Topic: ev platform
-
Lucid Unveils Midsize EV Platform, Pins Profit Hopes on SUVs
Lucid Motors is pivoting to profitability by developing a new midsize EV platform for more affordable SUVs priced under $50,000, targeting the high-volume midsize SUV segment. The strategy leverages a new, cost-efficient Atlas drive unit—using 30% fewer parts and costing 37% less—and an 800-volt ...
Read More » -
2026 Nissan Leaf: The Top Budget EV You Can Buy
The 2026 Nissan Leaf is a pioneering affordable EV that has been significantly improved with a new dedicated platform and a liquid-cooled battery, offering more interior space and better range efficiency in a more compact design. It stands out for its compelling value, with a base S+ trim startin...
Read More » -
Why Volvo's Gemini AI Is a Game-Changer for Your Next Car
The Volvo EX60 SUV is built on a new, software-defined electric platform called HuginCore, which processes vast amounts of data from vehicle sensors to anticipate road conditions and enhance driver-assistance systems. HuginCore is a second-generation platform, refined from lessons learned during ...
Read More » -
BMW's First Electric M Car: Four Motors, One for Each Wheel
BMW is launching its first dedicated electric M car, built on the new **Neue Klasse platform**, which uses a revolutionary four-motor powertrain to deliver high-performance driving dynamics. The car features a **software-defined vehicle** architecture, centered on the high-speed **Heart of Joy co...
Read More » -
Jeep Wagoneer S EV: Power with Less Energy
The Jeep Wagoneer S EV is the brand's first fully electric vehicle designed for the U.S. market, entering the competitive midsize luxury SUV segment amid industry uncertainty. It is built on a dedicated Stellantis EV platform, featuring a design that blends classic Wagoneer styling with modern ae...
Read More » -
Ford's AI Assistant Arrives This Year, Level 3 Autonomy by 2028
Ford is developing an in-house AI voice assistant for 2026 and targeting hands-free, eyes-off Level 3 autonomous driving by 2028, aiming to make these advanced features more affordable. The company is pivoting its strategy to focus on attainable driver-assist technology and a new electric vehicle...
Read More » -
BMW iX3 First Drive: The 'New Class' Begins
The BMW iX3 is the first model built on the brand's new, dedicated electric vehicle platform (Neue Klasse), representing a fundamental engineering shift for extended range, rapid charging, and a driver-focused experience. It features a 108.7kWh battery with an estimated 400-mile range, 400kW char...
Read More » -
Lucid Announces Consumer-Ready Autonomous Cars
Lucid Motors is advancing its autonomous driving technology through a partnership with Nvidia, aiming to introduce a Level 4 system that operates without human input in specific areas. The collaboration leverages Nvidia's Drive AGX Thor computers and software stack to accelerate the development o...
Read More » -
Ford CEO's $30,000 EV Strategy Amid China Tariffs
Ford is developing a $30,000 universal EV platform to cut costs and broaden market accessibility, targeting multiple vehicle models by 2027 despite engineering and supply chain challenges. The company faces intense competition from Chinese manufacturers like BYD, leading to the creation of an ind...
Read More » -
Honda Axes Acura ZDX EV Amid Broader Rollback
Honda has canceled the Acura ZDX EV, reflecting an industry trend of scaling back electrification plans due to shifting consumer demand and market conditions. The ZDX, developed with General Motors, offered a 325-mile range and was discontinued despite production preparations to better align the ...
Read More » -
2026 Nissan Leaf: Small, Affordable & Efficient
The 2026 Nissan Leaf offers affordable, efficient electric mobility with a more refined, spacious design and improved performance on a shared EV platform. It marks a significant upgrade from earlier models by using a purpose-built electric architecture, resulting in greater interior space and a v...
Read More »