Legacy manufacturers are wary about impending challenges in the electric car marketplace, but EV-specific startups like Rivian and Tesla are holding on to buyers.Tesla managed to deliver around 1.8 million units to customers globally last year, earning the California-based manufacturer the top spot on the BEV sales podium.However, with over 3 million BEV and PHEV models sold in 2023, Chinese automaker Build Your Dreams (BYD) was the biggest electrified-vehicle seller of 2023. Mainstream manufacturers have been sounding the alarm about electric-vehicle sales for the past few months, prompting production scale-backs…
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2024 Subaru WRX TR Arrives, as a $42,775 Top Trim
The previous WRX TR was a more affordable stripped-down version of the WRX; however, the current one is almost as pricey as the WRX GT trim level, which is the highest level of specification. All of the 2024 WRX models’ prices have been announced by Subaru. With a starting price of $33,855, the base model is priced competitively, but the new TR trim is significantly more expensive at $42,775—almost matching the top-tier GT, which is exclusively available with a CVT—. Because of its expensive price tag, it goes head-to-head with…
Chrysler Pacifica Reportedly Getting a Significant Refresh
The chief executive officer of Chrysler has stated that the minivan will be getting a redesign that is “more than just a moderate” in the near future. Automotive News Canada claims that the Chrysler Pacifica will undergo a major redesign in the near future. A statement attributed to Chrysler CEO Christine Feuell states that the minivan will receive “more than just a moderate refresh.” The refreshed Pacifica won’t make its appearance until 2025, following the arrival of Chrysler’s first electric vehicle, the Airflow concept, which was revealed in 2017. Now…
Hyundai N Vision 74 Reportedly Will be Built, Sold In Low Numbers
Hyundai is reportedly planning to produce 100 units of the intriguing hybrid-electric prototype, which boasts 800 horsepower, according to a Korean news source. According to a report from Korea’s ETNews, the Hyundai N Vision 74 concept will be produced in limited numbers starting in 2026.According to the Korean news agency, Hyundai has officially announced their intention to produce 100 N Vision 74s, with 70 being sold to customers and the remaining stock set aside for racing. Rumor has it that the production N Vision 74’s rear-drive hybrid powertrain—which uses electric…
2024 Genesis Electrified G80 Receives $5380 Price Reduction
The 2024 Genesis Electrified G80 starts at $75,570, which is $5380 less than the previous model year. The top-of-the-line Prestige model starts at $80,320—a $630 savings versus last year. Since the Electrified G80 has a starting price that exceeds the $55K cap on cars, it’s not eligible for the federal tax credit. Looking for a new big, luxe electric sedan? Well, the 2024 Genesis Electrified G80 might be worth further consideration, as it’s now more affordable than it was last year. That’s because Genesis has introduced an entry-level Advanced model…
Honda e Drives Off into the Sunset in Europe and the U.K.
After a year of no sales in Japan, Honda has finally decided to end production of the e in the United Kingdom and Europe. Although it has only ever been sold in Japan and Europe, the little electric city car has been on the market since 2020. According to yesterday’s news story on TopGear.com, Honda verified the adjustment. In2020, we got behind the wheel of a Honda e and were pleasantly surprised by how nice it was to drive. In addition, we determined that the US market would be quite…
Mercedes-AMG Reveals SL63 Hybrid with 1047 Pound-Feet of Torque
The 2024 SL63 S E Performance is the latest plug-in rocket ship from Mercedes-AMG, combining a V-8 engine and an electric motor for 805 horsepower. With its plug-in hybrid powertrain, the 2024 Mercedes-AMG SL63 S E Performance can produce 805 hp and 1047 lb-ft of torque. A rear-mounted electric motor and a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 provide this enormous power. The SL63 S E Performance is expected to be priced above $200,000 when it is released next year. You should become accustomed to seeing the “E Performance” label if you enjoy…
Chrysler 300 Waves Goodbye as Production Comes to a Close
The last 300C special model has already left the factory, and by the end of the year, only the standard RWD American sedan will be made. The last Chrysler 300C has been taken off the assembly line. During its last year of production, the company brought back the 300C performance model, which had a 485-hp 6.4-liter V-8 engine from Dodge’s range. The less interesting 300 car will stop being made at the end of the year. Today, the last Chrysler 300C car rolled off the line in Brampton, Ontario. It’s…
2024 BMW Z4 Finally Gets a Manual Transmission
For the first time, the 2024 BMW Z4 will offer a manual gearbox. Only the six-cylinder M40i cars will be able to get the six-speed transmission, which is part of a bigger performance package. The gearbox is the same as the one in the Toyota GR Supra, but the linkages and bushings are tuned differently in each car. The 2024 BMW Z4 will have a manual gearbox again, after a long time without one. A year ago, Toyota gave in to public pressure and added a six-speed manual transmission to…
‘Opera Unica’ Lamborghini Revuelto Spent 435 Hours in the Paint Booth
Lamborghini is showing off a new version of the future Revuelto with a hybrid V-12 engine called “Opera Unica.” The supercar has a unique interior and a crazy paint job that goes from Viola Pasifae to Nero Helene. The body lines are emphasized by brushstroke details. There is a 6.5-liter V-12 engine with 814 horsepower and three electric motors that add up to 1001 horsepower. Most likely, you turn your head every time you see a Lamborghini in the wild, unless your friends have last names like Jenner or Leno.…