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Solar EV Chargers Open Free on LA-Vegas Route
Videos3h ago

Solar EV Chargers Open Free on LA-Vegas Route

A new solar-powered charging station between Los Angeles and Vegas is offering free fast charging through May, proving electric travel is getting cleaner and easier. The station runs entirely on sunshine, even at night.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Geely's New EV Battery Charges to 70% in Just 4 Minutes
Innovation4d ago

Geely's New EV Battery Charges to 70% in Just 4 Minutes

A Chinese automaker just set a new world record for electric vehicle charging speed, topping up from 10% to 70% in under five minutes. The breakthrough could change how we think about road trips in electric cars.

New Atlas2 min read
Route 66 Turns 100: America's Mother Road Still Thriving
Global News4d ago

Route 66 Turns 100: America's Mother Road Still Thriving

America's most iconic highway celebrates its 100th birthday this year, and travelers are still flocking to experience its neon-lit nostalgia. From restored drive-in theaters to historic filling stations, the communities along Route 66 prove that slower roads can lead to richer journeys.

Euronews2 min read
2 Friends Help 100+ Indian Women Drive Across Continents
Acts of Kindness4d ago

2 Friends Help 100+ Indian Women Drive Across Continents

Sujal Patwardhan and Medha Joseph are helping Indian women reclaim confidence through self-drive road trips across the world. Through their company Embarq Motorworld, they've guided over 100 women to take the wheel on international journeys they never imagined possible.

The Better India2 min read
Google Maps Plans EV Road Trips With Charging Stops
InnovationMar 31

Google Maps Plans EV Road Trips With Charging Stops

Electric vehicle drivers can now let Google Maps automatically plan charging stops on long road trips, taking the stress out of range anxiety. The update works with over 350 EV models and uses AI to predict exactly when and where you'll need to plug in.

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read
Doctor Drives 7 Hours, Captures Stunning Blood Moon Eclipse
Planet WinsMar 25

Doctor Drives 7 Hours, Captures Stunning Blood Moon Eclipse

A Malaysian pediatrician raced 310 miles across his country on a last-minute road trip, battling clouds and uncertainty to photograph a breathtaking total lunar eclipse rising over the South China Sea. His patience and dedication paid off with stunning images that capture nature's perfect celestial show.

Space.com3 min read
Man Turns Tractor Into Home, Drives Haryana to Ladakh
VideosMar 20

Man Turns Tractor Into Home, Drives Haryana to Ladakh

Rocky Kataria didn't let the lack of a fancy vehicle stop his dream journey. He converted a tractor into a mobile home and drove it from Haryana all the way to the Himalayan heights of Ladakh.

The Better India2 min read
Our Sun Migrated Billions of Years Ago, Helping Life Thrive
Planet WinsMar 12

Our Sun Migrated Billions of Years Ago, Helping Life Thrive

Scientists discovered our sun traveled from the Milky Way's center alongside thousands of similar stars 4 to 6 billion years ago, possibly creating the calmer environment Earth needed for life to flourish. This cosmic road trip wasn't random but part of a massive stellar migration triggered by changes in our galaxy's structure.

Space.com2 min read
Pilbara Elder's Art Travels 5,000km to Sydney Biennale
Acts of KindnessMar 10

Pilbara Elder's Art Travels 5,000km to Sydney Biennale

A respected Indigenous elder from one of Australia's most remote communities is sharing 50,000 years of culture with the world. Wendy Hubert's paintings made an epic road trip from Western Australia to Sydney's prestigious Biennale, carried by young rangers honoring their traditions.

ABC Australia2 min read
400 Tesla Chargers Coming to California Desert Hub
VideosMar 9

400 Tesla Chargers Coming to California Desert Hub

Tesla is building one of America's largest EV charging stations in the California desert with 400 fast chargers. The new hub sits perfectly between Los Angeles and Las Vegas, making electric road trips easier than ever.

