Author: Michael Khan

The Jakarta Provincial Government targets that by 2030 TransJakarta will operate electric buses for its entire fleet. The news was conveyed directly by the Head of the Jakarta Transportation Service, Syafrin Liputo. “Jakarta has determined that in 2030 it will be assigned to PT Transjakarta so that it can gradually refresh all fossil vehicles into electricity,” said Syafrin Liputo, in Jakarta, Wednesday (8/6). Until now, there are only 30 units of electric buses operating in the capital city. The target for the end of 2022 is 100 units of electric buses belonging to TransJakarta. In achieving this number, the company…

The trend of electric cars is mushrooming all over the world, India is no exception. In India, there are even many start-ups that produce electric cars, one of which is PMV Electric. The company started by Kalpit Patel will launch a tiny electric car with a price of Rs 4 lakh. PMV Ease-E  have a capacity of two passengers and be sold from July 2022. The price of the Ease-E is believed to be around Rs 4 lakh. The PMV Ease-E is designed according to the new generation of global micro electric vehicles such as the Citroen AMI and MG…

Van Hool has finally officially launched its new zero-emission bus series, the Van Hool A12 which is powered by electric batteries. This electric bus was presented at the international trade show for public transport, Euro Mobility Expo 2022 in Porte de Versailles, Paris, France. The Van Hool A12 bus is the first vehicle in the new Van Hool bus line, which has 4 length variants consisting of 12m, 13m, 18m and 24m buses and is equipped with a variety of zero emission powertrains ranging from electric battery power, hydrogen fuel cells and trolley buses. . With this new series of…

Iveco will deliver five 12-meter E-Way electric buses for Seville’s sustainable Urban Transport (TUSSAM) fleet. The Italian bus company, Iveco, uses the E-Way for TUSSAM which uses a synchronous electric traction motor with a nominal power of 160 kW, NMC Lithium-Ion ZEN battery with a capacity of 460 kWh, integrated on the roof and behind the vehicle. For charging the battery, it is quite simple and safe, because through the CCS2 Combo socket which produces 100 kW of power, for a full charge in less than four hours. The ability of the Iveco E-Way bus, of course, cannot be doubted,…

Classic Legends Private Limited (CLPL), the owner of the BSA brand, is reportedly working on a new BSA branded electric motorcycle. Rajesh Jejurikar, Executive Director, Auto & Farm Sectors, Mahindra & Mahindra, verified this news. Classic Legends itself is owned by the Mahindra Group. “BSA is a very popular brand worldwide, and it will be the main focus to build a global business for Classic Legends, and there will also be an electric version of BSA,” Jejurikar said in a question. BSA has previously launched the Gold Star, the latest classic motorcycle with a 650 cc single cylinder engine. BSA’s…

The leading bus manufacturer from Belgium, Van Hool announced that it will soon introduce a new line of zero-emission buses, the Van Hool A Series (series A). The form of environmentally friendly public transportation will be exhibited at the international trade fair (European Mobility Expo) which will take place on 7-9 June 2022 in Paris, France. The Van Hool A Series buses will offer a variety of exclusive zero-emission variants that include battery-electric buses, hydrogen buses and trolley buses. See also: CATL to provide lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries for Solaris electric buses With this new series A series, the…

Generally commercial cars, made not too prioritize appearance. Even after being in the hands of the owner though. Looks as is, like out of the factory. However, home modification from Germany, Irmscher gives a graphic touch to the Fiat Scudo commercial van. Looks visible by giving bumper lips in front. This makes the look (fascia) more aggressive but not arrogant. The combination of body color and red accents makes it harmonious in color and design. Other changes, by installing side skirts that extend on the lower body, then a spoiler on the roof, and a revised rear bumper. While on…

Ford has just started delivered the F-150 Lightning to retail consumers. Many positive reviews from users are mainly related to vehicle performance. One of the things we got from the F150 Lightning Forum was information on vehicle performance on towing. Like other vehicles, the F150 Lightning also loses about 50 percent range when used to tow heavy loads. The same is true for other vehicles with internal combustion engines. But the Ford F-150 Lightning is a solid performer. Nick at the F150 Lightning Forum about his experience using the F150 Lightning to tow heavy loads. See also: Ford F-150 Lightning…

Mitch Evans became the champion of Formula E Jakarta which took place in Indonesia. Jean Eric Vergne and Antonio Felix Da Costa, two of the DS Techeetah drivers who took pole position at the start, managed to hold on to their place shortly after the start of the race. The competition at the beginning of the race was quite fierce, but soon the yellow flag was flying because Oliver Rowland’s car tire fell off. After the race returned to normal and the safety car came out, Mitch Evans managed to take over second place from Da Costa. Evans then took…

General Motors’ electric car division (GM Cruise) announced that it has obtained permission to charge consumers for the use of self-driving cars in San Francisco, United States. Self-driving cars without drivers are a common sight in San Francisco. The concept of mobility as such is considered practical and has the potential to become a new business field in big cities, namely driverless taxis. The cars were previously free to use because they were still in the trial phase. Reuters reported on Friday (3/6), after obtaining permission from local authorities, GM will launch a paid service on 30 Chevrolet Bolt electric…

US truck manufacturer Mack Trucks has inaugurated a new facility for Mack Academy in Tinley Park, Illinois to better support battery-electric vehicle (BEV) training and give dealers and customers easier access to training centers. The Mack LR Electric Truck, its first Class 8 electric truck, is now available to order and supported by dealers and training facilities at locations across the US. Mack Academy has signed a seven-year lease for the 14,865-square-foot Tinley Park facility located in a manufacturing park outside Chicago, USA. The Tinley Park location is claimed to be newer, larger and more modern than the previous facility…

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has confirmed that Tesla will not build an electric car factory in India unless the electric carmaker is allowed to import cars first. “Tesla will not place a factory in any location that doesn’t allow the sale and service of cars in advance,” Musk tweeted recently. Elon Musk’s tweet was in response to a Twitter user’s question about Tesla’s future in India. See also: Tesla hold plans to sell electric vehicles in India https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1530218725114228737 Tesla has long been interested in entering the Indian market. However, the country levies a 100 percent tax on imported cars that…