Author: Harding Greenwood

The US Department of Energy (DOE) has proposed a reduction in mileage ratings for electric vehicles (EVs) to meet the government’s fuel economy requirements. The move could force automakers to sell more low-emissions cars or improve conventional models. The proposed regulation would significantly revise how the petroleum-equivalent fuel economy rating for electric and plug-in electric hybrids is calculated for use in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) program. The current system has not been updated for more than two decades. The DOE argues that encouraging the adoption of EVs can reduce petroleum consumption, but giving…

Domino’s Pizza has just made life a whole lot easier for pizza lovers who own an Apple CarPlay-enabled car. With the company’s app now available on the CarPlay system, you can order your favorite pizza without ever leaving the comfort of your car. For years, long lines at the drive-thru have been a problem for Domino’s customers. Recognizing the issue, the company has introduced the CarPlay integration to streamline the ordering process. Now, you can choose between “tap to order” or “call to order” options, with just two simple buttons. The “call to order” button is self-explanatory. The “tap to…

Tesla is set to release a new and improved version of its controversial Yoke steering wheel in July 2023, according to a Service Advisor who spoke to Reddit user u/Global_Chaos. The new Yoke will feature “improved materials” and will be available for servicing from July 2023. “We do not recommend replacing the Yoke until improved parts are available,” the Tesla Service Advisor advised. This news comes just weeks after Tesla began offering a retrofit round steering wheel kit for the Yoke for $700 on its website. The Yoke, which was first implemented on Model S and Model X refreshes in…

The global automotive industry has undergone a significant transformation in recent years as the push for sustainable, zero-emission vehicles gains momentum. As automakers worldwide invest in electrification, Toyota, one of the world’s largest automakers, has been criticized for its slow response to the changing landscape. However, with the appointment of Koji Sato as CEO in January, there is renewed hope that Toyota will take a new direction and move towards a sustainable future. Sato has a challenging task ahead of him, as he must steer Toyota out of its comfort zone and into the modern era of electric vehicles. While…

Hozon Auto’s electric vehicle brand, Neta Auto, has revealed its latest addition to its lineup, the Neta GT. The all-electric sports car was officially unveiled at a launch event on April 4th, with deliveries expected to begin in the first half of this year. The Neta GT is a two-door, four-seat sports car, and the second model based on the Shanhai platform after the Neta S flagship sedan. The EV maker previously referred to the sports car as the Neta E, but a month ago, it made the model’s name official as the Neta GT. The Neta GT measures 4,715…

Kia EV6 GT has been named the 2023 World Performance Car by the World Car Awards jury of 100 distinguished international automotive journalists representing 32 countries. The announcement was made at an awards ceremony during the New York International Auto Show. The recognition of the EV6 GT’s exceptional performance serves as further validation of Kia’s commitment to producing innovative mobility solutions that benefit society, in line with its ‘Movement That Inspires’ mindset. The President and CEO of Kia Corporation, Ho Sung Song, expressed his honor in winning the award and affirmed that it provides further confirmation of the success of…

Electric bikes have come a long way in recent years, and the latest models from FUELL, a company founded by world-renowned motorcycle designer Erik Buell, are certainly raising the bar in the industry. The new e-bikes, known as the Flluid-2 and Flluid-3, not only boast the longest range options on the market, but they are also offering a unique riding experience that sets them apart from the crowded e-bike industry. As CTO Erik Buell explained, these bikes are designed to be true car replacements for many riders: “We used the knowledge gained from our initial foray into the electric bike…

Mercedes-Benz is a brand known for its luxurious cars, but the upcoming EQG is breaking new ground for the German automaker. The all-electric EQG is shaping up to be Mercedes’ most capable off-roader yet, and popular YouTuber JerryRigEverything recently had the chance to see it in action. As the EQG is still in the testing and development stage, JerryRigEverything had to travel to Graz, Austria, to check out one of the prototypes. But it was worth it, as he was able to witness some of the incredible off-roading capabilities of the EQG, thanks to its four electric motors, one at…

Tesla’s Gigafactory Texas, located in Austin, has reached a new production milestone of 4,000 cars in a week, but it is still trailing behind its European counterpart, Gigafactory Berlin, in their friendly competition. Tesla has been working simultaneously on ramping up production in both factories to achieve volume production at the same time. Typically, Tesla sets a goal of producing 5,000 units per week when ramping up a new vehicle at a new factory. In March, Gigafactory Berlin achieved this goal by producing 5,000 Model Y vehicles in a week, while Gigafactory Texas was known to be producing 3,000 Model…

Chinese EV charging service provider NaaS Technology has unveiled an innovative and autonomous EV charging robot that can find, charge, and take payments from electric vehicles. The robot, which is waterproof and shockproof, comes in an orange-and-white design and is equipped with deep learning, 5G, V2X, simultaneous localization and mapping, and other advanced technologies. Using the robot is easy. EV owners can order the charging robot with a simple click, and the robot will immediately start searching for the EV. Upon finding the vehicle, the robot will park itself precisely and use a mechanical arm to automatically dock into the…

As the world shifts towards a greener and more sustainable future, electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining in popularity. However, this shift is presenting a significant challenge for many states that rely heavily on gasoline excise taxes to fund road maintenance and repairs. Texas is one such state, and lawmakers are struggling to figure out how to recoup the tax dollars they will inevitably lose from EV drivers who do not purchase gasoline. Currently, Texas funds a significant amount of its roadworks with money raised through a gasoline excise tax. However, as more and more vehicles become electric, this revenue stream…

Portugal’s largest utility, EDP, has expressed confidence that the European Commission’s decision to allow the sale of cars running on e-fuels after 2035 will not deter its plans to roll out electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. Speaking on the sidelines of the Aurora conference in Oxford, southern England, EDP CEO Miguel Stillwell D’Andrade said, “It was a compromise, but there is certainly still a lot of space for electric vehicles. Primarily there is still a large deficit in terms of infrastructure and that will need to be built out over the next few years.” The policy to end sales of…