The firm’s chief engineer, Takashi Watanabe, outlined that the gearstick and clutch wouldn’t be connected directly to the motor, but they would simulate shifts by adjusting the torque settings of the electric motor. He also suggested that it could be programmed to allow the car to roll back on a hill, or even potentially emulate… Continue reading Akio Toyoda confirms electric Toyota GR sports car is testing
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Ark Zero launched as £5995 Citroen Ami rival
British EV start-up Ark has launched an electric quadricycle called the Zero that costs £5995 and is claimed to be “the UK’s most affordable electric car”. Now available to order from the firm’s website only, the 489kg electric two-seater from the London-based firm has a 28mph top speed, 50.3-mile range and room enough for two adults… Continue reading Ark Zero launched as £5995 Citroen Ami rival
Volvo Car India expects 25-30 percent of its sales in 2023 to come from EVs
Swedish luxury car maker Volvo Car India expects almost a third of its sales to come from battery electric vehicles (EVs). Already, in the first five months of this calendar year, 25 percent of the company’s sales are EVs. With the launch of the new C40 electric coupe, Volvo Car India may breach the four-digit mark… Continue reading Volvo Car India expects 25-30 percent of its sales in 2023 to come from EVs
Volvo Car India expects 25-30 percent of its sales in 2023 to come from EVs
Swedish luxury car maker Volvo Car India expects almost a third of its sales to come from battery electric vehicles (EVs). Already, in the first five months of this calendar year, 25 percent of the company’s sales are EVs. With the launch of the new C40 electric coupe, Volvo Car India may breach the four-digit mark… Continue reading Volvo Car India expects 25-30 percent of its sales in 2023 to come from EVs
Ford’s 320kph wind tunnel helps design most aerodynamic Mustang
Wind tunnels have long been used to design and test aerodynamic and energy efficient vehicles. Now, Ford has combined the latest wind tunnel technology with the equivalent of a vehicle-sized treadmill to help create its next-generation of production vehicles, including the all-new Mustang Dark Horse. Capable of simulating wind and road surface speeds of 200mph… Continue reading Ford’s 320kph wind tunnel helps design most aerodynamic Mustang
Maruti Suzuki takes early lead in UV sales in April-May, Mahindra drives ahead of Tata Motors
Two months into the fiscal year, the utility vehicle (UV) segment, which includes SUVs and MPVs, continues to be the bulwark of the overall passenger vehicle segment in India. With cumulative wholesales of 363,563 units in April-May 2023, UVs accounted for 54.61% of total PV sales of 665,625 units, improving upon the 51.50% they had… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki takes early lead in UV sales in April-May, Mahindra drives ahead of Tata Motors
New seven-seat Volkswagen Tayron to arrive in the UK in 2025
The new seven-seat Volkswagen Tayron is due on sale in the UK in 2025 as a successor to the outgoing Tiguan Allspace, which will be retired after this generation. The first-generation Tayron is sold exclusively in China in both standard and coupé (Tayron X) body styles, but the redesigned Mk2 car is being engineered for… Continue reading New seven-seat Volkswagen Tayron to arrive in the UK in 2025
Hero MotoCorp launches 2023 Xtreme 160R 4V at a price range of Rs 1.27 – 1.36 lakh
Hero has launched the Xtreme 160R 4V in India, with prices beginning at Rs 1.27 lakh and going up to Rs 1.36 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), depending on the variant. Most notably, this update brings a 37mm KYB USD fork and Showa monoshock, a more powerful 4-valve engine and a couple other cosmetic changes. 2023 Hero… Continue reading Hero MotoCorp launches 2023 Xtreme 160R 4V at a price range of Rs 1.27 – 1.36 lakh
Everest Fleet secures US$ 20 million in funding led by Uber
Everest Fleet secures US$ 20 million in funding led by Uber Everest Fleet Mumbai-based fleet operator, has closed a US$ 20 million funding round led by Uber, the global ridesharing leader. The funding will enable Everest Fleet to expand its operations and grow the overall supply pool available for the ridesharing industry where demand continues… Continue reading Everest Fleet secures US$ 20 million in funding led by Uber
Ford’s newest Raptor to run legendary desert race vs. world’s toughest off-roaders
Ford’s Ranger Raptor midsize pickup will compete in the legendary Dakar endurance rally in 2024 and 2025, the automaker announced Wednesday. The 14-day 3,100-mile race is a brutal test of vehicles’ performance and durability through the Saudi Arabian desert. The current Ranger Raptor has won off-road races like the Baja 1,000 in Mexico and Australia’s… Continue reading Ford’s newest Raptor to run legendary desert race vs. world’s toughest off-roaders