Strange overseas car sightings
Christmas period Over the holidays, I visited my wife’s family in Colombia. I probably don’t need to say that Colombians drive to a level of incompetence and insanity that we rarely see in the United States, but I will because the things I witness always make my jaw drop to the floor. Their car landscape is also very different from ours, which isn't very popular with car enthusiasts as there are few interesting vehicles. But the good thing about that is I get to see some brands that we don’t have in North America. Renault has a good grip on the Colombian market, although several of the new models appear to be first-world predecessors. Then there's South Korea's Ssangyong, a company that seems to produce some of the most awkwardly styled vehicles in (recent) memory. So, as you can imagine, the Chinese have entered the Colombian market. In fact, the story says that China has increased its investment in electric…
Upcoming electric cars in India in 2025: Hyundai Creta EV,
Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular in India, offering advantages such as zero emissions and high energy efficiency. At the upcoming Bharat Mobile Expo, Maruti Suzuki will launch its first electric car, while Hyundai will announce the pricing of the electric Creta SUV. If you want to know what other electric cars are gearing up for launch in 2025, keep reading. Hyundai Creta electric car Hyundai Creta Electric is available in two battery pack options: 51.4kWh and 42kWh. The larger battery is said to have a range of 473 kilometers, while the smaller battery has a range of 390 kilometers. Using a DC fast charger, the Creta Electric can be charged from 10% to 80% in just 58 minutes. Using the 11kW Wall Box charger, it takes approximately 4 hours to charge from 10% to 100%. The electric version of the Creta is available in four different variants (Executive, Smart, Premium and Excellence) with 8 single-tone and 2 dual-tone options.…
Top 5 electric cars under Rs 25 lakh in 2024: MG Windsor, Tata Curvv,
Tata Charge electric car The electric version of the Punch is the first model built by the automaker on a new second-generation electric vehicle platform called "acti.ev." It is available in five main variants (Smart, Smart+, Adventure, Empowered and Empowered+) priced between Rs 9.99 lakh and Rs 14.29 lakh (ex-showroom). In terms of features, the Punch EV is packed with cutting-edge technology including ventilated front seats, cruise control, connected car technology, dual 10.25-inch screens, automatic climate control, wireless charger, air purifier and electric sunroof (optional). For safety, the Tata SUV offers ISOFIX mounts, six airbags, three-point seat belts on all seats and an electronic parking brake with auto-hold function. For the uninitiated, the Tata Punch EV scored 5 stars in the Bharat NCAP crash test. The adult occupant protection score was 31.46 points (out of 32 points), and the child occupant protection score was 45 points (out of 49 points). Also read: 5 affordable ADAS-equipped cars in India: Mahindra XUV…
Nissan may merge with Honda to challenge Toyota and Tesla
(Photos courtesy of Nissan, Honda, Mitsubishi) earlier this monthwe shared news that Nissan appears to be in trouble and may only have 12-14 months left to survive. As we've seen before, one way to stay in business is to merge with another company. Not only would this save Nissan, it would also save both automakers development costs. Nissan's lifeline may just come from within its home country. According to business publication Nikkei, "Honda Motors and Nissan Motor Co. are set to begin merger talks as early as Monday as the two automakers seek to create a company that can compete with Japanese leader Toyota Motor Corp. in capital-intensive areas such as electric vehicles. The countervailing group." Another goal? Chinese electric car makers and Tesla. It wouldn't be that shocking (no pun intended) if this actually happened. Back in August, Nissan and Honda agreed to collaborate on developing platforms for future software-defined vehicles (SDVs), which Bosch defines as platforms where software…
Lamborghini delays launch of first electric car until 2029
In a strategic decision that reflects the unique needs of the luxury sports car market, Italian Lamborghini has announced plans to launch its first electric model in 2029. According to Reuters, the move shows that Lamborghini is taking a cautious approach to electrification, with CEO Stephan Winkelmann emphasizing that the market is not ready for a comprehensive electrification revolution in the sports car segment. Lamborghini, a subsidiary of automotive giant Volkswagen, initially planned to release its first electric vehicle (EV) in 2028. The decision contrasts with its Italian rival Ferrari, which plans to launch its electric car lineup early next year. Winkelmann detailed the timeline at a press conference at Lamborghini's headquarters in Sant'Agata Bolognese near Bologna, claiming "we believe that in our segment the market will be in 2025 or Ready in 2026.” Italian Passenger Car Market in 2023 IndexBox platform data shows that Italian passenger car exports will reach US$21.2 billion in 2023. The United States was the…
2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE RWD
There are certain vehicles On the road, things are impressive simply because they exist. The awkwardly shaped stainless steel Tesla Cybertruck is one of them. It was released about a year ago, and it's surprising how many people agreed with putting something so visually radical into production. The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is another similar vehicle. It's launched as an all-electric sedan (after other companies ditched the body style) with brave, all-powerful styling. Hyundai could have erred on the side of caution and launched another crossover in a crowded segment, but they took a chance and released something unusual. Whether Hyundai intends to do so or not, they have also largely standardized on electric vehicles. Pricing and trim levelsGiven that the Ioniq 6 was launched as a 2023 model, there are no major changes for the 2024 version. The model range starts at $37,500 and includes the SE standard range with a range of 240 miles on a full charge, SE,…
Electric cars: Why should you consider buying one?
Electric cars are everywhere these days. From the government to big car brands, everyone has jumped on the electric car bandwagon. You must have started seeing them more often on the roads and wondered what all the hype is about? Or maybe you are skeptical about buying an electric car. If so, join us today as we take a deep dive into this trend, discuss why electric cars are on the list, and list the latest electric cars that are currently booming in the Indian car market. Electric vehicles: emergence and significance Electric cars have suddenly become popular for completely different reasons than most people think. The reason people choose electric cars is not necessarily "worrying about the planet" but rather the economic benefits. People buy electric cars because they get government subsidies, they no longer need gasoline, they have low maintenance costs, they are cheaper to fuel, etc. While there are other reasons for choosing electric cars, economic reasons…
The Big E: July 14, 2024 – Today’s Most Important News
Math Is Hard—But Critical for EVs When it comes to EVs, it turns out two contradictory things can be true. In this case those two things are: EVs cost less own to than gasoline vehicles, and EVs cost more to own than conventional cars. Automotive News, the trade publication that is the Bible of the auto industry, took this issue head on, working with data gathered by J.D.Power, another well-known player in the industry. Electricity at home is usually cheaper than gas The starting point is tallying up the cost of owning a car over five years, in this case—purchase price, taxes, maintenance, residual values, regional gasoline prices and electricity rates as well as zero-emission vehicle incentives. The findings reflect what we know about life in the U.S.—where you live matters. In two states Automotive News/J.D.Power found EVs were more expensive to own than gas cars, but in the other 48 EVs were more economical. But you can parse it…
The Big E: July 17, 2024 – Today’s Most Important News
EV Costs—What a Difference a Day Makes I wrote only three days ago about a study of EV costs that ranked all 50 states by the five-year cost of owning and operating an electric car. The good news is–it found the total cost of ownership over that period was positive (compared to a comparable gas-powered car) in 48 of 50 states. No more free ride in NJ New Jersey took the crown for the most encouraging state for EV owners, offering the possible that after five years an owner could end up more than $10,000 ahead of its petroleum-fueled compatriots. The numbers had a hiccup this month as the state decided to reverse a sales tax exemption for EVs that had been around for decades. In addition to paying 6.6 percent in state sales tax, EV purchasers also will need to pay into a state fund to pay for road repairs and other support for the state’s transportation infrastructure. The…
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