Mercedes is working on «solar paint» for electric cars – it will add up to 12 thousand free mileage per year
Mercedes-Benz is developing an innovative «solar paint» that can generate electricity when applied to the car body. This technology has the potential to provide enough energy for thousands of kilometers of driving per year, significantly increasing the range of electric vehicles and reducing the need for frequent charging during travel.
Xiaomi YU7 – the second electric car of the company will be released in the summer of 2025 with two powerful motors and a speed of up to 253 km/h
The automotive division of the Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has officially announced its second electric car model, the YU7. At the same time, the documentation submitted by the company to the regulatory authorities revealed the key characteristics of the new product.
Toyota postpones release of new generation electric vehicles, but promises a range of over 1000 km
Automobile giant Toyota has decided to postpone the launch of its long-awaited next-generation electric vehicles. Initially, their presentation was planned for 2026, but now these models, including the Lexus LF-ZC and LF-ZL concepts presented at the Japanese Motor Show last October, will appear no earlier than mid-2027.
3742 electric cars registered in November: what models do Ukrainians choose?
In November 2024, 3742 electric vehicles (BEVs) were registered in Ukraine. Compared to the same period of the previous year, demand decreased by 13%.
VOLKSWAGEN Golf, RENAULT Megane and others: what used cars from abroad are chosen by Ukrainians
In November 2024, Ukraine’s car fleet expanded by 14.7 thousand used passenger cars imported from abroad. This marks the lowest monthly figure of registered imported used cars recorded this year. Compared to October, the number of registrations of imported used cars decreased by 10%, and compared to November 2023, it almost dropped by a…
China captures 76% of the global electric vehicle market
The rapid growth of the electric vehicle market in China is not losing momentum. In October, the country captured an impressive 76% of the global electric vehicle market, despite trade tensions and duties imposed by Western countries.
The share of electric vehicles in new cars has decreased – What types of engines did Ukrainian drivers choose in November?
In November 2024, cars with traditional internal combustion engines accounted for more than 64% of the new passenger car market. For comparison, in November of the previous year, this figure was 66%. Thus, Ukrainians are very slowly switching to new electric powertrains.
Aptera is creating a solar electric car: up to 17,700 km of free travel per year from the sun or up to 643 km from the battery
California-based startup Aptera is working on a three-wheeled solar-powered electric vehicle. In May, the startup launched a crowdfunding campaign to finance its development, during which it raised $135 million from 19 thousand investors. Now the company needs another $60 million to complete development and start assembling production-ready models.
The longest taxi ride in Ukraine cost ₴19,100, and the most popular place — Kyiv Railway Station (Bolt service results)
The Bolt taxi service was most frequently used from 7 PM to 8 PM, and the most popular drop-off and pick-up location was the Central Railway Station in Kyiv. The average tip this year was around 30 UAH.
Toyota bZ3C: an electric crossover with a range of 630 km and an autopilot based on lidar and AI
The Toyota bZ3C mid-size crossover is expected to be released in early 2025. Knowledgeable sources claim that this car will be the smartest FAW Toyota model, thanks to advanced intelligent driving and an innovative cockpit.
Renault Duster, Toyota RAV4, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado and others: the most popular cars in Ukraine in November
In November more than 5.2 thousand new passenger cars were registered in Ukraine. Traditionally, the bestseller of the month was the RENAULT Duster crossover, which is far ahead of its closest competitor. However, other models also demonstrated good sales performance.
Tesla suspends production of the Cybertruck: is the much-hyped electric car not in demand?
Tesla has informed employees involved in the production of the Cybertruck that they should not go to work for three days. This is another signal of possible problems with the demand for the car, which once collected millions of pre-orders.
Car preferences of Ukrainians: which brands were the most popular in November (the leader changed again)
In November, Ukrainians registered more than 5.2 thousand new passenger cars. This is 3% less than in November 2023. Compared to October of this year, consumer activity in the Ukrainian car market decreased by 10%.
Toyota is in the lead, BYD is growing rapidly, BMW is not doing well – a new rating of car brands
The resource fus2mоve has published a rating of the most popular car brands as of October 2024. It was compiled using data from local ministries of transportation and relevant agencies. The rating is based on statistics on the registration of new passenger cars in 159 countries.
Tesla has released a «simplified» version of Full Self-Driving v13 – many of the announced improvements will appear «in the future»
Tesla has started distributing a simplified version of Full Self-Driving (FSD) v13 to some external customers. The company is doing this in order to avoid a two-month delay in the schedule, although many of the promised features have not yet been implemented in this update.
Ukraine plans to launch toll roads — 6 potential routes are being analyzed
In Ukraine, six main routes for the launch of toll roads are being analyzed — there is already a “developed” bill and agreements with the European Investment Bank (EIB).
