The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shut down a fatal accident in Florida last May by using the company’s autopilot driver assistance system. Problem with a tractor collided with the S-trailer in front of the left turn, causing the driver, the only owner of the electric car. At the time, Tesla said, “either […]
Sooner or later, most battery-electric car owners will want a 240-volt Level 2 charging station that can recharge the car as much as four times faster. Electric cars all come with a 120-volt charging cable that can charge the battery from a household socket if there are no other options. Owners of plug-in hybrids with […]
A new small Nissan isn’t normally the cause for fanfares and celebration, but the Leaf is one of the most significant cars of recent years–as it’s a competitive, usable electric car. Back in December 2010, an unassuming compact hatchback hit the Japanese and American markets. Whether you love or hate the Leaf, it’s playing a […]
The Chevrolet Volt range-extended electric car scores higher on owner satisfaction than any other vehicle GM has sold since it began surveying its buyers. It has attracted new buyers who’d never otherwise haveconsidered a Chevy. And GM data reveals that 80 percent of all Volt trips, and two-third of all Volt miles, are covered on […]
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