Xpeng’s flying car affiliate AeroHT closes in on airworthiness certification as Chinese EV maker targets fourth-quarter presales

AeroHT, an affiliate of Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker Xpeng, has started the countdown for the commercialisation of its flying car and plans to start taking pre-orders in the fourth quarter of this year. The company, controlled by Xpeng co-founder and CEO He Xiaopeng, said in a statement to the Post on Friday that it … Read more

Tesla previews ridesharing app feature for its robotaxi

With competition increasing from Chinese and other automakers, Tesla boss Elon Musk revealed on Tuesday that his company is planning to begin production of new, more affordable models in “early 2025, if not late this year.” Notably, that’s earlier than the previously stated date of late 2025, though whether Musk actually succeeds in meeting the … Read more

Hyundai: Hyundai to rev up India capacity to tap rising demand

Hyundai Motor Group’s Indian operations have been “pivotal” in driving growth at the Korean automotive conglomerate since the pandemic despite recessionary conditions worldwide, Euisin Chung, the group’s executive chair said on Thursday.He said the group is working on expanding annual capacity in India across Hyundai and Kia brands by more than a third to 1.5 … Read more

EV warranties aren’t like other cars: What you should know

boonchai wedmakawand / Getty Images EVs are on the rise. With awesome new models finally rolling out and charging networks rapidly expanding, it feels like we’re at the tipping point of electric cars being as mainstream as non-electric vehicles. But with a whole new type of vehicle come new challenges. One challenge is adapting to … Read more

China’s autonomous driving players struggle to turn a profit despite heavy investments

From Big Tech firms to start-ups, China’s autonomous-driving system developers are struggling to make noticeable gains in turning their vision of a future full of self-driving cars into steady profits. Banma Network Technologies, an intelligent vehicle start-up that develops technology for autonomous-driving systems, this week replaced its CEO Zhang Chunhui, who had served in the … Read more

What Is the Cheapest Tesla: Models You Can Buy for $40K, $70K and $80K

Tesla cars have the coolest customizable features, autonomous capabilities, and fast acceleration to top speeds. However, given the dynamic rules around EVs and emerging rival competition, Tesla cars and feature stacks often undergo price adjustments and changes. The pricing difference between the models can vary widely though. Besides the host of environmental benefits, buying an … Read more

Worried About Your Electric Scooter’s Range? Follow These Simple Tips

Electric scooters are a growing segment within the automobile industry across India. (Photo: DIYguru) Incorporating some tips into your routine, you can improve the range of your electric scooter and enjoy longer rides on a single charge without any tension. Electric scooters are a growing segment within the automobile industry across India. They offer advantages … Read more

Cybertruck production reportedly halted over pedal issue

Tesla CEO Elon Musk behind the wheel of a Cybertruck. Tesla Tesla’s Cybertruck has been hit by a production delay caused by an issue with a part of the vehicle, a number of media reports have claimed. The production line at Tesla’s plant near Austin, Texas, has reportedly been halted for seven days while engineers … Read more