News: Ford Puts E-Transit Vans Out for Public Test
To ease the move to electric models Ford is launching the Pro pilot program that will add preproduction E-Transit vans to select fleets.
News: Genesis Reveals GV60 Crossover EV
The first EV from the brand is the Genesis GV60, a compact crossover that rounds out the brand’s SUV lineup. It will land sometime next year, joining its larger, gas-powered siblings—the GV70 and GV80.
Feature: Tailgating With an EV
If you’re planning on tailgating in an EV this season, here’s what you need to know to get started.
EV Charging: WeaveGrid–Preparing Utilities for the Coming EV Boom
WeaveGrid’s mission is to drive rapid decarbonization in global transport and power sectors by intelligently connecting electric vehicles to the grid.
Interview: Henrik Fisker Talks About the World’s Most Sustainable Vehicle
Interview: Henrik Fisker Talks About the World’s Most Sustainable Vehicle
News: Audi Lays Out Plans for 20 EVs in 5 Years
In the U.S. it looks like Audi has work to do to make a mark in the emerging electric vehicle market. The gang from Ingolstadt does have a plan.
Road Test: 2019 Nissan Leaf SV Plus EV
This year Nissan offers two versions of the Leaf. The standard model, which was all-new in 2018, has a 150-mile all-electric driving range; new for 2019, the Leaf Plus can go up to 226 miles.
News: Kia + Amazon Link for Home Charging
Kia and Amazon are partnering on a program where, when you drive out of a Kia dealership in your Soul EV, Niro EV or PHEV or Optima PHEV, you can easily order a home charger and installation through Amazon.
Tech: Electric Car Charging–A Primer
Practice safety and precaution when charging up, at home or in public charging stations. Even though electric cars are safer than liquid fuel vehicles, you should still be careful and respect other car owners.
GM’s Maven Moves into the Gig Economy with Bolt EVs
Maven, which has the three-pronged mission of creating a car-sharing service (for cities, residential communities or commercial entities) while also developing what it calls a “mobility platform” (Maven Gig) that provides short-term car rentals to individuals engaged in the new gig economy.