The Volvo EX30 will be available with two battery sizes plus single- and dual-motor powertrains when it’s launched in November. Speaking to journalists about the EX30’s environmental credentials (it has the lowest carbon footprint of any Volvo produced to date), sustainability centre manager Anders Nyth said: “From launch, we will offer it with two battery variants. A smaller variant, 51kWh, which… Continue reading Volvo EX30 to offer two batteries, up to 298 miles of range
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New 2023 Vauxhall Corsa brings hybrid and 255-mile EV
The Corsa supermini will get a major facelift this year when it receives new electric and hybrid powertrain options and becomes the last current Vauxhall to gain the company’s bold ‘Vizor’ grille. The British brand hopes heavy visual updates and increased power choices – as well as a rise in electric-only range – will enable… Continue reading New 2023 Vauxhall Corsa brings hybrid and 255-mile EV
Ford leaves BYD and Tesla to do battle on EV costs
Ford has signalled that it will back away from competing with EV giants such as BYD and Tesla for its second generation of EVs, due from 2025, as it targets more profitable niches in response to an increasingly crowded field. Ford CEO Jim Farley told analysts at the American giant’s recent capital markets day that it saw in advance how tough the… Continue reading Ford leaves BYD and Tesla to do battle on EV costs
My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep. 37)
Episode 37 of the My Week In Cars podcast finds our resident gearheads Steve Cropley and Matt Prior wondering whether we have reached Peak Car, discussing what MG sports car owners think of the new Cyberster, celebrate (sort of) the Austin Allegro turning 50, and spend some time on the technical masterpiece that is the… Continue reading My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep. 37)
Tesla to choose location for factory in India by 2023 end: Report
Elon Musk said that Tesla could choose a location for establishing a factory in India by the end of 2023, Reuters reported. Musk replied in the affirmative upon being asked by Wall Street Journal’s Thorold Barker if the event in the country was interesting. Absolutely, is what the Tesla Chief is said to have told the… Continue reading Tesla to choose location for factory in India by 2023 end: Report
Tampered wiring caused XUV700 fire, says Mahindra
Mahindra Automotive has released an official statement regarding the XUV700 SUV that caught fire on the Jaipur National Highway recently. The company stated that it has conducted an investigation and initial findings reveal that the wiring of the car was tampered with, which could have led to the fire. Mahindra XUV700 fire: the incident In a Twitter post on May 21,… Continue reading Tampered wiring caused XUV700 fire, says Mahindra
Tampered wiring caused XUV700 fire, says Mahindra
Mahindra Automotive has released an official statement regarding the XUV700 SUV that caught fire on the Jaipur National Highway recently. The company stated that it has conducted an investigation and initial findings reveal that the wiring of the car was tampered with, which could have led to the fire. Mahindra XUV700 fire: the incident In a Twitter post on May 21,… Continue reading Tampered wiring caused XUV700 fire, says Mahindra
Volvo Group launches AR safety app for electric trucks
Volvo Group has become the first truck manufacturer to launch an Augmented Reality (AR) safety app for electric trucks, designed specifically to support first responders in an emergency. The app is developed to deliver instant, valuable information from the electric truck to the emergency services team arriving on the scene to guide them in real-time… Continue reading Volvo Group launches AR safety app for electric trucks
Volvo Group launches AR safety app for electric trucks
Volvo Group has become the first truck manufacturer to launch an Augmented Reality (AR) safety app for electric trucks, designed specifically to support first responders in an emergency. The app is developed to deliver instant, valuable information from the electric truck to the emergency services team arriving on the scene to guide them in real-time… Continue reading Volvo Group launches AR safety app for electric trucks
JLR targets Silicon Valley and Israel start-ups, partners TCS to accelerate innovation
JLR has marked the first anniversary of its Open Innovation programme by announcing the expansion of its global presence, into Israel and Silicon Valley, USA after successful growth of ecosystems in the UK and Brazil. In the past year, the Open Innovation programme has engaged with over 600 start-ups globally, resulting in 27 co-creation projects.… Continue reading JLR targets Silicon Valley and Israel start-ups, partners TCS to accelerate innovation