Author: James Bryant

Up-and-coming electric bicycle startup Ignitron Motocorp has launched its second electric motorcycle in India. Known as the Bob-e, this new two-wheeler is specifically designed for the Indian market and targets a younger segment of the population. According to Ignitron, Bob-e aims to elevate the lifestyle of young Indians while preserving the environment. See also: 2022 Valeo 48V electric motorcycle revealed The Bob-e is expected to meet its style quotient and extensive features that will make everyday commuting on an electric motorcycle a comfortable and enjoyable experience. Two color variants will be available for the Bob-e namely black and red, which…

Pininfarina Xingtu electric truck is specially designed for DeepWay, a smart trucking company and is a semi-autonomous vehicle, targeting long-distance logistics operations and cargo delivery in a sustainable and secure manner. The Pininfarina Xingtu electric truck is set up to increase the efficiency of cargo transportation in a sustainable way towards the environment while providing the comfort that drivers need. DeepWay was formed in 2020 and has the backing of Chinese internet powerhouse Baidu. See also: TuSimple successfully operates autonomous trucks running on public roads Pininfarina was commissioned by DeepWay to design the Xingtu concept semi-autonomous truck, which comes with…

Chinese battery and electric car maker BYD is rumored to be announcing three new electric vehicles by 2022. Quoted by Gizmochina, Monday, several media in China have reported about rumors of the upcoming model from the car manufacturer. The leaked information says the electric vehicles will be named BYD Seal, BYD Seagull, and BYD Sea Lion. For the BYD Seal, it will be announced in Q1 2022 in China, with a price rumored to be around 150,000 to 200,000 RMB. This fully electric sedan is aimed at the mid-range market and is claimed to be the unofficial successor to the…

Polestar 2 consists of two electric motors mounted front and rear providing all-wheel drive and being fed by a floor mounted 75 kWh battery pack. Peak power has been rated at 408 PS (300 kW) with 487 lb-ft (660 Nm) of torque. Polestar are quoting a 0-62 mph acceleration time of less than 5 seconds and general performance that should be in the ball park of the Model 3 if not slightly less. An optional performance pack is available at launch which adds some nice adjustable dual-flow valve Ohlins dampers, larger forged 20-inch wheels with big Brembo brakes sitting behind…

The Taycan range is growing fast as Porsche reveal the Cross Turismo Turbo S. Taking it’s place at the top of the Taycan Cross Turismo family, the Turbo S features the same powertrain as the Sedan version of the same spec. That means two electric motors placed on the front and rear axles combining to generate up to 751 hp in overboost mode or 617 hp normally. Acceleration from 0-60 mph in done in a blistering 2.9 seconds which is only 0.1 seconds slower than the sedan version. Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo Price and Specifications [Infographic]

Recently, a demonstration test of the world’s first autonomous ship navigation system was successfully carried out in Japan. The large ferry has autonomously navigated more than 240 km stretch of sea of ​​Lyonda, Japan, at a speed of 26 knots (48 km/h). The ferry can also do docking (closer to the port) at the end of its service. The technology used in this demonstration was developed by Mitsubishi Shipbuilding, a subsidiary of the Nippon Foundation, and is used on the Shin Nihonkai Ferry Somany’s 222-meter-long vehicle ferry, Soleil. Reporting from Interesting Engineering (20/1), the demonstration is part of the fully…

Hyundai Motor Company officially partnered with IonQ Inc. to create an efficient electric car battery model for Hyundai cars. IonQ Inc. has been known as a quantum computer manufacturer. In the collaboration, Hyundai and IonQ will present an electric car battery chemistry model to simulate the structure and energy of lithium oxide. This chemical model will help improve the performance, cost and safety of lithium batteries. See also: Apple wants Korean suppliers for their electric car batteries Hyundai’s collaboration with IonQ is one of the steps for the development of Hyundai’s electric car globally. The development of battery technology is…

Although known not to be too aggressive in presenting a pure electric model in its lineup, Toyota is secretly developing an electric-powered pick-up vehicle. This is revealed from several images circulating in cyberspace. This is the first appearance of Toyota’s concept car in the truck segment as previously promised. This is in accordance with Toyota’s plan to present 15 new electric-powered vehicles by 2025. If you look at the appearance offered by Toyota’s electric-powered double cabin pickup, it is not like a pickup in general. The dimensions look slimmer and concise, even the sporty impression is also quite prominent on…

At the Consumer electronic Show 2022, General Motors (GM) showcased its best-selling double cabin pickup in a pure electric (EV) version, namely the Chevrolet Silverado EV. The Chevrolet Silverado EV is slated to be produced in 2023 and begin shipping to customers in 2024 to battle the Ford F-150 Lightning or Tesla Cybertruck if Tesla launches it. Different from the ICE version of the Silverado, the Silverado EV is built with super specifications, so it deserves to be called a super truck. Its combination of specifications, performance and versatility is made beyond the limits of a normal pickup truck for…

Do you still remember the Tesla Model S which was given three jet engines? Yup, a crazy project that was done by the team behind the Warped Perception Youtube channel some time ago. At that time, the Model S with three jet engines was tested to determine its performance. As a result, acceleration from 0-96 km/h can be completed in just 3.32 seconds. But if it’s only in the form of numbers, it will feel less. Therefore, the AMS Performance modification workshop also tries to provide a more real comparison. In a video uploaded to the AMS Performace Youtube channel,…

