Recent Data Found 37% of Drivers Prefer Short-term Leases This article may contain affiliate links. [Ed. note: While this article focuses on a UK phenomenon, we expect short-term leases to hit the States soon, if they haven’t already.] The UK has witnessed a notable increase in the preference for a short-term car lease, with two-thirds of 18-24-year-olds looking to lease a car in the future. This shift can be attributed to various factors, including the financial flexibility that short-term leases provide, less commitment, the ability to access new vehicles, and the rising interest in electric ..read more

Building in Resilience for the EV Ecosystem An essential prerequisite for the wide-scale adoption of electric vehicles is the availability and reliability of EV infrastructure. This need becomes even more pronounced during times of natural disasters. As these incidents become increasingly prevalent, EV manufacturers and stakeholders must design resilient systems and frameworks to withstand such events, especially in disaster-prone areas. The Challenges When disaster strikes, the immediate response is to evacuate the area as quickly as possible. For most people, this means getting into their ve ..read more

Things You Can Do Now To Make Your Ride More Eco-Friendly This article may contain affiliate links. Is this actually possible? While yes, there is a huge push for EVs, realistically speaking, not that everyone can afford them. The initial cost of EVs, at least at this time, is very expensive. The car market, including secondhand vehicles, is very expensive at the moment, so not everyone has the luxury of just getting up, going to their local dealer and buying a new EV or even a new car that isn’t a gas guzzler. Even though you might not be able to afford something new that’s more eco-friendly ..read more

“Ambition 2030” – Nissan’s Way Forward Ambition. Bosses love it, and employees hope their bosses have it. The Concept 20-23 Nissan’s Ambition 2030, that includes the Arc Plan, should do just that for the company’s employees. Nissan President and Chief Executive Officer Makoto Uchida said: “The Arc Plan shows our path to the future.” The Arc Plan is full of business objectives such as sales targets, shareholder dividend and returns, profit margins and potential new business ventures. But what caught our eye was the commitment to launching 30 new models by 2026, of which 16 will be electrified ..read more

Looking for Solutions for Juice for your Electric Car Many people love the environmental appeal of electric vehicles (EVs). However, they are less excited about the possibility of finding charging points. EV infrastructure is much less widespread than gas stations—and the number of EV chargers is only part of the problem. What charging-related issues restrict EV growth and how can people begin tackling them? 1. Insufficient Numbers of Chargers Many EV owners or those considering electric vehicles worry the cars will not have enough range to accommodate their driving habits. An EV is likely wel ..read more

The Earth-Friendly Off-Road Subaru The 2024 all-electric Subaru Solterra, introduced in 2023, has received upgrades to its charging speed and charging efficiency in cold and hot temperatures as well as driving range (for the lowest trim level due to its smaller tires). In a very hot EV market, improvements each model year are crucial to staying competitive. But this EV’s most important attribute may be that it’s a Subaru. Getting better every yearDual Motors, AWD Standard No frunk here The 2024 Solterra has two 80kW electric motors with 228 miles of driving range in the Premium trim and 222 mi ..read more

Boost Efficiency and Reliability of Your Vehicles This article may contain affiliate links. Revolutionizing Fleet Management In today’s fast-paced logistics and transportation industry, the efficiency and reliability of fleet operations are paramount. With the advent of truck management software, businesses are now able to streamline their operations, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction. This technology has revolutionized how companies manage their fleets, plan their routes, and monitor their cargo, thereby ensuring a more robust and efficient service delivery. Saftware has changed ..read more

Power Up: What You Can Do To Keep You Battery Working for You Understanding Battery Health EV batteries are the heart of your vehicle, and their health is critical to performance and longevity. While extreme temperatures can affect battery life, other considerations, such as charging habits, usage patterns and software updates, play a crucial role. Charging Practices—The way you charge your EV has a significant impact on its battery life. Here are some best practices: Avoid keeping the battery at 100% or 0% for extended periods, as both can strain the battery. Regularly charging your veh ..read more

Innovative Technology for Emissions-free Driving Mirai translates as future in Japanese. If there was ever a car on the road fitting the bill as future, it is the 2024 Toyota Mirai Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV). Exclusively available in California, Toyota sold 2,737 Mirais in 2023. This is impressive as there are only 55 operating hydrogen fuel stations in the state and the availability of hydrogen is sometimes spotty. For perspective, China, which is far larger than California, has 250 and Japan, which is roughly that same size as California but populated by three times as many people, ha ..read more

Getting the Best Electric Ride on the Open Road The average electric vehicle (EV) battery range has risen dramatically in the past decade. Today, models like the Tesla Model S and Porsche Taycan have an average range of over 350 miles. This means that many modern EVs now rival combustion engines in terms of distance covered in a single tank. Recharge stations are becoming more common, too. There are over 72,000 charging stations and 138,000 charging outlets across the US. This means that, unless you’re planning a road trip across rural Montana, you should always be able to find a charging stat ..read more