Electric Vehicle Lighting Upgrades: Brighter and More Stylish Headlights
Five Headlight Upgrades for Better Brightness and Beam PatternsHeadlight upgrades can be aesthetic, practical, or both. Upgrading your old halogen headlights to LED or high-intensity discharge (HID) effectively swaps out dull, yellow beams for a colder white or blue, and doing it the right way can also give you brighter headlights that effectively improve your night vision without blinding other drivers.Other upgrades, like bumping up the brightness of your halogen capsules, or simply ... read more
Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier: Premium Features in an Electric Package
2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV LT vs Premier: Which trim is better?The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt Electric Utility Vehicle (EUV) crossover is available in two trims. The entry-level LT trim starts at $27,800, and the top-tier Premier trim starts at $32,300 and is equipped with all of the LTs optional packages plus exclusive features.QUICK LOOKThe Bolt EUV LT and Premier share the same single-motor, 65-kWh electric powertrain with a maximum driving range of 247 miles.The Premier trim adds HD surround cameras ... read more
Why are Chinese electric cars cheaper?
Here's why Chinese brands like BYD and MG can price their electric cars so cheapEver wondered how Chinese brands like BYD and MG are able to price their electric cars so much more affordably than any other brand? We did and so we decided to investigate.See until now we have been told by car companies that the real reason why electric vehicles are so expensive is because the lithium-ion batteries cost so much to make.Hyundai's senior manager of Future Mobility Scott Nargar told CarsGuide earlier ... read more
What are the disadvantages of a hybrid car Toyota?
What Are The Advantages and Disadvantages Of A Hybrid Car?The Drive and its partners may earn a commission if you purchase a product through one of our links. Read more.America is slowly shifting away from gasoline-gulping vehicles toward electric vehicles (EVs), and the key transitional link between the eras is hybrid technology. Hybrids blend gas and electric power into one system to make environmentally friendly vehicles that are free of EV range anxiety.Manufacturers have been touting the ... read more
Are electric cars the best for the future?
Future electric cars: EVs launching in 2022 and beyond Future electric cars due this year and beyondModels from Tesla, Mercedes and unfamiliar brands, too EVs of all shapes and sizesAlthough electric cars are nothing new, theyre seeing an explosion in popularity well ahead of the incoming 2030 ban on the sale of petrol and diesel cars. Modern battery tech means a 200+ mile range is becoming ever more attainable while providing performance that would in many cases shame an equivalent internal ... read more
Comparing Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Development in Different Regions
Building the electric-vehicle charging infrastructure America needsCars and trucks produce nearly one-fifth of Americas greenhouse-gas emissions (GHGs), all of which must be eliminated to achieve the federal target of net-zero emissions by 2050. Although electric-vehicle (EV) sales in the United States have climbed by more than 40 percent each year, on average, since 2016, nearly half of US consumers say that battery or charging issues are their top concerns about buying EVs. Its no stretch to ... read more
Is EV really cheaper than gas?
Electric vs. Gas Cars: Is It Cheaper to Drive an EV?There are plenty of climate and air quality reasons to buy an electric vehicle (EV), but is it cheaper to drive? While this is a complicated question that has befuddled car shoppers for years, in most cases, an EV will indeed be cheaper in the long run. And with automakers slashing prices for EVs in the past year on top of federal incentives for eligible buyers, you may even be able to score a bargain up front. Lets sort out the ... read more
Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Performance Edition: Electric Muscle Car Experience
Ford Mustang Mach-E GT review: SUV sizing, muscle-car performanceThe Ford Mustang Mach-E GT is a premium version of the company's first all-electric vehicle. Available in both GT and GT Performance edition versions it offers more horsepower, more torque and faster acceleration than the Select, Premium or California Route 1 models, as well as some more premium features.Price and performance-wise, this is comparable to Tesla's Model Y performance. While the use of the Mustang brand on an electric ... read more
Tesla Model S Long Range: Extended Range and Luxury Comfort
Tesla lowers Model Y, S, and X range estimations following exaggeration complaintsTesla has lowered the range estimates across several Model Y, S, and X vehicles in the US, reducing the figure on certain trims by up to six percent. As reported by Electrek, Teslas online configurator now displays an estimated range of 285 miles for the Model Ys Performance trim, down 18 miles from its previous 303-mile estimate.The Model Y Long Range is down to 310 miles from 330 while the Model Xs Plaid has ... read more
Saving Money on Electric Vehicle Insurance: Essential Tips
Essential Tips for Saving Money on General Liability Insurance PolicyMost established businesses are familiar with general liability insurance as a primary safety net against litigation. Sometimes entrepreneurs launching startups look for ways to bypass insurance, but the companies that cut corners on insurance are typically not the ones that eventually thrive. Here are essential points about saving money and still getting sufficient coverage with general liability insurance in Portland, ... read more
