T&E commissioned the Technical University of Graz to independently test three new popular, average-sized plug-in hybrids — the BMW 3 Series, the Peugeot 308, and the Renault Megane — on the road. Key findings: 1) The real-world CO2 emissions of the tested plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) are 85–114 g/km, around 3 times the artificially low official […]
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NTSB: Deadly Tesla Crash Caused By High Speed, Intoxication, No Autopilot
A Tesla crashed into a tree in 2021 and caught fire, killing two people. The NTSB finds Tesla and its safety tech were not at fault.
The Fossil Fuel Industry Is “Immorally Undermining Climate Action”
The remarks of Secretary General Antonio Gutterres in a speech to the UN General Assembly called out fossil fuel companies for
Heat Pump Wars In Maine
Oil and propane dealers in Maine are mounting a disinformation campaign designed to scare people who are considering installing a heat pump.
California Aims To Boot Dirty Investment With California Fossil Fuel Divestment Act (SB 252)
California continues to be a climate and cleantech leader. One of its big recent announcements in this regard is that state policymakers have introduced the California Fossil Fuel Divestment Act (SB 252). Naturally, this divestment move was stimulated by young adults, students. It was then introduced by Senator Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco), Senator Lena Gonzalez […]
Fun (And Serious) Electric Vehicle Aftermarket Accessories
There are hundreds of fun aftermarket accessories for your new electric vehicle, but don't forget the funnest one of all -- a bike rack for your bicycle or e-bike.
Subaru To Shift Focus To EVs For US Market: Multiple Options By 2025
Subaru's operating profit quadrupled year over year in the final quarter of 2022, and it's ready to shift to EV development for the US.
Paris Police Report More Than 400 E-Scooter Accidents In 2022
While scooters are still considered a generally safe means of mobility, the growing number of accidents seems to be cause for concern.
$7,500 “EV credit” provides extra sales thrust for Lucid Air
Lucid announced Thursday that it’s offering a $7,500 “EV credit” on select configurations of the Air Touring and Air Grand Touring—if they’re ordered by March 31, 2023. The Lucid Air Grand Touring starts at $139,500 and offers an EPA-rated range of up to 516 miles or, in its Grand Touring Performance guise, 1,050 hp...
BYD Plug-In Car Sales Exceeded 150,000 In January 2023
The company continues to expand its EV business and far outsold other brands.