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Ford and Microsoft Partnering on EV Smart Charging

Green Car Congress

Ford Motor Company and Microsoft Corp. There is certainly data that exists around pricing information. announced at the New York International Auto Show that they are teaming up to implement the Microsoft Hohm energy management application for Ford’s electric vehicles. —Ed Pleet.

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Second generation Smart EV on its way

Green Cars News

Having already made significant in-roads into the electric vehicle market, Smart is now planning to introduce its second generation electric drive Smart Fortwo with production to begin in early November. It will be produced in large volumes as part of the normal Smart range from 2012. It can accelerate from 0-60km/h in 6.5

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Tesla and Daimler to launch plug-in electric cars

Green Cars News

The future is green for Tesla Motors and its partner Daimler AG, as they plan to launch two plug-in electric vehicles in the near future. In an interview with the Green Car Advisor , Tesla Motors’ CEO Elon Musk also said that Tesla would be replacing its current generation Roadster with a larger, four-seat sports car in 2013.

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Smart teases Smart #3, releases official 'spy shots'

CN EV Post

For reference, the Smart #1, the first production model after the electrification of the Smart brand, measures 4,270 mm in length, 1,822 mm in width and 1,636 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,750 mm. This means that the Smart #3 will be longer and wider than the Smart #1, but lower.

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EV Radar: February 2022

Noodoe

Fiat is tossing their hat in the contest of making the most affordable EV with their Fiat Panda 2022. Featuring their spin of features and keeping things simple, only the market will tell whether Fiat Panda will be a leader of the low-priced, entry-level models. Another EV Benefit You Should Keep In Mind. Is It Possible?