Production of the Polestar 2 has commenced at Geely’s existing Volvo factory in Luqiao, China. Deliveries will first flow into Europe, followed by China and North America. The Polestar 2 is, as the name suggests, the premium Volvo-operated sub-brand’s second model following the Polestar 1. It hits the market as […]
Electric
Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo confirmed for “late 2020”
In reporting its 2019 financial results last night Porsche has confirmed some new products in the pipeline as part of an investment program worth around 10 billion euros in the areas of hybridisation and electrification, to be expressed by 2024. As we reported earlier in the year, Porsche posted 280,800 […]
2020 Hyundai Kona Electric update bringing increased range
Thanks to some mechanical tweaks the 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric will offer a longer full-charge driving range to help soothe any range anxiety that potential buyers might have. The update is being applied in Europe but could roll out to other markets soon. It’s understood Hyundai has made some changes […]
BMW confirms fully electric option for next-gen 7 Series
BMW has confirmed the next-gen 7 Series will be offered with a fully electric powertrain option, along with petrol, diesel, and plug-in hybrid. The electric option, which will be a first for the flagship model, is set to be the most powerful of the lot. The company is calling it […]
APEX AP-0 revealed as new 485kW electric supercar
A new supercar is hitting the scene called the APEX AP-0. It’s a fully electric, ultra lightweight, low-slung machine that promises to embrace the connection between driver and machine. Power comes from a 90kWh battery system which is mounted low down, within the floor, to help keep the centre of […]
Kia e-Niro spotted in Australia, undergoing local testing
A Kia e-Niro fully electric SUV has been spotted in Australia, likely undergoing local testing ahead of its expected market introduction next year. We spotted this example cruising along in Sydney today. As far as we know, it could be one of only a few in the country. According to […]
First Audi e-tron EVs land in Australia, official launch 3rd quarter
The first examples of the Audi e-tron have landed in Australia this week, coming in as Audi’s first fully electric vehicle. It enters the market as the third fully electric premium mid-size SUV, following the initial launch of the Jaguar I-PACE and then the Mercedes-Benz EQC, and soon to be […]
BMW Concept i4 revealed, previews production EV for 2021
BMW has revealed the Concept i4 fully electric four-door coupe. The company says it represents a look ahead to the BMW i4 production car, which will go into production in 2021. Even though it is just a concept car, the body design is described by BMW as showcasing a “visually […]