Learning To Drive An Electric Car — BYD Edition
There are many reasons to drive an electric car, but really the best reason is because it is just so much fun!
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Barcelona Is Using Regenerative Braking To Power Subways & EV Chargers
The subway system in Barcelona is using regenerative braking technology to help power its trains, stations, and EV chargers.
Mercedes Tweaks The EQS By Adding A Larger Battery & A Star On The Hood
A refreshed Mercedes EQS sedan will be available later this year with a larger battery & longer range, but no price increase.
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric — The EV For Chevy Bolt Owners Whose Lease Is Up
The 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric is bigger, quieter, and roomier. It might be just the car for those looking to replace their Chevy Bolt.
US Electric Train Maker Sends Hot Pink Diesel-Killing Love Letter To Australia
This new electric train will hit the rails in Australia, complete with a regenerative braking braking system that recharges its own battery on-the-go.
Tesla “Low” Regenerative Braking Coming Back (It Seems)
Regenerative braking is an important feature found in electric vehicles, and Tesla is now looking to make its regen braking more adjustable for its drivers (again). In late 2020, Tesla got rid of the ability to select a “Low” regenerative braking option, but the company is reportedly looking to re-deploy … [continued]
Monster 66-Tonne Electric Truck Unveiled For Trial Run In Norway
A new super-sized electric truck from the company Scania is hitting the road in Norway.
The Electric Truck Of The Future Does Kinetic Energy Storage, Too
The city of Amarillo, Texas, is polishing its green cred with new, mobile kinetic energy storage technology from the firm Ecolution Power Company
Update: Tesla Model 3 v. Nissan LEAF v. Chevy Bolt (We Have a Winner)
In 2018, the Tesla Model 3, Nissan LEAF, and Chevy Bolt were new electric cars with 200-ish miles of range and sub-40K price tags. It was anyone’s guess who would win– but now we know.
Regenerative Braking & Energy Storage Without Batteries? Hobbyists Are Figuring It Out
One of the best thing about electric and hybrid vehicles is that the energy doesn’t get completely wasted when you need to brake. By using an electric motor as a generator, you can slow a vehicle down and put some of that kinetic energy into a battery pack so you … [continued]
