Lucid Air recalls affecting 6,360 EVs on three separate issues

  • August 11, 2023
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California-based EV maker Lucid Motors issued three separate recalls in the same week, affecting 6,360 Lucid Air electric sedans. However, two of the issues can be fixed through OTA updates. Lucid issues three separate Air EV recalls The three recalls were issued on July 27, 2023, affecting certain 2022 to 2023 Lucid Air sedans. The […]

This solar-powered bus stop cools off pedestrians in extreme heat

  • August 11, 2023
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University of Seville scientists have invented a solar-powered bus stop that can lower the temperature by 20C to keep pedestrians cool. The innovative system has a top unit with solar panels that provide energy to pump water, an underground cistern that stores fresh water at night, a closed circuit that circulates water during the hottest […]

Archer Aviation gets FAA nod to begin eVTOL flights, secures $215M from Stellantis and United

  • August 11, 2023
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eVTOL developer Archer Aviation shared an exciting Q2 2023 financial results call complete with three signification updates, including airworthiness certification from the FAA and a fresh round of investments from some big names like Stellantis and United. Archer Aviation ($ACHR) is an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft developer that continues to inch closer to getting […]

General Motors JV launches Baojun Cloud EV in China starting under $14K

  • August 11, 2023
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GM’s joint venture (SGMW) launched the Baojun Cloud electric hatchback on Thursday in China, starting at 95,800 yuan ($13.2K). SGMW is a joint venture between General Motors, SAIC, and Wuling Motors in China. The company sells vehicles under the Wuling and Baojun brand names. In 2020, SGMW launched the Wuling Hongguag Mini EV, an extremely […]

Trek launches its first throttle-controlled electric moped, fits two riders

  • August 11, 2023
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It’s a big day for Trek, who is announcing its first electric moped-style utility bike. Unveiled under its Electra sub-brand, the new e-bike is known as the Electra Ponto Go! model. The Electra Ponto Go! marks new territory for Trek and its Electra brand, as the bicycle manufacturer hops on the utility bike bandwagon. It’s […]

Health

‘We’re All Water-Bottle Freaks’

  • August 11, 2023
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Carrie Frost is well equipped for hydration. A registered nurse and a mother of two from Colorado, she estimates that her family has accumulated “upward of 25 to 30” reusable flasks at home for keeping cold drinks: flasks large and small, of various designs and colors, with a straw and without. But last month, as […]