Author: David Smith

Chevrolet in development of a hybrid Corvette. Now, the project has entered the stage of a concept car called the E-Ray. In terms of performance, the Chevrolet Corvette hybrid is expected to use a 6,200 cc V8 engine and a small battery that drives a pair of front-mounted electric motors. With all-wheel drive, the car is claimed to be capable of producing 650 hp. Chevrolet hinted that this product candidate was inspired by the Miray concept car that was introduced at the 2011 Seoul Motor Show. Judging from the powertrain used, the Miray carries a mid-electric system, with a 1,500…

The Seres SF5 is an SUV-style electric car that is claimed to be able to cover a distance of 1,000 km until the battery runs out. The SF5 Seres was developed in an SUV model to suit today’s automotive trends. DFSK engineers present a modern, elegant and stylish touch. The main characteristics of the appearance of the Seres SF5 are the Sigma LED DRL design that resembles a flash of electricity, as well as the Diamond Grill. Then at the back, there is a Skyline Streamer-Go Through LED Taillight that extends with natural lighting and looks artistic. Another uniqueness of…

Tesla recently carried out a software update that allows users to play video games on the touch screen mounted in front of the dashboard. Tesla has added games in a software update to most of its vehicles this summer. But this update raises concerns about driving safety. The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said on Wednesday it was discussing with Tesla about the software update. “Accidents due to distraction are a concern, especially in vehicles equipped with various comfort technologies such as entertainment screens. We are aware of drivers’ concerns and are discussing these features with manufacturers,” NHTSA…

Volkswagen will bring electric car technology to the camper van market in the next few years with an ID-based ID.Buzz. With its big interior and small footprint, the I.D. Buzz is even more versatile than the original – yet with its electric drivetrain and autonomous tech, it’s totally fit for the future. Photos: Volkswagen

The successor to the electric-driven Volvo XC90 will likely be called the Embla. Embla is the first woman in Norse mythology. A hint from Volvo CEO Hakan Samuelsson has now led to a potential name for the Volvo XC90. Volvo CEO Hakan Samuelsson revealed in an interview that the name of the successor model to the electric XC90 will start with a vowel. As Carbuzz reports, an internet search of brand registration found that the Embla name was protected by Volvo in October. The name is allegedly the first brand name registered by Volvo with a vowel at the start…

Ford sees clearly that EV is the key to future competition. Jim Farley, CEO of Ford said in an interview with Automotive News, that demand for EVs could double or even triple what was expected. Because of this, Ford is doubling its EV projections, to 600,000 units per year globally by 2023. According to Blue Ovale, the number is not yet ideal, it should be more than that, but the company is faced with the reality regarding battery availability. “The demand is far from the 160,000 units we have today. Our orders are close to 200,000 units now and it’s…

Joe Biden’s visit to the Hummer electric car factory last November saw the number of orders for the electric SUV soar dramatically. It was known at that time that Joe Biden had tried the legendary SUV directly. He even immediately tweeted on his official Twitter account about the performance of the electric Hummer. “As most people know, I’m a car lover. I’ve tried a lot of cars but I never thought I could experience such a powerful electric car. Our future is electric and this will be made live in America,” tweeted Joe Biden. That support actually had a big…

BMW has sold its one millionth electric vehicle (EV) in the world. The German company aims to sell two million pure electric vehicles by 2025. However, as many as 70 percent of the electric cars sold by BMW are hybrid types, which combine a conventional oil-fueled engine with an electric battery. Pieter Nota, one of BMW’s board of directors, said Tuesday (12/7/2021) that he believes hybrid cars will still play an important role, especially for customers who do not have access to electric car battery chargers. He also said that currently one way to make the automotive industry more sustainable…

Ford unveiled the 1978 Ford F100 pick-up truck with an electric engine at the Los Angeles motor show. The electric concept car called the F-100 Eluminator uses an electric motor that powers a retro version of the upcoming F-150 Lightning EV. The concept car features all-wheel-drive with the same two powerful electric motors as the 2021 Mustang Mach-E GT Performance Edition. The two electric motors can produce 480 bhp and 634 lb ft of torque. Details of the battery and range have not been disclosed in the launch. The F-100 Eluminator is engineered by Ford’s Performance division and uses a…

Toyota Motor Corp. announced Monday, Dec. 6 that it is building a new $1.29 billion battery plant in North Carolina in an effort to expand its hybrid and electric vehicle efforts. The new plant, located in Liberty will start production in 2025, initially will be able to supply lithium-ion batteries for 800,000 vehicles annually. The plant will “pave the way” for Toyota’s electric vehicle production in the US, said Chris Reynolds, head of administration for Toyota Motor in North America. The investment will be made by a new company called Toyota Battery Manufacturing and is expected to create 1,750 new…

The Nissan Leaf is a smart-looking electric car with decent range and a big boot but alternatives feel plusher inside and come with easier-to-use infotainment systems. The Nissan Leaf is a pretty good way to get into electric vehicle ownership, because it has strong performance and a sleek design, although you’ll need to spend a decent amount extra to get the best range, mind you.

Daimler will commit an investment of 60 billion euros to fully electrify before the end of the decade. Daimler said by 2025 it wants to achieve its target of half of total new sales being electric vehicles. Five years later, that is, by 2030 sales of new vehicles will be fully electric. The key to its electrification is implementing measures to increase efficiency and lower fixed costs, with increased revenue per vehicle sold supporting the coffers. This is a hint that the company will focus on larger, higher-quality, high-margin vehicles such as the upcoming Mercedes-Benz EQS premium electric sedan –…