Author: Shaun Williams

The Yoke style steering wheel is a form of steering that is loved by many car manufacturers, but despised by car drivers for reasons of its odd shape and function. Many have discussed the Yoke’s lack of form, but if it’s ugly, why do F1 cars always use this kind of steering? So, why can’t passenger cars or even be considered ugly? The answer turned out to be very simple, namely to improve the steering wheel ratio to fit most steering models. This method was recently demonstrated by Lexus, where they will install a steering yoke on the upcoming RZ…

Formula E and the FIA ​​officially launched the third generation racing car (Gen3) in Monaco, Thursday (28/4/2022). This third generation car carries a sharper design in various parts, much more aggressive than the second generation. This design is claimed to represent the concept of performance and renewable fuels that have become the hallmark of Formula E so far. This car will be used in the ninth season of Formula E from 2023-2024. In addition to a design that is claimed to be better, this car offers features and capabilities that are above its predecessor. For example, in terms of performance,…

Ford in its first-quarter financial report suffered a loss of $3.1 billion, largely due to a decline in the value of its investment in Rivian. The decline in Rivian’s share price since its IPO in November had a major impact on Ford’s profitability. At the beginning of the year, Rivian’s stock was around $102. However, they fell to ~$50 on March 31, 2022. Today, the stock opened at just $31.59. In addition to Rivian’s falling share price, the global chip supply chain crisis also affected Ford’s vehicle production from January to February 2022. Vehicle deliveries fell 9 percent in the…

Tesla is recalling 14,684 Model 3s in China due to a software issue that could have caused a crash. The recall applies to both imported and locally made Model 3s in China, the country’s market regulator said Friday. The recall was made for the Model 3 Performance produced from January 2019 to March 2022. 1,850 were imported vehicles and 12,834 were made at Giga Shanghai, according to a statement from the State Administration for Market Regulation. This recall is the second in April this year. In early April, Tesla recalls 127,785 Model 3 Due to Rear Motor Inverter Problem. This…

BYD officially launched the Han EV electric sedan in Brazil. This launch allows BYD to further expand their market in Latin America and the Caribbean after previously entering Colombia, Uruguay, Bahamas, Dominican Republic and Costa Rica. The Han EV for the Brazilian market uses four-wheel drive with an acceleration time of 0-60 mps in 3.9 seconds. The Han EV has a NEDC range of 550 km, according to a BYD press release today. “The BYD Han EV creates a new concept in premium electric cars in the Brazilian market. It is an advanced model, with new solutions, ahead of its…

Electric vehicle conversions are becoming increasingly popular, and many are maximizing creativity by converting. Someone named Ron Cobbley tried something no one had ever done before. He introduced the Teslaris to the world, namely a Tesla-powered modification of the Polaris RZR RS1 UTV. He ditched the internal combustion engine in favor of a much smaller and much more powerful Tesla Model 3 rear-drive unit. In late May 2021, Ron took the car to the dunes for an initial test run. And to his surprise again, Ron turned out to have a big goal of showing off his dream project at…

BMW has finally released their first electric version of the 7 series line after a long wait by automotive enthusiasts. The BMW i7 has the same target audience as the Mercedes Benz EQS. The car uses two electric motors, each in the front and rear. The total power that can be issued by the two electric motors is up to 536 hp and 745 Nm of torque, even in 2023 the i7 M70 will be released which is said to be capable of producing power up to 651 hp. However, the BMW i7 xDrive 60 version still offers quite a…

The Volkswagen Group, one of the world’s largest car manufacturers, is starting to worry about Chinese electric car manufacturers such as BYD, NIO and CATL. Volkswagen Group CEO Herbert Diesss in one of the meetings, quoted by Car News China, said that currently electric vehicle manufacturers from China are as worried as other electric vehicle manufacturers such as Tesla, Hyundai and Stellantis Group. In his presentation, Herbet Diess included BYD, NIO and CATL in one cluster with Tesla, Hyundai and Stellantis. “They are our direct competitors,” explains Herbert Diess. For electric car battery manufacturers, Herbert Diess continues to include the…

BMW has launched the BMW i7 electric car technology as BMW’s first electric-powered flagship sedan (20/4). The BMW i7 was introduced in conjunction with the latest generation of the BMW 7 Series, which is now focused on luxury and environmental friendliness. Interestingly, the BMW i7 is not a separate model from the BMW 7 Series, different from its competitor Mercedes-EQ EQS, which is separate from the S-Class. This can be seen from the exterior appearance of the BMW i7 which still follows the design of the latest BMW 7 Series with a large Kidney Grille and separate model headlights. Now…

The New York Police Department has stepped down to introduce its newest patrol car, the Mustang Mach-E. In total the NYPD has 184 Ford Mustang Mach-Es in an effort to green up their fleet. There are a number of modifications to the Mustang Mach-E pad that the NYPD uses compared to the regular version. The Mustang Mach-E used is based on the GT model, with 480 horsepower and 600 pound-feet of torque. Acceleration time from 0-60mph is only 3.5 seconds. The Mustang Mach-E that the NYPD uses is equipped with a steel roof rather than a panoramic roof. The Mustang…

