Ukrainians are less likely to buy used cars from abroad: which models are most popular
In October, the Ukrainian car fleet was replenished with 16.3 thousand used cars imported from abroad.
Volkswagen Multivan is an all-wheel drive plug-in hybrid based on the eHybrid 4Motion system with three motors
Volkswagen has introduced a new plug-in hybrid powertrain to its Multivan lineup. The Multivan eHybrid 4Motion replaces the previous PHEV version by adding all-wheel drive.
New KIA Sportage: a variety of engines, 8-speed automatic transmission and a price of $20.6 thousand.
The Korean brand KIA has released an updated version of its compact crossover Sportage. The new model is offered both exclusively with an internal combustion engine and as a hybrid.
Ukrainians are buying less and less cars with internal combustion engines, and the demand for electric cars and hybrids is growing
Ukrainians are gradually losing interest in cars with traditional internal combustion engines. While in October 2023, ICE cars accounted for 66% of the new car market, this figure dropped to 62% in the year to October 2024.
Suzuki e VITARA: the company’s first electric crossover will offer an autonomy of up to 500 km
The Suzuki company has unveiled its first mass-market electric vehicle model, the —e VITARA. The car is based on the eVX concept shown in 2023.
Electric car is in the TOP-3 of the most popular new cars: which models were chosen by Ukrainians
Last month Ukrainians purchased more than 5.8 thousand new passenger cars. At the same time, the RENAULT Duster crossover was again the best-selling vehicle in October.
DS 7 E-Tense test drive: premium is not worth all the money in the world
The French brand DS is still balancing on the edge between premium and mass market. It offers enough quality and individuality, but still falls short of the luxury segment. And so it is with our Plug-in Hybrid version — a little more and it would be an electric car. But for some reason, I still […]
The leader of the Ukrainian new car market has changed: which brands were the most popular
In October 2024, more than 5.8 thousand new passenger cars were sold in Ukraine. This is only 1% more than in the same period of the previous year.
«This is an anomaly» ─ Head of Rivian software development about buttons in cars
Many new cars use large touchscreen infotainment displays that take over many of the car’s control functions. For many drivers, this trend makes them miss the good old buttons. However, the nostalgia of drivers is not shared by Wasim Bensaid, Head of Software Development at Rivian. He believes that the use of buttons in a car is a…
A breakthrough in lithium-ion batteries: 98% capacity retention after 500 cycles, lower cost and increased thermal stability
Scientists at Argonne National Laboratory have developed a new dual-gradient design for cathodes that promises to significantly improve lithium-ion battery performance and reduce costs. This could potentially accelerate the introduction of electric vehicles and grid energy storage.
Volkswagen closes an electric vehicle production plant in Europe
Volkswagen has announced the closure of its Audi plant in Brussels, Belgium, a few days after announcing plans to close three plants in Germany. The Brussels plant, which produces the electric crossover Audi Q8 E-Tronis scheduled to cease operations on February 28, 2025.
Unmanned Tesla Model Y rammed another car in a supermarket parking lot – Summon function led to the wrong place
A driver collided with a self-driving Tesla in a shopping center parking lot. This was yet another example of how Tesla’s driver assistance software, which is still in the testing phase, can be unstable.
From phones to cars: Oppo partners with BYD to co-develop electric vehicles and AI
In order not to be left behind by Xiaomi, which entered the electric car marketChinese tech giant Oppo is looking to expand its reach beyond the mobile segment. The company announced a strategic partnership with BYD to integrate smartphone technology into smart car systems. This will allow you to control various aspects of BYD electric vehicles…
Mercedes-Benz CLA is no longer a cake: the car will get a Geely engine and Chinese intelligent control technologies
The upcoming third-generation Mercedes-Benz CLA will be powered by a 2.0T four-cylinder engine produced by Geely and Horse. The latter, officially known as Horse Powertrain Limited, was established on May 31, 2024 as a company owned by Geely and Renault in a 50:50 ratio.
Xiaomi SU7 Ultra: «affordable hypercar» with 1526 hp, acceleration to «hundreds» less than 2 seconds and a price of €103 thousand.
Almost immediately after boasting the capabilities of the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra prototype, the Chinese company has officially unveiled the production version of its most powerful electric vehicle. It is not much different from the prototype in terms of characteristics, although now they are disclosed in more detail.
EU finally approves duty on Chinese electric cars — up to 35.7% maximum (7.8% for Tesla)
The EU «has given the green light» to additional tariffs on electric cars imported from China — they come into effect today and will be in force for the next 5 years.
«Canister» for an electric vehicle: Wuling has created a mobile charging station with a capacity of 141 kWh
Chinese automotive giant Wuling has demonstrated two mobile charging stations for electric vehicles. They can be compared to canisters for cars with internal combustion engines. Or with power banks. Very large power banks.
