SAN MATEO, Calif. - The development team has introduced the Alef Model A, the dubbed production version of the drivable flying car that has vertical take-off and landing capabilities. On February 19th, 2025, its test model takes off, even flying over another vehicle. In a LinkedIn post, Alef Aeronautics CEO Jim Dukhovny writes that the video showcasing the flight is ‘the first documented, verifiable
NEW YORK - Reuters reports that electric vehicle sales — both full electric and hybrid options rose 25% in 2024 across the world — a record number. Incentives and emission targets pushed EV sales in China and aided Britain in overtaking Germany as Europe's biggest battery-electric market in 2024, research firm Rho Motion said. China's sales rose almost
NEW YORK - Reliability and longevity concerns may once have been among the most common reasons for not buying an electric vehicle. A new study published in Nature Energy claims that the reliability of battery-powered electric vehicles (BEVs) has increased considerably and they now have comparable longevity to conventional internal-combustion-engine vehicles. The study examined almost 300
UNITED KINGDOM - Meet the Dark Matter, the groundbreaking electric motor powering Koenigsegg’s new Gemera hypercar. Officially known as the Dark Matter Raxial Flux 6-phase E-motor, this revolutionary piece of technology debuted at the 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed. Boasting an impressive 800 horsepower and 922 lb-ft of torque, while weighing just 40kg, the Dark Matter
BEIJING - The recent assertion by CATL's top management that Chinese cars do indeed have an advantage is more than just biased. After all, their growth in international markets shows that they are products with a growing reputation, which cannot be justified solely on the basis of more competitive prices. The vice-president of the Chinese battery giant,
GERMANY - While electric vehicles have dominated the conversation around sustainable transportation, hydrogen-powered vehicles are still holding their ground, offering unique benefits that could play a key role in the future of mobility. Hydrogen vehicles use fuel cells to convert hydrogen gas into electricity, producing only water vapor as a byproduct, making them a clean and
DETROIT — While President Donald Trump took aim at the electric vehicle industry this week, there is still optimism about the industry’s future in Michigan, a state retooling from America’s most recognizable auto hub to its number one destination for electric vehicle investment. More than $27 billion is being poured into some 60 EV manufacturing and
DETROIT - President Donald Trump pledged to revoke the so-called electric vehicle mandate, and an executive order on day one of his second presidential term signals his intent to undo much of his predecessor's legacy when it comes to electric vehicle promotion. But it's unclear how sweeping the impact will be or whether it will
WASHINGTON DC - Hydrogen-powered trucks are making waves in the world of clean transportation, and the H2Rescue truck just set a new Guinness World Record to prove it. This impressive vehicle, developed by Cummins Accelera in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy and Department of Defense, traveled an astounding 1,806 miles on a single tank of
TOKYO - In a groundbreaking move that could reshape the automotive landscape, Japanese carmakers Nissan, Honda, and Mitsubishi have confirmed that they are in talks for a potential three-way merger. This unexpected development has sparked widespread interest within the industry, as the merger could combine the strengths of three of Japan’s most recognized automotive brands. Nissan,
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