Motor Authority
APRIL 29, 2024
EV startup Polestar recently demonstrated the rapid charge capability of a new lithium-ion battery being developed by Israeli company StoreDot. For the demonstration, a Polestar 5 prototype fitted with a 77-kwh battery from StoreDot was able to charge from 10-80% in just 10 minutes using a DC fast-charger. According to Polestar, the prototype.
Best Selling Cars Blog
APRIL 29, 2024
BYD holds 14.5% of the Singaporean market in March. New car sales in Singapore 42.1% year-on-year in March to 3,508 unit, leading to a year-to-date tally up 25.7% to 8,162. Toyota (+4%) reclaims the brands top spot despite a very weak uptick, toppling BYD which is up another 13-fold year-on-year to 14.5% share. Mercedes (+14.4%) is also weak at #3 while BMW (+35%) can’t quite catch up to the market growth and Honda (+60.1%) excels.
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Motor Authority
APRIL 29, 2024
Ramps and tonneau covers are common pickup truck accessories. A recently surfaced Toyota patent application combines them. Published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) April 16, 2024, and originally filed by Toyota in 2022, the application details loading ramps that could be stowed on the underside of a tonneau.
Machines with Souls
APRIL 29, 2024
The Porsche Cayenne Turbo has a legendary name, but if you think this is a tall 911, or even the same as a Turbo GT, you're in for a surprise. The post The Porsche Cayenne Turbo implores you to keep your options open appeared first on Machines With Souls.
Motor Authority
APRIL 29, 2024
The McLaren F1 is considered one of the best driver's cars ever created. However, the latest example up for sale has barely been driven since it left the factory—almost three decades ago. Auction house RM Sotheby's has a 1995 McLaren F1, the car bearing chassis number 029, up for grabs via an online auction, and its odometer reading is just.
AutoDealer Today
APRIL 29, 2024
Mustang Mach E system evaluated after fatal crashes as federal agency reports that Tesla’s similar system creates ‘critical safety gap.
Motor Authority
APRIL 29, 2024
BMW has committed itself to electric mobility, and that committment extends to the automaker's BMW M performance division. The BMW hot house has already introduced the i4 M50, i5 M60, iX M60, and i7 M70 M Performance models, but for the main course—i.e. a dedicated M car—it is exploring a major step up in performance. BMW M as early as.
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Motor Authority
APRIL 29, 2024
Performance through lightweighting is a popular upgrade in the automotive world, though it isn't typically applied to big and burly SUVs like the Bentley Bentayga. Nevertheless, Bentley has diligently applied the performance philosophy to the Bentayga platform and the result is the Bentayga Apex Edition unveiled on Monday. In a quest to reduce.
CarExpert
APRIL 29, 2024
A new rule from the Albanese Government will require electric, hybrid and hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles to be louder in a bid to reduce pedestrian fatalities. The new Australian Design Rule (ADR) will require all new electric, hybrid and hydrogen cars, trucks and buses launched after November 1, 2025 to be fitted with an Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS).
Motor Authority
APRIL 29, 2024
Historic British marque MG this month named Jozef Kaban as its design chief. The former Volkswagen brand design chief has been charged with crafting a new design language for MG's global portfolio of electric and hybrid vehicles, and will lead a team at MG's Global Design Center in London. Kaban is a graduate of the prestigious Royal Academy of.
Autocar
APRIL 29, 2024
Cupra has given its Leon hatch/estate and Formentor crossover a sharper look Model range refresh brings revised styling and improved technology to make Cupra more distinct from Seat Cupra has grafted a new face onto the Formentor and Leon to better distinguish its line-up from that of sibling brand Seat. The new ‘shark-nose’ front end brings the crossover and hatchback/estate into line with the upcoming Terramar SUV and gives the Spanish brand’s ICE cars a clearer familial link.
Motor Authority
APRIL 29, 2024
Mercedes-Benz is out testing an electric compact crossover that will form part of the GLC-Class family, and the latest spy footage depicts an AMG-tuned version. The new crossover will replace the EQC sold overseas when it arrives on the market in 2025. Polestar used a prototype of its upcoming 5 sedan to demonstrate high-speed charging capability.
