Porsche reveals wireless charging tech for Cayenne
A new system will allow the upcoming electric SUV to charge without have to plug in. Just run the car over the charging pad and it’s good to go. Only this is a cost option and it won’t come cheap. Porsche claims that its manufacturer-supported inductive charging solution is a world first. Known as the Porsche Wireless Charger (PWC), it offers speeds up to 11kW and works in temperatures ranging from -40 to 50deg C. Even debris like leaves or snow won’t interfere with its functionality....
Read moreDetailsTesla Model Y Performance priced for New Zealand
The quickest Model Y yet has been confirmed for New Zealand, with Tesla setting the sticker for the new Performance...
BMW Motorrad reprises old design with Vision CE
At the Munich motorshow, BMW Motorrad is displaying its Vision CE. It is an electric bike for urban centres and...
Mazda 6e testing in Australia ahead of local launch
Mazda’s electric 6 liftback is out testing in the field ahead of what a likely Australasian launch soon. The 6e,...
The Austin Motor Company returns with the electric Arrow
The Austin name is making a comeback, rekindled in the 21st century as a maker of electric quadricycles. In 2019...
Audi Concept C previews stylish sports car for 2027
The Concept C from Audi signals a new era for the brand. With a fresh design guru comes a new...
Honda is about to release its EV FUN motorcycle
The first full-sized electric motorcycle from Honda is testing in Europe, with the maker readying it for that market. First...
Tesla Model Y Performance to set a scalding pace
The big news from Tesla last week was the rollout of its self-driving technology. But hot on the heels of that is the reveal of the Model Y Performance. The facelifted twin-motor Model Y is even faster than before, with a 0-100 sprint claim of 3.3sec. It has a sports suspension set-up too. So it’s quicker to the open road speed limit than a Porsche 911 GT3, an M5 and an RS 6. And considerably less expensive as well. Available to order in the UK ahead of deliveries starting in October, the top Model Y underwent a substantial design overhaul...
Read moreDetailsMercedes-AMG GT XX sets record number of electric records
The Mercedes-AMG hypersaloon GT XX concept car completed 40,000km in less than eight days, rewriting the electric car record books....
Hyundai concept car points to small electric crossover
Another concept car is being teased ahead of the upcoming Munich Motor Show. This time it’s a “forward-thinking” concept car...
Updated GWM Ora out of Thailand
The production facility where Holden Colorado and Trailblazer were made in Rayong, Thailand, is now home to GWM Ora manufacture....
New Nissan Leaf EV could be cheaper than outgoing model
Nissan has revealed pricing for the new-generation Leaf electric vehicle in America. Expect sharp pricing when it arrives Down Under. ...
Xiaomi is branching out into Europe soon
Chinese tech giant Xiaomi is planning to export its electric cars to Europe, kicking off in 2027. Xiaomi is best...
MG Motor announces Nov availability of IM6 electric SUV
The IM presented by MG Motor (IM) model range will be officially launching in New Zealand, after requests from local...
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