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#SUV cars Mazda has won the Red Dot design awards for both the Mazda CX-30 and the electric Mazda MX-30 . This prize is awarded to product design that is considered innovative and visionary. Both award winners are formed within the framework of Mazda's well-known design language, "KODO Design: Soul of Motion," which has roots in Japanese aesthetics and follows the principles of "less is more". Nevertheless, the appearance of the two cars is very different. The Mazda CX-30 is easily recognizable and has a distinct affinity for Mazda3 and other models. The fully electric MX-30 shows a more explorative and modern expression of Kodo design that differs from the rest of the model range. ... Read more from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/suv-cars/2020-red-dot-design-award-mazda-cx-30-and-mx-30

#Motorcycles The new Honda CB-F Concept , whose presentation was scheduled at the 2020 Tokyo Motor Show, which was blown up by the Covid-19 pandemic, was revealed in video streaming. The new concept takes up the lines of the famous Honda CB900F and seems to be ready for production. However, there is no official information regarding the possibility of acquiring. As mentioned, not many details were disclosed, but Honda has confirmed the presence of a 6-speed gearbox and dimensions (L x W x H = 2,120mm × 790mm × 1,070mm) and dual discs up front and a single disc at the rear. Honda CB-F has a 998 cc in-line four-cylinder engine, the same engine that already equips the Honda CB1000R which delivers a maximum power of 145 HP and a torque of 104 Nm. ... Read more from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/motorcycles/2020-honda-cb-f-concept-revealed-online

#SUV cars Geely, the first independent automaker in the PRC, is a reference in quality and technology, and it has been distributing vehicles in the rest of the planet for several years. That developing vanguard put it one step ahead in the face of the coronavirus threat: a Geely model, the Icon, is the first to offer a particle filter that prevents certain bacteria from entering the cabin that no other model can filter. The brand new luxury SUV called Icon , which the Chinese giant just launched on the market a few weeks ago, is the first vehicle to have an N95 air filter certificate . This implies that the system can trap 95% of the 0.3-micron particles before they enter the cabin. ... Read more from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/suv-cars/worlds-first-vehicle-protects-its-occupants-coronavirus-geely-icon

Volkswagen Trucks presents e-BULLI, a fully electric vehicle that produces zero emissions on the road. The concept vehicle is equipped with drive system components from Volkswagen's latest electric vehicle and is based on a T1 Samba bus that was produced in 1966 and has been completely renovated. An important message to all fans of the folk bus and electric mobility: the combination of classic attributes and high-tech electric drive system will be available for sale. Volkswagen Transportcar's partner eClassics plans to offer T1 conversions and finished vehicles in the style of new e-BULLI. source https://www.electrichunter.com/commercial-vehicles/volkswagen-e-bulli-fully-electric-camper-van-64900-euros

These models are the best sellers so far this year. The Renault Zoe is the electric car model preferred by the Spanish driver. The rising trend of electric cars is a reality. Registrations increase every year, despite the fact that fossil fuels continue to dominate sales, and this is thanks to the improvements that these types of vehicles are experiencing. Battery life and practicality in urban environments are some of them. The list with the eight favourite electric cars of Spanish drivers is here, surprisingly led by two French models. The total of vehicles sold of this type already accumulates around 1,500 units so far this year. source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/eight-favorite-electric-cars-spanish-driver

Volvo started production of Polestar 2 at the factory owned by the Chinese Geely Group in Luqiao , China. Polestar, a brand owned by Volvo, has started production of the Polestar 2 electric sedan. The new model will be a direct rival to the Tesla Model 3. The production unit is owned by Geely Group, the owner of Volvo and Polestar brands. Thomas Ingenlath, Polestar CEO, said that the production started under special conditions, with a greater focus on the health and safety of the employees. Deliveries of the new Polestar 2 will begin this summer, market-by-market, starting in Europe and then in China and North America. source https://www.electrichunter.com/electric-cars/polestar-2-production-began-luqiao-china

Xiaomi finances the launch of a new contender for the title of the smallest folding electric bike. It is claimed that a model called HIMO H1 is smaller than any existing counterpart . It is a perfect solution for those who move around the city with an electric vehicle, which does not occupy space and with sufficient autonomy. According to the company, the vehicle is small enough to carry in the backpack when folded. Of course, this is not the fastest and most convenient bike that you can use to move around the city. Nevertheless, it is much easier to carry it up the stairs, to store it in the office or in the apartment than any other electric bike. It also fits easily in the elevator.  Each folding mechanism incorporates a locking system to keep the H1 in both the folded and unfolded position . source https://www.electrichunter.com/two-wheelers/smallest-e-bike-xiaomi-himo-h1-smart-folding-electric-bike

