Bipartisan Bill Would Impose New Annual Fee on Electric Vehicles
A House transportation bill introduced this week would require owners of electric cars to pay $130 to cover the cost of road repairs.
Trump Administration Sues California Over Tailpipe Emissions Limits
A lawsuit argues that the state’s regulations would illegally force a rapid transition to electric vehicles.
The Capital of Electric Cars Is Turning to Electric Planes
There are dozens of short daily flights to Norway’s islands, and the oil-producing Scandinavian country wants electricity to power them.
Transportation Secretary Seeks Rollback of Biden’s Fuel Economy Standards
The order is the latest Trump administration effort against Biden-era initiatives that intended to promote electric vehicles and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Gavin Newsom, Please Don’t Cut Public Transit Funds. That’s Short-Term Thinking.
Even in a tough budget year, more investment in transit would be money well spent.
Pete Buttigieg Says U.S. ‘Focused’ on Reducing Auto Emissions
At the Glasgow climate summit, the transportation secretary said the U.S. would not join a global pledge to phase out gas- and diesel-powered cars.
This Is Where the States Want Billions in Infrastructure Funding Spent
The plan finally approved on Friday will address transportation, water, broadband, energy and public safety needs that have been building for years, sometimes decades.
Infrastructure Plan Seeks to Address Climate and Equality as Well as Roads
The proposal being prepared by the White House is intended to begin grappling with a number of big issues that President Biden focused on during the campaign.
Buttigieg’s Climate Promises: What Could He Actually Do?
The Transportation Department, which holds sway over planes, trains and automobiles, faces limits on how it spends money. Still, here are five possible steps.
Electric Scooters Are Now Legal in New York. But Are They Safe?
Fans of the devices say they are a cheap way to travel. But other New Yorkers view them as a nuisance or worry about the risks they pose.
Wireless Charger Refills Battery as Fast as Plugging In
A wireless charging system just achieved three times the rate and 90 percent the efficiency of regular plug-in systems. Continue reading →
Supersonic Electric Airplane Next from Elon Musk?
Musk says he has a design in mind for a supersonic electric jet that takes off and lands vertically. Continue reading →
Racer Plans To Cross Atlantic In Electric Plane
This speed demon wants to retrace Charles Lindbergh's flight in a custom electric aircraft. Continue reading →
Futuristic Electric Cars Ditch Battery Charging
An electrified road system keeps cars moving; no battery required. Continue reading →
Electric Scooter Sharing Begins in San Francisco
Dubbed "Zipcar for Scooters," this service offers users the chance to reserve and operate a scooter with a smartphone.
Say ‘Guten Tag’ to the World’s Longest Bus
The Autotram Extra Grand bus is 98 feet long and can carry 256 passengers.
All Aboard the Shanghai Maglev Train!
The fastest train in the world does a top speed of 270 mph -- 19 miles in 8 minutes. Experience the rush!
Nissan Leaf: One-Year Drive Report
Here's what we've learned about owning an electric car for 15,000 miles.
2012 Focus Electric Could Break 100 MPGe
The EV hatchback will have an onboard charger that can be used in homes with 240-volt outlets.
Self-Driving Vehicles Swarming to Future Roads
This vehicles would travel in computer-controlled swarms to conserve energy. Will the year 2030 be ready for it?