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Some time ago, BMW said it wouldn’t build an electric 3 Series. But it seems plans have changed, if we are to believe the latest spy photos, which indicate that a pure electric 3 Series might be on the way. However, this is not your ordinary 3 Series.  Recently, spy photographers scooped what looks to be an early prototype of a future electric 3 Series model . for more electric cars As seen from the spy shots, the camouflaged test vehicles is based on the long-wheelbase G28 model series, given the longer rear doors. Our own sources say that BMW is indeed testing an electric 3 Series electric on a long-wheelbase platform which is destined for the Chinese market only. But why the long-wheelbase and not the regular G20 3 Series? Apparently, by using the longer track of the 3 Series, BMW engineers are able to fit an adequate battery pack which will provide a decent electric range.  As you’d expect, the heavy camouflaged front fascia displays some visible BMW styling features, s

GWM R1 can be had in China with either a 28.5 kWh or a 33 kWh battery pack; it is claimed capable of more than 300 km range in the NEDC cycle Great Wall Motors of China will soon enter the Indian market with their range of vehicles. The Chinese automobile giant will launch vehicles under different brands in the Indian market and one of the most interesting vehicles from the brand will be an electric car. GWM showcased the new GMW R1 at the 2020 Auto Expo and it is expected to enter the Indian market in the coming months. When launched, it will become the most affordable electric vehicle in the Indian market. The small, micro hatchback is a part of the 10 vehicles showcased at the 2020 Auto Expo by the manufacturer. The small electric car named as the R1 caught the attention of the most at the 2020 Auto Expo. It is already on sale in the Chinese market under the Ora brand and touted as the cheapest electric vehicle in the world. The GMW R1 sells at a price of Rs 7.2 lakh after subsidies

The novel coronavirus (Covid-19) crisis has caused a slowdown of China’s economic growth, and with China being a global manufacturing powerhouse, is having a negative impact on the global economic growth as well. The majority of the production facilities remain closed or are not able to attain full production capacity due to shortage of staff and raw materials. These actions have adversely impacted stock markets worldwide. Corresponding to the spread of this coronavirus outbreak, uncertainties are on the rise. The coronavirus outbreak in China is going to have an effect on the green energy sector, including renewable energy sources, battery energy storage, electric vehicles (EVs), and renewable heating and cooling. China is a world leader when it comes to renewable investments, which can be seen in the country’s wind power installation, wind turbine manufacturing and solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing. The country is increasing its portfolio of renewables, decreasing coa

The electric car revolution won’t succeed until new battery-only vehicles are affordable to average income buyers and a sneak preview ahead of the cancelled Geneva Auto Show showed the industry was still nowhere near achieving this promised land.    It’s not that there aren’t plenty of small cars that look like they should be affordable. But the electric BMW Mini and even the Honda e are completely out of reach of the average buyer. The European industry must be able to reach out to the mass market with mass market prices for electric cars. Currently, a quality small city car in Europe with a gasoline engine costs about 12,000 euros ($13,200) after tax. Electrified city cars sell for at least twice that. An electric Mini, which must look miniscule to American eyes, will cost almost 3 times as much.   There are some new small electric cars which should have been unveiled at ill-fated Geneva 2020, including the Fiat 500 EV and Renault subsidiary Dacia’s EV. Don’t expect them

Electric vehicles produce less carbon dioxide than petrol cars across the vast majority of the globe – contrary to the claims of detractors, who have alleged thain the production of electricity and their manufacture outweighs the benefits. The finding is a boost to governments, including the UK, seeking to move to net zero carbon emissions, which will require a massive expansion of the electric car fleet. A similar benefit was found for electric heat pumps. In the UK, transport is now the biggest contributor to the climate crisis and domestic heating has been stubbornly stuck on natural gas for much of the country. Across the world, passenger road vehicles and household heating generate about a quarter of all emissions from the burning of fossil fuels. That makes electric vehicles essential to reducing overall emissions, but how clean an electric vehicle is also depends on how the electricity is generated, the efficiency of the supply and the efficiency of the v

How Do All-Electric Cars Work? All-electric vehicles (EVs) have an electric motor instead of an internal combustion engine. The vehicle uses a large traction battery pack to power the electric motor and must be plugged in to a  charging station  or wall outlet to charge. Because it runs on electricity, the vehicle emits no exhaust from a tailpipe and does not contain the typical liquid fuel components, such as a fuel pump, fuel line, or fuel tank.  Learn more about electric vehicles . Key Components of an All-Electric Car Battery (all-electric auxiliary):  In an electric drive vehicle, the auxiliary battery provides electricity to power vehicle accessories. Charge port:  The charge port allows the vehicle to connect to an external power supply in order to charge the traction battery pack. DC/DC converter:  This device converts higher-voltage DC power from the traction battery pack to the lower-voltage DC power needed to run vehicle accessories and recharge the auxil

