Author: Casper Benedict

General Motors (GM) has made an announcement regarding the inclusion of active safety technologies in their vehicles. Starting this year, all electric vehicles (EVs) produced by GM will come equipped with an automatic emergency braking (AEB) system, along with four other safety features. Furthermore, the majority of non-electric vehicles manufactured by GM will also have these safety technologies. The safety technologies incorporated into the vehicles include AEB, forward collision alert, front pedestrian braking, lane keep assist with lane departure warning, and automatic high-beam control. These features will be standard in all new EVs and 98 percent of all vehicles produced…

Italian car manufacturer Pagani has recently confirmed that it will not be unveiling an all-electric vehicle in the foreseeable future, despite dedicating the past five years to developing an electric hypercar. The company, known for its commitment to innovation, began exploring the concept of an electric-only model in 2018. However, Christopher Pagani, the son of company founder Horacio Pagani, revealed in a recent interview with Top Gear that the current weight of vehicle batteries poses a significant challenge in making such a car feasible. Pagani vehicles are renowned for their lightweight design, which is integral to achieving a unique and…

Rivian has recently created quite a buzz with their upcoming model, the R2, which is positioned as a smaller counterpart to the popular R1 series. In an effort to engage with their audience and generate excitement, Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe conducted a question and answer session on the company’s official Instagram page. During the session, an intriguing clay model of the R2 was discreetly placed under a sheet behind Scaringe, leaving enthusiasts curious about its design. From the limited glimpse provided, it is apparent that the R2 shares a boxy silhouette reminiscent of its larger sibling, the R1S. However, owing…

The United States and Canada are embarking on a groundbreaking endeavor to establish a cross-border charging corridor specifically designed for electric vehicles (EVs). Spanning an impressive distance of approximately 1,400 kilometers, this innovative initiative will connect Kalamazoo, Michigan, to Quebec City in Canada. A fundamental aspect of the plan involves strategically positioning charging stations at intervals of 80 kilometers along the entire length of the corridor. Notably, each location will feature at least one direct current (DC) CCS fast charger, ensuring efficient and rapid charging capabilities. The comprehensive scope of the corridor encompasses a vast network linking major cities such…

The Tesla Cybertruck has been a subject of intense debate and speculation ever since its initial concept was unveiled back in 2019. Throughout the past year, numerous evolved prototypes have been captured on camera, further fueling the discussions. In the recent Tesla Shareholders’ meeting, held just yesterday, Elon Musk himself confirmed that the long-awaited deliveries of the Cybertruck will finally kick off later this year, much to the surprise and excitement of everyone present. To make things even more intriguing, a nearly production-ready model made a spontaneous appearance during the meeting, leaving attendees in awe. When addressing the challenges surrounding…

The Formula E season is heating up, and the latest race in Monaco showcased some exciting developments for two of the sport’s top teams. The Jaguar-powered teams have been on an upward trend this season, and that trend continued in Monaco with Nick Cassidy winning the E-Prix in the customer Jaguar of the Envision team ahead of Mitch Evans. This marks Cassidy’s second win in a row, and he has now taken over the championship lead from Pascal Wehrlein of Porsche. The Monaco race also marked the start of the second half of the season, and the entire Formula 1…

Paccar, a US-based truck manufacturer, and Toyota, a Japanese automotive giant, have announced an extension of their collaboration to introduce hydrogen-fuelled Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks. Equipped with Toyota’s next-generation hydrogen fuel cell modules, these trucks will join the existing battery-electric offshoots of the Kenworth T680 and Peterbilt 579 trucks, both Paccar brands. The first hydrogen trucks are expected to reach customers by 2024 and 2025, with the Kenworth T680 truck already available for pre-order in the United States and Canada. See also: Nissan is now using electric trucks from Nikola and Kenworth to deliver new vehicles The Kenworth T680 truck…

Volkswagen has announced that it is accelerating its transition to electric vehicles (EVs) by expanding its ID family of electric cars and introducing three new electric SUVs to its lineup. Along with these new models, the existing ones will also receive updated and more powerful powertrains, as well as a facelift with updated interiors from next year. See also: 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 come new range, faster charging and new interior The first of the three new models will be an electric version of the VW Tiguan. While it will be based mainly on the VW ID.4, it will look different…

Nio, the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker, has partnered with Dutch company NXP Semiconductors to incorporate their latest 4D imaging radar technology into its vehicles. This cutting-edge radar technology significantly enhances the performance of current tech and adds advanced functionalities, allowing Nio’s vehicles to detect and classify other vehicles and vulnerable road users up to 300 meters ahead, even in limited visibility conditions. Thanks to its fine resolution point-cloud, the 16 nm radar processor can distinguish between objects such as a bicycle riding close to a large truck or a child standing behind a parked car, and do so in…

Wolfspeed, a subsidiary of Cree, and ZF, a leading technology company for mobility, are planning to establish a joint research and development centre in the Nuremberg metropolitan region for silicon carbide power electronics. The new development site aims to complement the planned silicon carbide chip factory in Ensdorf, Saarland, which is also supported by the German and Bavarian state governments. However, the funding for the R&D centre and the chip factory is still subject to approval under the EU’s Important Project of Common European Interest (IPCEI) programme and the prior approval of antitrust authorities. If the approvals are received, work…

BMW and E.ON, two of Europe’s leading companies in the automotive and energy sectors, have announced a partnership to launch a new smart charging service for electric vehicles (EVs). The “Connected Home Charging” service will launch in several European countries in the second half of this year, with a focus on smart charging at home. According to the partners, this is the first cross-industry project of its kind in Europe, with a common interface that will connect electric vehicles, smart homes, and the energy sector. BMW will provide the vehicles and wall boxes, while E.ON will be responsible for ensuring…

Wrightbus, a Northern Irish manufacturer of electric buses, has secured a new order to deliver 48 zero-emission double-decker buses for Stagecoach in London. The all-electric buses are expected to be delivered before the end of the year and will support Stagecoach’s strategy to have a zero-emission bus fleet in all their operations by 2035. This is not the only order for Wrightbus, as earlier this month, bus operator Arriva ordered 50 BEV double-deckers to join their London fleet. Wrightbus also has a £25.3 million contract to supply 117 battery-electric vehicles for First Bus across the UK. See also: Stagecoach Continues…