Motor Authority
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
High inflation may be dragging on but it's never been cheaper to buy a Lucid Air electric sedan. Lucid on Thursday slashed the starting price of the 2024 Air Pure entry-level grade to $71,400, including a $1,500 destination charge. That's $7,500 lower than the price just two months ago, when the 2024 Air was announced. It means the Air now.
Auto Blog
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Filed under: Green , Toyota , Electric , Hydrogen Cars Continue reading Toyota wants hydrogen to succeed so bad it’s paying people to buy the Mirai Toyota wants hydrogen to succeed so bad it’s paying people to buy the Mirai originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 28 Feb 2024 17:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Autocar
FEBRUARY 24, 2024
Renault 5 remains true to striking concept New pictures show retro electric supermini in full - and it looks just like the concept The new Renault 5 has leaked ahead of its official unveiling on Monday, with new images showing the retro electric supermini in full - inside and out. The 5 will be the headline reveal at this year's downsized Geneva motor show , which gets under way on Monday, but pictures posted to social media give an early look at the final car.
CarExpert
FEBRUARY 25, 2024
A souped-up electric Ford Transit van has produced a shock lap time, becoming one of the fastest vehicles to ever go around the iconic Mount Panorama circuit in Bathurst. In demonstration sessions during the past weekend’s Bathurst 500 Supercars race, the Ford E-Transit Custom SuperVan 4.2 set a blistering time of one minute and 56.325 seconds – becoming the fastest vehicle with a roof to lap the famous 6.213-kilometre race track.
Drive.com
FEBRUARY 18, 2024
The Tesla Model 3 has raised its own benchmark by winning the 2024 Drive Car of the Year Best Urban Electric Vehicle under $100K In 2024, the Drive Car of the Year judging opened up all categories to allow electric vehicles to compete with regular combustion-engined alternatives. That way, if an electric vehicle is best aligned to the award criteria, we call it as we see it and crown an electric vehicle.
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 4, 2024
A German car dealer is in hot water after embroiling himself in a major legal battle over his decision to import 22 Volkswagen ID.6s from China. Who could be upset with the dealer? The very company that built the vehicles, that’s who. The dealer in question is Gregory Brudny, who saw the ID.6 and thought his customers would love it. He claims that he went through legal channels to purchase the vehicles, buying them from China’s VW-FAW.
Motor Authority
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
Mercedes-Benz has abandoned its goal of exclusively selling electric vehicles in major markets by 2030, CEO Ola Källenius said on Thursday during the automaker's annual general meeting. Mercedes first announced the goal in 2021 but slower than expected EV sales means the automaker now plans to continue offering gas-powered cars well into the.
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Autocar
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Aston Martin's EV will use battery cells and modules and drive units from Lucid Marque cites low demand for EVs as it pushes back its first and confirms plans for a range of plug-in hybrids Aston Martin has pushed back its first electric car from 2025 to 2026, due to low consumer demand. The company was scheduled to launch a high-riding, four-wheel-drive electric GT next year, but chairman Lawrence Stroll has told reporters that “consumer demand is not what we thought it was two years ago”, whe
CarExpert
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
For the first time in recorded history, Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD sold more cars in Australia than US-based rival Tesla last month – though its lead may not be attributed to the popularity of its models. In January 2024, BYD sold 1310 cars in Australia, consisting of 589 Seal sedans , 465 Atto 3 SUVs , and 256 Dolphin hatchbacks – the latter of which is the cheapest EV currently on sale locally.
Drive.com
FEBRUARY 3, 2024
Strict proposed emissions targets for new vehicles due next year – intended to catch Australia up with the US – are set to force manufacturers to sell more electric and hybrid cars to offset high-pollution utes and 4WDs. The Federal Government has proposed tough emissions standards for new passenger and light-commercial vehicles aimed to catch the nation up with the US – and save Australians money at the fuel pump.
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
Our spy photographers have captured a new prototype of the next-generation Porsche 718 Boxster, further shedding its disguise. Gone are several bits of camouflage and the fake exhaust pipes, while also revealing production headlights that echo the design of the Taycan and Macan. The rear also throws off more of its cloak, showcasing a slim third brake light and real taillights.
