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Hyundai has released initial details of its updated Ioniq 5 EV for 2024, which gains an N Line trim variant in addition to increased battery capacity and EV range, along with design and equipment updates. […]
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BMW begins building Gen-5 EV battery assembly plant in Thailand – local BEV production to start 2H 2025
BMW has announced that it is readying a production site in Thailand to build fully electric vehicles, with local BEV production in the Kingdom scheduled to start in the second half of 2025. The automaker […]
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Proton X90 – Bangladesh CKD assembly by end-2024
Proton X90 in Malaysia The Proton X90 has been launched in Bangladesh last week, according to BNN, which reported that the SUV is set for local assembly in the country by the end of this […]
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Fisker, Nissan in advanced talks for EV pick-up truck, funding; to assemble Alaska in Nissan US plant
Nissan is in advanced-stage talks with Fisker for a deal that would provide the Japanese manufacturer access to the American EV maker’s pick-up truck, while offering the latter financial aid, and the deal could be […]
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World Car of the Year 2024 – BYD Seal, Kia EV9 and Volvo EX30 make up all-electric top 3 finalists
While one Car of the Year award has been decided, another is in the final stages of deciding its winner. The World Car of the Year has announced its top three finalists, and for the […]
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2024 Tesla Model Y – IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus rating
2024 Tesla Model Y Performance in Malaysia The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) of the United States has awarded the 2024 Tesla Model Y the Top Safety Pick Plus rating, through testing that has […]
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Renault Scenic E-Tech wins European Car of the Year 2024 – EV SUV beats G60 BMW 5 Series, BYD Seal
The European Car of the Year award, seen as the most prestigious of all COTYs, has been scooped by the Renault Scenic E-Tech this year. The electric crossover, reusing the name of Renault’s beloved segment-defining […]
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Honda CR-V e:FCEV debuts – hydrogen fuel cell SUV with plug-in charging; 600 km from H2, 60 km EV range
This is big news on the hydrogen fuel cell front, and not just because a very popular mainstream global model can now be had in FCEV form. The Honda CR-V e:FCEV – revealed yesterday at […]
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Toyota Industries resumes diesel model production in Japan; Thailand-built Hilux deliveries from March 4
Following the emergence of certification testing irregularities for diesel engines at Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO) which led to a probe, the Japanese transport ministry has announced that it will lift the suspension on shipment of […]
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Tesla Roadster production design to be unveiled end-2024, units to ship next year; sub-1 second 0-96 km/h
More news on the second-generation Tesla Roadster has emerged. While the sportiest of Teslas was announced in 2017, it has been beset by numerous delays, first earmarked for production in 2022 before being delayed again […]
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Apple cancels EV, to work on generative AI projects
The Apple Car project is no more, as the company has decided to pivot towards development of artificial intelligence (AI) projects, Bloomberg has reported. According to Bloomberg sources, Apple made the announcement internally, to the […]
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Volvo details exit from Polestar – will divest 62.7% of its shares to investors, maintain 18% stake
It’s never a good look when your own parent is looking to disown you to save your skin, but that’s exactly what’s happening to Polestar. The electric vehicle specialist will cease to receive funding from […]
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Renault 5 EV debuts – 150 PS/245 Nm single motor, up to 52 kWh NMC battery for up to 400 km range WLTP
After teasing and a prototype showing, the Renault 5 hatchback has now officially made its debut as a battery-electric vehicle. Called the Renault 5 E-Tech Electric, as known by its full name, the French hatchback […]
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2024 GWM Tank 700 Hi4-T launched in China – PHEV off-roader with 523 PS, 800 Nm; 100 km EV range
Following its debut at last year’s Auto Guangzhou show, the Tank 700 Hi4-T has now been officially launched in China by Great Wall Motor (GWM). The Tank 700 joins the rest of GWM’s off-road-focused SUVs […]
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Volkswagen Scirocco to return as EV based on next Porsche Boxster, Cayman; possible launch in 2028
2014 Volkswagen Scirocco facelift, third-generation Volkswagen is studying design, engineering and manufacturing proposals received internally for the return of the Scirocco as an electric coupé that will share underpinnings with the future Porsche Boxster and […]