If you thought electric vehicles (EVs) were only for the elite, get ready to change. The six reasons we will reveal predict that EVs will soon become available to a wider range of users. From manufacturing revolutions to battery price drops - the electric future is closer than you think.
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2024 looks set to be a watershed year when European, Chinese and other manufacturers finally start introducing electric vehicles built primarily on electric vehicle platforms that take full advantage of electric powertrains and favor them over internal combustion engines (ICE ). We've put together a list of interesting vehicles that could end up in your garage if you're pragmatic and wait a little longer for the electric vehicles of 2024, which are yet to arrive.
With the ID.Buzz model, Volkswagen revived the iconic heritage of its legendary vans and at the same time marked a new milestone in the world of electric vehicles. The latest addition to this family, the all-wheel drive ID.Buzz GTX brings a sporty version that combines nostalgic design with the latest technological advances.
A new giant has landed in the European sea of SUVs. The new Peugeot 5008 of the third generation brings more than just ordinary driving: it offers a choice between electric and hybrid drive and spaciousness for the whole family. With a 21-inch screen and a striking front fascia, this model will not go unnoticed.
With the launch of the Audi Q6 E-Tron, electric vehicle enthusiasts had high expectations. Audi did not disappoint, offering the Q6 and the more powerful SQ6, both equipped with a mighty 100-kWh battery (94.9-kWh net), promising exceptional range and superior performance. Also announced are Sportback versions and a rear-wheel drive version that will offer an even longer range. Of course, it is a fully electric car, which is almost logical in 2024, but they waited a long time at Audi. Now they are back in the game.
While Volkswagen's ID.2 has been delayed on the starting line for more than two years, Škoda's Epiq shows that it intends to arrive on time and perhaps even overtake the competition. With a design adorned by the new Modern Solid design philosophy, the Epiq is not only visually appealing, but also practical and sustainable. Like the ancient epics that recount heroic deeds, Škoda Epiq promises an epic adventure in the urban jungle and beyond. If it lives up to its promise, it could become a popular choice for modern urban explorers.
In an age where electrics are pushing new milestones and where even eternal advocates of petrol grunts like Jeremy Clarkson find themselves at a crossroads of admiration, here comes the 2025 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT. This car is so stylish that you could drive it around Munich without a guilty conscience. on the streets, but at the same time so explosive that it would easily outshine every star on the red carpet - and in less than 2.1 seconds.
Karma Automotive is celebrating its tenth anniversary with the unveiling of the Gyesera, a revolutionary all-electric sedan that promises to exceed expectations. With 590 horsepower (439 kW) and an acceleration time from 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph) in just 4.2 seconds, the Gyesera is not just an evolution of previous models, but a step forward into the future of motoring.
This is the fastest Chinese: the BYD Yangwang U9 supercar is the Chinese alternative to Rimac Neveri
With a starting price of $233,500, the BYD Yangwang U9 challenges the limits of electric performance, standing alongside supercars like the Rimac Nevera. With up to 1,306 horsepower and a 0-100 km/h time of just 2.36 seconds, the U9 is not only a supercar, but a technological gem that promises the future of supercars, even from a land that was really not known for such cars.
At a time when the past meets the future, the Renault 5, a symbol of the social revolution of the 1970s, is once again in the spotlight. This time as the Renault 5 E-Tech Electric, which will make its world debut at the Geneva International Motor Show on February 26. This transformation of a cult legend into an electric format is not just a tribute to tradition; is a bold twist towards sustainable mobility. We reveal all that is currently known and put together our thoughts.
When it comes to electric vehicles (EVs), Renault's budget brand Dacia has proven with the Spring that affordability and profitability can be combined. With over 140,000 units sold since its launch in 2022, the Spring is undergoing a massive makeover for the 2024 model year. Don't expect a new generation, but a radical facelift that follows the brand's latest design language seen in the new Duster SUV.