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Volvo Cars sees stronger second half despite steep China decline, rising costs
13+ hour, 19+ min ago (495+ words) Volvo Cars expects stronger profitability in the second half, it said on Friday, even as the Swedish carmaker warned of rising costs of key raw materials and a more severe slowdown in China that sent its shares down 8%. The Swedish…...
20 years ago, China bet big on electric vehicles. Now Western carmakers are feeling the pain
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (893+ words) In Germany, Japan and the United States, famous carmakers are in trouble. One reason is intense competition from Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers – and growing public demand for EVs. The automakers who dominated the 20th century have largely failed to shift to…...
The World's Most Powerful V12 Road Car Is Nearly Here
1+ week, 2+ day ago (377+ words) Danish supercar maker Zenvo is one step closer to launching its next supercar. It’s called the Aurora, and the automaker will reveal two new validation prototypes at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed. Zenvo will showcase the Aurora Tur, a…...
Sorry, Canada: You Won't Get The Slate Truck
1+ week, 1+ day ago (513+ words) Those north of the border hoping for a cheap truck are out of luck. Slate Auto has no plans to sell its truck or SUV in Canada. A spokesperson for the automaker confirmed with Automotive News Canada that it does…...
The Automotive Industry Does Not Have a Sales Problem;…
2+ week, 3+ day ago (685+ words) People often tell me the automotive industry has a sales problem. They point to aggressive tactics, poor customer experiences, and the lingering stereotype that buying a car means preparing for a battle. I disagree. The automotive industry doesn't have a…...
Revised gravel tyre set for WRC debut in Greece
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (389+ words) World Rally Championship crews are set to have a revised tyre at their disposal for next week’s Acropolis Rally Greece, which marks the start of seven consecutive gravel rallies. After receiving criticism regarding the durability of its hard compound gravel…...
Full Tesla Cybercab Specs: EPA Documents Confirm Battery Size, Weight, Power, And Preliminary Range
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (597+ words) inkl Full Tesla Cybercab Specs: EPA Documents Confirm Battery Size, Weight, Power, And Preliminary Range - The Tesla Cybercab will have 219 horsepower and a 48 kWh battery, new EPA filings confirm. - It'll weigh 3,113 lbs, making it the lightest EV on the U.S. market…...
Toyota Veteran Reveals His Worst Fear: 'Everybody Is Shifting To EVs"
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (405+ words) For the sixth consecutive year, Toyota is the world’s best-selling automaker. However, EVs played only a marginal role in defending its crown in the battle against the Volkswagen Group. The Japanese giant has been lagging in the electric race, although…...
EV journey at a crossroads
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (791+ words) Thailand is accelerating its transition towards cleaner transport, with commercial electric vehicles (EVs) emerging as a centrepiece of the country's sustainability drive. From provincial bus routes to airport taxis and motorcycle taxis in Bangkok, pilot projects are multiplying, signalling a…...
Mechanic Checks Tread Depth On Back Tires. Then He Checks It On The Front: ‘Who Did The Alignment?’
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (488+ words) A mechanic checked the tread depth on a pair of tires. The discrepancy in tread depth between the front and back tires is a lesson in proper car maintenance. TikTok creator Michael (@lilmikyb) posted the video from his place of…...