French startup Beyond Aero is developing the BYA-1, the first hydrogen fuel cell electric business jet. Battery-free, with two electric motors and a modular powertrain swap system, it promises 900 miles of range (1,450 km), 65% lower fuel costs, and a quieter cabin. First certified delivery is planned for 2030.
Remember when everyone was saying that the Chinese were developing advanced battery technology that would change the rules of the game? These weren't just rumors. For at least three years, information has been circulating that some of their battery cells can withstand extremely fast charging - much faster than we are used to in Europe.
While the world is still debating whether electric cars are really the future, China's BYD has hit the nail on the head and proven that the future is not just near - it's already here. Their new fast-charging technology promises to top up an electric vehicle's battery faster than it takes to find the right charging cable in the trunk. So - fast-charging electric cars, coming to series production next month.
Porsche is starting the new 2025 cycling season in its characteristic style – with a top-notch technical masterpiece on two wheels - the Porsche eBike Sport 2025. This is the fifth generation of the Porsche eBike Sport, which is not just another electric bike in the crowd, but a true electric revolution that elegantly combines urban comfort and adrenaline-pumping pleasures on easy terrain.
Renault is reviving the legendary five in a completely new, electric version – and in a way that will leave you speechless. The Renault 5 Turbo 3E is not just a tribute to a rally legend, but a true road rocket. With 536 horsepower (400 kW), a staggering 4,800 Nm of torque and an acceleration to 100 km/h in three seconds, this electric "mini supercar" is ready to shake up the world of high-performance EVs.
When we think of the most eco-friendly car in the world, we probably imagine some futuristic solar-powered vehicle or a Tesla with next-generation technology. But no! The winner of the prestigious ADAC Ecotest 2024 comes from France and bears a name we've known for decades - the Peugeot E-208!
When we think of classic British sports cars, legends like the Jaguar E-Type, Lotus Elise or a Triumph immediately come to mind, renowned for their lightness, driving sharpness and pure driving pleasure. They were the automotive equivalent of a hand-stitched English jacket – timeless and elegant. Let’s take a look at the Longbow Speedster & Roadster.
Remember that old promise of an affordable Tesla electric car? Well, if you thought it was a dud, you're clearly wrong. The new Tesla Model Q, as the upcoming compact EV is said to be called, is back in the game - and this despite Elon Musk recently saying that a cheap car is "nonsensical". But if the latest reports from circles close to investors are to be believed, Tesla is still preparing for an extremely affordable electric car - with a base price of around 30,000 euros, which is more than 10,000 euros less than the currently cheapest Model 3.
If you think hybrids are boring, then you haven't met this Alfa yet. The Alfa Romeo Junior Hybrid Q4 is an Italian that not only turns heads, but also changes the rules of the game - with four-wheel drive that works when others would give up and driving dynamics that would make many an athlete jealous.
Mercedes-Benz has thrown down the gauntlet with the new Mercedes-Benz CLA 2025. An electric drive with two battery sizes – 58 kWh and 85 kWh –, acceleration from 6.7 to 4.9 seconds to 100 km/h and a top speed of around 210 km/h in the electric version, a hybrid with a 1.5-liter engine and a 48-volt system, and artificial intelligence that could overshadow even the best science fiction visions – they have squeezed all of this into a single model that is set to become the first star of a new family of vehicles on the MMA (Mercedes Modular Architecture) platform.
Today, Toyota has hit the road with an electric news that will get many people on their feet – or at least behind the wheel. They have introduced the all-new Toyota C-HR+, a battery electric model that promises to shake up the compact crossover class. If you thought Toyota had rested on its hybrid laurels, you'd be wrong. This car is proof that the Japanese still know how to surprise – and with taste.
If you thought the Range Rover Sport SV was the pinnacle of luxury and performance, the 2025 Range Rover Sport SV Park City Edition will take you even further – perhaps even with skis. This ultra-exclusive version will be made in just three units and is designed as a tribute to lovers of luxury off-road, speed and alpine peaks. After all, are you really a Range Rover owner if you don’t park it in front of a private chalet in Aspen or St. Moritz?