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Hyundai Is Upping Its EV Warranty Over A Common Failure. But Many Owners Are Still Upset
Hyundai is extending the warranty coverage of the ICCU, a part with a well-documented history of failures in its E-GMP vehicles. Owners will now receive the peace of mind that the ICCU is covered for 15 years, or 180,000 miles.…
2027 BMW i7 Gets More Range And Faster Charging With Neue Klasse Flavor
BMW is bringing its next-generation software and electrical architecture to all 7 Series trims. The i7 now gets a huge range boost, thanks to high-performance cylindrical cells. With peak charging power now at 250 kilowatts, the 10-80% time has dropped…
Smart’s Tiny Two-Door EV Is Back
Smart has unveiled the next generation of its diminutive EV. It’s called the Smart #2, and it draws inspiration from Smart’s first model, the Fortwo. The first model is just a concept for now, but a production version is coming…
The Humble Hauler Is A Cab-Less Autonomous Truck With 200 Miles Of Range
Humble Robotics came out of stealth with an electric, autonomous freight platform. The Humble Hauler doesn't have a cab. It promises Level 4-capable autonomous driving in warehouses, railyards, and seaports. Humble Robotics, a California-based startup, just came out of stealth…
GM Just Canceled The Next-Gen Chevy Silverado EV, GMC Hummer EV, And Cadillac Escalade IQ
General Motors has canceled its planned next-generation electric trucks, leaving the Chevrolet Silverado EV, GMC Sierra EV, GMC Hummer EV, and Cadillac Escalade IQ with no planned direct successor. The automaker confirmed the news to Crain's Detroit Business on Tuesday.…
Car Companies Are Eyeing Affordable New Sedans As Crossovers Become ‘Kind Of Boring’
Automakers are beginning to warm up to sedans again. After nearly a decade of crossover dominance, the industry is eyeing up to the possibility of resurrecting the four-door. This could potentially be charged by modified fuel economy standards and consumers…
CATL’s Latest LFP Battery Blows The Competition Out Of The Water
China’s CATL unveiled its latest lithium iron phosphate battery today. The third-generation Shenxing battery can be charged from 10% to nearly full in less than 7 minutes. The LFP packs can also retain over 90% of their original capacity after…