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2024 Cupra Leon hatchback spotted: Major updates coming

As the VW Golf and Skoda Octavia are set for a 2024 refresh, it's not surprising that Cupra is also testing an overhauled version of the Leon. Automotive photographers captured two test models in southern Europe, and though they may seem identical at first glance, subtle differences are present.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 13, 2023, 10:20 a.m.
Tesla Model 3 finally gets blind spot indicators

From its inception, Tesla has omitted a common safety feature often found in less expensive cars: blind-spot monitors. This has changed with the revamped Model 3.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 12, 2023, 4:47 p.m.
Xiaomi's debut electric car may go by the name of Modena and is expected to be launched later this year

Xiaomi's highly anticipated electric vehicle is likely to make its debut by the end of the current year, coinciding with the release of the company's next top-tier smartphone. Expected to be called the Xiaomi Modena, the car is set to feature a robust 101 kWh battery pack and could offer a driving range of up to 800 km (497 miles).

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 12, 2023, 4:17 p.m.
2024 Jeep Wrangler debuts in Europe with surprise return of non-electrified 2.0-liter engine

Jeep unveiled the Euro-spec version of the updated Wrangler, which gets slightly tweaked styling, more technology inside the cabin, greater off-road capability, and a surprise return of the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine in select markets in addition to the 4xe plug-in hybrid.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 12, 2023, 4:02 p.m.
Peugeot E-3008 officially debuts with a range of 525 to 700 km

The third-generation Peugeot 3008 has been officially unveiled by the French automaker, seven years after the debut of the previous iteration. First shown in all-electric guise, known as the E-3008, the all-new C-segment crossover is the first production model based on Stellantis' new STLA Medium platform.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 12, 2023, 3:33 p.m.
Two Nikola Tre BEV trucks catch fire in separate incidents amid ongoing battery recall

Two Nikola Tre BEV trucks caught fire in separate locations in the United States in the past week. One fire occurred at the company's Phoenix headquarters in Arizona, while the other was in Tempe, Arizona.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 12, 2023, 2:46 p.m.
Volkswagen enters electric bicycle market through sector with Pon Holdings

Volkswagen has revealed its foray into the electric bicycle market via its arm Volkswagen Financial Services and in collaboration with Pon Holdings, a major Netherlands-based mobility firm. The objective is for the two entities to work together to broaden electric bike leasing options for both workforce and business clients in Europe and the United States.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 12, 2023, 12:49 p.m.
Porsche and Audi recall EVs over potential fire risk from battery leaks

Porsche and Audi have announced the recall of 6,676 electric vehicles due to concerns about a potential fire hazard. Central to the problem is a risk of internal battery leakage, which could cause electrical arcing and subsequently a thermal event.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 12, 2023, 12:35 p.m.
VDL Groep reveals hydrogen fuel cell truck for Toyota’s European logistics

Following the collaboration between Toyota Motor Europe and VDL Groep announced last May, the companies have now launched their first fuel cell demo truck. By integrating Toyota’s fuel cell technology into VDL heavy-duty trucks, Toyota aims to decarbonise its logistic operations in Europe.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 12, 2023, 11:52 a.m.
Electric car drives 1,576 miles / 2,537 km on a single charge

An electric vehicle engineered by the Technical University of Munich (TUM) in Germany has shattered a world record by covering 2,573 kilometres (1,576 miles) on a single battery charge. This distance is nearly 1,000 kilometres (621 miles) greater than what the previous record set.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 12, 2023, 11:24 a.m.
Scientists have discovered the world's largest lithium deposit in an extinct US volcano

Volcanologists and geologists found what they think is the biggest lithium deposit in the world in the western United States. This important discovery could power the EV industry for decades to come.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 12, 2023, 11:02 a.m.
Sebastian Vettel drives an e-fuel Formula 1 car on the N?rburgring track

It's been a long hiatus since a Formula 1 vehicle roared around the Nurburgring, also known as the Green Hell, with the last appearance by Michael Schumacher in a demo in 2013. That gap ended with Red Bull's special event at the Nurburgring, featuring not just one, but two championship-winning vehicles navigating the race track.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 12, 2023, 10:48 a.m.
Ford prepares updated Puma crossover for European market

Ford is gearing up to launch a revamped Puma crossover in Europe. With the discontinuation of its Fiesta counterpart, the Puma is now Ford's entry-level option. This new position is accompanied by a facelift, as the carmaker intends to refresh the model’s interior and exterior design.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 12, 2023, 10:19 a.m.
BMW Group will transform Mini Plant Oxford to an all-electric production site from 2030

Production of two new electrified models – MINI Cooper 3-door and MINI Aceman - will start in the UK in 2026.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 12, 2023, 9:57 a.m.
Mercedes unveils Unimog fire trucks and ambulances for the 2023 FIREmobil event

Mercedes is showcasing several custom-built Unimog vehicles at the FIREmobil trade fair in Welzow, Brandenburg, Germany. These Unimog`s have been adapted for emergency situations, including fire trucks in single cab and crew cab body styles, as well as an ambulance version.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 11, 2023, 5:03 p.m.
Half of Norwegians now receive their mail by electric vehicles

When it comes to vehicle electrification, Norway is one of the world's leaders. As evidence, the national postal service, Posten Bring, reports that mail and packages are now delivered to half of the country's residents by electric vehicles.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 11, 2023, 4:40 p.m.
Elon Musk's plans for Tesla include compact model and robotaxi on the same platform

A new biography of the world's richest person has shed light on Tesla's future developments. Elon Musk strongly wished to launch a robo-car without steering wheel and pedals, but engineers persuaded him to make a more conventional vehicle.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 11, 2023, 4:25 p.m.
Deutsche Telekom launches 200th fast charger in Germany

In Germany, Deutsche Telekom has activated its 200th public quick-charging facility. Located in Lemgo in the central-northwest part of the country, the facility features six chargers across two DC charging stations, delivering up to 200 kW of power.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 11, 2023, 4:03 p.m.
Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 electric truck teased ahead of October 10 debut

On October 10, Mercedes-Benz Trucks will unveil its all-electric eActros 600 designed for long-haul transport. A preview image of the production-ready truck has been recently revealed by the manufacturer.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 11, 2023, 3:32 p.m.
For the first time, SUVs account for more than half of European sales

In the first half of 2023, SUVs and crossovers reached a significant milestone in Europe. For the first time, they accounted for more than half of all new vehicle sales, with a market share of 51 percent. This is a significant increase from last year, when their market share was 48 percent.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 11, 2023, 1:18 p.m.

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