The CLA EV can be rapid-charged at rates of up to 320kW, thanks to its 800V electrical architecture, allowing for a 186-mile top-up in just 10 minutes. In addition to the 85kWh battery, a 58kWh lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) pack will be added to the line- up shortly after launch. This will almost certainly bring a significant… Continue reading Mercedes rethinks electric cars with game-changing 492-mile CLA
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Dacia Sandero
The Sandero’s increased wheelbase means rear-seat passengers get more leg room. There’s a very competitive amount of passenger and luggage space on offer here – which, when you consider that this is a B-segment supermini that costs less than some A-segment city cars (Kia Picanto, Hyundai i10, Toyota Aygo X) is a real selling point.… Continue reading Dacia Sandero
Ferrari CEO says automaker is doing ‘scenario planning’ to counter potential impact of tariffs
Workers on the production line at the new Ferrari NV E-building factory in Maranello, Italy, on Friday, June 21, 2024. Francesca Volpi | Bloomberg | Getty Images The chief executive of Ferrari on Thursday said the company was prepared for potential U.S. tariffs on European automakers. “We are ready with some countermeasures,” Ferrari CEO Benedetto… Continue reading Ferrari CEO says automaker is doing ‘scenario planning’ to counter potential impact of tariffs
Tata Motors appoints former MD Guenter Butschek as independent director
Tata Motors Ltd has appointed its former Managing Director and CEO, Guenter Butschek, as an independent director on its board for a five-year period, starting from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2030. His appointment comes at a critical juncture as Tata Motors moves forward with its strategic demerger, separating its commercial and passenger vehicle… Continue reading Tata Motors appoints former MD Guenter Butschek as independent director
Tata Motors appoints former MD Guenter Butschek as independent director
Tata Motors Ltd has appointed its former Managing Director and CEO, Guenter Butschek, as an independent director on its board for a five-year period, starting from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2030. His appointment comes at a critical juncture as Tata Motors moves forward with its strategic demerger, separating its commercial and passenger vehicle… Continue reading Tata Motors appoints former MD Guenter Butschek as independent director
Amid Energy Transition Talk, India Liberalizes Oil Extraction and Production Norms
Even as the country actively seeks to wean itself off its addiction to imported fossil fuels, the government has moved to make the local extraction and production of petroleum products easier for companies. The Lower house of parliament passed the Oilfield (Regulatory and Development) Amendment Bill, 2024, which aims to simplify regulations, attract investments, and… Continue reading Amid Energy Transition Talk, India Liberalizes Oil Extraction and Production Norms
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
When this car first launched there were six engine options. BMW has seen fit to ditch diesel and the least powerful petrol, so now there are only four. They consist of two petrols and two PHEVs. The least powerful petrol is the 1.5-litre 220i – a 168bhp three-cylinder unit. The more powerful 223i is a… Continue reading BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Seat won’t launch an EV until 2030s, confirms CEO
Seat won’t launch an electric car this decade – but the brand will need one if it’s to survive in the future, CEO Wayne Griffiths has confirmed. The Volkswagen Group-owned brand will make a decision on an EV timeline “at the end of the decade”, said Griffiths. However, speaking at Seat and Cupra’s 2024 results conference, Griffiths… Continue reading Seat won’t launch an EV until 2030s, confirms CEO
Mercedes-AMG G63
The biggest change is the new AMG Active Ride Control suspension system. Hydraulics replace torsion-bar cross-stabilisers and the shock absorbers gain hydraulic connections. Essentially, you can decrease stiffness for off-roading and increase it to reduce roll while cornering on road. This makes for the sweetest handling G-Class ever. One of Mercedes’ engineers was perhaps damning it with… Continue reading Mercedes-AMG G63
Maserati GranCabrio Folgore
So here we are with a £185,000, four-seat electric cabriolet that will do 0-62mph in 2.8sec – as fast as the Ferrari 296 GTB, despite the fact that it weighs 2.4 tonnes. How does that translate to UK roads? Well, despite the vaguely nauseating headline figures, the Grancabrio is an enjoyable GT. Forget the outright pace. Between the adaptive air… Continue reading Maserati GranCabrio Folgore