Polestar announced that the development of its upcoming Polestar 3 model is nearing completion, following two weeks of rigorous hot weather testing in the United Arab Emirates. Production is slated to begin in the first quarter of 2024, expanding Polestar’s lineup to include three models, with the addition of two new SUVs, Polestar 3 and […]
Lexus, the premium brand of Toyota, is gearing up for a significant transformation as it plans to fully embrace electric vehicles (EVs) by 2035. Takashi Watanabe, the newly appointed president of Lexus International, announced that the brand will unveil its first concept for next-generation EVs at the upcoming Japan Mobility Show. Watanabe, who assumed his […]
Toyota, the world’s top-selling automaker, is leveraging advanced manufacturing techniques and its renowned lean production methods to catch up with electric vehicle (EV) market leader Tesla. The Japanese automaker showcased its latest technological advances during a plant tour for the media in central Japan last week, revealing its strategy to close the gap in the […]
Polestar 2, the first vehicle to feature Google’s Android Automotive OS since its 2019 launch, has added Amazon’s Prime Video to its infotainment offerings. The streaming service will be accessible while the car is parked or charging. This addition follows the integration of YouTube, which became available in Polestar 2 in June 2023. Since its […]
A recent report from Ottawa’s budgetary watchdog, Parliamentary Budget Officer Yves Giroux, has indicated a much longer timeline for the Canadian and Ontario governments to recover their investments in tax credits for Volkswagen and Stellantis battery plants. Contradicting Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s initial claim of a five-year break-even, the analysis suggests a 20-year horizon. The […]
Honda has announced a collaboration with Tesla to integrate the latter’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) into its upcoming EV models slated for release in North America from 2025. A new EV is set to debut from Honda in 2025 and will be the first to feature the NACS port. Subsequent models will also adopt […]
Swedish electric vehicle manufacturer, Polestar, is set to release a branded smartphone in December, coinciding with the launch of its first sports utility vehicle (SUV) in China, the Polestar 4. The announcement emphasizes the company’s innovative approach in the electric vehicle market, integrating technology with transportation. The Polestar 4, an SUV coupe, will be the […]
Lucid Motors CEO Peter Rawlinson, once an engineer for Tesla, is looking to push the boundaries of the electric vehicle (EV) market. Drawing from his rich experience with Tesla, Rawlinson is now steering Lucid to tackle two of the most pressing concerns in the EV world: range anxiety and affordability. As the brains behind the […]
In an update on Thursday, electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian has revealed the EPA-estimated range for its Dual-Motor and Performance Dual-Motor R1T models. The company took to X to announce that these models offer the best range in their lineup, boasting up to 410 miles with the Max pack and 21-inch wheels. According to the tweet, […]
Ford Pro, the commercial arm of Ford Motor Company, has announced new additions to its electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions aimed at easing the transition for businesses to electric fleets. The new Series 2 AC Charging Station 80 amp and expanded DC Fast Charger options come with a range of features designed to simplify and […]
In a bid to redefine sustainable mobility within the compact SUV sector, Kia introduced its all-electric compact SUV, the Kia EV5, at the Chengdu Motor Show in China. Targeted predominantly at millennial families, this vehicle combines the best of Kia’s design, technology, and sustainability. The EV5 is a testament to Kia’s unwavering commitment to spearheading […]
In a significant move supporting automotive repair rights, both Tesla and Rivian have endorsed an agreement that advocates for the inclusion of crucial telematics data. This commitment, backed by leading automakers and independent repair shops, signifies a substantial step towards transparency and consumer rights in the automotive industry. Both electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers expressed their […]
Polestar has announced the start of deliveries for its upgraded Polestar 2, the Volvo subsidiary’s flagship volume car that started production in 2020. Since then, over 150,000 units of the Polestar vehicles have been produced in three years. With more than 20,000 Polestar 2 vehicles on UK roads, the brand has surged to be the […]
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation into Ford Motor’s recall of its 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E electric vehicles. The agency is determining whether the recall of nearly 49,000 vehicles, issued in June 2022, adequately addressed safety concerns, reports Reuters. Ford initiated the recall after identifying an issue where the vehicle’s […]
Honda has announced its intention to integrate Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) ports into its upcoming electric vehicles (EVs). This move will also extend to its luxury division, Acura, enabling both brands to tap into Tesla’s expansive Supercharger network, reports Autoblog. Noriya Kaihara, the President and CEO of American Honda Motor Co., emphasized the […]
