Tag: Daimler

Renault 4

While the original 4 was almost unbelievably basic inside, the new 4’s cockpit is nearly identical to that of the lauded 5, which is anything but. Here you’ll find a variety of playful materials and interesting ideas that, within the class, only the Mini Aceman attempts to match. Think ribbed stitching on the passenger side,… Continue reading Renault 4

This luxury carmaker is gearing up to launch a new entry-level EV, and we can’t wait

Audi is set to unveil the new entry-level luxury EV by the end of the year. The new model will likely carry on the A2 name, but the electric version will bring a unique new design and more. The Audi A2 e-tron will be an affordable entry-level EV With luxury rivals Mercedes-Benz and BMW expanding… Continue reading This luxury carmaker is gearing up to launch a new entry-level EV, and we can’t wait

Tesla launches new Model Y AWD at $41,990 — just $2,000 more than base

Tesla Model Y Standard AWD Tesla has added a fifth Model Y variant to its US lineup: a new Standard All-Wheel Drive model priced at $41,990. For just $2,000 over the base rear-wheel drive version, buyers get dual motors and significantly better acceleration without having to pay for all the “premium” features. The new Model… Continue reading Tesla launches new Model Y AWD at $41,990 — just $2,000 more than base

German FAZ: Ex-Daimler boss Zetsche defends himself against allegations010520

In the hallway of the Stuttgart Higher Regional Court before the start of the hearing into alleged emissions violations of Mercedes-Benz diesel cars, one of the car manufacturer’s legal representatives pulled out his cell phone to take a photo. Several lawyers and representatives of the legal department smile happily into the camera. That shows confidence.… Continue reading German FAZ: Ex-Daimler boss Zetsche defends himself against allegations010520

German FAZ: Ex-Daimler boss Zetsche defends himself against allegations010521

In the hallway of the Stuttgart Higher Regional Court before the start of the hearing into alleged emissions violations of Mercedes-Benz diesel cars, one of the car manufacturer’s legal representatives pulled out his cell phone to take a photo. Several lawyers and representatives of the legal department smile happily into the camera. That shows confidence.… Continue reading German FAZ: Ex-Daimler boss Zetsche defends himself against allegations010521

German FAZ: Car manufacturer BYD loses its top position in China010520

The world’s largest electric car manufacturer BYD is threatened with a real crisis. The group’s sales fell by 30 percent to 210,000 vehicles in January compared to the same month last year, the company announced. It was the fifth consecutive month of declining sales. The company’s share price fell almost seven percent in Hong Kong.… Continue reading German FAZ: Car manufacturer BYD loses its top position in China010520

Material’s Printed Batteries Put Power in Every Nook and Cranny

A superpowered Formula 1 car, a buzzing drone, a soldier’s pack, and a wearable smart device have this in common: they all need batteries. Ideally, those batteries could fit into oddly shaped nooks, curves and voids, something that today’s cylindrical or rectangular cells struggle to do. Engineer Gabe Elias, who helped design the Mercedes-AMG Petronas… Continue reading Material’s Printed Batteries Put Power in Every Nook and Cranny