Airless Tires Are Finally Coming In 2024: Here’s Why You’ll Want A Set
by Brian Cooley: Immunity to flats is just the beginning for a tire that could change your driving life…
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Midwest States form Coalition to Accelerate EV Adoption
by John Engel: The governors of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin signed a memorandum of understanding
Electrifying The Future: Toyota Puts Over $13 Billion Into Battery Technology
by Edd Gent: The world’s largest car manufacturer by volume has been sluggish in its efforts to electrify compared to competitors. But Toyota has just announced a huge investment in battery technology that may be a sign it’s shifting course…
World EV Day: Why Fleets Might Go Electric Before You Do
by Bob Fesmire: Today is World EV Day, a celebration of the electrification of transport. But while consumer vehicles take up most of the e-mobility headlines, there is another segment of the market that is poised to take EVs (and charging infrastructure) to the next level…
Has the Electric Car’s Moment Arrived at Last?
by Craig Welch: We’re on the cusp of transitioning to electric vehicles—if Biden and Congress take the right steps.
Electric Utilities Plan DC Fast-Chargers Up And Down Eastern US Highways
by Jennifer Runyon: Now 14 utilities representing 29 states plus DC and serving more than 60M customers have joined a coalition to speed EV adoption…
Tesla Semi Electric Truck Is Finally About To Go Into Production
by Fred Lambert: After years of delays, Tesla is finally about to start production of Tesla Semi, its all-electric semi-truck…
Michelin’s Inflatable Sails Hybridize Freight Ships To Cut Emissions
by C.C. Weiss: Beyond putting rubber on the world’s least-efficient hypercars, the Michelin Group also has its hand in more sustainable inflatable endeavors…
EVs Will Gain Market Share Much Quicker than Previously Thought
Electric vehicle (EV) sales in the US, China and Europe will outstrip all other engines five years sooner than previously expected, according to new EY research and analysis.
Here’s Why Richard Branson’s Flight Matters—And, Yes, It Really Matters
by Eric Berger: “I absolutely believe this is that moment…”