Motor Authority
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
One of just 275 Formula 1-inspired Mercedes-AMG One supercars is up for sale at dealership F1rst Motors in Dubai. First shown in concept form in 2017, the AMG One was built to celebrate Mercedes' F1 success. That success has since receded. Red Bull Racing is now the dominant team in F1, and Mercedes' star driver Lewis Hamilton is heading to.
Auto Blog
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Filed under: Green , Electric Continue reading Apple pulls the plug on its electric car project Apple pulls the plug on its electric car project originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 27 Feb 2024 15:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Autocar
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
VW suggested it could be launched by 2028 if ultimately granted production Sports coupé could be based on new Porsche Boxster platform; dual-motor, four-wheel-drive R flagship possible Volkswagen is studying internal design, engineering and manufacturing proposals for a return of the Scirocco coupé as an electric car with 1970s-inspired styling and a possible dual-motor, four-wheel-drive R flagship.
CarExpert
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
Australia’s second best-selling car brand wants the Federal Government to delay rules designed to cut emissions from new cars, and is calling for subsidies for more environmentally friendly vehicles. The New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) would see carmakers given targets for average CO2 emissions per kilometre across their vehicle fleets, which would become stricter over time. “The preferred option is very ambitious, in terms of timeline, but also it has a mechanism of putting f
Drive.com
FEBRUARY 4, 2024
An increase to the fuel excise came into effect today, increasing cost-of-living pressures on Australian households. Australian motorists will be paying more at the service station bowser from today, following an increase to the fuel excise. The bi-annual increase is in line with the Consumer Price Index (CPI), rising from 48.8 cents per litre to 49.6 cents per litre – before GST is applied.
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
The Tesla Cybertruck has only just started rolling off the line in small numbers, but owners are already complaining. They say that their shiny new truck is quickly losing its luster, as specks of rust have started forming on their stainless steel bodies. The issue was first brought up by forum users on cybertruckownersclub.com. A user going by the name Raxar started a thread complaining that shortly after picking up their new Tesla , and after just two days of rain, the surface of their truck h
Motor 1
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
It concedes it will fail to meet its previously established projection of having PHEVs and EVs account for 50 percent of sales by 2025.
Auto Blog
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Filed under: Motorsports , McLaren , Racing Vehicles , Performance Continue reading Some Cybertruck owners say their Teslas are starting to rust in the rain Some Cybertruck owners say their Teslas are starting to rust in the rain originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Feb 2024 06:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Autocar
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
The C-X75 was axed in 2012 but went on to feature in 2015 James Bond film Spectre Designer Ian Callum's firm has heavily re-engineered one of the stunt cars from film Spectre The Jaguar C-X75 has finally been made road-legal, some 14 years after it was revealed, after designer Ian Callum heavily re-engineered one of the original James Bond stunt cars.
CarExpert
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
Mercedes-Benz is the latest carmaker to revise its electric vehicle (EV) rollout plans, pushing back its sales targets by five years as demand for battery-powered models cools in major markets. Earlier this week Mercedes-Benz announced it would delay its target for EVs to account for 50 per cent of its global vehicle sales from 2025 to 2030. However, there is yet another caveat, with the brand now including sales of plug-in hybrids – which can drive limited distances on solely electric power – i
Drive.com
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
Toyota has unveiled its latest vision of a zero-emission HiLux, with a new dual-cab concept powered by hydrogen fuel cells. A dual-cab, hydrogen-powered Toyota HiLux concept has been unveiled in Thailand, as a series of extra-cab prototype are built for a limited trial in the UK. As reported by Thai website Headlight Mag , the dual-cab concept borrows components from its UK equivalent – and hydrogen fuel-cell parts from the Mirai sedan.
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Lamborghini boss Stephen Winkelmann has revealed the firm’s future battery-electric vehicles won’t just offer extraordinary levels of performance but will also be designed to maximize their emotional appeal, just like the firm’s EVs. The Italian marque will first venture into the world of EVs in 2028 with a production version of the Lanzador GT crossover and then expand into the world of electric supercars.
Motor 1
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Apple spent an ungodly amount of money over the span of a decade on project "Titan" because it couldn't decide what to build.
