Hydrogen Electric Vehicles (EV’s)
Tesla Fires a Manager Who Criticized Elon Musk on Social Media 27, February 2025 - The employee objected to a post on X by Mr. Musk, Tesla’s chief executive and a top adviser to President Trump, that referred to Nazi leaders.
Kia EV2 concept previews soulful small EV due in 2026 27, February 2025 - Kia on Thursday unveiled the Concept EV2, which previews an electric subcompact crossover expected to enter production in 2026. Shown at the automaker's EV Day presentation in Tarragona, Spain, alongside a handful of other electric vehicles, the boxy E...
A Union Takes on Musk via Tesla’s Stock 27, February 2025 - The American Federation of Teachers is pressuring some of the carmaker’s biggest shareholders as the tech mogul's cost-cutting influence in Washington sets off alarm bells.
Stellantis and Rivian working on flat towing for EVs 27, February 2025 - Flat-towing an electric vehicle—that is, towing it with its wheels in contact with the road—is more difficult than with internal-combustion vehicles. But automakers are working on solutions. When internal-combustion vehicles are flat-towed,...
Upcoming Nissan EV getting NACS port: Will it be next-gen Leaf? 26, February 2025 - NACS will debut in Nissan-branded pure EV in 2025, be available in 2026 Unclear whether that’s refreshed Ariya, or next-generation Leaf Nissan won’t immediately renew home charging around NACS Nissan was the first Japanese automaker to conf...
Trump and Republicans Set Their Sights on California’s Electric Car Plan 26, February 2025 - The administration is setting the stage for Congress to repeal a longstanding waiver that allows California to set its own pollution standards. State officials say the effort is illegal.
Ram Ramcharger PHEV doesn’t need a charge to haul 14,000 lb up 6% grade 26, February 2025 - The 2026 Ram Ramcharger plug-in hybrid will now arrive in the second half of 2025 The Ramcharger will have a total driving range of 690 miles Ram's CEO mentioned a price of $69,995 No one said it'll be quick, or efficient, but Ram's upcoming Ramcharger...
Volvo ES90 electric sedan gets 800V charging, sustainable materials 26, February 2025 - Upcoming ES90 will get 800-volt architecture, 350-kw fast-charging Smaller battery than EX90 electric SUV, yet a longer range Recycled plastics, certified wood, and battery passport all part of eco credentials The Volvo ES90 electric sedan will be the ...
Tesla Stock Falls 8% as Concerns About Elon Musk’s Political Role Grow 26, February 2025 - The electric-car maker’s stock has had a bumpy ride since the victory of President Trump, who has given Tesla’s chief, Elon Musk, a role in Washington.
Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson has stepped aside after Gravity launch 25, February 2025 - Rawlinson becomes advisor as Lucid delivers Gravity, pivots to more affordable EVs CTO of Lucid and parent Atieva since 2013, led efficiency-and-performance push Oversaw Lucid Air and Gravity, Tesla Model S Peter Rawlinson is no longer the top executiv...
2025 Mercedes-Benz EQB re-ups electric GLB-Class formula 25, February 2025 - The 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQB electric SUV carries over mostly unchanged, retaining its status as the entry-level EV in Mercedes's U.S. lineup and the only one sharing a platform with an internal-combustion vehicle. The EQB is a fully electric derivative ...
Scout Harvester PHEV tows 50% less than EV, different battery chemistry 25, February 2025 - Scout Harvester plug-in series hybrid will use LFP battery chemistry Harvester versions won't tow as much or accelerate as quickly as EVs Rear-mounted range-extender confirmed as a non-turbo 4-cylinder engine The Volkswagen Group's new Scout Motors bra...
Here’s how in-wheel motors could cut EV cost, boost range 20% 25, February 2025 - In-wheel motor maker Elaphe doesn't see issues with durability or unsprung mass "Vehicle-level" integration of tech could bring 20% cheaper vehicles, 20% efficiency boost Elaphe is targeting 95% efficiency on a battery-to-wheel basis by 2030 If you too...
Tesla Moves One Step Closer to Self-Driving Cars in China 25, February 2025 - The development marked a breakthrough for Tesla’s chief executive, Elon Musk, in a country where his company has faced increasingly tough competition.
Toyota Sienna hybrid minivan recalled due to loose seat bolts 24, February 2025 - Toyota is recalling 167,802 Sienna hybrid minivans because bolts on the backs of its third-row seats may not have been tightened properly at the factory. The recall includes 2021-2025 Toyota Sienna models, representing the entire model-year range of th...
Mercedes EQS aims for 621-mile range, tests solid-state battery 24, February 2025 - Mercedes-Benz on Monday announced the start of real-world testing of prototype solid-state battery cells from the U.S. firm Factorial. These cells were installed in a Mercedes-Benz EQS sedan in late 2024, and the car has been used in laboratory tests s...
Mini Cooper EV production in UK delayed 24, February 2025 - Mini is delaying electric vehicle production at its U.K. plant, which could further delay U.S. sales of both a redesigned electric Cooper hatchback and the Aceman, a new nameplate being sold only as an EV. Both models are currently built in China and w...
Rolls-Royce Spectre brings Black Badge into electric era 24, February 2025 - In recent years, Rolls-Royce has launched a series of Black Badge models aimed at updating the stalwart luxury brand's image with a more youthful and sporty demeanor and a darker color palette. Now the first electric Rolls-Royce—the Spectre coupe...
Feds purge EVs, chargers: Does Musk still believe EVs cost less to run? 23, February 2025 - Report suggests GSA may be forced to pull the plug on thousands of EVs and chargers GSA's biggest fleets are USPS, Dept. of Defense; 20% of its 2024 light-vehicle orders were EVs Could affect chargers at national parks, VA hospitals, other venues The U...
Tesla Is Again Showing Signs It Wants to Sell Cars in India 22, February 2025 - Bringing showrooms filled with high-end American-made electric vehicles to India would mark a symbolic victory for President Trump’s ally.