General Motors Co. has launched production of its BrightDrop electric delivery vehicle at CAMI Assembly in Ontario, making it the first EV factory in Canada. The startup’s electric delivery van products are part of a growing segment and are expected to bring in $1 billion in revenue in 2023, the company said last month. BrightDrop,… Continue reading GM’s BrightDrop starts Ontario production of electric delivery vans
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Vietnamese EV maker VinFast files for American IPO
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BorgWarner to spin off fuel systems, aftermarket business in ‘pivot to EVs’
Auburn Hills-based auto supplier BorgWarner Inc. said Tuesday it will spin off its fuel systems and aftermarket businesses into a new publicly traded company. The tax-free separation is expected to happen in late 2023 following regulatory approvals and final support from BorgWarner’s board of directors. Shareholders would own stock in both companies. Spokeswoman Michelle Collins… Continue reading BorgWarner to spin off fuel systems, aftermarket business in ‘pivot to EVs’
Battery prices climb for first time just as more EVs hit market
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Maruti Ertiga wins 2023 OLX Autos Autocar Pre-Owned Car of the Year award
When it comes to buying used cars there’s not that much help on hand so to help you make a good decision and make sure you spend your money wisely, we bring you the Pre-Owned Car Awards. Last year, in association with OLX Autos, we had the inaugural ‘Pre-Owned Car Awards’ and this year too,… Continue reading Maruti Ertiga wins 2023 OLX Autos Autocar Pre-Owned Car of the Year award
Maruti Ertiga wins 2023 OLX Autos Autocar Pre-Owned Car of the Year award
When it comes to buying used cars there’s not that much help on hand so to help you make a good decision and make sure you spend your money wisely, we bring you the Pre-Owned Car Awards. Last year, in association with OLX Autos, we had the inaugural ‘Pre-Owned Car Awards’ and this year too,… Continue reading Maruti Ertiga wins 2023 OLX Autos Autocar Pre-Owned Car of the Year award
Maruti Ertiga wins 2023 OLX Autos Autocar Pre-Owned Car of the Year award
When it comes to buying used cars there’s not that much help on hand so to help you make a good decision and make sure you spend your money wisely, we bring you the Pre-Owned Car Awards. Last year, in association with OLX Autos, we had the inaugural ‘Pre-Owned Car Awards’ and this year too,… Continue reading Maruti Ertiga wins 2023 OLX Autos Autocar Pre-Owned Car of the Year award
Mercedes-Benz opens first EQ electric car showroom
Mercedes-Benz today opened the first showroom dedicated to its EQ sub-brand for electric cars. The dealership in Yokohama, Japan, was designed to promote the sub-brand, so wears its black-and-blue-lit livery and features amenities including a suite of Chademo chargers. Inside is an example of each EQ model currently offered in Japan – the EQA hatchback, EQB SUV, EQC SUV, EQE saloon and… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz opens first EQ electric car showroom
2024 Fisker Pear: £25,000 Volkswagen ID 3 rival breaks cover
Fisker has started road-testing its upcoming Pear electric city car, which will arrive in 2024 with a sub-$30,000 (£25,000) price tag. Making its debut in a new video clip (below), the Pear (Personal Electric Automotive Revolution) will sit below the upcoming Fisker Ocean crossover, with a shorter wheelbase than its sibling but while retaining a spacious interior. It… Continue reading 2024 Fisker Pear: £25,000 Volkswagen ID 3 rival breaks cover
UK company car fleet running costs rise by almost 20% in 2022
Average whole-life costs for company cars have increased by 18% this year, according to ALD Automotive, but electric vehicles are still competitive despite escalating energy prices. Stéphane Rénie, the leasing company’s head of corporate social responsibility, said more choice, longer ranges and faster charging had enabled Europe’s electric company car market to thrive. Most corporate… Continue reading UK company car fleet running costs rise by almost 20% in 2022