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It's EV News Briefly for Thursday 30 July 2026, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDailyBMW IX3 ORDERS NEAR 100,000BMW has taken nearly 100,000 orders for the iX3 since launch and is raising output at its Debrecen plant in Hungary, which built its 50,000th unit just nine months after opening — the fastest ramp-up of any new BMW plant. The Neue Klasse flagship uses sixth-generation eDrive tech and a 108.7 kWh battery, charges at up to 400 kW to add 373 km (231 miles) in ten minutes, and starts at €73,925 ($85,200) in Germany for the iX3 50 xDrive with up to 805 km (500 miles) of WLTP range.BMW TO BUILD IX5 BATTERY PACKS IN SOUTH CAROLINABMW will begin mass production of iX5 high-voltage battery packs in December at its new Plant Woodruff in South Carolina, near Plant Spartanburg where the iX5 is assembled, keeping pack assembly in-house to build a local supply chain, cut geopolitical risk and reduce logistics costs. AESC, now majority-owned by China's Envision Group, supplies the 120 mm cylindrical cells — which deliver 30% more usable energy than the iX3's 95 mm cells — giving the US iX5 a 144 kWh pack (141 kWh in Europe), an estimated 435 miles of range, 460 kW peak charging and a 10-80% charge in 22 minutes.ZEEKR 9X ARRIVES IN EUROPEZeekr has launched the 9X Ultra 6-Seater in Europe as a luxury SUV and its first Super Hybrid, pairing a 900V dual-motor system with a 2.0-litre turbo engine used purely as a generator for 897 horsepower, 0-100 km/h in 4.1 seconds, up to 737 km of range and a 10-80% DC charge in 9.5 minutes. Designed in Gothenburg with adaptive air suspension and CDC dampers, it offers reclining, massaging first and second rows, an onboard refrigerator, a ceiling-mounted 17-inch 3K OLED screen and a 32-speaker Naim system, and marks Zeekr's fifth European model in three years across 16 markets.SK ON AND FACTORIAL TARGET SOLID-STATE SCALESK On and Factorial Energy have partnered to push solid-state batteries towards production, combining Factorial's FEST cell technology with SK On's manufacturing network to tackle the scaling problem that has held back a chemistry promising higher energy density, longer range and faster charging than lithium-ion. Factorial is already testing cells in North America and has integrated them into Stellantis' Dodge Charger Daytona prototype, claiming 375 Wh/kg energy density, while its work with Mercedes-Benz produced a modified EQS that covered over 745 miles on a single charge.TESLA SHIP LOAD SETS SHANGHAI RECORDThe Chinese-built car carrier Glovis Nova loaded 7,738 electric vehicles — all Tesla Model 3 and Model Y cars — at Shanghai's South Port Terminal on Sunday, a domestic record for a single voyage, and set sail for Zeebrugge, Belgium, for distribution across Europe. The 10,800-car vessel and its sister ship Glovis Leader, which berthed the same day before heading to Busan, were built by Guangzhou Shipyard International, a China State Shipbuilding Corporation subsidiary, and rank among the largest of their kind in the world.NORWAY LEADS GLOBAL EV ADOPTION INDEXNorway tops the latest Global EV Adoption Index with 73.2 out of 100, ahead of Denmark on 64.7 and China on 64.5, backed by a 92% EV sales share in 2024, 32 public chargers per 1,000 battery vehicles and 41.9% fast-charger coverage. Denmark climbed 40 percentage points since 2020 to a 56% sales share with 73 chargers per 1,000 EVs, China recorded a 48% share and 103 chargers per 1,000 vehicles, and Tesla led brand interest across 75 countries with 71.6 million Google queries in the past year.MITSUBISHI RETURNS TO NORTH AMERICA WITH LEAF EVMitsubishi will re-enter the North American EV market with the 2027 Eclipse Sportback EV, on sale in the US and Canada by late summer or early fall of 2026 through around 300 dealerships. Billed as all-new, it is in fact based on the next-generation Nissan Leaf via the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance, sharing its 75 kWh liquid-cooled battery, native NACS port, Supercharger access and 150 kW charging (10-80% in about 35 minutes) beneath new fascias, lighting and alloys, with range and pricing still undisclosed.LEPAS L8 TARGETS EUROPE ON VALUEChery has launched the Lepas L8, a D-segment family SUV priced from £34,900 to £37,900, using the upmarket Lepas brand to challenge BMW and Volkswagen on space, equipment and price alongside stablemates such as the Jaecoo 7, Omoda 7 and Chery Tiggo 8. Power comes from Chery's Super Hybrid system combining a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with an electric motor and 18.4 kWh battery, while the cabin offers an upmarket feel, generous tech, vast rear legroom and headroom despite the panoramic roof, and a 507-litre boot comparable to a Nissan Qashqai's.KERBSIDE CHARGING SEARCHES JUMP AS EV COST SCRUTINY GROWSVertu reports that searches for "kerbside EV charging" rose 125% over the past three months while searches for "cheapest EV tariff" climbed 173%, suggesting buyers are weighing access and running costs together before switching. The trend matters because government figures published in 2024 found 40% of UK households have no access to off-street parking, leaving a large share of the market dependent on public charging and highly sensitive to the cost of every kilowatt-hour.PRINCE AL WALEED RAISES LUCID STAKEPrince Al Waleed bin Talal's investment office bought just over 19 million Lucid shares, lifting his stake to about 5% according to an SEC filing, with the prince saying he bought when Lucid's market cap was below $2 billion following speculation — since denied by Lucid — about bankruptcy or a take-private deal. The purchase, which Lucid welcomed as an independent vote of confidence, comes as the company restructures under new CEO Silvio Napoli after cutting 18% of staff in June on top of an earlier 12% lay-off, and adds to Saudi ownership alongside the Public Investment Fund's roughly 60% stake held since the 2021 SPAC merger.

Este programa se emite todos los jueves y los viernes en Onda Cero MS a las 19:20 horas. BMW acelera el futuro de la movilidad con la Neue Klasse, una plataforma que promete cambiar por completo el coche eléctrico gracias a sus baterías de sexta generación, arquitectura de 800 voltios, hasta 805 kilómetros de autonomía, carga ultrarrápida y una nueva inteligencia electrónica que llegará a cerca de 40 modelos de la marca. Visitamos el BMW Training Center para conocer de primera mano la tecnología que marcará el rumbo de BMW durante los próximos años y hablamos con Álvaro de Miguel uno de sus responsables para descubrir todas sus claves. Santana continúa escribiendo un nuevo capítulo en la historia de la automoción española con el estreno del Santana Cajal, un auténtico todoterreno 4x4 diseñado para el trabajo y la aventura. Analizamos sus capacidades off-road, su mecánica, su equipamiento, su fabricación en Linares y entrevistamos a Eduardo Blanco, CEO de Santana Motors, que además nos adelanta importantes novedades sobre el futuro de la histórica marca española y sus próximos lanzamientos. También probamos la tecnología Ford BlueCruise, uno de los sistemas de asistencia a la conducción más avanzados disponibles actualmente en Europa. Fernando Rivas cuenta cómo funciona este sistema que permite conducir sin manos en autopistas y autovías homologadas, qué sensaciones transmite, cuáles son sus limitaciones y por qué supone uno de los mayores avances en conducción asistida de los últimos años. Escúchanos en: www.podcastmotor.es Twitter: @AutoFmRadio Instagram: @autofmpodcast Twitch: AutoFMPodcast Youtube: @AutoFM Contacto: info@autofm.es

Podczas gdy Chiny zalewają rynek tanimi elektrykami, a Tesla nieustannie obniża ceny, Europa musiała w końcu odpowiedzieć swoją elektromobilnością. Czy BMW iX3 50 ma wystarczająco dużo argumentów, by obronić europejską motoryzację przed dominacją innych gospodarek? Przetestowałem flagowego elektryka z Monachium i powiem wprost: niemiecki producent godnie podjął rękawicę.

In Podcast #381, Jessica Ray steps in as host and it's pure Americana…from muscle cars to pickup trucks…and an American-made German SUV. We'll start things off with our time behind the wheel of two “performance” models from the Stellantis umbrella that are on very opposite ends of the spectrum…a base Dodge Charger R/T and the return of the powerful prehistoric RAM 1500 TRX. Then BMW unveils the 5th-generation X5 utility with their “Neue Klasse” design language and a whopping 5 different powertrain options. Then it's a lightning round that ponders the return of the quirky yet beloved Honda Element and a viewer has a question about the press cars we test…

FOLLOW UP: MOTOR FINANCE COMPENSATION SCHEME PAUSEDIn what should be a surprise to no one following the story, thanks to the legal challenges of the Financial Conduct Authority's proposed compensation scheme for customers who were impacted by illegal practices by those who arranged their finance, that this has now been partially paused. Companies are to proceed with claims as far as they can before hitting the areas under review, as well as tell those where their claim has failed. If you wish to learn more, click this Motor Trader article link here.JUNE 2026 NEW CAR REGISTRATION FIGURESJune 2026 recorded the most registrations since the pandemic hit. Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) rose to a market share of 30% for the month, but still only 25% year to date. There was also a jump in private registrations. The Top 10 most registered models has some surprising cars, especially with the claimed number of Tesla's. The SMMT took the opportunity to highlight the difference between the mandate level and what the market is currently sitting at, for zero emission vehicles. For more on this, click the SMMT article link here.SKYWELL IMPORTER SHUTS DOORSThe UK importer for the Chinese brand Skywell, has suddenly closed their doors Innovation Automotive told all staff they were redundant on 30 June. This leaves a lot of unanswered questions regarding warranties, the future of the brand in the UK and repairs. Click this Autocar article link here, for more.Additionally, this also hits vans from DFSK as Innovation Automotive have failed to find a company to take over the warranty cover, parts ordering and repairs. To learn more about that, click this article link from Professional Van.BMW UK & IRELAND FIND A NEW BOSSBMW UK and Ireland has announced their new CEO, Neil Fiorentinos. He will take over the position 1 September 2026, following David George's departure in January. To read more on this, click this Motor Trader article link here.TESLA BATTERY TRAILERS KEEP GETTING STOLENThere has been 11 recorded incidents where trailers filled with Tesla batteries have been stolen from their Nevada battery factory. Some of the stolen Powerwalls have been recovered and all disabled by the company, remotely. More can be found out about this, by clicking this InsideEVs article link here.INSTAVOLT BUYS GENIEPOINTIn buying GeniePoint, Instavolt is the first public EV charging network to have over 1,000 UK sites. The company intends to upgrade the acquired locations and hardware. You can read more, by clicking this article link from Instavolt here.VW AND BOSCH AUTOMATED DRIVING DEVELOPMENT ENDSVolkswagen, CARIAD and Bosch have reached the end of their project that was to develop SAE Level 2 and Level 3 automated driving systems. VW had to issue a press release to make it clear the project finished as expected and it wasn't anything else. For more on this, click this electrive article link here.To read about the project from Volkswagen, click this link here.If you like what we do, on this show, and think it is worth a £1.00, please consider supporting us via Patreon. Here is the link to that CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE PODCASTNEW NEW CAR NEWS -BMW X5The fifth generation BMW X5 has been revealed, leaning into the Neue Klasse design language. There will eventually be a petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid, electric and hydrogen version of this model. Initially the ICE versions will be built, starting this year, with a price around the £80,000 mark, whilst the electrified versions will cost more. Click this Autocar article link for more.Geely EX2Geely is bringing their third model to the UK, later this summer, with the EX2. This car is aimed squarely at the likes of the Renault 5. Depending on battery pack selected you will get, according to Chinese testing which is different from WLTP, 193 or 255 miles - expect these to be less under WLTP testing. No further details are available regarding the specifications or prices, at this time. Click this Autocar article link for more.SGT Automobili 5S-SGTSGT Automobili has created a tribute to the DTM styled Alfa Romeo 155, using the underpinnings of an Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio. The Alfa engine has been tuned to provide, in normal Stradale trim, 612bhp, but if you want the track focused Trofeo model there is 740bhp. Weight has been stripped out too, with the Stradale coming in at 1590kg and the Trofeo ending up at 1490kg. The company is at pains to say this is not a restomod or replica, but how such a car could look today. Click this Autocar article link for more.LUNCHTIME READS: VAMOS A LA PLAYA PARTS 5 & 6Once again you need to grab your towels and wind breakers as we look at the cars best suited to rushing to the beach in, from Brazil and North America, thanks to Driven to Write. And once again there is an eclectic mix of solutions to the problem of how to get to the beach. Click this link here for Part Five. To see Part Six, click this link here.LIST OF THE WEEK: 20 WEIRD AND WONDERFUL FIAT CONCEPTSFiat have a long history of fabulous concepts, Classic & Sports Car has compiled a list of their favourite 20 of them. Click this link here to see your options and thus if you agree with the choices made by the chaps.AND FINALLY: TINY BUT ENDURINGDiecast Endurance ran a MkII Ford GT40 for as long as it could go before breaking, continuously. They livestreamed the five days, one hour, 10 minutes, and 42 seconds endurance effort, utilising a belt sander to enable propulsion. Click this article from The Drive to see more, including a link to the video showing what happened.