Autocar
APRIL 29, 2024
Amid calls for Europe to embrace a new class of tiny electric cars, we sample one of China's best-sellers The Geely Geometry Panda Mini EV is better equipped than many used cars costing £6000. It has a touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, a reversing camera, air-con and electric windows. One big difference: that’s the price brand new. The Panda (no relation to the Fiat) exists within a relatively new Chinese class of car: a tiny, electric, four-seat runabout that, unlike Europe’s quadricycles, is ac
Auto Blog
APRIL 29, 2024
Filed under: Green , Electric , Sedan , Polestar Continue reading Polestar 5 prototype charges from 10% to 80% in 10 minutes Polestar 5 prototype charges from 10% to 80% in 10 minutes originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Apr 2024 11:35:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
AutoDealer Today
APRIL 29, 2024
Survey for Mercedes finds many would complete purchases without salespeople involved.
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
The tri-motor Lucid Air Sapphire has 214 hp more than the Model S Plaid. The Air Sapphire was recently independently tested from 0-60 mph in 1.77 seconds. While the Lucid is quicker, it costs more than twice as much as the Tesla. The Lucid Air Sapphire can officially claim on being the world’s quickest-accelerating production sedan after the DragTimes YouTube channel pitted it against a Tesla Model S Plaid in a series of drag races.
Auto Blog
APRIL 29, 2024
Filed under: Government/Legal , Safety Continue reading U.S. to require automatic emergency braking on new vehicles U.S. to require automatic emergency braking on new vehicles originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Apr 2024 18:41:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
The new hatchback could be developed to compete in the Rally 4 class. A Japanese report claims the GR version will rock a 1.3-liter turbocharged three-cylinder. The car’s tiny size might help it weigh less than 2,200 lbs (1,000 kg). Toyota’s Gazoo Racing division shows no signs of slowing down. Fresh off the heels of the GR Supra, GR 86, GR Yaris , and GR Corolla, a new report from Japan suggests another new model might be in the works: a reborn Toyota Starlet hatchback.
Auto Blog
APRIL 29, 2024
Filed under: Rumormill , Jeep , SUV , Future Vehicles Continue reading 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee rumored to get 2.0-liter four as base engine 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee rumored to get 2.0-liter four as base engine originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Apr 2024 18:03:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
A new report says that Tesla’s upcoming affordable models will be heavily based on the Model 3 and Model Y. Tesla confirmed that they’ll use an existing platform and existing production line for new entry-level EV By using existing tech, Tesla says it’ll allow them to launch lower-cost models more quickly Tesla is cooking up more affordable models, but these vehicles are not expected to use ground-up new platforms but instead serve as incrementally improved versions of existing
Auto Blog
APRIL 29, 2024
Filed under: Earnings/Financials , Green , Tesla , Electric Continue reading Tesla stock surges on 'watershed' 'Full Self-Driving' approval in China Tesla stock surges on 'watershed' 'Full Self-Driving' approval in China originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Apr 2024 16:49:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
Swedish man’s Tesla Model X drove itself for 25 miles after he fell asleep at the wheel Police alerted after another driver noticed the X was in the overtaking line but not passing anything Driver eventually woke up and steered sharply to the right, almost crashing into police car A Swedish Tesla driver has been convicted of reckless driving after he fell asleep behind the wheel and led police on a 25-mile (40 km) Autopilot chase.
CarExpert
APRIL 29, 2024
FCA Australia is recalling almost 3000 examples of the current-generation Jeep Grand Cherokee as the wheels could fall off. “The upper control arm retaining bolts may have been damaged during vehicle assembly,” the company says in its recall notice. “This may cause the wheels to detach from the vehicle while driving, resulting in a loss of control. “A loss of vehicle control increases the risk of an accident, causing serious injuries or death to the driver and/or vehicle
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class facelift offers minimal upgrades, with the most significant change being the addition of “comfort” headrests with extra cushioning. European models gain an automatic lane-change feature, while the infotainment system receives a mild refresh with a more intuitive menu and the ability to stream Sony Pictures content.
CarExpert
APRIL 29, 2024
If someone flashes their lights at you, they’re usually telling you to slow down because there’s a police officer with a speed camera or radar gun ahead, or there may be a stationary speed camera car close by. Flashing your headlights can help warn other drivers of your intent Drivers will often flash their lights to warn other road users of police presence Rules vary between jurisdictions The other reason someone may flash their lights is to tell you that you don’t have your lights on.
