Author: Casper Benedict

Euro NCAP has just released the results of the Mercedes-Benz EQE crash test. The results were positive, getting 5 stars and almost perfect in several sectors. NCAP conducted a crash test with an average speed of 32-60 kph. The simulation of front and side collisions shows that all airbags work perfectly, both front, side and center. The position of the airbags also supports vital areas well, in order to minimize driver and passenger injuries. The NCAP also gave a score of 95% for adult protection, and 91% for child protection. While the EQE braking assist sensor feature is able to…

The Jeep Avenger electric car has been showcased at the 2022 Paris Motor Show. The brand’s first electric SUV was purposely designed with Stellantis in mind for the European automotive market. Jeep revealed the Avenger electric vehicle design last month. Then this electric SUV got the opportunity to show it off at an auto show of the caliber of the Paris Motor Show 2022. The exterior of this Avenger has a classic Jeep feel, with a seven-slot grille, split LED headlights, fenders, trapezoidal wheel arches, X-shaped LED graphics on the taillights, aluminum-style skid plates and plastic finish on the bumpers…

VinFast said it would recall 739 units of the VF e34 electric vehicle that had been sent to consumers in the domestic market. The recall was carried out to check and replace the airbag sensor (crash sensor) or side collision sensor. VinFast, which started operations in 2019, is a unit of Vietnam’s largest automaker Vingroup and has sold 2,208 electric vehicles since its launch late last year. “The side collision sensor of the airbag system on the VF e34 model may have experienced an incompatibility error with the airbag controller. Therefore it cannot send the wrong signal to the controller,”…

Alpine has just revealed its first concept car with an updated design for the upcoming zero-emission era. Dubbed the Alpenglow, the concept car is powered by a hydrogen-fueled engine, which is filled by two cylindrical hydrogen tanks of unknown size. Alpine is not alone in revealing the hydrogen-fueled concept. Previously, GAC also showcased a hydrogen-powered concept car, as well as Toyota and Lexus which showcased the Toyota GR Yaris with a 1.6-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine fueled by hydrogen. This Alpine Alpenglow concept car has the shape of a single-seater car in the World Endurance Championship (WEC) racing event, featuring wide…

Polestar has unveiled the Polestar 3 as the latest electric car that will compete with the BMW iX and Tesla Model X. Polestar 3 is Polestar’s third new car and electric car to be produced on two continents, Asia and America. Not only that, the Polestar 3 electric car also introduced the first Polestar Precept design language at the production car level. “The Polestar 3 is an eye-catching electric powered SUV with a Scandinavian design and top-notch driving dynamics,” said Thomas Ingenlath, Chief Executive Officer of Polestar. “This car takes our manufacturing footprint to the next level, bringing Polestar production…

Hyundai Motor Group will create two new electric vehicle platforms by 2025. In addition, the Korean auto giant is developing software for electric cars. The pair of new electric car platforms are eM and eS, which will be new passenger vehicle and commercial vehicle platforms, respectively. The plan is that the new platform will be introduced in 2025. With a high level of standardization, the new platform will support all vehicles and reduce the complexity of Hyundai’s production. The platform is also claimed to offer a 50 percent increase in electric car mileage and offers Level 3 autonomous driving technology.…

Earlier this year, Sony and Honda announced a partnership to make high-tech electric vehicles. The new company, dubbed Sony Honda Mobility Inc (SHM), will focus on developing and selling electric vehicles in the future, with the first cars to go on sale in 2026. SHM will start taking orders for these vehicles in early 2025 and and go on sale early 2026. SHM plans to focus on online sales rather than direct sales at dealers as usual. While Honda will focus on the development and production of vehicles, Sony itself will focus on developing the ecosystem around vehicles, which will…

Have you ever heard or are familiar with the name GMC Granite before? Yups, this name was introduced by General Motors (GM) as a concept car in 2010 ago. Twelve years ago at the Detroit Motor Show, the public seemed “not ready” for his presence. The design is too futuristic so the public response is not so positive. Nobody was interested in a compact crossover in 2010, but times have changed Now, GM is eager to revive GMC Granite by filing a trademark application with the USPTO for use in road passenger vehicles. GM, itself still has an empty slot…

Polestar has officially launched the long awaited Polestar 3 electric SUV to expand its sales and presence in the global electric vehicle market. At 192.9 inches long and 64 inches tall, the Polestar 3 is slightly shorter and lower than a Porsche Cayenne, and its 117.5-inch wheelbase is 3.5 inches longer than the Cayenne’s. The Polestar 3 is a five-passenger electric EV that the company describes as a “performance SUV” that comes with a 111 kilowatt-hour battery and dual motor configuration that produces up to 517 horsepower with an WLTP estimated range of 610 km. The battery can be topped…

In the 9 months of 2022, sales of Mercedes-Benz eVans have increased by a third compared to the previous year period, thus the German company claims to be a leader in the field of electric mobility. In the 3rd quarter of 2022, Mercedes-Benz delivered a total of about 100,000 vans to customers, of which about 3,300 are eVans. Despite ongoing challenges worldwide regarding spare parts supply and logistics, the Van division increased sales by 4% to 99,700 vans compared to the previous year’s quarter. According to an official statement from the Mercedes Benz website, the van segment with personal positions…

