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The BMW Vision Driving Experience (VDX) technology demonstrator is a sight to behold, with its low-slung and menacing appearance. Getting into the car required some contortion due to its carbon-fiber bucket seats, but once inside, the experience was nothing short of exhilarating. German motorsport racing driver Jens Klingmann took the wheel and drove us out onto BMW’s performance track near its Spartanburg, South Carolina production facility. This vehicle serves as a preview of BMW’s upcoming Neue Klasse range, set to debut in the U.S. later this year. The test rig boasts an impressive 13,269 lb-ft of torque, 1,200 kilograms of…

Tesla VP Confirms Adaptive Headlights Coming to All Models Soon – “The Hard Part is Over” We recently shared an exciting update from Tesla’s VP of Vehicle Engineering, Lars Moravy, confirming that the upcoming Model Y refresh will include adaptive headlights with matrix functionality. While adaptive headlights have already been available in Europe and other regions, North American Tesla owners have been eagerly awaiting this feature, which has been delayed due to different regulatory standards. During a recent episode of Jay Leno’s Garage (watch the video below), Lars mentioned that adaptive headlights are just a few months away for U.S.…

Elon Musk has recently announced that xAI’s Grok 3 model is set to launch this week, with a live demo scheduled for Monday night at 8:00 p.m. Pacific time. Musk described Grok as the smartest AI on Earth and mentioned that he will be logging offline until the demo to assist the team in preparing the new product for release. Grok 3 is the next generation of xAI’s AI model, and Musk has hinted at some of its exciting new features. For example, the model will include datasets such as “all court cases,” which Musk claims will enable Grok 3…

The recent incidents involving Tesla Cybertruck owners and the Full-Self Driving (FSD) software have raised serious concerns about the safety and readiness of autonomous technology. Two separate incidents, one resulting in a major crash and the other narrowly avoiding disaster, have highlighted the limitations of Tesla’s self-driving capabilities. The incidents come at a critical time as Tesla prepares to launch its robotaxi ride-hailing service in June. With the underlying technology already equipped in millions of Tesla vehicles across the U.S., the incidents serve as a stark reminder that FSD is far from being able to safely transport passengers. In Nevada,…

On February 15, 2025, protests erupted across Canada and the United States targeting Tesla and CEO Elon Musk. Demonstrations took place outside Tesla showrooms and facilities in various cities, including Austin, Boston, Seattle, Portland, Minneapolis, New York, Golden Valley, and San Luis Obispo. Over 36 events were reported nationwide. In the U.S., protesters focused on Musk’s involvement in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a task force aimed at reducing federal spending under the Trump administration. Signs urging a boycott of Tesla products and calling for divestment from the company were prominently displayed. In Canada, protests were held in Langford,…

Chevy Blazer EV.R NASCAR prototype debuts at Daytona 500 2025 Blazer EV SS serves as first electric pace car for signature NASCAR event NASCAR remains tied to gas-guzzling V-8s No major racing series revels in inefficient internal combustion quite as much as NASCAR, but this year its biggest race will kick off with the silence of an all-electric powertrain—and the debut of another glimpse of its fully electric future. The 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV SS won’t be racing, but it will serve as the official pace car, leading the field of gas-guzzling V-8 race cars to green flag at this…

Kia is set to unveil three new electric models at its upcoming EV Day event on February 27 in Tarragona, Spain. These models include the Kia EV2 Concept, as well as the production versions of the EV4 sedan and the PV5 van. The EV2 Concept is expected to be Kia’s smallest and most affordable EV yet, designed to appeal to European city car drivers. It will compete against popular models like the Citroën C3, Fiat Grande Panda, Dacia Spring, and Hyundai Inster. The EV2 is likely to use Hyundai’s E-GMP platform, similar to the EV6 and Ioniq 5. Production of…

The electric vehicle (EV) market is witnessing a shift in consumer behavior, with some EV models outperforming others in capturing new buyers from competing brands. A recent study by S&P Global Mobility has shed light on which electric cars are excelling in attracting these new customers, known in the industry as “conquests.” The Hyundai Ioniq 5 emerged as the top contender in the study, with an impressive 74% of its sales coming from conquests. On the other end of the spectrum, the Toyota bZ4X ranked last in terms of stealing buyers from other brands. The rise of EVs has disrupted…

Scout Motors CEO, Scott Keogh, has recently unveiled new details about the highly anticipated upcoming electric and range extender trucks from the brand. This revelation comes as a breath of fresh air for enthusiasts eagerly waiting for more information on these innovative vehicles. Keogh shared some key information during an appearance on a MotorTrend podcast, shedding light on the differences between the pure electric and extended-range powertrains that Scout Motors plans to offer. One of the main highlights of Keogh’s revelation was the distinction between the pure EV and the EREV variants. The pure EV is expected to provide quicker…

Tesla Issues Service Bulletin to Address Model S/X Rear Lower Control Arm Issue in Norway Tesla has issued a new Service Bulletin regarding the rear lower control arms in 2012-2021 Model S and 2015-2021 Model X vehicles in Norway. The bulletin was issued earlier this week, and comes after Norwegian Tesla owners reported issues with the rear lower control arms. According to the Service Bulletin, Tesla will be inspecting and potentially replacing the rear lower control arms on affected vehicles. The issue is said to be related to a manufacturing defect that could lead to premature wear and potential failure…