Reuters/Morris Mac Matzen Germany’s Autobahns are legendary for segments with no speed limits, but you might have to wave goodbye to those unfettered driving experiences. Reuters has obtained draft proposals from a transport committee that would cap speeds at 130km/h (about 80MPH) in a bid to curb emissions and mitigate climate change. That’s still quite… Continue reading German climate proposals could put an end to no-limit Autobahns
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Ducati confirms plans for an electric motorcycle
Emanuele Cremaschi/Getty Images Ducati has hinted at a desire to make electric motorcycles before, but it’s committing in a more substantial way. Company chief Claudio Domenicali told guests at a Spanish event that the “future is electric” and the company was “not far from starting production” on its own two-wheeled TV. Regional Managing Director Eduoard… Continue reading Ducati confirms plans for an electric motorcycle
Uber is hiring robotics teams to work on bikes and scooters
Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images Uber is only gradually resuming its self-driving car program, but it’s already thinking about expanding that technology to its two-wheeled services. The Telegraph has discovered that Uber is hiring for a “micromobility robotics” team that would bring “sensing and robotics technologies” to shared bikes and scooters. While the exact plans aren’t clear,… Continue reading Uber is hiring robotics teams to work on bikes and scooters
Tesla hikes Supercharger prices worldwide to reflect changing costs
Justin Chin/Bloomberg via Getty Images Tesla’s efforts to improve its bottom line go beyond layoffs and disappearing perks. Electrek has learned that Tesla is raising Supercharger rates around the world, with per kWh rates climbing about 33 percent in numerous markets. While it’s still less expensive than gas (even the 36 cents per kWh in… Continue reading Tesla hikes Supercharger prices worldwide to reflect changing costs
Lightning’s $13,000 electric motorbike boasts a top speed of 150mph
Lightning Motorcycles Lightning Motorcycles, maker of the land speed record-breaking LS-218, has announced its first mass-market electric motorbike. Starting at $12,998, the “Lightning Strike” will be capable of a 150-mile range, 150 mph top speed (that’s faster than the $30,000 Harley Davidson LiveWire) and fast-charging in 35 minutes, boasts the company. The Strike is slated… Continue reading Lightning’s $13,000 electric motorbike boasts a top speed of 150mph
Tesla’s referral perks are going away
Tesla Tesla is ending its customer referrals scheme that gives free electric charging to its EV buyers, among other perks. In a tweet, Elon Musk announced the program will end on February 1st, stating in a subsequent reply that it’s “adding too much cost to the cars, especially Model 3.” Asked if Tesla was replacing… Continue reading Tesla’s referral perks are going away
Stop & Shop is bringing autonomous food stands to Boston
Stop & Shop Forget self-driving grocery delivery cars — Stop & Shop wants robotic vehicles to bring a chunk of the store to your door. It’s launching autonomous grocery vehicles in the greater Boston area that will let you shop for produce, meal kits and “convenience items” (think bread and eggs) just outside your home.… Continue reading Stop & Shop is bringing autonomous food stands to Boston
Tesla releases a plug-in EV charger you can take with you
Tesla Tesla has released its first non-hardwired Wall Connector with a NEMA 14-50 plug for EV charging. Boasting 40 amps (9.6kW) of power, Tesla says the home charging device can juice up Model S, Model X and Model 3 cars 25 percent faster than the company’s Gen 2 Mobile Connector, which comes as standard with… Continue reading Tesla releases a plug-in EV charger you can take with you
GM will make Cadillac its ‘lead’ electric vehicle brand
Mark Adams, Executive Director of Cadillac Global Design stands next to the Cadillac ELR after its unveiling during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2013. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio) ASSOCIATED PRESS While Chevrolet launched the Volt plug-in hybrid and pure-electric Bolt, Cadillac has taken a backseat in GM’s electric vehicle push.… Continue reading GM will make Cadillac its ‘lead’ electric vehicle brand
Lime halts service in Switzerland over possibly dangerous glitch
AP Photo/Michel Euler Don’t expect to travel around Zurich on an electric two-wheeler in the near future. Lime has halted services in Switzerland following reports of its scooters abruptly halting in mid-ride, throwing (and sometimes injuring) riders. In a message to customers, Lime said the move was temporary and that it was performing a “thorough… Continue reading Lime halts service in Switzerland over possibly dangerous glitch