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General Motors Patents Anti Road-Rage System That Can Potentially Control Your Car

General Motors has secured a patent for an innovative system designed to monitor and potentially mitigate road rage among drivers. Officially titled "Vehicle Occupant Mental Wellbeing Assessment and Countermeasure Deployment," this new technology aims to ensure safer driving environments by evaluating the mental state of vehicle occupants.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 21, 2024, 9:57 a.m.
US Investigation Initiated as VW ID.4 Doors Open While Driving

The doors of Volkswagen ID.4 electric vehicles have been reported to open while the vehicles are in motion. This issue affects models from 2021 to 2023 and has prompted an investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Evgenii Ushakov

May 21, 2024, 9:25 a.m.
Great Wall has officially unveiled the Souo motorcycle brand and its first model with a huge 8-cylinder engine

Great Wall's motorcycle brand, Souo, has officially unveiled a touring motorcycle powered by a horizontally opposed eight-cylinder engine. Performance figures have not yet been revealed, but the engine is mated to an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 20, 2024, 4:20 p.m.
Harley-Davidson's LiveWire division has patented fake brakes for electric motorcycles

Harley-Davidson recently secured a patent for synthetic brake systems in electric motorcycles. This innovative concept primarily focuses on the rear brakes of Harley's LiveWire electric brand. The idea is to replace traditional hydraulic brakes with regenerative braking systems, aiming to improve vehicle performance while reducing cost and complexity.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 20, 2024, 2:36 p.m.
VW and Renault end talks to develop affordable EV

Volkswagen has ended talks with Renault about the possibility of jointly developing a low-cost electric vehicle, Reuters reports. The abandoned dialogue focused on producing an affordable version of the Twingo car.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 20, 2024, 1:54 p.m.
McLaren Unleashes World’s Most Powerful Trail-Legal eBike Ever

McLaren, traditionally known for its high-performance sports cars and racing pedigree, has officially entered the electric bike market. The company unveiled what is touted as the world's most powerful trail-legal electric bike. The launch features models in two power levels and frame styles, with prices ranging from $7,950 to $11,950. 

Evgenii Ushakov

May 20, 2024, 12:30 p.m.
All-electric Toyota Hilux finally goes into series production

Toyota says the Hilux Revo BEV will go into production near the end of next year. The company executive made the announcement in an interview with Reuters this week.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 20, 2024, 11:43 a.m.
Honda has modified a Peterbilt to run on a hydrogen fuel

Honda's latest concept is a hydrogen fuel cell semi-truck, simply called the Class 8 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck Concept. The company will show it, along with other fuel cell vehicles, at the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo in Las Vegas on May 20.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 20, 2024, 10:46 a.m.
Dodge CEO and Father of the Hellcat Is Retiring

Tim Kuniskis, the CEO of Ram and Dodge known for spawning the iconic Hellcat engine, is set to retire on June 1. The announcement came from Stellantis last Friday. Christine Feuell will take over as the new CEO of Ram while continuing her leadership at Chrysler. Matt McAlear will step up as the new CEO of Dodge.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 20, 2024, 10:24 a.m.
New MINI John Cooper Works to Debut at 24 Hours of N?rburgring Ahead of its World Premiere

On June 1, the latest Mini Cooper John Cooper Works (JCW) model will make its racing debut at the 24 Hours of Nürburgring. This event marks the first public appearance of the new camouflaged JCW since the introduction of the Mini Cooper EV last September. The race serves as a prelude to the full reveal of this eagerly awaited model set for later this fall.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 20, 2024, 9:54 a.m.
Ford boss won't rule out Mustang sedan

During an interview with Autocar, Jim Farley, CEO of Ford, hinted at the possibility of expanding the Mustang lineup to include a sedan model. He stressed that any new models would need to maintain the performance and spirit of the original Mustang.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 17, 2024, 5:27 p.m.
Mitsubishi plans off-road van and outdoorsy Outlander variant for U.S. market

Mitsubishi is planning to introduce an off-road van and an outdoorsy variant of its Outlander model to the U.S. market, marking a significant extension of its vehicle lineup. These plans are part of Mitsubishi's "Momentum 2030" initiative.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 17, 2024, 4:57 p.m.
Skoda Elroq compact electric SUV spotted for the first time

The first spy shots of the Skoda Elroq, the upcoming compact electric SUV, have surfaced in Europe. Set to be an electric successor to the Karoq, this new model is anticipated for introduction later this year. The Elroq will slot beneath the Enyaq model but will be based on the versatile MEB platform utilized across various electric models.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 17, 2024, 3:08 p.m.
BYD Showroom in China Burns Down, Marking Tenth Fire Since 2021

On May 16, a severe fire destroyed a BYD showroom in Qingkou, Fujian Province, China. The incident left the building and seven vehicles completely destroyed. Fortunately, no casualties were reported. This marks the tenth such event at a BYD showroom since 2021.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 17, 2024, 11:40 a.m.
Ducati Monster Senna is a $25,000 tribute to an F1 racing legend

Ducati has unveiled the Monster Senna, a new model priced at $25,000 crafted as a tribute to the iconic Brazilian racer Ayrton Senna. The inspiration for the new model comes 30 years after Senna's death, continuing to celebrate his lasting legacy.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 17, 2024, 11:05 a.m.
Hyundai Ioniq 7 SUV drops some camouflage ahead of June debut

Hyundai is set to reveal the Ioniq 7, a new three-row battery-electric SUV, next month at the Busan Auto Show in Korea. The vehicle, which has been under wraps for the last year, recently shed some of its camouflage, giving a clearer glimpse of its design and features.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 17, 2024, 10:10 a.m.
Jaguar bids farewell to the F-Pace with two new special editions

Jaguar has introduced the F-Pace 90th Anniversary Edition and the F-Type SVR 575 Edition. Both models are designed to mark the 90th anniversary of Jaguar's internal combustion engine innovations and the end of F-Pace production.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 17, 2024, 9:28 a.m.
Peugeot extends its 8-year 160,000 km coverage to its entire electric passenger car line-up

Peugeot now offers its Allure Care program for all electric cars. It is said to be the first European manufacturer to offer such coverage.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 17, 2024, 8:55 a.m.
Renault Rafale E-Tech 4x4 300 hp introduces the new E-Tech plug-in hybrid 300 hp powertrain

Renault introduces the Rafale E-Tech 4×4 300 hp, marking its entry into all-wheel drive and plug-in hybrid versions of its flagship crossover coupe. This new vehicle blends power with style, featuring Alpine tuning for enhanced performance.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 16, 2024, 6:19 p.m.
The new Continental GT is coming

Bentley Motors has announced the debut of an all-new Continental GT, set to be unveiled in June 2024. Highlighting this launch is the incorporation of Bentley’s inaugural Ultra Performance Hybrid powertrain. This design establishes the upcoming model as potentially the most powerful, dynamic, and environmentally friendly vehicle in Bentley's 105-year history.

Maksim Tropko

May 16, 2024, 6:07 p.m.

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