The new 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e 4MATIC SUV offers 54 miles of all-electric range, according to EPA certification. The vehicle is now available at US dealerships starting from $59,900. The hybrid system features a 134 hp electric motor and 24.8 kWh battery to deliver a combined system output of 313…
Ford is adjusting its electrification product roadmap in the hopes of offering a range of electrification options that might speed customer adoption—including lower prices and longer ranges. Among the changes are the cancellation of the previously announced three-row all-electric SUV in favor of leveraging hybrid technologies for the next three-row…
Nissan has been trialing an innovative automotive paint aimed at helping lower a vehicle’s ambient cabin temperature in summer and reduce the energy usage of the air-conditioning system. Developed in partnership with Radi-Cool, a specialist in radiative cooling products, the paint incorporates metamaterial, synthetic composite materials with structures that exhibit…
Porsche has expanded its lineup for its first all-electric SUV with the first rear-wheel-drive Macan model. Additionally, while the focus for the rear-wheel-drive Macan was primarily on high efficiency and range, a new Macan 4S will fill the gap between the Macan 4 and the Macan Turbo. (Earlier post.)
Electric car sales continued to grow in Europe this year, with the exception of in Germany, according to a new analysis by environmental NGO Transport & Environment (T&E). Battery electric sales in the rest of the EU (excluding Germany) increased by 9.4% on average in the first half of 2024.
Ford Motor Company plans to assemble F-Series Super Duty pickups at its Oakville Assembly Complex in Ontario, Canada, starting in 2026, boosting production of one of the company’s most popular and profitable vehicles. The move to add production of up to 100,000 units of its best-selling Super Duty to Oakville in Canada.
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. have agreed to carry out joint research in fundamental technologies in the area of platforms for next-generation software-defined vehicles (SDVs). This agreement is based on the memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed by the companies on March 15 regarding the commencement of…
Helm.ai, a provider of AI software for high-end ADAS, Level 4 autonomous driving, and robotics, launched a multi-sensor generative AI foundation model for simulating the entire autonomous vehicle stack. WorldGen-1 synthesizes highly realistic sensor and perception data across multiple modalities and perspectives simultaneously, extrapolates sensor data from one modality to…
Uber Technologies announced a multi-year strategic partnership designed to bring 100,000 new BYD electric vehicles onto the Uber platform across key global markets. Beginning first in Europe and Latin America, the partnership is expected to offer drivers access to best-in-class pricing and financing for BYD vehicles on the Uber platform,…
The BMW Group is expanding its production network for the next generation of high-voltage batteries significantly, with five facilities on three continents to produce sixth-generation high-voltage batteries. Across the globe, the principle of “local for local” will apply. This helps the BMW Group increase the resilience of its production. The…
The Audi A6 e-tron concept debuted at the Auto Shanghai 2021 trade fair as the forerunner of a family of all-electric volume models. Audi is now launching the A6 e-tron in Sportback and Avant variants. As the second model on the PPE platform, the upper mid-size vehicle picks up on…
Ford is adding an all-wheel-drive option for its Maverick Hybrid pickup for 2025. An optional package can also double towing capacity. Maverick Hybrid has a targeted EPA-estimated 42 miles per gallon in the city with the standard hybrid front-wheel drive model, and a targeted EPA-estimated 40 miles per gallon in…
Zeekr and Mobileye plan to accelerate technology localization in China, integrate Mobileye technologies into the next-generation Zeekr models, and further their driving safety and automation there and in the global market. Zeekr is the global premium electric mobility technology brand from Geely Holding Group. Mobileye is a leading developer of…
Volvo Trucks North America announced the availability of an engine that meets California Air Resources Board (CARB) 2024 Omnibus regulation requirements for low nitrogen oxide (NOx) and particulate matter (PM) emissions standards.
Nissan has commenced demonstrations of a prototype vehicle equipped with its in-house-developed, autonomous drive technologies—showcasing progress in its goal towards rolling out autonomous mobility services within fiscal year 2027. The Nissan LEAF prototype vehicle incorporates 14 cameras, 10 radars and 6 LIDAR sensors. It demonstrates Nissan’s progress in the field…