Almost one in three new Volvo cars can be charged. 12:14 PM ET Volvo Cars USA announced that its car sales in the United States in July increased 57% from the same month last year to 10,785 vehicles. In the first seven months of this year, his sales were 70,535 units (up 23% year-on-year). Sales of Volvo’s plug-in electric cars Read More
Major brands like Ford, Hyundai, and Nissan are rolling out these new products for the 2024 model year. 12:00 PM ET With summer in full swing, more and more automakers are announcing new vehicles for the 2024 model year. Some are already on the market, while others are scheduled to hit dealers in the coming months. With that in mind, Read More
The classic station wagon is an endangered species in America. Its natural habitat is mainly taken over by tall SUVs. Only a handful of companies have enough support among wagon buyers to continue offering long-roof models. But they have to do it by dressing it up as a pseudo-SUV. The Mercedes E-Class is the latest example. In April… Source: Kelley Read More
Honda announced that it will release a hybrid version of its small car “Civic” in the 2025 model year. The company says the Civic Hybrid will be available in both sedan and hatchback body styles and will be powered by the larger Accord Hybrid powertrain. The hybrid model does not replace the gasoline model currently offered, but… Source: Car and Read More
SUVs may be one of the most popular new body styles, but that doesn’t mean they’re right for everyone. Some people don’t care about the looks or the driving experience. Therefore, sedans still occupy an important part of the market. Especially if you’re looking for something more sporty, it often has a lower ride height and less weight… Source: Autoblog
Car enthusiasts were energized and ready to hit the road Thursday night as they filed into the Orange County Auto Show’s opening ceremony at the Anaheim Convention Center. The event, which runs through Sunday, is held in conjunction with National Drive Electric Week and features hundreds of cars. New cars, trucks, crossovers, SUVs, exotics, and electric vehicles. It is owned Read More
Israeli battery developer StoreDot has signed a multi-year agreement with Volvo Cars for battery cell development. The cooperation, involving experts from both sides, is expected to produce improved XFC cells customized for Volvo Cars’ future electric vehicles. Among other things, XFC cells are said to excel in their extremely fast charging capabilities. In May 2022, StoreDot demonstrated that it charges Read More
From Car and Driver November 2023 issue. Our production manager, Juli Burke, asked us an interesting question. Her parents-in-law were considering a new SUV and were dissatisfied with the firmness of the cushions in her BMW and Mercedes, and wanted to know which car seats were the most comfortable. We have a lot of questions about buying a car, and Read More
The 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale is a latecomer to the crowded subcompact luxury SUV scene, but it is making a big entry. It has an attractive exterior design, handsome aluminum wheels, and proportions suitable for city driving. Even better, the Tonale can travel up to 52 miles on electricity thanks to its plug-in hybrid powertrain. Challenging the battle… Source: Kelley Read More
lucid motors The next test has started gravity suv US public roads. It will be revealed in November. Lucid claims the Gravity offers sports car driving dynamics and better electric range than any EV SUV currently on the market. A configurator and order book are expected to open later this year, with production expected to begin in 2024.