Tag: VW

Volkswagen to overhaul entire electric car line-up in 2026

Volkswagen will launch heavily updated versions of its ID models from 2026 as part of a significant upgrade to the MEB architecture on which they are based. VW R&D boss Kai Grünitz confirmed the developments to Autocar at the LA motor show, along with the launch of a new ID 2 SUV concept car at… Continue reading Volkswagen to overhaul entire electric car line-up in 2026

@Hyundai: Kia K4 Sedan Named Finalist for 2025 North American Car Of The Year™ (Nactoy)

Brand’s Latest Offering Is Among Top Three For Industry’s Highly Coveted Honor All-new compact sedan sets new standards for design, technology and roominess K4 follows in the footsteps of Kia’s NACTOY-winning EV9, EV6 and Telluride Advancing Kia’s commitment to deliver sporty sedans with premium features, advanced technology and elevated performance, the all-new Kia K4 has… Continue reading @Hyundai: Kia K4 Sedan Named Finalist for 2025 North American Car Of The Year™ (Nactoy)

Honda is now offering its ultra-low $229/mo Prologue EV lease deal in more US states

For a nearly $50,000 SUV, Honda’s Prologue is hard to pass up right now, with lease prices starting at just $229 per month. Honda is now offering its $229/mo Prologue EV lease deal in more US states. Here’s how you can take advantage of the savings. Despite just kicking off deliveries in March, Honda’s electric… Continue reading Honda is now offering its ultra-low $229/mo Prologue EV lease deal in more US states

Audi unleashes the 2025 RS e-tron GT: a record-breaking electric beast

Audi has launched the new 2025 RS e-tron GT and S e-tron GT to update its top-performance EV lineup with what is now the most powerful and fastest accelerating production vehicle in the brand’s history. With almost 1,000 horsepower and a 0-60 mph time of just 2.4 seconds, Audi’s electric flagship joins the electric supercar… Continue reading Audi unleashes the 2025 RS e-tron GT: a record-breaking electric beast

Lotus backtracks on electric-only plan in favour of new ‘hyper hybrid’ tech

Lotus has become the latest brand to backtrack on its intention to go electric-only, as it’s now announced plans to introduce a new plug-in “Hyper Hybrid” powertrain in response to changing market demands.   According to Lotus: “The Hyper Hybrid technology enables high performance, high efficiency and a flexible longer driving distance of over 1,100 kilometres… Continue reading Lotus backtracks on electric-only plan in favour of new ‘hyper hybrid’ tech

BYD achieves 10-million-NEV milestone amid China’s industry boom

SHENZHEN – Chinese automaker BYD recorded a milestone on Monday when its 10-millionth new energy vehicle (NEV) rolled off the production line at a plant in South China’s Guangdong province. Industry insiders say that BYD’s achievement highlights both the rapid growth of China’s NEV sector and the country’s proactive efforts to promote green and low-carbon… Continue reading BYD achieves 10-million-NEV milestone amid China’s industry boom

Volkswagen workers in Germany prepare to strike within weeks

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German FAZ: Unrest over electric car quotas in England008202

There is growing concern among car manufacturers about punitive quotas for electric car sales in the UK. Some manufacturers are urging the Labor government to relax the requirements, but so far Transport Minister Louise Haigh has shown only limited willingness to be more flexible. This year, car brands must sell at least 22 percent of… Continue reading German FAZ: Unrest over electric car quotas in England008202

German FAZ: Swedish battery manufacturer Northvolt applies for bankruptcy protection008204

After a long struggle to find new financing, the Swedish battery manufacturer Northvolt has filed for bankruptcy protection under Chapter 11 of the American bankruptcy code. As the company announced on Thursday evening, this will enable it to “restructure its debts, adapt the business based on current customer needs and create growth prospects.” At the… Continue reading German FAZ: Swedish battery manufacturer Northvolt applies for bankruptcy protection008204