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Toyota Wants to Bring Back Manual Transmission to Electric Vehicles: Why EVs Need a Clutch and Gear Lever
A new patent reveals an unusual approach to electric vehicles - the company is developing a system that simulates the operation of a classic manual gearbox
US includes BYD and Nio in military list: What does this threaten China's largest automakers with?
The Pentagon has expanded the list of companies that, according to Washington, are linked to the Chinese military-industrial sector
Extinguished, but not saved: why electric vehicle batteries can ignite days after a fire
Firefighters explained why traction battery fires remain one of the most challenging tasks for emergency services even after the fire is completely extinguished
Subaru is Not Going to Bury the Manual Transmission: Why the Manual Gearbox May Still Have a Chance to Survive
Despite the transition to hybrids and electric vehicles, the Japanese manufacturer does not rule out the appearance of new models with a manual transmission
Ford abandoned sedans and doesn't regret it, but is still ready to bring them back to the market
Management considers the focus on crossovers and pickups to be the right decision, but demand for classic passenger cars may force the brand to reconsider its strategy
Toyota to bring an unusual prototype to Le Mans: hydrogen engine challenges batteries
The company will for the first time showcase the TR LH2 Racing Prototype - a racing car with an internal combustion engine running on liquid hydrogen - on the track
Robber Escapes in Waymo Driverless Taxi, Dozens of Cameras Fail to Help Police Find Suspect
An unusual crime in San Francisco raised new questions about the balance between user privacy and the capabilities of autonomous transport
Europe retreats, China advances: why plug-in hybrids have become the new weapon of the automotive industry
While Old World brands are reducing their interest in plug-in hybrids, Chinese manufacturers are turning the technology into one of the main growth drivers
Jason Momoa Transforms 1920s Harley-Davidson into a Hybrid
The actor and custom car enthusiast showcased an unusual project that combined nearly century-old motorcycles with modern electric technology.
Tesla again postponed the Roadster: why the company's most anticipated sports car hasn't been shown for nine years
The demonstration has been postponed again, and the promised car with SpaceX technology remains one of Tesla's longest and most mysterious projects
Nissan Revives Primera in Unexpected Format: Legendary Sedan Returns as an Electric Vehicle
The iconic 1990s model received a modern design, an electric platform, and could become one of Nissan's most important cars in Europe
The world is approaching an oil deficit: why gasoline prices could skyrocket this summer
Reserves are rapidly dwindling, and industry experts warn of the risk of a new surge in fuel prices and transportation costs
CATL Launches Next-Gen Sodium-Ion Batteries: Is Lithium No Longer Essential?
The world's largest battery manufacturer is preparing for the first deliveries of new energy storage systems, promising a twofold reduction in material costs.
Audi brings back a 1000-hp V8 supercar: why the Nuvolari challenges the electric car era
The company's new flagship features a hybrid powertrain with almost 1000 hp, Formula 1 technologies, and a limited run of just 499 units
Not CX-5, but CX-50: Mazda Surprises with Sales and Reveals New Brand Leader
In May 2026, the Mazda CX-50 unexpectedly became the most popular Mazda car, and hybrid version sales set a historical record
Subaru ditched its signature air intake: why the Levorg Layback was turned into a hybrid
The Japanese wagon-crossover received a new S:HEV system, a redesigned look, and became even closer to modern market demands
Dongfeng created a new hybrid engine with 45.5% efficiency
The Chinese automaker has certified a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine whose efficiency is already being compared to the industry's best developments
BYD Eyes Maserati: Why the Chinese Giant Wants the Legendary Italian Brand
The largest automaker does not rule out buying Maserati, which could become one of the most high-profile deals in the automotive industry in recent years.
The average age of cars in the US is approaching 13 years, and Ford wants to capitalize on it
The American automotive giant is launching a large-scale campaign to attract car owners to service centers, changing the traditional model of the automotive business
Geely May Ditch Differential Locks: New Galaxy Cruiser 700 Technology Changes Off-Road Approach
A patent revealed an unusual rear axle design that allows torque distribution between wheels without traditional mechanical locks
Chery to Start Producing Cars at Nissan Plant
From 2027, they will be assembled at the British plant in Sunderland - one of Europe's largest car factories
Chery adds autopilot to affordable crossover: why Tiggo 8 Plus is a game changer
The Navigate on Autopilot system appeared for the first time on one of the brand's most mass-produced models, and the starting price remained below 1.1 million rubles at the current exchange rate
AvtoVAZ showcased a deeply modernized Niva Legend with a new engine, updated transmission, and improved ergonomics at SPIEF
The car received a 1.8 engine: the main problem of the SUV has finally been solved
Hyundai sales are growing, but not for all models: which cars unexpectedly pulled the brand forward
The Korean automaker ended May with sales growth, but hybrid versions of crossovers are increasingly becoming the main market driver
Lynk & Co Made the Long-Range Hybrid More Affordable: What the New 08 EM-P Version with 1400 km Range Hides
The Chinese brand has launched a modification of the crossover with an increased battery, lidar, and enhanced autopilot functions
24 Hours of Citroën Ami: France's Most Absurd Race Unexpectedly Becomes a Twitch Hit
The competition of electric microcars with only 8 hp has turned into one of the brightest events in the world of speed
McLaren Releases Hybrid in Honor of an Era When There Were No Hybrids in Formula 1 Yet
The new Artura 1000GP, dedicated to McLaren's 1000th Grand Prix, shows how much the philosophy of supercars has changed
Toyota is preparing a new GR86, and it seems this is the last chance to preserve classic sports cars
The next generation of the coupe could be Toyota's most important project
Former Nio and GWM Designer Explains Why Ferrari Luce Looks Strange
According to him, Ferrari's first electric car is stuck between industrial design and automotive aesthetics - and that's the main flaw of the project
IIHS Names Best Cars for Young Drivers: The Main Advice Was Unexpected
The safest cars for beginners were not the newest or most expensive ones