#SUV cars Porsche Macan GTS has 380 horsepower (15 more than before) and 520 Newton-meters (+20), coming from the 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6. The GTS version has a specially adjusted adaptive suspension for excellent dynamics. The ground clearance has been reduced by 15 mm, and with the adaptive suspension, a further 10 mm can be reduced. The Porsche Macan GTS uses 20-inch RS Spyder wheels as standard and can be equipped with Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) brakes. In combination with the PDK automatic transmission and the optional Chrono package, the Macan GTS can accelerate from 0 to... Read more from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/suv-cars/porsche-macan-gts-fast-and-luxurious-suv-380hp

The 64 kWh electric Hyundai Kona has received a series of improvements resulting in an 8% increase in its range, up to 484 km WLTP . A figure that consolidates it, more if possible, among the electric cars with more autonomy on the market. source https://www.electrichunter.com/hyundai-electric-cars/hyundai-kona-electric-increases-its-autonomy-484-kilometers-wltp

The historic Bandini Automobili brand that produced racing cars from 1946 to 1992, returned to the market in style with the elegant electric car Bandini Dora by GFG Style, designed by Giorgetto and Fabrizio Giugiaro . It is an innovative and sporty Barchetta (roadster), 100% Italian and 100% electric car, with a modern design that winks at the past. The new electric car that marks the return of the historic Forlì house, designed by Giugiaro under the GFG brand, is the concept of a modern all-wheel-drive, fully electric Barchetta BEV. The space frame is made of aluminium and the body is made of carbon fibre. Industry enthusiasts, experts and the press have already been conquered by the new Barchetta, destined to carve out a place in the world of electric sports cars . source https://www.electrichunter.com/bandini-automobili-electric-cars/bandini-dora-giorgetto-and-fabrizio-giugiaro

#Sports car Toyota finally brings the new GR Supra 2.0L with a 2-litre turbocharged engine to Europe alongside the version with a 3-litre engine. This sporty model will be available in the SZ-R version only. Those interested in getting their hands on this new car will have to prepare to take out 55,900 euros from their wallets. Toyota GR Supra is characterized by a much lower weight than the version of last year and a different weight balance. The lighter and more compact engine, combined with some technical features, have enabled Japanese technicians and engineers to reduce the vehicle weight by as much as 100 kilograms and to move the position of the same engine towards the centre of gravity of the car. ... Read more from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/sports-car/toyota-gr-supra-20l-258-hp-and-lots-fun

The aftermath of the Covid-19 epidemic is hitting the automotive industry hard . Added to supply problems, the containment measures adopted in many European countries, as well as the closing of concessions which halted all sales, prompted almost all car manufacturers to take measures to suspend the production of their various models. Occurring in a context where manufacturers were already faced with the transformation of their technological and economic models, this crisis of exceptional magnitude will weaken the entire sector. While, since the beginning of the year, they have been doing well with a strong increase in their sales in a market which is globally in decline, electric vehicles have not been spared by this brutal downturn in the activity of the automotive industry. But after the crisis will undoubtedly come the time for a rebound... source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/all-manufacturers-electric-vehicles-temporarily-close-their-factories

The French startup Newron Motors has presented an extravagant electric motorcycle called EV-1 . Initially, a small series of twelve copies is planned, which should be delivered from 2021. The EV-1 electric motorcycle is particularly striking in that its battery is a central part of the chassis. The electric motor also stands out - also embedded in a cylindrical shape - under the deep seat. The 75 kW / 100 hp and 240 Newton meter electric motor is to accelerate the 220-kilogram EV-1 to 100 km / h in less than 3 seconds, with an  electronically limited top speed of 220 km / h . The lithium-ion battery, which is not specified in more detail, allows a range of 250 to 300 kilometres. The battery can be quickly charged via CCS, according to the French website. source https://www.electrichunter.com/two-wheelers/newron-motors-presents-ev-1-electric-motorcycle

The Chinese manufacturer Ehang has received an operating license from the Norwegian civil aviation authority for its electrically powered two-seat passenger drone Ehang 216 .  The company has also signed a cooperation agreement with the city of Seville. According to Ehang, the permit issued by the civil aviation authority is the first operational flight permit for test flights with the Ehang 216 model in Europe. source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/ehang-216-passenger-drone-tests-norway-and-spain

