in South Africa — With Prices
Electric vehicles (EVs) are known to provide excellent acceleration performance, and South Africans have several high-performance EVs to choose from. South Africa’s most impressive high-performance electric vehicle is the Porsche Taycan Turbo S, with a 0-60 mph time of 2.8 seconds. Its electric motors produce 560 kW of power and 1,050 Nm of torque, and […]
Are electric cars the future? Don’t cancel internal combustion power just yet as Porsche picks up the eFuel pace – Car News
Porsche is investing nearly A$100 million in the development of an environmentally friendly synthetic fuel, with the potential to keep new and existing internal combustion vehicles running indefinitely. Acquiring a long-term stake (12.5%) in eFuel specialist HIF Global, Porsche’s capital injection will help support the construction of a pilot production plant in Punta Arenas, Chile. […]
VW abandons cheap cars
Almost 20 years after Volkswagen introduced the Phaeton to a resounding “huh?” of the buying public, VW is once again doubling down on premium models offering higher profit margins than bargain products. All this and more in The morning shift for April 6, 2022. 1st gear: Must be fun being an Audi executive right now […]
GM and Honda want to sell electric cars at low prices
At one point during Tuesday’s conference call, a reporter asked for a definition of the word “affordable.” The question was posed to Ken Morris, executive vice president of electric, autonomous and fuel cell programs at General Motors. (GM) – Get General Motors company reportand Rick Schostek, executive vice president of corporate operations at American Honda […]
Porsche, Lamborghini, Bentley and other luxury cars sleeping with the fish after the sinking
The highly publicized sinking of the cargo ship Felicity Ace last month has received renewed attention following the identification of just under 4,000 vehicles currently residing on the seabed of the Atlantic Ocean. Bound for the United States carrying mainly Volkswagen Group vehicles, including a number of Lamborghini Aventador Ultimae, a fire, the origin of […]
8 cheap cars that will make you look rich, says Ideal Cars
Everyone wants a car that looks good and makes them feel successful without breaking the bank. Getting these cars is a real possibility, however, due to depreciation. Vehicles that cost well over $100,000 new are accessible for less money after a short time. With that in mind, Ideal Cars has picked out eight cheap cars […]
These ’70s luxury cars are still ridiculously cheap
The automotive landscape changed dramatically during the 1970s, especially in America, and most automakers not only downsized, but also changed their philosophy and approach to building luxury models. Following the oil crisis and emission control regulations that hit the automotive industry, car manufacturers decided to offer more comfort instead of power and performance. Most of […]
Aussie Racing Cars will join ASBK Fray at Wakefield Park
2022 ASBK Third Round – Wakefield Park The Australian Mid-Bike Motorcycle Insurance Superbike Championship Presented by Motul (ASBK) has announced that the Super Series Battery World Aussie Racing Cars will join the ASBK Championship at Wakefield Park as part of Round 3 on the weekend of April 24. . The ever-popular Aussie Racing Cars series […]
Hydrogen Fuel Cell vs Battery Electric Cars: Pros, Cons and Future Potential Explained
In the race to phase out fossil-fuel cars, automakers and governments are constantly evaluating alternative energy sources. Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) – or EVs that have no power source other than a battery – are the cars of the future. But hydrogen fuel cells offer an equally environmentally friendly solution without any harmful emissions. In […]
Tata Motors will showcase new electric car SUVs – Everything you need to know
New Delhi: Tata Motors wants to increase its lead in the EV space and after the success of the Nexon EV, it is now readying its next wave of new electric cars. The automaker has promised 10 electric vehicles in the next 5 years, including cars based on a new electric vehicle platform as well […]
Top 20 electric cars in the world — February 2022
Global plug-in vehicle registrations increased by 99% in February 2022 compared to February 2021. There were 541,000 registrations, representing 9.3% (6.4% BEV share) of the overall automotive market . That’s nearly double plug-in vehicle sales from a year ago, meaning the global auto market is already entering the Electrical disturbance zone. Add in the 587,000 […]
What were the first electric cars? History and evolution
When you hear the phrase “first electric cars,” you might think of the Tesla Roadster or the Nissan Leaf. But the first electric cars in the United States were built before 1900, survived for another three decades, and then ceased production in the 1920s. For electric vehicles to succeed today, it’s important to ask why […]