Silicon Carbide Semiconductor Reduces Hybrid Vehicle System Size
Toyota is the undisputed leader in the hybrid vehicle market, accounting for some 75% of all hybrid vehicles sold on the planet, and is...
Fuel Economy Could be Improved by Renewable Bamboo Composite
As automakers strive to improve the fuel economy of the vehicle fleet, a number of methods, from more-efficient powertrains to lightweight materials, have been...
A Message to Autonomous Vehicle Drivers, “Wake up, Sleepy Head!”
Autonomous vehicles basically drive themselves, so does the “driver” (owner? rider? passenger? transportee?) need to stay awake after assigning the destination?
There are truly a...
Dual-Battery Electric Vehicle Demonstrates 1,800-Mile Range
For many drivers of conventional vehicles, the thought of limited range and long charging times makes them shy away from electric vehicles.
Of course, if...
New Regulation in Japan Advancing Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles
While hydrogen fuel cell vehicles and infrastructure seem to be an oddity outside Japan, the Japan Ministry of Economy is working hard to improve...
Tesla Model S is Deceptively Slippery
One of the main factors that affects automobile fuel economy and emissions is aerodynamic drag. In a recent test between four fuel-efficient cars, the...
One Tesla, Two Supercharger, Red State, Blue State
Red State, Blue State, indeed. Looking at this map that someone at Mojo Motors put together, you might think this is a political map...
Solar Roadways Blows Out Crowdfunding Goals
Solar Roadways certainly looks like a cool idea, with so many benefits, but getting such a venture off the ground, or on the ground,...
Air Quality in China – Government to Scrap 5.3 Million Cars
China is home to one of the world’s fastest-growing economies and, much like other countries who developed before her, air quality is a serious...
Tesla Motors is California’s Biggest Automotive Employer
Comparing Tesla Motors and Toyota Motor Corporation may not be fair, but it’s interesting to note Tesla’s growth in California.
Toyota has been around for...
