In the spring of 2019, Cadillac introduced the CT5 model, which replaced the old CTS. Now, it’s receiving an update in the form of new LED headlights, slimmer turn signals, larger air intakes, a wider grille, and a larger screen on the interior. The taillights are also getting a slight update, and two new paint […]
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Ferrari has completed the initial tests of the KC23
Ferrari has released a new video showcasing the special build KC23, which has now undergone its initial development tests on the track. This is also where the car will be located once the customer receives it because this particular vehicle is not street-legal. At the beginning of the video, the car is wrapped in foil, […]
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Peugeot introduces the electric SUV E-3008
As promised, Peugeot has now unveiled the new fully electric model, the E-3008. It’s a crossover and the first one from Stellantis to be based on the new STLA Medium platform. The vehicle is expected to achieve a range of up to 700 kilometers on a single charge. The new 3008 will also be available […]
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This is the world’s fastest electric car
Students at ETH Zurich have set a new world record by achieving a 0-100 km/h acceleration in just 0.956 seconds with an electric car. This new record surpasses the old one, which was 1.46 seconds and was set last year by Foerderverein GreenTeam Uni Stuttgart e.V in Germany. The electric car, assembled by the students, […]
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This could be Alfa Romeo’s new SUV
Alfa Romeo has a smaller SUV in the works, smaller than the Stelvio and Tonale, and the images we see here are said to be of this new model. The new model shares the same underpinnings as the Jeep Avenger and the new Fiat 600, and it will be offered with both internal combustion engines […]
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Even the Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5 are getting new efficient powertrains
With the introduction of the ID.7, Volkswagen presented the new and more efficient powertrain called APP550. It will be featured in several vehicles, and earlier this year, the Enyaq benefited from it. Now, it’s the turn of the ID.4 and ID.5. The advantage of this powertrain is its increased efficiency, resulting in lower fuel consumption […]
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Release date for EA Sports WRC
Earlier this week, EA announced that they will release the rally game EA Sports WRC on November 3rd. The game is being developed by Codemasters, which EA acquired a few years ago. The game will feature a total of 18 different rally stages set in 18 different countries. The developers promise that players will be […]
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Volkswagen unveils the impressive ID.7 concept
Recently, Volkswagen showcased its ID lineup in Switzerland, and among the vehicles presented was a heavily modified version of the ID.7, renamed the ID.X Performance. This car features a complete body kit, lowered suspension, beefier wheels, and a large rear wing. Underneath, it houses dual electric motors delivering a combined 558 horsepower, and the car […]
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Fisker plans to build 300 units of the Ocean per day
Fisker initially aimed to manufacture up to 36,000 vehicles this year, but it’s not expected to reach that number. Instead, the figure is likely to land between 20,000 and 23,000. The reason cited is a supplier issue with a complex component. However, the manufacturer has a plan to ramp up production so that the factory […]
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First images of the Peugeot e-3008
In just four days, Peugeot will unveil all the details about their new fully electric model, the e-3008, but before that, the manufacturer is sharing some images of the car. More information will be available on Tuesday, September 12.
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WAE Technologies unveils a hydrogen-powered platform
A year ago, Williams Advanced Engineering introduced an electric vehicle platform called EVR. Now, the company goes by WAE Technologies, and what we see here is the new EVRh platform, which runs on hydrogen instead. The platform features a composite monocoque, and where the 85 kWh battery pack was located in the electric version, there […]
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Audi will soon reveal the final chapter of the R8
For quite some time now, we’ve known that Audi’s sports model, the R8, is going to be discontinued. During the recently held Monterey Car Week, the manufacturer bid farewell to the model with a special version of the R8 Performance called the ‘Last Lap.’ Many believed this was the end of the road, but it […]
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This is the Lotus Emeya
These are the first images of Lotus’ upcoming grand tourer named the Lotus Emeya. The car is fully electric and is claimed to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in an impressive 2.78 seconds. Lotus promises that the car’s real power will be felt beyond that point, with ample power available even above 100 km/h, […]
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Tesla’s factory in Shanghai has now produced two million cars
In 2019, Tesla began manufacturing Model 3 and Model Y at the Shanghai factory. In August of last year, they reached one million units produced, and yesterday, they hit the next milestone – two million. It took 33 months to reach one million but only 13 months to reach two million. The car that pushed […]
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Mozilla believes that modern cars are a privacy nightmare
The Mozilla Foundation, the nonprofit organization best known for its Firefox web browser, has conducted a privacy assessment of modern cars and reports that the results are disheartening. They consider modern cars to be an absolute nightmare when it comes to protecting the user’s privacy. They say that, from a privacy perspective, it’s the worst […]
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Chinese car manufacturers may own 33 percent of the market by 2030
