Category Automotive

Porsche Adjusts Product Strategy for Resilience

Porsche Adjusts Product Strategy for Resilience

Porsche AG refines its product strategy with combustion engine emphases and EV delays to navigate market volatility. Short-term financial hits of up to 1.8 billion euros pave the way for resilient, balanced growth in luxury sports cars.

Mercedes-Benz Aerodynamics Boosts Efficiency

Mercedes-Benz Aerodynamics Boosts Efficiency

Mercedes-Benz aerodynamics slashes drag for superior electric range and comfort, with the CLA achieving Cd 0.21 via optimized wheels and underbody. Historic tunnels and CFD simulations ensure efficiency gains like 375 km yearly.

Veloz EV Campaign Boosts Record Sales

Veloz EV Campaign Boosts Record Sales

Veloz's Electric For All campaign reaches millions with EV education, adapting to tax credit changes while boosting site visits and record August sales of 146,332 units nationwide.

Scout Motors Boosts SC with $300M Park

Scout Motors Boosts SC with $300M Park

Scout Motors' $300 million Supplier Park in South Carolina promises 1,000 jobs and $368 million in investments, enhancing a $2 billion commitment to U.S. manufacturing innovation.

Hyundai's 2030 Vision Roadmap Unveiled

Hyundai’s 2030 Vision Roadmap Unveiled

Hyundai Motor Company targets 5.55 million vehicle sales by 2030, with electrified models at 3.3 million units, amid expansions in EVs, manufacturing, and SDV tech for global leadership.

MINI Cooper E Leads Green Ratings

MINI Cooper E Leads Green Ratings

Green NCAP's new sustainability ratings highlight MINI Cooper E and FIAT 600e as top performers, emphasizing life cycle assessments and real-world efficiency for informed eco-friendly vehicle choices.

Armored Electric SUV Sets New Standard

Armored Electric SUV Sets New Standard

The Lạc Hồng 900 LX, a VinFast-INKAS® collaboration, is a fully electric armored SUV with VPAM VR7 certification, withstanding 400+ rounds and grenade blasts for unmatched safety and sustainability.

BMW iX3 Production to Begin in Debrecen

BMW iX3 Production to Begin in Debrecen

BMW iX3 production begins in Debrecen, Hungary, using renewable energy and digital innovation. The plant reduces CO2e emissions by 90%, setting a new standard for sustainable manufacturing.

Geely EX5 EM-i: Hybrid SUV Revolution

Geely EX5 EM-i: Hybrid SUV Revolution

Geely Auto’s EX5 EM-i, a plug-in hybrid SUV, debuts in Australia with a 943 km range, advanced EM-i Super Hybrid System, and premium features, redefining efficiency and comfort.

Rivian’s Georgia Plant Boosts EV Manufacturing

Rivian’s Georgia Plant Boosts EV Manufacturing

Rivian’s Georgia plant, set for 2026 construction, will create 7,500 jobs, produce 400,000 EVs annually, and drive economic growth while advancing sustainable transportation.

Alliance Advances Electric Vehicle Innovation

Alliance Advances Electric Vehicle Innovation

The Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance advances electric vehicle production at the Ampere Douai Plant, launching the Nissan Micra EV and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross EV in 2025.

Behavioral Science Boosts EV Carbon Reductions

Behavioral Science Boosts EV Carbon Reductions

Toyota Research Institute’s ChargeMinder app uses behavioral science to boost EV charging, reducing carbon emissions by 10% in the U.S. and 59% in Japan while enhancing driver satisfaction.

IIHS EV Safety Ratings Revealed

IIHS EV Safety Ratings Revealed

IIHS tested seven electric vehicles, with five earning good moderate overlap ratings but headlights lagging across the board. No model qualifies for TOP SAFETY PICK awards.

NHTSA Probes Tesla Model Y Door Failures

NHTSA Probes Tesla Model Y Door Failures

NHTSA investigates 2021 Tesla Model Y electronic door handle failures reported in nine VOQs, focusing on child entrapment risks from low voltage issues and assessing power supply reliability.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 Tops Autotrader’s 2025 List

Hyundai IONIQ 5 Tops Autotrader’s 2025 List

The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 earns Autotrader’s 10 Best Electric Cars award for the fourth year, praised for its bold design, spacious interior, ultra-fast charging, and versatile lineup.

Porsche Cayenne Electric Undergoes Extreme Tests

Porsche Cayenne Electric Undergoes Extreme Tests

Porsche's Cayenne Electric combines virtual simulations and real-world extreme tests for faster, efficient development, reducing time by 20 percent while ensuring optimal performance in harsh conditions.

Volvo Expands Electric Luxury Hotel Program

Volvo Expands Electric Luxury Hotel Program

Volvo Car USA expands its hotel program, integrating the electric EX90 at 27 luxury properties, offering charging stations, discounts, and a premium, sustainable guest experience nationwide.

Porsche Taycan Turbo GT Breaks Australian Record

Porsche Taycan Turbo GT Breaks Australian Record

Porsche Taycan Turbo GT sets Australian quarter-mile record at Sydney Dragway, achieving 9.083 seconds at 156.61 mph, showcasing electric innovation and Porsche’s performance legacy.

Continental Tires Chosen for GM EVs

Continental Tires Chosen for GM EVs

The Continental CrossContact RX tire has been given original equipment approval by General Motors for the Cadillac OPTIQ and Chevrolet Equinox EV, highlighting its suitability for modern electric SUVs.

Magna and XPENG Partner for Europe

Magna and XPENG Partner for Europe

The partnership between Magna and XPENG signifies a pivotal moment for localized EV production in Europe, leveraging established manufacturing expertise to accelerate the market entry of a key player in the smart electric vehicle space.