Stephen Edelstein, Contributing Writer
Articles
-
Ford CEO Jim Farley confirmed via Twitter on Tuesday that the automaker would include AM radio on all 2024 models, reversing a policy Ford previously indicated was a byproduct of EVs.
Ford removed AM...
-
Will megawatt charging nix hydrogen fuel cell tech in semis?Can hydrogen fuel cells make up for their lower efficiency and higher cost?
Stephen Edelstein -
BMW tests how its EVs might supplement the gridBMW and PG&E plan to follow up the pilot program with a "field trial" in California, and a fleet of vehicles equipped for V2G operation.
Stephen Edelstein -
Chevy Silverado EV WT vs. Ford F-150 Lightning Pro: Electric work trucks comparedAn affordable, work-oriented Tradesman version of the Ram 1500 REV electric truck will also be offered, and Ram says that it will be widely available, not only to fleet and work buyers.
Stephen Edelstein -
Toyota plans to boost US hybrid production with demandMore of its hybrid powertrains and engines will be sourced from the U.S., for U.S. vehicle assembly plants.
Stephen Edelstein -
Why aren't EVs staying in the US fleet as long as gasoline models?Insurance could well be the issue, or part of it, as insurers are far too eager to completely write off EVs rather than fix them—especially when the battery pack is involved.
Stephen Edelstein -
The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV will achieve an EPA-estimated range of 450 miles in base work truck (WT) form, the automaker said Friday in a press release, calling it an "official estimate."
Chevy...
-
Robotic EV charger will get a test at Texas airportThe robot charger, dubbed Ziggy, goes to a car in need of charging plug-ins, and then returns to a staging area for recharging.
Stephen Edelstein -
Honda plans fuel-cell semi, ponders hydrogen for small mobilityHonda's hydrogen plans include a fuel-cell semi with Isuzu and internal-combustion engines potentially for motorcycles or mopeds.
Stephen Edelstein -
Utility-owned EV fast-charging stations will fill the gap in UtahThe 80 chargers across 20 sites will make electric road trips and EV ownership more viable well beyond Salt Lake City.
Stephen Edelstein -
Former Audi CEO admits guilt in diesel scandal, pays $1.2M fineRupert Stadler allegedly admitted culpability in keeping affected diesel vehicles on sale after news of the scandal broke in late 2015.
Stephen Edelstein -
Ford E-Tourneo Courier shows how versatile small EVs can beWhile Ford sends signals it's going big with upcoming EVs for the U.S., it revealed a very intriguing small EV for Europe.
Stephen Edelstein -
Stellantis and LG have halted construction of a joint venture battery plant in Windsor, Ontario, claiming the Canadian government hasn't met certain obligations, Bloomberg reported Monday.
The report...
-
Rimac taps its electric supercar smarts for energy storage techA new battery architecture with more efficiency and a smaller footprint could help enable urban renewable energy or grid-buffering projects.
Stephen Edelstein -
"Plug and play" kit for classic Mini electric starts under $20,000The EV kit is designed to drop into the existing vehicle's structure and may be the simplest and cheapest way to achieve an electric classic Mini.
Stephen Edelstein -
Toyota and Hyundai broaden fuel-cell semi plans for USBoth companies provided an update on hydrogen-fueled semi plans and see fuel-cell tech as part of the future for U.S. heavy-duty truck use.
Stephen Edelstein -
White House: Toyota "fully committed" to electrifying US fleetBiden administration senior adviser John Podesta, cited by Reuters, appears to suggest that Toyota might step up its EV plans.
Stephen Edelstein -
Redesigned 2025 Mini Cooper Electric adds driving range, spaceMini has boosted performance, range, and interior space for this affordable electric hatchback. Even as Mini shifts electric, its U.S. future remains unconfirmed.
Stephen Edelstein -
The Fisker Ocean electric SUV will get swappable batteries from startup Ample by 2024, Fisker announced Tuesday. But the partnership will target fleets initially.
"With today’s announcement...
-
CarMax: Owners trading in Civic for Model 3, Prius for LeafToyota was also the most trade-in brand for EVs, with the Tacoma near the top for models traded in.
Stephen Edelstein -
2023-2024 XC40 Recharge, C40 EVs get $2,500 Costco discountA $1,000 incentive is also available for all other 2023 and 2024 Volvo models—all as part of a limited-time deal with the retail giant.
Stephen Edelstein -
Survey: Growing portion of US shoppers are rejecting EVsPrice and charging remain the reason why a growing percentage of shoppers are "very unlikely" to consider an EV. Are there other reasons?
Stephen Edelstein -
Lordstown indicates Foxconn may be backing out of dealCrucial Foxconn funding needed to keep fledgling EV truck maker Lordstown Motors going could be on the rocks.
Stephen Edelstein -
Daimler plans $650M US charging and hydrogen network for big rigsThe Daimler joint venture will "forge ahead" with an electric-truck network, amid conflicting policy signals.
Stephen Edelstein