The UK had a ban in place that would make it illegal to sell new petrol, diesel, or hybrid cars in the country from 2040 onward, but now that plan being amended…for the better. Under new government plans, the UK will bring the ban forward from 2040 to 2035 at the latest. The … [Read more...] about The UK is moving forward its ban of new gas-powered cars by 5 years
Electric Cars
These electric cars make a humming noise to help pedestrians – and the surrounding flora
Within the next two years, the US and Europe will require all new electric and hybrid vehicles to emit noise in order for pedestrians to hear them coming. But automakers and regulators are still not settled on what that noise should sound like. In a search for the best one, Ayax … [Read more...] about These electric cars make a humming noise to help pedestrians – and the surrounding flora
The classic VW Beetle gets a green makeover
If you’re a lover of the environment and classic cars, there is good news for you! Volkswagen debuted a new electric version of their classic Beetle at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt, Germany. Featuring the same nostalgia-inducing look of the original Beetle, the new … [Read more...] about The classic VW Beetle gets a green makeover
English lawmakers want to require all new homes to install electric car chargers
How do you motivate people to start driving electric cars? According to English lawmakers, one way could be to install electric chargers in all new homes. New draft legislation has just been released in the UK that would require every new home to include a built-in electric car … [Read more...] about English lawmakers want to require all new homes to install electric car chargers
Maryland’s EV tax credit was so popular it ran out before the fiscal year began
Maryland wanted more people to switch to electric cars, so the state put $6 million aside in a fund this year that would provide tax credits to residents who buy an EV. Under the deal, Maryland offered a $100 credit per kilowatt-hour of battery capacity for EVs and plug-in … [Read more...] about Maryland’s EV tax credit was so popular it ran out before the fiscal year began