A 2,000-horsepower Ford Supervan electric car drifts on the Top Gear test track
The Top Gear TV show may be over, but the tamed race driver – a masked, faceless hot shoe known only as “The Stig” – is still going… and his latest adventure involves driving a 1,400-horsepower electric Ford SuperVan around the famous Top Gear. Gear test track. Sideways. Whether we’re talking record lap times at […]
Charged electric vehicles | Smiths Interconnect delivers 90% greater power transfer with Hypertac Green Connect
Sponsored by TTI. The innovative eco-friendly connection is designed to reduce power loss providing up to 90% greater power transfer. Smiths Interconnect, a leading provider of technologically differentiated electronic components, subsystems and microwave, optical and radio frequency products, today announced the introduction of Hypertac Green ConnectTM, a new high-power lead- and beryllium-free interconnect technology, to […]
Brisk Origin Vs Ola S1 Pro: Which electric scooter is value for money?
Origin bikes feature a sleek, modern and attractive design that combines elegance and functionality. Ideal for everyday use, its sporty and functional look is inspired by the tiger, resulting in a dynamic, aggressive and fresh look. Created using clay models, the design is refined and unique, with modern details and a sporty silhouette that makes […]
Nio unveils the Firefly compact electric car and launches the flagship model ET9
To differentiate, we’ll refer to the brand as “Firefly” and the model as “Firefly EV” – officially, the brand and model have the same name. The Firefly EV is priced at 148,800 yuan, or around 19,580 euros, in pre-sale starting now. However, Nio has not yet clarified whether this includes a battery or whether the […]
The ACT is celebrating the milestone of 10,000 electric vehicles and is ahead of the rest of the country
The Australian Capital Territory is celebrating a major electric vehicle (EV) milestone, announcing last week that it had registered more than 10,000 electric vehicles. The Australian Electric Vehicle Association (AEVA) has confirmed that ACT has reached 10,000 EVs in the first week of December, with EV numbers increasing from 400 to 10,000 in less than […]
Fossil-free jobsite goes 50% electric with new Volvo loader
Just two years ago, 10% electrical equipment operation seemed like an ambitious goal for Sweden’s pioneering fossil fuel-free construction site. Last week, the site reached the 50% all-electric threshold with the addition of the new Volvo L120H Electric Conversion wheeled loader. The recently launched bulldozer joins a 30-ton Volvo EC230 electric excavator at the site, […]
Charged electric vehicles | Ampere and STMicroelectronics collaborate on power and cooling systems for electric motors
Electric car maker Ampere, formed by Renault and STMicroelectronics, has announced an agreement starting in 2026 between the two companies on the supply of silicon carbide (SiC) power modules as part of their collaboration on the Powerbox Ampere electric power inverter. The power box is designed to achieve the best performance-to-size ratio across the Ampere […]
99% of cars will be electric and self-driving in the future: Elon Musk says
Elon Musk expects that 99% of cars will be electric and self-driving in the futureLikening gas cars to using cell phones. A global EV survey shows that less than 1% of EV owners are switching back to gas vehicles, with 92% opting for another EV if necessary. Less than 1% of electric vehicle owners switch […]
The share of electric cars is 22.8% in Germany – the Volkswagen Group dominates the country
Sign up to receive daily news updates from CleanTechnica via email. Or follow us on Google News! November saw the share of additional EVs at 22.8% in Germany, down from 25.7% year-on-year. Electric vehicle (BEV) sales fell year-over-year, despite a higher baseline, while plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) sales rose 14%. Total vehicle volume in […]
Tesla and two other brands benefit the most from tax breaks for electric vehicles
The latest JD Power data indicates that tax credits are the most motivating for people to buy Volkswagen, Chevrolet, and Tesla EVs. Hyundai, Kia, and Toyota EV buyers were among the least motivated to use electric vehicles on tax credits alone. The loss of credits is widely expected to hurt U.S. electric vehicle sales at […]