Category: Aspiring OEMs

Wiesmann Is Back: Here’s What We Already Know About Their Upcoming Project Thunderball Supercar – HotCars

Although the company fumbled several years ago, Wiesmann is gearing up hard for a major comeback. They did not meet earlier deadlines set for them during “Project Gecko” the company continues to make moves to bring Wiesmann not only back but into the future of luxury car manufacturing. Related: 2022 BMW 240i Vs Toyota Supra… Continue reading Wiesmann Is Back: Here’s What We Already Know About Their Upcoming Project Thunderball Supercar – HotCars

Austrian start-up Deus Automobiles teases new electric hypercar – CAR Magazine

There’s no shortage of uber-powerful electric hypercars at the moment. Well-heeled buyers can already choose from the Lotus Evija, the Aspark Owl and the Rimac Nevera – but that hasn’t stopped the Austrian start-up brand Deus Automobiles from adding to the market. Deus has been around since 2020, but the company decided to fly under… Continue reading Austrian start-up Deus Automobiles teases new electric hypercar – CAR Magazine

Wiesmann Project Thunderball could be firm’s first electrified car – AutoExpress

Wiesmann has released details over its upcoming sports car – codenamed ‘Project Thunderball’.  The new images show plenty of similarities to previous Wiesmann cars, such as the long bonnet, stubby rear-end retractable soft top and rounded grille reminiscent of a Jaguar XK120’s. There are also round rear lights protruding from the body work and vents… Continue reading Wiesmann Project Thunderball could be firm’s first electrified car – AutoExpress

Ineos Grenadier moves towards $5000 deposit stage of the ordering process – UPDATE – Drive

New Models Prospective buyers of the Land Rover Defender-inspired four-wheel-drive will soon be asked to place a $5000 deposit to secure a spot on the production line. 07:40, 11 March 2022 View 7 images Australian buyers of the new Ineos Grenadier off-roader will soon be asked to place a $5000 deposit to secure a spot on… Continue reading Ineos Grenadier moves towards $5000 deposit stage of the ordering process – UPDATE – Drive

Glickenhaus Has A Plan For A Third Hypercar At Le Mans But The Car Doesn’t Exist Yet – Jalopnik

Image: Willy Chanteloup via Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus The Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus appears to be up to their eyeballs in work these days. The tiny boutique manufacturer is still developing its Le Mans Hypercar 007, as well as the road-going version, the GT3-legal 004 in street, clubsport, and competition versions, the off-road racing ‘Boot’ in two-door,… Continue reading Glickenhaus Has A Plan For A Third Hypercar At Le Mans But The Car Doesn’t Exist Yet – Jalopnik

ForTwo to 4×4: How Smart factory became home to Ineos Grenadier – Autocar

Part of Ineos’s success has been to assemble a crack team of manufacturing experts. Torseke was a director at NEVS before joining Valmet Automotive, the Finnish firm that for years made the Boxster and Cayman for Porsche. CEO Philippe Steyer has worked in operational roles for Mercedes, often at Hambach, for 20 years. Stefan Bruhnke, who heads up quality control, is… Continue reading ForTwo to 4×4: How Smart factory became home to Ineos Grenadier – Autocar

Bollinger Motors Announces New Commercial Platforms – PR Newswire

“We started from day one working on Class 3 all-electric trucks. We’ve proven our chops over the years with multiple prototypes, and our own battery development,” says CEO and founder Robert Bollinger. “Now we’re proud to take that hard work and provide electric-chassis solutions for OEMs and commercial customers in Classes 3, 4 and 5… Continue reading Bollinger Motors Announces New Commercial Platforms – PR Newswire

Bollinger Motors Announces Strategic Partnership With EAVX To Develop All-electric Commercial Trucks – PR Newswire

Bollinger Motors is developing an all-electric platform and chassis cab for various applications in class 3-6 vehicles, offering adaptable battery solutions to accommodate large payloads, sufficient range, and long-life durability. EAVX, a business unit of JB Poindexter & Co, partners with the most advanced electric and alternative power-chassis producers to design, manufacture, distribute, and service… Continue reading Bollinger Motors Announces Strategic Partnership With EAVX To Develop All-electric Commercial Trucks – PR Newswire

INEOS Grenadier Seeks to Deliver the Classic SUV Experience – Car and Driver

Many of us feel deep regard for our favorite cars, but few can match the commitment Jim Ratcliffe has shown to one of his. The CEO of the INEOS chemical company and one of the U.K.’s richest men, Ratcliffe mourned the passing of the previous-generation Land Rover Defender so much that he ordered the creation… Continue reading INEOS Grenadier Seeks to Deliver the Classic SUV Experience – Car and Driver