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Mopar Teases Electric Crate Swap, Maybe

The Truth About Cars

The slab-flat hood definitely looks like a late-‘60s Charger, given the scalloped lines and overall shape. & Some of those offerings from The General include parts of the entire package whilst others include the whole kit and kaboodle: battery, motor system, the works.

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Qualcomm introducing Drive Data platform for sensor fusion

Green Car Congress

These capabilities will be key for many connected car applications, from shared mobility and fleet management to 3D high-definition mapping and automated driving. With an optional integrated X12 LTE modem capable of up to Cat 12 speeds, the Snapdragon 820Am is designed to deliver the next level of intelligence and mobile connectivity (e.g.,

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2024 Toyota bZ4X AWD review: Why driving Toyota’s first electric car on dirt is like chucking a Giraffe in a pool … Really

EV Central

inch central screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a whole bunch of active safety kit like AEB, lane keeping and active cruise, along with seven airbags, all of which contributed to its five-star safety rating. The cabin is wrapped in fabric and faux-leather, and the front seats are heated. Another bZ4X benefit is cabin space.

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Is it Possible to Retrofit an Old Car with an EV Drivetrain?

Clean Fleet Report

It is definitely possible to retrofit an old internal combustion engine car with an electric vehicle (EV) drivetrain, but the process can be complicated and expensive. The first step in retrofitting an old car with an EV drivetrain is to remove the existing engine and transmission. — Jerry M.,

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Thoughts on the Kit and Belktronix System

Open Source Civic EV Kit

Before I forget all the stuff I've learned, I'd like to capture some thoughts about the Open-Source kit and my experience with the Belktronix system. Good points about the open-source Civic-Kit: I really appreciate keeping the clutch. These definitely need to be enclosed. No acid spill either.

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Tesla rogue mechanic goes full “Mad Max” in insane rebuild

Teslarati

A reference to the iconic dystopian film franchise invokes images of large, brutally designed off-road machines traversing a barren wasteland. This is not just a Model 3 with a lift kit. The Cybertruck is also designed to be tough enough to handle the most difficult of roads. Credit: Rich Rebuilds/Twitter.

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How to “Green” Your Car

Clean Fleet Report

By all means, it’s definitely possible to keep your current car and make some modifications here and there (that don’t necessarily have to break the bank) to make it more environmentally friendly. A well-maintained engine runs happier and cleaner, emitting fewer pollutants into the air. Yes, it’s 100% possible.

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