New battery gives Sono Motors’ PV-paneled car a range boost

German startup Sono Motors has introduced new battery technology for its forthcoming Sion electric vehicle that promises to not only power the vehicle across longer trips but allow higher charging rates in between. The battery design also does away wit… Continue reading New battery gives Sono Motors’ PV-paneled car a range boost

Venturi’s cutting-edge electric polar explorer readies for Antarctica

With a princely heritage and sub-zero ambitions, the all-electric Venturi Antarctica has been slowly evolving for more than a decade, preparing to tackle the extreme weather and terrain of the Antarctic continent. The snow-and-ice-hungry all-terrain mi… Continue reading Venturi’s cutting-edge electric polar explorer readies for Antarctica

Extraordinary eBussy modular electric van debuts in July, on way to US

When we first covered the instantly lovable eBussy electric mini-mover, we didn’t actually believe we’d be writing about a working prototype a year later. In fact, we weren’t sure we’d be writing about the vehicle ever again. But here we are; parent co… Continue reading Extraordinary eBussy modular electric van debuts in July, on way to US

Gaussin’s skateboard for hydrogen trucks promises 500-mile range

Through trials and teasers from big names like Hyundai and Toyota, we are seeing how hydrogen could play a big role in moving towards sustainable trucking, and French outfit Gaussin has introduced a versatile skateboard platform it plans on riding into… Continue reading Gaussin’s skateboard for hydrogen trucks promises 500-mile range

Mini-moto and e-scooter hybrid kicks up some dirt

Following Indiegogo launches for a full-suspension electric kickscooter and an all-terrain ebike, California-based electric mobility company Splach is returning to the crowdfunding platform next month with a kind of e-scooter/trail-ready moto mashup ca… Continue reading Mini-moto and e-scooter hybrid kicks up some dirt

Super73’s retro ebike gets smart and packs a swappable battery

Californian outfit Super73 has been carving out its own little corner of the ebike market with a head-turning line of vintage two-wheelers built for on-road fun and off-road adventure. The company has now expanded this lineup with a fresh take on its e… Continue reading Super73’s retro ebike gets smart and packs a swappable battery

GM batteries and hydrogen fuel cells to be adapted for low-carbon trains

As it eyes the future of sustainable transport through the development of advanced batteries and hydrogen fuel cell technologies, General Motors is now expanding these ambitions to include the world of freight. The automaker has entered a new agreement… Continue reading GM batteries and hydrogen fuel cells to be adapted for low-carbon trains

GM batteries and hydrogen fuel cells to be adapted for low-carbon trains

As it eyes the future of sustainable transport through the development of advanced batteries and hydrogen fuel cell technologies, General Motors is now expanding these ambitions to include the world of freight. The automaker has entered a new agreement… Continue reading GM batteries and hydrogen fuel cells to be adapted for low-carbon trains

Microlino electric microcar moves into pre-series development phase

In development for over five years, and originally due for production in 2019 before a complete redesign put the brakes on that timeline, the third prototype of the Microlino electric bubblecar from Micro Mobility Systems AG has now been completed.Cont… Continue reading Microlino electric microcar moves into pre-series development phase

London startup adds classic Mini to range of electric conversions

Startup London Electric Cars is making use of old Nissan Leaf powertrains to give a new lease of life to a British icon, offering to bring classic Minis into our upcoming all-electric transport future.Continue ReadingCategory: Automotive, TransportTags… Continue reading London startup adds classic Mini to range of electric conversions