Electric Car Market Grows to 29% in Europe as EV Sales Explode!
Open the gates! 29% plugin electric vehicle share in Europe!
Open the gates! 29% plugin electric vehicle share in Europe!
The Northern Territory of Australia has long been associated with the biennial World Solar Car Challenge. Solar cars are lightweight EVs powered solely by solar power. They do not access the grid during the challenge. “The World Solar Car Challenge traverses Australia from Darwin to Adelaide and attracts global expertise … [continued]
NREL researchers create plant-derived epoxy that enables recyclable carbon fiber. Ten times stronger than steel, nearly half the weight of aluminum, far stiffer than fiberglass — carbon fiber carries a package of advantages, making it a preferred material for use in luxury sedans and Formula One racecars alike. But it … [continued]
Earlier this month, more Tesla trademarks were filed. The quite broad range of items included microphones, headphones, earphones, digital audio players, sound transmitting apparatus, audio speakers, subwoofers, earpads for headphones, audio interfaces, audio equalizer apparatus, horns for loudspeakers, and megaphones. Such audio devices appeal to the senses while also reinforcing … [continued]
After word that a $25,000 basic Tesla has been put on the back burner in favor of other products, I saw a lot of complaining. For many people, a car priced around $25,000 is important. Whether it’s lower or fixed incomes, a desire to be frugal, or just that people … [continued]
In a new demo video on YouTube, Tesla shared how its High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filter is keeping the cabin air of its vehicles clean. Tesla added that its HEPA filter is inspired by air filtration systems used in hospitals, clean rooms, and the aerospace industry and that it removes … [continued]
Tesla will support Full Self Driving licensing by other manufacturers, Elon Musk said on Twitter. This is something that I suspected would happen once FSD is fully solved and Tesla has reached either Level 4 or Level 5 autonomy. It actually makes sense from a financial standpoint for Tesla to … [continued]
AccuWeather has shared the story of how the “hottest school bus on the market” is doing in America’s coldest state, addressing the topic of batteries and cold weather. The article noted that Tok Transportation, which operates buses for the Alaska Gateway School District, is testing the limits of the tech. … [continued]
Advanced air mobility, vertical takeoff and landing vehicles, like the one pictured, may be the next frontier in urban transportation. Mobility-as-a-service has revolutionized transportation in cities across the country, allowing travelers to connect with services such as shared vehicles, bicycles, and scooters to move within urban areas. The next frontier … [continued]
When considering buying an EV, consumers rightfully think about destination charging — meaning where and how to charge the car while traveling. However, a consideration often overlooked and misunderstood is how the car will be charged at home. All mass-produced electric vehicles today include a 110-volt-compatible (Level 1) charging unit … [continued]