Cars That Think

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Starting well-equipped from $68,575, which is in line with prices for loaded, gasoline-powered light-duty pickups, the Rivian is a relative powerhouse of design, innovation and all-around capability. With a staggering 835 horsepower and 908 pound-feet of torque from its four, 18,500-rpm electric motors, the Rivian scorches 60 mph in about 3.5

F-150 101

F-150 Hummer GMC Miles 101

Green Car Congress

MARCH 6, 2012

The 402bhp (300kW) mid-engined, twin-motor sports car is capable of accelerating from 0-60 mph in 4 seconds and 0-130 mph in 30 seconds burst. On the NEDC cycle, CO 2 emissions are 55g/km over a 300-mile combined range. All this is wrapped within highly aerodynamic, light bodywork. Earlier post.)

Infinity 199

Infinity Extended Range Design Carbon 199

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 27, 2013

In China, GM and its joint ventures currently offer light electrification technology with the Buick LaCrosse eAssist; full hybrid technology with the Cadillac Escalade Hybrid; extended-range electric vehicle technology with the Chevrolet Volt; and battery-electric vehicle technology with the locally produced Sail SPRINGO EV ( earlier post ).

GM 225

GM China Range Buick 225

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 23, 2010

Ltd (BYD) will reveal plans for the launch of US-ready electric drive vehicles and clean energy products at the upcoming 2011 North America International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. Equipped with a BYD Iron-phosphate FE battery pack, the e6 Premier has an expected range of 300 km (186.4

BYD 170

BYD E6 PHEV Extended Range 170

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 22, 2012

PRE-SAFE Brake can detect pedestrians and initiate autonomous braking to avoid a collision at speeds up to 50 km/h (31 mph). Adaptive Highbeam Assist PLUS allows the main-beam headlamps to be kept on permanently without dazzling traffic by masking out other vehicles in the beams’ cone of light. 3D capability for approx. 50 m, 45°).

Fusion 311

Fusion Mercedes MPH Range 311

Cars That Think

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

While there are LED head and rear light improvements along with a more streamlined profile, the Lightning’s cargo box is identical to an ICE F-150, complete with tailgate access steps and a jobsite ruler. But when you pop the Lightning’s hood, you find the internal combustion engine has gone missing. In its place is a.

F-150 108

F-150 Ford Engine Georgia 108

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 12, 2015

Chevrolet unveiled the second-generation Volt extended range EV at the North American International Auto Show. Two-motor design enables 19 percent stronger zero-to-30 mph acceleration. The ability to use both motors helps deliver a 19% improvement in electric acceleration from zero to 30 mph (2.6 Click to enlarge.

Volt 150

Volt Miles Range Chevrolet 150

Revenge of the Electric Car

FEBRUARY 23, 2010

Coda popped onto the electric-vehicle stage in June 2009 as an offshoot of Miles Electric Vehicles, a maker of electric light trucks in China. The Whip is a two-seater that can travel at a top speed of 35 mph for 40 miles per charge; it sells for around $19,000. is 50 mph and its nominal range is 50 miles; it retails for about $12,000.

Plug-in 140

Plug-in Plug Al Gore NMG 140

Green Car Congress

JULY 17, 2015

He was formerly with the University of Wisconsin and Rockwell International, and holds a Ph.D. Most drivers of BEVs will need two cars: the electric car for economical short range commuting, and a separate conventional liquid-fuel internal combustion vehicle for long distance travel. Or their UF=10% to 15%.

PHEV 150

PHEV Plug-in Renewable Energy 150