Stephen Edelstein, Contributing Writer
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An upcoming race series called Airspeeder will test batteries and related technology for electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
Despite the ongoing global coronavirus pandemic, which...
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2019-2020 Chevy Bolt EV recall: Rolling down the rear window could open the doorLess than 900 examples of GM's electric car are being recalled due to an odd and potentially serious issue with the door-handle cable.
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Tesla sales took 30% of China's EV market in MarchProduction in China helped bring Tesla to its strongest first quarter ever and nearly a third of the Chinese EV market.
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Formula E electric-car racing busts 5 persisting EV mythsAn organization that definitely helps foster electric-car enthusiasm helps debunk 5 myths and misconceptions.
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Will synthetic fuel be a viable alternative to battery-electric or fuel cells?McLaren is planning to give synthetic fuels another try, although it knows that they won't replace battery-electric technology at this point.
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Megawatt-scale fuel-cell agreement could bring large hydrogen-powered shipsHydrogen fuel-cell powered ocean-going ships could happen as soon as later this decade, with a new partnership in France.
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People with the novel coronavirus and its disease, formally known as COVID-19, are more likely to die if they live in areas with high air pollution, according to a study from the Harvard T.H. Chan...
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Electrify America offering discounted pricing for Kia Niro EV driversThe Kia Niro EV now qualifies for a $0.35-per-minute rate during fast-charging at up to 100 kw.
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Charging infrastructure for commercial electric trucks lags CO2 targets, report findsA report from the EU suggests that charging infrastructure for commercial electric vehicles isn't keeping up with the CO2 requirements.
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Hyundai has 5 reminders for making your EV battery last longerKeeping your electric car battery lasting long is a matter of keeping a few good habits for charging and discharging—and avoiding extremes.
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Put the EV in the garage: Solar driveways could power entire householdsA company aims to make the driveway a very productive part of your home—enough to power your whole house, potentially.
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Tesla may soon offer in-app upgrade for basic Autopilot in early Model 3Earlier Tesla Model 3 versions might soon get an option to upgrade to a basic version of Autopilot for a fee.
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Electric cars produce no "tailpipe" emissions, but what if they could also help clean up existing air pollution?
The Hyundai Prophecy concept shows a way for future electric cars to gain that...
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McLaren plug-in hybrid sports car could have 20-mile electric range, arrives late 2020The sports car maker McLaren is reportedly developing a plug-in hybrid that will focus a little more on electric range and efficiency.
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Lordstown Endurance electric pickup prototype: In-wheel motor goes off-roadThe electric trucks due to be made at a former GM plant in Ohio could be delayed due to suppliers and partners, Lordstown Motors suggested.
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BYD and Toyota detail electric-vehicle joint venture for ChinaToyota and BYD will have engineers working together in the same facility, on products for China—although battery lessons could transfer to other projects.
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Rivian reports delay for electric trucks, provides look inside Illinois factoryThe well-funded future electric truck maker has been prepping its Illinois factory on schedule but reports a pandemic-induced delay.
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Karma boasts its extended-range EV platform is very, very flexibleKarma Automotive is pushing its E-Flex platform, derived from the Fisker Karma, as good for underpinning everything from supercars to vans.
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Despite the global coronavirus pandemic, Ford is still aiming to launch its Mustang Mach-E electric SUV on schedule this fall, according to the Detroit News.
Some development work remains to be done...
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Battery-electric or hydrogen fuel cell? VW lays out why one is the winnerEven outside of the fueling infrastructure concerns, VW maps out why battery-electric is simply more efficient for personal vehicles.
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BMW i Hydrogen Next fuel-cell SUV: With battery boost, more power than MiraiThe hydrogen fuel-cell SUV that BMW will sell starting in 2022 will offer a strong battery-boost system bringing total power to well past what's expected in the Toyota Mirai.
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BYD Blade battery for upcoming Han electric sedan keeps cool, aims for safety
A flagship electric sedan from China's BYD will introduce a new safety-focused battery strategy from the company.
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Aptera's hyper-efficient, solar-charged car: Does $2 gas change its appeal?Aptera appears to be pitching its electric lightweight vehicle around oil conflict and an activist mindset. Will that work around $2 gas and economic woes?
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Electric cars are cleaner than gasoline ones in 95% of the world, study finds
A study from the UK has found that the shift toward less carbon-intensive energy generation already makes EVs the cleaner pick in all but 5% of world.
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