Byton’s electric concept car wowed at CES, and for good reason. The SUV has a lot of strong features, including a max range of 323 miles for the upgraded version, and a starting price of just $45,000. But the real jaw-dropping feature is a 49-inch display that covers the entire dash, providing a multifunctional information… Continue reading Here’s what it’s like to ride in Byton’s new Concept SUV
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Ford GoBike Bike Share System Passes Growth Milestones
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 11, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — The Ford GoBike program surpassed a key milestone in late December, with more than 500,000 rides taken since launch in June 2017. In another milestone, the number of Bay Area residents who have signed up for discounted memberships has nearly tripled since September 2017, thanks to vigorous efforts to… Continue reading Ford GoBike Bike Share System Passes Growth Milestones
CES 2018: Panasonic’s concept car has pick-your-own views
A concept car with windows that let you swap the view outside for your preferred option is on show at the CES trade fair in Las Vegas. The Living Space Autonomous Cabin is intended to show off the Japanese company’s vision of what vehicle interiors could be like when automobiles drive themselves. The BBC’s Chris… Continue reading CES 2018: Panasonic’s concept car has pick-your-own views
FCA Announces Plan to Invest More Than $1 Billion in Michigan Plant, Add 2,500 New Jobs
January 11, 2018 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – FCA announced today two actions made possible in part by the passage of U.S. tax reform legislation late last year — an additional investment in its U.S. manufacturing operations and a special payment to recognize employees for their continued efforts toward the success of the Company. First, the Company confirmed that… Continue reading FCA Announces Plan to Invest More Than $1 Billion in Michigan Plant, Add 2,500 New Jobs
California Approves $41 Million for Electric Vehicle Charging
California regulators approved proposals by utilities to spend $41 million on electric vehicle charging projects to help the state reduce greenhouse gases. PG&E Corp., Edison International and Sempra Energy can move forward with pilot initiatives designed to speed the electrification of school buses, ports and delivery trucks, the California Public Utilities Commission said Thursday. Other… Continue reading California Approves $41 Million for Electric Vehicle Charging
Australia’s first hypercar? The Quantum GP700 was built in a shed
Great Britain is pretty marvellous at building tiny, lightweight pocket rockets on a slim budget and in difficult circumstances – just think of the Ariel Atom, the Noble M600, or Morgan. Now, Australia’s getting in on the action with this – the Quantum GP700. The brainchild of Melbourne-based Jeff David, the Quantum has some serious… Continue reading Australia’s first hypercar? The Quantum GP700 was built in a shed
Nissan creates new value with mobility services
Nissan recently launched a car-sharing service in Japan and will carry out public field tests of a robo-vehicle mobility service. Nissan’s mobility services will build new connections between vehicles, people and society. YOKOHAMA, Japan – Nissan recently unveiled Easy Ride, a new robo-vehicle mobility service, as well as e-share mobi, a car-sharing service, in Japan.… Continue reading Nissan creates new value with mobility services
Electric Supercar Platform in Development at Porsche
Last year, Lamborghini showed off the Terzo Millennio concept, its vision of what an electric supercar could be. Until battery technology takes another huge leap forward, the Terzo Millennio will stay a concept, but that hasn’t stopped Volkswagen Group from beginning work on a platform. And it looks like Porsche has been chosen to lead the… Continue reading Electric Supercar Platform in Development at Porsche
UPDATE 2-Ford urges 2,900 pickup owners to stop driving after new Takata death
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Ford Motor Co said on Thursday it had confirmed a second death in an older pickup truck caused by a defective airbag inflator of Takata Corp and urged 2,900 owners in North America to stop driving immediately until they can get replacement parts. The second largest U.S. automaker said it confirmed in… Continue reading UPDATE 2-Ford urges 2,900 pickup owners to stop driving after new Takata death
Battery That Charges in One Minute Could Beat Tesla in the Race for Tomorrow’s Clean Car
In Brief A former chief designer for Aston Martin is working on a new solid-state battery design that could be vastly superior to the currently available lithium-ion batteries used in electric cars. Fast Charging Henrik Fisker, a former chief designer for Aston Martin, claims that he will soon revolutionize the world of electric cars with… Continue reading Battery That Charges in One Minute Could Beat Tesla in the Race for Tomorrow’s Clean Car