Volvo has once again shown that it can combine elegance and ruggedness – this time with the Volvo EX30 Cross Country. This small but confident electric SUV boasts a raised chassis, off-road tires and the indispensable four-wheel drive. So is it ready for the wilderness? Well, not exactly Alaska, but gravel roads and moderately rutted ruts won't make it gray.
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Jan Macarol is the responsible editor of the printed and online editions of City Magazine Slovenia. Together with his two assistants, he strives to offer readers the most unique and fresh information about urban culture, technological innovations, fashion and everything an urban nomad needs to survive in a fast-paced world.
Is Tesla in trouble? There has been a lot of talk lately that Tesla is in trouble – the boycott, the drop in sales, Musk’s controversy… All of this is making headlines, especially in left-wing media outlets that want to diminish its influence. But the truth is completely different. Tesla is not just a car company. It is becoming a technological titan that may one day transform the entire mobility industry – and in a way that we can hardly imagine today.
The year 2025 will be full of surprises. These are the small electric cars of 2025. We're not talking about expensive Teslas or luxury electric SUVs, but cars that you can afford even without a mortgage. Here's a list of electric models that will push the boundaries of affordability and practicality.
If you think electric is boring, then you haven't heard of the Ichiban Godzilla. This electric motorcycle combines retro-futuristic design, brutal power, and future technology. And yes, it even has a "Godzilla mode."
The Beats Studio Buds were one of the most popular true wireless headphones in their price range, especially among Apple users. Their minimalist design, powerful bass, and comfort won over the masses, but they also received criticism - mainly for their mediocre call quality and average noise cancellation. Now here are the Beats Studio Buds+, which promise more or less improvements in all the key areas. Better sound quality, better microphones, better noise cancellation, longer battery life - and as a bonus, a transparent version that attracts more views than a desperate TikTok influencer. But do all these improvements actually justify the purchase?
In February 2025, Slovenia became the venue for the exclusive European premiere of the all-electric Lynk & Co 02. The event in Bled and Bohinj was almost as spectacular as a scene from Bond – except instead of an Aston Martin, they presented a Chinese electric surprise. But before we start debating whether this is a real automotive revolution or just another Chinese trick, let's take a look at what this newcomer has to offer.
Jeep has prepared a new entry-level version of the electric Wagoneer S for 2025 - the Limited model. With a base price of 66,995 $, it is more affordable than last year's Launch Edition version, and brings with it a new trend in the automotive industry: purchasing additional power through a software upgrade.
Asus has let us down again. For the second year in a row, they've decided not to make a regular Zenfone 12. Instead, we get the Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra, a giant phone that's hard to fit in your pocket - unless you're wearing cargo pants from the early 2000s. On paper, it packs a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, some AI tricks, and a slightly upgraded camera, but if you splurged on the Zenfone 11 Ultra last year, you'll find this year's model to be suspiciously familiar.
Apple is preparing for its first major product of 2025 - and it seems that it will be the new iPhone SE 4. According to the latest information from Bloomberg, Apple will introduce the phone next week, but without a special event - it will simply be announced on the website and sent for sale this month. iPhone SE 4 price known!
Toyota is entering the urban fray with the all-new Urban Cruiser – an electric SUV that combines rugged design, smart technology and a flexible interior. With two battery versions, optional all-wheel drive and a wealth of safety features, it targets buyers looking for a modern yet practical electric car.
Subaru has finally taken a step into an electrified future—but in its own way. The new 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid combines a classic 2.5-liter boxer engine with an electric motor, meaning more power and better fuel economy, while maintaining symmetrical all-wheel drive. But is that enough to stand up to hybrid giants like the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and Honda CR-V Hybrid?
European manufacturers are still dreaming of electric cars under 25,000 euros, while the Chinese are already driving them – and not just any kind. The Dongfeng 007 is not a small city car, but an elegant, luxury sedan, as big as a BMW i5, as fast as a Porsche Taycan and packed with futuristic technology. And all this for the price of a decent used Golf. If you've ever wondered whether Chinese cars are a serious problem for European giants, now's the time to sit down. Because the Dongfeng 007 is not the future – it's the present.