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BMW announces the Superbrains computer system for its Neue Klasse models

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BMW announced its new electronic system with four high-performance Superbrains computers that will power all upcoming vehicles on the Neue Klasse platform, regardless of the powertrain. BMW says the new system is more powerful and efficient, and will have a sense of continuity, meaning all vehicles running on the Superbrains system will receive updates and features from future platforms succeeding… Read more…

Jaguar Type 00 takes to Parisian streets

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Jaguar jumped into the deep end of the controversy pool with its latest creation. The company just revealed its Type 00 Concept in Paris in a striking new “French Ultramarine” blue color. This public appearance, complete with actor Barry Keoghan, generated a lot of excitement for the brand’s electric vision. At the same time, Jaguar’s leaders shared crucial details about… Read more…

Farasis unveils EV battery that charges as quick as fueling

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Chinese company Farasis Energy has revealed new battery technology that promises to cut charging times dramatically. This development means drivers concerned about the time it takes to recharge their EVs will have one fewer thing to worry about. Farasis announced its new technology features both lithium iron phosphate (LFP) and lithium ternary battery systems (NMC), each designed for ultra-fast charging.… Read more…

Nissan tests autonomous driving tech in urban Japan

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Nissan is celebrating its latest advancements in self-driving technology, after putting a modified Serena minivan through its paces in the bustling Minato Mirai district, Japan. What sets this test apart is the complete absence of a human driver within the vehicle, marking the first time in Japan that a car has navigated such a complex urban environment completely autonomously. It… Read more…

Xiaomi SU7 Ultra first encounter

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Xiaomi took the SU7 Ultra to the Mobile World Congress and displayed the beast of an EV for everyone to see. This is our first of hopefully many more encounters with the SU7 Ultra. The SU7 Ultra is the top-of-the-line variant of the SU7 and it’s drastically different, even in terms of body panels. The body is much more aerodynamic… Read more…

Tesla’s revamped Model Y sees strong early interest in China with 200,000 units ordered

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It looks like Tesla’s new Model Y is getting some serious traction in China. According to local reports, the new model attracted 200,000 pre-orders since its January 10th debut. A portion of these orders are refundable, but the sheer volume suggests significant consumer interest in the updated electric SUV. These numbers are good news for Tesla’s investors waiting to see… Read more…

Volvo EX60 teased during the ES90 launch

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Volvo surprised viewers during its ES90 sedan presentation with a brief glimpse of its upcoming EX60 electric SUV. This new compact crossover, the electric sibling to the popular XC60, is set to launch next year and is already attracting a lot of attention among electric car enthusiasts. The brief teaser, hidden in the ES90 reveal video, revealed a few key… Read more…

Mercedes now testing its turquoise lights showing when a car is self-driving in Germany

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Mercedes today announced that it’s received approval in Germany to test special lights that let everyone around know when a car is self-driving. Turquoise is the color of automated driving, according to the brand. These lights have previously been in testing in the US in Nevada and California, since the end of 2023, and Germany is now the first European… Read more…

Volkswagen unveils its most affordable EV yet – ID.Every1

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Volkswagen has pulled the curtain back on the ID.Every1 concept, a preview of its upcoming entry-level EV. It’s about time the automaker recognized the need for more affordable electric cars to boost widespread adoption and fix its ailing business. Aiming to fill the gap in the lower price range, Volkswagen plans to introduce the ID.2 and ID.1, with the ID.Every1… Read more…