[ad_1] The machine will be quick enough to reach an 80 percent charge in 30 minutes on sufficiently fast (roughly 150kW) chargers. It’ll be technically savvy beyond the powerplant. TOGG is boasting of a “Slow Traffic Pilot” that will offer Level 2 semi-autonomous driving, with a platform that could upgrade to Level 3 autonomy “and […]
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Mercedes EQA teaser reveals an electric counterpart to the GLA
[ad_1] Mercedes has posted a teaser for the production EQA, and it doesn’t appear share much of anything in common with the 2018 concept EV. The near-finished vehicle is now positioned as an “electric brother” of the 2021 GLA crossover, complete with a virtually identical side profile. Mercedes hasn’t said much more, but it is […]
Lexus unveils its first production EV, but it’s not for the US
[ad_1] There aren’t many telltale clues that this is an EV. You’ll find aerodynamic wheels and a smooth underbody cover, but those are the most conspicuous visual changes. You may be more likely to recognize it when its artificial sound comes whizzing past. You can also expect better bracing and tuned shock absorbers. The main […]
Ford confirms its EV crossover will be named the Mustang Mach-E
[ad_1] We know that the Mach-E will have a 370-mile range and support fast-charging. Ford has bragged about its acceleration, handling and all-weather ability. The company is clearly hoping this will appeal to both EV enthusiasts and diehard Mustang fans. The fact that this will exist under the Mustang name speaks to the confidence Ford […]
Nissan’s bold Ariya EV concept may soon go into production
[ad_1] Much like the IMk “Kei” car, the Ariya has an illuminated “shield” (not a grill) that’s equipped with radar and other ProPilot 2.0 sensors. That new driver assistance system will even allow for “hands-off” driving in certain situations, Nissan said. Under the hood (and trunk) there are dual electric front and rear motors with […]
Mazda’s first electric car opens up thanks to ‘Freestyle’ doors
[ad_1] Driving dynamics are a key feature in any Mazda and the MX-30 is no different, with “Electric G-Vectoring Control Plus” torque vectoring control that helps the car load its weight on the front going into a corner, then back to the rear as it exits. Its single electric motor is mounted up front along […]
Porsche’s Macan EV will fully replace its gas counterpart in a few years
[ad_1] The company’s SUV director Julian Baumann, meanwhile, offered some clues as to the electric Macan’s design. It’ll be based on an evolution of the Taycan’s platform and should be considerably more aerodynamic than its gas version, in part thanks to a lower nose (it doesn’t need a bulky engine, after all). It’ll still maintain […]
Ford will reportedly make two more electric SUVs by 2023
[ad_1] The EVs were originally slated to be produced in Mexico, according to the tipsters, but it’s not clear why production would shift to Flat Rock beyond its recent $850 million investment. The timing suggests this isn’t the Mustang-like SUV — that’s due to appear much sooner, in 2020. Ford declined to comment, citing a […]
Chevy tests a crossover utility version of its Bolt EV
[ad_1] Chevy has talked about producing more electric crossovers besides the Bolt EV, and it now appears much closer to fulfilling that goal. Our sister site Autoblog has obtained photos and video of Chevy testing a more utility-focused crossover, rumored to be named the Bolt EUV, on public streets. It’s heavily disguised, to put it […]
2020 Ford Escape debuts with a complete redesign and a PHEV variant
[ad_1] Ford left no stone unturned in redesigning the new Escape. It rides on the company’s new global platform that debuted on the redesigned Euro 2019 Ford Focus (one of those cars we’ll no longer get). This will be the first vehicle sold stateside using the new underpinnings. It sheds more than 200 pounds of […]