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An electric monster truck, 340 kph EV superbike & an all-electric supercar star in a new film by E.ON.
The world’s only fully electric monster truck, a 340 kph EV superbike and an all-electric 380 kph zero emissions supercar prototype have all been brought together in a new film by energy provider E.ON. The ‘Freedom is Electric’ campaign highlights the diversity of the world of electric vehicles, charged using E.ON’s fast-charging technology, which will…
Read full article >>The Workhorse Group is electrifying the truck world with $300 million worth of pre-orders
When the number 1, 2 and 3 best selling vehicles in the USA are pick up trucks then it is pretty surprising that the major manufacturers have not made any mention of a hybrid or EV version appearing soon in their product lineups. We know that Tesla have their sights set on developing one but…
Read full article >>BMW, Daimler Benz, Ford & Volkswagen with Audi & Porsche form EV charging network joint venture
BMW Group, Daimler AG, Ford Motor Company and the Volkswagen Group have announced a new joint venture called IONITY. It will build a Pan-European High-Power-Charging (HPC) Network for electric vehicles. IONITY will build and operate about 400 fast charging stations across European major road networks by 2020. They intend to open at least 20 stations…
Read full article >>Australian grass roots motorsport competitors embracing electric vehicles
We are all aware of how major car manufacturers are rushing to join EV race series such as Formula-E but few people realise that there is an active community of grass roots motorsport competitors also embracing electric vehicles. One such team of EV competitors are Phil Pratt of Trojan Racing and Damian Butcher of Driftech…
Read full article >>Daimler Benz upstage Tesla and show off their new Electric Truck concept at the Tokyo Motor Show
Daimler Benz have upstaged Tesla, whose electric truck launch has been delayed, by releasing their new electric heavy-duty truck concept. The E-Fuso Vision One concept has a range of 350kms and is able to haul 11 tons. It is part of Daimler Benz’s plan for sub-brand Mitsubishi-Fuso to electrify its complete range of trucks and…
Read full article >>Nissan predict the year electric power overtakes petrol “It is definitely going to happen and very, very fast.”
At a press conference held this week at the Tokyo Motor Show, Nissan Motor Company vice-president of global product strategy Ivan Espinosa was asked when EVs would become the dominant force in the automotive market. He said there were a number of factors to consider. “One thing is the regulatory costs of conventional technology today…
Read full article >>The Honda Sports EV concept unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show
Honda have unveiled their new Sports EV Concept at the Tokyo Motor Show. Details are a bit hard to come by but we presume that the car will be based on the same EV platform as the Honda Urban EV concept that was shown at the recent Frankfurt Motor Show. The Urban EV Concept is…
Read full article >>The Nissan IMx, an all-electric crossover concept vehicle, unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show
The Nissan IMx, an all-electric crossover concept vehicle offering fully autonomous operation and a driving range of more than 600 kilometres, was unveiled today at the Tokyo Motor Show. The innovative concept vehicle provides a glimpse into the future of Nissan Intelligent Mobility, Nissan’s approach to changing how cars are powered, driven and integrated with…
Read full article >>Mitsubishi Motors debuts the MITSUBISHI e-EVOLUTION CONCEPT at the Tokyo Motor Show
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation ( MMC) have unveiled the MITSUBISHI e-EVOLUTION CONCEPT at the Tokyo Motor Show. The all-electric high performance SUV embodies a new brand strategy under their “Drive your Ambition” global tagline, which is to create an adventurous and progressive mindset for inspirational design and product. Mitsubishi intend to expand and accelerate its EV…
Read full article >>Nissan to be the first Japanese automotive brand to compete in the FIA Formula E racing championship
Nissan will become the first Japanese automotive brand to compete in the all-electric FIA Formula E racing championship starting in 2018. The move to participate in the growing Formula E series gives Nissan a highly visible global platform from which to spread the message of Nissan Intelligent Mobility – the company’s three-pillar strategy to redefine…
Read full article >>BMW open “High-Voltage Battery Centre” in China to increase their worldwide battery production network
The BMW Group is continuing its expansion of its electrification production facilities this time by opening a new “High-Voltage Battery Centre” in Shenyang, China. The battery factory will supply the nearby Dadong plant, which is operated by the BMW Brilliance Automotive joint venture and will produce the BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid for the local…
Read full article >>Hinckley unveils Dasher, the world’s first fully electric luxury yacht using BMW i3 battery technology
Hinckley, the American luxury yacht builders, have announced an interesting crossover in EV technology. The Dasher is the world’s first fully electric luxury yacht and it’s twin 80HP motors are powered by dual BMW i3 batteries. It makes sense for the boating world to embrace electric power because most marina berths already have “50 amp…
Read full article >>Diesel engine company Cummins buys Brammo to boost efforts to become a global electrified power leader.
Diesel engine manufacturer Cummins has announced that it is acquiring the assets of Brammo, Inc., which designs and develops battery packs for mobile and stationary applications. Adding Brammo’s battery pack expertise and resources is an important milestone in Cummins’ efforts to become a global electrified power leader. Founded in 2002, Brammo has made great strides…
Read full article >>Mazda hints that their rotary engine could be resurrected as a range extender for an electric vehicle
Mazda have remained fairly quite a far as electric cars are concerned although they did recently announce that they will produce a battery electric vehicle using technology from Toyota due to be released in 2019. The company has preferred to keep concentrating on developing new combustion-engine technology. They are currently working on a petrol engine…
Read full article >>Zero raise the bar for electric motorcycles with longer range and faster charging in 2018 models
Zero Motorcycles is the global leader in electric motorcycles and powertrains. Designed and crafted by hand in California, Zero motorcycles combine Silicon Valley tech with traditional motorcycle soul to elevate the motorcycling experience for intelligent, innovative, riders around the world. The company has just announced the release of its 2018 model range and once again…
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