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December 31, 2021
Transition to a fully electrified transportation is at full speed in the Netherlands, with a peak 57% of electric cars sold in December. Tesla Model 3 and Model Y were in the top 5 ranking (3rd and 5th respectively), where Volkswagen ID 4 took the first place and Skoda Enyaq the second.
December 29, 2021
When Tesla revealed the Plaid, plenty of attention was given to the high-performance sedan's motors, though its battery pack is arguably much more compelling.
December 7, 2021
Our four-part series finds the best places to buy a home in England at every stage of life, from first-time buyers to downsizers
November 30, 2021
Yes, the Lucid Air Dream battery pack is 118 kWh capacity, and yes, it could take 134 kWh to charge it from 0-100%. Here's a clear analysis of why.
November 24, 2021
Tesla Model Y is leading the way in California, beating many ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) traditional brands on its way to the top. Model Y, being a BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) ranks as the state’s fifth overall best-selling model (that is, including gas-powered vehicles), as per CNCDA - California New Car Dealers Association.
October 25, 2021
Through extensive research and modeling, we dive into the Mach-E's battery issues. We also compare it to the Tesla Model Y and Volkswagen ID.4.
May 11, 2021
How Fast Does A 2021 Tesla Model 3 Charge? We Find Out May 11, 2021 at 10:04am ET ++ We charge a 2021 Model 3 on a V3 Supercharger from 0 to 100% Last year we recorded my 2019 Tesla Model 3 long-range, dual-motor charging on a new V3 Tesla Supercharger. It managed to charge from 2% to 80% in only 28 minutes. I sold that car and now have a 2021 Model 3 - the same long-range, dual-motor spec as the 2019. We figured it would be a good idea to repeat ...
April 28, 2021
by Mark Kane (Inside EVs) The first generation Chevrolet Volt engine runs on gasoline, but as it turns out it can run on ethanol blends up to E85, as well. The switch to E85 is simpler than one might think because GM left ready-to-go software installed and all you need to do is to change some settings. The report about turning a used 2013 Chevrolet Volt into an E85 drinker comes from an automotive engineer – John Brackett, who expects that 2016 (1.5 liters direct injection) could also be cha...
April 12, 2021
Netherlands: Plug-In Sales Decreased In March 2021 Apr 12, 2021 at 3:03pm ET Tesla Model 3 made a splash last month and few other models appeared in the stats. Passenger car sales in the Netherlands continue to decrease. In March, the number of new registrations decreased 18% year-over-year and plug-ins are also affected. 4% year-over-year to 20% (9% for all-electric cars). As we can see on the chart, the early part of the year never was particularly strong for plug-ins (mostly bec...