Mercedes Stops Internal Combustion Development, Fully Commits to EVs
That headline? It isn’t clickbait– and it isn’t some hyped up version of a watered-down commitment to “electrification”, either. Mercedes-Benz, the oldest car company in the world and makers of some of the most powerful internal combustion engines to ever see production...[Read More]
Tesla Parts for Sale: Finding the Best Sources
We discussed the joys and pitfalls of buying a salvage Tesla last week. One takeaway from this article was that it is of the utmost importance to have a good mechanic that is knowledgeable and has worked on multiple Tesla projects. If you’ve made the decision to stray from official channels an...[Read More]
Model 3 Tire Pressure Recommendations
Inflating or deflating your car’s tires to the correct pressure has many benefits. Safety considerations aside, properly inflated tires can also save you money on gas and costly repairs. According to the American Automobile Association (AAA): “Low tire pressures affect braking distances ...[Read More]
Amazon Commits to Renewable Energy, Orders 100,000 Rivian Electric Vans
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos put his company firmly on the path towards ecological responsibility by announcing plans to co-found “The Climate Pledge”, which calls on its signatories to achieve zero carbon across their business ventures by 2040. For those of you paying attention, that’...[Read More]
Rwanda Pushing for 3 Million Electric Motorcycle Taxis
Three million. It’s a big number, but it seems even bigger when we’re talking about three million motorcycles with unregulated emissions crammed together in a tight, hot, densely populated urban space. That’s the reality faced by regulators in Kigali, Rwanda, where the majority of ...[Read More]
VW Works to Preserve Civil Rights Legacy of Esau and Janie B. Jenkins
You may not know the story of Esau and Janie B. Jenkins. Being honest, I didn’t know that much about it before I started working on this article. The Jenkins’ were natives of South Carolina who were frustrated by the lack of opportunities and equal rights in their community, he bused his...[Read More]
5 Tesla Model X Accessories You Should Consider
I’m a big fan of the Model X. I attempted to explain how the (what I think are cool) falcon doors work here, and discussed Model X range here. While I certainly can’t afford one (not yet at least), I can still fantasize about what it would be like to own one. Where would I take my Model ...[Read More]
The Best Front Windshield Tint for Your Tesla
I personally have never had tinted windows on any of my vehicles. While I like the idea of a cooler car, the laws surrounding tinted windows are awfully vague. That being said, I know tinted windows are popular. I also know that that front windshield tint modifications are the most popular kind. If ...[Read More]
3 Ways to Easily Add a Heads Up Display to Your Tesla
The Tesla Model 3 is not only the electric car brand’s most mainstream product, yet– it’s also one of the most advanced cars on the road, period. I’m not just talking about its high-capacity battery, advanced and well-publicized autonomous vehicle technology, or comprehensive...[Read More]
Tesla Model 3 Delivery Checklist
Before my kids were born, my wife and I made a list of everything we would need at the hospital. Clothes? Check. Toiletries? Check. Four cases of beer? Check. Okay, so I obeyed my wife’s orders and left the beer at home. That being said, getting a new car delivered is somewhat like getting a n...[Read More]
Ceramic Wrap For My Tesla – What You Need to Know
One thing I’ve learned from hanging out on the Tesla Motors Club forum is that you’ll always get an answer to your question. The users may not always be polite about it as we mentioned here, but you’ll get your answer. After locating this Youtube clip of a custom holographic chrome...[Read More]
Best Tesla Model 3 Mods
I’m kind of a sucker for car mods, especially when they’re done right. From aftermarket accessories to cool paint jobs, car mods can turn a stock model into something extra-special. I am also, a sucker for Youtube videos. Whether bored at work or just relaxing on the weekend, I have foun...[Read More]
Model 3 Ground Clearance – What You Need To Know
We’ve all done it. You go a bit too fast over a speed bump or pull a bit too far into a parking space and scrape your car’s bumper on the curb. You hear the scraping sound and cringe, knowing that there is damage to your car. When Tesla’s second sedan hit the streets in 2017, Model...[Read More]
Hybrid Police Cars in Hot Pursuit of Fuel Savings
Ford debuted its latest Explorer crossover/SUV at the Detroit Auto Show earlier this year– and, while a big SUV isn’t something we normally get all that excited about here at Gas2 Enrg.io, this one was a little different. What made it slightly different from what we were used to was Ford...[Read More]
High Power Wall Connector (HPWC) or NEMA 14-50 Direct Plug – Which is Better?
After reading about charging your Tesla with a NEMA 14-50 outlet at home you may wonder if it’s better than a HPWC. Tesla’s High Powered Wall Connector (HPWC), now referred to by Tesla simply as wall connector, does what the NEMA 14 50 set up can do: charge your car. However, the two dif...[Read More]