Analysts at UBS Group predict that Chinese car manufacturers could hold a third of the new car market by the year 2030. One manufacturer that stands out is BYD, which is expected to double its market share. The reason is said to be their competitive pricing. UBS Group recently disassembled a BYD Seal and discovered […]
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Lucid is working on a cheaper model
Lucid’s CEO, Peter Rawlinson, has announced that the automaker aims to launch a model costing around $50,000 before the end of the decade. This is significantly lower than the current starting price of $82,400 for the Air model, which is the only one they currently sell. The new model is needed to compete, and it’s […]
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McLaren Artura drifts to celebrate 60 years
McLaren is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, and of course, it’s time to celebrate. Among other things, the car manufacturer does this by performing some drifts with the Artura model, as we can see here. It all takes place at Dunsfold Aerodrome, which is also the location where Top Gear has played around with […]
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The winning car from Polestar’s design competition now in 1:1 scale
What we see here is the winning entry from the Polestar Design Contest held last year. Polestar has chosen to recreate the vehicle, known as Synergy, in a 1:1 scale and is currently showcasing the futuristic supercar at the auto show in Munich. Simultaneously, the car manufacturer announces a partnership with the American company Mattel, […]
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BMW unveils new 5 Series plug-in hybrid
As you probably already know, the new 5 Series is available as an electric car called the i5. However, it also comes with other powertrain options, including a plug-in hybrid variant known as the 530e. The system under the hood consists of a turbocharged 2.0-liter gasoline engine paired with a newly developed electric motor integrated […]
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Toyota Unveils First Prototype of Hydrogen-Powered Hilux
Toyota is putting a lot of faith in hydrogen, and now they’re showcasing the first prototype of a hydrogen-powered Hilux with fuel cell technology. The pickup truck was developed at Toyota’s factory in Derby, England, in a collaborative project with British companies Ricardo, ETL, D2H, and Thatcham Research. The project receives financial development support from […]
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Fake engine sounds in upcoming Lamborghinis are unacceptable
A Lamborghini is supposed to sound powerful, that’s a given. But what happens when they’re also pushed towards electrification? A fully electric car sounds like a sewing machine, and that’s not exactly the most thrilling sound in the world. So, why not add a few speakers to fake the engine sound instead? However, according to […]
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Mercedes Unveils Concept CLA Class
At the IAA Munich Motor Show, Mercedes is currently showcasing the new concept car, the Concept CLA Class. This concept serves as a preview of the brand’s upcoming electric vehicle family, consisting of four entry-level models: this one, a shooting brake, and two SUVs. The production version of this concept will be based on the […]
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Cupra Unveils the Electric Sports Car DarkRebel
The number of electric sports cars isn’t very high, even though there are electric cars that are really fast and have a lot of power. However, Cupra wants to offer something that looks completely outrageous, and that’s where the concept car DarkRebel comes into play. The car was created in collaboration with Cupra’s Tribe members […]
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Renault Introduces Fully Electric Scenic
Renault has unveiled the all-new Scenic, now offered as an electric car and transformed from a minivan to a crossover. The vehicle is designed, developed, and manufactured in France. Two battery sizes are available – 60 kWh or 87 kWh. The first is the same as the one in the Megane E-tech 100% Electric. The […]
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New Images of Bizzarrini Giotto Revealed
Previously, we’ve seen sketches of Bizzarrini’s upcoming model, named after its founder Giotto. The new car is designed by Giorgetto and Fabrizio Giugiaro, and now the sketches have transitioned into the rendering phase. Described as a Hyper GT, the car will be powered by a non-turbocharged V12 engine from Cosworth. The engine displaces 6.6 liters, […]
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More about the Fisker Pear
Fisker is now sharing additional images of the compact electric SUV Pear, along with more details about the model. The car shown in the pictures might not be exactly like the production version, but many elements are likely to remain, perhaps excluding the digital side mirrors. As mentioned before, the launch has been pushed to […]
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This is the new Tesla Model 3
The Model 3 has been around for six years now, so it’s time for a slightly bigger update to the car. Tesla usually updates their cars cautiously, but this is a somewhat more significant design update. The design has changed, particularly in the front with new headlights. The taillights have also been updated, although it’s […]
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Porsche aims to be more daring in terms of design in the future
Recently, Porsche unveiled the two concept cars, Vision 357 and Mission X. The former can be seen as a modern interpretation of the 356 model, but the Mission X was something entirely new and quite different from Porsche’s usual style. This is also the direction they intend to pursue in the future when it comes […]
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This is the new Volkswagen Passat
Now it’s time for Volkswagen to introduce the ninth generation of the Passat model. Design-wise, it takes a big step in my eyes, as I initially thought this was a new Golf, which feels a bit strange. What’s also new is that it will only be offered as a wagon. The car has grown by […]