[ad_1] The grille has been replaced by a “3D display” that both displays the vintage Mercedes logo an, more importantly, displays the car’s status at a glance. The cockpit, meanwhile, sticks to the minimalist look of very early cars through projections that display context-sensitive info like speed and navigation. You could focus your attention on […]
Category: electric vehicle
Watch Tesla’s record-breaking Laguna Seca lap
[ad_1] In 2016, Musk tweeted that Plaid would be reserved for the upcoming Roadster, so it appears that plans have changed. He explained today in another tweet that the triple motor Plaid setup is “about a year away,” with plans to make it available into the Model S, X and Roadster, but not the cheaper/smaller […]
Volkswagen teases the ID.3’s larger EV sibling
[ad_1] In a corner of the Volkswagen booth, a frosted-glass booth begins flashing and lo and behold, there’s the next EV from the German automaker. The license plate signifies it’s the “next ID” which of course means, they’re showing off the ID.4 SUV AKA the ID Crozz that the company has been showing off. Unfortunately, […]
Opel’s Corsa-e is an alternative to VW’s ID.3 EV
[ad_1] Instead of designing an entirely new chassis, Opel adopted its popular supermini model, which the automaker first introduced way back in 1982, to create its first EV. The new car features a 50kWh battery with 100kW output, which translates to about 136 horsepower in traditional gasoline terms. Opel guarantees the battery pack for eight […]
Audi teases the E-Tron Sportback with a short cameo
[ad_1] While the car wasn’t covered in camo, it was showered with an intense light show that made photography tricky. But it’s our best look at the upcoming E-Tron variant that’ll join the rest of the automaker’s electric cars. The E-Tron Sportback is expected to have similar specs as the E-Tron SUV that we drove […]
Mercedes’ Vision EQS is a peek at its EV future
[ad_1] The Vision EQS is the automaker’s peek into the future of its sedans. While it’s unlikely the final EQS will be as striking as the concept vehicle unveiled at the Frankfurt Auto Show, it would be a shame to lose all that styling. The all-wheel-drive EQS has the usual silver and blue design aesthetic […]
Tesla hopes to unveil its electric pickup truck in November
[ad_1] The truck mostly remains a mystery. Tesla has hinted at a “cyberpunk” design (you’re looking at a teaser above) that will purportedly offer the carrying ability of a Ford F-150 and the performance of a base Porsche 911, but not much more than that. The EV maker has strong incentives to show more, at […]
Smart is the first car brand to switch to an all-EV lineup
[ad_1] The cars themselves are still easily recognizable on the outside, although there’s no doubt that they’re designed for electric powerplants with fronts that are designed to cool electric motors. You’ll notice more changes underneath. Neither the Fortwo nor the Forfour is a beast with a 41kW continuous output motor, an 81MPH top speed and […]
Lotus’ EV supercar hints at the automaker’s future
[ad_1] Increasingly it’s become difficult for smaller automakers to go it alone. Enter Geely. The Chinese company’s ownership of Volvo has helped that brand grow sales and deliver an impressive stable of new and updated vehicles. Now it’s infusing Lotus with the cash it needs to do the same thing. “Think about the ambitious business […]
Bosch’s electric stroller tech helps carry your baby uphill
[ad_1] The battery system has its own conveniences. While the nine-mile range won’t allow for the lengthiest walks by itself, Bosch’s design uses 18V replaceable lithium-ion batteries like the ones used in the company’s power tools. You could borrow the battery from your drill in a pinch. A USB port can charge your devices, and […]