The 2022 Dakar Rally has reached its conclusion in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on January 14 last. Where, in the last stage, the route was contested between Bisha and Jeddah in Saudi Arabia. The podium presentation ceremony was held at the Jeddah Cornish Circuit as well as closing the 14-day series of competitions. A large finish line podium was erected on the field, and all the vehicles that finished the race, including trucks, took to the stage. The Hino Sugawara Team manned by Racer Teruhito Sugawara, Navigator Hirokazu Somemiya, and Yuji Mochizuki, took the stage in a Hino600 Series rally Dakar…

An electric hypercar with plenty of performance credentials, the NIO EP9 has gone on to set impressive lap times around some of the worlds most famous race tracks. Powering the EP9 is a 777-volt powertrain consisting of 4 inboard electric motors each developing around 335 hp, combining for a total power output of 1,341 hp with a huge 1,480 Nm of torque. All that equates to a 0-62 mph sprint of 2.7 seconds, a 0-124 mph time of 7.1 seconds and a top speed of 195 mph. With each of the 4 motors powering one wheel, the EP9 has plenty…

This is Ferrari’s 986 horsepower hybrid supercar called the SF90 Stradale. It sits above the 812 Superfast in the Ferrari range and is a series-production car meaning no limited editions or exclusive invitations. If you can stump up the big price tag, this Ferrari can be yours. Much like the LaFerrari before it, the SF90 Stradale uses a hybrid powertrain. This time a 4.0L twin turbocharged V8 has been paired up with 3 electric motors. The first of those motors has been sandwiched between the engine and the transmission, whilst the other 2 have been placed on the front axle…

Five years after announcing the design of its first electric motorcycle, Tarform began shipping the electric motorcycle to their customers in the United States. Quoted by Gizmochina, Tarform is said to have experienced some setbacks due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but is now apparently starting to bounce back by starting to ship products to initial customers in the United States. The company, based in Brooklyn, New York, says that electric motorcycles use handmade products that are far different from today’s electric bicycles. Tarform’s design and engineering team had clocked thousands of man-hours before arriving at the unique designs today used…

Volta Trucks, a leading manufacturer and service provider of electric commercial vehicles, has announced a partnership with one of London’s largest West End property owners, The Crown Estate and distribution provider Clipper Logistics. This partnership is of course to decarbonize and consolidate shipping to London by improving air quality and reducing congestion in the city centre. Set to launch as a test run in the summer of 2022, the full-electric Volta Zero is a key component of The Crown Estate’s newest delivery consolidation scheme to Regent Street customers as part of its ongoing commitment to reducing emissions across the West…

Hyundai will reportedly add support for Apple digital car key feature. This digital car key allows users to unlock and start compatible vehicles using the iPhone Wallet app. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, a feature called “CarKey” will be coming to Hyundai’s Genesis lineup this summer. Hyundai itself already offers proprietary iOS apps, including MyHyundai with Bluelink and Genesis Intelligent Assistant that includes the ability to remotely start, or unlock the doors of compatible vehicles. But adding support for implementing Apple’s digital lock feature will make functionality smoother and benefit from Apple Wallet. Apple first announced its digital car key…

The Ferrari logo to commemorate its 75th anniversary was unveiled today, Monday, January 17, 2022. The logo was unveiled via a video featuring the people behind Ferrari’s success to date. Ferrari was founded in 1947 by Enzo Ferrari in Maranello, Italy. In the post-World War II period, Enzo Ferrari decided to go against the flow of the automotive market by building racing cars. The first race car that was built by Enzo Ferrari was the Ferrari 125 S, the beginning of the long history of various victories achieved by Ferrari. Through the Ferrari logo for the 75th anniversary, the company…

Chery released a concept car called the Jetour TX. This SUV type car has a boxy design, similar to the Ford Bronco and Land Rover Defender. For information, Jetour is a sub-brand of the Chery Holding group, which was founded in 2018 and now sells more than 150,000 cars per year. Chery Jetour TX has a front fascia like the Ford Bronco and the shape of the window to the rear is similar to the Land Rover Defender. The grille is embedded with the ‘Jetour’ logo combined with LED lights with boxy over fenders, black pillars, and A/T tires. Yellow…

The Toyota GR GT3 was launched at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2022. And, it became one of the concept cars that stole the most attention. While it’s unclear whether the Japanese automaker actually intends to build a production version and race with Toyota’s Gazoo Racing division, there’s no denying that the GR GT3 Concept looks very different from the other GT3 race cars that Toyota has built before. The front of the Toyota GR GT3 Concept has a large grille and a prominent splitter to aid aerodynamics. This car also has a set of split headlights. The length of the…

BMW has finally officially released the iX electric SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) family and will begin distribution this year for the European and US markets next year. Orders for the BMW iX electric SUV can be made from June 2021 in two available variants, namely xDrive40 and xDrive50. The new BMW iX family is also claimed to have more performance than the i3 and a futuristic design like the i8. The presence of the two is part of BMW’s plan to present 25 models of battery-powered electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids and mild hybrids until 2023. The BMW iX is…