Ferrari has re-saved the manuals, have you heard? The 12Cilindri is now offered with a manual transmission, but is it really? Hyundai previews the updated Elantra. Honda teases a future new Element. BMW reveals the 6th-generation X5 and iX5. Debate #1: Michael in AZ, who is very impulsive when it comes to buying and selling cars, and has two Subarus competing for the same place in his life. Debate #2: Jakob in TN is 13 years old and trying to decide on a fun car for when he turns 14! Car Conclusion #1: Mike Y, the retired Navy helicopter pilot makes a decision! Car Conclusion #2: Zo has large family-hauling needs, and his wife seems interested in Lucids? Social media questions ask: How did it feel to be an attendee on Eurorally, instead of hosting like the guys usually do on their meetups? What two cars would the guys bring home from Europe? How was the food in Europe? Audio-only MP3 is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and 10 other platforms. Look for us on Tuesdays if you'd like to watch us debate, disagree and then go drive again! 00:00 - Intro 4:27 - Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale: Good Or Bad Fakery? 15:29 - New Hyundai Elantra (Avante in S. Korea) revealed! 16:11 - Will The Honda Element Return? 17:29 - Neue Klasse, 6th-generation BMW X5 and iX5 unveiled 23:42 - Topic Tuesday: Coolest Cars That Aren't YouTube Cars? 37:37 - Car Debate #1: What Do Subaru Owners Aspire To Buy Next? 54:46 - Car Debate #2: First Car At Age 14?!? 1:08:31 - Car Conclusion #1: Navy Helicopter Pilot Buys A Car! 1:11:11 - Car Conclusion #2: Lucids Aren't So Bad? Family Hauling Needs. 1:12:59 - Audience Questions On Social Media Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, and subscribe to our two YouTube channels. Write to us your Topic Tuesdays, Car Conclusions and those great Car Debates at everydaydrivertv@gmail.com or everydaydriver.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

En aquest episodi de La Nova Mobilitat Actual repassem una setmana on no falta ni tecnologia de frontera ni caos logístic. Mentre la maquinària alemanya de la Deutsche Bahn pateix una caiguda a nivell nacional, Waymo treu múscul creant la seva filial a Alemanya. I parlem de contrastos forts: BMW presenta el seu espectacular "M Concept Car" de la Neue Klasse, però s'enfonsa a la borsa per retallar dràsticament les seves previsions, de la mateixa manera que el govern alemany cancel·la el projecte de la fragata més gran del món deixant Rheinmetall tocada. A més, destaquem la selecció d'Anduril per als nous caces autònoms americans i la coalició entre Uber, Stellantis i Wayve. Temes tractats:

UK GOVERNMENT IN TALKS WITH NISSAN OVER SUNDERLANDOnce again the UK Government is in talks with Nissan about helping the company to secure the future of the Sunderland plant. At least they are demanding commitments to future production at the site in return for financial aide. Negotiations are still ongoing. If you wish to read more, click this Yahoo!Finance article link here.STELLANTIS TO BUILD FOR JLR IN THE USStellantis has reached an agreement with JLR to build their vehicles in the US. These will be from the Defender brand. Additionally both companies plan to share technology and car development with each other. To learn more, click this Autocar article link here.JLR EXPLAINS NEXT ‘REIMAGINE' PHASECombined with the Stellantis announcement, JLR also explained the next stage of their Reimagine strategy. They are aiming for £1.7 billion in savings, which they are calling Enterprise Missions, targeting material costs, warranty expenses and fixed costs. For more on this story, click this Autocar Professional article link here.EU NOTICES PHEV TARIFFS LOOPHOLEWhilst the EU has imposed tariffs on Chinese built EVs it seemed to forget they also sell plug-in hybrids. That is set to change as the European Commission intends to slap tariffs on PHEVs akin to the various levels imposed on individual Chinese brands for EVs, albeit at lower levels. Click this electrive article link here, to read more.UK GOVERNMENT LAUNCHES NEW AV CONSULTATIONThe Department for Transport has launched a new consultation about safety principles for automated vehicles. The draft principles in themselves are good and should be implemented. This will mean no AV will be on our roads as none can satisfy them all. Additionally, there were three principles that they chose to exclude, be able to drive without human monitoring, cyber resilience and explainability. These have to be included. Click this link to see the statement from the Transport Minister, Simon Lightwood MP announcing this matter.YET ANOTHER WAYMO RECALL FOR BASIC DRIVING ISSUEWaymo has recalled nearly 4,000 vehicles as it tries to update their software to stop them driving into freeway construction zones. To prevent any further issues until they can find and deploy a solution, freeway driving is being restricted. To read more, click this link from The Register here.If you like what we do, on this show, and think it is worth a £1.00, please consider supporting us via Patreon. Here is the link to that CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE PODCASTNEW NEW CAR NEWS -BMW i3BMW has revealed the details and specifications of the ‘First Edition' and 50 xDrive i3s and they are impressive. Prices start at £53,005, with the ‘First Edition' starting at £57,905. The car has a range of 563 miles, thanks to 108.7kW battery, front and rear electric motors which provide 463bhp, 476lb ft of torques enabling a 0-62mph time of 4.7 seconds. The design is based on the Neue Klasse design language. Click this Top Gear article link for more.Rolls Royce SpectreRolls Royce has upgraded the Spectre as it comes out in its ‘Series II' form, with an extended range and a cut to charging times. There is also more power, especially if you have a Black Badge edition and activate ‘Spirited' mode. Prices start from £300,000 but in reality, after personalisation, the costs are usually much, much higher. Click this Autocar article link here, for more.Peugeot E-208 GTIPeugeot are brining back the GTI, but this time it is electric. Leaning on their history, there will be plenty of visual reminders of their past glories, whilst underneath much engineering is taking place to move this apart from the standard E-208. Prices start at £34,995 and it will have a maximum range of 217 miles but expect closer to 160-170 in the real world. Click this EV Powered article link here, for more.LUNCHTIME READS: VAMOS A LA PLAYA PARTS 3 & 4Parts 3 and 4 are now out, from Driven To Write, on the theme of beach cars. You will learn about Italian offerings in the first link, which you can get to by clicking here. Then you will find out what Germany used to get their towels to the beach first, by clicking this link here.LIST OF THE WEEK: 1996 - A GOLDEN YEAR FOR NEW SPORTS CARSAntony Ingram once again has produced another cracking list for Hagerty. He selects a few of the more choice sports cars that you could've bought new in 1996. Click this link to view your options and see if you agree with Alan's choice.AND FINALLY: MOTORING ART BY VAL BIROVal Biro was prompted to start writing about his adventures in a 1926 Austin Heavy 12-4 Clifton tourer by those who heard him recount his stories. He did so, as children's books that many of you listeners have probably read when you were younger. But the art work is what we are focusing on as that helped make the words more vivid. Click this Classic & Sports Car article link here, to learn more.

BMW vuelve a situarse en el foco informativo. En la jornada de hoy, sus acciones han sufrido una caída superior al 7% tras comunicar el día anterior un ajuste a la baja de sus previsiones. Esta decisión responde al empeoramiento acelerado del mercado chino, así como a las consecuencias derivadas del conflicto en Irán. La compañía estima ahora que su beneficio antes de impuestos disminuirá por encima del 15%, lo que ha generado un impacto negativo no solo en su cotización en la Bolsa de Frankfurt, sino también en el conjunto del sector automovilístico. Ante este escenario adverso, la firma alemana ha optado por reaccionar con rapidez y reforzar su estrategia. Con el objetivo de recuperar terreno frente a sus competidores, ha decidido impulsar el lanzamiento de una renovada versión del BMW X5. Este modelo no se limita a ser una simple actualización, sino que introduce una propuesta innovadora al incorporar cinco sistemas de propulsión distintos, algo inédito hasta ahora dentro de la marca. El nuevo X5 contará con motorizaciones diésel y de gasolina, además de una variante híbrida enchufable. También incluirá, por primera vez, una opción completamente eléctrica, y se prevé que en 2028 llegue una versión impulsada por hidrógeno. Actualmente, el vehículo se encuentra en su etapa final de pruebas en la planta de Spartanburg, en Carolina del Sur, donde será producido. A diferencia de otros fabricantes, BMW mantiene su compromiso con la electrificación, lo que explica los recientes cambios en su cúpula directiva. En diciembre pasado, la empresa anunció la salida de Oliver Zipse como director ejecutivo tras siete años en el cargo. Su sustituto, Milan Nedeljkovic, proveniente del área de producción, ha sido clave en el desarrollo de vehículos eléctricos y de la nueva plataforma “Neue Klasse”. Con esta estrategia, BMW busca hacer frente a la creciente competencia china, especialmente en Europa. Recuperar el mercado chino resulta fundamental, tras una caída del 13% en ventas en 2024 y una estabilización en 2025, en un contexto donde la cuota de marcas extranjeras sigue reduciéndose.

