[ad_1] As the brand’s first four-seater, the Gemera marks the start of a new era for Koenigsegg. While others, even many of the world’s top performance names, are making high-utility crossovers and SUVs, Koenigsegg has chosen to add function while maintaining the coolness factor of a coupe. A real coupe. Who cares if you have […]
Category: geneva motor show 2020
Mercedes’ new E-Class knows when you’re holding the wheel
[ad_1] The new system is much more direct, and should be a bit harder (though not impossible) to fool. That will help ensure drivers keep their hands on the steering wheel when using E-class features like active steering assist, active brake assist and adaptive cruise control. Mercedes isn’t the first to use capacitive steering wheel […]
Goodyear’s smart tire concept ‘prints’ its own treads
[ad_1] The Geneva Auto Show has been canceled, but that hasn’t stopped many of the companies due to present there from scheduling online alternatives to conventional press conferences. Today, Goodyear introduced its latest “stretch concept” tire, the ReCharge, which theoretically never needs replacing or even rotating because it can replace worn treads from the inside. […]
Volkswagen confirms that its first crossover EV will be the ID.4
[ad_1] Volkswagen said that the ID.4 will be particularly slippery to better augment its range. “The outstanding aerodynamics reduce the drag coefficient, and it will boost the ID.4’s range to up to 500 kilometers (310 miles), depending on the drive package,” said Volkswagen brand CEO Ralf Brandstätter. That low drag is probably helped a lot […]
Hyundai’s slippery Prophecy concept EV is controlled by joysticks
[ad_1] The wheels are pushed well to the corners to maximize space in the interior, which has plenty of the tech you’d expect in a concept EV. Joysticks are used to control it in place of a steering wheel and have buttons that let the driver access various functions. It’s also got a pillar-to-pillar display […]
Pininfarina debuts ultra-rare $2.9 million version of its electric hypercar
[ad_1] Like many super-rare cars, Pininfarina is also playing up the craftsmanship and cosmetics. The Anniversario will be hand-built in Cambiano with a new Grigio Antonelliano color option, unique leather and Alcantara seats and loads of engraving and labels to remind everyone that you bought a special edition. There’s just one problem: you probably won’t […]
Renault’s ‘transformer’ EV concept can stretch to take on extra batteries
[ad_1] When in Travel mode, the body lengthens by 20 cm (8 inches) to accommodate the extra battery and make the cabin more comfortable for a long voyage. It does that via the “active bodywork,” consisting of fighter-plane like side flaps that can move to allow the chassis to slide from one mode to another. […]
Volkswagen’s 2021 GTI adds a hybrid powertrain and tech-filled interior
[ad_1] The bad news, as Autoblog notes, is that a plug-in hybrid GTE version (and diesel-powered GTD edition) will only be available in Europe. Specs reveal the GTE pairs a 150hp 1.4-liter turbocharged engine with an 85Kw electric motor and lithium-ion battery. Operating together, they’re rated for the same 245HP as the gas GTI and […]