Freudenberg Sealing Technologies has announced development of a new thermoplastic that can handle extreme heat of up to 1,200 deg Celsius without melting. This development could play a significant role in improving fire protection in electric vehicle drives. The material is called ‘Quantix ULTRA’ and it resists melting even at extreme temperatures of up to… Continue reading Freudenberg Sealing Technologies’ new thermoplastic for EVs resists melting even at 1,200deg C
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Hyundai Ioniq 5, Royal Enfield Himalayan the big winners at Autocar Awards 2024
Hyundai’s all-electric Ioniq 5 has bagged the Car of the Year, while the Royal Enfield Himalayan was adjudged as the Bike of the Year at the 2024 Autocar Awards ceremony held in Mumbai last night. To win the title, the electric Ioniq 5 had to face some fierce competition from the likes of the Exter, Maruti Fronx, Hyundai Verna, Citroen C3… Continue reading Hyundai Ioniq 5, Royal Enfield Himalayan the big winners at Autocar Awards 2024
Electric Ford F-150 spawns hardcore rally weapon
The Ford F-150 Lightning Switchgear has been unveiled as an off-road demonstration of Ford’s electric powertrains that promises to “push the boundaries” of electric pick-ups. The one-off truck, set to make its debut at next week’s King of Hammers off-road racing event in California, follows the Supervan 4 and Mustang Mach-E 1400 EV projects. It’s said to provide a… Continue reading Electric Ford F-150 spawns hardcore rally weapon
Tesla Drivers in Chicago Confront a Harsh Foe: Cold Weather
With Chicago temperatures sinking below zero, electric vehicle charging stations have become scenes of desperation: depleted batteries, confrontational drivers and lines stretching out onto the street. “When it’s cold like this, cars aren’t functioning well, chargers aren’t functioning well, and people don’t function so well either,” said Javed Spencer, an Uber driver who said he… Continue reading Tesla Drivers in Chicago Confront a Harsh Foe: Cold Weather
Hybrid Cars Enjoy a Renaissance as All-Electric Sales Slow
As Teslas and other electric vehicles dazzled car buyers with futuristic technology and dreams of a gasoline-free future, hybrid cars began to seem like yesterday’s news. Sales of the Toyota Prius, the standard-bearer for hybrids, fell 85 percent over a decade. Now, a slowdown in the growth of electric car sales has led General Motors,… Continue reading Hybrid Cars Enjoy a Renaissance as All-Electric Sales Slow
This startup has a different take on driverless cars. Now it’s launching in the U.S.
Vay operates what’s called a “teledriving” service, where a car is driven remotely by a human rather than by a computer. Vay German startup Vay on Wednesday launched its so-called “teledriving” solution in the U.S. for the first time, putting the company into direct competition with more richly funded and valuable American firms in the… Continue reading This startup has a different take on driverless cars. Now it’s launching in the U.S.
Cars are one of the few purchases Gen Z is reluctant to make online. Here’s why that can be smart
Momo Productions | Digitalvision | Getty Images Growing up in the age of the internet and technology, online shopping is second nature for Gen Zers. One-third, 32%, of Gen Z consumers shop online at least once a day, according to data from marketing firm Tinuiti. Yet, 80% of Gen Z drivers prefer to buy a… Continue reading Cars are one of the few purchases Gen Z is reluctant to make online. Here’s why that can be smart
Tesla slashes car prices across Europe after similar cuts in China
Tesla Model Y, equipped with FSD system. Three front facing cameras under windshield near rear view mirror. Mark Leong | The Washington Post | Getty Images Tesla on late Tuesday trimmed prices for its Model Y cars across several countries in Europe, a week after announcing similar price cuts for its Model 3 and Model… Continue reading Tesla slashes car prices across Europe after similar cuts in China
China’s BYD launches AI-powered smart car technology to better compete with rivals
Visitors look at an BYD Seal U electric car of Chinese car brand BYD at the IAA Mobility 2023 international motor show on September 6, 2023 in Munich, Germany. Leonhard Simon | Getty Images News | Getty Images BYD launched its AI-powered smart car system on Tuesday as the world’s largest electric car maker seeks… Continue reading China’s BYD launches AI-powered smart car technology to better compete with rivals
Best used luxury cars 2024
With high purchase prices and equally steep running costs, brand-new luxury cars are little more than a fantasy for most drivers. However, opting for one of the best used luxury cars means you can enjoy the same high levels of opulence, comfort and technology but at a much more manageable price. Luxury cars are usually… Continue reading Best used luxury cars 2024