electric automobiles (351 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.
porsche unveils 2020 taycan 4S as part of its all-electric family
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the dual-motor taycan 4s is the latest model and comes available with two battery sizes.
the dual-motor taycan 4s is the latest model and comes available with two battery sizes.
british start-up lunaz electrifies & future-proofs classic luxury cars
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the british start-up converts classic cars to electric drive, starting with the jaguar XK120 and the rolls-royce phanton V.
the british start-up converts classic cars to electric drive, starting with the jaguar XK120 and the rolls-royce phanton V.
kitty hawk unveils ultra-quiet electric VTOL flying vehicle
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kitty hawk notes that a traditional helicopter that hoves at 1,500 feet emits about 80 dba, while 'heaviside' only puts out 38 dba.
kitty hawk notes that a traditional helicopter that hoves at 1,500 feet emits about 80 dba, while 'heaviside' only puts out 38 dba.
EV manufacturer 'arrival' turns the typical white van into a clean, green machine
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the company wants to remove all barriers to electric vehicle adoption starting with a 50% reduction to the total cost of ownership compared to traditional petrol or diesel models.
the company wants to remove all barriers to electric vehicle adoption starting with a 50% reduction to the total cost of ownership compared to traditional petrol or diesel models.
nissan unveils electric car concept based on 'timeless japanese futurism'
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reflecting a minimal aesthetic, the concept draws on nissan's new design philosophy, which it calls 'timeless japanese futurism.'
reflecting a minimal aesthetic, the concept draws on nissan's new design philosophy, which it calls 'timeless japanese futurism.'
bollinger motors unveils four-door electric B1 and B2 prototypes
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electric utility-vehicle startup unveiled the four-door SUV's on thursday before announcing plans for production next year.
electric utility-vehicle startup unveiled the four-door SUV's on thursday before announcing plans for production next year.
canoo debuts world's first subscription-only electric vehicle
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electric vehicle-startup canoo wants to change the way cars are built, sold and used, with its pod-like futuristic mini van.
electric vehicle-startup canoo wants to change the way cars are built, sold and used, with its pod-like futuristic mini van.
amazon orders 100,000 electric trucks in bid to fight climate change
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the order supports the retailer's newly announced pledge to reach zero net carbon emissions by 2040.
the order supports the retailer's newly announced pledge to reach zero net carbon emissions by 2040.
the electric mercedes-benz simplex concept throws back to 1901
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mercedes-benz has unveiled a vision simplex concept model that reinterprets the historic car as an electric two-seater with a digital grille.
mercedes-benz has unveiled a vision simplex concept model that reinterprets the historic car as an electric two-seater with a digital grille.
the honda E electric car debuts with official pricing before summer launch
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the compact car features pop-out handles and a set of digital cameras instead of side mirrors.
the compact car features pop-out handles and a set of digital cameras instead of side mirrors.
volkswagen brings electric mobility to the masses with the all-electric ID.3
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priced at under €30,000, the volkswagen ID.3 resembles one of volkswagen’s most popular vehicles: the golf hatchback.
priced at under €30,000, the volkswagen ID.3 resembles one of volkswagen’s most popular vehicles: the golf hatchback.
two-tone mercedes-benz vision EQS sustainably crafted for green mobility
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the mercedes-benz vision EQS presents an elegant exterior design, sustainable interior and an emotional mobility experience - all while using renewable energy.
the mercedes-benz vision EQS presents an elegant exterior design, sustainable interior and an emotional mobility experience - all while using renewable energy.
volkswagen electrifies its classic beetle, fusing historic charm with future-forward mobility
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the e-beetle's premiere is celebrated with a near-production version at the international motor show in frankfurt, germany in september 2019.
the e-beetle's premiere is celebrated with a near-production version at the international motor show in frankfurt, germany in september 2019.
porsche unveils the taycan, its first fully-electric sports car
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to begin with their all-electric series, porsche is releasing two models — the taycan turbo s and taycan turbo.
to begin with their all-electric series, porsche is releasing two models — the taycan turbo s and taycan turbo.
