Volkswagen will launch heavily updated versions of its ID models from 2026 as part of a significant upgrade to the MEB architecture on which they are based. VW R&D boss Kai Grünitz confirmed the developments to Autocar at the LA motor show, along with the launch of a new ID 2 SUV concept car at… Continue reading Volkswagen to overhaul entire electric car line-up in 2026
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Kia EV6 GT updated with 641bhp Hyundai Ioniq 5 N powertrain
The hot Kia EV6 GT will be updated with the powertrain from the closely related Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, bringing a significant increase in power. The dual-motor, four-wheel drive set-up puts out 601bhp and 545lb ft of torque in normal operation, but this temporarily increases to 641bhp and 568lb ft when the car’s GT drive… Continue reading Kia EV6 GT updated with 641bhp Hyundai Ioniq 5 N powertrain
Lotus backtracks on electric-only plan in favour of new ‘hyper hybrid’ tech
Lotus has become the latest brand to backtrack on its intention to go electric-only, as it’s now announced plans to introduce a new plug-in “Hyper Hybrid” powertrain in response to changing market demands. According to Lotus: “The Hyper Hybrid technology enables high performance, high efficiency and a flexible longer driving distance of over 1,100 kilometres… Continue reading Lotus backtracks on electric-only plan in favour of new ‘hyper hybrid’ tech
Hyundai reveals all-electric Ioniq 9 three-row SUV
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 EV. Hyundaio Hyundai Motor’s newest all-electric vehicle is the 2026 Ioniq 9 SUV — a three-row, up to seven-passenger SUV for the U.S. market. The new vehicle is Hyundai’s largest EV entry to date, joining the smaller Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 all-electric vehicles in the carmaker’s growing fleet. The Ioniq… Continue reading Hyundai reveals all-electric Ioniq 9 three-row SUV
India accelerates sustainability and climate action at FICCI’s 97th AGM
Union Minister of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, addressed FICCI’s 97th Annual General Meeting, emphasising the need for industries to balance shareholder interests with broader stakeholder responsibilities. He underscored the importance of incorporating climate change, energy usage, and consumption patterns into corporate social responsibility. The minister outlined government efforts to combat air… Continue reading India accelerates sustainability and climate action at FICCI’s 97th AGM
Savaari Car Rentals enhances intercity travel with driver language preference feature
Savaari Car Rentals, an intercity cab service provider, has introduced a Driver Language Preference feature in collaboration with taxi operators across India. This feature, now available in 25 cities, enables customers to request drivers who speak their preferred language, addressing communication challenges in India’s linguistically diverse regions. Taxi operators have also welcomed the initiative, noting… Continue reading Savaari Car Rentals enhances intercity travel with driver language preference feature
New Jaguar concept teased ahead of eagerly awaited reveal
Jaguar’s drip-feed of its shift to becoming an all-electric premium brand is gathering pace, with a tease of the concept car that will be revealed at Miami Art Week on 3 December. The teaser image, a sketch rather than an actual photograph, appears to show the rear end of a car with a bold huge… Continue reading New Jaguar concept teased ahead of eagerly awaited reveal
2025 BMW iX3: first Neue Klasse model begins testing
BMW is set to begin testing the new iX3 SUV, its first model to feature the Neue Klasse design language, as final-stage prototypes have rolled off production lines in Germany. The Audi Q4 E-tron rival spawns from the radical Vision Neue Klasse X concept, which introduced a striking new design language that departed dramatically from the look of… Continue reading 2025 BMW iX3: first Neue Klasse model begins testing
Jeep Recon 4×4 begins road testing ahead of 2025 launch
The Jeep Recon 4×4 has been spotted testing on public roads for the first time ahead of its launch next year. New images of the prototypes captured in Michigan, the US, reveal that the production car remains faithful to the digital renders previously released by the brand, with bluff, Wrangler-like proportions. However, it’s yet to be seen… Continue reading Jeep Recon 4×4 begins road testing ahead of 2025 launch
Autocar Professional’s Nov 15, 2024 edition is out!
Following a robust post-Covid-19 demand surge, the Indian automobile market saw sales stabilise in 2024. Amid growing inventories and the highest discounts since Covid-19, hopes for a robust festive season ran high. Although the season’s early start at Onam was lukewarm, the resilient Indian middle class turned out in full force, driving the industry to… Continue reading Autocar Professional’s Nov 15, 2024 edition is out!