electric automobiles (281 articles)
electric automobiles use electrical energy stored in rechargeable batteries or another energy storage device. electric motors give electric cars instant torque, creating strong and smooth acceleration.
aston martin electrifies classic cars with reversible EV concept
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with the aston martin reversible EV concept, vintage vehicles can be retrofitted and converted for zero emissions.
with the aston martin reversible EV concept, vintage vehicles can be retrofitted and converted for zero emissions.
audi's 'all-electric and self-driving' flying car takes flight
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the first public test flight of 'pop.up next' saw it accurately place a passenger capsule on the ground module, which then drove from the test grounds autonomously.
the first public test flight of 'pop.up next' saw it accurately place a passenger capsule on the ground module, which then drove from the test grounds autonomously.
rivian debuts high performance, 400 mile, electric pickup truck
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with up to 400 miles of range on a single charge and the power to go from 0-60mph in 3.2 seconds.
with up to 400 miles of range on a single charge and the power to go from 0-60mph in 3.2 seconds.
vauxhall GTX concept teases company's next generation design
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a brand concept close to the firm's core values – british, ingenious, progressive and approachable.
a brand concept close to the firm's core values – british, ingenious, progressive and approachable.
an all-electric version of the classic 1960's mustang is in production
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charge is packing a 300-kilowatt electric motor and a 64 kilowatt-hour battery pack into classic 1960s-style mustang body shells licensed from ford.
charge is packing a 300-kilowatt electric motor and a 64 kilowatt-hour battery pack into classic 1960s-style mustang body shells licensed from ford.
the police force in dubai is testing out hoverbikes
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by 2020 police in dubai could be cruising up to five meters (16 feet) above ground.
by 2020 police in dubai could be cruising up to five meters (16 feet) above ground.
simplicity is at the heart of biomega's first electric urban car
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the SIN - named by the firm for the 'contemporary urban sprawl of singapore', is a carbon-fibre EV designed primarily for urban transport.
the SIN - named by the firm for the 'contemporary urban sprawl of singapore', is a carbon-fibre EV designed primarily for urban transport.
electric BMW vision iNEXT's shy tech turns interior into one touchscreen
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the BMW vision iNEXT's shy tech includes intelligent materials, such as the rear bench’s jacquad cloth that lights up as users trace gestures to control music.
the BMW vision iNEXT's shy tech includes intelligent materials, such as the rear bench’s jacquad cloth that lights up as users trace gestures to control music.
hyundai and kia unveil panoramic solar roof to boost batteries in vehicles
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the electricity-generating solar panels will be incorporated into the roof or the hood of vehicles, and will support internal combustion, hybrid and battery electric vehicles.
the electricity-generating solar panels will be incorporated into the roof or the hood of vehicles, and will support internal combustion, hybrid and battery electric vehicles.
STEV is the next generation in fully electric mining vehicles
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subterranean electric vehicle, or STEV for short, is the next generation of innovation and real world application of the miller’s advanced technologies.
subterranean electric vehicle, or STEV for short, is the next generation of innovation and real world application of the miller’s advanced technologies.
mclaren's $2.25M speedtail boasts streamlined form with teardrop cockpit
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described as 'a momentous unity of art, technology and velocity' the mclaren speedtail is unveiled, marking a few bests and firsts for the british company.
described as 'a momentous unity of art, technology and velocity' the mclaren speedtail is unveiled, marking a few bests and firsts for the british company.
bollinger motors reveals all-electric, all-capable B2 pickup truck
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as the big brother of the 'B1', the bollinger motors 'B2' is an even bigger all-electric truck that will be have a range of 2000 miles per charge.
as the big brother of the 'B1', the bollinger motors 'B2' is an even bigger all-electric truck that will be have a range of 2000 miles per charge.
volkswagen to release commercial version of its retro electric I.D. buzz microbus
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the business model comes fully-connected for those buying the vehicle for haulage purposes.
the business model comes fully-connected for those buying the vehicle for haulage purposes.
the peugeot e-LEGEND concept blends retro styling with autonomous driving
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the fully autonomous capabilities of the vehicle are designed to give drivers more time to themselves, offering a comfortable environment in which they can pursue other »
the fully autonomous capabilities of the vehicle are designed to give drivers more time to themselves, offering a comfortable environment in which they can pursue other activities.
