Road Test: 2016 Ford Focus Electric
If you have the right lifestyle (and access to another car for longer trips), the 2016 Ford Focus Electric, built in Wayne, Michigan, in a plant that uses solar power, may work for you.
Road Test: 2016 Mitsubishi i-MiEV
The 2016 Mitsubishi i-MiEV is not only different from ordinary cars—it looks and feels different from other electric cars, too.
Road Test: 2016 Kia Soul EV
With all considerations understood, the 2016 Kia Soul EV+ offers a cool factor not found with other electric cars.
Road Test: 2016 Nissan Leaf SL
The 2016 Nissan Leaf’s singular achievement of boosting range while still holding onto an affordable price will keep them leading the affordable EV pack.
Road Test: 2016 Nissan Leaf SL
The 2016 Nissan Leaf SV drives and handles as good, or better, than a conventionally powered car and is very, very quiet. This year it goes further.
Road Test: 2016 Smart ForTwo Passion
The 2016 Smart ForTwo is a fashion statement full of European charm. This cute, utilitarian two-seat urban transporter should be on your shopping list.
Tech: How Does An Electric Motor Work?
If you’re an electrical engineer, you know how an electric motor works. If you aren’t, it can be extremely confusing,so here’s the simplified explanation.
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.
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.
News: 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Specs Revealed
General Motors is quoting a “more that 200-mile” driving range for the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt until the official EPA numbers are released.