Virtuo’s fleets are available across seven European countries, allowing drivers to take their rentals into different European countries at no extra cost. Photo: Virtuo On-demand and app-based car rental service provider Virtuo announced in a statement the addition of the Tesla Model Y to its U.K. fleet. Renters in London will be able to book the model for delivery… Continue reading Virtuo Adds Tesla Model Y to U.K. Fleet
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@VW Group: Porsche Talent Team’s Jule Niemeier into Wimbledon last 16005339
© 2022 Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. *Data determined in accordance with the measurement method required by law. As of 1 September 2018 the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP) replaced the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC). Due to the more realistic test conditions, the fuel/electricity consumption and CO₂ emission values determined in accordance… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche Talent Team’s Jule Niemeier into Wimbledon last 16005339
@VW Group: Porsche partners with international sporting goods manufacturer Head005338
01/07/2022 The best of both worlds: Stuttgart-based sports car manufacturer Porsche and Austrian sporting goods manufacturer Head release their first joint winter sports product line in time for the upcoming 2022 ski season. The heart of the partnership is formed by two models of skis, inspired by racing skis and each of a unique design,… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche partners with international sporting goods manufacturer Head005338
@VW Group: The secret project: how Hemmingen became the home of the Porsche SUV005337
30/06/2022 Once upon a time, a small town gave rise to a big automobile – and for some time, no one noticed a thing. Unlike all the other Porsche models, the Cayenne wasn’t developed in Weissach, but mainly in Hemmingen. With its population of 8,000, this town sits halfway between the Weissach Development Centre, which… Continue reading @VW Group: The secret project: how Hemmingen became the home of the Porsche SUV005337
@VW Group: Porsche Supercup tackles Silverstone with a 32-strong field005336
The preview Once again, the large grid line-up includes drivers of many different nationalities: Driving for the GP Elite team, the current leader of the series Larry ten Voorde from the Netherlands faces 31 rivals from 15 countries. For the first time this season, Porsche drivers from the USA, Belgium and Australia will compete. And… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche Supercup tackles Silverstone with a 32-strong field005336
@VW Group: The art in his head005335
If all the nerve pathways in the human brain were lined up, they would stretch over an incredible distance – about 5.8 million kilometres, or almost 150 times around the world. With up to 100 billion neuron connections, the brain is a highly complex construction, a veritable work of art – especially for someone like… Continue reading @VW Group: The art in his head005335
Clean Technica: Tesla Noted As Part Of $700 Million US EV Charging Manufacturing Capacity Boost002087
The Biden–Harris Administration highlighted this week the more than $700 million in EV charging investments from the private sector. A White House fact sheet related how these investments will: increase US domestic capacity to manufacture more than 250,000 new EV chargers each year; add at least 2,000 good-paying jobs; and, make EV charging more affordable,… Continue reading Clean Technica: Tesla Noted As Part Of $700 Million US EV Charging Manufacturing Capacity Boost002087
Cleantechnica: Sweden’s Plugin EV Share Grows In June — Tesla Model Y Overall Bestseller 002086
In June 2022 Sweden’s plugin electric vehicles took 55.1% market share, up from 49.4% YoY. BEVs grew share by over 31% YoY, whilst PHEVs reduced share slightly. Overall auto market volume, at 26,059 units, was 28% down YoY. Sweden’s best selling vehicle (of any powertrain) in May was the Tesla Model Y. June’s combined plugin… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Sweden’s Plugin EV Share Grows In June — Tesla Model Y Overall Bestseller 002086
German Handelsblatt: Quarterly figures: US car market weakens – sales dampeners for VW, BMW and Audi004607
VW in Zwickau Like many car manufacturers, VW lacks components and chips. (Photo: dpa) A lack of chips and supply chain problems are further slowing down the US car market – things are also going badly for German manufacturers. According to its own statement on Friday, Volkswagen sold 78,281 new cars in the second quarter,… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Quarterly figures: US car market weakens – sales dampeners for VW, BMW and Audi004607
Nissan, Dodge among vehicle recalls this week
U.S. National Highway Traffic & Safety Administration The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued recalls for June 24 through July 1, including a Nissan recall involving 322,671 units and a Dodge recall involving 270,904 units. See the list of this week’s car recalls involving ten or more units below, or search USA TODAY’s… Continue reading Nissan, Dodge among vehicle recalls this week