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Jeep CJ Surge electromod predicts possible plug-and-play EV 4×4 kit

The new CJ Surge concept is a classic pre-Wrangler Jeep with a 200-kW electric drive powering all 4 wheels. The restomod has potential to be more than just a one-and-done, allowing Mopar to explore the possibility of an aftermarket electric kit.

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Lux electric RV cat hits the water on way to sea-glamping adventure

When we looked at the Pol Lux earlier this year, it was still in the rendering stages. The unique solar-electric RV catamaran is now being tested and showcased on the water. It promises to be an exciting new way to enjoy the water all day and night.

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Two-step folding ebike powers through 150 miles of easy riding

Zectron Bikes has launched a funky looking urban ebike that can be had with dual batteries for up to 150 miles of pedal-assist riding, or around half that range on throttle only, and folds down for between-ride transport in two quick steps.

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400-mile GMC Sierra EV crab walks into the spotlight looking dashing

After the introduction of the GMC Hummer siblings and Chevy Silverado EV, it was only a matter of time before the GMC Sierra EV popped up. The sharp-looking e-Sierra debuted this week with a potent 754-hp electric 4WD and crab-walking athleticism.

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Tiny $10K electric off-roader rambles like a mini Jeep with big bed

Leave it to the French to come up with a truly unique, adorable electric off-roader. The Kilow La Bagnole looks part mini pickup, part UTV and part shrunken Jeep CJ. It zips silently across rugged terrain via an exceptionally modest 16-kW powertrain.

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Specialized Diverge STR gravel bike debuts Rear Future Shock suspension

For six years now, Specialized has featured a mini front shock absorber known as the Future Shock above the head tube of its gravel bikes. The just-announced Diverge STR, however, also sports a new Rear Future Shock that provides 30 mm of rear suspension travel.

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Lightweight cargo ebike can seat two kids to the rear

Designer Valentin Vodev created a Kickstarter for a quirky folding commuter bike in 2014, and returned in 2016 with a compact folding ebike. Now the Vello Sub has launched on Indiegogo, which is billed as one of the lightest cargo ebikes around.

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Moke officially returns to the US with electric Californian edition

The iconic open-topped Mini Moke is officially returning to the US after a 40-year hiatus, but this time the highway-legal Moke Californian will be sporting an electric drivetrain with a 50-mph top speed and a per-charge range of 80 miles.

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Lime co-founder rides out Nomad 1 fat-tire adventure ebike

About a year ago, Velotric launched a successful Indiegogo campaign to fund an urban step-through ebike capable of rolling for up to 80 miles. Now the startup is back with a fat-tire adventure model called the Nomad 1.

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