The Canadian government has released its 2022 budget, which includes a budget for electromobility. The electromobility budget is not only related to incentives for purchasing electric vehicles, but also related to infrastructure and the supply chain of raw materials for the manufacture of electric vehicles. The 2022 budget includes Canadian dollars 3.8 billion to implement a strategy for essential minerals used in electric cars. In addition, more than 3 billion Canadian dollars to make electric vehicles “more affordable” through incentives and the construction of a nationwide network of charging stations. “Protecting our environment and fighting climate change is the right…

Jehu Garcia recently bought the Rivian R1T. It’s clear he likes the electric truck he just got. It didn’t take long for Garcia to have covered a 1,000-mile road trip on the Rivian R1T. He also points out that the truck has an “orange rind” that shows throughout his paint job. If you want to know more about the “orange peel” in the Rivian R1T, you can go to this link. Apart from owning the Rivian R1T, Garcia also owns a Tesla model 3 and was eager to see up close the paintwork differences between the two electric vehicles. Garcia…

Wuling Hong Guang MINI EV still dominates the electric vehicle market in China even though there are several new competitors present in the same vehicle segment. During the first quarter of 2022 Wuling Hong Guang MINI EV sold 94,778 units. This number increased by 30.7% compared to the same quarter last year. This number is above other electric vehicles such as the Tesla Model Y which sold 74,681 and more than 75,000 BYD Qin for the BEV and PHEV vehicle types. As a reference, in 2021, Wuling Hong Guang MINI EV sold 395,451 units in China. The number is up…

BMW is investing heavily in electric vehicle production and believes Tesla’s dominance in the electric vehicle market will end soon. Reporting from Carscoops, this year BMW targets to sell 200,000 units of electric vehicles, this number is double the sales of last year. BMW itself targets the electrification of 50 percent of the vehicles they produce by 2030. Speaking with Auto News at a press event in New York, BMW Group sales head Pieter Nota acknowledged that Tesla had a unique selling point for some time. But he also said that the uniqueness was over. To rival Tesla, BMW has…

Ather Energy has just announced that it will introduce two new portfolios of electric vehicles for the Indian market. Ather Energy itself has been focusing on the development of electric vehicles. Ather Energy has just received an investment of US$56 million from Hero MotoCorp. It was also previously successful with the 450X, a scooter that is billed as India’s first premium electric scooter. In India, Ather is now selling its two electric motorcycle portfolios, the 450 Plus and 450X. The 450X model received a good response from the market due to its additional features and range. Most recently, Bengaluru-based Ather…

Morris Garrages (MG) will celebrate its 100th birthday in 2024. The occasion was planned as the occasion for the launch of a production model of the MG Cyberster electric sports car, as a reminder of the brand DNA that started with sports cars. According to MG, the new model is expected to help MG to attract a younger audience, and build enthusiasm for the history of this British brand. The MG sportscar was announced in a digital teaser under the name MG Cyberster Concept in April 2021, then its figure was introduced at the 2021 Shanghai Auto Show. The concept…

Toyota has announced that it will launch the Toyota bZ4X in Japan on May 12, 2022. Present in front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive Z variant, Toyota plans to release the bZ4X through the KINTO subscription rental system. This rental system is carried out to reduce user worries about electric cars and perform battery management based on Rebuild, Reuse, and Recycle. Now in addition to revealing the launch plan in Japan, Toyota also leaked a few advanced features in the bZ4X. The first is the One-Motion Grip yoke steering wheel that combines with an electronic steering system or steer-by-wire. The steering…

The 2023 Kia Niro marks its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show. The 2023 Kia Niro comes in three variants: hybrid (HEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV), and all-electric (EV). Dimensionally, the 2023 Kia Niro is larger than its predecessor. Kia revealed that there was a significant increase in cargo volume. The 2023 Kia Niro has an overall length of 174 inches with a longer wheelbase of 107.1 inches. Cargo capacity behind the rear seats is increased to 22.8 cubic feet. The 2023 Kia Niro comes with a new exterior and interior style influenced by the HabaNiro concept…

Toyota has announced that it is ready to launch the Toyota bZ4X electric car technology in Japan (12/4). The plan, the Toyota bZ4X will be launched on Thursday, May 12, 2022. Along with this announcement, Toyota has also provided some interesting information about the planned sales of the bZ4X in Japan. First, the Toyota bZ4X will be available through the KINTO subscription rental service only rather than direct sales. It aims to reduce consumer concerns about electric cars and implement the Rebuild, Reuse and Recycle (3R) battery management scheme. In addition, Toyota can also develop consumer-oriented services through KINTO. Toyota…

Nissan has officially acquired the Formula E racing team e.dams based in Le Mans, France. This move supports Nissan’s long-term commitment to an electrification vision towards their ambition by 2030. The collaboration between Nissan and e.dams itself is known to have existed since 2018. In March 2021, Nissan announced its commitment to the Formula E Gen3 era which will apply to Formula E next season. This information was delivered directly by Nissan’s chief operating officer, Ashwani Gupta. He explained that Nissan would develop an even better electric car with the latest technology. “These are exciting times for all of us,”…