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Volvo’s 2028 XC60 and XC90 Deliver Double EV Range and Smarter Safety
technology25 days ago

Volvo’s 2028 XC60 and XC90 Deliver Double EV Range and Smarter Safety

Volvo’s 2028 XC60 and XC90 plug-in hybrids get a major range boost thanks to a larger 41.2 kWh battery, delivering 78 miles of all-electric range for the XC60 and 73 miles for the XC90 (with about 590 and 560 total miles respectively when combined with gasoline). Both maintain a 455 hp system and quick 0–60 times (about 4.5s for the XC60 and ~4.9s for the XC90), while adding enhanced safety sensors, lane-change assist, 360-degree cameras, and OTA updates. The interior brings an 11.2-inch Google-based display with Gemini, and exterior styling remains understated. Pricing isn’t disclosed yet; sale is expected in early 2027.

via Engadget|
#ev#plug-in-hybrid#range
VW Mission Efficiency Hits 794 Miles on One Charge with Ultra-Low Drag
technology25 days ago

VW Mission Efficiency Hits 794 Miles on One Charge with Ultra-Low Drag

Volkswagen's Mission Efficiency concept, built on the MEB+ platform with the ID. Polo’s motor and a 54.9 kWh net battery, achieves a 0.158 drag coefficient and extreme aerodynamics to deliver 1,278 km (794 miles) on a single charge at about 42 mph, leaving about 164 km (102 miles) of range. It records 6.89 kWh/100 km without charging losses (7.51 kWh/100 km including losses). The car features extensive aero work (covered rear wheels, wheel deflectors, rear tail), a solar roof, lightweight interior, and practical storage, aiming for efficiency rather than immediate production. VW notes no production version is confirmed; charging supports up to 105 kW DC and 11 kW AC, with solar potentially adding up to ~30 km per day in ideal conditions.

via Motor1.com|
#aerodynamics#ev#mission-efficiency
Audi A2 e-tron Aims for Efficiency Crown With Up to 401 Miles of Range
technology1 month ago

Audi A2 e-tron Aims for Efficiency Crown With Up to 401 Miles of Range

Audi’s A2 e-tron, due to launch in late 2026 in Germany as Audi’s entry‑level EV, uses VW Group’s MEB Variant 1 with four rear‑drive powertrains (168–322 hp) and 52–84 kWh battery options. It targets very high efficiency (drag coefficient as low as 0.24) and up to 401 miles WLTP range (roughly 343 miles EPA), aided by aero wheels, a flat underbody, and bidirectional charging (V2L/V2H). Fast charging peaks at 183 kW for the largest pack, with prices around €38,200 in Germany and no US plans announced.

via InsideEVs|
#a2-e-tron#audi#efficiency
BMW electrifies the X5 with a 525-mile iX5 60 xDrive
technology3 months ago

BMW electrifies the X5 with a 525-mile iX5 60 xDrive

BMW unveils the 2027 iX5 60 xDrive, the first all‑electric X5, built on BMW’s Gen6 eDrive with an 800V architecture and a Europe‑spec 141 kWh pack delivering up to 525 miles WLTP; a dual‑motor AWD setup makes 578 hp and 805 Nm, with DC fast charging up to 460 kW enabling 10–80% in about 23 minutes. The SUV features Neue Klasse styling and an optional Panoramic iDrive display, and it will be assembled in the US (Spartanburg) with US pricing around $75,000; it goes on sale in late 2026, with electric variants following early 2027.

via Electrek|
#bmw#charging#ev
Slate EV Debuts Budget Truck and SUV with 205-Mile Range
technology3 months ago

Slate EV Debuts Budget Truck and SUV with 205-Mile Range

Slate unveiled pricing for its electric Truck and SUV: starting at $24,950 (Truck) and $29,950 (SUV), with up to 205 miles of range from a 65 kWh battery; earlier promises of sub-$20k after incentives are no longer feasible. The Truck offers higher payload and towing than the SUV (1,550 lbs and 2,000 lbs), while both models emphasize repairability with no touchscreen and broad accessory support. Slate also allows upgrading the Truck to an SUV after purchase, includes a 10-year/110k-mile battery and powertrain warranty, and deliveries are expected in Q4 this year.

via Motor1.com|
#electric-vehicle#pricing#range
Are Chinese EVs Worth the Hype? A Reality Check
technology5 months ago

Are Chinese EVs Worth the Hype? A Reality Check

The Ars Technica piece argues that hype around Chinese EVs is overstated: cheap Chinese prices stem from government incentives and low wages, while real-world range often lags CLTC numbers; imported European prices can end up much higher once specs and taxes are included. There are legitimate worries about jobs, privacy, and national security, and the push for AI-heavy, touchscreen-filled interiors may not translate to safer or better driving. Overall, buyers should scrutinize actual range, total ownership costs, and regulatory barriers rather than rely on optimistic claims of “cheap, advanced” Chinese EVs.

via Ars Technica|
#china#cltc#evs
Mercedes-Benz EQS Reimagined: 575-Mile Range, 350 kW Charging, and Steer-by-Wire
transportation5 months ago

Mercedes-Benz EQS Reimagined: 575-Mile Range, 350 kW Charging, and Steer-by-Wire

Mercedes-Benz reintroduces the EQS in the US for 2027 with a 122 kWh silicon-oxide/graphite battery delivering about 575 miles WLTP, 800V architecture supporting up to 350 kW fast charging (roughly 320 km in 10 minutes), steer-by-wire with a new steering yoke, and MB.OS AI features, offered in multiple trims and with extensive customization via Manufaktur Made to Measure; price hasn’t been disclosed yet and the car is slated to reach US dealers in the second half of 2026.

via The Verge|
#electric-cars#eqs#mercedes-benz
Toyota's C-HR EV kicks off at $38,135 with 338 hp and 287-mile range
technology7 months ago

Toyota's C-HR EV kicks off at $38,135 with 338 hp and 287-mile range

Toyota’s C-HR EV, built on the e-TNGA platform, starts at $38,135 (destination included) and will offer hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and hydrogen fuel-cell options. It features a dual-motor AWD with 338 hp and 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds, with EPA ranges up to 287 miles (SE) or 273 miles (XSE). The 74.7 kWh battery supports about 30-minute 10-80% charging via a NACS port, and the interior includes a 14-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. On sale in March 2026 alongside the bZ Woodland, as Toyota expands its EV lineup.

via The Verge|
#c-hr#electric-vehicle#price
Volvo EX60 Debuts with 400-Mile Range, 370 kW Charging and a Multi-Adaptive Safety Belt
technology8 months ago

Volvo EX60 Debuts with 400-Mile Range, 370 kW Charging and a Multi-Adaptive Safety Belt

Volvo launches the EX60, a SPA3-based electric crossover touted to end range anxiety with up to 400 miles of EPA range on a 117 kWh pack (P12 AWD) and 370 kW charging on an 800V system. It comes in P12 AWD, P10 AWD, and P6 RWD variants, features Nvidia Drive AGX Orin ADAS, Google Gemini AI in Android Automotive, OTA updates, and Volvo’s new multi-adaptive safety belt; expect deliveries this summer around a $60k starting point for well-equipped trims, positioning Volvo against the Model Y and European rivals.

via InsideEVs|
#charging#ev#ex60