California bans new combustion car sales from 2035

Following a similar decision in the European Union, the state of California has announced it’s phasing out new sales of diesel and gasoline cars by 2035, setting aggressive targets along the way. This move will have dramatic effects across the USA.Cont… Continue reading California bans new combustion car sales from 2035

Extreme exotics and curious concepts from Pebble Beach 2022

Car Week 2022 has officially swept its way over Northern California’s Monterey Peninsula, leaving behind a treasure trove of new high-powered concept and production cars. It’s always a special event, but the past two years have felt even more intense o… Continue reading Extreme exotics and curious concepts from Pebble Beach 2022

Lucid triples up on motors for 1,200-hp Air Sapphire super-sedan

We’re not sure that the market has been clamoring for a Lucid Air sedan even more powerful and expensive than the $169K 1,111-hp Dream Edition, so much as something that’s actually anywhere near affordable for the average driver, but it’s getting the f… Continue reading Lucid triples up on motors for 1,200-hp Air Sapphire super-sedan

87-mph electric unicycle sounds like instant death … and scary fun

With the all-new V13 Challenger, InMotion looks to hit new levels of speed and excitement (older InMotion e-unicycle pictured)

After springing its electric unicycle (EUC) lineup for full off-roading, electric transport specialist InMotion is upping the ante (and danger) once again. The all-new V13 Challenger debuts as the fastest, most powerful one-wheeler in the world, according to the Chinese company. Capable of putting out a peak of 10,000 watts and powering up to speeds of 87 mph (140 km/h), the V13 is more explosive than many electric two-wheelers. An improved suspension, modular design and updated electronics promise to deliver a ride that’s as safe and personalized as it is ferocious.

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Polestar sends O2 electric convertible concept to production

Buoyed by positive feedback on the spunky O2 electric roadster concept it unveiled in March, Polestar confirmed today that this high-performance electric convertible is headed to production as the Polestar 6, slated to hit showrooms around 2026.Continu… Continue reading Polestar sends O2 electric convertible concept to production

Electric UTV camper to use topo-reading smarts to uncage 4×4 adventure

Canadian startup Potential Motors is deep in development on what it classifies a new category of vehicle. At first we thought that was the usual startup hyperbole, but the deeper we dove, the more we found ourselves nodding in agreement. Potential look… Continue reading Electric UTV camper to use topo-reading smarts to uncage 4×4 adventure

Super-agile box truck shows off REE’s uniquely modular EV chassis

On the surface, this looks like an ordinary class 3 electric delivery van – one with a crazy-low floor, extra-large cargo space and gratuitous rear-wheel steering. But its entire drivetrain, suspension and steering systems live in the wheel arches.Cont… Continue reading Super-agile box truck shows off REE’s uniquely modular EV chassis

Electric Meyers Manx serves up 300 miles of sand-spewing fun per zap

The Meyers Manx — a legend born atop another legend. Few vehicles have achieved international fame in such a short period on Earth as the Manx, which counted speed records, international racing wins and movie stardom among its achievements in less than… Continue reading Electric Meyers Manx serves up 300 miles of sand-spewing fun per zap

Influit moves to commercialize its ultra-high density liquid batteries

Illinois Tech spinoff Influit Energy says it’s coming out of stealth mode to commercialize a rechargeable electrofuel – a non-flammable, fast-refuelling liquid flow battery that already carries 23% more energy than lithium batteries, at half the cost.C… Continue reading Influit moves to commercialize its ultra-high density liquid batteries

Africa’s own electric motorcycle, the $1,500 Roam Air

The Roam Air is cheap, lightweight, practically focused, and capable of riding up to 180 km (111 miles) on a pair of removable batteries. It’s been designed, developed and built in Kenya, to suit the needs of African riders in rural and urban areas.Con… Continue reading Africa’s own electric motorcycle, the $1,500 Roam Air