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$7,000 Single-Seat Electric Car Revolutionizes Japan's EV Market
30 May 2025 | Synopsis
"KG Motors, a Japanese startup, has developed a small, affordable, one-seater electric car called the mibot. The vehicle aims to tackle Japan's narrow streets and aging population issues. With a range of 100 kilometers, a charging time of five hours, and a top speed of 60 kilometers per hour, the mibot is priced at $7,000."...mibot could kickstart Japan's electric vehicle market, which has lagged behind other countries in terms of EV adoption."
I Drive a Lucid Air GT and Rivian R1S.. But Only One of Them Makes Sense for My 780-Mile Phoenix-to-Sausalito Trips
30 May 2025 | Synopsis
" I loosely follow the speed limit, between 70-80mph on I-10 and I-5...The Lucid can make it with 2 charging stops. But you need to plan carefully. I arrived in Sausalito (from Phoenix) with 2 charging stops.."Phoenix to Sausalito trip in the R1S requires 3 (or even 4) charging stops...the Lucid is faster, saves a charge stop, and eats highway miles with grace..
"And Tesla? It's still the standard, mostly because everything around it, charging, software, the overall experience, just works."
DeLorean Wants You To Reserve Its Totally Real New Car With The Most Realest Form Of Currency: Tradable Crypto NFTs
28 May 2025 | Synopsis
"Texas-based DeLorean has opened reservations for 4,000 Alpha5s...pricing them at $2,500 apiece - and requiring that prospective customers obtain a digital reservation token. The "Build Slot" NFTs are random, so buying one doesn't get you a priority...when DeLorean finally starts to sell the Alpha5, reportedly for around $125,000...DeLorean could, in an ideal world, sell 4,000 reservations and take in $10 million..."CATL's First 100-Second Swappable EV Batteries Debut, Proving How Far Ahead China Is
28 May 2025 | Synopsis
"CATL's new 'Choco-SEB' battery pack can be swapped in 100 seconds, making it just as quick as filling up at a gas station. The new EV features ultra-fast charging and starts at under $24,000 as China widens its lead on the global auto industry."Changan Automobile announced that it had delivered 1,000 Oshan 520 models, the first electric vehicle (EV) based on CATL's Choco-SEB swappable batteries...aims to have 1,000 battery swap stations in 31 cities across China by the end of 2025."
Another Way Electric Cars Air Keep the Air Clean: Study Finds Harmful Brake Dust Reduced by 83%
28 May 2025 | Synopsis
EIT Urban Mobility study looked primarily at London, Milan and Barcelona...The primary reason for this is the use of regenerative braking, meaning that electric vehicles can slow down without rubbing friction brakes."...side-by-side at the best purpose-built EVs and their gas-powered counterparts, such as the Tesla Model 3 and the BMW 3 series, there is little difference in weight... across the model line...a difference of about 5%, not 20%."
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Creative Destruction vs. Fossil Retrenchment: Why Project 2025 Risks Leaving America Behind
16 Oct 2025 | 
Project 2025 protects fossil fuel incumbents by dismantling Biden-era clean energy policies. Nobel economist Philippe Aghion argues that climate progress depends on creative destruction - letting green innovators outcompete legacy polluters. The U.S. risks falling behind as global markets embrace clean tech. Even its passport has slipped from the top 10. Innovation, not retrenchment, is the path forward
Buick Electra E5: China-Built EV Poised for U.S. Launch
16 Oct 2025 | 
Buick's Electra E5, built in China by SAIC-GM, is set to become GM's first imported EV for the U.S. market. Though its launch was delayed indefinitely in 2024, a tentative 2026 rollout remains part of GM's electrification roadmap. With Ultium battery tech, strong performance specs, and positive reception in China, the Electra E5 represents a strategic shift in global EV sourcing and branding.
China's EV Boom Masks a Hidden Inventory Problem
15 Oct 2025 | 
China's EV market shows strong wholesale growth, but retail sales lag behind. In April 2025, the wholesale-retail ratio hit 1.27:1, signaling inventory buildup. Automakers push stock to dealers to meet targets, risking oversupply. Analysts warn this gap could lead to price wars and financial strain. Retail data offers a clearer view of consumer demand and market health.
Putting Children First: Lessons from Paris for Atlanta
15 Oct 2025 | 
Paris redesigned its streets with children in mind - wider sidewalks, less traffic, and safer zones near schools. This child-first approach improved mobility for all, including seniors and cyclists. Atlanta can learn from Paris by investing in protected bike lanes, rethinking zoning, and prioritizing equity. A city where children thrive is safer, healthier, and more connected. The shift is not just practical - it's a moral imperative.
Micromobility's Insurance Gap: What Riders Need to Know
15 Oct 2025 | 
Micromobility use is surging, but insurance coverage lags. Most auto and home policies exclude e-bikes and scooters, leaving riders exposed. Accidents are rising, and shared services often don't cover users. InsurTech firms offer on-demand solutions, but adoption is low. Riders should check existing coverage, consider standalone policies, and push for clearer regulations to close the gap and ensure safe, sustainable urban transport.
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