Category: Automotive

Electric Vehicle Approved scheme to recognise dealers

A new scheme has been launched to recognise dealerships skilled at selling and servicing electric vehicles. The Electric Vehicle Approved scheme will encourage car dealers to develop their expertise in servicing electric vehicles, as the country continues to move towards a zero-emission future backed by the government’s comprehensive £1.5 billion Road to zero strategy. The… Continue reading Electric Vehicle Approved scheme to recognise dealers

A Lincoln exec explains why the automaker wasn’t surprised by the success of its new Navigator SUV — and promises a fully electric Lincoln is in the works – Business Insider

Ford is in the middle of an $11-billion turnaround plan, led by CEO Jim Hackett, that looks to be gaining some traction after about two years. Since the beginning of the year, Ford’s stock — declining for much of Hackett’s tenure — has reversed course and is now up over 20%. Within Ford, there’s been… Continue reading A Lincoln exec explains why the automaker wasn’t surprised by the success of its new Navigator SUV — and promises a fully electric Lincoln is in the works – Business Insider

Women on wheels

The bicycle’s place on city streets has been contentious from the beginning. At once vulnerable and menacing—fragile in the face of oncoming traffic, but with the power to flatten unwary pedestrians—bikes provoke extreme reactions. In urban settings especially, they inspire cults of allegiance and waves of opposition. This intensity of feeling dates back to America’s… Continue reading Women on wheels

Tesla says solar factory will now make EV chargers and other products

FILE PHOTO: A worker is seen outside the Tesla Inc. Gigafactory 2, which is also known as RiverBend, a joint venture with Panasonic to produce solar panels and roof tiles in Buffalo, New York, U.S., August 2, 2018. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/ File Photo (Reuters) – Tesla Inc said on Wednesday its solar factory in Buffalo, New… Continue reading Tesla says solar factory will now make EV chargers and other products

Hennessey Considers Venom F5 Roadster As Coupe Production Begins

Sealy, Texas (May 15, 2019) — Hennessey Special Vehicles has begun building the first Venom F5, which has an all-new, light-weight carbon fiber tub. The first prototype is scheduled to begin testing later this year. The Venom F5 prototype progress includes: • All new carbon fiber chassis designed and engineered by Delta Motorsport based in… Continue reading Hennessey Considers Venom F5 Roadster As Coupe Production Begins

Is Leasing A Tesla Model 3 A $200,000 Mistake?

To lease or not to lease, that is the question. Many people enjoy leasing for several reasons, even though they may know that it’s not the best choice financially. But, if you can’t afford a huge monthly payment, it may be your only option. That is, unless you just choose a cheaper car, which likely… Continue reading Is Leasing A Tesla Model 3 A $200,000 Mistake?

Driving the 2020 Mercedes-Benz EQC All-Electric Luxury SUV

OSLO, Norway—We’re making our way back to the hotel after a rainy day of driving and otherwise being indoctrinated to the key elements of the all-new, all-electric 2020 Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 4Matic. As the traffic slows, we get a chance to glance at the cars passing by us on their way out of Oslo’s city… Continue reading Driving the 2020 Mercedes-Benz EQC All-Electric Luxury SUV

Boosted’s next electric ride is the Rev scooter

When Boosted launched a new series of boards in 2018, including the Stealth and Mini options, it claimed its mission was to redefine transportation — at least from the electric rideable standpoint. Now, it’s finally broken out beyond the skateboard mold and added the Boosted Rev electric scooter to its stable of products. The Rev… Continue reading Boosted’s next electric ride is the Rev scooter