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2025 Kia Carnival debuts in Korea with updated design and hybrid variant

Kia has released initial images and details of the updated Carnival, set to hit the Korean market next month. The flagship minivan now showcases Kia's most recent design elements and includes a hybrid engine choice, three years following the launch of its fourth generation.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 27, 2023, 3:05 p.m.
Electric Land Rover Defender to be built in Slovakia

JLR has today confirmed that its Nitra plant in Slovakia will produce electric vehicles as part of the company's Reimagine strategy, which will see nine new electric vehicles launched by 2030.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 27, 2023, 2:58 p.m.
Kia Australia partners with local company to reuse, repurpose and recycle EV batteries

Kia Australia is taking steps to extend the lifespan of batteries in its electric vehicles by forming a collaboration with a domestic company that specializes in battery reuse, repurposing, and recycling.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 27, 2023, 2:05 p.m.
Lucid issues recall for Air model due to overheating seat heaters

If you own a Lucid Air EV and plan to have rear-seat passengers, it's important to make sure your vehicle's software is up to date. That's because a design quirk could cause the rear seat heaters to overheat, potentially burning you.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 27, 2023, 11:59 a.m.
The Wuling Mini EV Cabrio is weirdly impractical yet utterly charming

Electric convertibles are rare, but if you live in China, you can look at the Wuling Mini EV. Priced at about $14,000, it holds the title for the world's most affordable electric open-top.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 27, 2023, 11:44 a.m.
Volvo EX30 to be built in Europe from 2025 after 'strong demand

Volvo Cars announced today that the all-new all-electric Volvo EX30 will be produced at the Ghent plant in Belgium from 2025.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 27, 2023, 11:25 a.m.
Apple reportedly confirms iPhone 15’s NFC could be killed by BMW and Toyota wireless charging

Apple has acknowledged that a certain BMW (and even Toyota models) could damage the NFC chip in the new iPhone 15 series. The tech giant promised to make a fix available later this year.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 27, 2023, 10:58 a.m.
bp boosts EV charging network with $100 million order of Tesla ultra-fast chargers

BP announced a deal in which BP pulse, BP's EV charging business, will acquire ultra-fast charging hardware units from Tesla for $100 million. The investment will facilitate the expansion of bp pulse's public network across the U.S.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 27, 2023, 10:35 a.m.
Tesla Model X owner is tired of the touch screen, installed physical buttons

Tesla's minimalist aesthetic in car interiors appeals to many, but not everyone is thrilled. For example, a Model X owner from China customized his car to include a set of physical buttons for easier access to key functions.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 26, 2023, 6:43 p.m.
2025 Kia K5 gets updated lighting and curved displays in the interior

In the midst of the growing popularity of crossovers, Kia hasn't slowed down in refreshing its sedan lineup. The K5, previously known as the Optima, is receiving a mid-cycle update nearly four years after its current fifth-generation model made its debut.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 26, 2023, 2:12 p.m.
Mercedes EQA & EQB now available for order in Europe

Mercedes-Benz has opened orders in Europe for the update versions of the EQA and EQB electric models. Unveiled in August, the new editions of the two EVs are priced at a similar level to their predecessors.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 26, 2023, 1:56 p.m.
Stellantis and Orano to recover materials from dead lithium-ion batteries

Stellantis N.V. and Orano today announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding to establish a joint venture for recycling end-of-life electric vehicle batteries and scrap from gigafactories in Enlarged Europe and North America.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 26, 2023, 1:39 p.m.
Xpeng unveils van with built-in drone and sports car with quadcopter functionality

Xpeng has showcased a car that can fly and also a van that houses a drone, aimed at aiding search and rescue operations.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 26, 2023, 1:26 p.m.
Lexus mulls creating its own EV charging infrastructure in Japan, inspired by Tesla

Lexus is considering setting up its own electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Japan, similar to Tesla's approach, to encourage domestic consumers to opt for its electric cars. Lexus CEO Takashi Watanabe told journalists that if they can attract Japanese buyers, it should be possible to do the same globally.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 26, 2023, 12:07 p.m.
Nissan celebrates 90th anniversary with BE@RBRICK toy that's too adorable to resist

Nissan is ringing in its 90th year this December, and they've decided to move beyond the usual documentaries and historical retrospectives. They're opting instead for a tangible keepsake that captures the brand's storied legacy.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 26, 2023, 11:49 a.m.
BMW, Mercedes, VW, Audi will be among the major automakers to ignore Geneva Auto Show 2024

Major German automakers won't participate in the revived auto show in Switzerland. There are also doubts about the participation of Stellantis brands.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 26, 2023, 11:34 a.m.
TikTok challenge prompts Hyundai Motor America to launch free anti-theft software clinics to protect vehicles

Hyundai is launching a series of free anti-theft software installation clinics. The move comes in partnership with a number of local government officials, police departments and community organizations.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 26, 2023, 11:22 a.m.
Renault Niagara hybrid pickup previewing the styling language of future production models

Renault unveiled a new concept in Brazil, signaling the direction for "several" new production vehicles that will launch globally, excluding Europe, by 2027. Known as the Renault Niagara, this concept is a pickup truck featuring an adventurous design and equipped with an E-Tech hybrid 4x4 drivetrain.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 26, 2023, 10:46 a.m.
2024 Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra offer faster cold-weather charging in Japan

Toyota and Subaru have unveiled a set of updates for the 2024 model year of their bZ4X and Solterra electric vehicles in Japan, emphasizing enhanced charging speeds in cold weather conditions. The Toyota bZ4X also adds more standard features, while the Subaru Solterra sees improvements to its safety package.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 26, 2023, 10:29 a.m.
Renault Kardian is a new compact crossover that will not even be available in France

This all-new vehicle is the inaugural model in an extensive lineup aimed at a global audience, signaling Renault's updated approach for markets outside of Europe. Initially, the Kardian will launch in Latin America and eventually make its way to other non-European territories.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 25, 2023, 6:06 p.m.

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