The VW Diesel Scandal Begins New Chapter
Whatever VW does with its future TDIs, diesel engines are going to remain a potent tool for automakers to use to reach ever-increasing mpg standards.
Electric Cars
Road Test: 2016 Fiat 500e
The 2016 Fiat 500e is what EVs are all about; a zippy little car that can be tossed around corners and delivers more fun than you expect. It is a great around-town urban vehicle, stylish enough to be noticed while practical enough to be functional.
News: Utility Creates One-Stop EV Shopping for its Employees
A recent PG&E Electric Vehicle Day program drew representatives from almost all of the companies with pure electrics and plug-in hybrids on the market.
Top 2016 Technology Helping You Go Green
Without the top 2016 technology, green living would be difficult for homeowners and business owners. Technology makes the biggest difference to help us be more environmentally responsible.
News: Mercedes-Benz AMG Forced To Go Hybrid Powertains By 2020
Mercedes-Benz AMG, the high-performance tuner division of Mercedes-Benz, finds itself between the proverbial rock and a hard place. Known for its brutally powerful gasoline engines, AMG is now faced with stringent new emissions standards imposed by the European Union.
News: Acciona’s Electric Car Almost Completes 2016 Dakar Rally
Acciona’s 100% EcoPowered electric racecar was the only entrant in the Dakar Rally that could brag zero emissions. The purpose-built car is a technology demonstrator project sponsored by Acciona, a Spanish conglomerate in renewable energy and infrastructure.
Buyer’s Guide: Tesla Model 3, Chevrolet Bolt or 2016 EV?
You have three EV options in 2016–sign up and wait for up to two years for the Tesla Model 3, grab a Chevrolet Bolt later this year or look through the current options on the market.
Tech: The Yellow School Bus Is Going All Electric
School buses are going electric with conversions from Motiv Power Systems, a California company. They’re pricey, but can save money in the long run.
Life With Leaf: A Cost-Benefit Analysis
Living with an EV may take many car buyers into an unknown realm. Here are facts showing costs for a Nissan Leaf compared with other similar-size cars.
News: The Volkswagen BUDD-e Electric Concept
While the Volkswagen BUDD-e probably won’t make it to production, the hardware under the body will. The concept is the first vehicle to showcase VW’s new Modular Electric Platform, called MEB for short. Designed specifically for either plug-in hybrid or battery-electric vehicles, the platform can accommodate both passenger cars and light commercial vehicles in a variety of body styles.