With the proposed ban of new petrol and diesel cars in the UK looming large in 2030, the interest in hybrid cars has never been higher. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, hybrids and plug-in hybrids made up 20% of new car sales in November 2021, and that figure is continuing to rise. But… Continue reading What is a hybrid? Everything you need to know
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Ultimate EV guide: The big questions answered
Got a question about buying an EV? Never fear, as Steve Cropley has the answers. So read on to find out just how eco-friendly an electric car really is, whether you need to worry about range and much more. EV guide part one: every electric car rated | EV guide part two: how to buy a used electric car Is… Continue reading Ultimate EV guide: The big questions answered
New 2024 BMW M5 to get 700bhp-plus hybrid V8
BMW’s M performance car division will give the seventh-generation BMW M5 a new hybrid drivetrain that is set to boost its reserves to “over 700bhp” and offer “limited electric drive compatibility”, a source close to the German car maker has confirmed. Due on sale in 2024, the new super-saloon is among a series of M… Continue reading New 2024 BMW M5 to get 700bhp-plus hybrid V8
Which PHEV to buy? Every plug-in hybrid on sale in the UK
Could this be the ultimate plug-in electric vehicle? Certainly it pushes the technology further than most, no surprise when you consider the S-Class’s role as flag-bearer for Mercedes’ future developments. Available only in long-wheelbase guise, it mates a 3.0-litre straight-six petrol engine to an electric motor, which with 124bhp delivers only modest EV performance, although… Continue reading Which PHEV to buy? Every plug-in hybrid on sale in the UK
German Handelsblatt: Automaker: “It was more of a snagging than a snagging” – VW vehicle family should work together more efficiently in the future005493
Thomas Schäfer gibt ein Versprechen: Unter seiner Führung soll die Volumengruppe im Volkswagen-Konzern endlich funktionieren. „Das wird was“, sagte der Vorstandschef der Kernmarke VW Pkw in Berlin vor Journalisten. Der Verbund der Marken VW, Skoda, Seat und VW Nutzfahrzeuge werde nach vielen Anläufen endlich zusammenrücken und gemeinsam für niedrigere Kosten und höhere Effizienz sorgen. Zugleich… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Automaker: “It was more of a snagging than a snagging” – VW vehicle family should work together more efficiently in the future005493
Tesla’s latest recall can’t be solved with a software update
/ It’s a surprise rare physical safety recall affecting over 24,000 Model 3 cars caused by incorrect reassembly of rear-left and center seat belt components Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Tesla is issuing a safety recall on over 24,000 Model 3 vehicles that can’t be fixed with a software update this time. The… Continue reading Tesla’s latest recall can’t be solved with a software update
It’s time to admit self-driving cars aren’t going to happen
A couple caveats for those going apoplectic over the headline: I mean self-driving isn’t going to be a thing A) in our lifetimes and B) with any kind of omnipresent scale. So in terms of the daily lived experience of most people reading this, truly autonomous vehicles just aren’t going to happen. The evidence pointing… Continue reading It’s time to admit self-driving cars aren’t going to happen
¿Cuál es el secreto de la unión étnica en Ma’anshan?
BEIJING, 27 de octubre de 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Informe de prensa elaborado por China.org.cn sobre la Aldea Ma‘anshan, en donde familias multiétnicas han transformado su entorno y han salido exitosamente de la pobreza. Continue Reading ¿Cuál es el secreto de la unión étnica en Ma’anshan? En Asia, encontrarás una mezcla de diferentes culturas. Pero en… Continue reading ¿Cuál es el secreto de la unión étnica en Ma’anshan?
BorgWarner Announces Latest Addition to the Borg-Warner Trophy®: 2022 Indianapolis 500 Winner Marcus Ericsson
Marcus Ericsson becomes the 109th face to be sculpted onto the exclusive trophy Marks Ericsson’s first win and Chip Ganassi Racing’s fifth at the Indy 500 since 2000 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Marcus Ericsson has solidified his place in BorgWarner history by becoming the 109th face to be affixed to the… Continue reading BorgWarner Announces Latest Addition to the Borg-Warner Trophy®: 2022 Indianapolis 500 Winner Marcus Ericsson
MOTOR to Showcase Four New Data Products at AAPEX
TROY, Mich., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — MOTOR Information Systems will attend the 2022 Automotive Aftermarket Product Exposition (AAPEX) to take place November 1-3 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas. Schedule a time to meet with the MOTOR team at booth A3023 by visiting motor.com/aapex. This year, MOTOR is excited to showcase four brand-new… Continue reading MOTOR to Showcase Four New Data Products at AAPEX