Ten years ago, the Volt Dance was still fresh in our minds; Ford CEO Alan Mullaly invested more in its electric programs and said that by 2020 EVs would become more important than hybrids (and more dominant in the company’s lineup); the Leaf was on its way to be something very, very big; and we really had our bets on at least one of...
Planes, trains, automobiles and, even ships: No segment will be left untouched in the march towards a greener, more sustainable future—and going electric. Even a boutique company out of Utah that builds three-wheel playthings sees the writing on the wall. When the all-electric Vanderhall Edison 2 three-wheeler hits dealer lots’ in in...
For anyone who appreciates electric cars and their potential to transcend existing boundaries, the Porsche Taycan—originally called the Mission E concept—was a rock star from the start. In concept form in 2015, its propositions included 600 horsepower, 0-62 mph acceleration in 3.5 seconds, torque vectoring all-wheel drive, all-wheel...
The electric-vehicle invasion hasn’t exactly happened the way it was supposed to some years ago—with mass-market models getting longer-range batteries or becoming even more affordable. Instead, Tesla has shown that electric vehicles can elbow in from the top and middle of the market, with an aesthetic that takes on premium brands...
The 2019 Audi E-Tron fits in—as a well-styled, contemporary SUV, as a superb luxury vehicle, and as an Audi. And it just so happens to be an electric vehicle. That’s the way Green Car Reports has more or less summarized Audi’s first fully electric vehicle after multiple experiences up close with it. The E-Tron is one of three...
This month, a Vancouver-based airline tested a vintage plane retrofitted with a battery-powered engine. The goal is an all-electric fleet, the first in the world.
Projekt E will run as a support series at selected World RX events next year, using technology developed by Austria firm STARD. The firm will exclusively supply powertrain kits to the new series in 2020.
The powertrain will include three motors, one on the front axle and two at the rear. Supplied as a control kit to be installed into existing steel-body, teams will be able to buy a complete kit for €194,000
This car, the first Projekt E, delivering up to 1100 Nm torque and 450 kw, is using a Ford Fiesta body shell, but it’s possible for owners to have the choice of several makes and models.
“We are delighted to be partnering with IMG on this innovative project which will change the technical landscape in motorsport and rallycross in particular,” Manfred Strohl, President of Stohl Group, said.
“The performance of the racecar will be impressive when you consider that in terms of torque, the power unit is capable of 0-90% in about 32 milliseconds. The motors rotate at up to 14,000rpm. Projekt E will add a whole new, innovative dimension to rallycross in 2020.”
Electric-vehicle upstart Rivian announced Monday that it has closed a $1.3 billion investment round led by T. Rowe Price—including new investments from Amazon, Ford, and BlackRock. The fresh funding, together with previous investments in the company announced this year, have helped assure that Rivian will deliver product—in the form of...
A recall has been issued on some 2019 Toyota Prius models over the possibility that an electrical short may cause gauge clusters to black out. A combination meter circuit board is to blame for the issue and “was inappropriately manufactured during the specific manufacturing process,” according to recall documents filed by Toyota. The...
Ford’s upcoming plug-in hybrid version of the Escape gets a price. Volkswagen recalls its hybrid you might not have ever known about. And Daimler and BMW back out on car-sharing. This and more, today at Green Car Reports. The Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid has a price that might make it a better value over the Escape Hybrid, when you consider...
Volkswagen is recalling some examples of the only hybrid model it’s sold in the U.S.—the VW Jetta Hybrid. In affected vehicles from the 2013-2015 model years, a transmission issue could literally leave the driver effectively in neutral. According to Volkswagen, hairline cracks can appear within the gearbox’s mechatronic unit...
The 2020 model year brings more than the return of a hybrid version to a fully redesigned Ford Escape lineup. It’s also the first time ever that a plug-in hybrid version of the Escape has been offered. On Friday, our analysts at our partner site CarsDirect reported that a just-out order guide for the Escape Plug-In Hybrid reveals prices for...
The 2020 model year brings more than the return of a hybrid version to a fully redesigned Ford Escape lineup. It’s also the first time ever that a plug-in hybrid version of the Escape has been offered. On Friday, our analysts at our partner site CarsDirect reported that a just-out order guide for the Escape Plug-In Hybrid reveals prices for...
Car-sharing, at least as we know it, looks likely to go down in history as a trend that went in and out with the 2010s. With an announcement Wednesday, one of the biggest longtime players—the newly unified Share Now, from Daimler AG and the BMW Group, announced that it’s withdrawing completely from North America and cutting more of its...
