SMMT released figures for January pre-registrations in the UK new car market. The data shows the number of cars disposed of by vehicle manufacturers in January 2025 that were defined as pre-registrations. The Supply of New Cars Order 2000 requires motor manufacturers to publish the number of pre-registered cars supplied and the gross income received… Continue reading January new car pre-registration figures
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Outgoing Lucid boss explains why “most EVs suck”
“I think this is very important,” Rawlinson says, “because if you look at the amount of electricity it takes to mobilise cars, I don’t think that’s an issue. The average person may travel about 20-30 miles a day, because not everybody is doing long commutes. “Lucid can do five miles per kilowatt hour now [on the… Continue reading Outgoing Lucid boss explains why “most EVs suck”
Mercedes-Benz to Introduce Electric E-Class in 2027
A fully electric E-Class is in the works and will be available by 2027, Mercedes-Benz confirmed during its Capital Market Day presentation. The electric sedan’s launch in India could also happen later. Competing with Tesla and BMW, this new E-Class EV is expected to offer premium features and an extended range. The German marque also… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz to Introduce Electric E-Class in 2027
Mercedes-AMG C 63 Set to Return to V8 Engine for 2026 Model Year
The Mercedes-AMG C 63 will switch back to a V8 engine from its current 2-litre, four-cylinder hybrid setup next year, as confirmed by our sister publication Autocar UK. Mercedes launched the track-focused sedan in India in December 2024. Notably, the AMG CLE 63 will first receive the new eight-cylinder engine later this year, followed by… Continue reading Mercedes-AMG C 63 Set to Return to V8 Engine for 2026 Model Year
Bridgestone Launches Flagship Grand Touring Tire Turanza Prestige to Enhance the Comfort, Ride Quality of Premium Sedans and CUVs
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) today announced the debut of its latest tire to include ENLITEN™ Technology, the all-new Bridgestone Turanza Prestige. Specifically engineered for premium sedans and crossovers, Bridgestone’s new flagship grand touring tire delivers a whisper-quiet ride with comfortable, responsive handling and precise wet-weather performance — all backed by… Continue reading Bridgestone Launches Flagship Grand Touring Tire Turanza Prestige to Enhance the Comfort, Ride Quality of Premium Sedans and CUVs
India singles out VW in $1.4 billion tax dispute, says Kia corrected course: Report
Indian tax authorities have singled out Volkswagen as the only automaker to wrongly classify its car imports for 12 years to evade $1.4 billion in taxes, even as rival Kia changed its practice after being pulled up, court papers show. If found guilty, Volkswagen could face dues of $2.8 billion, which includes penalty and delayed… Continue reading India singles out VW in $1.4 billion tax dispute, says Kia corrected course: Report
German Handelsblatt: solid battery: Mercedes is aiming for more than 1000 kilometers on 010606
The solid battery could be the next big leap for electric cars. Mercedes is also working on series production – and is already testing the technology on the street. Go to source
Trailblazing Tesla Model S and Model X finally axed in the UK
The Tesla Model S and Model X – two of the world’s most influential electric cars – are being pulled from the UK, with the company’s current stock set to be the last examples that’ll come to our shores. The Model S was launched here 11 years ago in 2014. It not only established Tesla… Continue reading Trailblazing Tesla Model S and Model X finally axed in the UK
Mercedes ‘baby G-Class’ set to shrink electric luxury off-roader
As for design, being an electric model the baby G-Class should have a flush grille with an illuminated surround. The boxy retro lines will be retained with a bluff front-end and an upright windscreen, although it should gain some of the tweaks found on the current electric G-Class, such as a smaller rear spare wheel… Continue reading Mercedes ‘baby G-Class’ set to shrink electric luxury off-roader
Mercedes GLE getting second facelift already, including refreshed look for hot AMG version
The Mercedes GLE received an extensive series of updates just two years ago, however someone in the brand’s styling department clearly thinks the premium mid-size SUV’s look is already showing its age, because it’s getting another nip and tuck this year. The last time the GLE was updated, Mercedes added a new range of mild-hybrid… Continue reading Mercedes GLE getting second facelift already, including refreshed look for hot AMG version