Electric Cars

Hyundai Mobis argues that by incorporating sensor inputs, its air suspension could have a positive impact on performance and efficiency.

A steering-wheel bolt on Nissan's new crossover EV may need attention.

The Kona Electric also leads the design of the Kona lineup, and offers V2L tech that could help provide backup power.

Fisker claims a 300-mile range for the top version, plus centralized electrical and electronics architecture—as well as a solar roof.

Lordstown has paused production over a recall issue, while it questions whether it can make more than its initial batch of 500 Endurance electric pickups.

New-generation Mercedes eSprinter electric vans soon to be made in South Carolina make efficiency gains and will solve all kinds of work needs.

And electric SUVs don't solve the problem. Additional CO2 emissions from SUVs in 2022 overshadowed the increased sales of electric vehicles.

VW's Scout brand will make its first model a "rugged utility vehicle" or "RUV," followed "in quick succession" by a larger electric pickup truck.

The typical daily EV trip length of 30 miles is approaching that covered by gasoline models, according to real-world data from connected cars.

The EV9 is due to reach U.S. dealerships in the second half of 2023, and it's due to become the brand's flagship model, with a price approaching that of luxury brands.

Ford gives no further indication here that a recall for the potential battery issue in the works, but given the detail regarding engineering and parts updates, it could still be a possibility.

In the U.S. this is an essential step toward Tesla opening up "a portion" of its network toward models using CCS—and thus claiming federal funds.

The USPS is buying off-the-shelf Ford E-Transit electric vans, because electric versions of the custom-designed delivery vehicles awarded the government contract remain years from delivery.

With revamped power electronics coming to all Tesla models, bidirectional charging capability may allow owners to use their vehicles as mobile backup-power banks.

This year's Greenest list includes the Mini Cooper SE, Nissan Leaf, and Toyota bZ4X.

Along with new, higher range ratings for models with Dual Motor models, Rivian revealed that the smaller, mass-market R2 lineup will be simplified and easier to build.

Infotainment remains a sore spot for electric cars, but electric trucks even get the nod for towing—a notorious weak spot.

Vinfast also plans a U.S. factory in North Carolina, due to build VF 8 and VF 9 EVs starting in 2024

Nissan now sees more EVs and electrified sales for Europe, but it's sticking to previous U.S. projections.

Engineers found that heating surfaces rather than air reduced energy consumption by 13% in delivery vans, equating to a 5% increase in range based on real-world charging patterns.