Ford and startup electric vehicle maker Rivian have announced a new US$500 million partnership, which will spawn all-new Ford electric vehicles. Detroit-based Rivian, which is fast-becoming one of the trendiest electric vehicle makers, announced the news today. It confirms the $500 million equity investment from Ford will see the two […]
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2019 Tesla Model S, Model X updates; longer range, quicker 0-100km/h
Tesla has announced some updates for its Model S and Model X fully electric vehicles, with an all-new powertrain system helping to increase their official driving ranges and improve acceleration. The company says the updated models feature the latest generation drive unit technology, with an optimised permanent magnet synchronous reluctance […]
Zero Labs creates electric 1966-67 Ford Bronco project (video)
A company in the US called Zero Labs Automotive has created a very unique restomod project based on the original 1966-67 Ford Bronco. It features more than a few very surprising and interesting modern twists. So, firstly, power doesn’t come from some thirsty old V8. Instead, Zero Labs Automotive has […]
2019 World Car of the Year awards announced: Jaguar I-PACE wins
Following a long marking process, the Jaguar I-PACE has been given the overall 2019 World Car of the Year award. The stunning new electric crossover fended off some very tough competitors for the award this year. Eleven vehicles were shortlisted to run for the overall World Car of the Year […]
MG eZS fully electric SUV confirmed for Australia, arrives 2020
Recently revived British car brand and now Chinese-owned carmaker, MG Motor, has confirmed it is planning to introduce an all-electric SUV in Australia in 2020. It’s called the MG eZS. Based on the existing ZS small SUV, the eZS has just made its debut at the Auto Shanghai 2019 event […]
Lotus Type 130 previewed, first all-electric hypercar
Lotus is planning to introduce an all-new, all-electric hypercar later this year, called the Type 130. It’ll come in as the first full electric hypercar from a British carmaker, the company aims. A teaser images has been handed out showing a typical low-profile silhouette. It’s difficult to make out the […]
Aston Martin Rapide E fully electric grand tourer debuts
Aston Martin has used the Auto Shanghai 2019 event to unveil its all-new, production-ready Rapide E. This is Aston Martin’s first fully electric series-production car. Obviously it is based on the Rapide, however, almost everything under the skin is bespoke for the electric version. There are some clues built into […]
Bentley considering larger SUV than Bentayga – report
Bentley is considering an even larger SUV than the mammoth Bentayga, a report has revealed. It could be part of a new business plan that will be finalised in the middle of this year. According to an Autocar report, the plan is set to turn away from high-end sports cars […]