mccharge: mcdonald's drive-thru electric charging stations in sweden
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mcdonald's updated its classic signpost, leveraging on its high visibility and easiness to recognize the charging station from afar.
mcdonald's updated its classic signpost, leveraging on its high visibility and easiness to recognize the charging station from afar.
lamborghini sián debuts as brand's first hybrid production car
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lamborghini has just revealed its first hybrid supercar, the sián, the fastest and most powerful lamborghini ever made.
lamborghini has just revealed its first hybrid supercar, the sián, the fastest and most powerful lamborghini ever made.
volkswagen's seat unveils electric SUV concept, the cupra tavascan
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the cupra tavascan is a pure-electric performance SUV, which features a 77 kwh battery pack based on VW’s new MEB platform.
the cupra tavascan is a pure-electric performance SUV, which features a 77 kwh battery pack based on VW’s new MEB platform.
rivian adds pull-out kitchen option to its electric pickup-truck camper
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rivian's 'camper edition' comes with a bunch of camping-related features, including a full on tent and a fully functional pull-out kitchen.
rivian's 'camper edition' comes with a bunch of camping-related features, including a full on tent and a fully functional pull-out kitchen.
sono's 'self-charging’ electric car has dead moss in the dashboard to clean the air
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strands of island moss are integrated into the sion's dashboard covered with a transparent panel just beneath a 10-inch digital display.
strands of island moss are integrated into the sion's dashboard covered with a transparent panel just beneath a 10-inch digital display.
pininfarina enhances futuristic battista electric hypercar at monterey
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the pininfarina battista showcased the electric future of the italian marque's famed aesthetics at the monterey car week 2019.
the pininfarina battista showcased the electric future of the italian marque's famed aesthetics at the monterey car week 2019.
volkswagen presents all-electric ID. BUGGY at pebble beach concours d'elegance
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as a modern interpretation of the classic dune buggy, the concept is designed to be 'off-road' ready and features no roof or doors.
as a modern interpretation of the classic dune buggy, the concept is designed to be 'off-road' ready and features no roof or doors.
2020 porsche cayenne family turn green with electric hybrid models
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with the electrification, the most powerful and sporty porsche cayenne is now a plug-in hybrid.
with the electrification, the most powerful and sporty porsche cayenne is now a plug-in hybrid.
mercedes-benz EQC: an epic all-electric adventure from oslo to berlin
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we embraced a new style of road tripping with the mercedes-benz EQC, where searching for charging stations delivered unexpected yet unique and memorable routes.
we embraced a new style of road tripping with the mercedes-benz EQC, where searching for charging stations delivered unexpected yet unique and memorable routes.
renault e-plein air concept car electrifies their 1960s beach classic
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with an EV powertrain borrowed from a renault twizy, the retro renault e-plein air features new blue seats along with a picnic basket.
with an EV powertrain borrowed from a renault twizy, the retro renault e-plein air features new blue seats along with a picnic basket.
ford's electric F-150 pickup truck can tow a million-pound train
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the american automaker has teased fans with a video demonstration that shows off the prototype's impressive torque.
the american automaker has teased fans with a video demonstration that shows off the prototype's impressive torque.
tesla opens solar-powered V3 supercharger station in las vegas
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tesla's las vegas charging station makes use of the brand-new V3 charging platform as well as solar power and batteries to help reduce the need for grid-based electricity.
tesla's las vegas charging station makes use of the brand-new V3 charging platform as well as solar power and batteries to help reduce the need for grid-based electricity.
lotus unveils electric hypercar with a nine-minute charging time and no handles
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the evija, which is pronounced 'ev-eye-a,' is the first all-new car from the british automaker in 11 years.
the evija, which is pronounced 'ev-eye-a,' is the first all-new car from the british automaker in 11 years.
BMW reveals all-electric MINI cooper SE with 'go-kart-feeling'
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otherwise known as the MINI electric, the car offers a range between 146 to 168 miles, and can charge from 0 to 80% in just 35 minutes.
otherwise known as the MINI electric, the car offers a range between 146 to 168 miles, and can charge from 0 to 80% in just 35 minutes.