BMW es hoy un símbolo de estatus, ingeniería de precisión y placer de conducción. Sin embargo, detrás de los colores de M y las elegantes carrocerías bávaras, se esconde una historia repleta de decisiones éticas cuestionables, fracasos financieros que casi borran la marca del mapa y fallos mecánicos que dejaron tirados a miles de clientes. En este análisis profundo de Garaje Hermético, no venimos a juzgar con los ojos del presente, sino a relatar los hechos que, seguramente, en Múnich preferirían olvidar. La herencia de los Quandt y el Tercer Reich La historia de BMW no se puede entender sin la familia Quandt, actuales accionistas mayoritarios. Pero su ascenso al poder está ligado a uno de los periodos más oscuros de la humanidad. Günther Quandt, el patriarca, no fue un simple empresario atrapado en la guerra. Se unió al partido nazi en 1933 y su exmujer, Magda, terminó casándose con Joseph Goebbels. El joven Harald Quandt creció llamando "tío" a Adolf Hitler. Más allá de los vínculos sociales, la realidad industrial fue aterradora. Estudios financiados por la propia familia décadas después confirmaron que en sus fábricas trabajaron cerca de 50.000 prisioneros de campos de concentración en condiciones de esclavitud. Aunque la BMW actual realiza labores de reparación moral mediante fundaciones, la sombra del trabajo forzado es una mancha que permanece en el ADN de su capital fundacional. 1959: El día que BMW casi desaparece A finales de los años 50, BMW era una empresa herida de muerte. Su estrategia de producto era un despropósito: por un lado, fabricaban el modesto Isetta, un microcoche que apenas dejaba beneficios; por otro, el espectacular pero ruinoso BMW 507, un coche tan caro de producir que la marca perdía dinero con cada unidad entregada. Solo se fabricaron 252 unidades, y cada una de ellas era un clavo más en el ataúd de la compañía. La situación llegó al límite el 9 de diciembre de 1959. El consejo de administración presentó un plan para vender la empresa a Daimler-Benz. BMW estaba a punto de convertirse en una planta de ensamblaje de carrocerías para Mercedes. Sin embargo, en una asamblea mítica, los trabajadores, concesionarios y pequeños accionistas bloquearon la venta en un estallido de orgullo bávaro. Fue entonces cuando Herbert Quandt decidió arriesgar su fortuna personal, aumentando su participación al 50% y financiando la "Neue Klasse", la serie de coches que salvó a la marca y dio origen a lo que hoy conocemos como la Serie 3. El desastre de Rover: El "Paciente Inglés" En 1994, BMW intentó jugar a ser un imperio global comprando el Grupo Rover por una suma multimillonaria. Lo que parecía un movimiento maestro para adquirir marcas británicas icónicas como Land Rover, MG y Mini, se convirtió en una pesadilla de gestión. El choque cultural entre la estricta ingeniería alemana y la ineficiente estructura británica fue total. BMW inyectó miles de millones de marcos en fábricas que no lograban alcanzar los estándares de calidad requeridos. Tras seis años de pérdidas sangrientas, en el año 2000, BMW decidió desmantelar el grupo. Se quedaron con Mini, vendieron Land Rover a Ford y, en un acto de desesperación financiera, "regalaron" los restos de Rover y MG al consorcio Phoenix por la ridícula cantidad de 10 libras esterlinas. Se estima que esta aventura le costó a los bávaros unos 4.000 millones de euros de la época, una de las peores operaciones en la historia de la automoción. Diseño y mecánica: Las sombras en el producto BMW significa Bayerische Motoren Werke (Fábricas de Motores de Baviera), pero incluso los maestros del motor cometen errores imperdonables. En los años 90, el uso del recubrimiento de Nikasil en los cilindros de los motores V8 tipo M60 resultó en un desastre técnico; el azufre de la gasolina degradaba el material y destruía la compresión del motor, obligando a sustituir miles de bloques en garantía. La avaricia moderna: El hardware bloqueado Incluso en la era actual, BMW ha logrado manchar su imagen. En 2022, la marca intentó implementar un modelo de suscripción para funciones que el coche ya traía instaladas físicamente, como la calefacción de los asientos. Los clientes, que ya habían pagado decenas de miles de euros por sus vehículos, se encontraron con que debían pagar una cuota mensual de 18 euros para "desbloquear" el software de un hardware que ya era suyo. La reacción global fue tan feroz y cargada de memes que BMW tuvo que recular en 2023, admitiendo que el experimento de los micro-pagos en coches de lujo había sido un error de percepción desastroso.

Techgoeroe Peter Hinssen stapt in de gloednieuwe BMW iX3 Neue Klasse voor een rit langs kasseien, innovatie en toekomstvisies. Eén conclusie: ‘Een fantastische drive.’ U hoort het in een nieuwe aflevering van Future Lanes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve bought his first BMW 320i somewhat unexpectedly, competed in autocross with his BMW Z3, discovered the Neue Klasse, and went on to found “2002FAQ.” Today, his garage is home to a BMW 1800, BMW 1600, BMW 2000 TiiTouring, and a BMW 328d xDrive Sports Wagon. Discover more and follow us:

It's EV News Briefly for Monday 18 May 2026, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDailyVOLKSWAGEN PUTS GTI ON AN EVVolkswagen has unveiled the ID. Polo GTI, the first-ever electric vehicle to carry the iconic GTI badge — a near-50-year-first — sitting above the standard ID. Polo with a 223hp front-mounted motor, 0–62mph in 6.8 seconds, and a 263-mile WLTP range from its 52 kWh battery. It goes on sale in Germany from autumn 2026, priced from €39,000, competing with the Alpine A290 and Peugeot E-208 GTi, but will not be sold in North America.BMW AND SOLARWATT PUSH V2H PLANSBMW and SOLARWATT are expanding their partnership to bring Vehicle-to-Home bidirectional charging to BMW's Neue Klasse line-up, starting with the iX3 and i3, following Germany's first commercial Vehicle-to-Grid launch in March 2026. The integrated system will use SOLARWATT's energy management platform, the BMW Wallbox Professional, and both brands' apps to coordinate solar, home storage, dynamic tariffs, and EV charging — launching first across Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands.GM CUTS BOLT COSTS WITH BATCH BUILDSGM is achieving its sub-$30,000 target for the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV in part by assembling cars in batches of 30 identical units at its Fairfax plant in Kansas City, rather than building mixed trims in sequence, reducing errors and line stoppages. The approach, part of GM's "Winning with Simplicity" strategy, also includes keeping clone spare bodies on standby, cutting floor space needs, reducing paint booth colour changes, and locking suppliers to a fixed seven-day delivery schedule.UK INSURERS SHUN MANY CHINESE CARSCarwow research found that half of all insurance quote requests for Chinese vehicles were declined outright by UK insurers, with AXA refusing to quote on all four tested models and Hastings Direct covering only one. Beyond availability, Chinese models averaged £901 per year to insure versus £646 for petrol equivalents — a £255 gap — with insurers citing limited repair data, underdeveloped parts supply chains, and a lack of long-term claims history as key reasons.BMW TIES IONNA DISCOUNT TO US CHARGINGBMW has launched a preferred pricing programme with IONNA, giving BMW and MINI EV drivers a 20% discount on public charging sessions across the network's 1,000-plus US bays, running through 30 September 2026. The discount applies automatically via Plug & Charge or the My BMW App, with no subscription or RFID card required, as part of BMW's broader strategy to build out home, workplace, and public charging infrastructure.EPA DELAYS TIER 4 BY TWO YEARSThe EPA has proposed pushing Biden-era Tier 4 light- and medium-duty vehicle emissions standards back two years, from model year 2027 to 2029, framing the move as a "freedom of choice" measure that the agency says will save automakers and consumers over $1.7 billion. The rollback goes much further than a delay, however — the EPA has also repealed the 2009 Endangerment Finding and all vehicle greenhouse gas regulations, dismantling the legal framework for future federal EV mandates.KIA DEBUTS PV5 SIDE-ENTRY WAV IN EUROPEKia unveiled the PV5 WAV Side Entry at the Motability Scheme Live exhibition in Birmingham on 15 May 2026, claiming a segment first with its side-entry wheelchair access that allows kerb-side boarding — an advantage in dense urban areas where rear access is often blocked. Built for taxi operators, shuttle services, and fleet providers, the van features a reinforced floor, integrated wheelchair anchorage, floor lighting for boarding visibility, and a two-step manual ramp suited to varied road conditions.COULTHARD DRIVES FORMULA E GEN4 AT MONACODavid Coulthard drove Formula E's upcoming GEN4 car on the streets of Monte Carlo, describing the experience as unlike anything in his career — a significant claim from a two-time Monaco Grand Prix winner. The GEN4, set to debut in the 2026/27 season, tops 205mph, weighs under 1,000kg, produces over 800bhp, hits 0–100kph in 1.8 seconds, and delivers a 71% power increase over GEN3 Evo in Attack Mode, with all-wheel drive and a redesigned ergonomic cockpit; it will make its first public show appearance at Goodwood Festival of Speed from 9–12 July.RECYCLING LIFTS OLD BATTERIES INTO BETTER CATHODESResearchers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute and Argonne National Laboratory have developed a recycling process that upcycles spent lithium iron phosphate and lithium manganese oxide cells into higher-performance lithium manganese iron phosphate cathode material, recovering more than 95% of key elements — rivalling or exceeding most commercial operations. Crucially, the process runs at normal temperature and pressure, requires no energy-intensive equipment, fits existing recycling infrastructure, and produces cathode material with higher energy density than the source materials it came from.

It's EV News Briefly for Thursday 30 April 2026, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDailyVOLKSWAGEN OPENS ID POLO ORDERS IN EUROPEVolkswagen has opened order books for the ID Polo, an all-electric small car starting at €24,995, built on the upgraded MEB+ platform to compete with Chinese EVs in Europe's mass market. It offers three power outputs, two battery options (37 kWh LFP and 52 kWh NMC) with up to 455 km WLTP range, a 13-inch touchscreen, 441 litres of boot space, and vehicle-to-load capability.BMW IX3 RANGE TARGET RISES TO 434 MILESBMW has raised its projected EPA range estimate for the U.S.-spec iX3 xDrive50 to 434 miles, an 8.5% increase over earlier guidance, though final EPA certification is still pending. Priced from around $60,000, the iX3 is launching in the U.S. in May 2026, with customer deliveries expected in late September or early October after mass production begins in early September.FORD MODEL E STILL BURNS CASHFord's electric car division Model e lost $777 million in Q1 2026, roughly $23,000 per EV sold, despite a $72 million year-on-year improvement and a 10% rise in volumes to around 34,000 units. Ford's near-term focus is improving margins on existing EVs while developing next-generation models on its Universal EV platform and expanding into battery storage through the newly launched Ford Energy.CITROËN PLOTS SUB-€15,000 CITY EVCitroën CEO Xavier Chardon has confirmed plans for a sub-€15,000 A-segment electric city car, positioning it as a modern equivalent of the 2CV to help restore European car buying, which remains three million buyers per year below pre-pandemic levels. A concept is expected at the Paris motor show in October, with a production version to follow within a couple of years at a price well below the current ë-C3.JEEP AVENGER GETS FIRST FACELIFTJeep has given the Avenger its first major update since its 2023 launch, debuting the revised model in Rio de Janeiro with a redesigned seven-slot grille that lights up at night and brings it visually closer to the newer Jeep Compass. A dedicated European launch is planned later in 2026, significant given the Avenger won the 2023 European Car of the Year and has been central to Jeep's European recovery.RIVIAN SIGNALS SECOND R2 SHIFTRivian appears to be quietly staffing a second production shift for the R2 at its Normal, Illinois plant, with a LinkedIn post from a newly promoted R2 Group Leader confirming he is "ramping production on night shift." Volume R2 production began on April 22, with early units going to employees for several months of real-world software data collection ahead of external customer deliveries.MG 07 TO GET MOMENTA R7 SYSTEMSAIC's MG has confirmed the upcoming MG 07 fastback sedan will be among the first vehicles to feature Momenta's R7 autonomous driving system, unveiled at Beijing Auto Show as a direct rival to Tesla's FSD v14. Momenta's R7 supports weekly over-the-air updates, targets a deployed fleet of 200,000 vehicles by end-2026, and plans European robotaxi deployments later this year through a partnership with Uber.UK EV FLEET TOPS TWO MILLIONThe UK's zero-emission vehicle fleet reached 2 million registrations at the end of 2025, representing 4.8% of all licensed vehicles, with 528,000 newly registered in 2025 alone and electric cars taking 23.4% of new car sales. The government's Electric Car Grant, offering up to £3,750 off qualifying EVs, has already been used by over 100,000 buyers and has driven a 10% rise in electric car demand.SWEDEN EV SHARE HITS 64.9% IN Q1Plugin EVs captured 64.9% of Sweden's auto market in Q1 2026, up from 58.0% a year earlier, with BEVs alone reaching 40.7% market share on a 21% volume increase despite the overall market shrinking 2%. A new BEV incentive scheme targeting lower-income rural households helped sustain momentum, while the Volvo EX40 held the top BEV sales spot for the third consecutive quarter.LGES 46-SERIES ORDERS TOP 440 GWHLG Energy Solution secured over 100 GWh of new orders for its 46-series cylindrical cells in Q1 2026, pushing its total backlog above 440 GWh, with the new business widely attributed to a reported ten-year BMW Group contract worth approximately €5.8 billion. The deal is said to cover both 4695 and 46120 cell formats linked to BMW's Neue Klasse platform, and would mark LGES's first time supplying cells for BMW battery-electric vehicles.ROLLS-ROYCE TESTS SECOND ELECTRIC VEHICLESpy photos have revealed Rolls-Royce testing an unnamed electric utility vehicle that closely matches the proportions and silhouette of the Cullinan, the brand's most popular model since its 2018 launch. Reports suggest this is not a next-generation Cullinan replacement but rather a separate new product alongside it.

