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New Volvo C40 Recharge Revealed Fresh Look

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The Volvo C40 Recharge is the brand’s first model designed exclusively as an electric car. In March 2022, the front-wheel-drive basic drive will follow with the single motor. The XC40 Recharge P8 AWD was followed in autumn 2021 with the Volvo C40 Recharge – and since March 2022 the new single motor basic drive with a front-wheel drive from 48,850 euros (as of March 2022) – the second all-electric model from the Swedish brand. This is of course not a two-door, flat car, but a fashionable SUV coupe. The five-door C40 cannot deny its descent from the XC40. This is reflected in the technical data such as the 300 kW (408 hp) top drive with a 150 kW electric motor (204 hp) each on the front and rear axles and the lithium-ion battery also with a capacity of 78 kWh under the vehicle floor. The storage should enable an electric range of up to 444 kilometers (WLTP) – the battery can be filled to 80 percent in 37 minutes at a DC fast charging station. The basic electric drive of the XC40 Rechar...

Polestar O2 electric roadster concept presented

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Polestar is introducing a new study vehicle called Polestar O₂. The electric roadster shows what the brand could offer in the future. We have pictures and information for you. Polestar has presented an electric roadster with the Polestar O₂ concept. The study vehicle could compete with an electric Porsche in the future. We have all the details. Polestar O₂ study presented Electric roadster with a folding roof Series start still unclear Recycled material in the interior Large 115 kWh battery Autonomous drone behind the back seat With the O₂, Polestar gives a glimpse of the future of its models, but it is still completely unclear whether the Polestar O₂ will go into series production at all. Exterior design The Polestar O₂ concept looks crisp and good. Above all, you can see similarities to the Precept study vehicle, especially the front looks very much like the Precept. The platform has been taken from the Polestar 5 and is made of aluminum. The Polestar O₂ is a study for ...

Polestar O₂ electric roadster concept presented

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Polestar is introducing a new study vehicle called Polestar O₂. The electric roadster shows what the brand could offer in the future. We have pictures and information for you. Polestar has presented an electric roadster with the Polestar O₂ concept. The study vehicle could compete with an electric Porsche in the future. We have all the details. Polestar O₂ study presented Electric roadster with a folding roof Series start still unclear Recycled material in the interior Large 115 kWh battery Autonomous drone behind the back seat With the O₂, Polestar gives a glimpse of the future of its models, but it is still completely unclear whether the Polestar O₂ will go into series production at all. Exterior design The Polestar O₂ concept looks crisp and good. Above all, you can see similarities to the Precept study vehicle, especially the front looks very much like the Precept. The platform has been taken from the Polestar 5 and is made of aluminum. The Polestar O₂ is a study for ...

Stellantis shows off Jeep’s first electric SUV

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During the presentation of the new strategic plan of the Stellantis group, Carlos Tavares, executive director of the company,  has revealed by surprise a series of images of the first Jeep electric SUV , which will be launched on the European market during the first half of 2023. The two snapshots shared by the executive correspond to an SUV that, at least in appearance, is slightly smaller than the current  Renegade  (4.24 meters long). Its aesthetic combines elements of the said model (X pilots) and the  Compass  (black roof, C-pillar in the shape of a shark fin), although it is somewhat lower and more muscular than its older brothers. Our protagonist, known by the specialized press as “baby Jeep”, will be manufactured at the Polish plant in Tychy. Initially, it  will be in charge of launching the second generation eCMP platform , which will also be used in the Alfa Romeo Brennero and the updated versions of the DS 3 Crossback E-TENSE, Opel Mokka-...

Fisker Ocean European Version Presented

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The Fisker Ocean has now been presented as a European version at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. The first units are to be delivered to European customers by the end of the year. We have all the information for you. The first electric SUV from manufacturer Fisker is called Ocean and was unveiled on February 28 as a European version. It comes with a lot of power and, if desired, also with a huge battery. The European version was presented Prices for Germany from 41,560 euros First deliveries in Europe at the end of 2022 A sporty but clear look Sustainable interior The top version with a range of up to 630 kilometers 3 trim levels and Launch Edition Fisker Ocean Prices and the Start of Sales The fear is over: The Fisker Ocean will come to Europe. The manufacturer presented a special European model on February 28th at the mobile phone fair in Barcelona. It was also announced that shortly after the start of production in November 2022, the first units should al...

CUPRA Born is now available with the 77 kWh battery

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The  CUPRA Born  is an electric compact conceived from the outset as a sporty alternative to the  Volkswagen ID.3 , a model with which it shares a platform, mechanical parts, and structure. This more performance-oriented character was made clear when, after its presentation, it was confirmed that it would have versions with 231 hp (170 kW) of power (its brother is currently limited to 204 hp). At the time of its launch, CUPRA announced that the Born would be available in  four versions : 150 hp (110 kW) and 45 kWh, 204 hp (150 kW) and 58 kWh, 231 hp (170 kW) and 58 kWh, and 231 HP (170 kW) and 77 kWh. However, during the first bars of its commercial life, only the 204 hp variant has been marketed. The 150 hp model should hit the market sometime in the second quarter; however, the 231 hp versions will be available somewhat earlier, as they  have just been introduced in the German CUPRA configurator  (therefore, they may not belong in reaching other regions...

The launch of an electric Abarth 500 is confirmed

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Last year, the Stellantis group confirmed that  Abarth will become an electric vehicle manufacturer by 2024 . The Italian firm, halfway between a sports division and a full-fledged brand, has been marketing high-performance versions of FIAT models (Punto, 124 Spider…) for years. However, for some time now it has only offered derivatives of the popular 500, the  Abarth 595 , and  695 . Given that the new generation of the iconic urbanite is only marketed in electric versions, it was only a matter of time before Abarth gave it a spicy touch for those who consider the 118 CV of the FIAT model insufficient. The arrival of the first electric Abarth 500 will take place in the coming months , coexisting with the current 595 and 695 thermals until 2024, the year in which Abarth will cease marketing. Although its technical characteristics or launch schedule have not yet been revealed, the company has wanted to involve its community of fans in the development of its latest creati...