Upgrading Your EV: Advanced Modifications for Performance Enthusiasts
Engine Performance Mods: Unlocking Your Vehicles Full PotentialWelcome to the world of engine performance modifications! If youre a car enthusiast or someone looking to enhance the power and efficiency of your vehicle, engine performance mods are the way to go. These modifications involve making changes to various components of the engine to optimize its performance, such as increasing horsepower, improving fuel efficiency, and enhancing overall driving experience. From simple upgrades like air ... read more
Electric Vehicles with the Most Unique and Eye-Catching Designs
New eye-tracking study reveals the most eye-catching cars of 2023A new study by UK's largest automotive marketplace Auto Trader has used unique eye-tracking technology to discover which cars are the most attractive to the human eye.In the study, participants were asked to look at a series of 40 images of the world's best-selling car models whilst their eye movements were tracked, in order to discover which motors, capture our attention the quickest and which hold our gaze the longest.These ... read more
EV Charging at Home: Installation, Setup, and Safety Tips
Charging your electric car at home: Everything you need to knowCan you charge an electric car at home?Yes, you can charge an electric car at home using either a standard wall socket or a dedicated AC fast charger (often referred to generically as a wallbox charger, although Wallbox is an actual brand of charger).Petrol stations - those monuments to expensive fuel, overpriced junk food and restrooms that hygiene forgot - arent exactly at the top of anyones must visit list when they leave the ... read more
Is there a lithium shortage in 2025?
The Lithium Supply Crunch Doesnt Have to Stall Electric CarsChina is also the worlds leading producer of cathodes, battery cells, and battery packs, both for its domestic EV industry and for export. Japan and South Korea, too, are major exporters of battery packs.In addition to the strategic risks stemming from the concentration in so few places of so much of the supply of critical materials, the logistics of the current global supply chain are very inefficient. Because of their weight, ... read more
Why is China leading in EV?
California Management ReviewBYD manufactured over 3 million new energy vehicles in 2023, surpassing Teslas production for a 2nd straight year.IntroductionAn EV car is a vehicle powered by an electric motor, using energy stored in rechargeable batteries. It offers a cleaner alternative to gasoline or diesel engines, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and dependency on fossil fuels. EVs are known for their efficiency, low operating costs, and quiet operation. October 2011, in a live interview with ... read more
What electric car has least problems?
Electric Vehicles Are Less Reliable Than Conventional CarsTesla, which has been building EVs for more than a decade, falls near the middle of the pack in terms of brand reliability. Its Model Y, first introduced for model year 2020, is recommended by CR for the first time this year, with owners reporting fewer issues with its suspension, in-car electronics and general build quality than in previous years. The Model Y joins the Model 3 in earning CR Recommended status.Teslas Model 3 and Model Y ... read more
Best Value Electric Vehicles: Balancing Price, Features, and Range (around $40,000)
Best Electric Vehicles for theMoneyHyundais entry-level EV, the subcompact, five-seat Kona Electric crossover, begins its second generation with a second, more economical battery choice. Redesigned for 2024, the Kona also offers new standard features, a roomier rear seat and cargo area, and a fresh, sporty exterior.The electric Kona, introduced in 2019, while well-received, was always a bit cramped and short on cargo space compared to its rivals. For 2024, though, the Kona has a new platform ... read more
Tesla Cybertruck: Bold Design and Unrivaled Electric Power
Tesla unveils bold design for CybertruckUnlock the Editors Digest for freeRoula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.Elon Musk has taken the wraps off a new vehicle designed to put a dent in one of Detroits most profitable markets, unveiling an angular wedge-shaped Tesla electric pick-up truck.Called the Cybertruck, the latest model from Tesla takes aim at a market currently dominated by Ford and General Motors and accounting for the three best ... read more
The EV Tech Revolution: Innovations Driving the Future of Transportation
What technology trends are shaping the mobility sector?New technologies often emerge to great fanfare only to sink into obscurity or fall short of early expectations. Within the mobility sector, which is rapidly transforming thanks to the growth of electric vehicles (EVs), autonomous driving, and other innovations, pinpointing the potential winnersor even predicting the pace of changecan be particularly difficult.While some uncertainty will always persist, its possible to better understand a ... read more
Why hydrogen Cannot be replaced as fuel?
Do hydrogen haters have a molecule to stand on? We asked an expertHonda Solar Hydrogen StationElon Musk is many things, but reserved is not among them. Even by his standards, though, his vocal and colorful criticism of hydrogen fuel cells stands out. Hes not alone either; major automakers like Ford and GM have also voiced criticism, albeit more calmly, of fuel-cell tech.On the face of it, they seem to have a point. Hydrogen is difficult to produce, hard to store, and, with current extraction ... read more