There is no doubt that sooner or later the entire automotive industry will "switch" to electric energy. Just about every major car manufacturer is already introducing fully electric or electrified models of their cars. We have prepared for you an overview of when the inevitable will happen and electricity will rule the automotive world.
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In the colder months, it is recommended, among other things, not to wait too long to charge the electric vehicle, to warm it up while it is still connected to electricity, and not to drive off too fast. Well, these are just some of the tips we present in this write-up!
Today, Stellantis announced an ambitious plan called Dare Forward 2030, which, as the name suggests, foresees a large-scale electrification of its range by the end of the decade. It also includes meeting all sorts of financial targets and promising exceptional customer satisfaction, but electricity and carbon neutrality are undoubtedly the heart of this initiative. Stellantis has Jeep, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Opel, Peugeot, Citroen, DS, Dodge, Ram...
From the outside, ID. Buzz probably doesn't look surprising. The overall shape and proportions remain very close to the 2017 concept, which was heavily inspired by Volkswagen's other concept van from 21 years ago. Certainly not as brave as the concept itself. Which is a shame in a way, as it is aimed at those who embrace electricity and value sustainability. The legend returns!
Italian car manufacturer Maserati has unveiled its latest sports utility vehicle (SUV), dubbed the Grecale. The luxury brand within the Stellanistako group is taking another step towards the announced expansion of its product range. The Maserati Grecale will be multi-faceted, namely as a model with classic internal combustion engines, as a plug-in hybrid and as a purely electric car. Three variants are available at launch: GT, Modena and Trofeo. The E version of the Folgore is expected to be launched in 2023.
After years of waiting, rumors, the Lotus electric crossover is finally here. And it bears the name of Eletre. According to the brand, the word means "to revive" in some Eastern European languages. The company emphasizes that the Eletre model will have the spirit of a traditional Lotus sports car, but with the utility of a crossover.
Smart has grown up and introduced the compact, fully electric vehicle Smart #1. The project, which is being created in cooperation between two giants, Mercedes and Geely, builds on the practical niche function of its predecessors, but surprises with a significantly larger footprint, more capacity and many technical improvements. It is, of course, fully electric.
Jeep has unveiled the updated EV Magneto 2.0 concept, which once again shows what the iconic SUV could look like as an all-electric vehicle.
The world is inevitably changing. Thus, even very traditional brands are opting for an electric future.
In the world of electric vehicles, Tesla is still the first choice of those who need a business limousine due to their work obligations, which can cover 500 kilometers in one piece without any problems. Mercedes-Benz has already proven with the EQS model that it can make an electric car that surpasses Tesla in many ways, but unfortunately also in price. With the new EQE model, it is attacking its strongest segment. Mid-high class business sedan. So the Tesla S. A model has one serious problem!
In the first serious episode of the "My First Electric Car" video series, I fully address the myth that we all believe. I was a true believer myself! The myth that electric cars are more expensive than conventional cars with an internal combustion engine. I will prove that this is not true already in 2022!
Are you tempted to buy an electric car? Then check how the ownership of one and the other compares in the 5-year ownership simulation that we have prepared in our editorial office. The savings of an electric car compared to a conventional car are huge, exceeding 63 percent in certain scenarios.