A panoramic roof is essentially a giant hole But it’s essentially a giant hole. That means it won’t offer the support of a conventional roof. And though panoramic sunroofs are typically sealed to prevent moisture intrusion, there’s a greater risk … Continue reading →

AC induction motor Tesla Model S Powertrain Electric motor Front and rear motor combined output up to 615 kW (825 bhp), 1,300 N?m (960 lb?ft), 3-phase AC induction motor Transmission 1-speed fixed gear ratio (9.734:1 or 9.325:1); direct-drive Battery 100 … Continue reading →

As already discussed, swapping the front wheel is one of the easiest ways to convert any bike to electric. The Swytch Universal Electric Bike Conversion Kit mounts the battery to the handlebars so it’s easy to remove and won’t get … Continue reading →

To power your Level 2 charging station, you will have to set up a dedicated 220-Volt grounded separate circuit (single phase), which is similar to the circuit of a 220-Volt electric dryer. If you use your car frequently and drive … Continue reading →

The main selling point of Tesla cars has always been that they are electric, powered by batteries which are charged from the grid. Tesla owners do not fuel their cars at the gas pump, of course.Tesla is no longer identified … Continue reading →

EVs require lubricants in vital electrical components such as coolants for the car battery, gear oils for differentials, chassis, gear reducer, and wheels, brake fluids, and grease for other components of the EV.The electric motor generates heat that must be … Continue reading →

Sweden: Swedish prices start at 650,200 SEK for the Tesla Model 3 long-range, dual engine, all-wheel drive. After the Swedish electric car bonus has been accounted for, the price ends up at 590,200 kronor. Why are Teslas so expensive in … Continue reading →

I asked a Tesla engineer about that at the factory tour. The second caliper is indeed for the parking brake. It’s electrically actuated and automatically engages when you put the car in Park. Why do some brakes have 2 calipers? … Continue reading →

4 Towing Capacity Information. A 2021 Volkswagen ID. 4 can pull a braked trailer weighing up to 2,200 pounds and unbraked loads of up to 1,650 pounds. This is more than enough towing capacity to pull a light boat, a … Continue reading →

If your power steering goes out it can become very difficult to steer the vehicle.If it happens when you’re traveling at high speed, the result can be frightening because it may feel like you’ve lost steering control. How hard is … Continue reading →

The 370Z is such a throwback in this refined, light-to-the-touch world. The chunky steering wheel pushes against a hydraulic steering rack – remember those – with the result that every turn feels more like a conscious action than a thought … Continue reading →

Overall: Who Wins – eBay or Amazon? There is, unfortunately, no definitive winner! While Amazon scores well for trust, loyal customers, lower fees, branding opportunities and their fulfilment service, eBay wins for competitiveness, lower fees, loyalty and fewer restrictions! Is … Continue reading →

The addition of the USB port in the glove box was a small but significant change that Tesla added with the 2021 Model 3 and Model Y.0.4 to increase the security of the USB thumb drive that is included with … Continue reading →

2020 Audi A8 plug-in hybrid is seriously smooth Level 3 technology on the SAE scale of autonomy allows drivers to take their eyes off the road, but only under certain conditions.Even if there’s an issue, a Level 4 car won’t … Continue reading →

In 2020, the Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW) shipped about 2.3 million autos worldwide.BMW Group’s global automobile deliveries from 2007 to 2020 (in thousand units) Characteristic Deliveries in thousand units 2020 2,325.18 2019 2,537.5 2018 2,486.15 2017 2,465.02 How many … Continue reading →