Author: David Smith

The SUPER73 C1X has emerged as a highly-anticipated, electrifying motorcycle design from SUPER73, an electric bike company based in Los Angeles. Enthusiastic riders won’t have to twiddle their thumbs for too long, as the Orange County Business Journal recently reported that the launch of SUPER73 C1X is expected this spring. This would signify a significant reduction in the initial schedule, with the company anticipating the commencement of bike production in “late 2023” just a year ago. It appears that SUPER73 has poured all its resources into the new electric motorcycle’s development, with a team of four engineers consisting of two…

The forthcoming electric Mini is set to bring a host of improvements to the popular compact car. Scheduled for release in 2024, the next-generation model will boast a refreshed design, more power, and significantly larger battery options than its predecessor. Two battery choices will be available, with capacities of 40kWh and 54kWh. This represents a significant increase from the 32.6kWh battery used in the previous Mini model. While official range estimates are yet to be released for the EPA cycle, it’s anticipated that the new battery options will offer around 300km and 400km of range on WLTP test cycles, respectively.…

Mack Trucks, a renowned trucking industry player and a part of the Volvo Group, has unveiled its maiden electric vehicle (EV) in the medium-duty segment, the MD Electric. This is Mack Trucks’ second EV launch, following the Mack LR Electric garbage truck in December 2021. The MD Electric truck will be available in two models, Class 6 and Class 7, with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 25,995 pounds and 33,000 pounds, respectively. Additionally, both models will be exempt from the 12% Federal Excise Tax. Mack Trucks has partnered with SEA Electric, a global electric commercial vehicle maker, for…

As electric vehicles gain popularity, automakers have focused on increasing battery capacity to ease concerns about running out of power on the road. However, a new study from the University of Delaware suggests that in many cases, choosing a smaller EV with less range may be a better option. Led by Willett Kempton, the study analyzed the driving habits of 333 individuals with internal combustion vehicles in Atlanta, Georgia, since 2004. The researchers compared their annual mileage needs to hypothetical EVs with varying ranges and found that 37.9 percent of drivers could have driven an EV with a range of…

GreenPower has launched the fourth round of its pilot project in West Virginia to demonstrate the capabilities of all-electric school buses. The pilot project will be implemented in Mineral, Lewis, Harrison, and Upshur County school districts. As part of the project, GreenPower will deploy three all-electric Type D BEAST school buses in Mineral, Lewis, and Harrison school districts. Upshur County, on the other hand, will deploy the award-winning Type A Nano BEAST, which has demonstrated its capabilities in colder weather conditions and mountainous terrain. The pilot project will evaluate the performance of the buses on rural roads, in mountainous conditions,…

Electric car registrations in Norway have rebounded to their usual levels after a weak start in January. According to recent statistics from the Norwegian Road Information Authority OFV, 6,183 new electric cars were registered in the country in February, representing an increase of 399% from the previous month. In addition, 521 new plug-in hybrids were registered, and the overall market share of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles was 90.1%. The best-selling model by far was the Tesla Model Y, which accounted for 17% of all newly registered vehicles and 20.5% of all e-registrations. The Toyota bZ4X came in second place…

Rivian has confirmed that it will not join Tesla in its recent price-cutting frenzy. Despite Tesla’s moves to reduce prices across its range, Scaringe stated that Rivian will not follow suit. He attributed the decision to the company’s robust order backlog, with demand expected to remain high through 2024. Scaringe spoke about the company’s pricing strategy during the recent Rivian fourth-quarter earnings call, stating that the vehicles they offer provide significant value for their current price levels. “We feel confident in the value proposition of what we’re delivering at our pricing levels today,” Scaringe said. See also: Rivian Expands into…

Toyota will start sales in Japan of all-new Prius Plug-in Hybrid models, available as the Z grade, in Japan. The car will hit the market on March 15, with a starting price of 4,600,000 JPY (about 31,830 euros). Developed under the “Hybrid Reborn” concept, the new Prius has evolved into a thrilling package that adds design, captivating driving performance, and eco-friendliness to its core features. The model’s HEV counterparts, which launched in January, have already gained an excellent reputation. The new Prius PHEV comes equipped with the latest plug-in hybrid system, a high-performance version that combines a compact, high-capacity drive battery,…

Tesla is poised to receive a massive tax break of up to $360 million for its expansion of Giga Nevada, the company’s lithium-ion battery factory. The incentives include exemptions from paying payroll and property taxes for the next ten years, as well as reduced sales taxes for the next 20 years. The company will also receive $81.4 million in tax reimbursements over the next two decades, as part of a potential agreement with Storey County, where the facility is located. The tax abatement is intended to create 3,000 new jobs and keep Tesla in the area. However, the plan still…

Hakan and Berrin Can, residents of Warendorf, Germany, were thrilled to take delivery of their brand new Ford Mustang Mach-E, but what made it extra special was the fact that theirs was the 50,000th Mustang Mach-E ever delivered. The couple received their shiny new car at the Ford-Autohaus Ebbert GmbH dealership in Gütersloh, located in the north-west region of Germany. According to Hakan, they opted for the Mustang Mach-E because of their recent family expansion, “My wife and I chose the Mustang Mach-E because we have needed a family-friendly car since the birth of our son Nesim,” he said. “We…

The Afeela EV was showcased at the CES 2023 earlier this year and was recently featured in the animated music video of one of South Korea’s most popular virtual pop stars, Apoki. Apoki is a rabbit-like being living somewhere in space and was created by AFUN Interactive, a Korean tech startup. When the company saw the Afeela’s first concept at CES, they were inspired by the car’s “message of pursuing mobility innovation.” The Afeela electric vehicle was revealed as a concept sedan at CES in January and is said to be a preview of the real car that will be…

Yutong, the Chinese bus maker, has taken the lead in the European electric bus market, beating out established local manufacturers such as Mercedes and Volvo. According to the consultancy firm Chatrou CME Solutions, Yutong sold 479 electric buses in Europe in 2022, representing an increase of 58 percent from the previous year and capturing an 11.5 percent share of the market. BYD-ADL, a joint venture between Chinese firm BYD and British firm Alexander Dennis, came in second with 465 registrations, while Mercedes trailed with 405. BYD itself registered 322 electric buses, putting it in sixth place, while Golden Dragon, another…