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The SUV carries forward the upright and boxy design language of the Land Cruiser family. According to reports, Toyota has filed a trademark for the name ‘Land Cruiser FJ’ in its home market of Japan. Toyota recently teased a ...

2024 Suzuki GSX-S1000GX globally unveiled

Pricing of the new Suzuki adv-tourer will be announced at the time of launch. Suzuki has introduced the all-new GSX-S1000GX motorcycle. The new offering is said to combine the sporty character of the GSX-S1000 with adventure-touring capabilities. The 2024 ...

Tesla upcoming entry-level EV to be built in Germany

Tesla will also adopt a new production process, which will help reduce construction cost per vehicle by around $1000. According to media reports, Elon Musk, during a recent visit to Tesla’s facility in Germany, confirmed that the brand’s much-awaited ...

Next-gen Jeep Wrangler to electric-only; To debut in 2028

Reports also mention about the next-gen iterations of the Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer. According to media reports, the next-generation iteration of the Jeep Wrangler could be offered exclusively with an electric powertrain. Reports state that the current-gen Wrangler ...

Audi TT sports car bids goodbye with final edition roadster

The Audi TT Final Edition Roadster remains unchanged mechanically. Audi has confirmed that its TT sports car will finally bid goodbye at the end of this year. Ahead of its discontinuation, the German carmaker has introduced a special-edition iteration ...

Google tries to generate a summary about cars using AI; fails miserably

AI calls the 8-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox on the Corvette “automatic with 8 gears”. According to a media report, tech giant Google is looking at using Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to write short summaries on various topics, including cars. ...

Honda unveils its first-ever electric bicycle concept

Honda’s aim with the e-MTB concept is to combine motorcycle and bicycle experience in a single product. Honda could soon be entering the electric bicycle segment, after unveiling the e-MTB concept at the recently concluded Japan Mobility Show. The ...

Manual transmissions losing popularity globally, says study

Almost 30% of new car sales in markets like Latin America and/or South Africa feature a manual gearbox. According to reports, manual transmission is becoming a rarity in many markets around the world. As per data from JATO Dynamics, ...

Focus on range, resulted in 'Jelly Bean' EVs, says Nissan design boss

The design boss though did mention that he expects the design language to change soon. Alfonso Albaisa, Senior VP of Global Design, Nissan, stated in an interview, as to why there are so many ugly EVs and how the ...

GM developing wheels made of two different materials

The hybrid wheels could offer better impact resistance, durability and also ease repairs. According to media reports, General Motors is said to have filed a patent application for a new type of wheel made using two different materials. Traditionally, ...

Toyota lowers EV sales expectation by 39%, even as profit soars

Toyota & Lexus are expected to manufacture a record 10.1 million vehicles this fiscal year. According to reports, Toyota Motor Corp has stated that it will be lowering the sales expectations of its EVs for this fiscal year. The ...

Tesla to introduce 'congestion fee' to charge EV to 100%

The new fee would be alongside the already instated ‘Supercharger Idle fee’, which applies when a car is parked even after it’s done charging. According to a media report, Tesla is planning to introduce a ‘congestion fee’ at its ...

UK: JLR accused of fixing customer cars with used parts

The parts supply issues originate at JLR’s Mercia Park facility in the Midlands, UK. A Range Rover Evoque owner has reportedly accused Jaguar Land Rover of fixing her SUV with used parts. According to reports, the carmaker has a ...

2024 Skoda Superb globally unveiled

Powering the new Skoda Superb is a range of petrol, diesel and hybrid options. Skoda has taken the wraps off the latest version of its flagship sedan, the Superb. The new-generation Skoda Superb comes with a host of updates ...

Toyota shifts FCEV focus from PVs to commercial vehicles

The auto giant is also looking at non-automotive applications for the new-gen cells like the construction and medical industries. During the Tokyo Motor Show, Hiroki Nakajima, Technical Chief, Toyota Motors, confirmed that the automaker will change its approach with ...

Tesla owner makes custom easy-to-install physical button panels

The video shows how easily the panel can be installed with just two screws and a plug. A video on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), has been doing the rounds, which shows a custom-made panel with physical buttons ...

Kia EV6 facelift spied ahead of global unveil next year

The EV6 facelift will join the range of the already launched EV9, as well as the upcoming EV5. Kia launched the EV6 electric crossover globally less than three years ago. However, the company is already said to be working ...

Tesla cars top the list of the least stolen vehicles in the USA

As per the study, the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y are top two least stolen vehicles in the USA. According to media reports, Tesla cars have topped the list as the least stolen vehicles in the USA. Tesla’s ...

Google updates Maps with AI-powered features

EV owners can also check charging station information, such as car compatibility and when the charger was last used. Google has announced the addition of a number of new immersive features on its Google Maps app, expected to be ...

Ducati unveils world's most powerful single-cylinder engine

Ducati states that 70% of the torque is available from 3,000 rpm, and the engine redlines at 10,500 rpm. Italian superbike brand Ducati has just unveiled what is said to be the world’s most powerful single-cylinder engine. Called the ...

