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.
Demand for hybrid cars in Ukraine increased by 22%: which models are most popular
Hybrid cars are not yet very popular among Ukrainians. The number of such vehicles imported is several times lower than the number of cars with only internal combustion engines or only electric propulsion. For comparison, in September, Ukraine’s car fleet was replenished by 2 thousand hybrid passenger cars (mild and plug-in hybrids combined).…
The Volkswagen Tayron is a new SUV with a wide range of engines and configurations starting at €45.5 thousand.
Volkswagen introduced a new car called Tayron in Europe. It has been available in China since 2018 and is now making its way to the company’s European portfolio. In fact, it is a seven-seater version of the latest generation Tiguan. In other words, it replaces the old Tiguan Allspace sold in Europe.
Paramount+ movie streaming will be available in BMW and Mini electric cars. But there are nuances
BMW and Mini electric vehicles equipped with BMW or Mini Operating System 9 receive the Paramount+ streaming service in addition to the BMW Digital Premium or Mini Connected Package.
Price wars: 195 models of Chinese cars fell in price this year
While Ukrainian leaders were preparing a tax increase that would have caused a 15% rise in the price of cars for UkrainiansThe opposite is true in China. According to Cui Dongshu, Secretary General of the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA), from January to September this year, a total of 195 car models were reduced in price.
Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD returns to Europe and offers over 700 km of autonomy
Tesla is preparing to relaunch the Model 3 Long Range RWD in Europe, which was discontinued in 2019. The new version will have an updated look of the Model 3, and at the same time offer an increased range of more than 700 km.
TOP-5 new and used electric cars in September 2024 in Ukraine
In September 2024, there were 4289 more electric vehicles in Ukraine. The demand for battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) decreased by 0.2% compared to September of the previous year.
Companies don’t want to insure Tesla Cybertruck — cancel policies or offer premiums higher than the cost of the car
GEICO, the second largest U.S. auto insurer, has refused to insure a Tesla Cybertruck because it is… a Cybertruck. Other owners write about rejections from this and other companies.
The most popular crossovers of 2024: Tesla Model Y, Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V and others
The focus2move resource has published a global ranking of the best-selling crossovers as of August 2024. By August 2024, the most popular crossover was still the Tesla Model Y, which is leading with sales of 754,691 units. Sales of this model increased by +4.3%.
Detailed review of the Škoda Elroq: electric car, gadget or accessory?
The Czechs have reconsidered their approach to owning an electric car, trying to fix its main drawbacks. The Elroq is designed to be as user-friendly as possible in terms of operation and price: at equivalent prices, the battery-powered Karoq alternative is more spacious, comfortable, better equipped, and looks pricier. «The first of the main…
Demand for used cars from abroad: what models do Ukrainians choose?
In addition to 5.7 thousand new passenger cars In September, Ukrainians also purchased almost 17 thousand used cars imported from abroad.
Peugeot e-408: Tesla Model 3 competitor with a range of 453 km
Peugeot has unveiled its new electric vehicle, the e-408 fastback. It shares a common base with the Peugeot e-308, but boasts a unique powertrain and design designed to compete with such well-known players as the Tesla Model 3 and Polestar 2.
A driver sued for $150,000 from a car mechanic who had been repairing her Porsche for 11 years
The mechanic kept postponing the repairs and even claimed that the woman owed him money for storing the car.
Like Disney: those seriously injured in an Uber accident cannot sue the company for ordering a pizza by their underage daughter
Another company denies its customers the right to sue due to severe consequences, citing a license agreement. Last time it was Disney, now it’s Uber.
Volkswagen ID.7 Pro S covered 794 km on a single battery charge in real-world conditions
The Volkswagen ID.7 Pro S electric car has a promising claimed range of 709 km on the WLTP cycle. However, the manufacturer now claims that the car is not only capable of driving this distance in real-world conditions, but even significantly exceeds the declared autonomy. During real-world testing, the Volkswagen ID.7 Pro S covered an impressive…
Tesla Cybertruck gets Full Self-Driving and immediately veers into the wrong lane of Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles
Tesla has begun rolling out its controversial and probably misnamed software Full Self-Driving («Fully autonomous driving») on the Cybertruck. What could have gone wrong?
Traditional internal combustion engines still dominate: 63% of the new car market in Ukraine
Cars with traditional internal combustion engines still account for almost two-thirds of the new passenger car market. They account for 63% of the total number of new registered vehicles. Compared to September 2023, this figure decreased by 5 percentage points. Last year, they held 68% of the market.
Tesla stopped selling the cheapest Model 3 Standard Range model
Tesla has stopped selling its cheapest electric car model: Model 3 Standard Range Rear-Wheel-Drive. This follows from the updated online Model 3 configurator, which no longer contains this version.
Ukrainians choose crossovers: TOP-10 most popular models of September 2024
How to was reported Earlier, in September 2024, 5.7 thousand new passenger cars were registered in Ukraine. Although the TOYOTA brand demonstrated the highest sales, the most popular model was the RENAULT Duster crossover.
Skoda Elroq: the brand’s first all-electric crossover with a range of up to 560 km
Skoda has officially unveiled the new Elroq, the brand’s first all-electric model. It is a compact crossover that offers a wide range of powertrain and battery options with a maximum range of over 560 kilometers.
In September, Ukrainians bought 5.7 thousand new passenger cars. What brands were the most popular
During August 2024 more than 8.1 thousand new passenger cars were registered in Ukraine. This was a new record for the last 32 months that Ukraine has been at full-scale war. However, in September, the car market saw a decline in activity.
A hacker has found a way to hack any KIA and get the owner’s data — again
Through two years after the Kia ChallengeAfter the hackers found a way to steal almost any KIA and Hyundai produced after 2011, the Koreans are back in the spotlight. A newly discovered vulnerability allows any Kia with a license plate alone to be unlocked and started.
Leapmotor T03: a Chinese electric car with European production and a price of €18900
Chinese automaker Leapmotor is launching sales of its T03 compact city electric vehicle in Europe. This model is expected to be one of the cheapest electric vehicles in Europe.
Sales of Chinese electric vehicles in Europe fell by 48%
In August 2024, Chinese automakers sold the fewest electric vehicles in Europe over the past 18 months. The number of registrations last month decreased by 48% compared to the same period last year. This drop led to a decline in the share of Chinese brands for the second month in a row.
Waymo robot taxi blocked Kamala Harris’ motorcade — the cop had to tow the car manually
Videos circulating on social media show a Waymo robotaxi standing across the street with its headlights on, while the rest of the traffic is forced to carefully drive around the car.
Toyota Yaris Cross 2024 test drive: the original in a more powerful package
The era of small crossovers is still at the top of its game, and the Toyota Yaris Cross 2024 is no exception, but rather a confirmation of this. It offers all the advantages of a mini hatch along with increased visibility, more practical seating, improved economy, and now a more driving character. Toyota Yaris Cross […]
«Tesla Cybertruck’s ultra-strong» glass cracked from… wiping with a microfiber
In addition to street thieves and overzealous fans, the Tesla Cybertruck’s glass has a new terrible enemy: the wiping cloth.
«All modern cars are shit»: Jeremy Clarkson of Top Gear and The Grand Tour summarizes his views
For many decades, Jeremy Clarkson has been known for his controversial views on Top Gear and The Grand Tour. Now he has come to a kind of conclusion.
At Tesla’s plant in Germany, 17% of employees are on sick leave, and 200 have not been at work since the beginning of the year — Elon Musk is shocked
Production of Tesla in Germany faces an unusual problem — sick leave. Employees use the social system, and trade unions say that the company has extremely difficult working conditions.
«Autonomous» Tesla Full Self-Driving requires intervention every 21 km, — independent testing
The Tesla Full Self-Driving system was tested by the independent company AMCI. «Autonomous» The car’s steering requires manual adjustment every 21 km on average.
Record sales of new cars: Ukrainians spent UAH 15 billion in August
Recently was reportedreported that the Ukrainian automotive market experienced a real boom in August. Sales of new passenger cars in Ukraine increased by 40% to 8.1 thousand units, a record high for new car sales over the past 32 months.
The Luxeed R7 is a competitor to the Tesla Model Y from Huawei and Chery with a range of up to 800 km and a price of €33.3 thousand.
The Luxeed brand, backed by Huawei and Chery, has announced a new all-electric SUV, the R7, which looks like a real competitor to the Model Y. At the same time, it offers a wider range of features.
War consequences: the number of cars on Kyiv’s streets has increased to 1.2 million
Every day, motorists in Kyiv face problems: numerous traffic jams and difficulty finding parking spaces. Volodymyr Prokopiv, Deputy Head of the Kyiv City State Administration, explains this by the significant increase in the number of cars on the roads (and in the yards) of the capital.
BYD Song Pro DM-i: a plug-in hybrid SUV with a range of up to 1400 km
BYD has launched the updated Song Pro DM-i compact plug-in hybrid crossover. This model features BYD’s latest DM 5.0 hybrid system, which improves fuel efficiency and performance.
TESLA leads among used cars under 5 years old in Ukraine – electric cars account for 41% of new registrations
During August 2024 more than 25.7 thousand used cars were registered in UkraineThe average age of these cars is about 5 years old. The average age of such cars is 8.6 years. At the same time, about a third of this number is accounted for by cars under 5 years old – 8.4 thousand of them were registered.
TOP 5 advanced technologies in the electric Porsche Macan
We are meeting the first all-electric SUV from a luxury German brand in Ukraine. And while it may seem at first glance that the Macan is technologically the same as the Taycan or Audi e-tron, this is far from the case. To fully understand and appreciate all the work of the Porsche team in Stuttgart, […]
M-Hero 917 Dragon Armor Edition: a powerful electric SUV from Dongfeng with a range of up to 1032 km
Dongfeng has announced the release of the new M-Hero 917 Dragon Armor Edition electric SUV. The car has an exclusive Desert Storm Military Yellow color and a contrasting silver roof.
The most popular diesel cars of August 2024: RENAULT Duster, RENAULT Megane, SKODA Octavia and others
Yesterday, we looked at The most popular cars in Ukraine equipped with gasoline internal combustion engines. This time we will focus on cars with diesel engines. In August 2024, more than 8.1 thousand such cars were registered in Ukraine for the first time. This is 2% less than in August 2023.
Maxus eTerron 9: the first electric all-wheel drive pickup in Europe
Chinese automaker Maxus has launched Europe’s first electric pickup truck with all-wheel drive, beating Toyota, Ford, and several others to the market. The new Maxus eTerron 9 is slightly larger than the Ford Ranger and has a length of 5.5 meters.
China’s NIO Onvo L60: $21200 for an electric car, batteries — with a subscription from $85/month
NIO has presented its new competitor to Tesla Model Y – Onvo L60. However, the Chinese electric crossover is offered at a much lower price.
The most popular gasoline cars of August 2024: Mazda CX5, VOLKSWAGEN Golf and others
Cars with gasoline engines continue to be in high demand among Ukrainians. In August, 3.3 thousand new cars with gasoline engines were registered in Ukraine. This is 35% more than in the same period last year. The surge in purchases was probably caused by the government’s tax initiative to levy a 15% military tax on the purchase of a new car.
The Audi RS e-tron GT Performance is a «rocket» with 925 hp that accelerates to «60» in 2.4 seconds. Expensive!
Audi has unveiled its most powerful production car, the electric RS e-tron GT Performance.
Porsche Macan: an electric crossover with a power of up to 639 hp, a range of up to 613 km and a price starting from UAH 3.4 million
A new Porsche Macan electric car was presented in Ukraine. The car is built on the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) electric platform. In this model, Porsche uses the latest generation of PSM electric motors with magnets. By the end of 2026, the electric Macan will coexist with the gasoline version.
Lotus Theory 1 – an electric supercar with all-wheel drive, 987 hp and acceleration to «100 km/h in less than 2.5 seconds
Lotus has unveiled the Theory 1 electric supercar concept. The car has a sporty, aggressive design with reversible doors that open upwards. The target weight of the car is less than 1588 kg. This is much lighter than the company’s latest models, such as the Lotus Eletre.
TESLA Model Y and TESLA Model 3 topped the TOP 5 used American cars in Ukraine
In addition to of new Chinese cars Ukrainians are also happy to buy used cars made in the USA. And many times more.
The people’s electric car: Kia plans to release a budget model with a price of €20 thousand
Kia intends to increase its market share by launching a series of cheaper electric vehicles. Some of them are already in production, such as the new EV3but Kia aims to make electric cars even more affordable. This is planned to be achieved with the help of a new entry-level model, the price of which will be about €20 thousand.
Volkswagen Transporter will be available as an electric vehicle and a plug-in hybrid for the first time
The popular next-generation Volkswagen Transporter van will be available with fully electric and hybrid powertrains for the first time. Diesel engines will also be available in the seventh generation.
Electric cars from China are conquering the Ukrainian market: BYD Song Plus is the most popular model
In August 2024, Ukrainians purchased more than 1.7 thousand cars imported from China. This is 61% more than in the same period of the previous year.
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