Adam Birney, Author at Green Authority

ElectricMeccanica’s Solo EV could be the perfect solution for single drivers

January 26, 2022 by Adam Birney

The Canadian-based company ElectricMeccanica aims to make the urban commute more efficient, cost-effective and environmentally friendly. They believe the key to doing so is a single-passenger, three-wheeled electric car called the Solo. See also: Ten green concept cars we wished made it to production Given that 80% of drives are done alone, it’s not a …

Frist all-electric Lamborghini to arrive by end of the decade

January 25, 2022 by Adam Birney

Although the Italian supercar maker has been slow to transition to electric, Lamborghini plans to introduce vehicles with electric motors starting next year. However, an electric motor doesn’t mean all-electric; it means hybrids and plug-in hybrids. As a result, their first all-electric car likely won’t arrive until the second half of the decade. See also: …

RGNT electric motorcycles bring classic design to the modern age

January 24, 2022 by Adam Birney

The Swedish electric motorcycle manufacturer RGNT has designed two traditional-styled bikes to stand the test of time. From the hand-crafted leather to the aluminum tank and sand-casted battery box, they certainly look and feel of time’s past. However, they sound like the future – literally, thanks to the electric torque that keeps the streets silent. …

VanMoof V pushes the speed limits of e-bikes

January 21, 2022 by Adam Birney

It’s been nearly a year since VanMoof revealed their latest electric bicycle, the VanMoof V. Deemed a “hyperbike” for its impressive top-speed capabilities; this e-bike pushes the limits of existing policies. Now, with over 1,000 reservations for the e-bike placed, it seems citizens also want to up their speed. Read more: What’s the fastest electric …

Yamaha’s first electric scooter will use Gogoro’s swappable batteries

January 19, 2022 by Adam Birney

Yamaha has given us a look at their first upcoming electric scooter: the Yamaha EMF. The concept art features a sleek and stylish design that set’s it apart from what we’d traditionally expect from Yamaha. It certainly screams futuristic, from striking body panels leading up the front fork to its taillights trailing off the afterburner. …

The new eStream electric RV can park itself

January 19, 2022 by Adam Birney

Camping just got a whole lot smarter and greener with eStream. Thor industries revealed its new electric Airstream concept, bringing RVs into the twenty-first century. Thanks to an electric drive axle, the latest travel trailer pushes itself forward, eliminating range penalties on EV tow vehicles and improving fuel economy for standard haulers. See also: Seven …

CATL unveils EVOGO battery swap brand with modular ‘chocolate bar’ battery packs

January 18, 2022 by Adam Birney

CATL stands for Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd. They are a global energy technology company and the leading manufacturer of EV batteries in China. Initially, ten cities will offer EVOGO services, expanding to more in the future. Other companies like Gogoro have launched similar green energy solutions in the country. Today, CATL introduced a new …

Could the Fiat Panda be the most affordable EV to date?

January 17, 2022 by Adam Birney

Stellantis is targeting the bottom-end of the electric car market with its upcoming Fiat Panda. However, as most consumers know, cheaper doesn’t always mean better. Take the Fiat 500e, for example, which ranked fifth in our list of EV cars you probably shouldn’t buy. Ultimately, that vehicle was a cramped car only suitable for short …

A-Ride combines the best aspects of e-scooters and e-bikes

January 14, 2022 by Adam Birney

E-bikes and e-scooters make up a large part of the electric micro-mobility market, but we get some innovative crossovers now and then. Take, for example, the A-Ride from Canadian company Alpine Riding, a versatile year-round e-crossover. Its dual suspension, powerful motors, and robust design make it ready for any season and terrain. Check out the …

Solar windows get a big boost in funding

January 14, 2022 by Adam Birney

What if your windows could work as solar panels? Ubiquitous Energy is one company that has developed just such technology. Their unique solar window, UE Power, is a photovoltaic glass coating that harnesses solar energy to generate electricity while remaining visibly indistinguishable from traditional windows. See also: Seven best flexible thin-film solar panels Previous solar window …