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Chinese electric car maker Xpeng has officially started manufacturing electric passenger vehicles in Europe, beating rival BYD to the punch, though not by much. Xpeng has partnered with Austrian contract manufacturer Magna Steyr to begin local production of the G6 and G9 electric crossovers, with the first units having already rolled off the production line. Magna is one of the biggest names in the automotive industry, with its manufacturing facility in Graz, Austria, being responsible for assembling the Mercedes-Benz G-Class and BMW Z4.

The game's seamless way of balancing disparate levels of skill and aggression creates an addictive experience for just about everyone. Real-world karting, on the other hand, remains more of a niche affair. Sure, plenty of people race karts at theme parks and putt-putt parking lots, but this style of racing isn't on the radar for your average group of friends looking for a Friday diversion.

When it comes to building the backbone of electric public transport, Traktionssysteme Austria (TSA) is one of the few manufacturers in Europe that combines deep engineering heritage with industrial-scale production. With more than 90,000 electric motors delivered and over 65 years of experience in electric drives, TSA is known for powering vehicles for rail and road applications that run reliably day in and day out - for decades.

At the centre of the scandal are "discretionary commission arrangements" (DCAs) - hidden incentives paid by lenders to car dealers for arranging vehicle loans. Under the model, which was in place for more than a decade, dealers could set the interest rate charged to buyers, often inflating borrowing costs to earn larger commissions. The FCA banned the practice in 2021 but is investigating deals dating back as far as 2007.

Drivers must be aware of the rules of the road to help keep everyone safe and avoid mishaps like splashing pedestrians, that could end up costing them thousands or adding points to their licence. Motorists need to be extra careful when travelling in the rain, slowing down to allow more time to react to unknown situations and doubling the following distance from the vehicle in front to four seconds, as the vehicle will take longer to come to a stop on the wet road.

At the show, ZF will highlight its integrated driveline systems, including the CeTrax 2 dual central electric drive and "newly developed axle systems designed for the next generation of buses and coaches", as the company states. ZF will also present advanced auxiliary systems such as the e-comp Scroll - a quieter, more efficient air compressor for electric vehicles, along with a new intelligent Air Supply Unit - and the latest evolution of its Continuous Damping Control system, CDC Skyhook.

The company said it would be discontinuing production of Ram's much-hyped REV 1500, a full-sized EV pickup truck that was supposed to be the brand's flagship response to Ford's F-150 Lightning. Stellantis said in an announcement that it's "reassessing its product strategy" as demand for full-size EV trucks "slows in North America." The company was already facing its own set of issues, relying on fading brandssuch as Chrysler and Jeep without offering buyers a fresh product line.

The 2026 Leaf has little jaw-dropping technology, but several features stand out. Unusually, Nissan built in separate AC and DC charging ports. The Leaf includes both wireless and wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay phone mirroring, and Google routing services (on all but the S+ base model). Like a growing number of EVs, via a pair of 120-volt outlets-though only on the highest-end trim-you can power stereos, cooler

As InsideEVs Germany learned at the show from presentations and VW engineers, the German company developed a brand-new electric drive unit dubbed the APP290, which will be used in all of the Volkswagen Group's Electric Urban Car Family models from brands like Skoda, Cupra and VW. The new motor, which was developed in-house, is a permanent-magnet drive unit that can output around 214 pound-feet (290 Newton-meters) of torque and up to 214 horsepower (160 kilowatts), the outlet says.

The Concorso d'Eleganza Varignana 1705 returns to Palazzo di Varignana in the hills of Bologna from September 26 to 28, 2025, for a three-day celebration of cars, culture, cuisine, and hospitality. Now entering its third year, the event has established itself as one of Europe's most enchanting concours gatherings, uniting the world's most extraordinary classic and supercars in a setting that pairs Italian refinement with global motoring heritage.

Cleetus McFarland (Garrett Mitchell) is a leading NASCAR influencer, race car driver, and business mogul who has earned his fortune in a variety of business activities related to automotive content creation, racing, and merchandise. The largest source of his revenue is his YouTube channel, which has over four million subscribers. He releases compelling videos of car constructions, drag racing competitions, and auto culture, and earns revenue through advertising, sponsorships, and paid promotions.

AVATR unveils the Vision Xpectra at IAA Mobility 2025, a concept car with a prismatic glass cabin and a living AI-powered vortex that learns the driver's needs and behaviors. Driven by 'emotional intelligence', the series of sensors, cameras, and artificial intelligence software monitor the driver, passengers, and the vehicle's environment. As an example, these motion sensors detect the driver when they approach the car and light up before they even reach it. It creates a wake-up sequence where the car seems to come alive.

I don't know why they do a light show. I think it's cool that they can do that with the cars, but it was kind of awkward. We were all just kind of standing there. Like are we supposed to be videotaping this? What are we supposed to be doing? We were all just ready to get in our cars and leave.

Land Rover's history is filled with vehicles that embody both rugged endurance and understated luxury, and few stories are more emblematic than that of UKE 80 - the 1954 Series I Land Rover once owned by Sir Winston Churchill. In paying homage to this unique piece of automotive history, Land Rover Classic has introduced the Defender V8 Churchill Edition, a meticulously crafted tribute that blends heritage with contemporary engineering.

Mai Ikuzawa is a multidisciplinary creative with deep roots in car culture, design, and storytelling. Known for blending artistry with adrenaline, she offers a unique perspective on how luxury and sport can intersect. In her role as one of the Bentley Creative Directors, she has already begun redefining the marque's visual language for advertising and brand communication. Ikuzawa is also leading special projects, including an exclusive lifestyle collection debuting in 2026.