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Cryptocurrency Quick Facts Whether you think cryptocurrency is just a fad or the future of finance, it’s a fascinating technology. You probably made your last car purchase with boring old dollars, but maybe the next one will be with a digital currency. If you’re wondering if you can buy a car with cryptocurrency, you’re in the right place. Let’s take a look at how it works and whether it’s a good idea. As with all money matters, it’s best to consult your financial advisor before making any investments. What Is Cryptocurrency? Cryptocurrency is a decentralized digital asset and an alternative…
The world shouldn’t underestimate American performance anymore. For much of automotive history, the term “supercar” has been reserved for a very specific type of vehicle: usually, one that is European, mid-engined, extravagantly styled, and exorbitantly expensive. However, there has been a decades-long battle on the other side of the Atlantic to prove that the States are capable of bringing about the same caliber of performance, and what has resulted is the competitive nature that has brought about some of the most iconic performance machines from both sides of the pond. Here in the U.S., one of the earliest chapters in…
As it continues to roll out new electric vehicles, Nio is also making it easier for its customers to integrate charging into their busy lifestyles. At the company’s recent Nio Day event held in Hefei, China, Nio presented new charging infrastructure alongside the new EC7 and redesigned ES8 SUVs. Nio, which is often billed as China’s Tesla, unveiled a new 500-kw, 650-amp fast charger capable of charging a 100-kwh battery pack from 10-80% in only 12 minutes, when the battery has an 800-volt system. For 400-volt batteries, the same charge will take 20 minutes, Nio said. The highest charging speed…
The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV once again qualifies for the federal EV tax credit, but now it’s also getting a small price increase. General Motors lost eligibility for the $7,500 credit when it reached the 200,000-unit sales cap that was previously in place. Under the revamped rules enacted as part of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and due to take effect Jan. 1, manufacturers that previously phased out under the 200,000-unit rule can once again qualify—if they meet new requirements for domestic assembly, as well as sourcing requirements for battery minerals, among other things. 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV It was…
We take a look at Rivian’s electric vans. VW’s MEB platform is due for a boost mid-decade, V2G charging could pay off quickly. Used plug-in hybrids are in demand. And it seems the used Tesla price bubble has popped. This and more, here at DriftBreath Reports. While Rivian generates interest with outdoorsy families with its R1T electric pickup and R1S electric SUV, it’s the EDV electric van that serves as a backstop for the company’s business—and its funding with Amazon. We took a look inside and out these key fleet models that will share drive units with the consumer electric…
BMW is working on its next-generation EV platform, code-named Neue Klasse, German for “New Class,” and the automaker has provided a taste of some of the digital aspects of the platform with the BMW i Vision Dee concept. Revealed on Wednesday ahead of a formal debut on Thursday at the 2023 CES in Las Vegas, the i Vision Dee is a compact sedan that’s been built to highlight the growing importance of digitization and connectivity in cars. A related BMW i Vision Circular concept was shown in 2021 as a representation of the circular economy, another core tenet of the…
One of the cruellest realities in life is that when something is done right it often seems as though nothing was done at all. People are far more likely to notice what’s out of place than what has been painstakingly put into place. In the realm of show cars, the Volkswagen community perhaps best represents this builder’s paradox. Unless you are steeped in all things Volkswagen, it’s easy to miss some of their most sought-after modifications. The top dogs in the VW show scene are equal parts nipping and tucking as they are applying otaku levels of OEM+ obsession. Mopar fans are often credited…
Below is a selection of Lamborghini Huracan STOs for sale on duPontREGISTRY.com right now. Each of these Huracan STOs comes packing a naturally-aspirated 5.2-liter V10. This powerful engine produces 640 horsepower and 417 lb-ft of torque. That’s enough for a 0 to 60 mph time of under 3 seconds. What’s more, the Huracan STO is an absolute monster on the track, as it should be considering this is essentially a street-legal race car. Since the Huracan STOs unveiling, collectors and drivers around the globe have been wanting to get behind the wheel of the extreme Lamborghini. Not only is the…
Volkswagen will use next month’s 2023 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas to present the latest member of its expanding ID family of electric vehicles. The reveal will take place on Jan. 3 before a formal debut at CES, which runs from Jan. 5-8 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. VW said it plans to show a camouflaged prototype. The automaker will also confirm the name of the vehicle at the show. A likely bet is a mid-size sedan that VW previewed in June with the ID.Aero concept car. Prototypes for the sedan, which may end up with the name…
Volkswagen has revealed ID.7 as the name for the next model in its ID electric-vehicle family, and this week at CES in Las Vegas it’s showing a “digital camouflage” prototype of the ID.7 ahead of a production-bound reveal later this year. Based on the ID.Aero concept car that VW had already confirmed was U.S.-bound, the ID.7 is a large sedan with a tapered, coupe-like roof and an emphasis on aerodynamics. At 194.5 inches long, it’s about the length of a Tesla Model S and is built on a long 116.9-inch wheelbase. But with a height of 60.2 inches, it’s a…