Skoda Enyaq vRS: Skoda’s performance vRS badge will arrive for the first time on an electric model, as its answer to the Volkswagen ID 4 GTX. It will be driven by the same powertrain used by the GTX too, so a 0-62mph time of just over 6.0secs and a 300 mile range are expected. Ssangyong… Continue reading New electric cars 2022: what’s coming when
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New cars 2022: what’s coming and when
Fisker Ocean: Given Fisker’s tainted history, it would be easy to dismiss the prospects of this bold new car. But we believe it’s time to start taking Fisker seriously, because the Ocean looks a credible contender in the electric SUV ranks and has some very credible firms involved in its manufacturing and distribution. Revealed in… Continue reading New cars 2022: what’s coming and when
GM patents self-driving car for learner drivers
General Motors (GM) has filed a patent for new autonomous vehicle technology that could teach learners how to drive without the need for a human instructor. The American firm suggests that it could introduce technology in its future self-driving cars that will judge a learner’s driving ability, giving operational feedback and taking over control if… Continue reading GM patents self-driving car for learner drivers
New Lexus RZ 450e launches firm’s EV push with 309bhp, 4WD
The new Lexus RZ 450e is the Japanese marque’s first bespoke electric car, serving as the spearhead for the firm’s new range of premium and dynamically oriented EVs. Due in the UK at the end of 2022, it is a similar size to the best-selling Lexus NX, but bosses are keen to emphasise that it… Continue reading New Lexus RZ 450e launches firm’s EV push with 309bhp, 4WD
Volvo invests in electric car battery developer StoreDot
Volvo has anmounced it is investing in StoreDot, an Israeli company developing fast-charging battery technology for electric cars. StoreDot has previously said it is working on technology that could result in batteries that can charge up to 99 miles of pure electric range in five minutes. The partnership could mean StoreDot’s technology could hit the… Continue reading Volvo invests in electric car battery developer StoreDot
Speed limiters could be fitted to all new cars under EU ruling
Speed limiters could be fitted to all newly manufactured cars following a controversial EU ruling. The UK Government is set to launch a consultation on the matter, looking into the possibility of speeding drivers having their car’s engine power reduced or having warning alarms going off. Such systems would be based on “intelligent speed assistance”,… Continue reading Speed limiters could be fitted to all new cars under EU ruling
Volkswagen targets 435 miles of range for updated MEB platform
Volkswagen has revealed plans to update the MEB platform, targeting increased range, faster charging times and higher performance for future cars using the brand’s all-electric vehicle architecture. Confirmed in a presentation to attendees at the UBS Paris Electric Car Day, a slide within the presentation referred to ‘enhancements’ that are coming for the MEB platform,… Continue reading Volkswagen targets 435 miles of range for updated MEB platform
`Ather’s strongest muscle is its engineering capability’
Electric scooter maker, Ather Energy will focus on lowering its cost structure as part of an effort to make the brand more accessible to end-users. “We have to invest a lot more time in engineering because the current cost structures that the industry has are not super long-term viable,” Tarun Mehta, Co-founder and CEO, told Autocar… Continue reading `Ather’s strongest muscle is its engineering capability’
Sany’s localisation plan pays off
Sany India, the wholly owned subsidiary of Sany Heavy Industry, a China-based construction equipment company is banking on India’s ‘Make-in-India’ programme to enhance its footprint in the world’s third largest construction equipment (CE) industry. Deepak Garg, Managing Director, Sany Heavy Industry ( India) told Autocar Professional that his company has invested over Rs 3000-3500 crore over… Continue reading Sany’s localisation plan pays off
Steve Cropley: Goodwood is a cause for celebration
Saturday AM Serious elation this morning as we headed into the Goodwood Members’ Meeting, first and most intimate of the great Sussex estate’s three big car events this year. Not only had the organisers lucked into a perfect crisp, sunny day but our transport was remarkable, too: WO Bentley’s personal 1930 Mulliner-bodied 8 Litre ‘company… Continue reading Steve Cropley: Goodwood is a cause for celebration