53 thousand new cars purchased by Ukrainians this year: which models are the most popular?
In the first 9 months of 2024, Ukrainians registered 53 thousand new passenger cars. This is 21% more than in the same period in 2023.
Xiaomi SU7 Ultra: more than 1500 hp, acceleration to «60» in less than 2 seconds and a Nürburgring record for four-door cars
Xiaomi is preparing to introduce the most powerful version of its electric car — SU7 Ultra. It promises to be a real breakthrough in the electric vehicle market.
«Pocket rocket»: Fiat division creates Abarth 600e sports electric car with a speed of 200 km/h and a dynamics of less than 6 seconds
Abarth, a division of Fiat, has unveiled the 600e electric car, which is the most powerful Abarth in the brand’s history. It is equipped with an electric motor with a capacity of up to 280 hp and is capable of accelerating to 100 km/h in 5.85 seconds.
Mazda EZ-6: various versions with a range of up to 1300 km and a price of $19.6 thousand.
Mazda has officially unveiled the Mazda EZ-6, launching a new midsize sedan based on the Changan EPA hybrid platform. Buyers are offered all-electric versions (BEV) and models with an extended range (EREV).
Ford’s CEO has been driving a Xiaomi SU7 for six months: «The car is fantastic, I don’t want to give it up»
Ford CEO Jim Farley said in a podcast that he drives a Xiaomi SU7 and likes it very much.
First look at the new generation Toyota Camry and Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
It was impossible to imagine that two iconic Toyota models would simultaneously undergo a generational change and arrive at our market instantly, but it happened. This event is worthy of attention and detailed consideration. Camry and Prado are among the top models on our market. They hardly lose value over the years, few people dare […]
The electric car boom in Ukraine: 120 thousand cars served by 17 thousand charging stations
The market for electric vehicle charging stations in Ukraine is actively developing and showing growth. Amid growing demand for electric vehicles, the country is demanding more and more of these devices, and manufacturers are not sitting idle.
Tesla promises to release «more affordable» electric cars in early 2025
One of Tesla’s biggest drawbacks has always been the high initial cost of its electric vehicles compared to gasoline models. The cheapest car currently on sale costs $42490 excluding subsidies, and the research company Kelley Blue Book estimates the average price of 2024 models to be just over $63 thousand.
Updated Opel Mokka Electric 2025: less engine choice and reduced price
Opel has announced an updated Mokka Electric electric car for the 2025 model year. The car received an updated exterior and interior, but fewer options for choosing a powertrain.
Since the beginning of the year, Ukrainians have spent UAH 93 billion on new cars: which brands are the most popular
In the first three quarters of 2024, Ukrainians spent more than UAH 93 billion on new cars. This is 21% more than in the same period last year.
Tesla Cybertruck Range Extender is delayed and will provide a shorter range than previously promised
Tesla’s controversial electric pickup truck, the Cybertruck, has faced yet another problem. The additional «Range Extender, which was supposed to significantly increase the vehicle’s autonomy, has been postponed. Moreover, it will now provide less additional range than originally promised.
Registrations of used cars under 5 years old increased by 60%: what types and models are most popular?
In the first three quarters of 2024, Ukrainians purchased 50.1 thousand used cars imported from abroad that were less than 5 years old. This is 60% more than in the first 9 months of 2023.
Hybrid cars plugin is not in demand: why is this happening?
Plug-in hybrid cars seem to be a great intermediate solution between gasoline and electric vehicles — a step on the way to a full transition to electric vehicles. They have a longer range than conventional hybrids, provide better performance in electric mode, and the ability to charge the battery from an external source allows owners to rarely…
Diesel cars are losing popularity in Ukraine: which models are bought most often
In September 2024, more than 5.7 thousand cars with diesel engines were registered in Ukraine. This is 26% less than in the same period of the previous year.
Hydrogen instead of diesel: Liebherr launches project for world’s first large wheeled loader with alternative engine
Liebherr has announced a pilot project for the world’s first large wheeled loader powered by hydrogen fuel. It will be used in the Kanzelstein quarry in Gratkorn, Austria.
Jeep Avenger e-Hybrid test drive: more Jeep than it seems
I had a chance to spend more than a week with the smallest in the Jeep Avenger e-Hybrid lineup and cover almost two thousand kilometers. And in short, this kid turned out to be more talented than it seemed at first. In general, the idea that a Jeep can be so small and dressed up […]
Used cars from the US: what models attract Ukrainian drivers?
In the first three quarters of 2023, almost 33.5 thousand used cars imported from the United States were registered in Ukraine. This is 19% of the total number of used cars that have switched to Ukrainian license plates this year. Compared to the same period in 2023, the demand for used cars of American origin increased by 79%.