CleanTechnica2 min read
New EV Battery Hits 620-Mile Range in Vehicle Tests
Planet WinsMar 3

New EV Battery Hits 620-Mile Range in Vehicle Tests

A breakthrough battery technology just passed real-world vehicle testing with enough range to drive from San Francisco to Los Angeles on a single charge. The solid-state batteries could make electric vehicles practical for even the longest road trips.

Electrek2 min read
LeBron's Daughter Zhuri Joins First Road Trip After 23 Years
SportsMar 2

LeBron's Daughter Zhuri Joins First Road Trip After 23 Years

After 23 seasons in the NBA, LeBron James brought his 11-year-old daughter Zhuri on her first road trip, and the Lakers snapped their three-game losing streak. The father-daughter duo spent Friday exploring San Francisco before Zhuri served as her dad's "good luck charm" in Saturday's 129-101 win over Golden State.

ESPN2 min read
Canadian Nail Salon's Hilarious Ads Spark Road Trips
Acts of KindnessFeb 14

Canadian Nail Salon's Hilarious Ads Spark Road Trips

A Toronto nail salon is going viral for turning popular internet videos into unexpected comedy gold. People are now driving hours across the border just to get their nails done by Henry. ##

Upworthy2 min read
Toyota's First 3-Row Electric SUV Goes 320 Miles
InnovationFeb 12

Toyota's First 3-Row Electric SUV Goes 320 Miles

Toyota just launched its first three-row electric SUV, built right here in America, with enough range to rival any family road trip. The 2027 Highlander EV seats seven, charges at Tesla stations, and can even power your home during an outage.

Electrek2 min read
Kia's New Electric Van Rethinks Work Vehicles for Everyone
InnovationFeb 11

Kia's New Electric Van Rethinks Work Vehicles for Everyone

Kia listened to real van users and created the PV5, an electric van that's stylish, practical, and ready for anything from deliveries to family road trips. The customizable vehicle proves work trucks can be futuristic, affordable, and fun.

Ars Technica3 min read
Chinese EV Now Drives 664 Miles on Single Charge
VideosFeb 11

Chinese EV Now Drives 664 Miles on Single Charge

BYD's Denza Z9 just shattered range anxiety with an electric sedan that travels farther than most gas cars. The breakthrough could finally end the "but what about road trips?" objection to electric vehicles.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Man Drives 5,600 Miles Across 19 Countries for Northern Lights
Community HeroesFeb 8

Man Drives 5,600 Miles Across 19 Countries for Northern Lights

A Saudi Arabian man spent over a year planning and $12,300 executing an epic road trip from Al-Aflaj to northern Norway, driving through 19 countries just to witness the aurora borealis. His three-week journey in a Toyota Land Cruiser proves some dreams are worth every mile.

Fox News Latest Headlines (all sections)3 min read
Washington Gets 96 Fast EV Chargers Across 528 Miles
VideosFeb 3

Washington Gets 96 Fast EV Chargers Across 528 Miles

Nearly 100 new electric vehicle charging stations will transform long-distance travel across Washington state's highways within two years. The $12 million project will fill critical gaps along major routes, making road trips easier for thousands of EV drivers.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Hybrid SUV Drives 182 Miles on Battery Power Alone
VideosFeb 3

Hybrid SUV Drives 182 Miles on Battery Power Alone

A plug-in hybrid SUV just shattered expectations by driving 182 miles on pure electric power, proving eco-friendly cars can handle real-world road trips. The Lynk & Co 08 earned a Guinness World Record for the longest electric-only range ever achieved by a hybrid SUV.

CleanTechnica3 min read
GM Adds 5,000 Fast Chargers to Driver Apps Nationwide
InnovationJan 26

GM Adds 5,000 Fast Chargers to Driver Apps Nationwide

General Motors just made road trips easier for 250,000 electric vehicle drivers by integrating Electrify America's charging network directly into their vehicle apps. Now Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac owners can find, navigate to, and pay for charging without juggling multiple apps.

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read

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