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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: …

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 …

Meet the Frikar: a four-wheeled e-bike with all-weather protection

January 12, 2022 by Adam Birney

The Norwegian mobility company Podbike has developed a curious-looking four-wheeled electric bike called the Frikar, set to release this spring. “The Frikar e-bike seeks to mate comfort and practicality from cars with low environmental impact and healthy life-style from cycling. Made from easily reusable materials with high efficiency results in personal transport with minimum environmental …

Bugatti’s first electric vehicle rolled out, on two wheels

January 11, 2022 by Adam Birney

Bugatti unveiled their first EV today, and to the surprise of many, it wasn’t some modern electric hypercar. Instead, it’s a simple yet sleek-looking electric scooter. Read more: Bugatti Chiron vs Rimac Concept One The 35-pound, foldable scooter is made of magnesium alloy and is said to be “aerodynamic yet functional.” Riders can reach a top …

Watch BMW’s color-changing iX Flow in action

January 10, 2022 by Adam Birney

BMW made many announcements at CES 2022, including a powerful 610-horsepower electric vehicle titled the iX M60. But the star of the show was the flashy e-ink chameleon skin for its cars; the BMW iX flow. Besides just a paint job, the BMW iX Flow is an electrophoretic layer on the car’s panels that allows …

Sony reportedly entering the EV market

January 5, 2022 by Adam Birney

Yes, you read that right. Sony, the Japanese tech giant, is considering a commercial launch of electric vehicles. A new subsidiary company, Sony Mobility Inc, will examine strategies to establish themselves in the EV market. Sony showed off two concept models at this year’s CES event for their Vision-S series. Check them out in the …

OKAI showcases a slew of electric scooters, and more

January 4, 2022 by Adam Birney

Okai, a longtime leader in light electric vehicles, showcases their latest e-scooters and electric accessories at CES 2022. Here are the highlights of what they have in store for the future of micro-mobility. Beetle EA10 The first of its kind, this adorable seated electric scooter is small but mighty. The Beetle has a 350W power …