Electric Cars Are Taking Off, but When Will Battery Recycling Follow?
Many companies and investors are eager to recycle batteries but it could take a decade or more before enough used lithium-ion batteries become available.
2017-2023 Chevy Bolt EV recalled over fire concern, again
Some Chevy Bolt EV models are once again being recalled over a potential issue that can lead to a vehicle fire. This time it has nothing to do with the battery pack or electric propulsion. "GM is voluntarily recalling certain 2017-2023 model year Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles due to rare instances of front seat belt pretensioner exhaust gases coming... Your Mail Truck Is Going Electric
In a win for the Biden administration, the United States Postal Service said it would spend nearly $10 billion to create one of the largest electric truck fleets in the nation.
Hyundai Kona Electric, Rivian range boost, California charging plan: Today’s Car News
Rivian trucks have received a range boost over the air, and the company now says it’s official. California plans to double the number of EV chargers in the state. And a hybrid will join the next Kona Electric as part of this urban crossover lineup. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The 2024 Hyundai Kona lineup has taken a bow, and... Rivian R1T and R1S get range boost, snow mode, cabin preconditioning
Over-the-air software and firmware updates have the potential to remedy issues, add features, or just simply make a vehicle better. So far Rivian’s already managed all of the above with its R1T electric pickup and R1S electric SUV. With an update this week Rivian has improved the cold-weather livability of its trucks with several new... California’s $3B plan will double its public EV charger count
California has approved a $2.9 billion plan that will more than double the number of EV chargers in the state, and will greatly expand charging infrastructure for electric buses and commercial trucks. "California is bringing our roads and highways into the 21st century with electric vehicle chargers in every community, in every corner of our... 2024 Hyundai Kona revealed with “EV-led design,” hybrid version
The second generation 2024 Hyundai Kona has broken cover with updates styling and a first-ever hybrid version. The Kona hybrid will join the existing Kona Electric and gasoline powertrains at launch, Hyundai confirmed in a press release. A sportier gasoline Kona N Line will be launched alongside these variants, with a more hardcore Kona N likely... 2024 Audi Q8 E-Tron first drive, Rivian R1T safety rating, Genesis GV60: Today’s Car News
The Rivian R1T hits the top tier for safety. The Genesis GV60 earned a spot as one of this year’s best new EVs. And we drive the Q8 E-Tron and SQ8 E-Tron. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The Audi E-Tron SUV and Sportback have been given a bigger battery, more range, better efficiency, and faster charging, all as part of a revamp... Genesis GV60: Green Car Reports Best Car To Buy 2023 finalist
The GV60 is the first fully electric vehicle in the lineup of Hyundai’s luxury brand, Genesis, and it’s one of our five finalists for Green Car Reports Best Car To Buy 2023. Built on Hyundai’s E-GMP platform for dedicated electric vehicles, the 2023 Genesis GV60 stands as quite a bit shorter than the Hyundai Ioniq 5 or Kia EV6... Rivian R1T crash-tested by IIHS, earns top safety distinction
The Rivian R1T is the first electric pickup truck ever run through the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) testing regimen—and it received high marks. The IIHS announced on Friday that the R1T had earned its highest Top Safety Pick+ safety award. The award, which applies to 2022 and 2023 R1T models, encompasses crash-test scores...