Automotive

The $45K Rivian R2, with the Budget-Friendly R3, Enters the e-SUV Market

The R3 will be based on the same midsize platform as the R2 but will be smaller and cheaperRivianRivian announced the launch of the smaller R2 SUV alongside the new R3 and R3X models, unveiling its SUV product roadmap. Built on Rivian's latest midsize platform, these vehicles offer diverse battery options, providing a range...

The Initial 2,000 Slots for the Aptera Solar Electric Vehicle Launch Edition are Taken

Early adopters have eaten up 2,000 production slots for Aptera's Launch Edition solar EV, raising more than $33 million in the processApteraAfter a year-long crowdfunding campaign, the production slots for the first 2,000 Aptera Launch Edition solar electric vehicles have been claimed. This futuristic electric vehicle, introduced by a California startup in 2007, is...

LG’s Transparent Car Antenna Integrated in Windshield

Among other things, the new antenna could allow connected vehicles to be significantly more aerodynamic LGIn the current era of internet- and cellular-connected vehicles, the demand for antennas is higher than ever. However, incorporating these devices into the body of vehicles imposes limitations on design possibilities. LG aims to revolutionize this with a transparent antenna...

Hyundai Unveils Tires with Built-in Push-Button Snow Chains

Hyundai's innovative new wheel/tire system features built-in, push-button snow chainsHyundaiHyundai has revealed an innovative wheel and tire design featuring integrated snow chains that can be deployed or retracted with the simple push of a button. This advancement has the potential to eliminate the cumbersome and chilly task of installing and removing conventional snow chains....

Thor e-RV Charging Station Offers Glimpse into Future of EV Camping

Thor shows the EV tow vehicle and the Airstream x Porsche concept trailer charging simultaneously in a long pull-through charging lane designed for the needs of e-RVing Thor IndustriesGlobal RV manufacturer Thor Industries has been preparing for the electric vehicle era, showcasing concepts like the Vision Vehicle fuel cell motorhome and Airstream eStream self-driving electric...

Think Tesla’s Cybertruck is Chaotic? Meet the Robotruck 1T

Aitekx reveals the Robotruck 1T at the 2023 LA Auto Show LA Auto ShowAt the 2023 LA Auto Show, an unexpected sight awaited attendees: the Robotruck 1T, an all-new electric pickup resembling the Cybertruck but with an even more peculiar design.Produced by Silicon Valley automotive startup Aitekx, the truck's appearance might be challenging on...

Electric Trucks Set to Outpace Hydrogen Rivals

https://scx1.b-cdn.net/csz/news/800a/2023/mercedes-benz-trucks-e.jpgWhile hydrogen-fueled large trucks were initially envisioned as the future of environmentally friendly road transport, they might soon find themselves confined to niche markets in Europe, overshadowed by electric trucks.In the outskirts of Trondheim, western Norway, food wholesaler Asko has been conducting trials since 2020 with four hydrogen fuel cell trucks provided by Swedish...

A Water-Injected 2.0-Liter Hydrogen Turbo-Four Engine Generates 410 hp.

After verifying output simulations over 200 hp-per-liter, AVL will next install the H2 engine into a car for track testingAVLEarlier this month, the Austrian mobility technology firm AVL had reason to celebrate as it verified simulations demonstrating its prototype 2.0-liter turbo hydrogen race engine achieving over 200 horsepower per liter. AVL employs a water-injection...

The Luvly O EV Boasts a Recyclable Flat-pack Body

The Luvly O should sell for approximately €10,000 (US$10,554)LuvlyElectric vehicles offer a more environmentally friendly option for transportation compared to traditional gas-powered cars. However, the production and distribution of electric vehicles still have room for improvement in terms of eco-friendliness. Swedish startup Luvly aims to address this issue with its recyclable and flat-pack urban...

Self-driving Cars Offer Promise and Concerns for People with Disabilities

Credit: DepositphotosDriverless cars are on the horizon, and they hold both promise and concerns for individuals with disabilities. These revolutionary vehicles have the potential to enhance the lives of those with disabilities, addressing various challenges they face when using public transportation, such as dependence on others for rides or high taxi expenses. However, certain...