Author: James Bryant

Cars are getting more sophisticated and different from before. If in the past the development of cars was centered on the engine and its toughness, now almost all aspects are developed, starting from ambient lights, HUD technology, infotainment centers, to car seats. Perhaps this is why Mercedes-Benz partnered with an unlikely partner to develop a new system that makes their product more sophisticated than ever. Recently, Mercedes-Benz reported that they have officially partnered with Unity Technologies to present a new Operating System (OS) that can support games such as Pokemon Go, Final Fantasy IX, and various augmented reality technologies. Scheduled…

Last month Audi officially revealed a new SUV called the Q6, which will be limited to the Chinese market only. But according to reports from German media, it is possible that Audi is working on a new SUV that is ready to be sold for the Global market. The report claims that Audi had to re-schedule the release of its newest car due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and a global shortage of microchips. Despite the many global conflicts that occurred, Audi is still trying to get its new car, moreover they also have a schedule to end sales of…

Citing leaked documents, the Tesla Model Y with blade battery from BYD has received approval from the European Union, teslamag.de says. According to the teslamag.de report, approval was granted by the Dutch Vehicle Authority (RDW) on July 1, 2022. The report states that the new Model Y is called Type 005, which is internally referred to as the Tesla variant Y7CR. The Model Y in the document uses a BYD battery with a capacity of 55 kWh and an estimated range of 440 kilometers, which is somehow a step back, according to the report. Tesla only sells the Model Y…

Audi USA recently announced that the Audi S1 ​​e-tron Quattro Hoonitron, designed and built specifically for Ken Block, will be publicly displayed in the US for the first time at the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion in Laguna Seca, during the Monterey Car Week event. This EV was created as the newest addition to the “Gymkhana” series which will be called “Electrikhana”. Powered by a pair of electric motors driving all four wheels, and built on a carbon fiber chassis, the car is compliant with FIA safety standards. The “Hoonitron” design is inspired by one of the most legendary racing car…

The Lexus UX 300e appears with an elegant and edgy design and emphasizes smooth performance. In addition, the design also tends to be more sporty and dynamic. The cabin is also claimed to be the quietest in its class. This advantage has indeed been thought of by Toyota engineers, where they are trying to reduce the sound produced by the vehicle when running. This electric car is equipped with an Active Sound Control (ASC) feature that is able to transmit natural and ambient sounds to communicate driving conditions to the driver and passengers. The Lexus UX 300e is equipped with…

To support a new era of electrification and connectivity, Jaguar Land Rover is opening a facility to test the next generation of electric vehicles. This British multinational automotive company said in an announcement some time ago that the testing of this new test facility will be in Gaydon, England. Using the Electromagnetic Compatibility Laboratory (EMC), the company will ensure future electric vehicles meet quality standards for connectivity and electricity. EMC is critical to EV performance, as EMC is meant to ensure electrical systems function properly in their electromagnetic environment. https://twitter.com/jaguarlandrover/status/1554756178755915778 Jaguar Land Rover’s new vehicle laboratory has two anechoic chambers…

US electric vehicle subscription company Autonomy said it would buy 3,140 electric vehicles from Hyundai Motor Co., and its affiliate Kia Corp. The purchase is intended to strengthen the ranks of its fleet, as quoted from Yonhap, Thursday (11/8/2022). Autonomy on Tuesday (08/09/2022) placed an official order to receive 1,640 electric vehicles (EVs) from Hyundai and 1,500 electric vehicles from Kia in a combined deal worth $143 million, according to the US startup. The order is part of Autonomy’s $1.2 billion plan to buy 23,000 electric vehicles from 17 different automakers, to expand and diversify its fleet of subscriptions beyond…

BYD blade batteries supplied to Tesla have already started shipping to Giga Berlin, Germany, Sina Tech said today, citing multiple sources familiar with the matter. This delivery makes Giga Berlin the first to use supply batteries from BYD. The first Tesla EVs with BYD blade batteries are expected to arrive as early as a month, from late August to early September, according to the report. Giga Berlin has been producing the best-selling Model Y in the market. This means that the BYD blade battery will be present in some of these SUV models. In June, a BYD executive said the…

The Meyers Manx, the iconic 1960s dune buggy, returns with an electric powertrain under the name Meyers Manx 2.0. The Meyers Manx 2.0 will debut at Monterey Car Week in California, retaining the unique style and character of its predecessor, without the internal combustion engine. The Meyers Manx was hugely popular in desert racing in the ’60s, although the company disbanded in 1971. Bruce Meyers, the founder, sold the company in 2020 before passing away in 2021, aged 94. The company is now owned by Trousdale Ventures, with Philip Sarofim, founder and CEO. Meyers Manx 2.0 is an updated and…

Russia’s state-owned car manufacturer Lada has announced the development and production of its first electric car since last June. This wagon-style electric car will be based on Renault’s first-generation Dacia Logan re-badged. Please note, Renault itself introduced the Dacia Logan in 2004 and marketed it as a replacement for 12 cars based in its home country. Offered as a sedan, wagon and pickup, the Logan was sold in the global market and was mostly given the Renault badge. Launching the Autoblog page today, Tuesday, August 9, 2022, Lada’s first electric car will be named the e-Largus. This car was developed…

Arrival is delaying development of electric buses and electric passenger vehicles to concentrate on launching their electric vans to generate revenue, an insider said in a Financial Times report. According to the report, the Company aims to start generating revenue from electric Vans before returning to the development of two other electric vehicles, buses and passenger cars. Production of the electric van is targeted to start in the fall. Like many start-ups, Arrival ran into financial difficulties due to challenging economic conditions where interest rates rose and the stock market faltered. The electric passenger car project has been suspended temporarily,…

Recognizing the increasing use of electric motorcycles by women, Gogoro, a motorcycle manufacturer from Taiwan, has finally released a new model developed specifically for women. This can not be separated from the percentage of use of electric motorcycles, where in Taiwan itself there is a significant increase from year to year. Based on data released by Motobuy, currently the percentage of electric motorcycle users is divided into 51.54 percent driven by women and the remaining 48.46 percent used by men. Seeing this data, it finally became the basis for Gogoro to launch an electric scooter specifically aimed at women. Gogoro…