Author: Christopher Harrison

As the unveiling of the Tesla Cybertruck approaches on November 30, the focus has turned to the much-discussed front trunk, or “frunk,” following previous revelations about the innovative tonneau cover. Recent footage from what appeared to be a Cybertruck advertisement shoot at Hermosa Beach captured the driver and onlookers manually opening the frunk, dispelling some of the mystery surrounding its functionality. The Top Gear crew, reportedly granted access to a review unit by Tesla for an upcoming episode, inadvertently showcased the frunk’s manual opening mechanism during the filming. Questions persist about whether these review units mirror the specifications and features…

The EICMA 2023 event has emerged as a pivotal showcase for the growing influence of electric two-wheelers, with both established and emerging manufacturers unveiling innovative solutions that could shape the future of the segment. Among the notable participants, Horwin, a brand previously featured in discussions about electric mobility, seized the opportunity to present its latest endeavors at EICMA. At the forefront was “Project Horizon,” a collaborative design and development initiative aimed at enhancing the user experience. Developed in conjunction with renowned custom bike builder Arjan van der Boom, the project revolves around Horwin’s Senmenti 0 electric scooter. Wendsor Zhou, Founder…

Denmark has unveiled plans to introduce 25 new charging parks dedicated to electric trucks across the country, strategically located within a maximum distance of 60 kilometers from each other. The comprehensive initiative aims to provide a total of 175 charge points, with the first fast-charging locations anticipated to be operational as early as 2025, according to the Danish Transport Ministry. The charging parks will be strategically positioned along major Danish highways, focusing on areas surrounding Randers, Herning, Vejle, Padborg, Køge, and a facility near Nyborg to be launched by Sund & Bælt in 2025. An additional 20 charging parks are…

Polestar, the Swedish automaker, is reportedly considering further development of its Synergy concept, initially unveiled as a “fantasy supercar” in September during the company’s annual design contest. Despite being initially positioned as a show car with no production plans, Maximillian Missoni, Polestar’s Head of Design, recently expressed interest in taking the concept to the next level. Missoni acknowledged that the Synergy concept had generated considerable excitement, stating, “I’m not saying we’d do this, but we’d like to do this.” He emphasized the potential excitement such a model could bring to the brand, highlighting the capability of Polestar’s engineering team to…

BMW has initiated series production of the new Mini Countryman, along with its electric counterpart, in Leipzig, marking the first instance of a Mini model being manufactured in Germany. This move also represents the first time that BMW Group is producing both Mini and BMW cars within the same factory. The new Mini Countryman is slated to arrive at dealerships on February 17, 2024. Milan Nedeljković, Board Member for Production, describes this integration of multi-brand operations as part of the long-term strategy for the BMW iFactory. The company has invested approximately half a billion euros in Leipzig to enhance production…

The Tesla Cybertruck unexpectedly graced the Electrify Expo in Austin, Texas, delighting attendees at the electrification conference over the weekend. Social media posts from the event operators showcased the distinctive Cybertruck driving around the Electrify Expo on Saturday, generating buzz among enthusiasts. The Expo’s official Instagram account briefly live-streamed the Cybertruck’s entry, providing a glimpse of the futuristic electric pickup in action. Although the stream was limited, a subsequent post shared the video for a wider audience. The conference team’s X account also shared moments featuring the Cybertruck’s presence. https://twitter.com/ElectrifyExpo/status/1723428454454952230 Anticipation for the Cybertruck’s appearance had been teased in a…

Chinese technology giant Huawei, in collaboration with automotive manufacturer Chery, officially presented the inaugural model of their joint electric vehicle (EV) brand, Luxeed. Unveiled by Richard Yu, chairman of Huawei’s intelligent vehicle solutions business unit, the Luxeed S7 marks Huawei’s entry into sedan manufacturing through its partnership with Chery. The Luxeed S7, categorized as an all-electric mid-to-large sedan, boasts dimensions of 4,971 mm in length, 1,963 mm in width, and 1,474 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,950 mm. Available in four variants—Pro, Max, Max+, and Max RS—the pre-sale prices range from RMB 258,000 to RMB 358,000. Built on…

As anticipation builds for the inaugural Tesla Cybertruck delivery event, sightings of the all-electric pickup engaging in routine truck activities have become more frequent. Recent observations include the Cybertruck towing a boat, emulating the actions of its combustion-powered counterparts, and navigating an off-road trail, revealing its capabilities in diverse terrains. Florida-based boat dealership Boateka recently shared on Facebook that its staff had an exclusive preview of the Cybertruck, showcasing the electric pickup towing what appears to be a 21-foot Regal boat. Boateka’s post highlighted that these images capture one of the initial instances of a Cybertruck towing a boat. Given…

GoFast, in collaboration with Aldi Suisse, has unveiled plans to install up to eight charging points at each Aldi store, with the potential for expansion to 16 points based on individual branch requirements. The charging infrastructure will boast capacities of up to 300 kilowatts per charging point, providing a robust and high-speed charging solution. Visual representations released by GoFast showcase four Alpitronic Hypercharger HYC300s, each equipped with eight charging points, positioned in front of an Aldi store. While the specific charging equipment to be utilized remains uncertain, GoFast has historically favored installations from Swiss manufacturer EVTEC. Notably, EVTEC, an initial…

Supernal, the Hyundai-backed startup venturing into the realm of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, is gearing up for an ambitious journey toward urban air mobility. In an interview with Bloomberg in Singapore, Supernal CEO Shin detailed the company’s plans, revealing that they are on track to showcase a prototype eVTOL taxi at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas next year. The eVTOL aircraft, designed to fly at speeds of 120 miles per hour (190 kph), is intended to carry one pilot and four passengers. Shin has set a target of December 2024 for a test flight,…

Tesla has recently reduced the price of its Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) option to $12,000, as the autonomous driving software continues to face regulatory scrutiny. Despite a recent legal victory for Tesla in an Autopilot-related case that determined a fatal accident was the result of driver error, the company remains entangled in various lawsuits and federal investigations. Among these, California’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and Attorney General’s office have alleged that Tesla misled the public with descriptions of its driver-assist features. In one such lawsuit, Tesla offered a Model 3 owner the opportunity to settle the claim out…

The road to Tesla’s official presence in India appears to be clearing as the local government contemplates a policy overhaul for electric vehicles, with early 2024 on the horizon as a potential approval date. The Indian government is on a trajectory to grant its approval for Tesla’s future ventures within the country by January 2024. Recent discussions within government departments have revolved around changes in policy pertaining to electric vehicle manufacturing, with Tesla’s investment proposal taking center stage. “Though the agenda of the meeting was centered on general policy matters, fast-tracking approvals by January 2024 to Tesla’s proposed investment in…