Renault Trucks will begin mass production of the D ZE and D Wide ZE electric trucks at its Blainville-sur-Orne, Normandy plant this month. The plant was expanded for the assembly of the e-distribution trucks. This start of production represents a decisive turning point in the transformation of urban mobility. The manufacturer itself, which is independent of Renault passenger cars, had already introduced the vehicles in June 2018. The Blainville-sur-Orne plant specializes in medium-weight distribution trucks - the 16-ton D ZE and 26-ton D Wide ZE also fall into this category.  source https://www.electrichunter.com/commercial-vehicles/renault-trucks-starts-production-d-ze-and-d-wide-ze-electric-trucks

The Peugeot Ludix was launched in 2000. Thirteen years later, it was a best-seller with more than 230,000 manufactured. The French brand is now looking to revalidate the title of best-seller on the two-wheel market with the Peugeot e-Ludix , the electric version. The Peugeot e-Ludix is ​​a 100% electric scooter. You can drive with a moped license and a B driving license. Peugeot e-Ludix has a German Bosch motor of 3 kW, powered by a removable lithium battery that can be recharged in 3 hours for 80% regeneration. The manufacturer announces a range of between 42 and 50 km. source https://www.electrichunter.com/two-wheelers/peugeot-e-ludix-legendary-french-scooter-now-electric

#Sports car The Danish small series manufacturer Zenvo adds an electrical module to the transmission of the 1,193 hp TSR-S sports car. Zenvo is giving the street-legal version of its TSR-S sports car. The central technical change in the TSR-S concerns the transmission: The self-developed sequential seven-speed box is supplemented by a hybrid module. When accelerating, the small electric motor should also boost a bit . In addition, a more sophisticated traction control can be integrated. Also, the new transmission offers the driver the option of switching between a road and a racetrack shift mode on the steering wheel. Zenvo reduces the weight of the TSR-S by intensifying the use of carbon. Zenvo specifies the dry weight of the TSR-S at less than 1,500 kilograms . ... Read more from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/sports-car/zenvo-tsr-s-high-tech-sports-car-145-million-euros

Volvo has opened the pre-orders for the all-electric XC40 . Volvo XC40 Recharge can now be ordered in Germany at prices starting at € 62,000, however, this is the expensive "R-Design" version. Cheaper models are to follow. The Swedes had presented their first electric model since Geely's takeover in October 2019. The compact SUV comes with two 150 kW electric motors for a total output of 300 kW and a range of 400 kilometres in the WLTP cycle. source https://www.electrichunter.com/electric-cars/volvo-xc40-recharge-62000-euros

#SUV cars The Seat Tarraco FR is the sportiest version of the large SUV of the Spanish brand, with elements of a sporty character for exteriors and interiors. Available with petrol and diesel engines Tarraco comes with a new design line for Seat. It's 4.74 meters long and 1.67 meters high . The biggest Seat is not strange at all. On the contrary, its proportions are correct, and its body abounds in elegance and sportiness. But the views are divided. The important thing is that we like it! On the other hand, there cannot be two opposing views when it comes to the interior. After you open the doors of the impressive Seat you are greeted by a calm and spacious atmosphere. Also, the quality of the materials raises the mood on board. ... Read more from Spare Wheel - we make cars run faster https://www.spare-wheel.com/suv-cars/seat-tarraco-fr-starting-36250-euros

Samsung researchers have presented the prototype of a solid-state battery cell, which should help electric cars reach a range of 800 kilometres and withstand over 1,000 charging cycles. There is also a solution to the problem of dendrite formation in the lithium metal anodes, the Samsung researchers rely on a silver-carbon composite layer for the anode. This not only counteracts the dendrite problem but also ensures greater capacity and a longer lifespan. Samsung is convinced that this is a groundbreaking development. With a thickness of five micrometres, the new anode technology is flatter than the conventional lithium solution. According to Samsung, a solid-state battery designed in this way should have an energy density of a lush 900 watt-hours per litre and yet be about 50% smaller than a lithium-ion battery. source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/samsungs-new-solid-state-battery-electric-cars-allow-range-800-kilometers

