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Some local competition for the Model 3.
Hitting the market in 2016, the Zotye Z500EV is a mid-size pure electric sedan with a range of 250km. As Zotye New Energy aims to increase the range of its models, the Z500EV will offer a longer range version, which is positioned at the …read more
Eco-friendly estate now gets clever aerodynamic bumper and new range-topping trim level.
Kia has updated its Optima Sportswagon plug-in hybrid estate car for 2019 with a host of equipment upgrades.
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Nissan promised a January reveal, so it’s either CES or NAIAS.
After a canceled debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show, all eyes are on CES now to see if the longer range LEAF e-Plus debuts. Will it?
Aftermarket industry is slowly rolling out their products for the Model 3
The Tesla Model 3 is quickly becoming the darling of the automotive world. It’s one of the most appealing electric vehicles on the market today. It owes most of its popularity to the somewhat affordable price tag that provides …read more
New state law requires Beverly Hills City Council to walk back PHEV restrictions.
In April of last year, the city of Beverly Hills, California put into effect new restrictions on 35 public charging stations at city parking facilities. In addition to new enforcement regulations and charge fees, Beverly Hills restricted Plug-in …read more
Here’s another first drive of the 2019 Kia Niro EV
As the 2019 Kia e-Niro (Niro EV) makes its way to different markets, it’s high time for a plethora of first-drive reviews. Interestingly, much like the Jaguar I-Pace, it seems all early reviews have almost nothing but positives to share. We’re …read more
Sound suggests badly broken drivetrain, but it’s not that bad at all.
The Chevrolet Volt is often considered as a very reliable car, especially taking into consideration how complex the plug-in hybrid drivetrain is. However, one of the common issues with the 2011-2015 model year versions is the failure of the …read more
The incremental over-the-air improvements to Tesla Autopilot are compelling.
Sure, it’s still “hands-on” technology to some degree. Yes, it’s in Beta, as over-the-air software improvements are ongoing. Of course, drivers must not trust the system, must use it as it’s supposed to be used, and are reminded to stay aware and …read more
Tesla was able to consolidate and eliminate parts in its cooling system in a unique way.
In a previous article we explained how Tesla eliminated and consolidated high voltage parts in Model 3. It eliminated the battery loop heater (drive motor now used instead), combined the DC-DC converter and onboard charger …read more
After 30 years, Honda is still not ready to commit to battery-electric vehicles.
Honda started developing electric vehicles more than 30 years ago. In those three decades, the Japanese automaker made strides with battery-powered cars. But with each step, Honda reconsidered the potential of EV technology – and shifted its strategy …read more