Tesla will launch a long-wheelbase version of the Model Y in China, a new filing with the nation’s Ministry of Industry and Information has revealed. Compared with the regular Model Y, it has been stretched by 186mm – 150mm of which is between the front and rear axles. It is also slightly taller, at 1668mm… Continue reading Tesla Model Y gains long-wheelbase variant with six seats
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Winners and losers of UK’s new EV incentives
An overwhelming majority of car makers have craved the return of incentives to boost demand for electric cars in the UK, with ever-greater desperation since the start of 2024. The ZEV mandate introduced by the government 18 months ago meant manufacturers faced significant fines for not selling enough EVs, and barely an interview with a top UK… Continue reading Winners and losers of UK’s new EV incentives
Corvette commits to V8 long term as EV still “science fiction”
“But when you drive an E-Ray, you just fire it up and drive it. It’s just a hybrid. It charges the battery for you. It does everything. If you want to override and make it charge the battery faster, there’s a button for that. But other than that, that’s pretty much it, and keep it… Continue reading Corvette commits to V8 long term as EV still “science fiction”
China’s GWM primes new pick-up for UK market
Chinese brand GWM has hinted that it will enter the pick-up market, priming its Cannon model for a UK launch. The firm has released a preview image of the pick-up and said it will launch a new “rough, tough and go-anywhere” model next month. The image shows a front end that matches up with the… Continue reading China’s GWM primes new pick-up for UK market
Chinese firm GAC confirms UK launch with Volkswagen ID 3 rival
Arriving alongside the Aion UT is the Aion V, a Tesla Model Y and Skoda Enyaq-rivalling electric SUV revealed at last year’s Paris motor show. It gets a 224bhp motor and a 90kWh LFP battery, giving a range of 324 miles. In addition to EVs, GAC intends to launch a range of hybrids, plug-in hybrids and “in some cases” pure-ICE… Continue reading Chinese firm GAC confirms UK launch with Volkswagen ID 3 rival
Rolls-Royce Ghost
All of this means that while so many luxury vehicles desperately lack the calibre of steering necessary to explore their handling, the Ghost is different. And it is far from undone by interesting roads (although you may want to avoid any B-road rat runs). In tighter corners, there is no escaping the spectre of understeer,… Continue reading Rolls-Royce Ghost
Volkswagen ID 3 loses eight miles of range after 107,000 miles
A 107,000-mile Volkswagen ID 3 tested by the ADAC, Germany’s equivalent to the AA, has lost only eight miles of usable battery range while covering that distance. It found that the 77kWh battery had lost 9% of its capacity during four years of hard use, having been regularly charged up to 100% and then left at that… Continue reading Volkswagen ID 3 loses eight miles of range after 107,000 miles
India Emerges as ZF’s Aftermarket Powerhouse Amid European Slowdown
ZF Group, a global leader in automotive technology and the second-largest aftermarket manufacturer globally is targeting double-digit growth in its aftermarket business in India in the next couple of years. This target reflects India’s rising importance as a critical growth driver for the company, particularly amidst a slowdown observed in traditional markets such as Europe. The… Continue reading India Emerges as ZF’s Aftermarket Powerhouse Amid European Slowdown
EMotorad Unveils ‘Ranger’ – A Moto-Style E-Cycle Priced at ₹55,999
EMotorad, a leading electric cycle manufacturer in India, has introduced the Ranger—its first moto-style e-cycle—priced at ₹55,999. Available through the company’s dealership network as well as online platforms like Amazon and Flipkart, the Ranger is designed for those seeking an adventurous alternative to traditional bicycles and scooters. The Ranger stands out with its rugged design… Continue reading EMotorad Unveils ‘Ranger’ – A Moto-Style E-Cycle Priced at ₹55,999
Hindustan Zinc Deploys AI System to Automate Chemical Dosing in Production
Hindustan Zinc Limited has launched an AI-powered automation system to optimize chemical dosing in its zinc production processes across three major smelting facilities. The technology, developed in partnership with startup Ripik.AI, uses machine learning algorithms to automate the dosing of consumables including zinc dust, sodium sulphate, lime, and cement. The system operates at Hindustan Zinc’s… Continue reading Hindustan Zinc Deploys AI System to Automate Chemical Dosing in Production