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.
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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.
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.
Volkswagen continues its electric offensive with the latest member of the ID family. Meet the ID.1 – a compact electric car that promises an affordable price, solid autonomy and enough space for the everyday needs of city drivers. With an expected price of around 20,000 euros (approximately 20,800 USD), it will be one of the cheapest EVs on the market, while offering technology currently reserved for more expensive models.
Once upon a time, a 55-inch TV was considered big. Then came 65-inch, 75-inch, and even 85-inch models. And then Hisense said, “Hold my beer,” and introduced the Hisense 100E7NQ PRO – a 100-inch giant that brings a true cinematic experience to your home. If you’ve ever dreamed of a TV that would completely take up your living room wall, now’s the time to see if your dream is ready to become a reality.
German tuner Novitec has taken the already impressive Ferrari 296 GTS and transformed it into a true road warrior - the NOVITEC Ferrari 296 GTS N-Largo. With a wide carbon bodykit and extra horsepower under the hood, the N-Largo edition is something special.
MG, once a British sports car icon now owned by Chinese giant SAIC Motor, is steadily gaining popularity in Europe. After successful electric models and affordable crossovers, it is now entering more serious territory - literally. Here is the MG Majestor, a seven-seat SUV with a true off-road design that aims to offer an alternative to premium models such as the Audi Q7, BMW X5 and Mazda CX-80. But can a car that is actually a rebadged Maxus D90 really convince European buyers?
Remember when Tesla promised an affordable electric car, but then everything went wrong? Well, the new Tesla Model Q – that's what the new compact EV is said to be called – is back in the game! Despite the reversal, when Elon Musk called the affordable model "nonsense", Tesla is still reportedly preparing a new electric car that will cost around 30,000 euros – which is more than 10,000 euros less than the current cheapest models. This is reported by sources close to investors.