The new generation of SUV models of the Korean company was also presented on the European market, for the first time in a plug-in hybrid variant.

The PHEV variant is powered by a 1.6-liter T-GDI engine, a 66.9 kW permanent magnet electric motor and a 13.8 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery pack. The powertrain combination offers a total of 265 hp, with 180 hp from the internal combustion engine.

Also new are Kia's latest highly efficient hybrid starter generator (HSG) and hybrid control unit (HPCU). HSG helps improve efficiency and reduce noise and vibration, thanks in part to a high-tech permanent magnet.

HPCU achieves improved capabilities, better efficiency and lower overall noise reduction, despite the smaller volume compared to the previous system.
The installation of the battery pack in the Sportage PHEV has been carefully done to prevent intrusion into the passenger and luggage compartments. That is why the battery is placed in the middle between the two axles under the body of the SUV, which enables a balanced distribution of weight and brings a cabin that is practical, comfortable and versatile.
The state-of-the-art battery pack has a high-tech battery management unit that constantly monitors the condition of the battery, including factors such as current, voltage, insulation and fault diagnosis. The package also has an advanced cell control unit that measures and monitors cell voltage and temperature.
The Sportage PHEV charges with a power of 7.2 kW, which gives it a high power density of 1.53 kW / ℓ and an efficiency of 95%. As we find out, the start of production in Europe is scheduled for the end of the year, while the first models on our market can be expected during the spring of 2022.

Radford (a company revived by F1 champion Jenson Button, TV mechanic Ant Anstead and designer Mark Stubbs) has partnered with Lotus to develop its new model called the Lotus Type 62-2 Coachbuilt By Radford.

Both Radford (in the original version) and Lotus were founded in 1948, and Anstead welcomed the opportunity to unite the two British brands in this way: "We are proud of the British heritage of both companies and I can't think of a better partnership for Radford's return."
Radford's car is based on Lotus technology (Lotus Evore chassis), the weight of the empty vehicle is only 1000 kg, while the racing Lotus Type 62 from the end of the 1960s served as an inspiration for the look.

There will be several versions on offer, namely Type 62-2 "Classic" with Evora's 3.5 liter engine with 321 kW / 430hp, then Type 62-2 "Gold Leaf" with the same engine but with 373 kW / 500hp, as and Typoe 62-2 "John Player Special" with all 447 kW / 600HP.

The base "Classic" has a 6-speed manual transmission or an optional 7-speed dual-clutch, while the "Gold Leaf" and "John Player Special" only come with a dual-clutch transmission and electronic LSD differential.

There are also AP Racing brakes ("John Player Special" optional and with carbon-ceramic brakes), 17 and 18 inch wheels respectively 18 and 19 inches, rear spoiler, two cameras that project the image from the outside world on the A pillars of the driver and front passenger , digital instrument panel, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connection ...

The "John Player Special" version also has a larger front splitter and air vents, as well as a rear diffuser.

A series of only 62 copies is planned (of which 12 are "John Player Special"), but the price is not known yet. Production will start at the end of this year, and the first copies are expected on the roads in early 2022.

In the range of Chevrolet's Silverad model year 2022, there is also a ZR2 version focused on off-road.

The statement said the Silverado ZR2 will provide "high performance capability in a wide range of drive settings - on and off road."

The 2022 Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 received, among other things, a refined front end, a modified front bumper, additional protective elements, 18-inch wheels, 33-inch off-road tires, modified suspension, higher ground clearance (284 mm) and Terrain Mode driving.
The 2022 Silverado will otherwise appear on the US market this fall, with more modern interior styling, along with a redesigned front panel, better quality materials and a new 13.4-inch infotainment system.

For the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado ZR2, a 6.2-liter V8 engine with 426HP and 624 Nm is planned.

Pagani has confirmed that a replacement for Huayra will come in 2023.

Pagani has now announced great news. A new model is coming in 2023.

For now, it is known that the model will keep the AMG 6.0-liter V12 engine. Needless to say, this information has delighted automotive enthusiasts in this current era of the automotive industry.

However, it is certain that the new Pagani, code-named C10, will surely get an electric motor in this story.

Landmark Edition Defender, a modified version of the short Defender 90, is also coming from the British Chelsea Truck Company.

The vehicle comes with Eiger Gray metallic paint, contrasting roof, black bumpers and fender edges, black grille, hood graphics, Satin Black headlight frame, Kahn Quad Performance exhaust system, Chelsea Truck spare wheel cover, as well as Mondial Heavy Duty RS alloy wheels of 20 inches

For the interior, red leather seats and door panels, heating for the front seats, a special clock, new pedals ...
The Chelsea Truck Company Landmark Edition package for Defender in the UK market costs £ 15,000.

Japanese car giant Toyota Motor has announced that it will produce 300,000 fewer vehicles this year than planned due to downtime in factories in Vietnam and Malaysia related to the expansion of the covid 19 and a shortage of semiconductors.

"(The reason) is a combination of coronavirus and car chips, although at the moment it is primarily coronavirus," said the executive director of the world's largest car manufacturer, Kazunari Kumakura.

Toyota now expects to produce nine million vehicles in the fiscal year ending in March next year. So far, they have predicted that they will produce 9.3 million.

After already reducing production by 360,000 vehicles worldwide this month, the company announced on Friday that it would reduce it by an additional 70,000, and by 330,000 in October.

Unlike other major car companies, Toyota has so far not been forced to cut production as it strengthened its supply chain after the terrible 2011 earthquake, which included the supply of spare parts.

Toyota also has problems relying on parts production in Southeast Asia, which is currently experiencing a sharp rise in the number of covid-infected 19.

The operation of petrol or diesel in traffic jams consumes fuel, and this process has been reduced by start / stop devices. However, what about electric cars, if, for example, you get stuck in a busy avenue?

According to HAK Magazine, the British consumer protection organization Which? dealt with the matter. Is the consumption of devices such as air conditioning, radio or tablet included so high that you need to turn them off while standing, especially if your battery is near the end?

For field testing, the Volkswagen ID.4 was stopped for more than an hour with the lights on. Air conditioning and seat heating were at the highest setting. Music was also played, and the video was played on two screens in the back. The impact on energy consumption has been shown to be small. After an hour and a quarter, there was a loss of only 2 percent of capacity, or 13 kilometers of range.

Research shows that only a very small portion of an electric car's battery is used to maintain comfort and entertainment in the car. Which? warned that the test was conducted in the summer and noted that the capacity of the batteries could decrease faster if it is colder because the batteries will not work optimally. The consumer organization will therefore soon repeat the test in winter conditions.