Author: Andy Williams

The Nissan Leaf and the Chevrolet Bolt are both popular electric vehicles (EVs) that offer an alternative to traditional gasoline-powered cars. Both vehicles have their own unique features and capabilities, and it can be difficult to decide which one is the best fit for you. Here is a comprehensive comparison of the two models to help you make an informed decision: Range and Battery Size One of the main differences between the Leaf and the Bolt is their range. The Leaf has a range of up to 149 miles on a single charge, while the Bolt has a range of…

Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) is proud to announce the arrival of its first heavy-duty battery-electric vehicle, marking a significant step in the airport’s transition to a fully electric fleet. The Class 8 Nikola Tre battery-electric vehicle (BEV) semi-style tractor will be used to move paving equipment, transport construction materials and pull other heavy equipment at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) worksites. LAWA is the first government entity to take delivery of a Nikola Tre BEV, which is part of the airport’s ambitious plan to fully transition its vehicle fleet to all-electric. This also is the first zero-emission Class 8…

There is no doubt about the track record of tuner AC Schnitzer in turning cars into police cars. It has been recorded that the company from Aachen, Germany has modified cars into police cars 8 times. The latest is the luxury electric sedan BMW i4 M50 Gran Coupe, the G26 generation, which is the victim. The modifications made are part of the ‘Tune it! Safe!’ programs that promote safe tuning or modification. This national campaign has been running for the last 17 years in Germany, to show what is possible in tuning while still complying with traffic permit regulations. The…

Tesla announced, in a blog post, that its electric cars will support third-party charging via the car’s navigation system. This allows car owners to charge with chargers other than the company’s Supercharger. The company refers to this support as “Qualified Third-Party Chargers”. The goal is to make it easier for Tesla owners by providing them with more reliable charging options on the go. “Third-party fast chargers that meet our performance and reliability standards will be added to Tesla navigation automatically as Qualified Third-Party Chargers. The aim is to ensure a seamless charging experience for Tesla drivers. These standards will first…

Sony Honda Mobility (SHM), a joint venture between Sony and Honda, has officially confirmed that it will reveal details about its new electric vehicle (EV) at the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas on January 4. Quoted from the statement from the official website and Arena EV, Monday, Sony as the organizer also revealed that SHM would be present on stage. SHM hasn’t revealed much about its upcoming vehicle, but the little it has to say really gets fans excited. The company will begin production of its first electric vehicle in 2026, with a focus on North American…

The automotive world is turning to electric power. Conventional machines are slowly being abandoned in pursuit of efficiency and environmental friendliness. Likewise with classic vehicles, electric powertrain conversions are a solution. Everrati Automotive Limited, a technology company specializing in the installation of electric powertrains for classic cars has just completed its first Porsche Signature 911 964 for the United States market. This car comes with a wide body shape, without any striking changes in order to maintain its classic impression. With the color of the classic Porsche Mexico Blue, it makes it even more pleasing to the eye. While the…

Hyundai Motor Co. has officially launched an electric car from its luxury brand, Genesis GV60. This environmentally friendly model is shown for the South Korean domestic market. This is the company’s statement in a statement, reported by Yonhap, written Sunday (18/12/2022). The Genesis GV60 gets a 77.4 kilowatt/hour battery and can cover a distance of up to 451 km on a single charge. In addition, the Genesis GV60 also has three drive options, namely rear-wheel drive, four-wheel drive and four-wheel performance. Meanwhile, the price offered starts from 65 million won to 74 million won. This electric car from Ginseng Country…

Monarch Tractor announced a price increase is going to be taking effect to the newly released tractor starting January 14, 2023.  The MK-V will now be priced at MSRP $88,998.  All North American orders placed prior to this date will receive the MK-V at the price at reservation.  Additionally, Monarch Tractor will honor its previous pricing of the MK-V for customers who reserve units prior to January 14, 2023.  The MK-V price increase has been put into effect based on global inflationary pressure, rising commodity costs, and supply chain demands driving increased component pricing. In addition, Monarch is preparing to…

FULL SELF-DRIVING (BETA) SUSPENSION For maximum safety and accountability, use of Full Self-Driving (Beta) will be suspended if improper usage is detected. Improper usage is when you, or another driver of your vehicle, receive five ‘Forced Autopilot Disengagements’. A disengagement is when the Autopilot system disengages for the remainder of a trip after the driver receives several audio and visual warnings for inattentiveness. Driver-initiated disengagements do not count as improper usage and are expected from the driver. Keep your hands on the wheel and remain attentive at all times. Use of any hand-held devices while using Autopilot is not allowed.…

McLaren was recently reported to be preparing a premium electric scooter through its McLaren Applied subsidiary, Lavoie. There is advanced technology taken from Formula 1 cars and supercars made by McLaren which are applied to the electric scooter called Lavoie Series 1. The development of this electric scooter itself is intended to support individual mobility with a premium appearance and of course environmentally friendly. Reportedly the manufacturer hooked up Callum’s design house, owned by former Jaguar designer, Ian Callum, and will be priced at £ 1500-£ 2000. The development of this e-scooter was actually started by McLaren Applied starting from…

Euro NCAP gives a 5-star rating for Hyundai’s newest EV, namely the Ioniq 6. Various tests to find out the safety features in this car work well. From the crash test, it appears that all the airbags open properly. At the front, sides and center, the seat design is also considered safe and prevents serious neck injuries. The NCAP gives 97% for adult protection, and 87% for children’s protection. While the braking assistance feature works quite well, the Ioniq 6 is able to detect pedestrians, cyclists, and even cars in front of it. Then lane keeping assist and road limits…

The KIA EV6 GT is the top variant of the EV6, and carries today’s technology. The design of the EV6 GT represents something of a departure in the all-electric crossover class, with a distinctive and impactful exterior complete with subtle high-tech features. Influencing all aspects of the EV6 GT’s styling is Kia’s ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy, which draws inspiration from the contrasts found in nature and humanity. The design principle of the ‘Power to Progress’ philosophy closely matches the sporty character of the GT by expressing the power and dynamic speed of the crossover alongside elements of contrast, resulting in…