[ad_1] For the average person looking to buy an electrified vehicle, Kia and Hyundai have become solid options. The Hyundai Kona EV is an outstanding crossover and the upcoming Kia Soul EV puts a lot of fun and storage space into a small package. But it’s the Kia Niro EV that bests them both. It’s […]
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Tesla’s automatic lane changes pose safety concerns
[ad_1] There were even passes that violated state laws, officials said. It would pass on the right on a two-lane divided highway, or wouldn’t move back to the right-side travel lane after a pass. A Tesla spokesperson stressed that it was the “driver’s responsibility” to maintain control, and that extended to “safely executing lane changes.” […]
Chevy tests a crossover utility version of its Bolt EV
[ad_1] Chevy has talked about producing more electric crossovers besides the Bolt EV, and it now appears much closer to fulfilling that goal. Our sister site Autoblog has obtained photos and video of Chevy testing a more utility-focused crossover, rumored to be named the Bolt EUV, on public streets. It’s heavily disguised, to put it […]
Rivian designed a camp stove add-on for its electric truck
[ad_1] The company told TechCrunch that it’s just a concept at the moment, but it does intend to make the camp stove available after the truck itself comes out in 2020. Based on how the brand presented the stove and its other products, it’s clear that the company is targeting outdoorsy types with money to […]
Citroen’s futuristic autonomous EV concept is designed for long trips
[ad_1] Each design element was purposefully selected, though, so we’d have to take a ride in the 19_19 Concept before we can say whether adding curves to the cabin in order to create more elbow and shoulder room was worth it. Some features, like the roof-mounted LIDAR systems with interior reading lights suspended below, were […]
Mack’s new electric truck hauls trash
[ad_1] The Mack electric garbage truck is powered by four NMC lithium-ion batteries of an unspecified capacity and a pair of 130-kW AC electric motors. The motors provide a peak 496 (and 349 continuous) horsepower. The truck uses a two-speed transmission to send that power to the rear axles. It has regenerative braking, and can […]
VW’s eGon is a driveable, educational EV skeleton
[ad_1] The eGon will make its debut at Hanover’s IdeenExpo, a youth-focused science and tech show, between June 15th and June 23rd. VW is hoping to not only inspire the younger crowd, but to attract potential recruits. It’s not certain if the stripped-down machine will venture elsewhere. However, it wouldn’t be surprising if VW and […]
Tesla warns employees against leaking info
[ad_1] The EV maker pointed to a few examples, such as workers who posted production numbers and even an internal meeting’s phone number on social networks. Corporate missives discouraging leaks aren’t new. Apple in particular is well-known for warning staff of the consequences of leaking. For Tesla, though, there’s a certain sense of urgency to […]
Hyundai’s Ioniq EV gets a bigger battery and more connectivity
[ad_1] Under the WLTP standard, Hyundai’s target range for the EV is 294 kilometers (183 miles). Elektrek suggests the EPA-rated range will be closer to 165 miles on a single charge if the updates apply to the US models — the news emerged via Hyundai’s European wing. Nevertheless, that’s a significant bump from the current […]
Tesla sneaks past Canada EV incentive law with cheap 93-mile-range Model 3
[ad_1] The workaround allows customers to take advantage of the $5,000 EV incentive.The Tesla Model 3 has been too expensive to qualify for the federal EV incentive in Canada due to the restrictions the Canadian government has in place. In order for a consumer to take advantage of the $5,000 rebate up for grabs, a […]