Vehicles

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  The Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut has broken the Rimac Nevera R record for accelerating to 400 km/h and stopping

  The Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut accelerated from a standstill to 400 km/h and then stopped in just 25.21 seconds. This is slightly faster than the previous record of the Rimac Nevera R, which achieved this feat in 25.79 seconds.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 14, 2025, 9:28 a.m.
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  Polestar 3 set a Guinness record by driving 935 km on a single charge

  The electric crossover Polestar 3 has entered the Guinness Book of Records by driving 935.44 km (581.3 miles) on a single charge. The record was set by the recently launched Long Range Single Motor version.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 14, 2025, 8:33 a.m.
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  Toyota has introduced a Prius that runs on ethanol

  Toyota showcased a prototype Prius in Brazil that is capable of reducing CO₂ emissions by 90% thanks to the combination of a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) system and an engine adapted to run on ethanol.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 13, 2025, 11:22 p.m.
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  Sony and Honda have started production of their first EV, but it is not yet serial

  The pre-series assembly of the first electric vehicle Sony Honda Mobility — the Afeela 1 sedan — has begun at the Honda plant in East Liberty (Ohio, USA).

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 13, 2025, 11:28 a.m.
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  The new generation of Toyota engines will also be used in hybrids

  Toyota is preparing a new family of internal combustion engines that can work in a wide variety of vehicles - from electrified to electric, with ICE as a generator.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 13, 2025, 9:19 a.m.
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  The Hyundai Tucson crossover is getting a hybrid N version with a power of about 300 hp

  Hyundai’s N division promises to develop not only powerful electric vehicles like the Ioniq 5 N and Ioniq 6 N in the near future but also hybrid versions of popular models from the Korean brand.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 12, 2025, 10:27 p.m.
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  Ford announced an electric pickup for $30,000 and a new EV platform

  Ford has raised concerns about the "existential threat" from Chinese automakers. The company showcased what it calls its "Model T moment" - and it is not just a new model, but an entire platform and production system.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 12, 2025, 9:31 a.m.
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  The design of the new Toyota Wildlander – the Chinese RAV4 has been unveiled

  GAC Toyota is preparing to bring the latest generation of the Wildlander crossover to the Chinese market. Unlike its predecessor, the new model closely replicates the design of the global Toyota RAV4.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 11, 2025, 11:20 a.m.
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  The U.S. Air Force wants to buy several Tesla Cybertrucks to target them with missiles

  The U.S. Air Force intends to acquire two Tesla Cybertrucks. The electric pickups are intended to be made targets for testing precision weapons.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 8, 2025, 10:38 a.m.
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  Volkswagen may cease production of the Touareg in 2026

  The Autocar reported, citing insiders, that production of the Volkswagen Touareg will stop in 2026 without a direct replacement. It is claimed that the company will instead focus on creating a range of more affordable models for a wider audience.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 8, 2025, 9:10 a.m.
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  The new Xpeng P7 features a rotating central display

  Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Xpeng has released details about the new version of the P7 fastback on its official Weibo account, including interior features and powertrain versions.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 7, 2025, 11:57 a.m.
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  The new VW Amarok will have Chinese roots and Argentine origins

  New details about the next-generation VW Amarok pickup have been revealed for the South American specification. It will hit the market in 2027 and will have nothing in common with the global version of the Amarok, built on the Ford Ranger platform, aside from the name.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 7, 2025, 10:46 a.m.
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  The Chevrolet Silverado EV WT has broken the record set by Lucid and traveled 1059.2 miles on a single charge

  The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV Max Range Work Truck has a range of up to 493 miles (729 km) in the EPA cycle. Nevertheless, the production vehicle managed to cover 1059.2 miles (1600 km) on a full charge during tests conducted by General Motors engineers.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 6, 2025, 11:36 a.m.
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  Ford Bronco 60th Anniversary Package celebrated the anniversary of the SUV

  Ford presented a special edition of the Bronco SUV for its 60th anniversary. The "60th Anniversary Package" will be available for the 2026 model.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 5, 2025, 11:20 a.m.
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  Mercedes-Benz presented a huge LED panel of the new GLC

  The company Mercedes-Benz has published a teaser of the new electric GLC without camouflage. The compact SUV will feature a radical "grille" like the classic models of the brand, but reinterpreted in a futuristic style.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 5, 2025, 9:32 a.m.
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  Volkswagen T7 has received a new version — DoKa pickup

  The range of commercial models from Volkswagen T7 is becoming increasingly diverse. Following the vans and minibuses, the Transporter DoKa pickup has appeared. It is already available in the configurator on the brand's German website.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 4, 2025, 9:58 p.m.
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  Modern cars have larger blind spots than their 90s predecessors, study finds

  A comparative analysis method developed by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) shows that in the last 25 years, the blind spots of the six best-selling cars in the US have significantly increased.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 4, 2025, 9:36 a.m.
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  Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X became the fastest American car at the Nürburgring

  The hybrid Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X has taken this title from the Ford Mustang GTD. Although it only ranked fifth overall.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 1, 2025, 11:37 a.m.
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  Harley-Davidson has announced a motorcycle priced below $6000

  The American motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson has announced a new entry-level model. It will be named Sprint in honor of the models from the 1960s and 70s, and the starting price will be less than $6000.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 1, 2025, 9:42 a.m.
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  The Skoda Vision O concept will show what the future Octavia station wagon will be like

  Skoda has revealed the first details about the Vision O concept car, which will premiere in Munich at the beginning of September.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 1, 2025, 8:38 a.m.