Could Saudi Arabia's Electric Car Plans Save Tesla?
For their own selfish reasons the Saudis may inadvertently be helping the world avoid the worst consequences of climate change.
Chinese Auto Show Signals Ambitions to Go Electric
The event also showcases the electric car industry’s scramble to roll out models that appeal to price-conscious but demanding Chinese drivers.
Juan Cole
Why Electric SUVs Will Save America's Car Companies
Ford and other U.S. car companies really, really need electric sport utility vehicles in order to get through the coming years.
Juan Cole
If Not Driving an Electric Car, You’re Losing Money
A new study shows that in 2017, owning and operating a purely electric vehicle such as the Chevy Bolt or Tesla 3 is cheaper than operating a gasoline automobile.
Juan Cole
The Gasoline Car Will Be History Before You Know It
The world transportation sector is a major source of carbon dioxide emissions that contributed to the ferocity of the 2017 hurricane season.
Juan Cole
Germany Sets a Record, Producing 35 Percent of Its Electricity With Renewables
More than a third of Germany's electricity this year has come from wind, solar, biomass and hydro—but the country still has a long way to go when it comes to clean energy.
Juan Cole
Oil 'Is Going to Be a Worthless Commodity,' and Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Knows It
Crude oil prices are cratering, down 20 percent this year, in the biggest six-month free fall in years.
Juan Cole
Why Saudi Extremism Is an Argument for Electric Cars, Wind and Solar Energy
Saudi Arabia has gotten too big for its britches, and the oil-producing Middle East is turning even more unstable. And if you are an American, it is your fault.
Juan Cole
The Amazing New Green Cars at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show
It was great to see the concept cars of the future at the Detroit Auto Show Saturday afternoon. But if you know me, you know I was there for news about electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids.