BMW overtakes Tesla to lead the European electric car market for the first time
Last month, BMW overtook Tesla in terms of sales and led the European electric vehicle market for the first time. The German automaker is currently experiencing rapid sales growth amid difficulties for other manufacturers.
Tesla recalled more than 9100 Model X cars — they are unsticking
Tesla has announced a recall of more than 9100 Model X SUVs due to a physical problem. The car’s finish may come off while driving.
The 2025 Kia EV9 electric SUV received new options in the base at the preliminary price
Kia has unveiled the EV9 electric SUV for the 2025 model year. The company has added several new features and capabilities to the basic equipment, while maintaining the same price. Thanks to this, the automaker hopes to stimulate sales.
Tesla Semi’s battery caught fire due to an accident – the highway was closed for 16 hours
A Tesla Semi truck crashed into trees and caught fire on the side of a highway in California, causing the closure of I-80 in both directions for almost 16 hours. The first fire crews arrived at the scene of the accident after 3:00 local time.
New Skoda Superb in Ukraine: what the flagship model offers at a price of UAH 1.77 million
The new generation Skoda Superb flagship model is now on sale in Ukraine. The new model has larger dimensions, updated appearance, improved aerodynamics and many new technological solutions.
A competitor of Citroen and Volkswagen: Dongfeng Nammi Box enters the European market with a price of €23 thousand.
Chinese automaker Dongfeng Motor has launched its new low-cost electric car, the Dongfeng Nammi Box, in Europe. This will be one of the cheapest electric cars in Europe, designed to compete with local brands such as Volkswagen and Citroen.
BYD Song Plus 2025: an electric crossover with a range of 520-605 km and a price of $21 thousand.
BYD has presented an updated Song Plus electric car for the 2025 model year. This version of the crossover received an updated design and new features – 16 innovations at the same price as the basic configuration.
Nissan Qashqai 2024 test drive: easy updates – nice benefits
This crossover is always ahead of the curve. As soon as it appeared, it became a trendsetter for crossovers, and it needs to keep the bar high more than anyone else. Along with its competitors, the Qashqai manages to stand out even now when the segment is oversaturated with offers. The company’s hard work can […]
Volkswagen Caddy plug-in hybrid: up to 122 km on electric power, combined fuel consumption of 0.5 liters per 100 km
Volkswagen has updated the Caddy van with a hybrid version with a long range on electric power. The new Caddy eHybrid and Caddy Cargo eHybrid are plug-in hybrids.
Trunk door of «heavy-duty» Tesla Cybertruck bent due to cargo transportation — without exceeding the weight limit
Some people think that Tesla Cybertruck — is not a very good truck (i.e., a cargo carrier). A new practical case confirms this.
Last year, a record number of accidents involving electric scooters were recorded in Ukraine — drivers were often drunk
Over the past 5 years, courts have heard about 130 cases of accidents involving e-scooters — 34% of the total number occurred in 2023, according to Opendatabot.
BMW M Adaptive Suspension: fitted but not available at no extra cost
It was believed that the adaptive suspension in BMW cars (M Adaptive Suspension) is not a subscription option, as the company tried to do with heated seats. But in fact, it can be used on a subscription basis or received after purchasing a car.
In Florida, hundreds of Tesla Model 3s were spotted abandoned in the middle of a field — and they are brand new
The pictures that have recently circulated on Reddit look like scenes from a post-apocalyptic movie or an ordinary car graveyard, if not for the one thing — all «abandoned» Tesla cars are brand new.
Five promises Elon Musk made about the Tesla Cybertruck that didn’t come true
The Tesla Cybertruck has changed a lot since Elon Musk first unveiled the electric pickup in 2019. Not everything he talked about has happened.
Ukrainian Armed Forces turn Toyota Mirai into a miniature hydrogen bomb
The Ukrainian military created a bomb using a fuel cell from a Toyota Mirai hydrogen car. This made it possible to strike the enemy with a very small hydrogen bomb. This happened during the July counteroffensive in Vovchansk, Kharkiv region.
The Cabinet of Ministers banned issuing driver’s licenses and technical passports abroad without updating the data in the register «Oberih»
Those who have not updated their military registration data will not be able to obtain or exchange driver’s licenses or register or re-register cars abroad, the Cabinet of Ministers has decided.
Cybertruck owners say Tesla secretly replaced faulty engines under the guise of research — before massive failure
Last month, several Cybertruck owners reported that Tesla offered them a free replacement drive train at their next service visit. The company explained this offer by researching the first copies of the Cybertruck. However, some Cybertruck owners have recently experienced engine failure. Some believe that under the guise of research, Tesla has been…
First Ukrainian test drive of the updated Mitsubishi Pajero Sport: a good car for bad roads
Yes, it’s not only still alive, it’s new again, having undergone another liposuction. And even if the «sport» in it is still nothing more than eating sushi at speed, the Pajero Sport is more convincing than ever. It is so updated that its photo is not yet available on the official website. And it’s knee-deep […]
The second life of electric vehicle batteries: Porsche has created a system for storing energy from used batteries
Porsche AG has given new life to used electric vehicle batteries. The company has developed a 5 MW energy storage system using used car batteries.
He wanted to save money: the driver connected the Tesla Model S directly to the power line, but the car «suddenly» caught fire
The driver wanted to steal some electricity by connecting directly to the power line.
ICE is no longer a cake: electric cars and PHEVs exceed 50% of car sales in China for the first time
In July, electric vehicles and PHEVs (plug-in hybrids) accounted for more than half of car sales in China. This is a record high and an important milestone achieved for the first time in the world’s largest automotive market.
BYD Seal EV is a Chinese analog of Tesla Model 3, but $10 thousand cheaper
BYD has unveiled its Seal EV electric sedan for the 2025 model year, similar to the Tesla Model 3. At the same time, the new BYD Seal EV costs less than $25 thousand, which is almost $10 thousand cheaper than the Tesla Model 3 in China.
«The sportiest» Volkswagen ID.3 GTX Performance: 240 kW engine, 5.7 seconds to «60 mph» and price from €52295
Volkswagen has launched its «sportiest Volkswagen electric vehicle to date, the» ID.3 GTX Performance. Equipped with the most powerful electric motor and new batteries, it is seen as the electric equivalent of the popular Golf GTI Clubsport.
BMW driver thought he was playing GTA as he fled from LAPD (video)
After a long chase through the streets, which was filmed from a helicopter, the man was finally stopped, and the recorded video ended up being very similar to the live version of the events in GTA.
Mazda introduces car feature subscription: what does it mean for drivers?
Subscriptions to car features are increasingly becoming one of the tools used by automakers to generate additional revenue. Now Mazda has also embarked on this curve.
Nissan has created a paint that keeps cars cooler — 5℃ less inside and 12℃ less outside
According to the automaker, the new paint, created in collaboration with Radi-Cool, contains synthetic composite materials with a «structure that demonstrates properties not normally found in nature».
Charging stations for electric cars: reality is worse than promises
The number of electric vehicles on the road is constantly growing, and the infrastructure of charging stations is also developing. However, a new study shows that the experience of charging electric vehicles in the United States is still far from ideal. After analyzing the work of 20 thousand charging stations in the United States over 4 years,…
«Pass 2.0» from the Ministry of Defense: a new car control system is being created in Ukraine
The Cabinet of Ministers has adopted a decree that provides for the creation of new and improvement of existing information and communication systems for the Ministry of Defense.
First death for Cybertruck: Tesla electric pickup rammed into a concrete pipe and caught fire, killing the driver on the spot
The accident occurred last night in Chambers County, Texas. According to the police, the driver of the Cybertruck lost control for an unknown reason, causing the vehicle to run off the road, hit a concrete culvert, and catch fire.
Tesla is not a cake anymore: owners of Tesla electric cars most often choose models with an internal combustion engine when buying a new car
According to a recent study by Edmunds, in 2024, most Tesla owners abandoned their electric vehicles in favor of cars with internal combustion engines (ICEs). Only less than a third of owners (32%) remained committed to electric motors.
JDI has developed the world’s first touch screen for simultaneous use by two users
The driver and passenger see different images depending on the direction of view and can operate the touchscreen simultaneously.
Test drive of the Cupra Formentor VZ: lightning fast personality
It’s hard when a car constantly provokes you to forget all the boundaries of common sense. It’s impossible to be calm and reserved with the Cupra, it has so much passion and ability hidden under a mask of virtue. In general, the brand itself is not in the habit of doing something loud and ambitious. […]
Mercedes electric car catches fire in an underground parking lot: 70 cars are damaged, 21 people are taken to the hospital
A Mercedes-Benz EQE sedan exploded in the underground parking lot of a residential complex in South Korea, causing a large fire. The fire damaged 70 other vehicles, and 21 people had to be hospitalized for toxic smoke poisoning. Fortunately, the poisoning was not life-threatening.
Audi, Porsche, Volkswagen and other manufacturers postpone plans to fully switch to electric vehicles
Automakers are gradually backing away from their ambitious plans to fully electrify their vehicle lines. More and more companies are recognizing that cars with internal combustion engines will remain on the market longer than expected.
Imports of electric vehicles increased by 83% in 2024, but the average profile of an imported car is — 9-year-old gasoline «snag»
In the first 7 months of 2024, 228,319 vehicles were imported to Ukraine. This is a 14.2% increase compared to the same period in 2023, when 199,980 vehicles were imported. This is evidenced by data from the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Tesla Model S killed a motorcyclist under autopilot (FSD) control, — investigation
The investigation found that the 2022 Tesla Model S, which fatally hit a motorcyclist in the United States in April, was in independent driving mode.
To protect against counterfeiting: service centers of the Ministry of Internal Affairs will issue driver’s licenses and certificates with a QR code
As of today, the service centers of the Ministry of Internal Affairs have started issue new driver’s licenses and vehicle registration certificates with additional protection against counterfeiting.
Audi announces A6 and S6 E-tron electric cars: range of more than 700 km and fast charging of 10-80% in 21 minutes
Audi has prepared several new models of the E-tron electric vehicle line. This time, the brand’s fans are offered electric versions of the popular A6 mid-size sedan and its S6 sports version rather than crossovers.
A fan climbed on a Tesla Cybertruck to prove its strength — crushed the windshield and pretended everything was fine
Elon Musk claims that the Tesla Cybertruck is the most durable car money can buy — despite numerous problems. An electric pickup fan proved that the car is not that strong, and that some people are too overconfident.
Ford loses almost $50 thousand on each electric car. But everything is not so simple
Ford is investing billions of dollars in electric vehicles, but like many other automakers, it has found that building electric cars and not losing staggering amounts of money is not an easy task.
Tesla urges not to wrap the Supercharger with a wet towel
Tesla asks car owners not to use a «life hack» known to electric car owners. They wrapped the handle of the Supercharger charging cable with a damp towel — supposedly this increases the power and speed of charging.
Tesla stock analyst nearly crashed when he tried the Model Y autopilot
Elon Musk says that investors won’t understand Tesla unless they try the Full Self-Driving autopilot. William Stein, an analyst at Truist Securities, took this literally and is not too happy.
The Ministry of Finance on the transportation tax of 15% of the cost: «Buying a car in wartime — not a critical need»
The Ministry of Finance believes that the military tax of 15% of the cost of a vehicle at its first registration will not create problems for buyers or the car market in general, and that law enforcement agencies will be able to fight the shadowing of the market that critics predict.
Hyundai Santa Fe 2024 test drive: an impressive transformation
At first, it seems that the new generation of the family crossover Hyundai Santa Fe 2024 has lost its authenticity, but after a close look, it becomes clear that the crossover has simply changed direction and positioning. All this has made Santa Fe more majestic and adult in many ways. I don’t know what exactly […]
Record wireless charging of electric vehicles — 270 kW without precise parking and harmful radiation
Many owners and enthusiasts of electric vehicles dream of charging them without a cable. American engineers have learned how to wirelessly supply 270 kW to a car.
The US police will buy a Tesla Cybertruck for the service: «We like this dumpster»
In the United States, police departments are competing to be the first to receive a Tesla Cybertruck. It seems that the cops are very fond of this car, despite it’s` the tendency to break, and are affectionately called «trash can».
Tesla’s second life: Ukrainians disassemble electric cars to create charging stations
The war unleashed by Russia has led to the seizure or destruction of a significant portion of Ukraine’s generating capacity. Before the Russian invasion, Ukraine could produce about 55 GW of electricity. Now this capacity has fallen below 20 GW. As a result, the Ukrainian power grid is experiencing a power shortage, which has led to long…
Record on solar energy: American engineers traveled 5000 km without a drop of gasoline
They traveled from New York to Los Angeles in a homemade car and set a Cannonball Run record.
If it breaks down, the ends of the — Tesla Cybertruck are almost impossible to repair
Kyle Wade, an experienced car mechanic from the BoostedBoiz YouTube channel, bought a broken-down Tesla Cybertruck and tried to revive it. He is amazed at the difficulty of repairing this car — almost nothing works.
Toyota Starlet Cross is a city crossover that is half the price of the RAV4
Toyota’s model range has been expanded with a new budget 5-seater city crossover, the Starlet Cross. This is a global modification of the Taisor model aimed at young drivers.
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