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‘Stop looking FSD and Tesla,’ says Ford CEO

Teslarati

Farley is confident that Ford Pro is the future. “If If you’re looking for the future of the automotive industry, stop looking at FSD and Tesla. In November 2023, Ford dealers were opting out of the Model e EV certification program. Look at Ford Pro. Ford projects losses of $5 billion to $5.5 billion in its Model e EV.

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VW Commercial Vehicles unveils e-BULLI; electric T1

Green Car Congress

VWCV partner eClassics is planning to offer T1 conversions and T1 complete vehicles in the style of the new e-BULLI. As the basis for the future e-BULLI the team chose a T1 Samba Bus produced in Hannover in 1966, which prior to its conversion spent half a century on the roads of California. As in the new ID.3

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Anaheim Ride-and-Drive Event: A Memorable Success

Plug in America

From smooth rides to engaging conversations, the event fostered a deeper appreciation for the future of sustainable transportation. We thank all the participating dealers and attendees for making this day a true celebration of progress.

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Electric Car Watch #12: The sad state of Electric Car conversions in India

Plug In India

By Abhishek & Kamlesh ​ In this episode of Electric Car Watch, we will talk about the challenges facing electric car conversions and what the industry and agencies can do better to make it easier. One was the conversion kit by Hyderabad based e-Trio, and the other was Pune based Northway Motorsports. Sounds utopian, right?

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Chevrolet Performance previews eCrate package in converted 1977 K5 Blazer EV

Green Car Congress

Our vision is to offer a comprehensive line of Connect and Cruise systems from Chevrolet Performance—delivering a solution for every customer ranging from LSX V-8s to eCrate conversions. This experience will help inform the certification process for future installers. eCrate Installer Certification Program.

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Software Upgrade to Prius PHEV NiMH Conversion Kit Enables All-Electric Driving At Up to 70mph

Green Car Congress

Poway, California-based Plug In Conversions Corp. kWh NiMH plug-in hybrid (PHEV) conversion kit that enables all-electric mode driving at speeds of up to 70 miles per hour (until the battery pack is depleted) in a converted Prius. Ewert Energy Systems video (handheld) of driving a Prius PHEV conversion at highway speeds.

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Report: Jeep May Ditch V8s in Wagoneer Brand in Favor of Hurricane Six-Cylinder

The Truth About Cars

Despite electrification taking over the national conversation, the automotive world isn’t going electric overnight. The transition to an electrified future will be a multi-step process that includes shifting away from fuel-thirsty powertrain configurations in favor of more efficient turbocharged and hybrid engines.

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