Ox Riders have presented the final production version of the OX One electric motorcycle that can be purchased in two versions: one approved as a moped that will cost 3,900 euros and another as a motorcycle for 4,900 euros . The Spanish startup OX Riders has presented the final production version of its first electric motorcycle, the OX One , which until now was in the prototype phase. OX One is an intelligent, customizable and retro-futuristic electric motorcycle that will be sold in two variants, one equivalent to a 50 cc moped and a maximum speed of 50 km / h and another to a 125 cc motorcycle that reaches 120 km / h. source https://www.electrichunter.com/two-wheelers/retro-futuristic-ox-one-electric-motorcycle-4900-euros

Renault has doubled the e-mobility bonus for its Zoe model from 3,300 euros to 6,600 euros in Austria . Under certain circumstances, lease payments of EUR 76 per month are possible for Zoe in Austria. The nationwide e-mobility funding that customers of an electric car receive under certain conditions consists of 1,500 euros from the government and 1,800 euros from importers. In addition to this support, Renault Austria has been granting a further € 3,300 special discount on the Zoe since March 1. The e-mobility bonus in Austria is limited until the end of this year. The application must be made within 24 weeks of registration of the car. BEV and FCEV are funded with the full and PHEV with half the rate. There are also even fewer grants for e-motorcycles and e-mopeds. If you also claim 0% green leasing, the new Renault ZOE can be leased from 76 euros per month plus battery rental... source https://www.electrichunter.com/electric-cars/renault-zoe-gets-double-mobility-bonus-austria...

Originally scheduled at the Geneva Motor Show, the official launch of the new Fiat 500 "La Prima" took place this week . The third generation of the iconic city car, it is only equipped with an electric motor whose autonomy exceeds 300 kilometres . With a connected on-board computer, it is compatible with Android Auto and Apple Carplay. Taking advantage of the environmental trend and European legislation which already announces the end of thermal engines, the Fiat 500 is only available this time in electric . A choice that seems relatively logical since this segment lends itself relatively well to this type of engine, as shown to us by the Peugeot e-104 or the Twingo ZE by Renault. source https://www.electrichunter.com/fiat-electric-cars/fiat-500-la-prima-100-electric-car-level-2-autonomous-driving

Renault shows us its brand new concept car called Morphoz . The car takes the form of an SUV with dynamic lines and antagonistic doors. It is electric and autonomous. The Renault Morphoz measures are 4.40 meters long with a wheelbase of 2.73 meters. It then takes on a 40 kWh battery, sufficient for daily journeys. When the time has come to go on vacation, the prototype sees its body slide to reach 4.80 meters in length. The wheelbase changes to 2.93 meters, which leaves room for 50 additional kWh (90 kWh in total). In "Travel" mode, in addition to having a better range (700 km instead of 400 km), more suited to long journeys, there is now more legroom for passengers, as well as space for two additional pieces of luggage. source https://www.electrichunter.com/renault-electric-cars/renault-morphoz-electric-concept-car-board-intelligence-connectivity

The Gloucestershire police force now has 75 electric vehicles in use - 66 Nissan Leaf and nine e-NV200 . This is Britain's largest electric police fleet which is now operating in Gloucestershire in south-west England. With the new 75 electric cars, 21 per cent of Gloucestershire's entire fleet is electric. The police hope that the cheaper operation of e-vehicles will save them fuel costs and maintenance of £ 136,000 a year - and thus wants to finance the acquisition of additional e-vehicles. The e-share of the fleet is expected to increase to 40 per cent in the next four years. source https://www.electrichunter.com/ev-news/gloucester-police-force-buys-75-electric-cars

Dacia has released the first images and information on the Spring Electric pre-series concept, which has an autonomy of over 200 kilometres and anticipates the release of the series version in 2021. As expected, the first electric Dacia is based on the Renault K-ZE being a mini SUV with 4 genuine seats and 5 doors. After numerous speculations in the international press, Dacia published the first official images and information on the pre-series concept that anticipates the launch of its first electric model in history. source https://www.electrichunter.com/electric-cars/dacia-spring-first-100-electric-car-romania

Citroën will present at the Geneva Motor Show a new and interesting electric vehicle: AMI, 100% electric compact car accessible to all. With only 2.40 meters in length and two seats, the Ami will not need a driving license as it is considered a light quadricycle. The AMI has a lithium-ion battery with 5.5 kWh capacity that gives it a range of 70 km , enough for many customers who make short trips around the city. Plugged into a conventional 230v outlet, it will take only three hours to regain 100% of the load. source https://www.electrichunter.com/citroen-electric-cars/citroen-ami-100-electric-car-1999-euros-month-france