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As the new Tesla Model Y arrived at a local showroom for Demo Drives, I swiftly signed up for one to compare the legacy model to what the company is hoping is an even better version of its best-selling vehicle. The crossover design is popular because it offers so much more space than a sedan but is not the size of a massive, full-sized SUV.
Schaeffler Efficient Future Mobility North America demo vehicle in Detroit. Based on the current version of a popular mid-size SUV, the demonstration vehicle achieves the limit values specified by the CAFE standard for 2020 with no additional electrification of the powertrain. Click to enlarge.
For the purpose of this work Ricardo will lead in the development of a technology demonstration platform based on a Freelander 2 SUV that has been loaned to the LCVTP team by project participant Jaguar Land Rover. The EV technology demonstration platform will be developed through three key stages of work within the LCVTP.
The 150 kW demo is of some significance, as Audi of America president Scott Keogh just announced the company’s intention to build out a network of 150 kW fast chargers to support the 2018 introduction of its battery-electric SUV (the production version of the e-tron quattro). Earlier post.).
Tesla has also been accelerating production of the upgraded Model Y at its Gigafactory in Austin, Texas , with drone footage from a few weeks ago showing massive fleets of the SUV in the outbound lot. New Tesla Model Y first impressions after demo drive The post Tesla starts Model Y ‘Launch Edition’ deliveries in the U.S.
The Kia EV9 is already an impressive electric SUV with its bold design, spacious cabin, and smart technology. Watch how easy it is to use in the demo below. Now its unlocking another new feature. With the new Wallbox Quasar 2 home charger, Kia EV9 owners can power their homes for up to three days and even save on energy costs.
But Hyundai is here to allay your fears, with the Kona small SUVs range a sizeable 449km, but just as importantly, trustworthy too. For that you get a sharp-looking small SUV with 5 Star ANCAP and 10 year warranty, 350km range and a reasonable amount of features. Range anxietys a barrier stopping people jumping into EV ownership.
Founded in 2005, Torc has integrated its self-driving solutions on ground vehicles ranging from SUVs to 300-ton mining trucks. This active lateral and longitudinal assistance package is powered by an advanced radar and camera fusion system. The company employs around 100 people.
Rivian demo drives will be available at SXSW (South by Southwest) in Austin, Texas, starting March 11, 2025, from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm. The company is offering demo drives for the R1T pickup truck and R1S SUV. Rivian’s SXSW demo drives will be available until the end of the festival on March 15, 2025.
In some cases, that can lead to the SUV jettisoning the reservoir like yesterdays news, an event which would cause wonky handling characteristics to say nothing of the sharp metal it could leave all over the roadway. Sales of the entire Bronco family totaled 233,873 last year, representing nearly a third of all Ford SUV sales.
Could you be tempted by an ex-demo or lightly pre-loved premium electric car once they’ve shed dollars from scarily high original sticker prices? Not easy shedding almost $100k in a year, but that’s the case for an ex-demo 4000km-old ’22 BMW i7 limo up for sale in Victoria. Well played, Sir. Another six-figure tumble.
It also included capacitive buttons for features like the turn signals, similar to the flagship sedan and SUV. The round steering wheel could be seen in the Optimus demo video that Tesla showcased during the 2023 Cyber Roundup.
The Cupra Tavascan electric SUV has been fast tracked to Australia as the Spanish brand ramps up its EV offerings. Originally slated for a 2025 arrival, the fledgling Spanish brand has pulled forward the projected on-sale date to December 2024 – and the first left-hand drive demo has just landed in the country.
We have not seen the product yet but we expect to have the product demo by early next year. The Triton announced its plans to launch its electric sedan Model N4 and SUV Model H in India but has been delayed. It is said to be the super SUV for the next generation with futuristic features. crore (USD 150,000).
These are surprisingly roomy small SUVs, and the Extended model’s 420km range is ample for most buyers. But nationwide there are dozens of Oras around the $30k drive-away mark with barely any demo kms covered. These electric small SUVs start from $39,990 new, but MG is desperate to clear them, so is doing serious deals.
