Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D-Burbank) introduced Senate Bill 301 on Feb. 2, a bill the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) says it is sponsoring to create a financial rebate program for converting gas and diesel-powered motor vehicles into zero-emissions-vehicles (ZEVs). The bill will offer eligible Californians a rebate of up to $2,000 to convert their…

Volta Power Systems has partnered with Dave Cole, Ultra4 and Optima Batteries to create a technology demonstration hub for EV off-road racing at this year’s King of the Hammers. Included at the site are several demonstrations. Volta is showing a 42’ Grand Design fifth wheel toy hauler with a 36kWh li-ion system, 2,250W of solar,…

Davinci Motor, a Chinese manufacturer of high-performance electric motorcycles, showcased its DC100 electric motorcycle at the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), which the company bills as the first electric motorcycle designed to rival traditional 1,000 cc motorcycles in terms of performance. This electric motorcycle is capable of achieving 0-60 mph in 3 seconds before topping…

Apollo Tyres has launched the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV, Europe’s first all-season tire developed specifically for battery electric vehicles and hybrids. Rolling resistance ON THE Vredestein Quatrac Pro EVs 15% lower than that of the best-performing non-EV Vredestein all-season tire, the company says. Apollo says the Vredestein Quatrac Pro EV delivers superior handling and stability, offers…

Hertz has announced a new public-private partnership initiative, Hertz Electrifies, aimed at accelerating the transition to electric vehicles while creating economic opportunity and environmental benefits for communities. In partnership with mayors across the country, Hertz says it will bring its EV fleet to American cities while supporting the build-out of charging infrastructure, creating educational and…

If you aren’t an American pro football fan, you may have missed Hyundai‘s latest marketing campaign for the new all-electric Ioniq 6, which debuted during both conference championship games Jan. 29. The campaign stars Kevin Bacon and his daughter Sosie Bacon, hoping to bridge the generational divide and convince the viewing public that EVs are…

A new analysis by CALSTART and its Global Commercial Vehicle Drive to Zero program and campaign (Drive to Zero) finds that Mexico (one of the world’s leading truck manufacturers) could achieve significant climate emission reductions by strategically accelerating zero-emission transport. The report, “Technology and Commercialization Pathways for Zero-Emission Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles in Mexico,” analyzes…

The automotive sector continues to face a winding road amid inflation and ongoing supply challenges. Deloitte’s recent report, “2023 Global Automotive Consumer Study,” explores a variety of concerns shaping the global automotive sector, including consumer interest in EV adoption, vehicle purchase intent, connectivity, and consumer trust. The report is based on a survey of more…

GreenPower Motor Company has launched Round 3 of its pilot project to demonstrate all-electric school buses in West Virginia. Boone, McDowell and Raleigh counties will deploy the all-electric Type D Beast school bus, while Wyoming County will use the Type A Nano Beast school bus. “Round 3 of the West Virginia electric school bus pilot…

The McMurtry Spéirling fan car has achieved an independently measured 0-60 mph in 1.40 seconds and 1/4 mile in 7.97 seconds. This surpasses the previous record held by Rimac. By exploiting the instant grip from McMurtry’s “downforce-on-demand fan system,” the sub 1,000kg (approx. 2,200 lbs.), 1,000 BHP, rear-wheel-drive McMurtry Spéirling delivers realms of acceleration previously…