EDITOR'S PICK
12 Nov 2024 | Synopsis
"FAA granted an exemption to Honda Research Institute (HRI) to fly a subscale test model of the hybrid-electric VTOL concept."Honda Aircraft has produced about 250 HA-420 HondaJets, which were first delivered to business aviation customers in 2015. But it decided in 2021 to pursue a VTOL design...the hybrid-electric concept will include a gas turbine hybrid power unit...will be able to cover 250 sm (217 nm) when fully fueled..."
11 Nov 2024 | Synopsis
"The electric mobility gains momentum in Saudi Arabia...growing emphasis on sustainable transportation solutions as a part of Kingdom's Vision 2030... 7 in 10 residents of Saudi Arabia are “very” or “moderately” likely to purchase a battery-electric vehicle..The figure is projected to rise to 85% by 2035...Saudi Arabia witnessed rapid growth in the number of electric cars, reaching about 100,000 cars in 2023..."
11 Nov 2024 | Synopsis
"Prominent [low missions zone] schemes include those in Berlin, London, Milan and Stockholm...our research [on Madrid's LEZ] aims to look past political controversies to understand the private costs and social benefits of these measures....Madrid Central successfully reduced pollution by nearly 19 %."Comparing consumer spending before and after the LEZ was implemented, we found a nearly 21 % decrease in brick-and-mortar spending within the LEZ among people who lived outside it."
11 Nov 2024 | Synopsis
"The U.K. set a target that 100% of new cars sold in 2035 would be EVs. Thanks to strong sales from Mercedes and BMW, the country is currently on track to hit its ambitious goal."...two big German legacy car manufacturers not just meeting the targets but exceeding them...British brand Vauxhall, for example, offers leases of electric versions of its cars at the same price as the gas versions."
11 Nov 2024 | Synopsis
"Robo-EV comes with an AI system that can detect the mood and tone of the driver in real-time. Based on the data, the intelligent car can provide emotional support via its large language model. The interaction can be two-way as the car's voice system also functions as a voice assistant."The electric vehicle of the future is targeted primarily towards ridesharing and public transport domains. More than that it gives a clear vision of what the future of city transportation will be like."
17 Jul 2026 |
Nations are not forcing people to stop driving. Policies like low‑emission zones, congestion pricing, and future EV mandates are targeted tools to reduce pollution and manage traffic, not bans on driving. EVWorld rebuts libertarian claims that frame mobility planning as coercion and explains the real goals behind modern transportation policy.
17 Jul 2026 |
A Washington Post investigation finds billions spent on energy projects, stalled timelines, and payments to halt wind development. This EVWorld Beyond the Paywall analysis explains why promised electricity growth has not materialized, how wind project buyouts became controversial, and what this means for America's energy future.
17 Jul 2026 |
Community solar offers households a way to "invest" in shared solar projects without owning property or installing panels. Using New Mexico's recent ruling as an example, this article explains how community solar works, why it differs from utility and investor-owned solar, and how subscribers benefit over time through bill credits, subscription fees, and increasing savings after project amortization.
15 Jul 2026 |
A recent New York Times magazine piece argues that America is retreating from full electrification just as global EV adoption accelerates. U.S. automakers are pivoting back to hybrids, delaying EV programs, and risking long-term irrelevance in a market increasingly dominated by Chinese and European battery, software, and manufacturing leadership. This review distills that warning and outlines how the U.S. can still correct course.
15 Jul 2026 |
Smart's 2026 #5 Pro+ is a grown-up compact electric SUV with a 100-kWh battery, 438 km real-world range, and record-setting 424-kW charging. Built by Geely and sized like a Jeep Compass, it rivals the Tesla Model Y in performance and interior quality. But U.S. tariffs, data-security rules, and Smart's exit from North America mean Americans won't see it, even as Canada and Europe prepare to adopt it.
66 New Postings In Past 24 HoursBecome a patron and help spread the good news of the world of electric vehicles.
© EVWORLD.COM. All Rights Reserved. Design by HTML Codex