Rivian customers may check out the R1T pickup truck and R1S SUV at the Atlanta retail space. They may also schedule a demo drive and learn more about Rivian’s brand and mission. Rivian’s new retail space in Atlanta is open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. On Sundays, it is open from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
For a demo on the Las Vegas strip, using a Lincoln Aviator as test mule, Panasonic used its SkipGen infotainment system and a Qualcomm Snapdragon SA8155 processor. But AR HUD 2.0 could work with a range of in-car infotainment systems. The first-gen, Intel-based system made an impressive debut in the Polestar 2 , from Volvo’s electric brand.
Rivian is testing out Snow Mode with its R1T pickup truck and R1S SUV in select Ikon Pass destinations. Anyone interested in trying out Rivian’s Snow Mode can schedule a demo drive. Below are Rivian’s demo drive dates and locations for Snow Mode tests. You may book a Rivian demo drive for Snow Mode, here.
A Bona Fide Third Row in an Electric SUV Combine the Kia Telluride three-row SUV and the Kia EV6 crossover and you get the all-new, all-electric 2024 Kia EV9 three-row SUV. There are other electric SUVs with a third row, but when comparing apples-to-apples, the EV9 offers the most cabin space for the lowest base price.
Mr Doak said Mazda Australia was still working through pricing for the CX-60 mid-size SUV (it’ll be announced before year’s end) but we estimate the PHEV will likely cost between $70-80,000, due to its electrified drivetrain and high specification. The cheapest dealer demo is $58,490 drive-away with under 4000km showing.
Not because this Swedish-ish SUV’s hugely game-changing, but because it’s a damn good package. It’s priced at about $66,000 drive-away with five years complimentary servicing, but I’ve spotted a number of ex-demos for under $60k in the traffic, plus one with 10km showing for $57,490 on the road.
There’s also a fair number of used EVs under a year old or as dealer ex-demos with heavy discounts over RRP. Official electric range of 320km is wildly optimistic and it’s a pretty joyless steer, but here’s a small SUV with warranty to tempt you into EV life. Many are ex-demos that simply haven’t sold.
You can also meet the new Gen 2 R1S & R1T and take a demo drive. ” The news also comes after Rivian officially began expanding its Normal, Illinois factory last week to accommodate production of the R2 pickup and SUV. Keep an eye out for R3X making guest appearances along the way.”
liter, 3-cylinder implementation (similar to the one to be deployed in the demo truck) to the Cummins ATLAS inline-4 diesel. liter engine to be deployed in the demo truck is a new clean-sheet design incorporating all the latest learnings. The Achates 2.7-liter It could also be the first of a family of OPGCI engines spanning 1.0
The company has begun customer deliveries of its P7-C electric demo trucks, and fleet heavyweights including Penske and U-Haul are evaluating its vehicles. At ACT in Las Vegas, we had numerous people driving the truck on the ride-and-drive event, and the feedback was that its more like driving an SUV, not like driving a Class 4 truck.
A stove-hot and Lava Orange Magmas signature colour version of the GV60 compact electric SUV will be the debut model. Other Magma models confirmed by Song include GV70 and GV80 SUVs and both electrified and internal combustion versions of the G80 sedan. READ MORE: Genesis reboots GV60 EV with giant 27-inch screen.
On December 23, industry sources claimed Hyundai was almost done establishing an all-solid-state battery production demo line. Hyundai IONIQ 9 three-row electric SUV (Source: Hyundai) In September, Hyundai and Kia launched a joint project to develop a precursor for LFP battery cathode material for upcoming lower-priced EV models.
In June, ONE released more details of the advanced chemistries it’s testing, and announced that it will work with BMW to incorporate a Gemini dual-chemistry pack into a prototype BMW iX electric SUV, which is expected to achieve up to 600 miles of range. The BMW iX demo will use generation one, [which] contains nickel and cobalt.
How dare Ford besmirch the good Mustang name by calling a SUV, powered by electricity no less, a Mustang? Then a dealer from North San Diego County called and said they had what I was looking for, but it was a demo. Brett : I couldn’t do a sedan again, and having owned four Grand Cherokees I was comfortable with an SUV.
