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J.B. Straubel, co-founder of Tesla, is officially returning to the company in a new role

Tesla co-founder JB Straubel has been officially appointed to the company's board of directors following a successful shareholder vote. This move marks Straubel's return to Tesla, where he previously served as the chief technology officer (CTO) and played a pivotal role in establishing the company's technological edge in batteries and power electronics.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 17, 2023, 2:56 p.m.
Toyota CEO Believes Only Further Technological Advances Will Make Solid-state Batteries and Synthetic Fuels Suitable for Mass Production

Koji Sato, the newly appointed CEO of Toyota, has outlined the challenges and potential of solid-state batteries and synthetic fuels in an interview with Autocar.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 17, 2023, 2:42 p.m.
Limited Polo GTI Edition 25 created to celebrate a quarter-century of hot superminis

25 years of the Polo GTI! - To mark this anniversary, Volkswagen is launching the Polo GTI Edition 25 special model with an extensive standard equipment package and several design features. It will be available in Germany from June 1 at a price of 35,205 Euros.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 17, 2023, 2:11 p.m.
BMW's New Headlight Testing Tunnel enables realistic simulation of different test scenarios for road illumination and lighting effects

BMW has unveiled its latest testing facility, the Light Channel Next, situated near Munich, Germany. This state-of-the-art facility, located in a former parts warehouse in Unterschlei?heim, allows BMW to develop cutting-edge lighting technologies in a controlled environment, replicating various conditions and scenarios.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 17, 2023, 1:49 p.m.
Tesla has avoided traditional advertising methods for years. Elon Musk said that is going to change

During Tesla's 2023 annual meeting of shareholders, CEO Elon Musk revealed a surprising change in strategy. The company, known for its unconventional approach to advertising, expressed an intention to dip its toes into the realm of traditional advertising.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 17, 2023, 1:27 p.m.
Boosting EV Charging Infrastructure: LNG Electric to Install 13,000+ Charging Stations at US Hotels

LNG Electric, a Boston-based startup, aims to become one of the top three owner-operators of EV charging stations in the country by 2028 through a strategic partnership with digital infrastructure consultancy MD7. The company plans to achieve this ambitious goal by deploying a massive network of charging stations at over 13,000 hotels and 40 multifamily communities across the US.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 17, 2023, 12:40 p.m.
Lando Norris got his custom McLaren 765LT Spider in Gloss Blue Tint Visual Carbon Fiber

British Formula 1 driver Lando Norris has reason to celebrate amidst a challenging start to the 2023 season. Norris recently took delivery of his highly customized McLaren 765LT Spider, a car that truly reflects his unique taste and personality.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 17, 2023, 12:19 p.m.
Toyota President Sato Expresses Interest in Reviving the Legendary Celica

Toyota enthusiasts have long been clamoring for the revival of the iconic Celica sports car, and recent reports suggest that their wish might soon come true.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 17, 2023, noon
Europe's first EV battery swap station, built jointly by NIO and Shell, goes online

Two years after announcing their initial partnership to jointly introduce battery swapping stations for electric vehicles, NIO and Shell have opened their first station in Europe. The station is located in Harmelen, the Netherlands.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 17, 2023, 11:06 a.m.
Rheinmetall curbs with integrated electric car chargers to be installed in Germany

Rheinmetall, in collaboration with the City of Cologne and TankE GmbH, is embarking on its first pilot project to install innovative charging curbs in the public transportation space of the city.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 17, 2023, 10:30 a.m.
Kia's First Electric Purpose-Built Vehicle: Revolutionizing the Future of Mobility

In a bold move towards sustainable transportation, Kia has announced its plans to introduce its first purpose-built electric vehicle (BEV) in 2025. With an ambitious goal of manufacturing one million units by 2030, Kia aims to establish itself as a frontrunner in the electric mobility revolution.

Maksim Tropko

May 17, 2023, 8:12 a.m.
Polaris introduces 2024 Xpedition, an SUV-like overlander with improved interior space, increased storage and a range of accessories for the ultimate off-road adventure

Polaris, a renowned name in off-road vehicles, has recently unveiled its latest offering, the 2024 Xpedition. Blurring the line between an SUV and an ATV, the Polaris Xpedition is a new overlanding adventure vehicle.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 16, 2023, 9:29 p.m.
Hyundai Models Take Center Stage in "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse"

Hyundai is swinging into action in the upcoming animated film "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" as various Hyundai models make their debut on the screen.

Maksim Tropko

May 16, 2023, 9:12 p.m.
2024 Nissan GT-R Nismo gets a price tag: $100k more than base trim

Nissan recently announced the pricing for the 2024 GT-R lineup, revealing a significant $100,000 gap between the base GT-R Premium and the range-topping Nismo trim.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 16, 2023, 9:10 p.m.
Toyota Prius Gets Lowered Suspension and Stanced Wheels for a Sportier Look

Fuel efficiency meets style as Toyota introduces a new variant of the popular Prius model with lowered suspension and stanced wheels.

Maksim Tropko

May 16, 2023, 7:22 p.m.
Mercedes-Benz GLE and GLS Recalled: Air-Conditioning Issue Poses Potential Fire Hazard

Mercedes-Benz Australia has issued a recall for two of its flagship SUV models, the GLE and GLS, due to a critical problem with their air-conditioning systems. The recall affects a total of 221 vehicles from the 2018-19 GLE and GLS models, as well as 3392 vehicles from the 2019-20 GLE and GLS models.

Maksim Tropko

May 16, 2023, 5:35 p.m.
Toyota Software Security Flaw Exposes Vehicle Locations of 2 Million Cars for 10 Years

Toyota, one of the world's leading automakers, has recently revealed a major data breach that has left approximately 2.15 million vehicles vulnerable for over a decade.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 16, 2023, 3:59 p.m.
Eve Air Mobility Completes eVTOL Wind Tunnel Testing

Eve Air Mobility, a subsidiary of Brazilian aerospace manufacturer Embraer, has reached a significant milestone in its journey towards the release of an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft by completing wind tunnel testing.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 16, 2023, 3:06 p.m.
Honda's Slow Electric Car Roll-Out: A Pragmatic Approach for Real-World Utility

Honda Motor Europe President, Katsuhisa Okuda, defends the company's gradual electrification strategy, attributing the slow EV roll-out to infrastructural limitations.

Maksim Tropko

May 16, 2023, 3:01 p.m.
Fisker begins ramping up production to meet customer demand for Fisker Ocean electric vehicle

Fisker Inc. is gearing up for the next phase of production as it accelerates the global launch of its electric Fisker Ocean SUV. With customer demand soaring, Fisker plans to begin delivering vehicles to eager customers in Europe and the US starting in June.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 16, 2023, 2:41 p.m.

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