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History of the GEM Car and a Look at Its Future

Clean Fleet Report

These machines make local transportation safe and sustainable with battery power and low speeds. The batteries mean they have zero emissions and are better for the environment than gas-powered cars or golf carts. The first GEM vehicle had its speed capped at 25 mph to meet the LSV regulations.

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This new Airbus air taxi has a 50-mile range and is quieter than a hairdryer

Baua Electric

Nearly five years in the making, this prototype targets a flight range of 50 miles (80 km) and a cruising speed of 75 mph (120 km/h). The aircraft, which can reach cruising speeds of 65 knots (about 75 mph) weighs two tons and has a 40-foot wingspan – so it’s by no means a tiny aircraft. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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Honda unveils Fit EV concept and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle platform at Los Angeles Auto Show

Green Car Congress

President and CEO Takanobu Ito unveiled the Fit EV Concept electric vehicle and the platform for a mid-size plug-in hybrid electric vehicle at the Los Angeles Auto Show. When the Fit EV production model is introduced, it will be powered by a lithium-ion battery and coaxial electric motor. Honda Motor Co.

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Anker’s new C300 DC/AC 90,000mAh stations start from $150, MOD e-bikes $1,000 off, SOLIX F3800 bundles $2,228 off, more

Baua Electric

You can also recharge the battery via solar charging, which will take 3.2 hours when connected to a 100W solar panel. You’ll be cruising around town at top speeds of 28 MPH for up to 50 miles as is, or up to 100 miles when you purchase an extra battery for it.

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Best speakers ever

Electric Auto Association

Electric Auto Association Silicon Valley (EAASV), established in 1967 as the original Electric Auto (now Vehicle) Association, has a long history of attracting members and presenting speakers who have gone on to become tech and transportation luminaries. Founding EVA chapter connects with entrepreneurial stars. It’s very cool."

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Rare EVOLV Terra e-scooter discount to $1,079, Save $3,300 on 6,128Wh Jackery bundle ahead of Prime Day, Hiboy, more

Baua Electric

Right behind it is Jackery’s pre-Prime Day sale that has cut 50% off its Explorer 2,000 Plus Portable Power Station which comes bundled with two extra batteries and two 200W solar panels for a new $3,299 low , among others. More Explorer 2,000 Plus discounts: Battery Pack 2000 Plus: $999 (Reg.

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Ford unveils C-MAX Energi, its first production plug-in hybrid, and another hybrid variant

Green Car Congress

On the heels officially introducing the Focus Electric last week ( earlier post ), Ford revealed two next-generation hybrids—including its first production plug-in hybrid (PHEV)—at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

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