Volkswagen to Revamp ID.3 and ID.4 for 2026 with New Design, Enhanced Features, and Improved Value
Volkswagen is planning a significant overhaul of its ID.3 and ID.4 electric models, set for release in 2026. These updated versions will feature a completely new design language, reflecting a shift toward a more traditional…
INEOS to Restart Grenadier and Quartermaster Production in January After Supply Shortage
Production of the INEOS Grenadier and Quartermaster models, which had been temporarily halted in September 2024 due to a critical component shortage, will resume in early January 2025. INEOS Automotive has worked closely with its…
UK Pothole Compensation Claims Surge with Regional Disparities and Low Success Rates
The number of compensation claims related to potholes submitted to UK councils has seen a sharp rise, more than doubling from 8,327 in 2022 to 20,432 in 2023. This alarming increase, highlighted by a Freedom…
Hyundai Dominates Carwow 2025 Awards with Car of the Year Win and Brand of the Year Honors
Carwow has announced the winners of its 2025 Car of the Year Awards, highlighting outstanding vehicles in 13 categories. This year, the awards included a new category for vans, expanding the range of recognized vehicles.…
Nissan Urges UK Government to Revise EV Mandate Amid Industry Challenges and Slowing Demand
Last week, Nissan called for urgent action to address the risks posed to the UK automotive industry by outdated targets in the UK’s Zero Emissions Vehicles (ZEV) Mandate. The ZEV Mandate was introduced to incentivize…
Kia Introduces the 2025 Sportage with Enhanced Design Technology and Performance Improvements
The 2025 Kia Sportage has been introduced in South Korea, showcasing updates and enhancements ahead of its Australian release in the second quarter of 2025. The refreshed model incorporates design features influenced by Kia’s EV9…
Jaguar Redefines Luxury EVs with Bold Rebranding and Preview of Futuristic Design Vision Concept
Jaguar is making waves with its controversial rebranding, including a new logo and the preview of its next electric vehicle (EV) concept. The design, teased in a series of images, features bold, angular lines and…
Volkswagen Plans Overhaul of ID EV Lineup with New Design, Performance Upgrades, and Rivian Partnership
Volkswagen is set to implement significant changes to its ID electric vehicle lineup starting in 2026, showcasing advancements to its MEB platform. During the Los Angeles Motor Show, R&D chief Kai Grünitz discussed these developments,…
Audi Replaces Iconic Four Rings with Simple Logo in Bold Shift to Attract Younger EV Buyers
Audi has introduced a new logo as part of its effort to capture the attention of younger drivers with a focus on electric vehicles (EVs). In a break from tradition, the company has replaced its…
BYD Pushes Suppliers for 10% Price Cuts to Maintain Competitive Edge in Growing NEV Market
China’s new energy vehicle (NEV) leader, BYD, has urged its suppliers to cut prices by 10% starting January 2025 to maintain its competitive advantage in an increasingly crowded market. This move, revealed through an internal…
UK Car Production Falls for Eighth Month as Export Demand Drops and EV Transition Stumbles
The UK automotive industry has faced an eighth consecutive month of declining car production, according to figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). October 2024 saw a 15.3% drop in car output…
A car crashed into a building after the driver was shot in the Gage Park neighborhood of Chicago on Tuesday morning. At approximately 5:20 a.m., Chicago police reported that a 57-year-old man was driving a…
Lucid Motors Sets EV Benchmark with 520 Mile Range Air Grand Touring and Expanding Lineup
Lucid Motors, a luxury electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, continues to impress with its long-range capabilities. Its 2025 Lucid Air Grand Touring trim has demonstrated a range exceeding 500 miles on a single charge. In a…
Rivian’s R2 EVs to Feature U.S. Made LG Batteries, Boosting Efficiency and Market Competitiveness
Rivian has announced that its R2 electric vehicles will feature domestically produced batteries from LG Energy Solution, marking a shift from its current reliance on South Korean-manufactured Samsung SDI cells for its R1 series. The…
Honda Charts Bold EV Path with Prologue SUV and Extensive Charging Network Expansion
Honda is setting the stage for a strong entry into the electric vehicle (EV) market, even though it currently does not have any EVs available for sale. Its first EVs, the Honda Prologue and Acura…
GM Phases Out Ultium Branding While Shifting Focus to EV Production and Battery Development
At its recent investor day event, General Motors (GM) announced it would stop using the “Ultium” name for its electric vehicle (EV) batteries and technology, though it will continue utilizing these systems in its EVs.…
India’s Electric Two Wheeler Market Hits 1 Million Milestone, Driving Global EV Leadership
The Indian electric scooter and motorcycle market surpassed the milestone of 1 million units sold in October 2024, becoming the second-largest market globally after China to achieve this feat. This remarkable growth has been fueled…
Artificial Intelligence Advances Safer, Smarter Driving and Paves the Path to Autonomous Vehicles
Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to transform many aspects of human life, especially in the field of transportation. Its applications in vehicle technology are already making driving safer and more efficient. By enabling cars to…
Autonomous Driving Progress Advances Slowly, Highlighting Challenges in the Journey to Full Self Driving Cars
The promise of fully autonomous self-driving cars, long anticipated by science-fiction authors, Elon Musk, and other tech innovators, has yet to become a reality. While the idea of robotaxis and completely self-driving vehicles (Level 5…
AutoNation Faces Challenges with Q3 Earnings Miss Amid Cyberattack, Weather Disruptions, and Inventory Strains
AutoNation Inc.’s stock dropped 6% after the company reported third-quarter earnings that missed analysts’ expectations, driven partly by the impact of a software outage earlier in the year. Net income declined to $185.8 million ($4.61…
Shifting Trends and Technologies Reshape Automotive Industry in 2024 Consumer Study Insights
The 2024 Global Automotive Consumer Study highlights major trends and disruptive technologies that are set to influence the automotive industry. Surveying over 27,000 consumers from 26 countries, the study identifies key areas of change, including…
UK Government Upholds EV Targets While Considering Flexibilities to Address Industry Concerns and Challenges
The UK government remains steadfast in its electric vehicle (EV) mandate, with Transport Secretary Louise Haigh reaffirming that the targets will not be relaxed. However, she acknowledged the possibility of introducing “flexibilities” to address challenges…
Hyundai to Release 21 New Models by 2030, Expanding Its Electric and Luxury Car Lineup
Hyundai, a top-selling global car brand, has announced plans to release 21 new models within the next six years. This aggressive strategy comes as the company seeks to become a leading provider of electric vehicles…
Crash in Plainfield Leaves Vehicle on Lawn, Driver Hospitalized with Potential Back Injury
First responders in Plainfield were called to a car crash on Norwich Road Thursday morning, involving a vehicle that ended up on the lawn of a residential property. The Plainfield Fire Department received the initial…
BMW Reserves £70 Million to Address Undisclosed Commission Claims Amid Growing Industry Wide Scandal
The British lending arm of BMW, BMW Financial Services (GB) Ltd, has set aside £70.3 million in its 2023 accounts to address potential compensation claims stemming from undisclosed motor finance commissions. This move marks BMW…
