Automotive

Expansion of South Korean Power Equipment Industry in the U.S. Market South Korea’s LS ELECTRIC, a subsidiary of the LS Group focused on power and automation systems, has recently secured a significant contract worth 170 billion won ($123 million) to supply ultra-high-voltage transformers to renewable energy facilities across several western U.S. states. The company will manufacture these components domestically and …

Major Recall Investigation into Stellantis’ Ram Trucks A significant number of trucks are currently under investigation in the United States due to a potential safety issue involving the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) system. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an inquiry into Stellantis’ Ram trucks, specifically models 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 from model years …

Porsche’s Electric Cayenne Demonstrates Impressive Towing Capacity Porsche has unveiled the towing capabilities of its upcoming electric Cayenne, revealing that it can handle the same weight as its traditional combustion-powered counterpart. The vehicle is rated at 7,716 pounds (3,500 kilograms), matching the towing capacity of the gas-powered model. This impressive figure was put to the test by Richard Hammond, a …

A New Era for AMG: The Concept GT XX Mercedes-AMG has unveiled its future electric flagship with the Concept GT XX, a groundbreaking four-door vehicle that showcases an advanced technical layout, a radical design, and a motorsport-inspired cockpit. This fully operational machine features a 1,341bhp tri-motor electric drivetrain and an oil-cooled 114kWh cell-to-pack battery capable of charging at up to …

A Remarkable Creation: The World’s Slimmest Electric Vehicle In a world where space is at a premium, an Italian mechanic has taken the concept of compact vehicles to a whole new level. This ultra-slim electric vehicle, which looks like it belongs in a cartoon or a fantasy movie, is actually a fully functional car. Measuring just 19.6 inches (50cm) wide, …

Honda’s Shift from Electric Vehicles to Hybrid Development Japanese automaker Honda is reportedly making significant changes to its strategy, cutting $20 billion from its electric vehicle (EV) development budget and redirecting funds toward hybrid technology. This shift marks a major departure from the company’s previous plans, which included launching seven new EVs by 2030. One of the most notable changes …

BMW Group’s Electrified Vehicle Sales Defy Critics Despite initial skepticism from critics, the German automotive group BMW has continued to demonstrate strong performance in the electric vehicle (EV) market. While some doubted the company’s decision to invest heavily in EVs and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), the sales figures tell a different story. The company’s global sales numbers declined in …

The Motability Scheme: A Controversial Use of Taxpayer Funds The Motability scheme, a government-backed initiative designed to assist individuals with serious physical disabilities in accessing transportation, has come under scrutiny for its use of taxpayer funds to provide vehicles for people with conditions that some argue are not severe enough to justify such support. Recent figures reveal that the program …

The Global Shift Toward Electric Vehicles Continues Unabated Electric vehicles (EVs) are playing a pivotal role in reshaping the global energy landscape. They are already displacing millions of barrels of oil per day, contributing significantly to reducing carbon dioxide emissions. This trend is expected to accelerate over the next decade, marking a major shift away from fossil fuels. Despite recent …

Strategic Set-Ups and the Battle for Pole Position The qualifying session for Formula 1’s British Grand Prix was a thrilling display of speed and strategy, with the top six cars separated by just 0.229 seconds in Q3. What made this session even more intriguing was the variety of set-up choices that teams employed to achieve their results. Each team had …