With the iX3, BMW is launching its first model on a new electric platform. The SUV not only has more range and charging power, the Munich-based company is also upgrading elsewhere. Go to Source
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Toyota: Lexus’ all-electric sports car concept becomes the LFA
Lexus is reviving a classic sports car: the electric concept presented at the Japan Mobility Show will be the new LFA. (Lexus, Electric car) Go to Source
Autonomous Tesla tried out: sometimes very briskly, usually very cautiously
Tesla is currently offering its customers test drives in monitored autonomous mode. That worked quite well on a route in Berlin. (Autonomous driving, Electric car) Go to Source
Electric car: Tesla’s slimmed-down Model 3 launches in Germany
Tesla’s Model 3 Standard can now be ordered. It costs 37,970 euros including delivery – but buyers have to make a few compromises. (Tesla Model 3, Electric car) Go to Source
Wallboxes from Shell Recharge: Users angry about failed migration to 50five
Complaints about the Dutch operator 50five are piling up on the Internet. The wallboxes taken over by Shell no longer work. (Wallbox, technology) Go to Source
Advertisement: Pack a jump starter power bank with a 40 percent discount
There is currently a jump starter power bank available at Amazon with a 40 percent discount. This means that it is available at a particularly low price. (car, Amazon) Go to Source
German Handelsblatt: Automotive industry: Mercedes sports car subsidiary AMG has a new boss011980
The tuning unit is one of the most lucrative departments in the DAX group, and the chief position is considered a career springboard. The position has now been filled – with a manager from the competition. Go to Source
German Handelsblatt: Mercedes CLA in the Handelsblatt test: This Mercedes silences environmental aid011980
The new entry-level model from Mercedes is intended to impress company car drivers with its low consumption and long range. Unfortunately, the electric car is sometimes a bit too economical, and not just in terms of consumption. Go to Source
German FAZ: “There will always be Porsche lovers who want a combustion engine”010317
FAZ+VW boss in an interview: “There will always be Porsche lovers who want a combustion engine” December 5th, 2025, 6:04 p.m. Reading time: 7 min. Expand image description In a few days, VW CEO Oliver Blume will be resigning from his position as Porsche boss. Here he talks about unsuccessful cost reductions, his own mistakes… Continue reading German FAZ: “There will always be Porsche lovers who want a combustion engine”010317
German FAZ: VW and the symbolism of the “Gläserne Manufaktur”010316
When Volkswagen opened its “Gläserne Manufaktur” in Dresden almost a quarter of a century ago, the ceremony had an almost sacred character. The Staatskapelle played, the Kreuzchor sang. Chancellor Gerhard Schröder (SPD) personally inaugurated the location, and company patriarch Ferdinand Piëch ceremoniously announced the name of the luxury car that was to roll off the… Continue reading German FAZ: VW and the symbolism of the “Gläserne Manufaktur”010316