Author: Andy Williams
Andy Williams writes about electric mobility and clean transport trends for EVMagz.com, with a focus on how technology, policy, and everyday users intersect in the global EV transition. With a background in digital media, he blends industry insight with accessible storytelling to make complex topics easier to understand. Outside the newsroom, Andy spends his time cycling through city routes, experimenting with smart home tech, and capturing urban life through street photography.
British construction equipment and services provider Speedy, added 150 new electric vans. Speedy ordered 100 Ford E-Transit models (4.25 t class) and 50 E-Transit vans (3.5 t class) to replace the ICE models. Speedy is one of the UK’s leading providers of tools, equipment and plant rental services to customers in the construction, infrastructure and industrial markets, as well as local trade and consumers. The Ford E-Transit van has a 135 kW motor power, ford only offers the E-Transit with one 68 kWh net battery variant. Speedy began operating these Ford E-Transit vehicles in October, and the company also built…
Polestar officially displays the Polestar 5 prototype electric car technology at the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2022 (23-26/6). In its dynamic debut, Polestar spread the charm of the Polestar 5 prototype by taking it on a Goodwood Hillclimb. “The Polestar 5 is shaping up to be an astonishing four-door GT car just like a Polestar car,” said Pete Allen, Head of Polestar UK R&D. “The platform combines the essence of a low-volume performance car with modern chassis technology that is light in weight and rigid,” Allen added. Interestingly, at the same time with the debut at Goodwood, Polestar also revealed…
BMW CEO Oliver Zipse recently said that BMW Motorrad will launch a new electric two-wheeler every 18 to 24 months, with the next model slated to come in 2023. Previously, BMW has launched the CE 04 electric scooter which can be said is an urban mobility vehicle. For this latest electric motorcycle, BMW plans to release a high-performance electric motor. BMW Motorrad is also rumored to have registered several trademarks, from DC 01 to DC 09 for its upcoming lineup of electric motors. See also: TVS and BMW Motorrad to jointly produce electric motorcycle Coincidentally, the latest patent application by…
Nissan in April introduced a new facelift for 2023 and now the company has announced the model will start at $27,800. Just like most other electric vehicle manufacturers that are raising prices, the 2023 Leaf is $400 more expensive than its predecessor. A fresh look that is immediately visible is the shape of the front grille, curved bumpers and headlights that are sweetened with black sweeps on the inside. The Nissan badge also has a shimmer as a new design identity. 2023 Leaf comes in two trims namely Leaf S and Leaf SV Plus. Leaf S uses a lithium-ion battery…
An electric motorcycle manufacturer from the United States, Zero recently launched an adventure-style electric motorcycle product, the Zero DSR/X. This electric motor manufacturer already has several types and appearance options. Options include the trail-style Zero FX, the Supermoto-style S and DS, the naked R, and the fairing-style SR/S. To complete the line-up, now comes the Adventure-style Zero DSR/X. In appearance, this motorbike is built from the Zero DSR base which is equipped with supporting devices. At the front, there is a fairly high visor, headlamp guard, hand guard, engine guard, and fog lamp. In addition, to support long trips, a…
Giga Berlin has achieved an astonishing feat after being able to build 1,000 Model Ys per week since it first opened on 22 March 2022 In Tesla’s official Twitter account, the crew at the Giga Berlin joins the production of the 1,000th Model Y this week. https://twitter.com/Tesla/status/1537995967709884416 Elon Musk recently sent an email to Tesla employees, congratulating them on their hard work this year. According to Elon Musk, Giga Berlin produced nearly 1,000 cars last week, which is a significant milestone as Tesla tries to ramp up production in Europe. This impressive achievement shows how quickly and smoothly the Giga…
UPS has shared the first images of an electric, pedal-powered delivery vehicle being piloted in New York. The delivery vehicles called eQuads have previously been launched in London and other cities and will be used elsewhere in the future. “New York is a complicated city when we look at the density, So if we can have success here in the city, then we can see how we implement in other cities throughout the U.S.” Nicole Pilet, the industrial engineering director for UPS. https://twitter.com/UPSPolicy/status/1536676114613125125 eQuads is only 33 inches (84 cm) wide, which makes it possible to use bicycle lanes in…
After Hyundai’s success with the Ioniq 5, now the manufacturer from the country of ginseng has turned its attention to the upcoming Ioniq 6. Hyundai has unveiled a new teaser teaser of the Ioniq 6 with a sleek, electric-powered model, with a simple yet sensual design that will be a new era model in the style of Hyundai Ioniq. However, Hyundai did not divulge many things because in the teaser video that was shared the car was only seen with an aerodynamic shape. Hyundai calls it the “Electrified Stremliner”. See also: Hyundai Ioniq 6 will be revealed in the next…
Nissan Leaf is known as an electric car that is usually used in urban areas. However, this car can also be used for racing. This is proven by the Samurai Speed racing team. The electric car was modified in such a way to take part in the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb racing event. Quoted from Motor1.com, Sunday (19/6/2022), the Nissan Leaf e+ is equipped with a variety of aerodynamic devices. Start with a large front spoiler, skirts, large wings, and diffuser. In addition to being converted into two doors, the electric car is also reduced in weight by removing…
Scott Keogh, chief executive of Volkswagen Group of America said that the United States faces a huge challenge in supplying electric vehicle batteries that are critical to electrification targets. Challenges include providing a skilled workforce, mining essential minerals for EV batteries and supply chain issues. Keogh said the move to electric vehicles was “America’s single largest industrial transformation.” Many car manufacturers have announced their electrification strategies. They and battery manufacturers have committed tens of billions of dollars to building production facilities across North America. See also: UK electric vehicle industry at risk of collapse due to battery supply This transformation…
Toyota Gazoo Racing is working on bringing the Toyota bZ4X into the first electric car to have a GR variant. Previously, the Toyota bZ4X GR Sport concept was introduced at the 2022 Tokyo Auto Salon. The Japanese car manufacturer plans to mass-produce it. Although not releasing detailed specifications, the Toyota bZ4X GR Sport concept appears with large diameter wheels, a lower suspension, and a GR badge. To make it a mass-produced unit, Toyota had to ensure the upgraded bZ4X was able to deliver similar driving dynamics to other GR-branded vehicles. See also: What we know so far about Toyota GR…
Comparing the efficiency between the Rivian R1T and the Ford F-150 Lightning may not be the right fit. This is because the Rivian R1T and Ford F-150 Lightning are not direct competitors due to differences in size and price. But both vehicles are electric pickup trucks that are now available in the market. Comparing with the Hummer EV is certainly not a wise thing because the price difference is very far. Out of Spec Reviews just tested how efficient it is between the Rivian R1T and the Ford F-150 Lightning. As stated earlier, the two vehicles are not direct competitors.…