2024 Kia EV9 Courtesy: Kia Motors NEW YORK — Korean automaker Kia on Wednesday unveiled the U.S. version of its upcoming EV9, a three-row electric SUV that will serve as the brand’s flagship model when it launches late this year. The EV9 is a midsize SUV that – like many other EVs – has a… Continue reading Kia’s new EV9 is a 7-passenger electric SUV coming to the U.S. late this year
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Ram’s electric pickup will top the F-150 Lightning and GMC Hummer in EV range
2025 Ram 1500 REV electric pickup truck Ram NEW YORK — An upcoming Ram electric pickup truck from Stellantis will offer up to 500 miles of driving range when fully charged, the automaker said Wednesday as it officially revealed the vehicle. That range would top Ram’s current gas-powered 1500 full-size trucks as well as all-electric… Continue reading Ram’s electric pickup will top the F-150 Lightning and GMC Hummer in EV range
The EV industry is gaining momentum. But public charging is a long way from being accessible to all
Electric vehicles will play a critical role in slashing transport-related emissions in the years ahead. Momentum behind the industry is building, with a number of big economies gearing up for the mass rollout of EVs and sales of electric cars hitting 6.6 million in 2021, a record, according to the International Energy Agency. Not all countries will move… Continue reading The EV industry is gaining momentum. But public charging is a long way from being accessible to all
All-electric Ram 1500 REV to offer 500-mile range, 110-mile charge in 10 minutes
Making due on its promise to outdo the competition, the all-electric 2025 Ram 1500 REV pickup truck will offer 500 miles of range, a 110-mile charge in 10 minutes, up to 14,000 pounds of towing and up to 2,700 pounds of payload, according to Stellantis NV. The REV made its in-person premiere on Wednesday morning… Continue reading All-electric Ram 1500 REV to offer 500-mile range, 110-mile charge in 10 minutes
Jeep Wrangler refresh is ‘most capable,’ expands 4xe lineup
Jeep’s flagship Wrangler SUV is getting a refresh for 2024 with an expanded 4xe lineup, more safety features and new capabilities. The updates revealed Wednesday at the New York International Auto Show come just as U.S. Wrangler sales fell 17% year-over-year in the first quarter of 2022, shedding market share to its newest competitor, the… Continue reading Jeep Wrangler refresh is ‘most capable,’ expands 4xe lineup
NYC Auto Show: 3-row, electric Kia EV9 wows with bold bod, big screens, fast-charging
New York – Determined to make a splash in the world’s richest market, South Korea-based Hyundai Motor Group’s Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis brands have never shied from big reveals at the New York International Auto Show. Hyundai’s flagship Palisade was unveiled here and Genesis took the wraps off the 2016 New York and 2018 Essentia… Continue reading NYC Auto Show: 3-row, electric Kia EV9 wows with bold bod, big screens, fast-charging
‘Just getting started’: UAW adds 10,000 members in 2022
The United Auto Workers bulked up its forces last year ahead of negotiations with Detroit’s three automakers this summer, according to a filing with the U.S. Labor Department, adding more than 10,000 members to its ranks. The Detroit-based union that represents autoworkers and employees from a swath of other industries — including agriculture, higher education,… Continue reading ‘Just getting started’: UAW adds 10,000 members in 2022
China slowly squeezes global carmakers out of its massive market
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Two-year wait time for new Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray
The first electrified Chevrolet Corvette has made its public world debut at the New York motor show, having notched up a two-year waiting list due to its popularity. The new ‘Vette, which matches a roaring 6.2-litre V8 petrol engine with an electric motor, is also the first ever to receive four-wheel-drive and is the fastest-accelerating yet. Named… Continue reading Two-year wait time for new Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray
Volvo C40 refresh to bring boosted 342 miles of range
The refreshed Volvo C40 Recharge Twin is claimed to have a WLTP range of 342 miles, following official tests by the Swedish firm. It will arrive later this year, along with its refreshed Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin sibling, which is claimed to have 334 miles of range. The 64-mile improvements are thanks to a larger 82kWh battery and improved cooling efficiency. The… Continue reading Volvo C40 refresh to bring boosted 342 miles of range