Review of new products from Renault: it is not cheaper
For three whole years, “Renault Ukraine” kept silent. Unacceptably long for one of the leaders of the domestic market. As if apologizing, last week the importer presented three new models at once, which will completely renew the brand’s passenger car lineup in 2025. “The Diamond” has returned to what it does best — small,…
Chevrolet Equinox outperforms Tesla Model Y in real-world tests in terms of range, but costs less
The 2025 Chevrolet Equinox delivers superior autonomy, which contributes to its popularity in the affordable electric vehicle segment. Recent independent tests conducted by Edmunds have confirmed that this electric crossover delivers outstanding range, exceeding even its official EPA estimates.
Rivian to become Volkswagen’s technology partner for the electric Golf and the flagship Project Trinity electric vehicle
Rivian’s technologies will gradually appear in Volkswagen’s electric vehicles. First, they will be used in Audi and Porsche, and later they will even find a place in Volkswagen’s flagship model, known as Project Trinity.
The Toyota Supra A90 Final Edition is the swan song of the current generation Supra series with increased power up to 429 hp
Toyota has prepared for release a new version of the Supra A90 Final Edition sports car. It offers more power for those who love speed and thrills. But on the other hand, the A90 Final Edition marks the beginning of the end of the current generation Supra.
Norway says goodbye to ICE: in October, electric cars «captured» 94% of the new car market
Norway plans to phase out internal combustion engine vehicles by 2025, and it seems to be succeeding—in October, electric vehicles accounted for 94% of new car sales in the Norwegian market (almost twice as much as in China).
Electric cars imported to Ukraine this year cost almost $1 billion: most of them are used
In the first 9 months of 2024, Ukraine imported 45,361 battery electric vehicles (BEVs). This data is provided by the State Statistics Service. The total customs value of these vehicles amounted to $989 million.
Days are numbered: Nissan could go out of business in next 12-14 months, — Financial Times
New Financial Times report reveals details about Nissan’s predicament.
Mercedes-Maybach and Rolls-Royce, move over: Huawei has announced a luxury sedan Maextro S800 of D+ class with a price starting from €124.3 thousand.
Huawei has unveiled the first electric vehicle under its new Maextro brand. This luxury sedan, created in collaboration with Huawei and JAC, is designed to compete with leading players in the D+ class sedan segment, such as Mercedes-Maybach and Rolls-Royce.
New Renault Duster in Ukraine: more space, 3 engines and price from UAH 830 thousand
The updated third-generation Renault Duster crossover was officially presented in Ukraine. The current version is in high demand among Ukrainians and confidently leads the monthly ratings of new car sales.
The buttons are coming back: Volkswagen promises redesign, better batteries and materials in its electric cars
Volkswagen is going through a challenging period due to declining demand and production problems. The company recognizes the need for change and is planning a major redesign of its electric vehicles.
Kia EV5 GT Line: «sport» version of the electric crossover is only 10 hp more powerful than the standard version, but significantly more expensive
Kia has unveiled its new EV5 GT Line electric car. This is a crossover with a sporty character and a relatively affordable price compared to the Tesla Model Y. Although you will have to pay a lot more for the «sport» version.
The Need for Speed legend comes to life: BMW recreates the famous M3 GTR car from Most Wanted
The video game icon will be shown in Munich until early next year.
Porsche will continue to produce models with internal combustion engines – electric cars are not very popular
Porsche is not yet ready to completely abandon internal combustion engines and plans to produce more models with internal combustion engines. This is due to the slowdown in sales of electric vehicles.
Ukrainians love speed: UAH 11 billion spent on new cars – BMW and Mercedes are in the top
In October 2024, Ukrainians spent UAH 11.1 billion on new passenger cars. This is 12% more than in the same period of the previous year. The figure also increased by 3% compared to September this year.
Hell’s car industry: Tesla plant suffered «toxin leakage» due to faulty furnace door, staff worked in fog and +38°C, — media
As reported by The Wall Street Journal, workers at Tesla’s Austin factory were forced to work for several months in temperatures up to +38°C and in «constant fog» due to a faulty giant door of the foundry — at the same time, the company «ignored the problem, increasing production of Tesla Model Y in 2022».
Kia EV9 GT 2025: An electric family car with a sporty character and over 500 hp.
The Kia EV9 has already gained popularity as a practical and luxurious electric crossover, but the company is raising the bar even higher with the announcement of the powerful EV9 GT. Unlike the GT-Line version, this performance-oriented modification boasts a significant increase in power and a number of other improvements.At the time standard…
Imports of passenger cars cost Ukraine $3.3 billion in the first 9 months of 2024
In the first three quarters of 2024, 239,000 passenger cars, both new and used, were imported to Ukraine. This is 9% more than in the same period in 2023. This is according to the State Statistics Service.
