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PepsiCo's Tesla Semi covers 1,600 miles in under 48 hours

PepsiCo's Tesla Semi covers 1,600 miles in under 48 hours

The independent tests are being monitored by NACFE, as a part of its Run On Less programme.
By Brian Potter 19 September 2023
Tesla Semi delivers impressive range in first independent real-world test

Tesla Semi delivers impressive range in first independent real-world test

Multiple Class 8 haulers, including the Tesla Semi, are being tested under NACFE’s Run On Less programme this month.
By Brian Potter 13 September 2023
Tesla faces potential class suit over unrealistic EV range estimates

Tesla faces potential class suit over unrealistic EV range estimates

The lawsuit filed in California cites a 27 July report from Reuters that claimed Tesla exaggerated the range of its EVs.
By Brian Potter 04 August 2023
Tesla set up secret team to stifle thousands of range complaints - report

Tesla set up secret team to stifle thousands of range complaints - report

Reuters cites multiple sources who claim Tesla started hyping the range of its EVs a decade ago.
By Brian Potter 28 July 2023
Estimated Tesla Cybertruck battery capacity: 120 kWh in base version

Estimated Tesla Cybertruck battery capacity: 120 kWh in base version

The Long Range version potentially might have a battery that's two times bigger than the Tesla Model Y at 160 kWh.
By Brian Potter 25 July 2023
Tesla Model S number one in this real-world range test

Tesla Model S number one in this real-world range test

The Long Range Model S bettered plenty of rivals in a recent Norwegian range test.
By Brian Potter 12 June 2023
Volvo EX30 to offer two battery options, up to 298 miles of range

Volvo EX30 to offer two battery options, up to 298 miles of range

The smallest EV in Volvo’s lineup will come with either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
By Brian Potter 25 May 2023
Mercedes to challenge Tesla's efficiency via Formula One team

Mercedes to challenge Tesla's efficiency via Formula One team

The German luxury automaker believes F1 can help it cut development times while making more efficient, mass-market EVs.
By Brian Potter 03 May 2023
Fisker Ocean has 440-mile WLTP range, more than any EV SUV in Europe

Fisker Ocean has 440-mile WLTP range, more than any EV SUV in Europe

The combined WLTP figure has exceeded Fisker's previous estimate of 390 miles for the range-topping Extreme trim.
By Brian Potter 28 March 2023
Lightship L1 electric caravan propels itself to maintain tow vehicle range

Lightship L1 electric caravan propels itself to maintain tow vehicle range

Self-propelled electric trailers are the answer for maintaining range while towing with an electric vehicle.
By Brian Potter 09 March 2023
Ford tests heated interior panels that could lead to more range in EVs

Ford tests heated interior panels that could lead to more range in EVs

The Blue Oval’s study revealed a potential range boost of five percent.
By Iulian Dnistran 25 February 2023
Porsche says one-pedal driving in EVs isn't efficient

Porsche says one-pedal driving in EVs isn't efficient

The German brand believes there’s a better way to preserve energy.
By Brian Potter 22 February 2023
How to maximise your electric car's range in cold winter weather

How to maximise your electric car's range in cold winter weather

Electric cars are known for losing efficiency in the winter. However, there are many ways to recuperate these losses.
By Brian Potter 06 February 2023
Mazda's USA CEO says longer-range EVs aren't sustainable

Mazda's USA CEO says longer-range EVs aren't sustainable

Mazda's only EV is the limited-production California-only MX-30 with 100 miles of range.
By Steven Loveday 04 February 2023
Watch how two Teslas traversed the longest road in the world

Watch how two Teslas traversed the longest road in the world

The team’s adventure started in Alaska and finished in Argentina.
By Brian Potter 06 January 2023
ZF heated seatbelt for electric vehicles boosts range in cold weather

ZF heated seatbelt for electric vehicles boosts range in cold weather

Range increases by up to 15 percent by reducing the energy needed to warm the cabin.
By Brian Potter 06 January 2023
UK: Here’s how quickly an EV’s battery will die if you drive fast

UK: Here’s how quickly an EV’s battery will die if you drive fast

Rory Reid of Top Gear fame and Alex Kersten put an old Nissan Leaf to the test.
By Brian Potter 06 January 2023
Maserati considers reducing its EVs' charging speed to lower weight, cost

Maserati considers reducing its EVs' charging speed to lower weight, cost

The automaker's head of electrification argues that fast charging capability adds unnecessary weight that dulls handling and performance.
By Brian Potter 05 January 2023
EV drivers adjust behaviour to deal with winter range issues - study

EV drivers adjust behaviour to deal with winter range issues - study

The study concludes that people are simply charging more often, and sometimes driving less often.
By Brian Potter 21 December 2022
Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo with trailer: What range should you expect?

Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo with trailer: What range should you expect?

According to the test, it might lose around 40% of range when towing.
By Brian Potter 19 December 2022
Volkswagen ID. Buzz winter range test: noticeable decrease in the cold

Volkswagen ID. Buzz winter range test: noticeable decrease in the cold

At -4°C the driving range might be around one-fifth lower than at 10°C.
By Mark Kane 18 December 2022
Check out winter and cold weather EV range loss data from 7,000 cars

Check out winter and cold weather EV range loss data from 7,000 cars

All cars lose range in cold weather, but it's more notable in EVs. Why does it happen, and what should you expect?
By Brian Potter 15 December 2022
Elon Musk: Tesla Semi efficiency is 1.7 kWh/mile

Elon Musk: Tesla Semi efficiency is 1.7 kWh/mile

So is the battery "just" 850 kWh?
By Brian Potter 07 December 2022
2024 Mercedes eSprinter efficiency test: Now this works

2024 Mercedes eSprinter efficiency test: Now this works

The new eSprinter struts its stuff from Stuggart to Munich and back on a single charge.
By Brian Potter 30 November 2022
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