Electric Cars

This book goes into the origin of electric cars and the different types of electric cars, as well as the positive and negative aspects. By investing in this book, you can get a grasp of which electric cars to look into and which ones to stay away from. Advertising in this industry can trick you if you're not aware of what's really necessary for an electric car to function properly.

Learn about the development of the Electric Car with iMinds insightful knowledge series. Imagine never having to go to the service station to fill up your car. And imagine owning a car that doesn’t pollute the planet. Such notions may seem fanciful, but to eco-conscious manufacturers they are goals to strive for!Electric vehicles, or EVs, are those which are powered by an electric motor that receives its current either from rechargeable storage batteries or other sources of electrical energy.

Electric cars are steadily becoming more popular as the technology that produces them gets better and more efficient. Gone now are the days when an electric car needed to be charged every few miles, but still, there are many misconceptions about them. Electric Car: A Beginners Guide to Understanding Electric Cars seeks to eliminate many of these misconceptions and myths that surround these vehicles.

The resurgence of the electric car in modern life is a tale of adventurers, men and women who bucked the complete dominance of the fossil-fueled car to seek something cleaner, simpler and cheaper. Award-winning former Wall Street Journal reporter John Fialka documents the early days of the electric car, from the MIT/Caltech race between prototypes in the summer of 1968 to the 1987 victory of the Sunraycer in the world's first race featuring solar-powered cars.

I am a middle-class guy with a family and a very active lifestyle. We purchased a new electric car in the low $20,000 price range. This car turned out to be one of the best decisions we have ever made for our finances, time management, and overall happiness. I share my personal experience with all the details of deciding on the purchase, driving attributes, cost of charging, winter driving, and maintenance costs. You will learn everything there is to know about owning and driving an electric vehicle, and learn how an EV can be fun, economical, and reliable.

Electric cars are becoming more common around the world. Young listeners will get a basic introduction to the main parts of these vehicles. They will see how electric cars are different from gas-powered vehicles and why electric cars are better for the environment. Get young listeners excited about electric vehicles!

Long Hard Road provides an inside look at the birth of the lithium-ion battery, from its origins in academic labs around the world to its transition to its new role as the future of automotive power. It chronicles the piece-by-piece development of the battery, from its early years when it was met by indifference from industry to its later emergence in Japan where it served in camcorders, laptops, and cell phones. The book is the first to provide a glimpse inside the Japanese corporate culture that turned the lithium-ion chemistry into a commercial product.

"Elon Musk: The Unauthorized Biography" unveils the life and vision of one of the most audacious innovators of our time. From revolutionizing electric vehicles with Tesla to redefining space travel through SpaceX, Musk has reshaped industries with an unrelenting drive and fearless ambition. This book takes readers beyond the headlines, diving into Musk’s relentless pursuit of Mars colonization, his bold acquisition of Twitter, and his mission to integrate AI and human intelligence with Neuralink. Explore Musk’s minimalist lifestyle, unorthodox management style, and his unique approach ...

Electric cars are different than most cars because you have to plug them in to make them go.

Take a look at the vehicle sitting in your driveway. It may be the last one you ever own. With an estimated 33 million fully autonomous cars and taxis projected to hit the road by 2040, an automotive renaissance is soon to be upon us. Personal car ownership currently costs the average sedan owner $9,000 annually. But car ownership may soon be a thing of the past.

Skidders flaunt the law. These two-wheeled terrorists take on an increasingly mechanized future where autonomous cars dominate transportation. Washington politics grapples with laws to make them safer while foreign adversaries plot and scheme ways to hijack the president’s new self-driving car. Meanwhile, right-wing historical reenactors launch their assault on San Francisco backed by the mighty German Panther tank, owned by an eclectic collector of historical military vehicles. An Oakland motorcycle gang, led by Skull, joins them. Nick, a car industry insider, has a bird-eye view of ...

From surf music to hot-rod records to the sunny pop of the Beach Boys and the Mamas & the Papas, Hollywood Eden captures the fresh blossom of a young generation who came together in the epic spring of the 1960s to invent the myth of the California Paradise. Central to the story is a group of sun-kissed teens from the University High School class of 1959 - a class that included Jan & Dean, Nancy Sinatra, and future members of the Beach Boys - who came of age in Los Angeles at the dawn of a new golden era when anything seemed possible.

The wheel was invented more than 5,000 years ago, and it has brought some awesome vehicles our way. But this invention isn't done giving! Take a tour of some of the most unique and fascinating vehicles around.

This book covers a broad range of information that one should be aware of before investing in an electric car charging station installer company. The glossary type book is filled with industry-specific terms and definitions that are related to charging stations, such as AC charging, DC fast charging, and SAE J1772 Plug. The explanations provided in the book are concise and easily understandable for both novices and experts. The book discusses the different types of companies that provide charging stations installation services such as turnkey providers, consulting services or network ...

Human transportation has come a long way since the invention of the wheel. Vehicles of all sorts have us speeding across land, through water, and in the skies. What might be next? From self-driving cars to jet packs, listeners will discover exciting new ways they may get around in the future.

An electric car is often referred to as an electric vehicle or EV. In Select Your Electric Car, I explore the various options of EVs available in the United States. If you live in California or in one of the other states which have similar zero emission vehicle standards, you will have more choices. These states have laws that car companies selling cars in their state must provide a certain percentage of EVs. I am going to focus on the EVs which are widely available in the US now (2018).

The Americanization of a British icon... Was it even possible? He’s a World Famous Reality TV Star obsessed with fast cars, descended from nobility. She’s a broke but independent American mechanic with nefarious ancestors, just trying to make ends meet in the swamplands of Louisiana.What will happen when they work together on the classic ’64 Musang that nearly ended his life? Will his stalkers catch up to him at his hidden estate in Forever, Montana? And what’s with Pepé the hitchhiking skunk? Laugh out loud at the collision of cultures and attitudes when two very different people ...

Conquer the ASE A6 Exam: Your Guide to Electrical/Electronic Systems is an essential study guide for automotive technicians preparing for the ASE A6 certification. This comprehensive resource delves into every aspect of vehicle electrical and electronic systems, providing detailed explanations, real-world examples, and expert exam strategies. The guide covers fundamental principles of electricity, including voltage, current, and resistance, as well as advanced topics such as computerized engine controls, hybrid and electric vehicle systems, and diagnostic troubleshooting. Each chapter is ...

"Conquer the ASE B5 Exam: Your Guide to Mechanical & Electrical Components" is a comprehensive study guide designed to help aspiring technicians prepare for the ASE B5 exam. The book covers key topics related to mechanical and electrical components in collision repair, with a focus on practical applications and troubleshooting techniques. Readers will learn how to diagnose and repair critical systems like the cooling system, electrical system, brake components, and HVAC systems. Each chapter delves into the function, common failures, and repair strategies for specific components, providing ...

Tessi is a spunky electric car who's on a mission to change the world. When she's adopted by a new family, Tessi knows that she's meant to do more than just take them from point A to point B. She's determined to educate the world about the benefits of electric cars and renewable energy.