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NHTSA 2020 update on AEB installation by 20 automakers finds rapid progress

Green Car Congress

Ten manufacturers—Audi, BMW, Hyundai, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Subaru, Tesla, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Volvo—are already installing AEB in all new passenger vehicles, three years ahead of schedule. The success of the commitment can be seen through the data.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles safer than gas-powered cars?

Drive Electric

Drive batteries are installed with crash safety in mind. The drive battery in most EV models, such as the S KODA ENYA iV , is installed in the car’s underbody, protected against deformation. There isn’t an electric car for sale in New Zealand today that has scored less than a total five-star ANCAP rating.

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Convincing Consumers To Buy EVs

Cars That Think

Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Kallenius also believes luxury EVs will be a catalyst for greater EV adoption—eventually. Mercedes Chief Technology Officer Marcus Schäfer agrees and does not see EV/ICE price parity “with the [battery] chemistry we have today.” It would not be surprising to see it follow Mercedes’ lead.

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Greenlings: Benefits of charging stations vs. battery swaps vs. home charging

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Giving drivers the convenience of charging their vehicles when they are away from home, charge stations have already been with us for some time and are now being installed in at a quickening pace. install these hot-shoe grooves (that have no effect on other vehicles) beginning 10 miles outside of cities since that is the only place needed.