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Seven Major Automakers Unite to Create New EV Charging Network in North America

BMW Group, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz and Stellantis are forming a joint venture to create a new public EV charging network in North America.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 26, 2023, 8:09 p.m.
Cargo Ship Carrying 3,000 Mercedes Catches Fire Off Dutch Coast, One Crew Member Dead

The cargo ship Fremantle Highway caught fire off the coast of the Netherlands while carrying nearly 3,000 cars. The ship was en route from Germany to Egypt when the fire started, reportedly near an unspecified electric vehicle.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 26, 2023, 7:58 p.m.
Zenvo Aurora Shows Quad-Turbo 6.6-Liter V12 With 1,250 Horsepower

Zenvo, a Danish sports car marque, is preparing to launch a new model called the Aurora. It will be equipped with a quad-turbo, 6.6-liter V12 engine, which has a total output of 1,250 horsepower at 8,000 rpm.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 26, 2023, 7:38 p.m.
New 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Teased with Classic FJ62 Design Cues

Toyota is teasing the design of its new Land Cruiser model, which is expected to arrive for the 2024 or (more likely) 2025 model year.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 26, 2023, 2:38 p.m.
LiquidPiston gives combustion engines a second life, increasing power by 10 times and efficiency by 30%

LiquidPiston, a company founded by Dr. Alexander Shkolnik and Dr. Nikolay Shkolnik, has developed a major reimagining of the traditional combustion engine. Their X-Engine, based on a patented thermodynamic cycle, offers a tenfold increase in power and 30% more fuel efficiency compared to traditional engines.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 26, 2023, 1:21 p.m.
The world's first flying electric car heads to U.S. dealerships as it racks up $750 million in pre-orders

Alef Aeronautics has developed the world's first flying electric car, called "Model A," with vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) capabilities. "Model A" received legal approval and a Special Airworthiness Certification from the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to take flight in the US.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 26, 2023, 1:10 p.m.
Honda shifts focus to electric SUVs, The Honda E compact electric car may not get a successor

Honda's E electric car, which was released in 2020 in Europe and Japan, may not receive a follow-up model. The automaker has no plans to produce more cars of the same size as the Honda E.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 26, 2023, 12:44 p.m.
Volvo has filed a patent for a high-tech flexible vehicle wing for better aerodynamic efficiency

Volvo has filed a patent for a high-tech flexible vehicle wing with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The patent includes details on the wing assembly, operation, and benefits.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 26, 2023, 11:57 a.m.
Next-generation Mazda MX-5 Miata will be electrified

Mazda has confirmed the next-generation 2026 MX-5 Miata will be electrified. But the automaker stopped short of saying what form the electrification will take—fully EV, hybrid, or plug-in hybrid.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 26, 2023, 11:47 a.m.
Chevrolet announces the next generation of the Bolt EV with an Ultium battery

General Motors announced today that it’s developing a next-generation Chevrolet Bolt based on the automaker’s Ultium battery and drive technology to deliver “great affordability, range and technology.”

Evgenii Ushakov

July 26, 2023, 11:28 a.m.
2024 Mitsubishi Triton Unvield: Bold styling, advanced safety and improved underpinnings take center stage

Mitsubishi has unveiled the sixth generation of the Triton/L200 midsize pickup truck, which is a full redesign after 9 years. The update aims to enhance its competitiveness against rivals like the Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 26, 2023, 10:57 a.m.
Google Maps' eco-friendly routing feature has helped drivers avoid 1.2 million tons of CO2 emissions

By the end of 2022, it is estimated that green routing has helped prevent more than 1.2 million metric tons of carbon emissions since its launch in late 2021 - the equivalent of taking approximately 250,000 gasoline-powered cars off the road for a year.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 26, 2023, 10:27 a.m.
Audi has explained why the Q6 E-Tron active headlights will not be offered in the U.S.

The Audi Q6 E-Tron is equipped with new active lighting technology that can adjust the brightness of its headlights automatically to avoid blinding oncoming traffic. Despite having this technology, the feature won't be available in the United States due to Federal safety standards.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 26, 2023, 10:10 a.m.
Chinese Kit Transforms Classic VW Beetle into an Electric Vehicle for Just $2,000

Chinese companies on the Alibaba online marketplace are offering electric vehicle (EV) conversion kits for the classic Volkswagen Beetle at a significantly lower cost compared to other options in the market.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 25, 2023, 7:06 p.m.
2024 Ford Bronco Sport Unveils Colorful Free Wheeling Special Edition and Black Appearance Package

Ford is introducing the 2024 model year for the Bronco Sport with a retro twist. They are reviving an appearance package called "Free Wheeling" that was previously offered in the late 1970s for various Ford models.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 25, 2023, 6:56 p.m.
Manhart MH3 400d: Unleashing the Power of Diesel with a Sinister 380-HP BMW 3 Series Sedan

Manhart, a tuning company, has developed the MH3 400d, which is based on the BMW 3 Series in M340d guise. It's a diesel-powered sedan with a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-six engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission that sends power to all four wheels. In its standard form, it produces 335 horsepower and 700 Newton-meters (516 pound-feet) of torque.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 25, 2023, 3:35 p.m.
CATL, one of the leading manufacturers of batteries for EVs, has created an aviation division that will focus on electric aircraft

CATL is entering the development of electric aircraft, for which the battery giant founded a joint venture with the state-owned aircraft manufacturer Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC) and the Shanghai Jiao Tong University Enterprise Development Group.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 25, 2023, 3:05 p.m.
Microlino all-electric light vehicle to be launched in France with prices starting at 22,990 euros

The Swiss automotive company Micro Mobility now offers its all-electric lightweight vehicle Microlino in France, with the first vehicles to be delivered in the coming weeks. The small electric vehicle is already available in Germany and Switzerland.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 25, 2023, 2:49 p.m.
Mercedes aims to help fix Boston's potholes using data collected from car suspensions

Mercedes-Benz is partnering with the city of Boston in a pilot program to explore vehicle-to-infrastructure communication. Data gathered from Mercedes vehicles' suspension systems will be used to identify potholes, uneven roads, and other infrastructure issues.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 25, 2023, 1:43 p.m.
Tesla reportedly to build $24,000 EV in India for local and export markets

Tesla is reportedly planning to build an all-new electric vehicle (EV) that could be priced at around $24,000. The company is in talks with India's commerce minister to discuss the possibility of setting up a manufacturing plant in India to produce this affordable EV for both the local and export markets.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 25, 2023, 1:25 p.m.

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