The ID 5’s interior is identical to the ID 4, with a leatherette steering wheel and haptic touchpads. As we noted in that review, they’re not the best in terms of usability and take some getting used to. The climate controls are also touchpad sliders, but an update in late 2024 means they’re now backlit… Continue reading Volkswagen ID 5
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Alpine A310 seen testing for the first time ahead of 2028 launch
The Frenchman, known for his work as an engineer on such acclaimed sports cars as the Ferrari 458 and Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio, said Alpine is committed to the A310 and its sporting rangemates remaining true to the dynamic principles that have defined the brand and the four-cylinder A110, such as agility. Pillard said these… Continue reading Alpine A310 seen testing for the first time ahead of 2028 launch
Kia India Implements Price Increase Across Vehicle Range
Kia India announced today it will implement a price increase of up to 3% across its entire product lineup effective April 1, 2025, attributing the adjustment to rising commodity prices and escalating supply chain costs. Hardeep Singh Brar, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Kia India, stated the company is committed to providing… Continue reading Kia India Implements Price Increase Across Vehicle Range
Porsche Opens New Showroom in Bengaluru, Showcasing All-Electric Macan EV
Bengaluru-based VST Supercars Pvt. Ltd., the official dealer for Porsche in Karnataka, has opened a new showroom in Whitefield. The 3S facility (Sales, Service, and Spare Parts) aims to enhance customer accessibility, offer world-class service, and provide a personalized ownership experience. The showroom features the all-new Macan EV, Porsche’s latest all-electric SUV. The facility was… Continue reading Porsche Opens New Showroom in Bengaluru, Showcasing All-Electric Macan EV
Hyundai Motor Wins 18 iF Design Awards in 2025
Hyundai Motor Company and its Robotics LAB have secured 18 iF Design Awards for 2025, demonstrating the company’s commitment to innovative design across various sectors. The awards span eight disciplines and 12 categories, including automotive, product concepts, industry, service design, interior architecture, user experience, campaigns, publishing, and branding. “This recognition from iF Design Award is… Continue reading Hyundai Motor Wins 18 iF Design Awards in 2025
BYD Unveils EVs with Revolutionary 5-minute Charging
In a move that could fundamentally transform electric vehicle adoption orldwide, Chinese auto giant BYD has unveiled a breakthrough charging platform capable of adding nearly 250 miles of range in just five minutes—a quantum leap that brings EV refueling times remarkably close to traditional gasoline vehicles. The “Super E-Platform,” announced by BYD founder and chairman… Continue reading BYD Unveils EVs with Revolutionary 5-minute Charging
GENESIS MOTOR AMERICA APPOINTS AMY MARENTIC AS CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER
Marentic will lead marketing strategy for Genesis in the U.S., to enhance brand awareness, grow sales and increase market share. FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Genesis Motor America today named veteran marketing executive Amy Marentic as chief marketing officer. In this position, Marentic will oversee all Genesis marketing strategy and activities across… Continue reading GENESIS MOTOR AMERICA APPOINTS AMY MARENTIC AS CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER
Hyundai, Kia lead South Korea’s EV market with 70.4% share
In contrast, the share of imported EV brands dropped to 26.4%, down from 34.9% in the previous year. Go to Source
Maruti Suzuki To Hike Prices by up to 4% from April
Maruti Suzuki India Limited has announced plans to increase the prices of its vehicles by up to 4% starting April 2025. The price hike, which will vary across models, comes in response to rising input costs and operational expenses, according to a regulatory filing by the company on March 17, 2025. In its communication to… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki To Hike Prices by up to 4% from April
Maruti XL6 is third Nexa utility vehicle to clock 200,000 sales
The Maruti XL6, the heavily modified premium avatar of the Maruti Ertiga, has clocked 200,000 sales in the domestic market, 66 months or five-and-a-half years after its launch in August 2019. From launch through to end-February 2025, a total of 202,602 XL6s have been dispatched to Maruti dealers across India. As the six-fiscal data table… Continue reading Maruti XL6 is third Nexa utility vehicle to clock 200,000 sales