Here’s the latest news from CES 2025, the world’s largest tech show. Hyundai Motor Group has entered into a strategic partnership with Nvidia to develop the next generation of safe, secure mobility with AI and industrial digital twins. The Group is launching a broad range of AI initiatives into its key mobility products, including software-defined… Continue reading Hyundai to tap Nvidia technologies for next-gen vehicles and manufacturing
Category: US Motoring Press
Yamaha reveals new brand logo
Yamaha Motor Co announced today that it will be changing the design of its corporate logo for the first time in 27 years this year, which also marks the 70th anniversary of Yamaha Motor’s founding in 1955. The new corporate logo has been designed with digital applications in mind and uses a flat (2D) Tuning… Continue reading Yamaha reveals new brand logo
Volkswagen sells 4.8 million vehicles worldwide in 2024, SUV share rises to 47%
Despite strong headwinds, Volkswagen delivered around 4.8 million vehicles to customers worldwide last year (down 1.4% YoY). The German carmaker, which also has a broad range of battery electric vehicles (BEVs), sold 383,100 BEVs in CY2024. Since launching the ID. family in 2019, Volkswagen has sold over 1.35 million units of the ID. worldwide, including… Continue reading Volkswagen sells 4.8 million vehicles worldwide in 2024, SUV share rises to 47%
BYD Atto 2 launched in Europe with 194-mile range
BYD has confirmed the European specification of its new Atto 2 crossover, positioning it as a rival for the likes of the Vauxhall Frontera and Renault 4. At launch, it will be available with a single motor that sends 174bhp to the front wheels, with power drawn from a 45.1kWh battery pack that yields a… Continue reading BYD Atto 2 launched in Europe with 194-mile range
Mazda 6 returns as sleek Tesla Model 3 rival
The Mazda 6 will return to UK showrooms in early 2026 as a sleek, rear-wheel-drive electric fastback to rival the Tesla Model 3. Named the 6e, it will offer two motors and two battery packs. The entry-level car packs 241bhp and a 68.8kWh battery, which yields 300 miles of range and a 0-62mph sprint time… Continue reading Mazda 6 returns as sleek Tesla Model 3 rival
New 2025 Tesla Model Y revealed with fresh look
The new 2025 Tesla Model Y has been officially revealed as sales of the updated crossover begin in China. Codenamed Project Juniper and spotted testing in Europe earlier this month, this facelift for the Model Y comes as Tesla faces intense competition in all global markets. Broadly, the upgrades match those made to the Tesla… Continue reading New 2025 Tesla Model Y revealed with fresh look
New Renault Twingo interior blends top-rung tech with 1990s nods
The new Renault Twingo has edged closer to production with the unveiling of a “90%-ready” prototype at the Brussels motor show, complete with running gear and a full, showroom-spec interior. Due in the first half of 2026 with a starting price south of €20,000 (£16,600), the 3750mm-long hatchback will be the entry point into Renault’s… Continue reading New Renault Twingo interior blends top-rung tech with 1990s nods
U.A.W. Seeks Union Election at Ford Battery Plant in Kentucky
The United Automobile Workers union is seeking approval from federal labor regulators for a union election among workers at a Ford Motor battery plant in Kentucky, providing an important test of organized labor’s strength after the election of Donald J. Trump. The union petitioned the National Labor Relations Board on Tuesday to let workers at… Continue reading U.A.W. Seeks Union Election at Ford Battery Plant in Kentucky
Elon Musk promotes far-right Alternative for Germany candidate, hosts discussion on X
Alice Weidel, co-leader of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) political party, arrives to speak to the media with AfD co-leader Tino Chrupalla shortly after the AfD leadership confirmed Weidel as the party’s candidate for chancellor on December 07, 2024 in Berlin, Germany. Maryam Majd | Getty Images Elon Musk used his social network X… Continue reading Elon Musk promotes far-right Alternative for Germany candidate, hosts discussion on X
Land Rover Defender set to tackle 2026 Dakar Rally
The Dakar Rally is just about the toughest motorsport race on the planet, but to prove the mettle of the Defender, Land Rover is entering its premium, family-friendly SUV into the 2026 event as part of a full FIA World Rally Raid Championship (W2RC) programme. Between 2026 and 2028, two Defenders will take part across… Continue reading Land Rover Defender set to tackle 2026 Dakar Rally