electric automobiles (368 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.
the HY project adds artificial sound to electric cars to stimulate plant growth
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in anticipation of the avas regulations that are coming into force, the device emits a specific frequency of sound that helps plants grow.
in anticipation of the avas regulations that are coming into force, the device emits a specific frequency of sound that helps plants grow.
volkswagen ID space vizzion concept is a futuristic station wagon
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it envisions a zero-emissions vehicle for a new era combining the aerodynamic characteristics of a gran turismo with the spaciousness of an SUV.
it envisions a zero-emissions vehicle for a new era combining the aerodynamic characteristics of a gran turismo with the spaciousness of an SUV.
ford built a one-off electric mustang with manual transmission
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the 'mustang lithium' is an ultra-high-performance battery-electric mustang fastback prototype.
the 'mustang lithium' is an ultra-high-performance battery-electric mustang fastback prototype.
kia designs UFO-like 'futuron' concept with panoramic glasshouse roof
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the kia futuron concept is built around a ‘360-degree’ core that sits beneath a diamond-shaped panoramic glass roof.
the kia futuron concept is built around a ‘360-degree’ core that sits beneath a diamond-shaped panoramic glass roof.
chevrolet unveils retro E-10 electric pickup based on 1962 model
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the E-10 concept is based on a 1962 C-10 pickup truck, imagining a retro-vintage future for hot rodding.
the E-10 concept is based on a 1962 C-10 pickup truck, imagining a retro-vintage future for hot rodding.
tesla has a rival in new hyundai hydrogen-powered semi-truck concept
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both vehicles are part of the automaker's fuel cell electric vehicle 2030 vision, which includes the widespread use of hydrogen-powered fuel cell technology in vehicles.
both vehicles are part of the automaker's fuel cell electric vehicle 2030 vision, which includes the widespread use of hydrogen-powered fuel cell technology in vehicles.
solar panels push the fisker ocean electric SUV to range of over 480km
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its solar panelled roof is said to generate 1,000 clean, free miles.
its solar panelled roof is said to generate 1,000 clean, free miles.
jaguar creates new all-electric hypercar to exist only in gran turismo
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the vision GT coupé packs 1,020hp, tops out over 200mph and can get to 62mph in under two seconds.
the vision GT coupé packs 1,020hp, tops out over 200mph and can get to 62mph in under two seconds.
EASE and BOOST: BMW design shaping your ultimate future of mobility
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BMW designs a mobility future where you can can choose when, where and how your experience unfolds – whether driving yourself or being driven.
BMW designs a mobility future where you can can choose when, where and how your experience unfolds – whether driving yourself or being driven.
mitsubishi reveals 'Mi-Tech' hybrid buggy concept with AR windscreen
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the plug-in hybrid features blocky bodywork and a windshield that doubles up as one big augmented reality display.
the plug-in hybrid features blocky bodywork and a windshield that doubles up as one big augmented reality display.
mazda unveils first electric car featuring rear-hinged ‘freestyle’ doors
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the mazda MX-30 features unique freestyle doors, recycled cork and leather made from plastic bottles.
the mazda MX-30 features unique freestyle doors, recycled cork and leather made from plastic bottles.
sleek, sustainable mercedes-benz vision EQS - a closer look at the concept car in tokyo
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designboom travelled to tokyo, japan to experience mercedes-benz's new study for sustainable luxury, the vision EQS.
designboom travelled to tokyo, japan to experience mercedes-benz's new study for sustainable luxury, the vision EQS.
lexus unveils electric LF-30 concept with drone-deploying capabilities
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the car features a front-door pickup feature and drone-technology that uses autonomous control to carry luggage into the vehicle's cargo area.
the car features a front-door pickup feature and drone-technology that uses autonomous control to carry luggage into the vehicle's cargo area.
toyota's ultra-compact concept city car doubles up as a mobile office
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the ultra-compact BEV concept model for business serves as a 'mobile office' with three modes to support travelling, working and taking breaks using the vehicle.
the ultra-compact BEV concept model for business serves as a 'mobile office' with three modes to support travelling, working and taking breaks using the vehicle.
volvo unveils its first fully electric car: the XC40 recharge
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the XC40 recharge is the first of a family of fully electric models volvo plans to release over the next five years.
the XC40 recharge is the first of a family of fully electric models volvo plans to release over the next five years.
uniti's 'one' is a three-seater city car that will cost just $19,000
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it features an unusual layout with two seats in the back and a central driving position that gives the driver a near-uninterrupted view of the road.
it features an unusual layout with two seats in the back and a central driving position that gives the driver a near-uninterrupted view of the road.
the toyota LQ features an air-purifying layer that reduces ozone emissions
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the LQ features a newly developed catalyst coating that decomposes ozone into oxygen on the radiator fan.
the LQ features a newly developed catalyst coating that decomposes ozone into oxygen on the radiator fan.
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.
