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electric vehicle
Manufacturing Ferrari’s First EV, the Luce, Blends Italian Engineering With Apple-Inspired Design
Ferrari's first fully electric car, the Luce, engineered in Maranello and designed by Jony Ive's LoveFrom, has drawn mixed reactions from fans but offers a unique driving experience. CEO Benedetto Vigna, a physicist and former semiconductor executive, led the project. The car features a cab-forward layout, haptic-focused interior, and preproduction testing was completed in May.
Manufacturing Hyundai Lays Groundwork for Mass-Market EV Launch with Localisation Push in India
Hyundai Motor India is preparing to launch its first mass-market electric SUV this fiscal year, targeting the sub-Rs 15 lakh segment. The company is expanding charging infrastructure and deepening component localisation, having sold about 3,000 EVs in India so far this calendar year. The launch is expected before the implementation of CAFE III emission norms.
Manufacturing XPeng Launches L03 Budget EV in 60 Countries, Aiming for Global Volume Sales
XPeng unveiled its first globally released electric vehicle, the L03, priced starting at €35,600. The budget model boasts a 320-mile WLTP range, 20-minute fast charging, and a suite of standard features. It will launch across 60 countries in Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, marking the Chinese automaker's mass-market push.
Finance Why electric cars cost more to insure – and what's being done about it
Electric vehicles cost 30% more to repair than petrol or diesel models, leading to insurance premiums 10-25% higher, according to Thatcham Research. Tests on a Dacia Spring show a minor crash can cause £4,000 in hidden damage, often resulting in a write-off. Industry experts call for design changes to reduce repair costs and boost EV adoption.
Manufacturing Bentley Torcal EV Enters a Luxury Electric Market in Crisis as Rivals Retreat
Bentley has revealed its first fully electric car, the Torcal SUV, with a range over 300 miles. The launch arrives amid a severe downturn in luxury EV demand, with competitors like Lamborghini, Ferrari, and Audi scaling back or cancelling electric models.
Manufacturing California Incentive Stack Could Cut Tesla Semi Price to $50,000—But Conditions Apply
A viral claim suggests California small fleets can buy a Tesla Semi for $50,000, 83% off the $290,000 sticker price. The claim is partly true: two state incentive programs—HVIP and the new California Clean Fuel Reward—can be stacked to approach that discount. However, the $50,000 figure depends on vehicle class, program eligibility, and the buyer qualifying for both incentives, and the exact CCFR rebate is not flat.
Manufacturing Amble One: $25,000 Electric Buggy From Apple, Audi Alumni Targets Lightweight Mobility
Amble, a Lisbon-based startup founded by former Apple, Audi, and Ford employees, launched the Amble One, a $25,000 lightweight electric buggy inspired by the NASA lunar rover. The vehicle weighs under 450 kg, targets L7e classification, and emphasizes a manufacturing-driven design philosophy using materials like aluminum, leather, cotton, and cork.
Manufacturing Ferrari Marketing Chief Quits Weeks After Electric Luce Launch Backlash
Enrico Galliera has stepped down as Ferrari's chief marketing and commercial officer after 16 years, just weeks after the unveiling of the company's first electric car, the Luce, triggered widespread backlash. He will be replaced by former BMW Italy head Massimiliano Di Silvestre in July.
Manufacturing Slate EV Truck Hits $24,950 Price With 205-Mile Range, Targets Manufacturing Disruption
Slate, an EV startup backed by Jeff Bezos, launched the most affordable electric truck in the US at $24,950. The base model gets a 37% range boost to 205 miles, and the company claims 180,000 reservations. With half the parts of a typical pickup and a DIY repair program, Slate's approach could challenge conventional truck manufacturing.
Manufacturing Tesla Crash That Killed a Woman in Texas Under Federal Investigation
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a special crash investigation into a fatal accident on 19 June in Texas, where a Tesla Model 3 drove into a house, killing a 76-year-old woman. Local police reported the driver said the vehicle was operating with an automated driving assistance system at the time.
GDGU Method Speeds Cyberattack Localization in EV Charging Networks by 10x While Preserving Data Privacy
Researchers propose GDGU, a gradient difference-based graph unlearning method for cyberattack localization in electric vehicle charging networks. GDGU removes the influence of deleted training data without full retraining, achieving 10-12x speed improvement while maintaining localization accuracy close to retraining. The method addresses privacy regulations that allow EVCS owners to delete data from deployed models.
Technology Xiaomi's robotic home charging arm brings EV automation to market, 12 years after Tesla abandoned the idea
Xiaomi has unveiled a robotic home charging arm that automatically plugs into and unplugs from its electric vehicles, becoming the first to bring such a system to market. Tesla promised a similar 'metal snake' charger in 2014 but abandoned the project. The arm eliminates the need for drivers to handle heavy cables and can be activated via smartphone.
Manufacturing Škoda Peaq Large SUV to Become Automaker’s Most Expensive EV Yet
Škoda has revealed sketches and prototypes of the Peaq, a large electric SUV expected to be its most expensive model. Built on the Volkswagen Group's MEB platform, the three-row vehicle targets the premium segment with an 89-kWh battery and minimalist design.