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BYD has released a new video of the Yangwang U9 electric hypercar. The car literally jumps over road spikes and other obstacles on its way, showing a high level of control and maneuverability thanks to the autonomous control system.
Hyundai has announced a branded crossover Creta Electric. The novelty became the first representative of the series with an electric powertrain, retaining the recognizable design.
According to research firm TrendForce, global sales of electric vehicles of all types, including hybrids, will reach 4.123 million units in the third quarter of 2024, up 19.3% from the same period in 2023.
Xiaomi SU7 electric car has received a major software update. The HyperOS 1.4.5 firmware has added a number of new features, including video calls using the car's interior camera, enhanced charging station search capabilities, and other interesting innovations.
Chery presented its new C-DM 5.0 hybrid platform at a special conference in China. The Chery Fengyun A8L sedan built on its basis set a record among Chinese cars in terms of range.
A prototype of the future Mercedes-Benz CLA has set a world record for the longest 24-hour electric vehicle run. The pilot's task was to drive as many kilometers as possible in 24 hours. The record was set despite 40 stops for recharging.
The Japanese company Sanyo Trading organized an exhibition of Chinese electric cars in its home country, where more than a dozen disassembled models were presented. Thanks to this, experts from the Land of the Rising Sun managed to understand the secret of the cheapness of cars from the Celestial Empire.
Cybertruck owners have discovered that the front bumper of the electric pickup constantly collects snow and ice, which causes icy headlights. This causes the driver to have visibility problems in winter conditions, when the electric vehicle is supposed to provide maximum safety to road users.
Honda has announced the date for the presentation of its two new cars based on the Honda Zero electric platform, as well as the operating system for them. Judging by the official teaser, one of the key features of both models will be the original body design.
Nick, a Tesla Cybertruck owner from Seattle, Washington, encountered an unpleasant surprise after he attached a magnet to his electric pickup truck. After some time, the first signs of corrosion appeared on the body of the electric car.
Lamborghini planned to start producing full-fledged electric cars after 2025, and a year ago even showed a Lanzador concept with a 1 MW engine. Like many other companies, the Italian automaker has revised plans to electrify its cars.
Porsche is preparing to introduce a second generation of the wildly successful Porsche Taycan EV – and it will be twinned with an electric version of the Porsche Panamera as part of a new “electrified luxury” plan under which up to six electric models will be ushered in by the end of this decade.
Both new EVs are based on a sporting version of the Volkswagen GroupРІР‚в„ўs Scalable Systems Platform (SSP), which is being developed by Porsche.
Maserati has outlined further details of its bold revival plan, including the name of its new, smaller SUV model that's due in 2021.
The brand's important second SUV, following the larger Levante, will be called the Grecale - named after the "fierce north-east wind of the Mediterranean Sea".
Destined to play "a key role in the brand's development", the Porsche Macan rival will be built on the same production line as the Alfa Romeo Stelvio in the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) plant in Cassino, Italy.
The aftermarket specialists from G-Power revealed today a new tuning program for the BMW X6M, which includes both a powerkit and a body kit. G-Power's new power package increases the BMW X6M's 4.4-liter V8 biturbo engine from 575 hp to 750 hp / 551 kW at 6,500 rpm (+175hp / 129 kW) and 980 Nm of torque from 3000-4500 rpm (+230Nm).
The extra horsepower enables G-Power's X6M Bimmer to reach a top speed of more than 300 km/h and to run the quarter mile in 11.5 seconds. G-Power's new power kit for the BMW X6M includes the Bi-Tronik 2 V3 remap of the ECU (4,400.00 EUR), a new supercharger (3,850.00 EUR), downpipes with high performance catalysts (3,190.00 EUR), and a titanium exhaust system with four 102 mm carbon-titanium tailpipes (5,560.00 EUR).
Audi has released the first images and details of its fourth-generation A6 Allroad ahead of it going on sale in August.
Dubbed the A6 Allroad quattro, it arrives as Audi celebrates two decades since the first Allroad model was launched. Like its predecessors, itРІР‚в„ўs based on the standard A6 Avant but adds rugged styling details, a raised ride height and standard all-wheel drive.
The A6 AllroadРІР‚в„ўs body sits 45mm higher than the A6 Avant's, with standard adaptive air suspension tuned specifically for the off-road-focused model. It adjusts the ride height significantly depending on the carРІР‚в„ўs speed and driving mode, lowering it at speeds above 74mph for better aerodynamic efficiency.
Kia will expand its already diverse Ceed line-up with a fourth bodystyle, the Xceed crossover, which has been shown in an image ahead of its unveiling later this month.
The Xceed will sit alongside the existing Ceed hatchback, Ceed Sportswagon estate and Proceed shooting brake when it goes on sale later this year. More of a Ford Focus Active rival than a fully-fledged SUV, it sits between the smaller Stonic and mid-size Sportage.
The side profile shot reveales that the Xceed is similar to the hatchback fore of the B-pillar but has more prominent shoulders, a chunkier rear-end and a sloping roofline. It also features the typical plastic lower body cladding and larger wheels.
Kia claims the new Xceed "represents a sporty alternative to traditional larger SUVs", with an elevated ride height but a lower hip point than cars like the Sportage giving a sportier driving position and better handling.
The SEMA Show is in full swing in Las Vegas this week, and Lexus is on hand with a roster of customized vehicles of its own. But the most intriguing, to our eyes, is also the most restrained.
Designed to appeal to wine connoisseurs, this custom ES 350 F Sport wears a special claret-red metallic paintjob and accents made from reclaimed oak barrels. It even has a wine refrigerator on board, and special cupholders for wine glasses and bottles. And it's topped off with a set of 20-inch Rays alloys and an Artisan Spirit aero kit.
The Nissan Terra made its public debut at the 2018 Beijing Motor Show in April this year and is already available to order in China and Southeast Asia. Despite earlier rumors that it might eventually reach the U.S. market, it seems that the Japanese automaker has taken the decision not to sell it in America. At least, for now.
A confirmation of Nissan’s plans comes from Hironori Awano, chief vehicle engineer of the Terra, who recently declared that a launch in the United States “is out of our scope." While he acknowledged "the size is very nice for the U.S. market," safety requirements and other problems make it impossible to sell the seven-seat body-on-frame SUV Stateside.
On paper, a hybrid SUV sounds like an ideal blend, a car that offers versatility with a roomy interior and above-average fuel economy. The reality is a bit more complicated. Since SUVs sit higher off the ground, they create more aerodynamic drag than a sleek hybrid hatchback such as the Toyota Prius, which can achieve 50 mpg.
Finding somewhere to locate the hybrid battery pack, especially in an SUV that also needs to offer all-wheel drive, presents an additional challenge for automakers. Rear-seat and cargo space often suffer as a result. And while interest in hybrids tends to rise along with fuel prices, regular crossovers generally carry significantly lower prices without a major penalty at the pump.