In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week's episode, we discuss Tesla's disaster earnings, the Beijing Auto Show being absolutely insane, and a plethora of new EVs unveiled this week. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek's YouTube channel. As a reminder, we'll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla (TSLA) releases Q1 2026 financial results: slight beat on earnings Tesla seems to say Robotaxi launch will be pushed back in 5 US cities Tesla (TSLA) pulled questionable levers to make Q1 2026 financials look good Elon Musk pushes unsupervised FSD for consumer Teslas — again Tesla will build factories just to retrofit millions of HW3 cars it said could do FSD Tesla confirms Cybercab production has started despite delays in unsupervised driving Tesla announces HW4 Plus with doubled memory — will HW4 follow HW3 to the grave? Tesla (TSLA) quietly discloses $2 billion AI hardware company acquisition buried in filing Tesla Model YL prototype spotted on US roads for the first time Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric is an off-road capable, 2.4s 0-60mph beauty and beast BMW unveils the new i7 with nearly 450 miles of range and Neue Klasse style [Images] XPeng unveils GX flagship SUV with 750 km range, L4-ready hardware for $58,000 Hyundai unveils sleek new IONIQ V: a production car that looks like a concept Hyundai unveils the IONIQ 3 with class-leading range and a new infotainment [Images] CATL is launching sodium-ion batteries in EVs in 2026, aiming for 370+ miles range Rivian (RIVN) starts R2 production days after tornado hit factory, deliveries this spring Xpeng is actually building this electric flying car — I visited the factory Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET: https://www.youtube.com/live/A7NTG5vjRuM

It's EV News Briefly for Wednesday 22 April 2026, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDailyBMW GIVES I7 MORE RANGE AND SCREEN SPACEBMW has revealed what it calls the most extensive refresh ever applied to a BMW, with the updated electric i7 arriving first in September 2026 and plug-in hybrids to follow, with pricing expected to rise from the current £105,000 starting point. The new i7 swaps its old 105.7kWh battery for a 112.5kWh pack using Gen6 cylindrical cells, pushing maximum range from 387 miles to 452 miles and DC charging speed from 195kW to 250kW, while adaptive dampers and active rear steering become standard across the whole range.The styling adopts BMW's Neue Klasse design language with slimmer crystal-embedded headlights, a horizontal-slat grille, 22-inch alloys as standard, and up to 500 exterior colour combinations including a new two-tone option. Inside, the i7 becomes the first BMW to offer a front-passenger touchscreen (14.6 inches), gains a 17.9-inch central display and a sweeping 43.3-inch Panoramic iDrive dashboard, while rear passengers keep their 31.3-inch 8K cinema screen and 35-speaker Bowers & Wilkins system.***RIVIAN STARTS R2 PRODUCTION IN ILLINOISRivian has begun production of the R2 at its Normal, Illinois plant, with CFO Claire McDonough confirming the start in a Reuters interview and first customer deliveries expected later this spring. Reservation holders will receive configuration invitations in June, with the $57,990 Launch Edition shipping first, followed by the $53,990 Premium later in 2026 and the more affordable Standard and entry variants arriving through 2027.Rivian expects R2 to cost less than half of what an R1 costs to build once higher volumes are reached in 2027, and the vehicle also underpins the company's broader ambitions including the $2,500 Autonomy+ self-driving package and an Uber robotaxi partnership worth up to $1.25 billion across 25 cities.***GM SAYS NO DELAY TO ELECTRIC TRUCK PROGRAMMEGM publicly denied cancelling any electric trucks after Crain's Detroit Business — citing three anonymous sources — reported that the automaker had indefinitely delayed its next-generation electric truck programme, which had been targeting a 2028 production start for refreshed versions of the Silverado EV, GMC Sierra EV, Hummer, and Escalade IQ. GM told Motor1 that "EVs remain the end game" and confirmed no impact to current electric truck production, though the company gave no timeline for when the next-generation programme might resume.Supplier executives and analysts told Crain's they do not expect a new generation of GM's all-electric truck line until 2030 or beyond, suggesting the delay is substantial even if GM stops short of calling it a cancellation.***SMART #2 SETS UP FORTWO RETURNSmart has unveiled the Smart #2 concept, a two-door, two-seat electric city car that revives the spirit of the original Fortwo, with a production model expected to launch in October 2026. Built on the Electric Compact Architecture platform, it offers an estimated 186-mile range — a dramatic leap over the old EQ Fortwo's 58-mile range — along with a 10–80% charge time of under 20 minutes and vehicle-to-load capability.Expected to measure around 106 inches (2.7 metres) long, the Smart #2 would be smaller than the Dacia Spring and Renault Twingo, placing it among Europe's smallest new EVs at launch.***ID. BUZZ ADDS AWD AND NEW TECHVolkswagen Commercial Vehicles is rolling out a 2026 model year update for the ID. Buzz this summer, headlined by the new Pro 4MOTION variant that pairs a 210kW rear motor with a front motor for a combined 250kW and raises towing capacity to 1.8 tonnes on the standard wheelbase. The update also brings one-pedal driving capable of bringing the vehicle to a full stop, a new Innovision infotainment system with an integrated app store, traffic-light-responsive Connected Travel Assist, a welcome return to physical steering wheel buttons, and optional vehicle-to-load capability at up to 2.0kW.***CHARGEPOINT LAUNCHES 600KW EXPRESS SOLOChargePoint has unveiled the Express Solo, a standalone DC fast charger capable of delivering up to 600kW, which the company says sets a new benchmark for public charging in the US. The unit supports two simultaneous sessions, accepts direct DC input for integration with on-site battery storage, enables bidirectional charging, and uses an Omni Port combining CCS1 and NACS connectors — all at a claimed 30% lower purchase and operating cost than comparable high-power chargers.***FRANCE SETS 2035 ROAD CHARGING PLANFrance's government has published a national strategy to deploy around 30,000 EV charging points on motorways and national roads by 2035, targeting corridors that carry roughly one third of all traffic despite representing just 2% of total road length. The plan includes approximately 22,000 fast chargers at around 150kW for light vehicles across 900 service areas — a fivefold capacity increase — plus 8,000 heavy-duty charging points across 560 locations.***COKE CANADA ADDS VOLVO ELECTRIC TRUCKSCoca-Cola Canada Bottling is expanding its electric fleet to nearly 40 vehicles by adding Volvo VNR Electric trucks in Quebec City and the Vancouver area, building on a 2023 pilot programme that tested six of the trucks in real-world conditions. Each VNR Electric uses a six-battery configuration with a range of up to 440km, and the expansion is supported by a new 180kW Heliox Flex charging station in Quebec City and two additional chargers in Vancouver.***PG&E ADDS CYBERTRUCK TO V2G PILOTPG&E and Tesla have added the Cybertruck to PG&E's residential vehicle-to-grid programme, using Tesla's Powershare Gateway and Universal Wall Connector in what is the first AC-based V2G application approved for California customers. Participants can receive up to $4,500 in incentives for bidirectional charging equipment and earn additional compensation for exporting electricity back to the grid during peak demand events.***VOLKSWAGEN SETS GERMAN V2G LAUNCH FOR 2026Volkswagen and its energy subsidiary Elli plan to launch a fully integrated vehicle-to-grid service for private customers in Germany in Q4 2026, with pre-registration opening in June, promising annual earnings of €700–€900 under favourable conditions. Elli will manage the full stack — dynamic tariff, DC bidirectional charger, smart meter integration, and a control app — backed by around one million bidirectional-capable MEB-platform EVs already on European roads.

BMW will pull the iX, the automaker's first dedicated electric SUV, from its U.S. lineup as it shifts focus to a next-generation electric vehicle platform, BMWBlog reported. A spokesperson stated that the company will prioritize upcoming Neue Klasse models, beginning with the iX3 SUV.BMW announced the iX in 2021 and began sales in 2022. The vehicle features an estimated range of up to 364 miles, a bodyshell that includes carbon fiber-reinforced polymer and a starting MSRP of about $75,000. The iX drew mixed reactions, particularly over its interior design, which featured the high-resolution Curved Display, a hexagonal steering wheel and the option to integrate speakers into the seat. Jalopnik reported that BMW sold nearly 51,000 iXs from 2022 to 2025, while BMWBlog noted that the vehicle functioned as both a technological proof-of-concept and a production vehicle.#BMW #ElectricVehicles #EVNews #AutoIndustry #LuxuryCars #AutomotiveNews #EVTransition #FutureOfCars #NeueKlasse #BMWiX #BMWiX3 #CarTech #Innovation #ManufacturingNews #AutoTrends #EVMarket #Sustainability #LuxuryEV #CarLaunch #Mobility

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BMW inaugure sa nouvelle ère "Neue Klasse" avec son iX3. Plus qu'un nouveau modèle, ce SUV fait figure de manifeste technologique pour la marque qui veut effacer les limites actuelles de la voiture électrique. Au programme : une autonomie record jusqu'à 805 km et une architecture 800V permettant de récupérer 350 km en 10 minutes. Mais l'autre choc est à l'intérieur, avec sous le pare-brise, un nouvel écran panoramique 4K de 110 cm, et une ergonomie sans bouton qui bouscule tous les codes. On vous fait découvrir ce SUV dans sa version de lancement de 469 chevaux qui parvient à concilier un confort feutré et un dynamisme typiquement BMW.