Auto Blog
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
Filed under: Government/Legal , Ford , Convertible , Coupe , Performance Continue reading Tesla owner arrested in video wearing an Apple Vision Pro behind the wheel Tesla owner arrested in video wearing an Apple Vision Pro behind the wheel originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 5 Feb 2024 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Autocar
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Every Droptail is powered by Rolls-Royce's 6.75-litre V12, fettled to put out 593bhp Unique new Arcadia coupé takes inspiration from Asian architecture, hot rods and interiors of classic cars Rolls-Royce has revealed the third example of its £20 million coachbuilt roadster, the Droptail , hailing it as an example of “daring in minimalism and subtlety”.
CarExpert
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Underwhelming sales of hydrogen-powered vehicles in the USA has led Toyota to hand down an eye-watering price cut to its Mirai sedan, making it less expensive than the popular Camry Hybrid. As reported by US publication Cars Direct , Toyota dealers in California – the only state where the Mirai is sold – are now offering a rebate worth up to US$40,000 (A$61,600) for 2023 model year examples of the hydrogen fuel-cell (FCEV) sedan.
Drive.com
FEBRUARY 25, 2024
Ford ‘SuperVan’ knocks off a lap record – set just days earlier by a V8-powered Mercedes-AMG racer. An electric van reaching speeds above 300km/h has broken the unofficial lap record at Mount Panorama, Bathurst. The Ford SuperVan 4.2 lapped the circuit faster than the V8-powered Mercedes-AMG coupe which had set a new record only eight days earlier. With two-time Le Mans winner Romain Dumas at the wheel, the electric Ford set a 1:56.28 to beat the fastest lap set by Jules Gounon in the Mercedes-A
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 4, 2024
Lucid Motors may be facing challenges in terms of stock prices and car deliveries amidst slowing EV sales, but the company is poised to receive a capital injection that doubles as a free advertisement for its vehicles. We’re referring to a forthcoming fleet of fully electric police cars, all based on the Lucid Air sedan, scheduled to hit the streets in Saudi Arabia.
Motor 1
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
If there's one thing we never thought we'd see being benchmarked at Ferrari, it's an American-made sedan.
Auto Blog
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
Filed under: Green , Mercedes-Benz , Electric , Future Vehicles , Luxury , Performance Continue reading Mercedes-Benz sees EV demand slow, will update combustion car lineup Mercedes-Benz sees EV demand slow, will update combustion car lineup originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 22 Feb 2024 08:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Autocar
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
The ID 7 Tourer is proportionally identical to the ID 7 saloon The Tourer will arrive in the second half of 2024 to take on the BMW i5 Touring The Volkswagen ID 7 Tourer has broken cover as a sleek electric estate which the German firm hopes will broaden the appeal of its flagship EV and solidify its position in the executive market. Described as the “electric all-rounder of the new era”, the Tourer will arrive in the second half of 2024 to take on the BMW i5 Touring and forthcoming Audi A6 E-tr
CarExpert
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
All new cars sold in Australia could soon record evidence of their drivers breaking the law, thanks to global regulations in the works to be adopted locally. Since July 2022, new cars launched in countries which are signatories to the United Nations’ World Harmonisation of Vehicle Regulations (WHVR) – such as Australia – have been equipped with ‘Event Data Recorders’ (EDRs).
Drive.com
FEBRUARY 24, 2024
The new Toyota Prado is closing in on Australian showrooms. Here’s how the Drive team would build theirs. Customisation is in vogue at the moment, but too much choice can be confusing. In our configurator challenge, Drive team members scroll through a manufacturer’s website to create their ideal combination for a certain model. This week it’s the new-generation Toyota LandCruiser Prado in the limelight, using the configurator now live in the US – where the 4WD is simply called the &#
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
China already leads the battery industry and is now looking to establish itself as a juggernaut of solid-state batteries, creating a massive consortium of major battery manufacturers, researchers, and government officials. The consortium, dubbed the China All-Solid-State Battery Collaborative Innovation Platform (CASIP), includes CATL, BYD’s battery arm FinDreams Battery, CALB, Svolt Energy Technology, EVE Energy, and Gotion High-tech, as well as automakers Nio and BYD.
Motor 1
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
CEO Jim Farley said that a Ford "skunkworks team" has developed a new low-cost EV platform to compete with Tesla and Chinese OEMs.
Auto Blog
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Filed under: Weird Car News , Tesla , Truck , Electric , Luxury Continue reading Tesla Cybertruck wheel covers, it turns out, are rubbing into the tire sidewalls Tesla Cybertruck wheel covers, it turns out, are rubbing into the tire sidewalls originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 2 Feb 2024 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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