Since I published my review about the Progressive Snapshot nearly four years ago, it has helped more than 340,000 people learn about my experience with the Snapshot. Here are my updated thoughts on the Progressive Snapshot and other UBI devices.
qualifying chargers: chargepoint, enel x, flo
Honda introduced Honda Zero, a new global EV series that will debut in North America starting in 2026. The first vehicle will be based on the sloping, low-riding Saloon concept.
Map search & info
- EVMap Android app uses their backend data
https://chargehub.com/map/#/en/map
- Pay possible at some locations, mostly Chargepoint
- Popular with good coverage, but payment only available in California
Brand networks
https://na.chargepoint.com/charge_point
https://www.evgo.com/find-a-charger/
- easy to pay without account or app, but app required to search
https://www.electrifyamerica.com/locate-charger/
- seems exclusively DC fast charging
- no web search, bad app
https://www.shell.us/motorist/electric-vehicle-charging.html
- none in Oregon on map, but Eastport location uses them..?
- no web search, possibly only vendor of equipment
At Black Hat 2022, security researchers show they can unlock some vehicles by replaying old key fob commands. It's not supposed to be this easy.
Einride’s driverless and cab-free autonomous truck is taking delivery trips up to seven times per day for GE Appliances in Selmer, Tennessee.
Honda revealed its new Motocompacto electric scooter, an homage to the foldable gas powered versions from the 1980s.
It was the fourth time the Coast Guard has intercepted Reza Baluchi on his attempts to self-propel his homemade vessel to destinations including Bermuda, New York and London.
Based in Scappoose, Oregon. The Lightning meets the ultralight standards in the US.
I wonder if you could run it on electric and get enough batteries on board without exceeding the 254 lb. ultralight weight limit...
Jonathan Barraclough sells electric propulsion systems for the PeeBee microlight.
From Instagram:
He says the components that go into the system are quite specialized for aircraft... The Gigavac GV200MA contactor he was after was only available from the Stealth EV website. Onboard he has a 21kW motor, 400A controller, 4kWh batter at 24S [sic] (88V nominal), and a folding propeller. If you've been wanting to convert a vehicle to electric, or make one from scratch like Jonathan, Stealth EV is here to get your project on the road or off the ground.
[This is inspiration for an electric autogiro build! Now to figure out how to source the rest of the rig.]
Car thieves have come up with yet another way to steal your car, and this one is rather creative.
Oregon law enforcement busted an organized crime ring responsible for trafficking 44,000 stolen catalytic converters.
Buying an EV is a great idea, but charging is pretty complicated. Here's what you need to know before taking the electric plunge.
Super73 unveiled a host of new products, including an electric motorcycle with a top speed of 75mph and a lineup of e-bikes for kids.