renault's EZ-ultimo car concept is a self-driving luxury lounge
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renault envisions its new concept car as a real 'mobile lounge' and an upscale ride hailing for all, on demand, for an hour, or a day.
renault envisions its new concept car as a real 'mobile lounge' and an upscale ride hailing for all, on demand, for an hour, or a day.
smart unveils its roofless forease urban EV concept
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the main feature of the forease is the wide open roof, that puts drivers 'at the centre of the hustle and bustle of the city'.
the main feature of the forease is the wide open roof, that puts drivers 'at the centre of the hustle and bustle of the city'.
all-new, all-electric AUDI e-tron fitted with virtual exterior mirrors
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with a dynamic, silent, fun and capable electrified performance, the AUDI e-tron highlights the future of SUVs.
with a dynamic, silent, fun and capable electrified performance, the AUDI e-tron highlights the future of SUVs.
volvo 360C autonomous car concept is a bedroom, living space and work office on wheels
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headed for a 2021 release, the 360 concept has four potential functions that could transform the way we spend time on the road.
headed for a 2021 release, the 360 concept has four potential functions that could transform the way we spend time on the road.
BYTON balances technological mobility with heritage at pebble beach
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designboom travelled to the 2018 pebble beach concours d’elegance to see first hand how BYTON's electric concept cars redefine the mobility experience.
designboom travelled to the 2018 pebble beach concours d’elegance to see first hand how BYTON's electric concept cars redefine the mobility experience.
mercedes-benz EQC reveals avant-garde design of their first production EV
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showcasing electric intelligence, the mercedes-benz EQC delivers a range of 450 km, 22.2 kWh/100 km power consumption and recharging time of around 40 minutes.
showcasing electric intelligence, the mercedes-benz EQC delivers a range of 450 km, 22.2 kWh/100 km power consumption and recharging time of around 40 minutes.
the coco e-camper is designed for electric cars, featuring a dual-motor axle that boosts towing power
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the coco camper features its own battery pack, electric motors, and solar panels to reduce the load on the vehicle towing it.
the coco camper features its own battery pack, electric motors, and solar panels to reduce the load on the vehicle towing it.
mercedes-benz EQ silver arrow unveiled at concours d’elegance at pebble beach
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the mercedes-benz EQ silver arrow pays homage to their W 125 car from 1937, which, at a speed of 432.7 km/h, held the fastest record on public roads until 2017.
the mercedes-benz EQ silver arrow pays homage to their W 125 car from 1937, which, at a speed of 432.7 km/h, held the fastest record on public roads until 2017.
jaguar confirms production of the e-type zero all-electric classic
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combining its restoration expertise with cutting-edge technology, jaguar classic will offer tailor-made e-types restored and converted to electric power.
combining its restoration expertise with cutting-edge technology, jaguar classic will offer tailor-made e-types restored and converted to electric power.
sono motors' solar-powered car sales surge as sustainable mobility increases
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sono motor's stylish, lightweight yet affordable 'sion' electric vehicle will soon be available in the dutch market, as well as germany.
sono motor's stylish, lightweight yet affordable 'sion' electric vehicle will soon be available in the dutch market, as well as germany.
nuro & kroger deploy self-driving cars for grocery deliveries in arizona
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starting on august 16th 2018, nuro and kroger officially begin piloting autonomous deliveries of groceries in scottsdale, arizona.
starting on august 16th 2018, nuro and kroger officially begin piloting autonomous deliveries of groceries in scottsdale, arizona.
small, electric microlino car soon to be driving along european streets
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production of the microlino starts in december 2018 with deliveries in switzerland thereafter, before entering into the german market in 2019.
production of the microlino starts in december 2018 with deliveries in switzerland thereafter, before entering into the german market in 2019.
mercedes EQ brand defines the future of beauty for electric mobility
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at mercedes-benz’s HQ in germany, designboom details the workings of their designers and, specifically, how their EQ brand is revolutionzing the future of mobility.
at mercedes-benz’s HQ in germany, designboom details the workings of their designers and, specifically, how their EQ brand is revolutionzing the future of mobility.
watch: robocar becomes the first autonomous race car to complete the goodwood hillclimb
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robocar has made history as it becomes the first fully autonmous race car to complete the tricky and daunting goodwood hillclimb course.
robocar has made history as it becomes the first fully autonmous race car to complete the tricky and daunting goodwood hillclimb course.