The New Peugeot e-208 electric car has undergone a technological change. The French manufacturer combines the new Peugeot e-308 engine with a maximum power increase of 15 percent, from 100 kW or 136 hp to 115 kW or 156 hp. In addition, efficiency is also increased with the average energy consumption being only 12 kWh or by 10.5 percent or 38 km. In total use, the new Peuegot e-208 is able to reach a distance of up to 400 km. Significant improvements to user convenience, cost and daily use. The Peugeot e-208 is also equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and is…

Honda together with LG Energy Solution will build a battery factory in Ohio, United States. The planned development of the plant in Fayette County, Ohio, about 40 miles southwest of Columbus, will cost a total of $3.5 billion. “Honda has been building electric hybrid vehicles in Ohio for several years, and the experience and expertise of our manufacturing partners. Product development and purchasing will be critical foundations as we transition into the (electric) future,” said Bob Nelson, Executive Vice President of American Honda Motor Co. The plant development is expected to be completed by the end of 2024. Later, the…

Hyundai beat their Japanese competitors for global hydrogen vehicle sales during the January-August period, according to a market research firm. Hyundai sold 7,410 hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) in the global market in an eight-month period, a 26 percent jump from 5,873 units sold during the same period last year, SNE Research said in a statement, citing data from the Global FCEV Monthly Tracker. The hydrogen model maker Nexo accounted for nearly 60 percent of the global hydrogen-powered vehicle market in the first eight months, the statement said. The automaker’s focus on pure electric vehicles, chip shortages and the…

Earlier this month, UK-based custom restomod company Charge Cars teased a 1967 Mustang to be converted into an EV, of which 499 models are ready to be assembled. Some of them will soon hit the market. It turns out that Charge Cars has put a pair of 1967 Mustang restomod EVs on display at the Petersen Automotive Museum to celebrate the launch. After that, the sample model will head to the LA Auto Show so that more enthusiasts can appreciate the combination of classic design and modern technology. Each model will be equipped with an all-wheel drive system with technologies…

CATL, an electric vehicle battery manufacturer from China, expects net profit for the third quarter of this year to triple when compared to the same period last year. CATL also said that it accounts for more than a third of global EV battery sales, which contributes to its revenue. Meanwhile, the battery supplier to Tesla expects third-quarter net profit to increase between 8.8 billion yuan to 9.9 billion yuan, up from 3.3 billion yuan compared to the same period last year. “The company has stepped up efforts in market expansion, in addition to the previously planned capacity,” said CATL. “Production…

Tony Hawk is a legendary skateboarder. Regarding vehicles, it turns out that Tony also cares about environmental issues and prefers electric cars. However, Tony did not buy a ready-made electric car. He even participated in converting electric cars from old cars. Tony Hawk converted a 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray. The classic car is no longer powered by the notorious 327 V8 engine. With this engine, the Corvette Stingray can produce a maximum power of up to 250 hp and 340 hp, depending on the engine. The engine is replaced with an electric motor from Tesla which is capable of producing…

German electric vehicle manufacturer, Tinbot introduced the TB-RS1 electric motorcycle which has a naked sport style that looks modern. This TB-RS1 has a cc equivalent of 125. This bike also comes with various aesthetics of a large sport bike that adopts a round fuel tank payload with a wide front silhouette. RideApat on Tuesday reported that this motorbike also comes with LED lighting headlamps that look pointed and somewhat similar to those of the BMW S 1000 R when viewed from the front. On the performance side, the Tinbot TB-RS1 is quite powerful, however, it’s important to note that the…

General Motors announced a joint research development with OneD Battery Sciences for OneD silicon nanotechnology research in GM Ultium battery cells. This agreement will provide increased energy density, not only will it give your EV more range, it will charge faster and there will be reduced costs for the manufacturer. The company admits that the collaboration on silicon anode technology is believed to be the first of its kind for two American companies. By upgrading its own Ultium EV Platform, GM hopes to reach annual capacity of one million units in the US by 2025. In addition, the automaker hopes…

The global electric vehicle (EV) market continues to grow amid increasing demand for decarbonization of the transportation sector. The electric vehicle market is predicted to grow fivefold to US$ 95 billion in 2028 from US$ 17 billion in 2019. The battery manufacturers that power electric vehicles have seen this as substantial momentum. So far, the production of electric car batteries is still dominated by Asian companies, although the United States (US) and Europe continue to strive to increase battery production in their own countries. Bruno Venditti and Sabrina Lam from Visual Capitalist in their research as quoted by Oilprice.com, Monday…

Chinese electric bicycle and motorcycle manufacturer, Sur Ron, has officially unveiled its newest electric dirt bike, the Sur Ron Storm Bee 2023. Although not as well-known as other Chinese electric motorcycle manufacturers, Sur Ron has been manufacturing dirt bikes for many years. However, the Storm Bee is arguably the first true dirt bike created by Sur Ron. Unlike previous models which were more shaped like bicycles, the Storm Bee boasts impressive specs and performance. For mechanical kitchens, the Storm Bee carries an electric motor that can spit out 30 hp and 520 Nm of torque. Sur Ron himself claims that…