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The sheet metal hides a skateboard-like platform built around a 95kWh lithium-ion battery pack that’s about as big as a king-size mattress. It channels its charge to two electric motors (one over each axle). The system provides 355 hp in normal driving conditions. This figure goes up to 402 when a boost mode kicks in. The E-Tron isn’t light, it tips the scale at nearly 5,700 pounds, but it performs the 0-60mph sprint in 5.5 seconds with the boost mode engaged. That’s a respectable statistic considering its size, segment, and mission. Range checks in at 222 miles, and quick-charging technology zaps the battery pack with 54 miles of range in just 10 minutes. … [Read more...] about The best electric cars

The number of companies that make family-friendly electric vehicles is on the rise, but the Chevrolet Bolt still stands out as the best for a number of reasons. First, it’s relatively affordable. Pricing starts at $36,620, and many buyers are eligible for the full $7,500 federal tax credit. Second, it’s available nationwide. The Hyundai Kona Electric offers more range than the Bolt at a similar price, but it’s only offered in California and a handful of other states in the northeastern part of the country. Finally, the Bolt is safe — the NHTSA gave it a five-star rating. … [Read more...] about The best family cars for 2021

Though eRapta’s waterproof offering is not as feature-rich as other cameras on the market, it still manages to deliver high-resolution images using a glass lens that’s built to withstand a range of temperatures. It offers a 149-degree viewing angle, which the company heavily boasts about. This is a “sweet spot” for backup cameras: anything bigger than that is only going to distort whatever you see, but a smaller angle isn’t going to provide enough coverage. And, at only a little over $20, there’s not a lot to stop you from investing in the camera and at least trying it out.  … [Read more...] about The best backup cameras for 2021