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Opel Joins Formula E Racing With 600 kW Electric Cars
VideosMar 24

Opel Joins Formula E Racing With 600 kW Electric Cars

German automaker Opel is entering Formula E racing next season with the most powerful electric race cars ever built. The move marks a major shift in electric motorsports as the series prepares for groundbreaking Gen4 technology.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Carloha Nigeria Brings Electric Cars to Okpekpe Road Race
Acts of KindnessJun 6

Carloha Nigeria Brings Electric Cars to Okpekpe Road Race

A car dealership turned Nigeria's international road race into a celebration of both athletic and automotive innovation. Thousands got their first taste of electric vehicles while cheering on runners.

Guardian Nigeria2 min read
Ford's California Lab Races to Build a $30K Electric Truck
InnovationMay 6

Ford's California Lab Races to Build a $30K Electric Truck

While other carmakers are giving up on electric vehicles, Ford is doubling down with a secret California workshop racing to build an affordable EV truck. Inside a low-key building near Long Beach Airport, 350 engineers are working faster and cheaper than ever before.

Ars Technica2 min read
Kia's Electric Van Powers Racing Simulator for Mental Health
Innovation1d ago

Kia's Electric Van Powers Racing Simulator for Mental Health

A converted electric van is becoming a mobile gaming rig that runs completely off-grid while raising money for men's mental health. The innovative setup proves electric vehicles can power way more than just transportation.

Electrek2 min read
Formula E Reveals 21 Races on Real Tracks for 2026
InnovationJun 24

Formula E Reveals 21 Races on Real Tracks for 2026

Electric racing is about to get seriously faster. Formula E just announced its most ambitious season yet, bringing new superpowered race cars to legendary tracks around the world.

Ars Technica2 min read
Electric Mustang Hits 222 MPH, Breaks Quarter-Mile Record
InnovationApr 28

Electric Mustang Hits 222 MPH, Breaks Quarter-Mile Record

Ford's all-electric Mustang Cobra Jet 2200 just became the quickest and fastest electric vehicle in quarter-mile drag racing history. The groundbreaking run hit 222.36 mph at North Carolina's zMAX Dragway, proving EVs can dominate the world's most demanding motorsport.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
MIT Steel Powers Formula One Winners, Now Student Race Cars
InnovationMay 21

MIT Steel Powers Formula One Winners, Now Student Race Cars

A revolutionary steel designed at MIT in the 1980s conquered Formula One racing and is now coming home to power student-built race cars. The same material that gave Red Bull four world championships will compete this June in MIT's electric vehicle.

MIT News3 min read
Indonesian Teen Wins Electric Kart Race in Sicily
Community HeroesJun 23

Indonesian Teen Wins Electric Kart Race in Sicily

Raphael Anggoman just proved Indonesian racers can compete with the world's best, taking first place at an international electric kart championship in Italy. His victory opens doors for a new generation of motorsport talent back home.

Google News - Italy Achievement2 min read
Honda Electric Bike Takes 5th at World Championship
InnovationMay 27

Honda Electric Bike Takes 5th at World Championship

An electric motorcycle just proved it can compete with gas-powered bikes at the highest level of off-road racing. Honda's electric trials bike finished fifth place at the TrialGP World Championship, marking a breakthrough moment for battery-powered racing.

Electrek2 min read
F1 Team Cuts Carbon With Electric Trucks Across Europe
InnovationJun 9

F1 Team Cuts Carbon With Electric Trucks Across Europe

Mercedes F1 is using all-electric trucks to transport race cars and equipment across all nine European races this season, proving long-haul electric transport works right now. The move could save hundreds of tons of carbon and shows even high-speed motorsports can tackle climate change.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
Japan's Motorcycle Makers Race Toward Electric Future
Planet WinsFeb 24

Japan's Motorcycle Makers Race Toward Electric Future

Japanese motorcycle manufacturers are accelerating their shift to electric power as part of a bold push for carbon neutrality. Industry leaders say electrification will become the mainstream path forward.

Japan Times2 min read
Commercial Fleets Race to Go Electric Amid Oil Crunch
Planet WinsMay 19

Commercial Fleets Race to Go Electric Amid Oil Crunch

Commercial trucking companies are accelerating their switch to electric vehicles as oil prices squeeze budgets, while homeowners have until July 4th to claim a 30% solar tax credit. The shift represents a major turning point for clean energy adoption across America.

Electrek2 min read
NASCAR Tests Electric Crossover for Second-Tier Series
InnovationApr 22

NASCAR Tests Electric Crossover for Second-Tier Series

NASCAR is considering bringing its new electric crossover vehicle to its second-tier racing series, signaling a major shift for the sport known for roaring engines. The move could give the O'Reilly Auto Parts series a fresh identity while keeping fans entertained.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Formula E Launches AI Race Centre for Fans Worldwide
InnovationMar 21

Formula E Launches AI Race Centre for Fans Worldwide

Electric racing just got smarter. Formula E and Infosys unveiled an AI-powered platform that puts millions of fans closer to the action with real-time commentary, predictions, and interactive tracking.

The Hindu3 min read
Formula E Uses AI to Make Electric Cars Smarter
InnovationJun 6

Formula E Uses AI to Make Electric Cars Smarter

Racing teams are using artificial intelligence to squeeze every drop of energy from electric race cars. The breakthrough could help your next EV go farther on a single charge.

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read
Ford's Electric Mustang Shatters Record at 6.87 Seconds
InnovationApr 27

Ford's Electric Mustang Shatters Record at 6.87 Seconds

Ford's newest electric drag racer just became the fastest EV on Earth, screaming through a quarter mile in 6.87 seconds at 221 mph. The breakthrough shows electric powertrains can now outpace anything on the strip.

Electrek2 min read
Dutch Startup's Electric Dirt Bike Swaps Batteries in 30 Seconds
Daily MixMay 22

Dutch Startup's Electric Dirt Bike Swaps Batteries in 30 Seconds

A new electric motorcycle from Dutch company Radian lets riders swap batteries in under 30 seconds without tools, solving one of off-road riding's biggest challenges. The EXR combines racing expertise with practical design to make electric dirt bikes more accessible for everyday riders.

New Atlas2 min read
Uzbekistan Hits 73,000 Electric Vehicles in Green Shift
SolutionsMar 31

Uzbekistan Hits 73,000 Electric Vehicles in Green Shift

Uzbekistan is rapidly transforming its cities with electric buses, trams, and tens of thousands of EVs as the country races toward a cleaner transportation future. By 2030, half of all urban buses will run on electricity.

Euronews2 min read
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Planet WinsJan 26

Europe's Electric Car Sales Hit Record 19% in 2025

One in five new cars sold across Europe in 2025 was fully electric, marking the continent's strongest growth since 2021. Battery electric vehicles are rapidly becoming mainstream as automakers race toward climate targets.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Electric Trucks Hit the Road as U.S. Fleets Go Green
InnovationMay 26

Electric Trucks Hit the Road as U.S. Fleets Go Green

America's largest companies are racing to electrify their delivery fleets, with Amazon already running 100,000 electric vans in cities nationwide. A $5 billion federal charging network and corporate sustainability goals are making electric commercial trucks a reality.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read

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