• Prices of EVs, plug-in hybrids fall in Chinese city of Shenzhen, state planner says

    China's state planner expects an intensified price war among automakers of electric cars and plug-in hybrids this year because of overhanging supply, among other issues, the government body said in a statement on Monday. The National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) expected more than 110 new energy vehicle models among a total of 150 new cars launched this year, intensifying competition. NDRC also estimated the market demand for new energy vehicles, including EVs and plug-in hybrids,...

  • Prices of EVs, Plug-In Hybrids Fall in Chinese City of Shenzhen, State Planner Says

    SHANGHAI (Reuters) - Prices of electric cars and plug-in hybrids in China's Southern Shenzhen city, a metropolis with high EV adoption, have fallen 5% to 10% this year, the country's state planner said on Monday.BYD and Denza cars have been leading the price cuts with reductions of 7.15% to 9.7% to the prices of five models in April compared to those at the beginning of the year, according to a statement of National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC).NDRC cited oversupply, falling battery...

  • BlockDAG Sees 500% Growth as Price to Hit $0.006 in Upcoming Batch; Ethereum Eyes Recovery Amid Fee Drop & Cardano Price Trends Show Struggles

    BlockDAG is capturing the attention of savvy investors looking for the next significant opportunity in digital currencies. With Ethereum fees at a record low and Cardano’s price fluctuations presenting new […]

  • New Electric Mercedes SUV Demonstrates the Power of Choice

    Choosing the Geländewagen is an easy proposition, if you have the cash. There are few vehicles that deliver the prestige that the Mercedes-Benz G-Class delivers.As much as the G-Wagen is a status symbol, so is an electric vehicle (EV). The new Mercedes-Benz G 580 all-electric sport utility vehicle (SUV) is a clear demonstration of the company's devotion to battery-electric vehicle (BEV) power alongside their commitment to delivering other powertrains that the customer is asking for – all...

  • 2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class works on its quads (motors, that is)

    It has four motors, 579 hp, and an off-road heritage that goes back further than the Rivian R1S, GMC Hummer EV, and Tesla Cybertruck. With the electric version of its military-grade G-Class, Mercedes-Benz promises even more freedom from pavement than all those American-built flagwavers, and it does it all with batteries. Joining the G-Class in the

  • Report: Mercedes pulls the plug on range-extended EV possibilities

    Mercedes-Benz is scrapping extended-range EV powertrains after tests of prototypes, according to an Autocar report citing an anonymous source with knowledge of the matter. Mercedes built and tested some prototypes based on existing models, "concluded that the range-extender drivetrain is a transitional technology with a relatively short-term

  • Mercedes-Benz quad-motor G-Class could be the ultimate EV off-roader

    The Mercedes-Benz G-Class, aka the Gelandewagen (which means "all-terrain vehicle" in German) has been in regular production since 1979. It's changed a lot since then, evolving from a utilitarian off-roader to a desirable luxury icon, but it's never seen a change quite like this. Meet the Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology. That's a long and mild name for a pretty radical reinvention of the classic G. This is the first battery-powered G-Wagen, driven by a whopping four electric motors that...

  • Mercedes-Benz finally unveils its electric G-Class luxury off-roader

    Back in 2022, Mercedes-Benz announced that it was going to release an electric G-Class by the end of 2024. Now, the automaker has formally introduced the electrified version of its iconic luxury vehicle that's known for its exclusivity. The Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology comes equipped with a 116 kWh lithium-ion battery that gives it enough energy to run for up to 473 kilometers (294 miles) on a single charge. It also has a maximum total output of 432 kW and a maximum torque of 1,164 Nm....

  • UAW Wins at VW Chattanooga, Sets Sights on Mercedes-Benz Alabama

    The May vote at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Vance, AL, is the next major test of the UAW’s campaign to organize the 150,000 workers employed by European and Asian carmakers located in the Deep South.

  • 2025 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter adds smaller battery, shorter wheelbase

    The Mercedes-Benz eSprinter electric van debuted for the 2024 model year with a long 170-inch wheelbase, a large 113-kwh battery, and a high roof. For 2025, it adds a shorter 144-inch wheelbase, a smaller 81-kwh battery, and a shorter standard roof, the brand announced on Monday. In that configuration, the base price falls from $74,181 to $63,545

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    Jaecoo J7 SUV lands in South Africa: pricing and specs announced

    The J7’s appearance will be a strong drawcard for buyers. We’ve heard and read many people use the term ‘Range Rover’ when referring to its looks.

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