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Nissan to Give Classic GT-R a New Lease on Life with Electric Conversion

Nissan's Japanese division has announced plans to convert a classic R32-generation GT-R into an electric vehicle. The project is still in its early stages, but a recent walk-around video posted by the company on Twitter gives us a glimpse of the car in its current state.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 10, 2023, 12:59 p.m.
Mini Introduces Spike, the Adorable Digital Personal Assistant for Its New Model Family

Mini has unveiled the latest addition to its infotainment system, a digital personal assistant named Spike, which takes the form of an English Bulldog. Mini Spike will be available in the brand's new-generation models and will make its debut at the 2023 Auto Shanghai in China.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 10, 2023, 11:57 a.m.
Bridgestone develops tire using 75% recycled and renewable materials including recycled bottles, recycled steel and natural rubber

Bridgestone has announced that it is testing a new line of tires for electrified SUVs and crossovers made primarily from recycled and renewable materials. The company has created 200 sets of these eco-friendly tires and will work with automakers throughout the year to refine them.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 10, 2023, 11:37 a.m.
Walmart to Build Thousands of EV Charging Stations by 2030

Walmart, the world's largest retailer, plans to build its own network of EV charging stations at its U.S. stores, adding to its existing network of nearly 1,300 charging stations.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 10, 2023, 10:47 a.m.
Tesla to build energy storage Megafactory in China

Tesla will build a megafactory in Shanghai, China, to produce Megapacks, a large battery system used in large-scale energy storage projects for electric utilities.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 10, 2023, 10:25 a.m.
Rivian introduces 700-hp Performance Dual-Motor AWD powertrain for R1T and R1S

Rivian has launched a new powertrain option with 700 horsepower and 700 pound-feet of torque, dubbed the Performance Dual-Motor AWD system, for its R1T and R1S electric vehicles.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 7, 2023, 9:52 p.m.
Honda proposes spiral exhaust pipes that look like curly pigtails for future cars, all in the name of saving weight and increasing efficiency

The patent filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on March 30, 2023, suggests the muffler be positioned at the outboard extremities of the car's undercarriage to serve as an integral element of the exhaust system and a shield to prevent water from spraying up from the rear wheels.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 7, 2023, 2:15 p.m.
Swivel seats, the coolest feature of the Kia EV9, won't be available in the U.S. market

After a long wait, the Kia EV9 has finally reached the North American market. However, when it reaches US-based dealerships in the fourth quarter of 2023, customers may be disappointed to find one brilliant feature missing: the swivel seats that allows the second-row passengers to rotate 180 degrees and face the third row.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 7, 2023, 1:52 p.m.
Tesla employees shared sensitive car camera footage recorded by customer cars in private messaging groups

Despite Tesla's assurance of protecting customer privacy, former employees revealed that groups of workers privately shared highly sensitive videos and images recorded by customers' car cameras, including embarrassing situations, crashes, and road-rage incidents.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 7, 2023, 1:22 p.m.
Mansory Unleashes Carbon-Fiber Madness on Fifth-Generation Range Rover

Mansory, the German tuning company, has released an extensive range of carbon-fiber upgrades for the new Land Rover, including a hood, front apron, side skirts, spoilers, and more.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 7, 2023, 12:59 p.m.
After several years of discussion, the U.S. Air Force has chosen the designation for the B-52 Stratofortress bomber with the new Rolls Royce F130 commercial engines

As soon as the Boeing B-52 Stratofortress bombers get the new Rolls Royce F130 engines, the B-52H will become the B-52J. This became known from the Air Force’s fiscal 2024 budget documents.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 7, 2023, 12:11 p.m.
Honda recalls over half a million CR-Vs due to potential frame corrosion issue in 'salt-belt' states

Honda is recalling 563,000 CR-Vs from model years 2007-2011 that were sold or registered in parts of the United States where winter road salt usage is common. The recall was issued to address a potential frame corrosion issue that could cause the car's rear trailing arms to detach while in motion, potentially leading to a loss of control and a crash.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 7, 2023, 11:29 a.m.
Toyota's new Corolla Cross Hybrid priced at $29,305 with all-wheel drive as standard

Toyota's fifth-generation hybrid system and electronic all-wheel drive are now available in the Corolla Cross Hybrid, with a starting price of $29,305 including a $1,335 destination fee.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 7, 2023, 11:18 a.m.
ABT's Roof Solar Modules Boost ID. Buzz Electric Van's Range by 1,865 Miles Per Year

German tuning specialist ABT has developed roof solar modules for the long-wheelbase version of the ID. Buzz electric van that can provide up to 600 watts of peak power and an extra 1,865 miles of range per year without needing a grid connection.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 7, 2023, 10:53 a.m.
FUELL's new e-bikes can outlast some electric cars with up to 225 miles of range

FUELL's latest e-bikes, the Flluid-2 and Flluid-3, offer a range of up to 225 miles (350 km) on a single charge, making them a strong contender for those seeking a car replacement.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 6, 2023, 2:54 p.m.
Kia's First US-Made EV, 2024 EV9, Unveiled at New York Auto Show

Kia unveiled the all-electric 2024 EV9 SUV for the first time in North America at the 2023 New York International Auto Show. Targeted to go on sale in the U.S. in Q4 2023, and expected to be assembled in West Point, Georgia, starting in 2024.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 6, 2023, 2:36 p.m.
Toyota announces pricing and range details for 2023 Prius Prime ahead of its release

Toyota has announced the pricing and range details for the 2023 Prius Prime, which is set to arrive at dealerships across the United States in May. The new model starts at $32,350, which is $4,900 more expensive than the standard Prius, excluding the destination fee. It is also $3,580 pricier than the previous Prius Prime model.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 6, 2023, 2:09 p.m.
Turn Your Land Rover Defender into a Tank with Defender Mods’ New Kit

Looking for a more rugged off-road experience? Defender Mods’ new “Tank Edition” kit replaces your SUV’s wheels with tank tracks for ultimate terrain freedom.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 6, 2023, 1:52 p.m.
Thule Launches Innovative Hard-Shell Cargo Box for Electric Vehicles

Swedish company Thule has created an efficient, practical solution for electric vehicle owners with their new hitch-mounted hard-shell cargo box, designed to improve efficiency and make storage hassle-free.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 6, 2023, 1:11 p.m.
Mazda Unveils Updated 2024 Mazda3 with Enhanced Safety and Tech Features

Mazda has revealed its updated 2024 Mazda3 in Japan, boasting a bigger 10.25-inch infotainment screen, wireless charging, and an Inattentive Warning function for improved safety, among other tech revisions.

Evgenii Ushakov

April 6, 2023, 12:46 p.m.

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