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Tesla quietly buys Wiferion, a German maker of wireless chargers

Tesla has completed the acquisition of Wiferion, a German company renowned for its wireless charging technology. The acquisition follows a recent disclosure of the company's intention to sell its shares to Tesla.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 3, 2023, 10:45 a.m.
Toyota to build Subaru's upcoming electric SUV at plant that now makes Camry and RAV4

Toyota plans to build a new three-row electric crossover for Subaru in 2025 at its plant in Kentucky. This vehicle is expected to be a variant of Toyota's own three-row electric SUV, known as the bZ5X.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 3, 2023, 10:31 a.m.
New spy shots show Porsche Macan EV with almost no camouflage

The Porsche Macan EV is an electric SUV and will be the electric counterpart to Audi's Q6 e-tron. It is still in the prototype stage, but it has shed most of its camouflage, giving us a clear look at its design.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 3, 2023, 10:15 a.m.
Nearly 40-Year-Old Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series Gets Upgraded With Fresh Styling And New Turbodiesel

The 70 Series, which was originally introduced in 1984 as a replacement for the ancient 40 Series, is getting its fourth facelift. Despite the introduction of newer Land Cruiser generations over the years, Toyota has continued to offer the 70 Series in some markets, including Australia and South Africa, with frequent updates to keep it relevant.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 2, 2023, 6:06 p.m.
Ares Panther Evo: Lamborghini Huracan Tribute with Pop-Up Headlights and Retro Styling

Italian coachbuilder Ares Modena has unveiled the Panther Evo, a tribute to the iconic De Tomaso Pantera. The sports car is based on the Lamborghini Huracan Evo and features a carbon fiber body, retro styling and pop-up headlights.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 2, 2023, 5:30 p.m.
End of the Road: Mazda Cancels American Launch of MX-30 with Rotary Plug-In Hybrid

Mazda has canceled the American return of the MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV plug-in hybrid. This version of the MX-30 is equipped with a rotary range extender and a smaller battery.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 2, 2023, 2:32 p.m.
Li-Cycle Launches First European Battery Recycling Plant in Magdeburg, Germany, with Plans for Major Expansion

Li-Cycle, a North American battery recycling specialist, has opened its first European recycling plant for lithium-ion batteries in Magdeburg, Germany. The plant is called "Germany Spoke."

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 2, 2023, 1:50 p.m.
BlackBerry's Software to Power Foxconn Consortium's Electric Vehicles in Ambitious EV Vision

Foxconn's consortium, Mobility in Harmony (MIH), which includes automakers like Tata Motors and LG Energy Solution, will be using software provided by Canadian tech company BlackBerry for their electric vehicles.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 2, 2023, 1:21 p.m.
The new Porsche 911 S/T: purist special-edition model marks 60th anniversary of the 911

Porsche is celebrating the 60th anniversary of the 911 with a special edition built for maximum driving enjoyment: in a limited run of 1,963 examples, the Porsche 911 S/T offers lightweight design and a purist driving experience. For the first time, the high-revving engine from the 911 GT3 RS delivers its power to the road via a manual gearbox and lightweight clutch.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 2, 2023, noon
BMW Strengthens Electric Vehicle R&D in China with New Tech Office in Shanghai

BMW has opened a new research and development (R&D) center in Shanghai, China, known as the BMW Group Tech Office Asia-Pacific. The focus of this center is on integrating hardware and software technologies, including those related to electric cars based on the New Class architecture.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 2, 2023, 11:37 a.m.
Chevrolet Unveils Blazer EV US Prices, Deliveries Starting from Mexico Factory

Chevrolet has released the final prices for the Blazer EV in the US, which are now expected to be delivered from the factory in Mexico and available to customers to start immediately.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 2, 2023, 11:27 a.m.
Pininfarina Unveils Pura Vision SUV Concept as the Epitome of Electric Luxury

The Pura Vision is a new design concept by Automobili Pininfarina, intended to introduce a "pioneering new era of electric luxury."

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 2, 2023, 11:10 a.m.
BMW to Discontinue 6 Series Gran Turismo Due to Poor Sales Performance: Report

BMW is reportedly planning to discontinue the 6 Series Gran Turismo later in the year. While nothing is officially confirmed, it is likely that the model will be dropped from the brand's range for the 2024 model year.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 2, 2023, 10:46 a.m.
Genesis G70 will reportedly not get another generation, meaning it will be discontinued after just one generation of production

Weak sales are cited as the reason for the company's decision to halt the development of the next-generation G70.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 2, 2023, 10:31 a.m.
Toyota unveils new Land Cruiser, first of its kind with electric power steering and disconnectable anti-roll bar system

Hot on the heels of the Toyota Land Cruiser making a triumphant return to the United States, details about the new model have just been announced for Europe and select international markets. It will be sold in some countries as the Land Cruiser Prado, including Australia.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 2, 2023, 10:24 a.m.
Volvo Axes S60, V60, and S90 Models in UK

Volvo has removed the S60, V60, and V90 models from its lineup in the UK due to dwindling interest in sedans and wagons. This move reflects the growing demand for SUVs in the market.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 1, 2023, 7:55 p.m.
Driving school in Bulgaria gives the opportunity to learn on 3.6L Dodge Challenger runs on LPG

Driving school in Bulgaria offers a unique opportunity to learn on a Dodge Challenger with a 3.6L V6 Pentastar engine. Interestingly, future drivers may not have to worry about high gas bills as the car is converted to run on cheaper liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 1, 2023, 7:28 p.m.
New Volkswagen GTI brand name links the brand to an inevitable electric future

Volkswagen is updating the GTI logo for the electric era by replacing the last letter with a lightning bolt. The new logo was discovered in a trademark filed with the German Patent and Trade Mark Office.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 1, 2023, 6:41 p.m.
2024 Nissan Z Nismo returns with 420 horsepower and handling enhancements

The 2024 Nissan Z Nismo is finally here, bringing additional performance to the already impressive sports car and a more striking look that is sure to excite enthusiasts. While U.S. pricing has not been announced, we do know that the Z Nismo will go on sale this fall.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 1, 2023, 3:06 p.m.
US Air Force to purchase up to six eVTOLs from Archer worth up to $142 million

The new execution phase of the partnership between Archer and the U.S. Department of Defense includes the delivery of up to 6 of Archer's Midnight aircraft. The U.S. Air Force intends to use these aircraft for personnel transport and logistics support, rescue operations and more.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 1, 2023, 2:31 p.m.

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