Kia unveils 2nd-gen Niro in electrified formats at New York show

Kia has pulled covers off the second-generation Niro, showcasing a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and battery electric model in New York. The new Niro is roomier, more efficient, and includes more technology than its predecessor.Continue ReadingCategory: Auto… Continue reading Kia unveils 2nd-gen Niro in electrified formats at New York show

Mercedes Vision EQXX concept EV takes 1,000-km European road trip

Mercedes officially launched the sporty long-range Vision EQXX concept at a digital event back in January, promising 1,000 km (621 miles) of per-charge range in normal driving conditions. Now the company has put that claim to the test on a cross-border… Continue reading Mercedes Vision EQXX concept EV takes 1,000-km European road trip

2,200-hp Deus Vayanne eyes most powerful electric hypercar throne

Hypercar newcomer Deus Automobiles has emerged from the shadows of Vienna, Austria, to throw its hat into the “world’s most powerful cars” ring. Its Vayanne super-coupe puts out four figures’ worth of all-electric power and torque on its way to screech… Continue reading 2,200-hp Deus Vayanne eyes most powerful electric hypercar throne

Jeep Wrangler Magneto 2.0 pounds Moab with a vicious electrical storm

Jeep has gone all in on its annual raft of Easter Jeep Safari concepts this year, dazzling the Moab 4×4 crowd with what it defines as its most impressive lineup of Safari concepts ever. Its slogan “Zero Emissions Freedom” helps shape the concept slate,… Continue reading Jeep Wrangler Magneto 2.0 pounds Moab with a vicious electrical storm

Smart kicks off all-electric brand renewal with #1 compact crossover

Following a “near production” concept reveal last year, the 50/50 Mercedes-Benz and Geely Automobile partnership that is the new Smart has now debuted the production version of its #1 compact electric crossover SUV in Berlin.Continue ReadingCategory: A… Continue reading Smart kicks off all-electric brand renewal with #1 compact crossover

E-scooter injury rates are worse than motorcycles, new study finds

Their appeal as a last-mile transport solution in urban areas has seen a huge uptake of e-scooters in cities around the world, driven by the simplicity of dock-free, smartphone-based schemes that make hopping on and off a breeze. But this convenience d… Continue reading E-scooter injury rates are worse than motorcycles, new study finds

VanMoof lowers the bar for everyday ebikers with smart, step-through A5

Looking to attract more people to the world of ebikes, Dutch outfit VanMoof has refreshed its lineup of electrified two-wheelers to include its first step-through frame. The newly-introduced A5 is designed for easy access and smooth city riding, and to… Continue reading VanMoof lowers the bar for everyday ebikers with smart, step-through A5

Segway unleashes crazy powerful GT series electric kickscooters

After announcing a new batch of high-powered electric kickscooters early last month, Segway has now launched the GT series on Indiegogo – with the GT2 SuperScooter capable of a crazy top speed of 43.5 mph.Continue ReadingCategory: Urban Transport, Tran… Continue reading Segway unleashes crazy powerful GT series electric kickscooters