Kia begins production of European-specification Sorento Hybrid at Hwasung production facility in Korea First application of electrified power in Kia’s global flagship SUV, enabled by a new platform and intelligently packaged cabin and powertrain More than three million Sorento models sold worldwide since 2002 Kia has started production of its new Sorento Hybrid, representing the… Continue reading @Hyundai: Start of production for new Kia Sorento Hybrid
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Refreshed Mahindra Roxor to sport all-new design
Mahindra & Mahindra is working on a new-look Roxor that will help distance the off-roader from Jeeps, old and new. Autocar India, sister magazine of Autocar Professional, has revealed a teaser image that partially shows the Roxor’s new looks. As is known, the Roxor is Mahindra’s off-roader that falls under the side-by-side category in the… Continue reading Refreshed Mahindra Roxor to sport all-new design
New Toyota Corolla Cross SUV gets global premiere in Thailand
Toyota has expanded its Corolla series of passenger vehicles with the new Corolla Cross compact SUV. The global premiere of the model was held today in Thailand, where sales have now commenced. The Corolla Cross will be launched in a growing number of other markets, going forward according to Toyota. According to the Japanese carmaker,… Continue reading New Toyota Corolla Cross SUV gets global premiere in Thailand
Fisker Inc. Completes $50M Private Financing Provided By Louis M. Bacon’s Moore Strategic Ventures – PR Newswire UK
Executive Team Strengthens with New Appointments LOS ANGELES, July 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Fisker Inc. – designer and manufacturer of the world’s most emotion-stirring, eco-friendly electric vehicles and advanced mobility solutions – is announcing the successful completion of a $50 million Series C financing round funded by Moore Strategic Ventures, LLC, the private investment vehicle… Continue reading Fisker Inc. Completes $50M Private Financing Provided By Louis M. Bacon’s Moore Strategic Ventures – PR Newswire UK
@FaradayFuture: The 405 Highway Mode
In Tesla’s first Autonomy Day, one analyst from Los Angeles asked Elon Musk how the new Full Self-Driving Computer (FSD) would handle the infamous Los Angeles traffic. Mr. Musk, with his usual Jack Sparrow swagger, told him that he would be happy to consider including a “Los Angeles” mode in his future software update. Well, it… Continue reading @FaradayFuture: The 405 Highway Mode
LEVC Presents Details For Its VN5 Range-Extended Electric Van
LEVC ANNOUNCES FULL DETAILS OF NEW ELECTRIC VAN, VN5 Bold, distinctive design and lightweight aluminium construction Flexible fast charging and low operating costs 24/7 cross-country capability – zero emissions in the city with a long-distance range Tailored for work – three specifications available Available to order now, visit www.levc.com/VN5 for more details Ansty, 8th July… Continue reading LEVC Presents Details For Its VN5 Range-Extended Electric Van
Audi Introduces A7 PHEV In The U.S.: Price/Specs
2021 Audi A7 55 TFSI e plug-in hybrid captivates with electrified power and sleek sportback design Electric motor combined with TFSI® turbocharged 2.0-liter engine nets up to 362 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque A7 55 TFSI e can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 5.7 seconds or can drive in nearly silent all-electric mode Standard… Continue reading Audi Introduces A7 PHEV In The U.S.: Price/Specs
Karma Automotive raises $100 million as it looks to resell it EV platform to other automakers
Karma Automotive has raised a $100 million lifeline from outside investors, as reported by Bloomberg, with the struggling electric vehicle maker’s fortunes likely buoyed by the current market optimism on other EV companies including Tesla. Karma is the reincarnated version of Fisker Automotive, which previously faced bankruptcy before being acquired by Wanxiang Group in 2014.… Continue reading Karma Automotive raises $100 million as it looks to resell it EV platform to other automakers
SEAT urges Spain to ‘wake up’ and promote electric cars
BARCELONA (Reuters) – Spain needs to “wake up” and follow other European countries in giving more incentives for electric cars, the head of Volkswagen’s (VOWG_p.DE) Spanish brand SEAT said on Wednesday. Volkswagen’s Spanish unit SEAT brand acting chairman Carsten Isensee and Vice-President for Sales and Marketing Wayne Anthony Griffiths attend a news conference unveiling the… Continue reading SEAT urges Spain to ‘wake up’ and promote electric cars
@Daimler: 08. Jul 2020Mercedes-Benz achieved its best-ever Q2 car sales in China (+21.6%).
July 08, 2020 – Mercedes-Benz Cars & Vans delivers more than a million vehicles worldwide in first half of 2020. Mercedes-Benz has further intensified its customer contact in the second quarter using numerous digital services and tools. The high flexibility of its global dealers, the attractive product portfolio and the strength of the Mercedes-Benz brand… Continue reading @Daimler: 08. Jul 2020Mercedes-Benz achieved its best-ever Q2 car sales in China (+21.6%).