We may refer to the first Pininfarina-branded car, Battista, as an electric ’supercar’, but in actual fact, it transcends the supercar realm into a domain touched by only a handful of cars – the hypercar space. Yes. It is indeed a hypercar and it has a hyper price to boot. But more on that later. So, just how ‘hypercar’ is this hypercar? Well, how does 1,900 horsepower and 2,300 Nm (1,696 lb-ft!) of torque sounds? Absolute mind-bending, I would say. Continue reading Pininfarina Battista Electric Hypercar Is Faster Than A Fighter Jet
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Genesis Reveals Eclectic 2-seater EV Concept Called Mint Concept
Hyundai-owned electric car marque, Genesis, has revealed a new all-electric concept called Mint Concept at this year’s New York International Auto Show. The cutesy Mint Concept is primarily a city car and a premium one at that, according to Genesis. It is a two-seater EV with extremely short front and rear overhangs, Quad Lamps front and back, a Crest Grille on its very Tesla-ish front, “signature Parabolic Line” that wraps around the entire body, a concave rear, and G-Matrix pattern for efficient cooling and airflow circulation around the battery floor. Continue reading Genesis Reveals Eclectic 2-seater EV Concept Called Mint Concept
Fisker Announced “Under $40K” “Mass Market” Electric SUV
Did anyone noticed Fisker did not make news at this year’s CES like it did last year? But a couple of months later, it suddenly dished out news that it is making “a practical, desirable and attainable” electric SUV. So how attainable are we talking about? Well, that would be a base price of below $40,000. At this point, there is nothing to show, save for a front-view render of the electric SUV that looks suspiciously like a Range Rover. As expect of such press release, it is laden with marketing talks that attempt to drive consumers’ emotion. It is not doing it for me, btw. Continue reading Fisker Announced “Under $40K” “Mass Market” Electric SUV
Here’s Everything You Need To Know About The New Tesla Model Y
Elon Musk has unveiled yet another Tesla electric car. This time it is a mid-size SUV called Model Y. Like other Tesla models, Model Y will be offered in several versions, namely, Standard Range, Long Range, and Dual-Motor All-Wheel Drive which itself has two variants: Long Range and Performance. Model Y is design to ferry 7 grown person, along with their gear, but here’s the thing: 7-seater IS NOT A STANDARD. Now, that’s not very nice, Tesla, is it? Continue reading Here’s Everything You Need To Know About The New Tesla Model Y
Meet Nathalie, An Electric Supercar That Has Range Extended By Methanol
This is Nathalie, a pretty bold and ambitious electric vehicle from German automaker Gumpert that we are obliged to call it a supercar because, 800+ HP. Both the brand and the car are somewhat complicated. Roland Gumpert was a familiar name in Audi Sports and he is also the man behind small German supercar maker, Apollo Automobile. This startup in his name is not quite an independent company; it is linked to Chinese electric mobility company, AIWAYS. Continue reading Meet Nathalie, An Electric Supercar That Has Range Extended By Methanol
Volkswagen All-Electric ID. Buggy, Passat Variant R-Line And More
Well, this is it. The 89th Geneva International Motor Show is here and Volkswagen has a lot to share with the world at this premiere auto show. Focusing on electric mobility and performance (like duh?), the German automaker is premiering four vehicles: ID. Buggy Concept, the 8th generation Passat, T-Roc R, and Touareg V8 TDI. But really, the star of the show is no doubt the matte Fern Green ID. Buggy that we somehow have a feeling it won’t happen. Continue reading Volkswagen All-Electric ID. Buggy, Passat Variant R-Line And More
The $35,000 Tesla You Have Been Promised Is Finally Here
Good news, eco-conscious motoring enthusiast who are somewhat tight on the financial department. Tesla’s promised of a more affordable electric vehicle is finally here. We are, of course, talking about the long-awaited $35,000 version of the Model 3 promised in the 2016 launch event. The Model 3 Standard Range joins the next most affordable Model 3 going for $40K. Continue reading The $35,000 Tesla You Have Been Promised Is Finally Here
Yes, Sir! Classic MINI With Electric Drivetrain Is The Right Thing To Do!
Sir Alec Issigonis designed classic MINI introduced 60 years ago remain one of the most endearing classic cars today. It should rightly continue to live on today and beyond. It has earned it, but not without first getting the eco conscious treatment. And eco conscious is this Swind E Classic Mini. The idea of electrifying classic MINI is not new. Even MINI has pitched the idea not too long ago, but unfortunately, MINI has no intention of producing it even in limited numbers. Continue reading Yes, Sir! Classic MINI With Electric Drivetrain Is The Right Thing To Do!
Razer Chroma Is Coming To Electric Cars And Electric Skateboards
Razer‘s ingenious RGB lighting solution, Chroma, was originally conceived as a means of immersive gaming experience. But we heard that Chroma is stepping out to beyond gaming. No. It is not a Razer Chroma Toaster, or any appliance for that matter. It is much bigger than a toaster. Razer Chroma is getting inside cars in China too, as announced by electric car startup Leapmotor in an unveiling event (and reported by Windows Central earlier this month). Continue reading Razer Chroma Is Coming To Electric Cars And Electric Skateboards
Nissan IMs Concept EV Gets A Unique 2+1+2 Seat Arrangement
Nissan has unveiled a somewhat Volvo-ish-looking electric concept at the on-going North America International Auto Show in Detroit. Called Nissan IMs EV Sports Sedan, it is an all-electric, all-wheel drive electric car that boasts a unique “premier seat” 2+1+2 seat arrangement and full autonomous drive capability. The Nissan IMs EV Sports Sedan is driven by dual electric motors that yield 483 horses and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque, and this electric drivetrain is paired to a 115-kWh battery that affords 380 miles (612 km) range on a single charge. Continue reading Nissan IMs Concept EV Gets A Unique 2+1+2 Seat Arrangement