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For drivers, the start of spring means more than just sunshine and pleasant weather. They have an extremely important task to attend to. The TÜV Association gave valuable advice on spring vehicle checks. If you were to remain idle and do nothing, then you can expect to live with higher fuel costs.
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In metropolitan areas with sprawling, large cities, a shortage of parking spaces is always a challenge. As a result, owning a car can quickly become more of a burden than a convenience. Mobility services and car sharing have long been promoted as alternatives, but BMW and Mercedes-Benz now appear to see these options as a dead end. Both automakers are looking to sell their stake in FreeNow.
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There has long been speculation that Tesla could enter into competition with platforms such as Uber and Waymo with its Cybertaxis. Now this step is on the horizon—and yet it raises a whole series of questions.
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Thinking of buying a Smart electric vehicle? You’ve had that option for years with the iconic Smart ForTwo. But the Smart #3 takes a different path. This SUV coupé is designed for those who want a sporty electric ride with a bold, crossover look. We spent two weeks testing the Smart #3 Brabus, turning heads wherever we went. As the top model in the lineup, it packs surprising power for its size—but it’s not all smooth sailing, as we discovered some downsides along the way.
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A new rumor from the automotive industry has been spreading like wildfire since last weekend. This time, it’s about Nissan. The economic situation at the Japanese manufacturer is so precarious that a savior is urgently needed. And who’s going to fix it? Allegedly Tesla! Sounds crazy, doesn’t it? But let’s check the facts.
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Chinese companies dominate the entire supply chain for batteries when it comes to e-mobility, which begins with raw materials. A study now shows just how dependent international companies are on Chinese suppliers.
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Are you ready for the all-electric Volvo EX40? This is an SUV that is as expressive as it is versatile. Although Volvo has come under the Chinese manufacturer Geely for several years now, the development of this electric car took place in Sweden. We put this electric car through its paces for two weeks in a comprehensive review and discovered many positive aspects. However, this whirlwind romance did not conclude on an entirely positive note. The reason behind it? The SUV made an uncharacteristic mistake on the highway.
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Ford has announced the extension of its “Power Promise” program through the end of March this year, pushing back the initial deadline of January 2. This initiative, first launched in October last year, provides free home charger installations for select electric vehicle (EV) purchases.
Also read: How is Qualcomm shaping the EV evolution
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In addition to its new Snapdragon 8 Elite smartphone SoC, Qualcomm also logically showed how the company envisions the future of driving at its summit. With the Snapdragon Cockpit Elite and Snapdragon Ride Elite, we were able to marvel at two new platforms in Hawaii that will be in use from 2025.