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BMW’s M performance division has taken a significant step toward its electric future, revealing advanced development work on a four-motor architecture that could redefine the meaning of precision handling in performance EVs. In a rare behind-the-scenes look at its testing program, BMW M has demonstrated how it’s tackling one of the greatest challenges in electric…
Volkswagen and Rivian have announced a groundbreaking $5.8 billion joint venture focused on developing advanced electric vehicle technology and software platforms, according to a report from Deutsche Welle. Strategic Partnership Aims for 2027 Launch The collaboration, unveiled in Palo Alto, California, will leverage Rivian’s expertise in software and EV technology across VW’s brand portfolio. VW…
Breaking New Ground in EV Tech Collaboration In a major strategic move that’s reshaping the EV landscape, Volkswagen and Rivian have announced an ambitious joint venture focused on developing advanced software and electronics for electric vehicles. The partnership, which significantly expands on their June agreement, involves a $5.8 billion investment from Volkswagen for a 50%…
Apple Inc. secretly collaborated with Chinese automaker BYD Co. on developing long-range EV batteries as part of its now-canceled car project, according to a recent Bloomberg report. This partnership, which began around 2017, aimed to create advanced battery systems using lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cells. The Apple-BYD Battery Collaboration The joint effort focused on developing…
Lamborghini’s Cautious Approach to Electrification Five years ago, Lamborghini made a bold decision to hybridize its entire lineup, but it didn’t jump headfirst into full electrification like many expected. Instead, it placed its bets on hybrid technology, while competitors rushed to release pure EVs. Today, with the pressure for automakers to electrify easing up, it…
Caterham’s pushing forward with its electric sports car plans, tapping Yamaha for some serious EV know-how. The Collaboration The British sports car maker announced it’s partnering with Yamaha to develop its Project V electric sports car. Yamaha’s not just providing the powertrain – they’re also bringing their “vehicle motion control” tech to the table. Tokyo…
Battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) are maintaining their foothold in the US auto market, defying a broader slowdown in new vehicle sales. According to estimates from S&P Global Mobility, BEVs claimed 8% of new vehicle sales in June and July, with September expected to surpass that benchmark. This resilience comes at a time when the overall auto…
Mercedes-Benz, the German luxury automaker, has seen a significant drop in its share price following a profit warning issued on September 20, 2024. The company cited weakening demand in China as the primary reason for the downgrade, which has had ripple effects across the European automotive sector, reports CNBC. Profit Warning Details Mercedes-Benz announced a…
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