Where will Tesla owners soon be able to fast-charge—other than a Supercharger station? Which automaker claims the most energy-dense battery pack for an upcoming vehicle? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending December 20, 2019. We finished the week looking at what many...
Tesla owners finally have fast-charging options outside of Tesla’s own Supercharger network. The Jeep Wrangler goes diesel now and plug-in soon. And the BMW iX3 is still eventually headed to the U.S., with a new generation of electric-drive kit. This and more, today at Green Car Reports. The Jeep Wrangler diesel now has EPA fuel economy...
Ten years ago, the Volt Dance was still fresh in our minds; Ford CEO Alan Mullaly invested more in its electric programs and said that by 2020 EVs would become more important than hybrids (and more dominant in the company’s lineup); the Leaf was on its way to be something very, very big; and we really had our bets on at least one of... 
Planes, trains, automobiles and, even ships: No segment will be left untouched in the march towards a greener, more sustainable future—and going electric. Even a boutique company out of Utah that builds three-wheel playthings sees the writing on the wall. When the all-electric Vanderhall Edison 2 three-wheeler hits dealer lots’ in in... 
For anyone who appreciates electric cars and their potential to transcend existing boundaries, the Porsche Taycan—originally called the Mission E concept—was a rock star from the start. In concept form in 2015, its propositions included 600 horsepower, 0-62 mph acceleration in 3.5 seconds, torque vectoring all-wheel drive, all-wheel... 
The electric-vehicle invasion hasn’t exactly happened the way it was supposed to some years ago—with mass-market models getting longer-range batteries or becoming even more affordable. Instead, Tesla has shown that electric vehicles can elbow in from the top and middle of the market, with an aesthetic that takes on premium brands... 
The 2019 Audi E-Tron fits in—as a well-styled, contemporary SUV, as a superb luxury vehicle, and as an Audi. And it just so happens to be an electric vehicle. That’s the way Green Car Reports has more or less summarized Audi’s first fully electric vehicle after multiple experiences up close with it. The E-Tron is one of three... 
Electric-vehicle upstart Rivian announced Monday that it has closed a $1.3 billion investment round led by T. Rowe Price—including new investments from Amazon, Ford, and BlackRock. The fresh funding, together with previous investments in the company announced this year, have helped assure that Rivian will deliver product—in the form of... 
A recall has been issued on some 2019 Toyota Prius models over the possibility that an electrical short may cause gauge clusters to black out. A combination meter circuit board is to blame for the issue and “was inappropriately manufactured during the specific manufacturing process,” according to recall documents filed by Toyota. The... 
Ford’s upcoming plug-in hybrid version of the Escape gets a price. Volkswagen recalls its hybrid you might not have ever known about. And Daimler and BMW back out on car-sharing. This and more, today at Green Car Reports. The Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid has a price that might make it a better value over the Escape Hybrid, when you consider... 
Volkswagen is recalling some examples of the only hybrid model it’s sold in the U.S.—the VW Jetta Hybrid. In affected vehicles from the 2013-2015 model years, a transmission issue could literally leave the driver effectively in neutral. According to Volkswagen, hairline cracks can appear within the gearbox’s mechatronic unit... 
The 2020 model year brings more than the return of a hybrid version to a fully redesigned Ford Escape lineup. It’s also the first time ever that a plug-in hybrid version of the Escape has been offered. On Friday, our analysts at our partner site CarsDirect reported that a just-out order guide for the Escape Plug-In Hybrid reveals prices for... 
Car-sharing, at least as we know it, looks likely to go down in history as a trend that went in and out with the 2010s. With an announcement Wednesday, one of the biggest longtime players—the newly unified Share Now, from Daimler AG and the BMW Group, announced that it’s withdrawing completely from North America and cutting more of its... 
Where will Tesla owners soon be able to fast-charge—other than a Supercharger station? Which automaker claims the most energy-dense battery pack for an upcoming vehicle? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending December 20, 2019. We finished the week looking at what many... 
Tesla owners finally have fast-charging options outside of Tesla’s own Supercharger network. The Jeep Wrangler goes diesel now and plug-in soon. And the BMW iX3 is still eventually headed to the U.S., with a new generation of electric-drive kit. This and more, today at Green Car Reports. The Jeep Wrangler diesel now has EPA fuel economy...