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
Ram is killing the 1500 Classic in Canada, but it will continue to be offered in the United States. The model is based on the previous-generation pickup, which was originally introduced in 2008. Ram introduced the facelifted 1500 last fall and recently expanded the lineup to include a new RHO variant with 540 hp (403 kW / 548 PS). Despite this, the Ram 1500 Classic isn’t going anywhere – at least in America.
Autocar
APRIL 29, 2024
The firm has already retired the Fiesta and the Focus will bow out in 2025 Firm's European boss says there is space for smaller, lower non-SUVs as he looks to uphold core values Ford has suggested it will offer smaller, lower-slung electric cars from 2026, once it has launched a family of four electric SUV s in Europe. The firm has already retired the Fiesta and the Focus will bow out in 2025, leaving just the Mustang as its only non-SUV dedicated passenger car.
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
Fisker Inc. CEO Henrik Fisker is selling his home in the Hollywood Hills for $35 million. Based on its share price, Fisker Inc. is worth less than $27 million today. Fisker’s home has six bedrooms, eight bathrooms, and a three-car garage equipped with lifts, so that it can actually store six vehicles. They say that real estate is a safe investment, and Henrik Fisker is living proof.
Auto Remarketing
APRIL 29, 2024
The CARFAX Used Car Index made its debut a year ago, and in an analysis recapping the latest installment , the company pinpointed three retail used-car pricing trends that have stood out. But first, here’s how the market looks at the end of April. In a word, they’re stable, a departure from the past 12 months, CARFAX said. “After falling down a steep pricing slope over most of the last year, the average used car prices on Carfax.com have — in most segments — flattened out, suggesting a return to
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
The flagship versions now rock an uprated 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 328 hp. Cupra also offers the pair with plenty of hybrid options, including two PHEVs. Key visual updates include modified LED headlights and taillights. The Cupra Formentor and Cupra Leon have always made a bold statement on the road, and now they have just been facelifted for the first time.
CarExpert
APRIL 29, 2024
FCA Australia is recalling over 10,000 Jeep Cherokees as a short circuit could lead to a fire. “Due to a manufacturing defect, the power liftgate module (PLGM) may fail due to an electrical short circuit,” the company says in its recall notice. “This may result in a vehicle fire with the ignition turned on or off. “A vehicle fire could increase the risk of an accident, causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users, bystanders, and/or damage to pro
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
Cadillac has revealed powertrain and equipment details for the Chinese-spec Optiq. The model will be offered with two different batteries, which offer up to 373 miles of range. The entry-level crossover comes nicely equipped with heated leather seats and a 33-inch curved display. Following a preview last year , Cadillac has unveiled the Optiq in China.
Automotive News
APRIL 29, 2024
The driver of this Mclaren Senna lost control while stunting for the camera, leading to what looks like a very expensive wreck.
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
The $7,500 EV tax credit helps several Equinox EV models undercut the ICE version. Prices for the entry-level Equinox FT FWD start at $29,995. The combustion-powered Equinox uses a 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder with 175 hp and 203 lb-ft (275 Nm). Chevrolet has announced the pricing details for the ICE versions of the 2025 Equinox and in news that will surprise many, it is possible to buy an Equinox EV for less than the gas-powered model.
Auto Blog
APRIL 29, 2024
Filed under: Green , Plants/Manufacturing , Toyota , SUV , Electric , Future Vehicles , Hybrid Continue reading Toyota Highlander plant gets $1.4B to build a new EV and battery packs Toyota Highlander plant gets $1.4B to build a new EV and battery packs originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Apr 2024 14:37:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
Battery company StoreDot has installed its experimental Extreme Fast Charging batteries in a Polestar 5 prototype. In a test, the car’s batteries were successfully taken from 10 to 80 percent state of charge in just 10 minutes. The technology could allow EVs to regain as many as 200 miles of range in just 10 minutes of charging. Range anxiety is kind of a misleading term.
CarExpert
APRIL 29, 2024
Chery is expanding its Omoda line of crossovers with a new mid-sized plug-in hybrid SUV. The 2025 Chery Omoda 7 will sit between the Omoda 5 , which spearheaded the Chinese brand’s Australian return, and the Omoda C9, a rebadged Exeed RX/Yaoguang which has been approved for sale in Australia. Revealed at the Beijing motor show, the Omoda 7 will commence its global launch in 2025.
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