TOP cars that claim the title «Car of the Year in Ukraine»
The «Car of the Year 2025» competition begins in the fall and in November, introductory test drives are held for the jury, which consists of automotive experts and influencers. We have already introduced you to most of them, and now we will only remind you of the novelties for which every car enthusiast will soon […]
Killer cars: Tesla has the highest fatal crash rate of any car brand – study
Specialists of iSeeCars.com determined the most dangerous cars on American roads. To do this, they analyzed data on fatalities from the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for car models manufactured in 2018-2022 that were involved in accidents that resulted in the death of at least one…
Hyundai Ioniq 9: a spacious three-row crossover with an autonomous range of up to 539 km and a 24-minute charge
Hyundai has officially unveiled its new Ioniq 9 electric crossover, a spacious three-row car designed to meet the needs of families.
Stellantis has created a new STLA Frame platform for electric vehicles with an autonomy of more than 800 km
Stellantis (a group of 18 automotive brands) has unveiled its newest development in the field of electric vehicles – the STLA Frame platform. This new platform is specially designed for full-size pickups and SUVs and aims to provide «best-in-class capabilities».
Diesel cars are losing popularity in Ukraine: -26% year-on-year, especially sales of used cars
In October, Ukrainians bought almost 5.7 thousand cars with diesel engines. This is 26% less than in the same period of 2023.
Xiaomi’s automotive business: growth in shipments, revenues and average price, but still a loss of €186 million for the quarter
Xiaomi has announced record revenue of €1.17 billion from its electric vehicle business for the third quarter of 2024. This is 52.1% more than in the second quarter. The main driver of this growth was the successful launch and delivery of the Xiaomi SU7 series of electric vehicles.
«We didn’t sniff the white stuff»: Jaguar’s hallucinogenic rebranding has caused ridicule online and puzzled Elon Musk
British premium car manufacturer Jaguar has announced a «new era» for the brand with the transition to electric production and introduced a new font, logo and monogram.
Ukrainians are losing interest in new cars with gasoline internal combustion engines: which models are most popular
Cars with gasoline engines are still the most popular among Ukrainians, although interest in them is gradually declining.
BYD celebrates 10 million electrified vehicles – a 30-year journey from batteries to market leader
Chinese auto giant BYD has reached a significant milestone with the production of its 10 millionth new energy vehicle (NEV). This category includes electric vehicles and hybrids. This is a remarkable achievement for a company that started in 1995 as a small battery manufacturer and in less than 30 years has become a global leader in the electric…
EU to offer grants of up to €1 billion to Chinese automakers in exchange for «secret technologies»
The EU is preparing new requirements for Chinese automakers to be eligible for local subsidies, including the following: — presence of production facilities in Europe and transfer of intellectual property «».
They are selling like hotcakes: Xiaomi has already handed over 100 thousand SU7 electric cars to customers and has increased its plan for 2024
Xiaomi has reached a new production milestone by producing 100 thousand SU7 cars at its factory in Beijing ahead of schedule. The company also announced that all these cars have already been delivered to customers.
Skoda Octavia 2024 test drive: cosmetic facelift
I would never call Skoda’s design amazing, but they win not with beauty, but with intelligence. More precisely, with a smart approach to combining restrained design, a balanced level of technology and reliable mechanics. Therefore, the updated Skoda Octavia 2024 appears before us in its usual form, but with some improvements. I don’t…
TESLA Model Y and Model 3 are the most popular used cars from the USA in October
In October 2024, almost 2.7 thousand used cars imported from the United States were registered in Ukraine. Thus, 16% of used cars that switched to Ukrainian license plates in October were of American origin.
Xiaomi has created a new chassis for electric vehicles: 4 motors, over 2000 hp of power and increased comfort
Xiaomi has unveiled its newest development in the field of electric vehicles – an advanced intelligent chassis packed with the latest technology. It is equipped with an active suspension, a 4-motor system with a total capacity of 2054 horsepower, a 48-volt electromechanical braking system, and a 48-volt steer-by-wire steering system.
Electric car instead of generator: lifecell tests an alternative way to power base stations in blackouts
Mobile operator lifecell has started using electric vehicles as autonomous power sources for its base stations. This solution has significant advantages over traditional generators due to its increased efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The pilot project is currently being tested by the company’s engineers in Vinnytsia.
Sales of new Chinese cars have increased in Ukraine – most of the sales are electric cars
In October 2024, Ukrainians purchased 1.2 thousand cars imported from China. This is 8% less than in October 2023.
Cadillac Vistiq 2025: a luxury electric crossover with a range of 483 km, 615 hp and a price of $78.8 thousand.
Cadillac has presented an updated model of the Vistiq 2025 luxury electric vehicle. This three-row electric crossover is located between the Lyriq and Escalade IQ models.
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