A celebration of the Countach’s 50th anniversary, the Countach LPI 800-4 is unveiled at The Quail: A Motorsports Gathering, USA A visionary, futuristic ‘few off’ produced in 112 units Exemplifying the Countach’s legendary design and engineering preeminence in a pure and novel interpretation Visionary design meets future technology: V12 hybrid engine with 48 v e-motor… Continue reading @VW Group: Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4. A design and technology benchmark for modern super sports cars, reimagined for a new era: Our legacy to the future003661
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China’s CATL seeks $9bn to expand li-ion battery production
SHANGHAI (Reuters) — Chinese battery giant CATL said it was planning a private share placement to raise up to 58.2 billion yuan ($8.98 billion) to fund six projects aimed at boosting its production capacity of lithium-ion batteries. The massive fundraising comes as the Ningdo-based firm – formally Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd – expands battery… Continue reading China’s CATL seeks $9bn to expand li-ion battery production
The Lamborghini Countach, the poster car of ‘80s luxury, is back — and it’s a hybrid
Lamborghini unveiled its revamped Countach supercar at Pebble Beach this week, and as predicted, it’s rocking a little lightning under the hood. The limited edition supercar is called the Countach LPI 800-4, with LPI standing for Longitudinale Posteriore Ibrido, or Longitudinal Posterior Hybrid; 800 referring to the rounding down of the engine’s 814cv maximum combined… Continue reading The Lamborghini Countach, the poster car of ‘80s luxury, is back — and it’s a hybrid
Skoda India’s network expansion underway, opens new outlet in Patna
Skoda Auto has inaugurated a new state-of-the-art dealership in Patna (SV Autowheels), at Bailey Road, in line with its aim to extend its presence in Bihar. The dealership sports the brand’s latest corporate identity and design language. The Czech auto manufacturer, under the purview of the ‘India 2.0’ project, plans to expand its presence to… Continue reading Skoda India’s network expansion underway, opens new outlet in Patna
Boldmen CR4 is a BMW Z4-based Sports Car from Friedhelm Wiesmann – BMWBLOG
The BMW Z4 is an almost forgotten car in the Bavarian lineup, which is sad because it’s actually quite good to drive. Thankfully, one man hasn’t forgotten the Z4 and has actually developed a sports car, using the Z4 as a starting point. The man is Friedhelm Wiesmann — whom you might know from his… Continue reading Boldmen CR4 is a BMW Z4-based Sports Car from Friedhelm Wiesmann – BMWBLOG
Technology · 12:16 AM UTCSamsung SDI considering building battery plant in Illinois, says senatorSouth Korea’s Samsung SDI Co Ltd (006400.KS) is consi…
The logo of Samsung is seen on a building during the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain February 25, 2018. REUTERS/Yves Herman WASHINGTON/SEOUL, Aug 13 (Reuters) – South Korea’s Samsung SDI Co Ltd (006400.KS) is considering building a battery plant in central Illinois, Senator Dick Durbin told reporters on Thursday. Durbin said Samsung is in… Continue reading Technology · 12:16 AM UTCSamsung SDI considering building battery plant in Illinois, says senatorSouth Korea’s Samsung SDI Co Ltd (006400.KS) is consi…
@VW Group: Bugatti Celebrates the 70th Anniversary of the Legendary Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance003659
On Sunday 15th August, the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance will mark its 70th anniversary. Bugatti will celebrate its involvement from the very beginning with what is seen by many as the world’s premier celebration of the automobile. The event was first held in 1950 when the cars were driven on a parade lap of the… Continue reading @VW Group: Bugatti Celebrates the 70th Anniversary of the Legendary Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance003659
@VW Group: Efficient EVO engines in the new ŠKODA FABIA increase range thanks to lower fuel consumption003659
The all-new FABIA is offered with a choice of five drivetrains from the Volkswagen Group’s EVO engine generation, all of which meet the Euro 6d emissions standard. The two 1.0 MPI engines now deliver an output of 48 kW (65 hp) and 59 kW (80 hp). A manual 5-speed gearbox is installed for both engines, as… Continue reading @VW Group: Efficient EVO engines in the new ŠKODA FABIA increase range thanks to lower fuel consumption003659
Audi’s new autonomous concept car is also sort of a Transformer
Audi released details of a new concept car this week called the Skysphere, a self-driving roadster that can change shape at the touch of a button. The sleek, villainous-looking convertible pairs an electric powertrain with luxury amenities for a result that even Batman would find a bit over the top. Notably, the vehicle features an… Continue reading Audi’s new autonomous concept car is also sort of a Transformer
How to value Nio’s stock compared to Tesla, VW, Ford and other rivals
Barrons.com Delta Is Hitting These Travel Stocks More Than Others The Delta variant appears to be taking a bite out of what had been a resurgent U.S. leisure-travel segment, though the evidence is anecdotal and fraught with crosscurrents. The federal Transportation Security Administration on Tuesday screened 1,727,075 individuals nationwide, the lowest level since June 15… Continue reading How to value Nio’s stock compared to Tesla, VW, Ford and other rivals