Volkswagen’s R division is understood to be focusing on minimising the weight penalty, ensuring the ID 2 R remains relatively light and responsive by class standards while delivering the traction and acceleration expected of a four-wheel-drive model – hence the experimentation with lighter in-wheel motor technology. The target is to match or exceed the performance and… Continue reading Volkswagen plotting ID 2 R with 400bhp and in-wheel motors
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Chinese car makers plant flag atop UK plug-in hybrid market
Chinese car makers have broken the stranglehold of Volkswagen, Ford and the premium brands on the booming UK plug-in hybrid market, taking the top two positions in May. The BYD Seal U took the top spot with 1576 sales, followed by the Jaecoo 7 with 1346 sales, according to figures from market analyst Jato Dynamics. The Volkswagen Tiguan was third, followed… Continue reading Chinese car makers plant flag atop UK plug-in hybrid market
Scania to roll out MCS-capable electric trucks in Europe in 2026
Truck manufacturer Scania has announced that the Megawatt Charging System (MCS) will be commercially available for its electric trucks beginning in early 2026. MCS is an international standard that supports DC charging at a maximum current of 3,000 amps. Scania says its first iteration of MCS, featuring liquid-cooled connectors, will deliver up to 1,000 amps,… Continue reading Scania to roll out MCS-capable electric trucks in Europe in 2026
German Handelsblatt: Volkswagen: Even before Tesla: Volkswagen shows his first ready -to -series robotaxi011073
It is said to be an entry into a billion dollar business. With the self-driving bus Id.buzz AD, VW relies on corporate instead of private customers- and expects double-digit margins. Go to source
German Handelsblatt: Volkswagen: Even before Tesla: Volkswagen shows his first ready -to -series robotaxi011073
It is said to be an entry into a billion dollar business. With the self-driving bus Id.buzz AD, VW relies on corporate instead of private customers- and expects double-digit margins. Go to source
Nissan confirms its first EV with ‘game-changer’ solid-state batteries is still on track
Nissan is betting big on solid-state batteries to help power up a comeback. The automaker says the next-gen battery tech will be a “game-changer for EVs,” promising more range, faster charging, and lower costs. Nissan just confirmed its first EV with solid-state batteries is on track, but it may trail Toyota and Volkswagen to market.… Continue reading Nissan confirms its first EV with ‘game-changer’ solid-state batteries is still on track
@VW Group: Seven 911 GT3 R battle for outright victory on the Nordschleife010359
Fifty-four of the 141-strong field fly the Porsche emblem – making the Stuttgart-based sports car manufacturer the most represented brand on the grid at the 53rd running of this endurance classic on the Nürburgring Nordschleife. Porsche customer teams made a strong impression during the “Qualifiers” in May, with the Scherer Sport PHX’s Porsche 911 GT3… Continue reading @VW Group: Seven 911 GT3 R battle for outright victory on the Nordschleife010359
@VW Group: Porsche Experience Centre Toronto opens010358
17/06/2025 The world’s 10th Porsche Experience Centre prepares to open in Toronto while bidding is underway on a bespoke 911 GT3 RS, created by the Sonderwunsch department to celebrate the new facility. Porsche Cars Canada will open the Porsche Experience Centre (PEC) Toronto tomorrow (18 June, 2025) taking the number of such facilities around the… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche Experience Centre Toronto opens010358
@VW Group: Taycan Turbo GT achieves even more lap records010357
Taycan Turbo GT with Weissach package: Electric power consumption* combined (WLTP) 20.8 – 20.7 kWh/100 km, CO₂ emissions* combined (WLTP) 0 g/km, CO₂ class A ,Taycan Turbo GT: Electric power consumption* combined (WLTP) 21.2 – 20.5 kWh/100 km, CO₂ emissions* combined (WLTP) 0 g/km, CO₂ class A 17/06/2025 The Taycan Turbo GT success story continues… Continue reading @VW Group: Taycan Turbo GT achieves even more lap records010357
@VW Group: Best record in individual races and highest number of fastest laps for Porsche ahead of Jakarta010356
17/06/2025 Temperatures in excess of 30 degrees, humidity above 70 percent, street circuit: Jakarta is one of the toughest venues on the Formula E calendar – for man and machine. In similarly muggy and partly rainy conditions, Porsche recently gained valuable experience in Tokyo and Shanghai – and world championship points. The TAG Heuer Porsche… Continue reading @VW Group: Best record in individual races and highest number of fastest laps for Porsche ahead of Jakarta010356