Rassegna stampa economico-finanziaria del 23 Marzo 2026, strutturata per macro-temi e basata sulle principali testate giornalistiche nazionali.INVESTIMENTI E MERCATITestate coinvolte: Il Sole 24 Ore, Il Messaggero, Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica, Il Giornale. * Opas Poste Italiane su Tim: Poste Italiane ha lanciato un'offerta pubblica di acquisto e scambio (Opas) totalitaria su Telecom Italia (Tim) per un valore di circa 10,8 miliardi di euro. L'operazione punta a creare la più grande infrastruttura connessa del Paese, integrando servizi finanziari, logistica e telecomunicazioni. I titoli Tim saranno valorizzati a 63,35 euro e lo Stato manterrà una quota superiore al 50% nella nuova entità. * Contenzioso Dazi USA: La Corte Suprema degli Stati Uniti ha dichiarato illegittimi i dazi imposti sotto l'International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), rendendo incerto il destino di 166 miliardi di dollari già riscossi dall'autorità doganale (CBP). I rimborsi saranno liquidati in più step attraverso il nuovo sistema Cape. * Crisi nel Golfo e scambi commerciali: Le tensioni geopolitiche mettono a rischio scambi per 32,3 miliardi di euro, con l'export verso Emirati Arabi Uniti e Arabia Saudita in bilico a causa delle minacce di chiusura dello Stretto di Hormuz. * Performance Borsa Italiana: Uno studio di Confindustria evidenzia come la stabilità politica abbia prodotto per le imprese un vantaggio di 4,6 miliardi di euro nel 2025 sul costo del credito, favorendo un "boom" dei mercati finanziari nazionali.INDUSTRIA E CONSUMITestate coinvolte: Il Sole 24 Ore, La Repubblica, Il Messaggero, Corriere della Sera. * Settore Automotive: * Audi: Ha annunciato il lancio della A2 e-tron nel 2027 e del super SUV Q9 per la seconda metà dell'anno. La produzione della A8 terminerà in Europa entro il 2026.   * BMW: Presentata la nuova Serie 3 con versione elettrica Neue Klasse, dotata di sistema Simbiotic Drive per la guida autonoma parziale e potenza fino a 345 kW (469 Cv). * Caro Prezzi Pasquale: Le uova di cioccolato registrano aumenti tra il 5% e il 10% su base annua. Il 46% dei consumatori segnala inoltre il fenomeno della shrinkflation (prodotti più piccoli allo stesso prezzo). * Digitalizzazione Concorsi: La società Recrytera gestisce oggi il 75% del mercato dei concorsi pubblici in Italia, con 5 milioni di candidati gestiti in 5 anni e tempi medi di selezione ridotti a 5 mesi.FISCO E NORMATIVATestate coinvolte: Il Sole 24 Ore, La Repubblica. * Riforma del Terzo Settore: Scade il 31 marzo 2026 il termine per le Onlus per richiedere l'ingresso nel Registro Unico Nazionale del Terzo Settore (RUNTS). Al momento, solo 7.093 organizzazioni su 21.589 (circa una su tre) hanno completato l'iscrizione. * Sconto Sociale TARI: Circa 2.600 Comuni sono in ritardo nella nomina del gestore delle tariffe, mettendo a rischio lo sconto del 25% sulla TARI 2025 per i nuclei con ISEE fino a 9.530 euro (soglia che sale a 20.000 euro con 4 figli). * Cybersecurity UE: Presentato il nuovo pacchetto sulla cybersicurezza che rafforza i controlli sui fornitori digitali provenienti da Paesi a rischio per proteggere le supply chain.BANCHE E CREDITOTestate coinvolte: Il Giornale, Il Sole 24 Ore. * Caso MPS-Mediobanca: Tensione nel board di Monte dei Paschi di Siena dopo la presentazione di una lista autonoma per il rinnovo del CDA da parte dell'AD Luigi Lovaglio. Il CDA di MPS si riunisce oggi per valutare l'eventuale revoca delle deleghe a Lovaglio. * Dismissioni Immobiliari: La Banca d'Italia ha avviato un programma di alienazione di palazzi storici; tra questi il Teatro Salone Margherita a Roma (2.500 mq), con manifestazioni di interesse attese entro il 28 aprile 2026.ENERGIA E GEOPOLITICATestate coinvolte: Il Messaggero, Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica, Il Giornale. * Ultimatum USA-Iran: Donald Trump ha minacciato di bombardare le centrali elettriche iraniane se lo Stretto di Hormuz non verrà riaperto entro questa notte. Teheran ha replicato minacciando il blocco totale dello stretto e attacchi a infrastrutture energetiche e impianti di desalinizzazione in tutto il Golfo. * Prezzi Carburanti: Il diesel ha superato la soglia dei 2 euro/litro in autostrada (picco di 1,995 euro in Campania). Il Governo valuta la proroga dello sconto sulle accise di 25 centesimi oltre la scadenza del 7 aprile. * Bonus Energia Enel: Previsti due mesi di componente energia gratuita per i residenti con ISEE fino a 25.000 euro che siano o diventino clienti entro il 31 maggio 2026. LAVORO E FORMAZIONETestate coinvolte: Il Sole 24 Ore, La Repubblica. * Incentivi Occupazione Under 35: Ultimo mese per usufruire dello sgravio contributivo del 100% (fino a 500 euro/mese) previsto dal DL Coesione per le assunzioni a tempo indeterminato effettuate entro il 30 aprile 2026. * Mobilità Docenti: Le domande di trasferimento per l'anno scolastico 2026/27 sono aperte fino al 5 aprile. Ogni anno circa il 5% dei docenti (tra 40 e 50 mila) cambia istituto o provincia. * Licenziamento per Phishing: Una sentenza stabilisce la legittimità del licenziamento per il lavoratore che cade in frodi informatiche (phishing) ignorando i controlli minimi richiesti dal suo ruolo. Executive Takeaway (Insight per la C-Suite) * Rinazionalizzazione Strategica: L'Opas di Poste su Tim segna il ritorno del controllo pubblico sulle reti; i manager devono monitorare la creazione di questa nuova piattaforma logistico-digitale per potenziali sinergie operative. * Risk Management Energetico: La crisi nello Stretto di Hormuz e il rialzo dei carburanti oltre i 2€ suggeriscono di accelerare i piani di efficientamento energetico e la revisione dei costi logistici prima delle festività pasquali. * Finestra Incentivi Lavoro: La scadenza del 30 aprile per gli sgravi al 100% sugli under 35 rappresenta un'opportunità immediata per stabilizzare l'organico riducendo significativamente il costo del lavoro (es. -500€/mese per un ingegnere). * Compliance e Cybersecurity: Il rafforzamento dei controlli UE sui fornitori digitali e la giurisprudenza severa sugli errori dei dipendenti (phishing) impongono un audit immediato della supply chain e nuovi investimenti in formazione del personale. * Stabilità come Asset: La correlazione diretta tra stabilità politica e riduzione del costo del credito (risparmio stimato di 4,6 mld) offre un quadro macroeconomico favorevole per pianificare investimenti di lungo periodo in Italia.

Het kabinet ziet voorlopig niks in maatregelen om het brandstofverbruik te verminderen. Verder spreken we uitgebreid met BMW over de nieuwe i3, het tweede Neue Klasse-model, met een rijbereik van 900 kilometer. Genesis beleeft vandaag zijn lancering in Nederland (en Meindert was erbij). En Wouter test de Alpine A110 R. Autonieuws Thuiswerken, de maximumsnelheid omlaag of meer autodelen? Het kabinet ziet voorlopig niks in maatregelen om het brandstofverbruik te verminderen. BMW i3 BMW pakt uit met de i3, het tweede Neue Klasse-model. We spreken Anne Brons, directeur van BMW Group Nederland. Genesis Genesis, het luxemerk van Hyundai, beleeft zijn lancering in Nederland en Meindert was erbij. Te gast is Peter Lammers, Hoofd Genesis Nederland. Alpine Wouter test de Alpine A110 R. Contact? Een vraag of opmerking? Mail naar autoshow@bnr.nl Reageer op X, DM ons via Instagram of plaats een reactie op Spotify! Meer luisteren? Breek de week | Onze midweekse podcast waarin we het belangrijkste autonieuws bespreken. Luister hier. Auto Update | Het laatste autonieuws in de BNR Ochtendspits met Noud Broekhof. Abonneer hier. Over De Nationale Autoshow De Nationale Autoshow is al decennialang hét autoprogramma op de Nederlandse radio. Iedere vrijdagmiddag live te horen op BNR, tussen 15:00 uur en 16:00 uur, en altijd terug te luisteren als podcast. Over de makers Meindert Schut is journalist, dagvoorzitter en hoofdredacteur van zakenblad Quote. Hij is autoliefhebber en al meer dan 15 jaar de vaste presentator van De Nationale Autoshow. Meindert rijdt in een Volvo en hij heeft ook een Porsche 911 in bezit. Wouter Karssen is één van de oprichters van Autoblog.nl en sinds het najaar van 2011 medepresentator van De Nationale Autoshow. Hij is vaak onderweg om de nieuwste auto's te testen en deelt graag zijn scherpe mening. Ook Wouter rijdt in een Porsche 911. Redactie Noud Broekhof is journalist en verantwoordelijk voor De Nationale Autoshow. Hij verzorgt de auto- en mobiliteitsupdates in de BNR Ochtendspits en presenteert de midweekse Breek de week-podcast. Noud rijdt Volvo en heeft ook een Volkswagen Up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Esta semana grabamos en un horario excepcional para contaros nuestra experiencia exclusiva poniéndonos al volante del nuevo BMW iX3. Os detallamos todo sobre la revolucionaria plataforma Neue Klasse: desde su arquitectura de 800V con carga ultra rápida de 400 kW, hasta su sorprendente autonomía que promete acercarse a los 1.000 km. En la sección de actualidad, comentamos la histórica victoria de Kimi Antonelli en la F1 y las novedades de Ferrari. También tenemos un gran anuncio: ¡confirmamos nuestra asistencia a Autopía 2026!En el Top 6 de esta semana, Uri repasa los fabricantes más dominantes de la historia del Motorsport basándose en sus rachas de títulos mundiales consecutivos.En el "Coche de la Semana", Carles nos trae un auténtico unicornio: el Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series, una bestia V12 con un par motor capaz de "arrugar el asfalto".Para terminar, David nos trae un WWYP (What Would You Prefer) muy real con tres de los crossovers más exitosos del mercado.Gas!¡VOTA POR EL COCHE DE LA SEMANA! y descubre nuestra TIENDA en ⁠https://podcars.es/en-eurConsigue aquí tu informe CARFAX: ⁠https://bit.ly/4ka0Arn⁠ / 15% de descuento con el código "PODCARS"Síguenos en: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/podcars ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@podcarspodcastCapítulos: 00:22 Bienvenida12:35 TOP 6: Fabricantes más dominantes del Motorsport 24:45 Minuto CARFAX: Un Aston Martin Vantage con truco 30:45 Coche de la Semana: Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series 45:00 F1 y novedades: Victoria de Kimi Antonelli y el Ferrari Amalfi Spider48:40 Probamos el nuevo BMW iX3 Neue Klasse 01:07:00 WWYP: Crossovers híbridos: CHR vs. Symbioz vs. Formentor#podcars #podcast #podcastdecoches #español #automocion #coches #deportivos #supercars #ranking #TOP6 #novedades #BMW #iX3 #Mercedes #BlackSeries #F1PodCars © es una marca registrada. Las opiniones expresadas en este podcast son personales de los productores y no de las empresas por las que trabajan.

