Big boost to electric cars in USA with national charging corridor

The Obama administration announced Thursday the establishment of 48 national electric vehicle charging corridors, covering nearly 25,000 miles, across 35 states.

Chinese firm aiming for world record with 373 mph maglev train

On a mission to build the world’s fastest train, China is developing a new type of magnetic levitation (maglev) train they say will zoom the tracks at a top speed of 373 miles per hour.

From ancient fossils to future cars

The research could lead to the development of ultra-high capacity lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and portable electronics.

New European Union law could require EV chargers in all new homes

Europe is considering a measure that would require all new and refurbished homes to install an EV charger starting in 2019.

Londoners in 2050 won't need cars. They'll be living in an app-powered eco-capital

The success of London in 2050 will be measured by its environment. Will Londoners experience the city as spacious, efficient, healthy, and resilient? Or will they experience it as overcrowded, dysfunctional, stressful and insecure?

Faraday Future developing new battery cell, claims highest energy density in EVs

Faraday Future say they “worked closely with LG Chem to develop unique chemistry requirements for FF products”. They claim that the result is “the world’s highest energy density for a production automotive battery.”

Study Shows Low-emission Cars Less Expensive than Polluters

As electric and hybrid cars steadily become more popular, MIT thought they would double check the numbers and see just how economic low-emission cars are.

A startup crowdfunds groundbreaking solar-powered car

A German startup has raised over $200,000 to test an innovative self-charging EV that uses integrated solar panels to supply power throughout the day.

NASA's projects to fuel its vision of eco-friendly aircrafts

In a bid to give wings to its vision of eco-friendly aircrafts, NASA is all set to launch a set of five research projects. These projects are aimed at shrinking fuel use, reducing aviation's impact on the environment and quieting noise around airports.

Self-driving buses hit the road in Helsinki

Helsinki, Finland is road-testing autonomous buses as part of the effort to make the city car-free within a decade.

Can today's electric vehicles make a dent in climate change?

Researchers at MIT have just completed the most comprehensive study yet and have reached a clear conclusion: electric vehicles can meet drivers' needs enough to replace 90 percent of vehicles now on the road.

What the green airplane of the future could look like

The green airplane of the future will tackle some of aviation’s biggest environmental challenges including fuel efficiency, noise and plane washing.

Around the world in 80 days - with 11 electric cars

An electric vehicle race began in Barcelona on June 16 that is taking 11 international teams around the world in 80 days for a sustainable transportation future.

Gogoro launches electric scooter sharing in Berlin

Gogoro is on a mission to bring clean, green transportation to cities around the world. Today Gogoro is bringing its innovative, stylish scooters to Europe for the first time – by launching a brand new vehicle sharing service in Berlin.