09 Feb 2024 | Synopsis
"...a report from Logika Group Air Quality Consultants...the English capital city'S decision to begin charging drivers of vehicles that don't meet emissions standards is paying dividends in terms of cleaning up air pollution."The policy led to an estimated reduction in road traffic particulate matter pollution of nearly 200 tons and almost 15,000 fewer tons of nitrous oxide pollution over a three-year period."
09 Feb 2024 | Synopsis
"Advertising Standards Authority has banned carmakers from referring to them as zero emission unless they make clear this is only while driving...other circumstances, such as the manufacture or charging of an electric vehicle using electricity from the national grid, emissions were generated."ASA’s stance appears at odds with that of the Government, which is calling battery-powered EVs 'zero emission vehicles' for the purposes of the newly introduced ZEV mandate."
07 Feb 2024 | Synopsis
"...Paris now has more than 100 city streets that are closed to motorized vehicles year-round...[in response to COVID19 pandemic] some large cities have worked to keep popular city streets open to pedestrians and cyclists year-round...While designed to be short-lived, these changes often proved quite popular. Usage of newly created public space soared, and some street revisions found enduring supporters..."07 Feb 2024 | Synopsis
"The future of electric vehicles in Michigan may depend on how the nation's president decides to lead on the issue...Slowing growth in the EV market has auto makers scaling back plans for new manufacturing and relying more on hybrid vehicle sales."[GM CEO Barra] encouraged that many third-party forecasts have US EV deliveries rising from about 7% of the industry in 23 to at least 10% in 2024, which would mean another year of record EV sales."
07 Feb 2024 | Synopsis
"Based on the diminutive Casper, the baby EV will give the Korean automaker a small and attainable EV that can compete with the Dacia Spring, Renault's upcoming Twingo, and Volkswagen's future electric city car. Reports suggest it could sell for as little as €20,000 (approx. $21,500)."Casper Electric will utilize a lithium iron phosphate battery, powerful enough to provide a combined range of up to 186 miles..."
07 Feb 2024 | Synopsis
"The 'Scandinavian living room on wheels' includes premium lounge seating with rear cupholders, massage functions, and a fold-out table"A 200 kW electric motor and 116 kW battery are good for up to 458 miles (738 km)...the EM90 rides on the same platform as the ZEEKR 009...The Volvo EX90 is first available in China, starting at 818,000 yuan ($114,000). Deliveries will begin in March, but Volvo has yet to confirm where else it will launch..."
07 Feb 2024 | Synopsis
"The innovative electric vehicle, specifically designed to be incorporated into the fleet of the Saudi security forces"The electric vehicle is equipped with six cameras that have the ability to identify individuals who are wanted and detect criminal or aggressive behavior...One remarkable aspect of this vehicle is the inclusion of a drone..."
06 Feb 2024 | Synopsis
"The same law that created the tax credit structure for car purchases - 2022's Inflation Reduction Act - created a separate tax incentive to help drivers install an EV charger at home."The charger installation tax credit covers 30% of the cost of installing a charger up to a cap of $1,000...law instructed the IRS to make the credit available in low-income areas and outside cities...available to approximately two-thirds of Americans..."
06 Feb 2024 | Synopsis
"The Arosa EV hovercraft may look like a mid-engine hypercar crashed straight through the wall of a marine supply shop and out the other side...company claims a 20 mph (32 km/h) cruising speed and an 'aerodynamic speed limit' of 50 mph..large 240 hp (178 kW) power rating across three motors that propel...options for either 18 or 36 kWh of battery, the company claims a maximum range per charge of up to 40 or 80 miles (65 or 130 km)...MSRP of the Arosa starts at US $200,000..."06 Feb 2024 | Synopsis
"According to the [Wall Street] Journal, the volume of Musk's and some board members' drug use - which reportedly has included cocaine, ecstasy, LSD, mushrooms and prescription ketamine - has become particularly concerning." Oracle Corp...co-founder Larry Ellison - a friend of Musk's and a former Tesla board member - offered use of his Hawaiian island to Musk in 2022 for relaxation and detox purposes..."
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