It's EV News Briefly for Monday 16 March 2026, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDailyBMW SETS 18 MARCH FOR I3 DEBUTBMW will unveil the fully electric i3 sedan on 18 March, extending its Neue Klasse platform into the compact sedan segment, with assembly already underway at its Munich plant and series production expected to begin in late autumn. The i3 50 xDrive will be the first version to reach customers, featuring an 800V platform with up to 400kW peak charging and an expected range exceeding the iX3's 805km rating.EU EV PRICES FALL AS RULES BITEEU EV prices fell by an average of €1,800 in 2025, a 4% drop that ended five consecutive years of rising prices, taking the average to €42,700, driven by tighter CO2 emissions targets forcing carmakers to compete on price. T&E expects further price falls as more budget EVs launch, with affordable and mass-market EVs projected to outsell large and premium vehicles by 2027, alongside full price parity with ICE vehicles across all segments.TESLA WINS UK POWER SUPPLY LICENCETesla has been granted an electricity supply licence by Ofgem, allowing Tesla Energy Ventures to sell power directly to homes and businesses across England, Wales and Scotland from 11 March 2026, completing a six-year effort to become a full-service energy provider in Britain. Ofgem approved the licence despite over 8,400 objections citing Elon Musk's political activities, ruling that Tesla met all statutory requirements, and Tesla must now comply with standard UK consumer protection and billing obligations.UK MAKERS BEAT 2024 ZEV TARGETUK car makers met their 2024 ZEV mandate obligations despite a raw EV sales mix of 19.8% falling short of the 22% headline target, by using CO2 credits under the Vehicle Emissions Trading Scheme to reach an effective 24.1%. The result gave manufacturers surplus credits to carry into future compliance years, with the government set to begin a ZEV mandate review later in 2026 and findings due in the first half of 2027.GREEN NCAP LINKS WITH CHARIN ON CHARGING TESTSGreen NCAP and the Charging Interface Initiative (CharIN) have agreed to collaborate on EV charging interoperability and performance transparency, with the goal of giving consumers independent, verified data on how well EVs work with charging infrastructure. The CharIN Label will be referenced within Green NCAP's Driving Experience assessment for electric vehicles, with testing following CharIN's own processes or recognised partner organisations.ARVAL DATA SHOWS STRONG EV BATTERY LIFEArval's analysis of 24,000 battery health certificates across 11 European countries found that EV and PHEV batteries decline by just 1% per 25,000km after an initial drop, with vehicles reaching 160,000km or six years of service still retaining battery health above 90%. Newer-generation models outperformed older ones by two to three percentage points, and the entire fleet comfortably exceeds the incoming Euro 7 requirement of 72% battery capacity retention at eight years or 100,000 miles.AUSTRALIA EV TAX BREAK FACES BUDGET THREATAustralia's Electric Vehicle Discount, which allows workers to reduce their tax bill by purchasing a new EV through salary sacrificing, is under review with reports suggesting the upcoming federal budget could remove it. Renewable energy advocates are opposing any scrapping of the scheme, arguing the timing is particularly poor given rising global fuel prices.ŠKODA POSTS RECORD 2025 RESULTSŠkoda posted record 2025 results with revenue up 8.3% to €30.1 billion, operating profit up 8.6% to €2.5 billion, and net cash flow reaching €2.3 billion. Electrified vehicle deliveries more than doubled to 218,700 units, with the Elroq ranking as the second best-selling BEV in Europe and plugged-in models accounting for 25.7% of European sales.SEAT SEES 2026 PROFIT LIFT AFTER TARIFF CUTSeat expects profitability to recover in 2026 after the EU dropped an additional tariff on the China-built Cupra Tavascan, which had cost the company an estimated €250 million in 2025 and forced it to absorb around €7,000 per vehicle rather than pass costs to buyers. EV margins still trail combustion-engine equivalents, but Seat expects improvement with the launch of the Cupra Raval small EV on April 9, priced comparably to combustion-engine cars and weeks away from series production.NISSAN LEAF BATTERIES RETURN AS VIGO CHARGERSNissan has partnered with Spanish firm Little Electric Energy to deploy a second-life battery charging system at the Port of Vigo, using 12 decommissioned 30 kWh Nissan Leaf packs to power four charging points supporting both 22 kW AC and 240 kW DC ultra-fast charging. The Green Charge Flex system targets sites with limited grid capacity by charging slowly from the available connection and delivering stored energy rapidly to EVs, avoiding costly grid upgrades.

It's EV News Briefly for Sunday 15 March 2026, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDailyUSED EV SUPPLY SET TO JUMPOver 300,000 EVs are expected to come off lease in 2026, driven by a post-2022 surge in EV leasing fuelled by a federal tax credit loophole under the Inflation Reduction Act. Used EVs are already selling faster than petrol cars, making the incoming supply wave a significant affordability opportunity for buyers.GLOBAL EV SALES FALL AS CHINA CORRECTS, EUROPE MOVES FORWARDGlobal EV sales hit 1.1 million units in February 2026, down 11% year-over-year, with year-to-date totals of 2.2 million units, down 8% versus 2025. Europe was the standout performer, up 21% year-to-date, with Italy posting a record February thanks to subsidies of up to €20,000, while North America fell 36% and China dropped 26% though Chinese EV exports surpassed 500,000 units.PROLOGUE STUMBLES ON AS HONDA RETREATS FROM EVSHonda has cancelled three planned US EVs — the 0 Series SUV, 0 Series Saloon, and Acura RSX — citing declining EV demand and the rollback of US EV incentives under the Trump administration. Honda is pivoting back to hybrids, and reports suggest the Prologue will also end production in December, though Honda has called that speculation.BYD SETS PARIS DEBUT FOR FLASH CHARGINGBYD will unveil its Flash Charging technology and the Denza Z9 GT in Paris on 8 April, showcasing a second-generation Blade Battery that charges from 10% to 97% in nine minutes. The Flash Chargers can deliver up to 1,500 kW using two cables simultaneously, though BYD has not confirmed European cable standards or peak output for that market.GERMAN MOTORWAY CHARGING OPENS TO COMPETITIONA Düsseldorf court ruled on 6 March that Germany's motorway EV charging market must open to full competition, ending Tank & Rast's de-facto monopoly over fast charging at around 360 motorway service areas. The decision, brought by Fastned, requires open tenders for charging installations later in 2026 and could set a Europe-wide precedent for breaking up incumbent charging monopolies.UK POWER NETWORKS STARTS UK-FIRST V2G TRIALUK Power Networks and Octopus Energy have launched a vehicle-to-grid trial in Amersham, Worthing, and Enfield, allowing EV owners to feed power back to the grid during peak demand. The initiative includes automatic approval of V2G charger connections — a UK first — with UK Power Networks approving 80% of requests compared to the national average of just 11%.GOVERNMENT HOLDS LINE ON ZEV REVIEWThe UK government has rejected industry calls to bring forward the ZEV mandate review, maintaining a 2026 review with findings due in early 2027. Ministers say the timetable will properly identify pressure points, though the car industry's lobby group SMMT argues the transition was built on assumptions that have since proved incorrect.ZERO SELLS XB AND XE DIRECTZero Motorcycles will sell its XB and XE electric dirt bikes directly to consumers online, shipping them in a crate for home assembly of key components like the battery and front fork. Dealers will continue to sell and service both models, with the direct channel aimed at streamlining fulfilment and better competing with electric off-road rivals.BMW TEASES 2027 7 SERIES REFRESHBMW has teased the updated 2027 7 Series ahead of its world premiere next month, with the mid-cycle refresh retaining the kidney grille rather than adopting Neue Klasse styling. The i7 electric variant is expected to receive a larger battery, silicon carbide inverters for better efficiency, and the full-width Panoramic Vision display from the iX3.NISSAN TO END LEAF REMOTE APP ACCESSNissan will shut down the NissanConnect EV app on 30 March, stripping remote charging, pre-heating, and battery monitoring from older Leaf models and e-NV200 vans. The move has drawn criticism from owners who note EVs often remain in use for over 12 years, highlighting a broader industry problem where digital features can become obsolete long before the vehicle itself does.

In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week's episode, we discuss Rivian R2, Lucid's counterattack, and Tesla's 'Digital Optimus'. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek's YouTube channel. As a reminder, we'll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Musk confirms xAI-Tesla joint ‘Digital Optimus' project — after saying Tesla didn't need xAI Rivian reveals full R2 lineup and pricing, starting at $57,990 with a $45K RWD model coming later Rivian is phasing out the R1S Dual Standard, its most affordable SUV, ahead of the R2 Lucid (LCID) reveals Cosmos and Earth SUVs as first midsize EVs, starting under $50,000 Lucid takes aim at the Tesla Cybercab with Lunar, a two-seat EV robotaxi concept BMW's flagship i7 EV is getting a Neue Klasse upgrade: Here's our first look BYD is open to building cars in Canada and acquiring a rival automaker BYD's luxury EV with 5 min fast charging and nearly 500 miles of range is headed overseas Honda is scrapping three of its most important EVs for the US, including the Acura RSX Aptera (SEV) raises $6.3M through warrant exercise to fund solar electric vehicle validation Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET: https://www.youtube.com/live/aLUDy28zGmw

It's EV News Briefly for Friday 06 March 2026, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDailyBMW TO UNVEIL ELECTRIC I3 SALOON ON 18 MARCH  BMW will reveal the new i3 saloon on 18 March as the first fully electric 3 Series, using the Neue Klasse Gen6 platform with 800V architecture, 400kW charging, and an expected 50 xDrive dual-motor, 108kWh setup targeting around 500 miles of range and potentially more thanks to its saloon aerodynamics. It will be the second Neue Klasse model after the iX3, aimed squarely at the Tesla Model 3 and future premium rivals from Mercedes, Audi, Xpeng and BYD's Denza, with a full line-up planned including an electric M3.  TESLA UK DROPS 37% AS UK EV SALES RISE  Tesla's UK registrations fell 37% year-on-year in February to 2,422 units, even as the overall market hit its strongest February since 2004 and BEVs grew to 24.2% of new registrations, with Chinese brands like BYD surging 83%. Tesla has argued that monthly registration data is misleading versus orders and quarterly shipments, but critics note all brands face similar timing issues, and for now the headline picture is a growing UK EV market in which Tesla's share is shrinking.  EVGO ENDS 2025 WITH 5,100 FAST-CHARGING STALLS  EVgo closed 2025 with 5,100 DC fast-charging stalls in operation, up 25% year-on-year after a record Q4 net gain of about 510 stalls, including 320 company-owned units and 190 eXtend-branded stalls at partner sites. The network is getting both denser and faster, with nearly a third of stations now offering six or more stalls and 62% of all stalls equipped with 350kW hardware, up sharply from 50% in late 2024.  LUCID FEBRUARY US SALES JUMP ON GRAVITY RAMP  Lucid's US sales jumped to 1,500 vehicles in February, almost double January, driven by a sharp ramp in Gravity SUV deliveries alongside 900 Air sedans. With Gravity now starting at $79,900 (via the Touring trim) and supported by a $7,500 lease credit plus targeted trade-in offers for Tesla, Rivian and Polestar owners, Lucid is boosting US momentum even as European registrations remain minimal. VW DEALERS SUE OVER SCOUT DIRECT SALES  Two Volkswagen dealerships in Connecticut and New York have launched a class-action lawsuit against Scout Motors and Volkswagen, arguing that Scout's Tesla-style direct-to-consumer sales model violates existing VW franchise agreements and deprives dealers of a lucrative new brand. Scout and CEO Scott Keogh counter that Scout is a separate entity from Volkswagen Group of America and therefore not bound to use VW's franchised dealer network.  VOLKSWAGEN GROUP HITS FOUR MILLION BEV DELIVERIES  Volkswagen Group has delivered its four-millionth battery-electric vehicle, accelerating from nearly a decade to reach the first million to adding the fourth million in just one year, powered largely by its MEB platform and around 30 all-electric passenger models. Most BEVs are built and sold in Europe, where compact SUVs and crossovers such as the VW ID.4/ID.5 dominate, while China and the US account for smaller but growing shares of volume and production. EGBATT LAUNCHES NOVA 60 DUAL BUFFERED CHARGER  EGbatt's new Nova 60 Dual combines a 60kW DC fast charger with a 60kWh LiFePO₄ battery in a single outdoor unit, allowing sites to deliver full fast-charging power without expensive grid upgrades by relying on buffered energy. Optional 20kW DC solar input lets operators integrate rooftop PV directly, helping cut operating costs and increase the share of renewable energy used for charging. LOTUS ADDS RANGE-EXTENDER ELETRE X FOR CHINA  Lotus has responded to softer demand for high-end pure EVs by launching the Eletre X plug-in range-extender SUV in China, pairing a 70kWh battery and 900V fast-charging system with a 2.0-litre turbo engine that mostly drives a generator but can also clutch to the front wheels for motorway efficiency. Delivering 952bhp, 0–62mph in 3.3 seconds and around 150 miles of electric-only range in a 2.6-tonne package, the Eletre X shares its new Geely-platform underpinnings with the Zeekr 9X and is slated to reach the UK no earlier than 2027.

