Volkswagen has been on the electric scene for some time, but with the new ID.Every1 concept, the Germans have hit where it really counts – the wallet of the average European. If predictions are to be believed, this cute little electric car will cost around 20,000 euros in production, which puts it in the ring of affordable cars, where battles are being fought for buyers who want green mobility without a painful financial blow. But is the ID.Every1 really what Volkswagen – and all of us – need? Let's look under the hood of this story.
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Why lifting the limit on internal combustion engines by 2035 - represents the greatest possible risk to European innovation and ownership of car brands and the red carpet of the Chinese auto industry. So why, without decisive action, will we lose our car industry by 2035?
The Tesla Cybertruck already looks like a concept from the future in production, but Mansory has proven once again that you can always go further. Their latest project, Elongation, brings a complete makeover that combines a radical look, huge rims and ultimate luxury inside. With a completely new carbon exterior design, a personalized interior and sports tires, this Cybertruck is unique in every way.
Kia is not letting up on its electric offensive – and is now looking even lower in price and size. The Kia EV2 concept shows what a production model we can expect in 2026 will look like. A cross between a compact city car and a mini crossover, the EV2 aims to conquer European streets. Could it become the new electric blockbuster?
The Bavarians promise longer range, lower prices and faster charging. But will the new generation really put BMW at the top of the electric game or just catch up?
Is the Kia PV5 a serious competitor to the Volkswagen ID. Buzz and the long-awaited replacement for the Touran?
The Rivian R1S and R1T are already serious electric SUVs, but now they've got a new limited edition, the Rivian California Dune Edition. With a special paint job, a powerful Tri-Motor drivetrain, and a whole bunch of off-road upgrades, they're ready for any adventure. But is this limited edition really worth buying?
Rolls-Royce has been using the Black Badge designation for its more dynamic and powerful models for almost a decade, but for the first time in history it has bestowed it on an electric car. Forget the iconic 6.75-litre V12 – the Spectre Black Badge retains its all-electric drivetrain, but now with even more power and unique enhancements that place it at the top of the luxury hierarchy from Goodwood. This is the Rolls-Royce Spectre Black Badge!
Are you curious about the price of the Smart #5 - which we will reveal to you in this article. A car that charges at a speed of 400 kW, has 640 horsepower (471 kW) and a projector with a 200-inch screen? If you had told someone this a decade ago, they would have asked you if you had just fallen from the planet Tesla. And yet, that is exactly what the new Smart #5 offers, attacking the European market as a futuristic cross between a premium electric vehicle and a technological marvel.
Kia has finally unveiled the production version of the Kia EV4, which is a near-perfect copy of last year's concept. Which is good news, as it's one of the boldest electric cars around. But don't worry, the retro-futuristic design is still controversial enough to divide opinion. We'll find out all the details in Tarragona, Spain, on February 24th, but we already know that the Kia EV4 will come in both hatchback and sedan body styles.
The Hyundai Inster Cross (Casper Electric) is a cute little crossover that comes in a more rugged version - but is it really ready for adventure?
When it comes to autonomous driving, Tesla is still on top. Their FSD (Full Self-Driving) system is constantly improving, offering capabilities that were science fiction a decade ago. But now China is coming – fast, aggressively, and with something that could completely reshape the automotive market. Autonomous driving is here!