Suitcase-sized ZipCharge Go takes the charger to the EV

Startup ZipCharge says that some 40 percent of car-owning households in the UK don’t have designated off-street parking, making owning an electric vehicle less attractive due to lack of home charging possibilities. That’s where the Go power bank on whe… Continue reading Suitcase-sized ZipCharge Go takes the charger to the EV

Hydrogen-powered ambulance drives into Glasgow ahead of London trial

Back in February, ULEMCo and industry partners announced plans to design an electric rapid response ambulance for the UK’s NHS Trust that would run on batteries and hydrogen fuel cells. Now, the working prototype has driven into Glasgow to give global … Continue reading Hydrogen-powered ambulance drives into Glasgow ahead of London trial

Honda rides out covered electric cargo scoot with swappable batteries

Honda Japan has announced an electric version of its popular three-wheeled Gyro business scooter. The Gyro Canopy e is a covered version of the Gyro e launched earlier this year, and benefits from the same swappable battery convenience.Continue Reading… Continue reading Honda rides out covered electric cargo scoot with swappable batteries

EdisonFuture blends old school with new in solarized electric SU-van

The convention of naming electric vehicle startups after iconic innovators of electricity past continues. EdisonFuture was founded in 2020 as a subsidiary of SPI Energy and it’s about to introduce itself to the world in a big way at this month’s LA Aut… Continue reading EdisonFuture blends old school with new in solarized electric SU-van

Review: 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is a good match for a ready market

The 2021 VW ID.4 is physically smaller than the Tiguan SUV, but has about the same interior room. It’s powered just right, with both two-wheel and all-wheel drive options, and has enough range to be realistically useful for nearly everyone. While it do… Continue reading Review: 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is a good match for a ready market

Toyota announces new bZ4X all-electric vehicle on Beyond Zero platform

Toyota has developed a new platform for battery electric vehicles, that it’s calling Beyond Zero. Vehicles using this modular BEV platform can be sized as needed to fit various needs. The first of those vehicles will be the bZ4X, a small SUV to launch … Continue reading Toyota announces new bZ4X all-electric vehicle on Beyond Zero platform

Toyota announces new bZ4X all-electric vehicle on Beyond Zero platform

Toyota has developed a new platform for battery electric vehicles, that it’s calling Beyond Zero. Vehicles using this modular BEV platform can be sized as needed to fit various needs. The first of those vehicles will be the bZ4X, a small SUV to launch … Continue reading Toyota announces new bZ4X all-electric vehicle on Beyond Zero platform

Hyundai develops plug-and-play EV smart wheel with 90-degree turning

Hyundai Mobis has taken a step toward revolutionizing the maneuverability of electric vehicles. After introducing its e-Corner Module all-in-one wheel concept at CES 2018, Hyundai Motor Group’s OEM parts arm has completed a working prototype, combining… Continue reading Hyundai develops plug-and-play EV smart wheel with 90-degree turning

More capable, better performing Onewheel electric boards roll out

The urban e-micromobility mix includes lots of different ways to get around. Some roll on two wheels, others have an extra wheel for stability, and there are microcars too. And then there are Onewheel skateboards. Maker Future Motion has now announced … Continue reading More capable, better performing Onewheel electric boards roll out

Hertz aims to have largest EV rental fleet in North America by end of 2022

For many business travelers, the first item on the agenda after clearing passport control is to secure a rental car. Hertz is looking to give such folk easier access to electric vehicle hire, confirming an initial order of 100,000 Tesla Model 3s.Contin… Continue reading Hertz aims to have largest EV rental fleet in North America by end of 2022