Nov 20, 2019 - 12:28 pm VW introduces the ID. Space Vizzion
VW has just presented the seventh concept in the ID. family, the ID. Space Vizzion, on the eve of the Los Angeles Auto Show. During the presentation, Volkswagen also provided further details on the planned market launch for the ensuing series model.
Weiterlesen Nov 20, 2019 - 06:34 am Audi shows the e-tron Sportback in Los Angeles
Audi is expanding its e-tron family with a second body shape. With the e-tron Sportback, the German VW subsidiary is introducing a fully electric SUV coupé that can even (theoretically) drive a little further than the well-known e-tron 55 Quattro.
Weiterlesen Nov 11, 2019 - 12:51 pm Hyundai announces EV offensive in the USA
Hyundai Motor America plans to expand its range of electric and hybrid models from the current five to 13 by 2022. According to the Korean manufacturer’s American offshoot, the range will consist of six sedans and seven SUVs.
Weiterlesen Nov 8, 2019 - 12:27 pm VW announces the ID. Space Vizzion
VW has released the first renderings of the ID. Space Vizzion and will officially present the concept on November 19 ahead of the Los Angeles Auto Show. The battery-electric station wagon is to be presented as a production vehicle at the end of 2021. Also, VW has started pre-production at its new plant in China, […]
Weiterlesen Sep 19, 2019 - 04:45 pm FAW-VW make preparations to produce e-tron in China
Starting next year, the Audi e-tron will be produced for the Chinese market by the FAW-Volkswagen joint venture at the Changchun plant. Between 45,000 and 50,000 units per year are planned. Another Audi electric model to be produced in China is the e-tron Sportback.
Weiterlesen Dec 5, 2018 - 11:28 pm Audi to release fully-electric compact model
Audi is planning a fully electric compact model based on the A3 format. Like the VW ID the new Audi EV will utilise the MEB platform and you can expect to see a first study “in the coming months”. As is widely known, Audi intends to launch 20 electrified models by 2025.
Weiterlesen Nov 29, 2018 - 06:40 pm BMW could force PHEVs to go electric in cities
BMW could force their plug-in hybrids to go fully electric in heavily polluted inner cities, according to development chief Klaus Fröhlich. The GPS could then turn off the combustion engine, providing only clean electric propulsion.
Weiterlesen Nov 29, 2018 - 04:14 pm Kia reveals new e-Soul in Los Angeles
Kia has presented the newest generation of the Soul at the LA Auto Show, which will be available in Europe starting in the first half of 2019 exclusively in the BEV version named the e-Soul. Prices and range have not been released yet.
Weiterlesen Nov 28, 2018 - 10:57 pm World debut: Audi presents the e-tron GT in LA
“Audi e-tron, the third” sounds a little like grandiose marketing yet is actually quite an avid description for the latest addition to Audi’s range of electric cars, the e-tron GT. The dedicated concept EV debuted in LA and is slated for production in around two years.
Weiterlesen Nov 28, 2018 - 03:24 pm Rivian follows through in LA with powerful eSUV
After revealing its electric pickup R1T yesterday, U.S. startup Rivian raises the game with its fully electric SUV R1S, which will be offered as a 5 and 7-seater. Prices start at 72,500 U.S. dollars (before subsidies), and the EV will be available by late 2020.
Weiterlesen Nov 28, 2018 - 02:02 pm Toyota presents 2019 Prius featuring new AWD-e
Toyota updated their long-running hybrid and the 2019 Prius range does look fresher but more importantly has a new all-wheel drive. The Japanese carmaker reckons it could prove a bestseller in more adverse climates and the system uses an electric motor to power the rear-wheels independently.
Weiterlesen Nov 15, 2018 - 02:36 pm Kia to debut new Soul EV in LA
Kia has confirmed they will present the new Soul EV at the end of the month at the LA Auto Show and has released a teaser image. The new version of the Kia Soul will only be available as a battery electric vehicle in Europe.
Weiterlesen Dec 5, 2017 - 12:18 pm Hybrid super car unveiled by U.S.-based Aria group
The Californian company group Aria has impressed the audience of the LA Auto Show by unveiling its 1,150 hp super sports car called Aria FXE. Each client can get an individual version of the car – well, for an appropriate price of course.
Weiterlesen Dec 4, 2017 - 09:56 am Sondors’ three-wheeled EV for 10,000 dollars (Video)
In the spotlights of the L.A. Auto Show, Sondors has unveiled the prototype of a three-wheeled electric vehicle called Model Sondors. The company’s aim is to offer it with different battery options and to a very affordable price.
Weiterlesen Nov 30, 2017 - 01:43 pm Hybrid SUV Lexus RX comes with seven seats
Lexus has revealed a seven-seater version of its RX model at the L.A. Motor Show. The RX 450hL is a large SUV that will be launched in the U.S. also as PHEV model. The latter couples a 3.5 litre engine with two electric motors.
Weiterlesen Nov 30, 2017 - 11:16 am Chris Bangle’s Redspace to capture Chinese mega cities
Former BMW chief designer Chris Bangle has presented an electric-powered mini car for the Chinese market. The 2.97m long – or rather short – EV is currently on display at the L.A. Auto Show and shall be produced by Chinese manufacturer CHTC later on.
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