The next generation of electric vehicles is already here

CES is the place to see the new (And very strange) innovations in technology, but this does not stop at Giant TVsAnd wild computers And future tools. This year, the annual tech show is back in Las Vegas in full force and reminding us that it’s one of the best places to see the best in the world. Cars of all kinds – Including those powered by renewable energy.

Sustainability and environmental friendliness are growing trends in every sector of the tech industry, so it’s a no-brainer to see more electric cars and related innovations at CES 2023. Here are some of the best. Curious about what you might have missed at CES 2023? Take a look at The best products from this year’s fair (And Some are bad).

The Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX is an exciting electric vehicle that will make gas consumers drool

the Vision EQXX The test car was designed from the ground up and can travel up to 620 miles on a full charge without adding extra bulky batteries, making this concept car Mercedes’ most efficient car yet. EQXX has an AI avatar like KITT from Knight Rider, only more futuristic; All this on one floating screen. I need to know what I find most attractive, which is internal or external.

Verge TS Ultra motorcycles have serious Tron vibes

the ts edge The Line is coming to the US in 2023. The Supercharged Super will have a top speed of 124 mph and can be supercharged in 25 minutes, making it the coolest bike ever. With an estimated range of 233 miles on a full charge, the Ultra makes 201 horsepower. The bike can go from 0 to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds. The motor is located at the trailing edge, which gives the bike a lower center of gravity and allows for a larger battery in the bike’s frame. Ultra will cost you $44,900. If that’s too rich for your blood, there are two more models: the TS Pro for $29,900 and the TS for $26,900.

Who needs an outlet when you have a team?

the Team It’s a two-passenger car with a small solar panel on its roof that provides up to 19.2 miles on a sunny day. The golf cart-like vehicle can travel up to 60 miles on a single full charge. The powertrain consists of two 2kW rear motors powered by four interchangeable 1.6kWh batteries. It has a top speed of just under 30 mph. The car has 4-wheel disc brakes, seat belts and a turn-down box for safety. It may not be the sportiest car on the block, but it saves you money both at the pump and at its $6,250 US price tag.

Snow bike riding

the Moonbike He is 163 lbs drivable and is part snowmobile and part bike. It can support a 264-pound rider, put out 170 Nm of torque and reach a top speed of 26 mph. The latest Moonbike game is adding mobile support to its products, with an iOS and Android app that allows riders to track their routes and elevation, and to connect with other cyclists. The bike currently retails for $8,900.

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The BMW Concept doubles as your friend

Technology can be very impersonal. BMW’s i Vision Dee Hope to fix that. Using cutting-edge artificial intelligence, this concept car ditches the server schtick for Siri and Alexa. Instead, you hope to double your car and boyfriend. The i Vision Dee is an EV sports car with an exterior made up of 240 E-ink panels. You can use these panels to program a digital face in the car’s grille—since it’s an EV, the grille-provided ventilation isn’t usually necessary—or change the car’s colors with the click of a button.

The BMW i Vision Dee is just a concept for now, but some of its features will carry over to actual BMW cars. BMW CEO Oliver Zips, for example, said that the AI-powered HUB technology the company has put into the i Vision Dee will arrive in real cars in 2025. —Daniel van Boom

A flying car is really happening, for real this time

We have been waiting for flying cars ever since the least Jetsons, we are now on the verge of making that dream come true. And by “we” I mean a company called Aska, which revealed its A5 flying car at CES 2023. It’s more than just a concept: Aska has opened pre-orders for the $789,000 car. At CES 2023, Jay Kaplinsky, co-founder of Aska, said FAA approval for the A5 could happen “within a month.” Aska hopes to use the A5 to start a ride-sharing service in 2026. – Daniel Van Boom

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sea ​​tesla

As you’ve probably noticed, electric vehicles are hot right now. But why stop on the roads? Candela C8 EV hydrofoil boat It is a slippery bowl that glides along the water like a flying carpet, According to CNET’s Bridget Carey. Aside from making EVs exciting, Candela’s C8 takes cues from Tesla in another key way: autonomous boating, where the C8 can stick to a set course. The entire boat is made of carbon fiber, including the seats, which explains its $390,000 price tag. – Daniel Van Boom

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The first Sony car is coming in 2026

Electric cars are big business, and Sony wants to be in. The electronics giant is Collaborating with Honda on a new brand of electric cars It’s called Afeela. The Afeela logo appears on a narrow screen or “media bar” on the car’s front bumper. This can also interact with people outside the vehicle and share information such as the weather or the vehicle’s charge status.

Unlike the car Sony showed off at CES 2020 all those years ago, this one is already hitting the market. There’s no word yet on pricing, but Sony has said its Afeela will hit North American roads in 2026. Japan and Europe will follow. – Daniel Van Boom

Transformers-inspired bike that fits under a desk

Is this electric bike more than meets the eye? There’s little risk of confusing the Tatamel for a stealthy robot, but you don’t often see an electric bike that folds up like a transformer to the size of a suitcase and fits under a desk. in CES 2023This is exactly what the Japanese company Icoma has offered with Tatamel. It’s more than just a last-mile bike, too. An electric battery pack can be used to charge devices, which can be useful in emergency situations.

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