Efter års kritik foretager den tyske bilgigant nu en markant kursændring. Volkswagen bekræfter, at ikonet over dem alle vender tilbage, og de genindfører præcis det, kunderne har efterspurgt. Det er nyheden, der har fået bilverdenen til at spærre øjnene op. Volkswagen har netop fremvist de første officielle streger af fremtidens vigtigste model: Den elektriske Golf 9. I ugens episode af Bilradio analyserer Christian Schacht og Jan Lang den længe ventede model, der forventes at lande i slutningen af 2028 under navnet ID. Golf. Slut med touch-irritation. Volkswagen har taget ved lære af de seneste års modvind. Designchef Andreas Mindt lover, at den nye Golf vender tilbage til rødderne med en kabine, der hylder Golf 7-mesterværket. ”Volkswagen har lyttet til kritikken. Den nye Golf handler om at finde tilbage til den brugervenlighed, der gjorde modellen til verdens mest populære,” lyder det i studiet. Men du behøver ikke vente to år på store nyheder. Bilradio varmer op til de næste 14 dage, hvor sløret løftes for to af markedets mest interessante spillere: 13. marts: Verdenspremiere på den sportslige Cupra Raval. 18. marts: Det helt store tæppefald for den elektriske BMW i3, der bygger på den innovative "Neue Klasse"-platform. Andre emner i ugens Bilradio:Toyota er Danmarks nye konge: bZ4X sidder tungt på tronen, mens Tesla rutsjer ned som nummer 9 på mærkelisten. Priskrigen raser: Kia og Hyundai angriber markedet med prishug på populære modeller som EV6 og Ioniq 5. Cupra Born opgraderes: Nu med 600 km rækkevidde og endelig fire knapper til ruderne.Den store Volvo-overhaling: 20.000 danske ejere vågner op til et helt nyt interface i bilen via nettet. Test-garagen: Dommen over Leapmotor B10 – får man for meget bil for pengene, eller er fejlene for mange? Kia EV5 lander: Ny familie-SUV på vej til maj med en startpris under 300.000 kr. Vært: Christian Schacht Redaktør: Jacob Grosen Klip og produktion: Cecilie Aagaard HansenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lige nu kan du få gratis adgang til Bilradio, så snart podcasten udkommer! Læs og lyt til Jyllands-Posten for 0 kroner under hele valgkampen. Du finder tilbuddet på jp.dk. Efter års kritik foretager den tyske bilgigant nu en markant kursændring. Volkswagen bekræfter, at ikonet over dem alle vender tilbage, og de genindfører præcis det, kunderne har efterspurgt. Det er nyheden, der har fået bilverdenen til at spærre øjnene op. Volkswagen har netop fremvist de første officielle streger af fremtidens vigtigste model: Den elektriske Golf 9. I ugens episode af Bilradio analyserer Christian Schacht og Jan Lang den længe ventede model, der forventes at lande i slutningen af 2028 under navnet ID. Golf. Slut med touch-irritation. Volkswagen har taget ved lære af de seneste års modvind. Designchef Andreas Mindt lover, at den nye Golf vender tilbage til rødderne med en kabine, der hylder Golf 7-mesterværket. ”Volkswagen har lyttet til kritikken. Den nye Golf handler om at finde tilbage til den brugervenlighed, der gjorde modellen til verdens mest populære,” lyder det i studiet. Men du behøver ikke vente to år på store nyheder. Bilradio varmer op til de næste 14 dage, hvor sløret løftes for to af markedets mest interessante spillere: 13. marts: Verdenspremiere på den sportslige Cupra Raval. 18. marts: Det helt store tæppefald for den elektriske BMW i3, der bygger på den innovative "Neue Klasse"-platform. Andre emner i ugens Bilradio:Toyota er Danmarks nye konge: bZ4X sidder tungt på tronen, mens Tesla rutsjer ned som nummer 9 på mærkelisten. Priskrigen raser: Kia og Hyundai angriber markedet med prishug på populære modeller som EV6 og Ioniq 5. Cupra Born opgraderes: Nu med 600 km rækkevidde og endelig fire knapper til ruderne.Den store Volvo-overhaling: 20.000 danske ejere vågner op til et helt nyt interface i bilen via nettet. Test-garagen: Dommen over Leapmotor B10 – får man for meget bil for pengene, eller er fejlene for mange? Kia EV5 lander: Ny familie-SUV på vej til maj med en startpris under 300.000 kr. Vært: Christian Schacht Redaktør: Jacob Grosen Klip og produktion: Cecilie Aagaard HansenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's EV News Briefly for Tuesday 03 March 2026, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDailyRENAULT CHIEF ATTACKS "FAKE" PHEVS, EYES RANGE EXTENDERSRenault CEO François Provost has condemned short-range plug-in hybrids from German and Chinese manufacturers as "fake PHEVs" that discourage regular charging and undermine consumer and regulatory confidence in electrified vehicles. Renault is exploring range-extender EV (EREV) technology for its next-generation electric platform — underpinning models like the Scenic successor — where a combustion engine acts only as a generator for trips up to 1,000km, and Provost is pushing for EREVs to be explicitly permitted for sale in the EU and UK beyond the 2035 all-BEV mandate.NORWAY'S EV SHARE RECOVERS AND HITS 98%Norway registered 7,272 new passenger cars in February 2026, with BEVs accounting for 7,127 of them — a 98.01% market share — as the market began to stabilise after a turbulent end to 2025 driven by expiring VAT exemptions. OFV Director Geir Inge Stokke compared the post-surge normalisation to the period following the 2022 VAT reform, with diesel, petrol PHEVs, hybrids, and pure petrol cars dividing up the remaining 2% between them. NORWAY PASSES ONE MILLION BATTERY-ELECTRIC VEHICLESNorway's battery-electric passenger car fleet has crossed one million, with 951,300 BEV passenger cars and 50,300 BEV light commercial vehicles (LCVs) on the road, representing 32.4% of all passenger cars in the country's 2.94 million-strong fleet. Oslo leads with a 48.9% BEV share in its passenger car fleet and is expected to crack 50% before summer, while rural Finnmark trails at 12.2%, and the Norwegian EV Association's Christina Bu says the LCV transition — currently at just 9.7% — urgently needs to accelerate.UPTAKE SPREADS BEYOND WEALTHIER EARLY ADOPTERSResearch from charging firm char.gy and think tank New Automotive shows that EV adoption in England, once closely tied to wealth as measured by the Index of Multiple Deprivation, has spread significantly into poorer areas by Q3 2024–2025, with growth rates converging across most neighbourhoods. Used BEV transactions surged 45.7% in 2025 to a record 274,815 units, lifting used BEV market share to 3.5%, and with more than two million plug-in vehicles now on UK roads, the main remaining challenge is delivering reliable, affordable on-street charging in the most disadvantaged communities. QUANTUMSCAPE UNVEILS PRODUCTION LINE IN CALIFORNIAQuantumScape officially inaugurated its Eagle Line — a highly automated solid-state battery pilot production facility in San Jose, California — on February 4, 2026, designed not for mass production by QuantumScape itself but as a scalable blueprint that licensing partners, including Volkswagen (which has invested over $300 million), can replicate at gigawatt-hour scale in their own plants. With roughly $850 million in liquidity but a history of burning over $100 million annually and Volkswagen having scaled back its involvement in 2023 after missed timelines, QuantumScape's strategy pivot toward licensing means the next 18–24 months are critical for securing a major customer agreement.KIA UK SETS EV2 FIRST DRIVE WEEKENDSKia UK will run First Drive Weekend events for the EV2 across nearly all 190 UK dealers from April 16 to June 27, 2026, offering structured 30-minute accompanied drives ahead of first deliveries expected later in the year. The EV2 is a compact SUV just over four metres long built on the 400V E-GMP platform, supporting 10%–80% DC rapid charging in around 30 minutes, with two battery options (42.2kWh and 61.0kWh) and an expected starting price of around £25,000 — potentially undercutting rivals like the Renault 5 and Ford Puma Gen-E after the UK's £3,750 plug-in vehicle grant.BMW TEASES FOUR-MOTOR ELECTRIC M3 AT NÜRBURGRINGBMW M has released camouflaged footage of the electric M3 prototype — codenamed ZA0 — lapping the Nürburgring, featuring a unique four-motor all-wheel-drive setup with a front-motor decoupling mode for rear-wheel-drive capability that doesn't appear on any other Neue Klasse model. The ZA0 uses a bespoke battery pack with more than 100 kWh of net energy capacity not shared with regular i3 variants, with production targeted for March 2027 — well after the standard i3 sedan, which entered pre-series production at BMW's Munich plant in February 2026.ROYAL ENFIELD SETS 2026–2027 EV AND ICE PUSHRoyal Enfield is launching its first electric motorcycles under a new sub-brand called Flying Flea, starting with the minimalist urban C6 in 2026 and followed by the scrambler-inspired S6 in 2027, both sharing a common battery architecture that signals a modular platform approach. The brand is also developing an electrified Himalayan adventure bike, pushing its EV ambitions beyond city commuting into a segment that demands tougher performance credentials around weight, range, and durability. NEXT POLESTAR WILL BE SPORTIER AND ON CHINESE PLATFORMPolestar will replace the Polestar 2 in 2027 with a lower, sportier saloon that will be meaningfully longer than today's 4.6-metre car — potentially rivalling the BMW 3 Series — with UK pricing expected to start just below £50,000. The new model shifts to a Geely Holdings group-wide platform shared with Volvo, Lotus, Lynk&Co, and Zeekr, developed at "China speed" in a 30-month cycle versus the typical five-to-seven-year European timeline, with software-defined vehicle capability and advanced central computing at its core.ITALY LAUNCHES FIRST OFFICIAL ELECTRIC PORSCHE CLUBRegistro Italiano E-motion has become the world's first Porsche club built exclusively around battery-electric vehicles, earning official recognition from Porsche after beginning life as a pandemic-era chat group for Italian Taycan owners in 2021. The club's inaugural tour brought together 131 participants and 73 vehicles — a mix of 42 Taycans and 31 Macan Electrics, including two Taycan Turbo GT Weissach models — on a multi-day Alpine drive from Porsche Experience Center Franciacorta in northern Italy to the Hans Peter Porsche Traumwerk museum near Salzburg, Austria.

