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The ?koda Academy’s Car project is back: This year marks the ninth time ?koda students are designing and building their dream car

29 vocational students at the ?koda Academy have already started working on their Student Car. Since the 2013/14 academic year, apprentices have created their very own dream car with the expert guidance of their instructors – from a blank page to the finished one-of-a-kind vehicle.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 28, 2023, 10:17 a.m.
Bugatti Has Its Own Metrologist Who Measures Tolerances Between Components

When creating some of the world's swiftest cars, Bugatti must meet standards that many other car manufacturers may have never even heard about. To ensure that each component fits perfectly on its supercars, Bugatti has taken the extra step and brought in a specialized metrologist for their operation.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 27, 2023, 6:26 p.m.
GMC Hummer EV SUV Edition 1 returns to market after charity auction

Less than a month after being auctioned off at a charity event for a $500,000 price tag, the very first GMC Hummer EV SUV is now available on the market.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 27, 2023, 6:06 p.m.
Ford Patents Spare Wheel Covers That Double as Outdoor Speakers

Ford has filed a patent with the US Patent and Trademark Office for a new technology that would transform the spare wheel cover of its SUVs into a speaker system. This would allow owners to listen to music while camping or enjoying the great outdoors.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 27, 2023, 3:09 p.m.
Mansory Unveils The Gronos Coupe EVO C: A Mercedes-AMG G63 With Suicide Doors and 888 HP

Mansory, the tuning company known for its outlandish modifications to high-end vehicles, has recently revealed its latest creation: the Gronos Coupe EVO C. This exclusive two-door Mercedes-AMG G63 features suicide doors, color-shifting paintwork, and a staggering 888 horsepower output.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 27, 2023, 1:36 p.m.
BMW Opens Waiting List for Range-Topping XM Label Red SUV

BMW has announced that the waiting list for its limited-production, high-performance SUV, the BMW XM Label Red, is now open on its customer-facing website for Germany.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 27, 2023, 1:08 p.m.
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio set to return as a 1,000 horsepower EV

Alfa Romeo will relaunch its Giulia Quadrifoglio model as an electric vehicle (EV) with up to 1,000 horsepower, according to the company's CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 27, 2023, 12:18 p.m.
Ducati's Electric Motorcycle Years Away Due to Battery Technology Limitations

Italian motorcycle brand Ducati won't be launching an electric motorcycle for consumers in the near future, as the company believes that battery technology is not yet up to par.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 27, 2023, 11:43 a.m.
The new MINI Cooper SE Convertible will be the first series model with alloy wheels that are made entirely from recycled aluminium

MINI has unveiled the Cooper SE Convertible, a limited-run eco-friendly car with an interesting fact: its wheels are made entirely from recycled aluminum, making it the first production car to do so.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 27, 2023, 11:18 a.m.
Hyundai Reveals Mildly Updated Elantra for 2024

Hyundai has unveiled the latest version of its compact sedan, the Elantra, in South Korea, where it is sold as the Avante. The 2024 model year sees minor styling updates to the vehicle, which was last redesigned in 2020.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 27, 2023, 10:19 a.m.
Ford engineers discover way to reduce energy consumption for EVs

Ford engineers have discovered that heating interior surfaces in electric vehicles (EVs) could reduce energy consumption for cabin heating by 13%, compared to using a standard aircon. This method of heating could also extend an EV’s range by up to 5% for a typical charge, according to research conducted as part of the European Commission’s Connected Electric Vehicle Optimised for Life, Value, Efficiency and Range project.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 26, 2023, 1:09 p.m.
German Tuner Irmscher Gives Tesla Model Y a Sporty Makeover

German tuning firm Irmscher, known for its innovative projects, has customized the Tesla Model Y, adding a stunning aftermarket makeover to set the vehicle apart from other Tesla EVs.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 25, 2023, 11:05 a.m.
Toyota to Begin Electric Vehicle Production in Kentucky Factory by 2025

Toyota Motor plans to start producing electric vehicles in the U.S. state of Kentucky as early as 2025, according to a report. The Japanese automaker will convert an existing factory to produce 10,000 EVs per month by the end of 2025, in addition to gasoline-powered vehicles.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 24, 2023, 11:41 a.m.
Volkswagen Uses Recycled and Eco-Friendly Materials to Make Electric Cars More Sustainable

Volkswagen has announced that it will be making its all-electric ID. family even more sustainable by using recycled and eco-friendly materials for the interiors. The company aims to improve the eco-balance of its vehicles and reduce carbon emissions.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 24, 2023, 11:29 a.m.
Peugeot Unveils Updated 508 Sedan and SW with New Design and Technology

French carmaker Peugeot has revealed the updated 2023 508 sedan and SW duo with a new look inside and out, incorporating new design elements and updated technology.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 24, 2023, 11:05 a.m.
Mini Cooper Clubman to be Discontinued within a Year

Mini Cooper fans, brace yourselves, as the Clubman is reportedly going to be discontinued soon. According to a Mini fan website, the last Clubman will be produced in the first quarter of 2024, after which it will be discontinued entirely.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 23, 2023, 3:26 p.m.
Finland to donate three Leopard 2R demining tanks to Ukraine

Finland will send its 13th package of defence materiel to Ukraine, which includes three Leopard 2R mine clearing tanks. The decision was made by the President of the Republic on the proposal of the Government.

Maksim Tropko

Feb. 23, 2023, 3:07 p.m.
UAE is interested in GM Defence electric military vehicles

GM Defense, a subsidiary of General Motors, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Tawazun Council in the UAE to collaborate in developing electric military vehicles.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 23, 2023, 2:38 p.m.
Tesla's Cybertruck Spotted with Functioning Air Suspension Ahead of Production

Tesla's new pickup truck, the Cybertruck, is currently being tested ahead of its planned production start date. A new video has emerged showing the truck with a working air suspension system, allowing it to be raised and lowered up to four inches for easy access to the back or the storage vault.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 23, 2023, 2:23 p.m.
Automobili Pininfarina's Battista Hyper GT Sets Two More World Records During First Trip to India

Automobili Pininfarina's all-electric handcrafted hypercar, the Battista Hyper GT, continues to break world records while on its first trip to India. The company secured two more world records for the quarter-mile and half-mile sprints in a production vehicle, adding to its already impressive list of achievements.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 23, 2023, 1:48 p.m.

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