Free-floating planets — dark, isolated orbs roaming the universe unfettered by any host star — don’t just pop into existence in the middle of cosmic nowhere. They probably form the same way other planets do: within the swirling disk of gas and dust surrounding an infant star. But unlike their planetary siblings, these worlds get…
Stellantis is recalling plug-in hybrids from Dodge and Alfa Romeo. The federal government is setting aside $100M to replace unreliable chargers. And we drive the Kia EV9. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. In a first drive of the 2024 Kia EV9, in prototype form, Green Car Reports found this upcoming three-row electric…
Vehicles violating these norms would be impounded, dairy minister Mano Thangaraj told reporters here on Sunday. Following frequent incidents of heavy trucks ferrying minerals damaging roads and causing accidents in Kanyakumari district, the government has imposed new regulations effective from August 1. Trucks carrying minerals should not exceed ten wheels and 28 tonnes capacity. Vehicles…
Last November, a satellite in low-Earth orbit unfurled into an expansive array that extends across nearly 700 square feet, about the size of a studio apartment. The satellite, BlueWalker3, has since become one of the brightest objects in the sky, outshining some of the most radiant stars in the Milky Way, according to a study…
With compression on board, vehicles can execute machine learning models seamlessly, process extensive data streams, and make complex decisions with minimal latency. Real-time machine learning and compression techniques are at the forefront of propelling self-driving technology into the future, whether it’s for personal transportation or last-mile deliveries. In this rapidly evolving field of self-driving vehicles,…
Volvo believes an electric minivan could be the future of luxury vehicles—in some markets at least. The automaker on Saturday fully revealed the all-electric EM90 and confirmed the opening of pre-orders in China. Volvo confirmed Chinese sales when it first announced the EM90 in August, and didn’t discuss other markets in this latest announcement. While…
As the much-awaited Tesla Cybertruck delivery event on November 30 is approaching, the American EV maker is apparently experimenting with different interior options for the yet-to-be-shipped all-electric pickup. We’ve already seen several so-called release candidate (RC) units with an all-black interior, but a recent drone video shot by longtime Gigafactory Texas follower Joe Tegtmeyer shows…
There’s no secret recipe for retaining a perfect 100 percent of your electric car’s original range after racking up those miles, at least not yet. But with some TLC and by sticking to the basics, EV owners can restrict battery degradation to a minimum over time. For the entry-level rear-wheel-drive Tesla Model 3 with the…
Embarking on the journey towards a greener tomorrow, electric cars have captured our imagination with promises of cleaner air and sustainable mobility. While the advantages of driving emission-free vehicles are evident, the road to an electric future holds hidden twists and turns. From the toxic legacy of battery materials to the intricate dance between energy…
Swiss electric bicycle manufacturer Flyer has been in the business for more than 25 years now. As such, it’s safe to say that it’s one of the many established brands in the business. The Swiss company is best known for its high-end, high-performance electric bicycles which occupy the recreational space, while also offering models for…
