Author: David Smith

Skanska is making construction history by testing the world’s first plug-in electric drilling rig on Europe’s largest infrastructure project. The construction giant’s piling and ground engineering arm, Cementation Skanska, is trialling the Bauer eBG 33 on the UK’s new high-speed rail line, HS2. This is the first time the rig is using its own on-site electric substation and marks a significant milestone in the industry’s journey towards zero-emission construction sites. The Bauer eBG 33, which has a drive power of 405 kW, was previously piloted on HS2 in Birmingham using fuel generators to test its power cord on a live…

Polestar, the high-performance electric vehicle manufacturer, revealed their newest creation at the Shanghai Auto Show, the Polestar 4. The Swedish automaker is calling it an “SUV Coupé,” and it sits between its predecessors, the Polestar 2 and 3, in terms of size. The Polestar 4 is the fastest car the company has ever produced, with dual-motor configuration delivering 400kW (544hp) of motor power and 0-60 in just 3.8 seconds. In the single-motor configuration, the car can provide up to 300 miles of range from the 102kWh battery, while the dual motor version has a range of 270 miles, with the…

Smart, the all-electric pioneer, has introduced its first-ever sports utility coupe, the Smart #3, at the Auto Shanghai show. The model’s European premiere will take place at the Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung in Munich this coming September, with sales starting in early 2024. While Smart has not released any powertrain details or information about the battery pack of the #3, the company is committed to providing a top-quality experience for its users. “We are proud to finally present our first-ever sports utility coupe, the all-new smart #3 to the world. As an all-electric pioneer, Smart is committed to uncompromising quality of experience…

Porsche is no stranger to pushing the limits of what a luxury vehicle can do, and it seems that their next foray into the world of electric vehicles (EVs) will be no different. The K1, a three-row all-electric SUV, is currently in development, and Auto Motor und Sport has recently shared some insider information about the highly anticipated vehicle. Firstly, it’s worth noting that the K1 is set to be the biggest vehicle in Porsche’s range, even larger than the upcoming Macan electric SUV and the next-generation Cayenne. It will be built on the Volkswagen Group’s upcoming SSP architecture, but…

As governments worldwide continue their efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, Toyota and ExxonMobil have joined forces to develop a new fuel blend that could significantly cut emissions from combustion engines. The blend, which is still in the testing phase, has the potential to reduce lifetime emissions by up to 75%, according to the two companies. Toyota, which has been skeptical of an all-electric approach, is now testing Exxon’s synthetic fuel blends that use existing feedstock and ethanol. The company claims that the fuel could be used in existing and older vehicles powered by internal combustion engines. Toyota also argues…

B-ON has recently announced its partnership with EO Charging, one of the UK’s electric vehicle charger manufacturers. This partnership will allow B-ON customers to access EO’s commercial charging infrastructure and services in Europe, enhancing the EV charging capabilities for B-ON’s clients running its proven, all-electric light commercial vehicles (eLCVs). As part of the agreement, EO’s charging hardware, installation, and support services will be available alongside electric vans directly through B-ON. This integration allows EO to integrate with B-ON’s existing EV fleet, energy, and charge management software, providing real-time data to customers on both their vehicles and their energy access through…

Faraday Future has announced the completion of its first production build vehicle, the FF91 Futurist, which has rolled off the production line at its FF ieFactory in Hanford, California. The company recently announced the official start of production for the all-new Ultimate Intelligent TechLuxury FF91 Futurist Alliance. This marks a historical milestone for Faraday Future, as it transitions from testing and tooling to realizing the dream of producing the first true all-in-one vehicle that breaks new boundaries in the ultra-luxury car market. The completion of the first vehicle marks a key manufacturing highlight for Faraday Future, verifying the company’s production…

Solaris, a leading European manufacturer of electric buses, has been added to the procurement list of the French Union of Public Purchasing Groups (UGAP). The announcement comes after UGAP added Solaris’ two Polish electric bus models, the Trollino 18 and the Urbino 18 electric, to its list of available vehicles. As a result, Solaris is now a potential supplier of electric buses and trolleybuses for public transport projects in France, without the need for an additional tendering procedure. See also: Solaris launches new hydrogen articulated bus with a length of 18 meters, capable of carrying 140 passengers According to Solaris,…

The sales of electric city buses in the European Union (EU) are set to surpass those of diesel-fueled ones this year, according to a study by Dutch banking and financial services company Rabobank. The report, entitled “City Buses in the EU: Electricity Is Overtaking Diesel” and authored by Pablo Ruiz, Gijs Hoogeveen, and Erwin de Kok, estimates that 214,000 of the EU’s 750,000-vehicle fleet were city buses in 2022, close to 30% of the total. Poland, Italy, France, Germany, Spain, and Romania are home to over 80% of the fleet. The study underscores the importance of public transport in the…

Tesla has recently filed a patent for its next-generation active suspension system that represents a major step forward in its suspension technology. The new system will be far more sophisticated than the company’s current air suspension design. The luxury car market has seen many automakers enhance their adaptive suspension systems with active wheel position control. Unlike traditional suspension systems that merely raise or lower the suspension or change the spring and damper rates based on preset values, the new-generation active suspension systems continuously adjust the wheels to their most advantageous positions to compensate for road surface irregularities. Tesla’s new patent…

Chevrolet has made a significant announcement that will thrill EV enthusiasts and speed aficionados alike. The all-new fully electric 2024 Chevy Blazer EV SS is set to hit the market this fall, and it is poised to be a game-changer. The Blazer EV SS is expected to be the first high-performance electric vehicle from Chevy, with an estimated horsepower of 557, making it a real speed demon. According to Scott Bell, the Vice President of Chevrolet, the Blazer SS has “the soul of a true sports car.” The Blazer EV SS will be based on GM’s Ultium Platform and will…

Aurora Innovation has announced that its self-driving technology, the Aurora Driver, is now “Feature Complete” and is one step closer to commercial deployments of autonomous trucks in 2024. The company plans to launch a driverless freight service known as Aurora Horizon between Dallas and Houston next year. Co-founder and CEO, Chris Urmson, explained that the Aurora Driver has been taught what it needs to safely transport freight without a driver. The sensor suite includes radar, standard lidar, and Aurora’s “FirstLight Lidar,” which can see more than twice the distance of conventional Lidar, allowing for higher speeds. The sensors are paired…