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We all know the benefits of driving electric cars. So what’s still stopping most drivers from making the switch? Without a doubt, the number of EVs on the road is rising fast. But many drivers are still choosing to buy petrol cars even when the time to change vehicles comes around. So what is stopping…
Conducting a regular inspection of a vehicle’s suspension system can keep it in good shape for longer. This simple guide explains how to perform suspension maintenance.
When you think about tuning a car, what should come into your mind is enhancing the performance of the car. Tuning may involve changing the car’s look and handling. Tuners usually customize the vehicle’s engine, body, suspension, and interiors. They modify the car to optimize its performance. Performing these activities requires the use of a…
Just 17% of electric cars sold in Europe are compact vehicles in the cheaper B segment, compared to 37% of new combustion engines, a new analysis by environmental NGO Transport & Environment (T&E) finds. Only 40 fully electric models were launched in the compact segments (A and B) between 2018…
Rivian eyes non-Amazon electric delivery van business.
Driving in hot weather is risky and challenging for most drivers. This guide provides useful tips to help you when driving in hot weather.
Yamaha Motor unveiled the world’s first hydrogen-powered outboard for recreational boats along with a prototype fuel system integrated into a vessel that the company plans to further refine for testing later this year. (Earlier post.) The effort is part of Yamaha’s strategy to achieve carbon neutrality by deploying multiple technology…
Setting an all-time sales record in 2023, Honda hybrid-electric vehicles are now leading US sales charts, with the Honda CR-V hybrid the country’s best-selling hybrid model (197,317) and the Accord hybrid sedan the most popular hybrid-electric car (96,323). Last year, sales of Honda electrified models grew more than three-fold to…
Leading supplier of lithium and lithium derivatives Albemarle is cutting its planned capex in 2024 from approximately $2.1 billion in 2023 to the range of $1.6 billion to $1.8 billion as the company adjusts to changing end-market conditions, particularly in the lithium value chain. Morgan Stanley’s “Best of Lithium Index” shows…
Are you a Ford Ranger owner, or are considering buying one? Learn how to identify and prevent these problems in this guide to the common problems of Ford Rangers.
Lotus announced two new pan-European charging partnerships to support the growing number of customers taking delivery of its electric vehicles. The company’s Eletre owners will be able tap into Bosch’s and Mobilize Power Solutions’ charging capabilities, enabling them to charge their hyper-SUV at home or on the move, providing them…
When it comes to purchasing a new car, the excitement often revolves around the sleek design, impressive performance, and advanced technology. However,
EV chargers are essential for electric car owners. This blog provides what one needs to know about buying EV charging equipment by considering a few factors.
Nissan unveiled the Ariya NISMO at Tokyo Auto Salon 2024, with launch planned in Japan for this spring. The crossover SUV is NISMO’s flagship EV model; the Ariya is Nissan’s first all-electric crossover. (Earlier post.) Performance that’s extremely dynamic yet smooth and easy to control is produced by the motor’s…
