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Over the next decade, automakers and electric vehicle (“EV”) startups alike will unveil dozens of new electric vehicle models. As the government looks toward achieving a carbon-neutral future, EVs have emerged as one of the best ways to reduce fossil fuel use and cut down greenhouse gas emissions. Companies in the automotive sector have already … Continue reading “Fisker Inc. (NYSE: FSR) Unveils First Fully Electric SUV”

Toyota and its management have been staunchly opposed to electric vehicles for nearly two decades, until recently when the company has been signaling that it is getting serious about electric vehicles. Early this month, Toyota presented a vintage concept vehicle that runs entirely on batteries as well as a new hybrid model at the Tokyo … Continue reading “How Toyota Fell Behind in Tapping EV Revolution”

Vintage trucks and cars’ conversion to electric vehicles is possible these days, thanks to Kevin Erickson and a small, rapidly growing network of engineers, tinkerers and businesspeople throughout the nation. Even though the converted cars face ridicule from some who claim they resemble some golf-pusher kind of vehicles, fully electric converters are turning into a … Continue reading “Muscle Car Conversion to EVs Emerges as Growing Trend”

When electric cars were introduced, the rich couldn’t wait any longer to drive the new cars, without even considering potential drawbacks. This attitude made it simple for the vehicles to penetrate the market in western Europe. However, manufacturers in Europe need to resolve the issues concerning price and driving distance in order to preserve this … Continue reading “European Manufacturers Could Soon Suffer for Neglecting Lower-Priced EVs”

Almost 20 years ago, Tesla proved that electric vehicles could be manufactured for the mass market, and the company has enjoyed the benefits that come with being the first in an industry. Fast forward to today, the United States alone has recorded more than 400 companies looking to make and sell electric vehicles, and the … Continue reading “Italian Electric Vehicle Startup Looks to Upstage Rivals by Leveraging Superior Design”

The race for who dominates the electric vehicle industry has barely started as engineers at different EV manufacturing facilities battle to boost EV range as well as the speed at which the batteries can be charged, among other issues of electric vehicles. However, the front trunk or “frunk,” is proving to be a divisive factor, … Continue reading “The “Frunk” Proves Divisive in Nascent EV Industry”

Electric vehicles are still a relative novelty, and many potential buyers of these vehicles worry about how they can get the longest life possible from these vehicles. Given the high price of EVs, who wouldn’t want to squeeze the most benefit from such a possession? We discuss some recommendations that can help you prolong the … Continue reading “How to Prolong the Service Life of Your Electric Vehicle”

Like most developed countries, the United States is looking to phase out traditional internal combustion (ICE) cars in favor of battery-powered electric cars. Electric vehicles are poised to play a major role in the switch to clean energy, with automakers and governments around the world pledging to invest billions of dollars in electrification over the … Continue reading “More Federal Money Directed to States to Boost EV Charging Networks”

Electric vehicle batteries have been subject to constant research and improvements over the past couple of years to improve their energy density and safety. Although high-end electric vehicles can have up to 400 miles in range on a single charge, the average EV doesn’t have enough range to alleviate range anxiety. And given that America’s … Continue reading “Solid State Batteries May Not Hit Market in Time to Boost EV Uptake”