Electric vehicle (EV) chargers and adapters are among the most heavily used components of an EV. On average, EV drivers charge their vehicles 2-3 times a week, with some even charging nightly for top-ups, depending on their range. Home EV...
After major players Ford and GM announced their adoption of the North American Charging Standard (NACS) charge port in mid-2023, virtually every carmaker in the US followed suit. The long list of converts includes newcomer Rivian, which delivered its first...
Like any car, electric vehicles (EVs) are not immune to the daily grind. While you’re less likely to visit a repair shop in the first few years of owning an EV vs a gas car, maintenance can add up. For...
As we move to renewable energy and sustainability, battery energy storage systems (BESS) are getting more popular. These advanced systems store energy for later use, for utilities, power lines, businesses, and households, especially with intermittent renewable energy sources like wind...
Not long from now, automakers will stop producing internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles in favor of their electric counterparts. In the US, the sale of brand-new gas guzzlers will be banned by 2030 to lessen global carbon emissions. So, your...
Electric vehicles (EVs) were not considered family cars a few years ago. Most families would opt for multi-seat vans or SUVs with plenty of space to fit all members plus any luggage they bring along. First gen modern EVs had...
First launched in 2020, the Mini Electric has since undergone redesigns while maintaining the original hatchback DNA we all love. Now on the fifth-generation, the new Mini Cooper electric vehicle (EV) sports a single electric motor that propels the front...
With the US banning new internal combustion engine (ICE) cars by 2030, we’re expecting electric vehicle (EV) ownership to balloon to 26 million. That’s a lot of cars for the already strained charging infrastructure. Which could impact EV-adoption. Many drivers...
Whether you're a new EV owner or just curious about the inner workings of an electric vehicle, understanding the different EV battery types can help you make informed choices about performance, range, and maintenance. Unlike the typical cylindrical batteries you use...