These include Dual Standard configurations, Dual with Large battery configurations, custom builds, demo vehicles, and pre-owned vehicles. With more driving range and power at a lower cost, the electric SUV could see even more demand in 2025. Rivian R1S (Source: Rivian) Any other models are excluded from the offer.
This year we’ve seen prestige EV prices slashed , mainly ex-demo models sitting at dealerships gathering dust rather than buyer interest. I’d feel a bit of a mug for doing so when a barely sat-in ex-demo’s cheaper by a hundred large. On Audi’s website it lists ten close to me in Brisbane.
The team also said new order flow is estimated around 22,000 after extending its “demo car” discount. The first model, the Onvo L60 electric SUV, starts at just $30,500 (219,900 yuan) as a potential Tesla Model Y rival. NIO will launch a larger electric SUV under the Onvo brand next year while more are on the way.
These malls will also have ‘Experience Zones’ that will offer product demos, while an ‘Engagement Zone’ will host games and competitions with giveaways to win. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2024 , Best SUVs in India.
Hyundai will use the demo line to test the new battery technology. Hyundai IONIQ 9 three-row electric SUV (Source: Hyundai) However, they are not yet commercially available due to poor stability and manufacturing hurdles. Industry sources expect Hyundai will release a prototype powered by the new EV batteries by the end of 2025.
Source: Renault The brand will also display the Renault Emblème , an eco-designed family demo car that aims to tackle the challenge of reducing carbon emissions throughout its lifecycle. Source: Dacia Inside, the C-segment SUV will feature a 10.1-inch inch central touchscreen, a digital instrument panel and a panoramic opening sunroof.
With tweaked efficiency over previous Stellantis BEV generations, and being a relatively light “Small SUV” (B-segment), the Avenger has WLTP combined cycle range of upto 404 kilometres, which — in the mild climates of France and southern Europe — can be enough for many families. Specs include a 50.8
kwh usable battery pack supports three models The Audi A6 and S6 Sportback E-Tron join the Porsche Macan EV and Audi Q6 E-Tron SUVs as the first cars to utilize Volkswagen Group’s new Premium Platform Electric (PPE). A panoramic sunroof with six grades of opacity opens up the space, and the demo cars showcased Audi’s finest quilted leather.
In a world obsessed with crossovers and SUVs, this is a car that looks like a tall sedan but actually provides hatchback practicality, including a fold-up panel for grocery bags that includes hooks and a strap. A BMW owner, he is a possible future Polestar buyer, which made this a demo ride and reinforced my positive impressions.
A demo from the South Korean company shows the front row passenger can watch a movie or play a video game projected ahead of them, for example, but it’s not visible to the driver. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2024 , Best SUVs in India.
Lucid Assistant powered by SoundHound (demo) The one in the drivers seat walking me through Lucid Assistant voice interactivity was Kyle Halstvedt, the technical program manager at SoundHound who helped coordinate this completely new voice assistant for Lucid EVs. It’s super cool. Navigate there, said my seatmate. Follow the road.
Cadillac’s all-electric entry into Europe includes the Optiq SUV, which has a strong emphasis on sustainability inside. The SUVs seats are trimmed with bio vinyl and Seaqual fabric, a material made with plastic waste recovered from the sea. Almost all of the materials used in the demo model can be recycled at the end of their life.
From $64,990 before on-roads, or $67,990 plus charges for our range-topping Tribe Edition, the Formentor VZe medium SUV plays in the Tesla Model Y ballpark. Not many new cars today attract comments from total strangers, but the Formentor somehow manages to stand out among the plague of SUVs. Day 1: Handsome chap, arent you?
The Jeep Avenger is the hairy-chested brands first EV, and Australias first full electric offering in the Light SUV segment. Light SUV means small. READ MORE: Jeep Avenger EV launch review: Can this titchy high-priced SUV take the fight to China? I could be in traffic in an ex-demo giant Jeep Gladiator Night Eagle for less.
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