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Second-gen Nio ES6 due in UK with new platform and 490bhp
Chinese premium EV brand Nio has launched the second generation of its ES6 SUV – which is tipped to form part of its line-up when it comes to the UK next year – at the Shanghai motor show. The Audi Q8 E-tron and Mercedes-Benz EQC rival was launched in 2019 and is the firm’s best-selling model in China.… Continue reading Second-gen Nio ES6 due in UK with new platform and 490bhp
New ultra-dense CATL batteries weigh just 2kg per kWh
Chinese battery giant CATL has launched a radical new type of cell with an energy density of 500Wh per 1kg, which could enable electric cars to use far lighter batteries and offer longer ranges. It represents a significant advance in battery technology: the Panasonic 2170 cells used in the Tesla Model 3 are widely reported… Continue reading New ultra-dense CATL batteries weigh just 2kg per kWh
Watch: Hot new Range Rover Sport SV confirmed for 31 May
As with all Land Rover models, the new Range Rover Sport is an evolution of the outgoing model in appearance, keeping its short overhangs and steeply raked windows at the front and back. It has a 75mm-longer wheelbase than previously to improve rear leg room. Chief exterior designer Dominic Najafi highlighted three fundamental elements to… Continue reading Watch: Hot new Range Rover Sport SV confirmed for 31 May
The company bringing China’s digital bling to Europe’s dashboards
The Chinese car buyer is well known for valuing digital experience above pretty much all others. So it makes sense that a company with a background of fulfilling their need for flashy graphics, multiple apps and smartphone integration should come knocking on the doors of Western car makers. This is the plan of Ecarx, a technology… Continue reading The company bringing China’s digital bling to Europe’s dashboards
Arcfox Kaola supports parents with baby-focused gadgets
The new Arcfox Kaola compact electric crossover from Chinese giant BAIC’s premium brand is claimed to be the first car developed with a specific focus on parents with young children. The new machine represents a significant departure for the brand, which has previously released the Arcfox 7 supercar and currently offers the performance-honed Alpha S… Continue reading Arcfox Kaola supports parents with baby-focused gadgets
Volkswagen and PowerCo to build largest gigafactory in Canada
The Volkswagen Group is pushing ahead with its ambitious electric vehicle (EV) strategy in North America. Its battery company PowerCo SE aims to build its largest gigafactory to date in St. Thomas, Ontario/Canada with an annual production capacity of up to 90 GWh in the final expansion phase. The planned investment is up to 4.8… Continue reading Volkswagen and PowerCo to build largest gigafactory in Canada
Volkswagen and PowerCo to build largest gigafactory in Canada
The Volkswagen Group is pushing ahead with its ambitious electric vehicle (EV) strategy in North America. Its battery company PowerCo SE aims to build its largest gigafactory to date in St. Thomas, Ontario/Canada with an annual production capacity of up to 90 GWh in the final expansion phase. The planned investment is up to 4.8… Continue reading Volkswagen and PowerCo to build largest gigafactory in Canada
udChalo launches electric bicycle Vir Bike at Rs 25,995 for armed forces and Rs 27,995 for rest of India
udChalo launches electric bicycle Vir Bike at Rs 25,995 for armed forces and Rs 27,995 for rest of India udChalo, a Pune-based consumer technology company for the armed forces, has launched Made in India electric bicycle Vir Bike, to celebrate Earth Day (22 April). The company has introduced this eco-friendly vehicle to offer sustainable and… Continue reading udChalo launches electric bicycle Vir Bike at Rs 25,995 for armed forces and Rs 27,995 for rest of India
Porsche India announces Cayenne, Cayenne Coupe facelift prices, deliveries to begin in July
Porsche India announces Cayenne, Cayenne Coupe facelift prices, deliveries to begin in July Stuttgart, Germany-based sports-car maker, Porsche, has announced the prices of the facelifted versions of the Cayenne and Cayenne Coupe, which come priced at Rs 1.36 crore and 1.42 crore, ex-showroom, respectively. While bookings for the Cayenne facelift twins are now open, deliveries… Continue reading Porsche India announces Cayenne, Cayenne Coupe facelift prices, deliveries to begin in July