Toyota debuts yoke steering with controls for accelerator & brakes

NEOSteer will allow people with lower limb impairment to drive their Toyota cars. According to media reports, Toyota could soon replace the traditional round steering wheel with what it calls ‘NEOSteer’. NEOSteer from Toyota was showcased by the brand ...

Tesla Cybertruck spotted off-roading for the first time

The suspension of the Cybertrucks in the video also seems to be in their highest setting, suggesting an “off-road” mode. Tesla has been developing and testing its first all-electric pick-up, the Cybertruck for quite a while now. Now, ahead ...

EV demand weaker than initially expected, admit industry execs

Honda recently scrapped its plans to co-develop a sub $30,000 EV with GM. According to media reports, several C-suite leaders of large carmakers voiced fresh concerns about the growth of the electric vehicle market. The auto industry executives were ...

Lucid Air Sapphire sets a quarter-mile time of 8.9 seconds

The EV is powered by three electric motors churning out a combined power output of 1,234 BHP. Lucid Air Sapphire, a comfortable 5-seater electric family sedan recently set a staggering quarter-mile time of 8.989 seconds on a prepared drag ...

USA: Colorado to charge extra fee for owners of large trucks & SUVs

The addition of the extra fee on large vehicles is expected to generate close to $20 million per year. According to reports, the state of Colorado, USA is proposing to introduce a new bill which could make owners of ...

Nissan Hyper Force EV supercar concept with 1300 BHP unveiled

The next-gen GT-R is said to be earmarked for production in 2028 or 2029. Nissan showcased its latest “Hyper” concept at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show in the form of the Hyper Force. The new Nissan Hyper Force concept ...

New test developed to certify battery health of used EVs

EV batteries can degrade quickly if rapidly charged too often, charging even when the battery is nearly full or leaving it plugged in for long periods. Altelium, a UK-based startup, has come up with a test and certificate to ...

Jeep Cherokee officially discontinued after 49 years of production

Jeep though will continue to sell the SUV’s larger sibling, the Grand Cherokee. According to a media report, Jeep has confirmed that the Cherokee has officially been discontinued. The SUV is one of the brand’s most popular models and ...

VW Passat owner improved FE by 6 km/l via simple aero mods

The YouTuber reverted the car to its stock condition, before selling it off – making it a fun project. According to a media report, YouTuber B Sport, managed to increase his 2006 VW Passat’s fuel efficiency by an impressive ...

Japan: City implements EV wireless charging pilot program

Reports suggest that a 10-second roll over the coils adds 1 km of range to the EVs. According to a media report, a city near Tokyo, Japan, is said to be testing wireless charging technology for electric vehicles. As ...

USA: Mercedes EQS not as aspirational to own as S-Class, say dealers

Mercedes dealers, on average, take 82 days to sell the brand’s EQ models. According to media reports, Mercedes-Benz dealers have the hardest time selling electric vehicles, compared to the brand’s competition. As per data, Mercedes dealers, on average, take 82 ...

Europe: Green NCAP unveils new Life Cycle Assessment award

Studies by Green NCAP have shown that lighter vehicles with smaller batteries have an advantage, with lesser harm to the environment. According to reports, Green NCAP has unveiled the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) award in Europe, which is dedicated ...

Royal Enfield launches India-made Super Meteor 650 in USA

Mechanically, the Super Meteor 650 will be identical to its Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 siblings. Royal Enfield has launched the Super Meteor 650 in the North American & Canadian markets. Prices for the motorcycle in the two ...

Docu-series on Brawn GP to debut on Nov 15; hosted by Keanu Reeves

Keanu Reeves is said to have interviewed multiple personalities linked to F1 around the 2009 season. As per reports, a new documentary series detailing the story of the Brawn GP Formula1 team and their 2009 World Championship win is ...

Study: Half of EV owners go back to ICE cars, except Tesla owners

The main reason EV owners give for switching back to ICE cars is pricing, infrastructure and range anxiety. As per a new study conducted by S&P Global Mobility, with the exception of Tesla owners, half of all other EV ...

Mercedes-Benz achieves new global sales record for EVs in Q3-2023

Globally, Mercedes-Benz is said to have sold 1,74,000 units over the course of this year. According to a media report, Mercedes-Benz registered 5,10,600 units of sales globally in the third quarter of 2023, which translates to an almost 4% ...

Honda Motorcycles working on new e-clutch tech

Honda also offers a patented DCT gearbox on its flagship ADV & Tourer models. Honda Motorcycles has announced that they are developing a new E-clutch system, which could be introduced on a number of its two-wheeler models in the ...

USA: Average price of a new EV falls by $15,000 in one year

The ATP of Tesla EVs has gone down by 24.7% over the last 12 months. According to a new report, the average transaction price (ATP) of a new electric vehicle in the USA has gone down by 22 per ...

Phone tracking could be used by cops to fine distracted drivers

Distracted-driver-related crashes are said to account for 9% of all fatal motor vehicle collisions in the United States. According to a study by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS), authorities can use telematics technologies in conjunction with roadside ...

Porsche 911 & 718 to continue offering manual gearbox, says boss

Porsche though isn’t the only carmaker to offer stick shift, brands like Toyota, Honda and BMW are also offering manual transmissions During a recent interview, Frank Moser, Porsche 911 & 718 boss, confirmed that the carmaker is planning to ...

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