VW’s Blume said US tariffs were costing the firm “several billion euros on our balance sheet” this year. Major automakers showcased their latest models at the Munich car show on Monday, unveiling new EVs and lower-cost models as Europe’s auto sector fights crises ranging from tariff hikes to rising costs and rivalry with Chinese firms… Continue reading Automakers debut new EVs, affordable models at Munich car show
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Clarios Showcases Commitment to Powering Performance with New OPTIMA Race Battery Development and Partnership with F.A.T. International at IAA Mobility 2025
MUNICH, Sept. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Clarios, a global leader in advanced low-voltage battery technologies, will showcase the development of the new OPTIMA Race Battery at IAA Mobility 2025. The new battery combines lightweight construction, extreme durability, and advanced electronic integration. This milestone reflects Clarios’ commitment to innovation in motorsports energy systems and lays the groundwork… Continue reading Clarios Showcases Commitment to Powering Performance with New OPTIMA Race Battery Development and Partnership with F.A.T. International at IAA Mobility 2025
Skoda seven-seat EV due in 2026 as brand’s new flagship
The production version of the Skoda Vision 7S seven-seater will arrive next year as the firm’s new electric flagship, with chiefs claiming it can play a key role in further strengthening the brand. The new EV will sit above the Elroq, Enyaq and forthcoming Epiq in the Czech firm’s growing bespoke EV line-up and has been described… Continue reading Skoda seven-seat EV due in 2026 as brand’s new flagship
Tesla gives up on Cybertruck wireless charging
Photo: Tesla Tesla has given up on bringing wireless charging to the Cybertruck, according to the its lead engineer. He claimed that they figured out it didn’t make sense on a efficiency basis, but there might be more to the story. In 2023, Tesla teased a new wireless home charging station – pictured above. The automaker… Continue reading Tesla gives up on Cybertruck wireless charging
German Handelsblatt: IAA: Volkswagen for the first time is testing solid battery in a vehicle 011447
Together with Audi and Ducati, the Wolfsburg car manufacturer is testing a solid cell in an electric motorcycle. It is another step towards series production. Go to source
Hyundai Concept Three revealed at Munich motor show
The Hyundai Concept Three has made its debut at the Munich motor show, previewing a new compact electric hatchback that will enter production next year. The model is expected to launch most likely as the Hyundai Ioniq 3, though executives have hinted that Ioniq 2 or Ioniq 4 remain possible names. Set to be manufactured… Continue reading Hyundai Concept Three revealed at Munich motor show
Wild Hyundai Concept Three previews Cupra Born rival for 2026
The Hyundai Concept Three previews a new compact electric hatchback that will go into production next year. A star of the Munich motor show, the Concept Three will spawn a model expected to be called Ioniq 3 in production, although the Ioniq 2 and Ioniq 4 names also remain possible, execs told Autocar. The five-door hatchback… Continue reading Wild Hyundai Concept Three previews Cupra Born rival for 2026
Skoda “exploring all powertrain options” for radical next-gen Octavia
Skoda boss Klaus Zellmer says that the production version of the Vision O estate concept will be offered primarily as an electric vehicle – but that the firm “will explore all options” in terms of other powertrain options if regulations allow. The new model is due to arrive early in the next decade, and while… Continue reading Skoda “exploring all powertrain options” for radical next-gen Octavia
Cupra eyes fresh growth with expanded line-up and new markets
Cupra’s growth plans will focus on both broadening its model range and expanding into new markets, according to interim CEO Markus Haupt. Next year, it will launch the new Raval electric hot hatch, shown in near production form at the Munich motor show, on the Volkswagen Group’s MEB Entry platform. It will be the brand’s… Continue reading Cupra eyes fresh growth with expanded line-up and new markets
@VW Group: Open Space at IAA Mobility in Munich: a strong brand presence under the Porsche crest010583
08/09/2025 Two years ago, a huge Porsche 911 acted as the roof over Porsche’s event space in Munich. For the 2025 motor show, the Porsche crest will be the focus of the sports car manufacturer’s presence at Wittelsbacherplatz. The motto of this year’s stand concept is: ‘Porsche. There is no substitute.’ “The Porsche crest is… Continue reading @VW Group: Open Space at IAA Mobility in Munich: a strong brand presence under the Porsche crest010583