If you’re investing in a life-changing product such as an electric vehicle, it’s good to know exactly how it works. The technology behind electric and hybrid cars can be a bit baffling, but we think it’s worth understanding the details so you can drive away confident, knowing that you’ve made the right decision. Essentially, an electric vehicle (EV) has a battery instead of a petrol tank, and an electric motor instead of an internal combustion engine. The electricity stored in its battery powers the electric motor. When too low, the car’s battery needs to be recharged by plugging it in to use grid electricity, like when your phone needs charging. Similarly, Plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) come with a plug socket and charging leads so that you can charge the battery via the mains. Although they have a smaller capacity, these models are able to run in electric-only mode for 20-30 miles. Onlygreenvehicles https://onlygreenvehicles.blogspot.com/2020/03/if-youre-investing-in-life-changing.ht

Manufacturing rechargeable electric car batteries produces carbon emissions Electric cars are already greener than their fossil fuel counterparts in almost every part of the world today, according to researchers. They say electric vehicles are “a no-regret choice” even in places where power grids haven’t gone fully green. Some previous comparisons have suggested petrol and diesel cars produce lower net carbon emissions over their lifetime than battery-powered vehicles. Yet these analyses have often compared only two models of car. Instead, Florian Knobloch at Radboud University in the Netherlands and his colleagues looked at the average emissions across many classes of car to get a clearer global picture. The researchers looked at the projected carbon emissions generated on average over a car’s lifetime, including during its production, while it is being driven and when it is destroyed, for all the conventional and electric cars sold in 59 regions across the wor

Mercedes-Benz EQC electric SUV will be showcased at the 2020 Auto Expo in February as the carmaker is looking to gradually introduce Indian consumers to the EQ brand before the first product goes on sale. HIGHLIGHTS Mercedes-Benz EQC will lock horns with the Audi e-tron as well as the Jaguar I-Pace once they go on sale in India. There are no plans of local assembly for the electric SUV as Mercedes plans to bring the EQC via the CBU route. Powering the EQC 400 are two asynchronous electric motors, one for each axle giving it all-wheel drive capabilities. India's electric mobility future is slowly taking shape and Mercedes-Benz has become the latest manufacturer to announce its entry into the electric vehicle segment. The company has revealed its intentions to launch the EQ sub-brand in India in 2020. The Mercedes-Benz EQC will be the brand's first electric vehicle in India when it goes on sale in the first half of 2020. Mercedes-Benz EQC Launch At the recent India sh

KEY POINTS: Tesla shares dropped by over 13% yesterday, amid continuing concerns about the coronavirus outbreak and a steep drop in oil prices. Musk's announcement comes at a time when several large automakers are making moves into the electric vehicle sector. The one millionth vehicle was a red Tesla Model Y. Treleased its first consumer car, the Roadster, back in 2008, meaning it’s taken a little over twelve years to hit this million-car milestone. However, it could end up hitting the two million mark a lot sooner based on current targets. In its January earnings report, the company said it hopes to ship over 500,000 cars worldwide in 2020. Established automakers like Toyota or the Volkswagen Group each produce over ten million vehicles a year. Nevertheless, Tesla’s milestone is a tremendous accomplishment for an automotive startup that only produces electric vehicles. Tesla released its first consumer car, the Roadster, back in 2008, meaning it’s taken a little

When it comes to alternative power sources for engines, to the mind of the general public, the fuel cell battery currently lags behind. Yet experts believe that hydrogen fuel cell cars will catch up. But how does the technology work? What are the pros and cons? Read on for the answers to all the key questions. Fewer pollutants, less noise – these are among the many great hopes for electrically powered vehicles. When it comes to electromobility, most people think of vehicles with a large battery that you charge from a wall outlet. Yet there is another propulsion technology that traffic experts are expecting a lot from – including an alternative to long charging times. The technology in question is the hydrogen engine, also known as the fuel cell electric vehicle, or FCEV. Before we discuss the pros and cons of hydrogen fuel cell cars, as well as the costs and risks involved, we’ll first briefly outline how this technology works. 6 questions about hydrogen fuel cell cars: you’r