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Volvo’s XC60 compact crossover has received a second round of updates Key among the updates is a larger 11.2-inch infotainment screen The updates will help keep the XC60 fresh alongside an EX60 electric alternative arriving in 2026 Volvo on Tuesday unveiled an updated version of its popular XC60 compact crossover, ensuring the model remains competitive as the automaker prepares to introduce an electric alternative, the EX60, next year. Despite debuting in the 2018 model year, the current XC60 will continue to be sold alongside the new electric model, catering to buyers who prefer traditional powertrains. The XC60 has received a…
U.S. EV market share might be flat vs. 2024, but market expansion means 3% EV sales growth EV sales gained 58% looking past direct sales from Tesla, Rivian, Lucid, others California EV sales were close to flat for 2024, but non-Tesla EV sales gained 21% Policy wildcards include EV tax credit, tariffs, emissions policy, and charging infrastructure Are U.S. EV sales still on the way up? The answer is yes, but there’s a complex set of factors at play, including the continued decline of Tesla sales, a rise in popularity of mainstream EV models, and all that’s potentially set to…
Ferrari’s first EV debuts in late 2025 Ferrari’s first EV will likely be a sleek SUV A price tag of more than $550,000 is expected for Ferrari’s first EV Ferrari is working on an electric vehicle that is set to debut in late 2025, and a test mule has been spotted. A test mule is an early-stage prototype where engineers use a makeshift body, often taken from an existing vehicle, to house the mechanical package of the vehicle being developed. 2026 Ferrari electric vehicles test mule spy shots – Photo via Baldauf2026 Ferrari electric vehicles test mule spy shots -…
Croatian firm Tedson Motors has launched its latest restomod project, the Etna, a reimagined Lamborghini Gallardo that adds power while reducing weight. As first reported by Top Gear on Feb. 17, the Etna is a bold project that follows Tedson’s philosophy of blending modern performance technology with modern design cues. One of its standout design features is the taillights, which incorporate the Y-shaped motif seen on recent Lamborghini models. The Etna also receives significant performance and structural upgrades. The car is nearly 2.4 inches wider than the original Gallardo and sits lower to the ground. Much of the new bodywork…
When tailgating, seating arrangements are usually limited to folding chairs and the open tailgate itself. But Ford’s engineers have been working on fold-out seats supported by a trailer hitch. This more elaborate seating design was disclosed in a patent application Ford submitted to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on May 23, 2023, although it was only published by the USPTO on Nov. 28, 2024. Ford hitch-mounted tailgate seat patent image The filing describes movable seats that would stow in a vehicle’s cargo area when not in use, then deploy outward via a support mechanism mounted to the…
Driving on eggshells—not walking on them—might be a good thing. Stellantis is looking to patent a process for incorporating them, or other biowaste material, into tires in order to further lower their environmental impact. In a patent filing published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Jan. 23, 2025 and submitted in 2023, the automaker discusses using eggshells as a replacement for two common filler materials in tires: carbon black and silica. As tires wear, both carbon black and silica are released into the air as dust, Stellantis points out. Indeed, a study published in 2023 found that…
A rare Prodrive P25 is up for sale via an online auction The car is one of just 25 built and the only one finished in silver The estimate is between $599,000-$725,000 Prodrive’s P25 is what the iconic Subaru Impreza 22B STI might have been like if launched today. It’s a supercar in a humble Subaru shell, designed not only to be driven but driven hard. Sadly, just 25 examples were built, but for any well-heeled rally die-hard, a chance to buy one is here. Bonhams is currently hosting an online auction featuring a P25, officially designated as number 10…
Kia will soon expand its electric vehicle lineup with the addition of the EV4 compact sedan and hatchback The EV4’s design stays true to the bold lines of the concept version first revealed in 2023 Availability and pricing have yet to be announced Kia continues to expand its lineup of electric vehicles, with the new EV4 compact sedan and hatchback joining the fray on Monday. First previewed in 2023 by the EV4 concept, the production EV4 sedan retains the concept’s striking fastback design, while the hatchback is equally bold, ensuring the more practical body style will also stand out on…
BMW’s Heart of Joy control unit BMW has developed the Heart of Joy control unit for its upcoming Neue Klasse EVs Heart of Joy consolidates multiple separate control units—such as those managing the drivetrain and chassis—into a single, integrated unit Promised benefits include quicker and more precise vehicle control, plus efficiency gains BMW’s upcoming Neue Klasse family of electric vehicles, set to start arriving later this year, will benefit from a new drivetrain and chassis management system that consolidates multiple control units into a single, advanced unit. This replaces the separate control units that current vehicles rely on. BMW calls…
BMW’s Heart of Joy consists of four integrated control modules at the heart of every Neue Klasse EV The Dynamic Performance Control module integrates acceleration, braking, handling, and steering dynamics The systems were tested to the limits in BMW’s Vision Driving Experience, nicknamed “The Beast” Pushing a vehicle to its limits is the essence of motorsport. Having a pro driver push you around a track in a test rig is the essence of awesome. That’s what BMW had in mind at its Performance Center in Spartanburg, South Carolina, last November. The goal was to show off the capability of its new…