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U of Birmingham, Bentley and partners in rare-earth recycling project; RaRE

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The University of Birmingham is working with Bentley Motors and others on a three-year research project to deliver a sustainable source of rare earth magnets for electric and hybrid vehicles. Advanced Electric Machines Research Ltd, leading on the design and development of the motors. million (US$3.6-million)

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Imported Audi, Porsche, and Bentley Models Held Back Over Forced Labor Allegations

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While the impacted automakers include Porsche, Bentley and Audi, we’ve seen plenty of brands being accused of leveraging forced labor in the Xinjiang region of China, where the country is said to have forcibly concentrated the Uyghur ethnic minority. authorities could conduct a proper investigation. custom laws.

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Hyundai Motor launches new global luxury brand Genesis

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Genesis models will embody four key aspects: Human-focused innovation; refined and balanced performance; athletic elegance in design; and hassle-free customer experience. Genesis models will feature outstanding driving dynamics and design, with innovations tailored to closely-meet the needs of customers.

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Volkswagen launches new luxury flagship Phideon at Geneva; plug-in hybrid drive planned; first VW brand car based on MLB

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The new Phideon was developed in Germany with the assistance of VW’s Chinese partner SAIC Volkswagen. Volkswagen’s design team derived the Phideon almost directly from the C Coupé GTE concept car, which was presented at Auto Shanghai in 2015, with only minor changes. Earlier post.)

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Polestar 5 will be brand’s top model from 2025

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It’s a clean-sheet design that aims to elevate Polestar’s image. Volvo had been bought from Ford by big Chinese car maker Geely in 2010. Some of them were hired from Formula 1 teams, others previously worked for car makers from BMW-owned Mini to VW Group-owned Bentley, or major automotive component suppliers.

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Tesla Inside: The Ultimate Vintage Land Rover Retrofit

Cars That Think

Automotive Design (formerly East Coast Defenders), in Kissimmee, Fla.—highlights Automotive Design. and its power-train designer and supplier, Electric Classic Cars, in Newton, Wales, will replace a car’s petroleum-clogged heart and give it a new, electric lease on life. Automotive Design. Automotive Design.

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Best EVs of 2022: Our verdict on the new electric cars of the year

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Throw in one of the best sound systems of any new car – that includes Bentley, Rolls-Royce, Mercedes-Benz, etc – and you have a tempting package that plays in the EV sweet spot. Firstly, it’s designed around the new EV platform developed by the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance. Renault Megane E-Tech.