Believe it or not, there is a link between the Porsche GT4 e-Performance cover star of SightGlass edition 32 and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N that graced edition 31 – less obvious that both are performance cars which likely borrowed heavily from technology developed by Croatian electric hypercar manufacturer Rimac in which both companies have … Continue reading Oil cooled and not a refrigerant in sight: inside the Porsche GT4 e-Performance
Queensland’s automotive service and repair sector breathed a sigh of relief as the state government stepped back from a controversial proposal that only licensed electricians should perform work on electric vehicles. The proposal, initially tabled in 2023 as part of the Electrical Safety Act review, was put forward by the Queensland Electrical Safety Office but … Continue reading Queensland government rejects proposal to include EVs in sparkie licence
Just as Tesla prompted consumers and manufacturers to adopt electric vehicles, the company could have taken a significant step toward the uptake of 48-volt architecture among other manufacturers. By sharing details of the Cybertruck’s 48-volt electrical architecture with the automotive industry, Tesla aims to accelerate the transition to a system that offers simplified wiring, cost … Continue reading Could Tesla’s wild Cybertruck accelerate 48V standardisation?
Engineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have made significant progress in the development of a one-megawatt electrical motor that could pave the way for the electrification of larger aircraft. The current focus on electrifying aviation aims to reduce the industry’s carbon footprint, and while smaller all-electric planes have been successful, larger jets require … Continue reading Megawatt motor brings electric planes closer to reality
Toyota has partnered with the Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) to create a cutting-edge electric storage system that utilises recycled electric vehicle batteries. Energy stored in these batteries will come from renewable sources and be used during times when wind-generated power isn’t enough to meet grid requirements. The new electric storage system will have an … Continue reading Toyota repurposing used EV batteries into grid-scale renewable energy storage
Mercedes-Benz has been making headlines recently. First, its GenH2 prototype – approved for public road use – completed the #HydrogenRecordRun, where it covered 1047km using just one fill of liquid hydrogen. Soon after, an eActros 600 prototype took the spotlight, travelling over 1000km with only a single intermediate charge. Daimler has since confirmed that the … Continue reading Mercedes-Benz pushes the range envelope with hydrogen and electric trucks
Australian auto workshops are actively preparing for the future of electric vehicles (EVs), with 50 per cent already EV-ready or investing in skills and equipment, according to the Australia-First 2023 Future Readiness Index research. The national survey, conducted by Fifth Quadrant for the Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) aimed to determine the readiness of local … Continue reading Workshops already EV ready – or getting there: AAAA
The bankruptcies of Proterra and Volta Trucks highlighted the obstacles encountered by electric vehicle manufacturers still in their infancy. Nevertheless, despite these setbacks, continued interest and investment in the industry, as evidenced by acquisitions, demonstrates a promising electric future. How these events unfolded, starting with Proterra: On August 7, 2023, Proterra, an American manufacturer with … Continue reading Proterra bankruptcy drags down Volta but both companies live on under new ownership
The Winnebago eRV2 electric motorhome prototype brings fully electrified camping a step closer to reality with a focus on sustainability in the design of onboard amenities, although long-distance touring remains a challenge due to the extra weight and drag from making a Ford E-Transit liveable. An evolution of Winnebago’s previous e-RV electric motorhome concept, this … Continue reading Is an EV RV the next big thing? Winnebago thinks so
The Ioniq 5 N is Hyundai’s first performance electric vehicle (EV). As anticipated, this game-changer offers a range of enhancements over the regular model, not least its industry-leading thermal management system, a crucial consideration during development and specifically aimed at combating power degradation caused by excessive heat during demanding track driving conditions. The Ioniq 5 … Continue reading Ioniq 5 N: Sophisticated thermal management unlocks performance of hottest Hyundai