Changan Nevo E07: a new transformer on the electric car market with a price of $35.1 thousand.
Chinese automaker Changan has announced that the Qiyuan E07 will go on sale on October 21. It will enter international markets under the name Nevo E07.
Chery shows a flying car that flew 80 km during testing
During the 2024 Chery Global Innovation Conference, the company showed a prototype of its flying car called Land and Air Vehicle. Chery reported that the prototype is still under development, but has already successfully flown a test distance of about 80 km.
Ukrainians choose gasoline cars: which models are the most popular
Cars with gasoline engines are still the most popular among Ukrainians. Thus, in September 2024, Ukrainians purchased 2.1 thousand new cars with gasoline engines out of a total of 5.7 thousand new passenger cars. Thus, models with gasoline internal combustion engines account for 37% of all registered
BYD Sealion 7 makes its European debut: range up to 610 km and acceleration to «60 mph in 4.5 seconds
At the Paris Motor Show 2024, the BYD company officially presented a new electric car, the Sealion 7, for the European market. Previously, this crossover was sold only in China.
BMW, Kia and Tesla electric cars cause the greatest disappointment among owners: what share of electric car buyers regret their choice
About 10% of electric vehicle owners regret choosing an electric vehicle. This is evidenced by the results of a survey published by americantrucks.
Ukrainians choose new Chinese electric cars: the most popular model is ZEEKR 001
In September 2024, the Ukrainian car fleet was replenished with almost 1.2 thousand cars imported from China. This is 8% less than in the same period of the previous year. Overall, cars of Chinese origin accounted for 16% of the of the September market of new passenger cars.
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 2025: more powerful engine, more comfort and $1380 more expensive
The German automaker has prepared an updated version of the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe for the 2025 model year. The Gran Coupe model originally debuted as a four-door alternative to the standard 2 Series, which is based on BMW’s front-wheel drive platform. The 2025 sedan has a refreshed exterior design, an updated cabin with the latest…
Citroen unveils updated e-C4 and e-C4 X 2025 electric vehicles: up to 425 km of autonomy and 80% charging in half an hour
Citroen has unveiled the updated C4 and C4 X models at the 2024 Paris Motor Show. The new versions of the Citroen C4 and C4 X for the 2025 model year have a more sophisticated look and advanced built-in technologies.
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron: an electric crossover with a range of 644 km, charging in 22 minutes and a price of €66 thousand.
Audi has expanded its electric vehicle lineup with the introduction of the Q6 Sportback e-tron. This coupe-like crossover made its debut at the 2024 Paris Motor Show.
New car market in September: TOYOTA RAV-4 and RENAULT Duster are leading among buyers
How to was reported Earlier, in September, Ukrainians purchased 5.7 thousand new passenger cars. Most of these cars were purchased by private customers – 64% of the total. Accordingly, the remaining 36% were purchased by legal entities.
Renault 4 is back: now as a Class B electric crossover with a range of up to 400 km
In 1961, Renault launched the Renault 4, an economical car that became one of the most successful in the company’s history. It remained on the market until 1994, and more than 8.1 million copies of this car have been sold in more than 30 years. After another 30 years, the Renault 4 has returned in the form of an electric car, which could…
First introductory test drive of the Lexus GX 2024: off-road brutality — new premium handwriting
For the first 30 years of its life, Lexus was one of the most conservative premium brands. In terms of design, design school, and model lineup. Sometimes more expensive versions «Toyota» were offered under this brand for the Japanese market. And today Lexus seems to be trying to make up for lost time. Bold advertising […]
Bloody broadcast: a streamer crashes a $200,000 McLaren and persuades a wounded cameraman to film
Famous YouTuber and streamer Jack Dougherty was banned from the Kick streaming service for life after crashing a car with a passenger on air.
Xpeng P7+: electric family liftback with a range of 710 km and a new generation of autonomous driving system
Xpeng has unveiled its new electric car, the Xpeng P7+. The manufacturer claims that this is its first car with a new generation of autonomous driving platform.
Tesla has shown Robovan – an autonomous van for transporting 20 passengers or cargo
In addition to the autonomous robot taxi Cybercab During the We, Robot event, Tesla also presented a completely new vehicle for itself – the Robovan autonomous van. It is also designed for autonomous use without the involvement of a human driver.
Tesla Cybercab: an autonomous robot taxi without a steering wheel and pedals with an estimated price of up to $30 thousand.
Tesla held the We, Robot event, during which it announced several new futuristic cars. The star of the show (besides Elon Musk himself) was a robot taxi called Cybercab. Although the final name is not yet clear, as Musk used the words Cybercab and Robotaxi during the presentation.
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