Author: Andy Williams

The powertrain from the Hyundai Ioniq uses a permanent magnet electric motor, which is claimed to have a high efficiency value. The dynamo boost provides a power of 100 kW (134 hp). The motor develops a maximum torque of 295 Nm which is distributed to the front wheels. To accelerate from 0-100 km / h recorded in 9.9 seconds. All energy is supplied by a 38.3 kWh lithium ion battery. While the Nissan Leaf carries an electric motor with an AC3 Synchronous system. Maximum output 110 kW (148 hp) from 3,283 – 9,795 rpm. While the torque is achieved by…

The GV60 is Genesis’ first electric car built on the Global-Electric Modular Platform (E-GMP). This electric SUV platform is the same as that used in the electric cars Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6. The Genesis GV60 luxury car has an 800V electric architecture that enables 350 kW ultra-fast charging. The power pack can be used for single motor or dual motor with various battery sizes. The single electric motor with rear-wheel drive is estimated to produce 167 hp or 214 hp. Meanwhile, the dual motor option with four-wheel drive will produce 301 hp of power. It is estimated that…

Ferrari launched its newest model this year, which is an open-top variant of their youngest model. Referred to as the new rear-engine Berlinetta, comes the Ferrari 296 GTS, which returns the GTS nomenclature to the mid-engine model. This variant was born following the 296 GTB which was present as a V6 turbo engine supercar with plug-in hybrid technology. The 296 GTS engine relies on the latest unit from the Ferrari family, namely a 2.9-liter turbo V6 that has 654 hp of power, and an electric motor with a power of 165 hp. As a result, the total power that…

Tesla is preparing for the production of Robotaxi without steering wheels or pedals which is planned to be launched in 2024. Tesla’s plan is considered ambitious considering that there are no regulations that regulate this, at least in the United States. Tesla CEO Elon Musk said that this vehicle will have no physical control for the driver. Meaning its rollout hinges on the company getting the job done on full self-driving within the next two years. “Robotaxi will be a very powerful product. Vehicles will be highly optimized to be autonomous,” said Elon Musk Musk said the robotaxi would have…

To achieve the target of producing millions of electric vehicles by 2030, Honda will develop three new dedicated platforms for electric vehicles. One of these platforms will be co-developed with General Motors. Honda’s Global Electrification Head Shinji Aoyama said that Honda will introduce mini electric commercial vehicles in Japan in 2024. The mini electric commercial vehicles are built on a new vehicle platform. After that it will launch a full-size electric model in North America in 2026 using a new, larger platform. The third platform, described as “medium size”, will be built with General Motors from 2027. The announcement of…

The announcement of Tesla’s Q1 2022 earnings provides many new perspectives from the financial, manufacturing and new product perspectives. One of them is Elon Musk confirming that the robotaxi will go into production in 2024. There’s also something interesting about why Tesla avoids adopting an 800-volt architecture for the vehicles they produce. As it turns out, Tesla is considering using the 800 volt architecture on the Cybertruck and Semi. The question then becomes why not all the vehicles that Tesla produces because the Porsche Taycan, Audi e-tron GT, Kia EV6, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and others use the 800 volt architecture.…

One of the outstanding features of the new Lexus RZ is the steer-by-wire electric steering system. The Lexus RZ is the first Lexus electric car to adopt the electric steering system as an alternative to traditional steering. For information, the steer-by-wire system eliminates the mechanical connection between the steering wheel in the interior and the front wheels. Instead of using a traditional steering column, the steer-by-wire system uses motors and actuators that are connected to each other via electrical signals. When the steering wheel is turned, signals from the steering side are transmitted to the motor that operates the front…

The Indi EV at the New York Auto Show said that the Indi One can be ordered now, and production will begin in mid-2023. The Indi One EV will be offered in Europe at a later date although these details have not been revealed. Production in mid-2023 is aimed at the US market. The only thing that is not clear is where Indi EV will produce the Indi One. Indi EV collaborates with many partners in the development of Indi One. According to Autocar, the seats are from Faurecia while the air suspension and chassis work with Tata. Indi One…

Ducati has shared the latest images of the first electric prototype engine that will be supplied as the official MotoE World Cup racing engine starting in 2023. This Ducati electric motorcycle is claimed to have the speed of a MotoGP bike. Ducati has been actively developing an all-new electric engine since it was announced as the main supplier of MotoE from 2023 to replace the Energica Ego that has been in use since 2019. Last December, Ducati finally revealed more detailed videos and photos of the MotoE engine codenamed V21L – undergoing a test session at the Vallelunga Circuit, Italy.…

The electric car of the future is being demonstrated by Mercedes-Benz. The Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX conducted direct testing in mainland Europe to determine the actual mileage and efficiency. The path used to start at Sindelfingen and finish at Cassis on the Côte d’Azur covers more than 1,000 km, the scenario in daily traffic for a single battery charge. The test was carried out during rainy and cold conditions at the usual speed on the highway, including speeding at 140 kph on German highways to approach the speed limit area. It is believed that the trip still leaves 15% of the…

The Audi Q5 e-tron is offered in three variant levels: 35, 40 and 50. The vehicle has an attractive appearance and a luxurious cabin with various advanced features. The SUV is powered by an electric engine and promises a range of up to 560 km on a single charge. The Q5 e-tron is the second Audi model developed by the joint company, Volkswagen-Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (VW-SAIC). The car relies on the MEB platform from the Volkswagen Group and will initially be available in China. If proven successful, it is likely that the model will visit the international market. The…

Czech automaker SKODA has unveiled the ENYAQ COUPE RS iV SUV. This car will go on sale later this year. As for what is interesting, this four-wheeled vehicle has a stunning appearance and an upscale cabin that is loaded with the latest technological features. The car is powered by an electric powertrain and promises a range of up to 545 km on a single charge. The ENYAQ COUPE RS iV is SKODA’s first RS car without a combustion engine and also the most powerful production model of the brand. This four-wheeled vehicle will attract many buyers in the global market…