It's EV News Briefly for Monday 02 March 2026, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDailyBMW USA SHOP LEAK POINTS TO 2027 LINEUPA leak on BMW USA's online shop revealed two fully electric i3 sedan variants — the i3 40 xDrive and i3 50 xDrive — confirmed for the US in 2027, sharing the Neue Klasse platform with the iX3 and featuring Gen6 batteries, 800-volt hardware, and an iDrive X interior. The 2027 lineup also adds a first-ever iX4 coupe-SUV in two variants, an iX3 in three configurations launching in North America this summer, an electric iX5, and an i3 M60 alongside a full electric M3 positioned as the spiritual successor to today's M3 Competition.TESLA BERLIN RUNS HALF FULL AS UNION ROW SIMMERSTesla's Gigafactory Berlin produced 211,235 vehicles in 2024 against a stated annual capacity of 375,000 — a 56% utilisation rate — and output has since declined further, with the factory now reportedly running at around 40% capacity and BYD outselling Tesla in Europe in January 2026. Labour tensions are deepening ahead of works council elections, with IG Metall pursuing collective wage agreements similar to those at Volkswagen and BMW, while Tesla filed a criminal complaint against a union member and Elon Musk warned that "outside organisations" could hinder the site's ambition to become Europe's largest factory complex.T&E: LOCAL BATTERIES COULD CUT COST GAPA Transport & Environment report argues the EU can shrink the cost gap between domestically made and Chinese batteries from 90% to around 30% through scaled-up local production, with higher automation and lower scrap rates potentially cutting the gap to $14 per kWh by 2030 — equivalent to roughly €500 on an average EV. The findings align with the EU's forthcoming Industrial Accelerator Act, which targets ~70% local content thresholds for publicly supported EVs, though some carmakers warn this risks making batteries prohibitively expensive while T&E's Julia Poliscanova calls it "a sovereignty premium worth paying," particularly given China's export restrictions on critical minerals.TRIBUNAL BACKS 5% VAT ON SOME PUBLIC CHARGINGA UK tax tribunal has ruled against HMRC in a case brought by community charging operator Charge My Street, finding that a de-minimis clause in the VAT Act 1994 — capping "domestic" supplies at 1,000 kWh per month per customer — can qualify most neighbourhood charge points for the 5% reduced VAT rate rather than the 20% rate currently applied to public charging. The ruling is significant for drivers without off-street parking, though it also raises commercial complications, as many charge point operators have multi-year contracts priced on 20% VAT, and it opens the door to networks gaming the threshold by splitting sites or charger banks into separate "premises".ŠKODA OPENS €205M CTP BATTERY PLANT IN CZECHIAŠkoda has opened a €205 million (~$216M), 55,000 m² battery production facility at Mladá Boleslav, making it the Volkswagen Group's largest BEV battery system site and the first VW Group plant in Europe to manufacture cell-to-pack (CTP) systems at scale. The line produces over 1,100 battery systems per day — targeting up to 335,000 annually — and Škoda's switch to LFP cells has cut battery production costs by 30% compared to its previous MEB systems.MG CLOSES IN ON EUROPEAN FACTORY PLANMG has narrowed its European factory search to five countries, aiming to begin production by 2027 to circumvent the EU's 45% tariff on Chinese-built BEVs — a levy that caused MG's European BEV sales to fall 33% to 48,479 units last year, even as overall European sales rose 26% to 307,282 units in 2025. MG Europe head William Wang declared "it's time to build local," positioning the brand as a European marque rather than a Chinese import, as rivals BYD, Chery, and Leapmotor also race to establish European manufacturing footholds.CITROËN UPDATES C5 AIRCROSS PHEV FOR EURO 7Citroën has refreshed the C5 Aircross plug-in hybrid with a new 21.5 kWh battery (17.8 kWh usable), delivering up to 96 km (60 miles) of WLTP combined electric range — a 33% improvement over the outgoing model and ahead of rivals like the Peugeot 3008 Hybrid4 (69 km) and Ford Kuga PHEV (64 km). Priced in the €40–50k range, Citroën positions the updated C5 Aircross as one of the most tax-efficient family SUVs in the mainstream segment across EU markets while still targeting Euro 7 compliance.CANADIAN TRIAL PEGS ELECTRIC SEMI SAVINGS AT $157,126A real-world Canadian trial by FPInnovations' PIT Group and Transport Canada tracked two commercial fleets over 12 months and more than 200,000 km of Montreal-area operations, projecting savings of $157,126 per truck over six years — described as the most comprehensive dataset of its kind outside controlled demonstrations. The study compared the Freightliner eCascadia (BEV) directly against the diesel Cascadia and found that despite the electric truck's higher purchase price, higher-than-expected maintenance costs, and lower residual value, a six-year saving still emerged and may prove conservative.DENZA D9 ELECTRIC MPV ARRIVES IN AUSTRALIADenza has launched the D9 electric MPV in Australia from A$85,990, powered by a 103.3 kWh Blade Battery with 200 kW DC fast charging, 11 kW AC charging, and V2L capability across both variants, all built on BYD's e-Platform 3.0 with a cell-to-body battery structure. The seven-seat, three-row cabin targets the premium end of the people-mover segment with nappa leather, open-pore white ash wood trim, a 14-speaker Dynaudio sound system, adaptive suspension, and second-row captain's chairs offering over 900 mm of legroom, massage, and individual screens.CHINESE CAR BRANDS SPLIT US BUYERSA Cox Automotive survey of 802 prospective US car buyers found the country almost evenly divided — 38% would consider Chinese brands if available, 39% would not — with Gen Z showing notably higher openness at 69%. Chinese brands remain locked out of the US market by high tariffs and software regulations, but cost pressure is a key driver of interest, with 68% of open buyers expecting lower prices against an average new car price of $50,000, while BYD has already surpassed Tesla in European EV sales.

In this BMWBLOG Podcast episode, Horatiu and Nate recap recent BMW drives: the BMW M2 CS on track in heavy rain at Michelin's Laurens Proving Grounds, a first drive of the Neue Klasse iX3 in southern Spain with time at Ascari, and ownership-style impressions of the 2025 BMW M5 Touring. Topics include Cup 2 vs PS4S tire strategy, how the iX3's “Heart of Joy” impacts driving dynamics, smoother regen and EV usability, and where the new M5 fits in the modern BMW M lineup. Find out more at https://bmwblog-podcast.pinecast.co

De Nationale Autoshow en BNR Beurs slaan deze laatste dagen van het jaar de handen ineen! Met Noud Broekhof blikken we terug op een ‘beroerd’ jaar voor de autosector. Je hoort over de grote problemen voor Stellantis, waarom BYD een bedankje aan Tesla moet sturen en waarom 2026 misschien wel eens de comeback van Volkswagen gaat worden. Noud staat ook uitgebreid stil bij de beloftes die Elon Musk doet. Tesla gaat heel veel waarmaken, maar volgens Noud komt daar niet veel van terecht. Ook hoor je waarom BMW een ‘lelijke’ auto heeft gemaakt, maar het wél gaat maken in het komende jaar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sel korral on 100% autoteemaline saade, sest võtame koos Margus Pipraga ette mõned viimase aja proovisõidud: BMW iX3, Toyota Aygo X, Hyundai Ioniq 9, Renault Clio ja Volkswagen T-Roc.Lisaks vaatame ka meie selle aasta proovisõitude pettumusi, kus on autosid Mercedesest Alfa Romeoni.Saatejuht on Tarmo Tähepõld Geeniuse uudisteportaalist.

Sel korral on 100% autoteemaline saade, sest võtame koos Margus Pipraga ette mõned viimase aja proovisõidud: BMW iX3, Toyota Aygo X, Hyundai Ioniq 9, Renault Clio ja Volkswagen T-Roc.  Lisaks vaatame ka meie selle aasta proovisõitude pettumusi, kus on autosid Mercedesest Alfa Romeoni. Saatejuht on Tarmo Tähepõld Geeniuse uudisteportaalist.

Ep116 - Welcome back to The Inevitable by MotorTrend—where we dig into the future of the automobile. Fresh off IAA Munich 2025, we compare BMW's Neue Klasse / iX3 with Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric, talk mega watt charging, battery design, interiors, and who's really leading right now.   Guest Kyle Conner (Out of Spec) joins us first, then Frank Markus and Ed go deep on Qualcomm x BMW tech from the show floor: zonal compute, ADAS that's less annoying, AR HUDs, and on-device vs. cloud AI agents. We also hit VW Group's software reset (Cariad → Rivian/Xpeng), the Polestar 5 reveal (and its pricing problem), plus Kyle's Autobahn run in a Lucid Air Sapphire to an indicated 204 mph. ***MotorTrend Software-Defined Vehicle Innovator Awards — nominations for the 2026 SDV Innovator Awards are open now.*** SUBMIT NOMINATIONS HERE: https://www.motortrend.com/sdvsurvey   Topics covered IAA Munich highlights & how the show has “become CES for Europe”- BMW Neue Klasse platform: 4695 cylindrical cells, cell-to-pack, pack-to-body, zonal architecture (“Heart of Joy” ECU) Mercedes GLC Electric: big battery, 2-speed rear unit, 330 kW DC—how it stacks up AMG prototype mega-charging (~1 MW burst) VW Group software pivot: Cariad's struggles, Rivian partnership, ID.1 single-ECU concept Polestar 5: specs vs. price, missing performance basics Lucid Sapphire at 200+ mph: stability and thermal takeaways ADAS/UX done right: AR HUD, driver monitoring that understands intent, Level 2→4 reality Agentic AI in cars: what can run on-device vs. in the cloud

What does seamless really mean when it comes to the future of driving? In this fourth episode of Inside Neue Klasse, Nicki Shields meets BMW experts Marcel Ottmann, Head of User Interface Design Systems, and Daniel Fischer, Senior Creative Technologist, live at the 2025 IAA Mobility in Munich. Together, they explore how design and technology converge in the Neue Klasse to create an effortless, intelligent experience – first previewed in the all-new BMW iX3. From predictive climate control and Plug & Charge to personalised comfort features in the My BMW App and intuitive mood lighting – in the Neue Klasse, every element works in harmony, so the car adapts to you, not the other way around. Tune in to discover how BMW is shaping interaction, anticipation, and personalisation into a new era of mobility. (00:00) Introduction  (02:05) What makes design feel seamless?  (03:37) Anticipation: when the car knows before you do  (09:57) How to create a seamless user journey  (15:19) Personalisation: how the Neue Klasse adapts to you  (16:30) Connecting your digital life with your car  (21:24) Outro Find out more about our host Nicki Shields 

Coming up today, we're looking at the BMW iX3—a vehicle that represents more for BMW than just another electric SUV. The iX3 is the first of a new generation, built on a fresh platform and aiming to set new standards in range, charging, and design. We'll unpack what makes this model significant for BMW's future, take a detailed look at its new technology, and explore how it fits into an increasingly competitive electric SUV market. Stay tuned to find out: ·       Why the new “Neue Klasse” approach is a pivotal shift for BMW's strategy. ·       How the iX3 achieves its leading claimed range of 500 miles ·       The details of the charging tech and battery architecture BMW has developed. This vehicle marks the start of BMW's most significant transformation since the original Neue Klasse cars of the 1960s helped stabilize the company and established its long-standing reputation as the "Ultimate Driving Machine." With the iX3, BMW isn't simply adapting an existing model. Instead, it is re-examining what a BMW can be in the electric era. Welcome to The Spec Sheet, our series where we go deep into a different electric vehicle—exclusively for our Patreon supporters. For the first 7 days, only Patreon insiders get early access, their name on the list of legends for Executive Producers and above, and the power to shape future shows. If being in the know and recognised as a legend sounds like you, join us now at patreon.com/evnewsdaily and become part of something special.

Join the BMWBLOG team for a deep dive into the latest from Munich and beyond. In this episode, we break down the rumors of a potential BMW off-road project, share raw impressions from behind the wheel of a BMW M3 with a six-speed manual and discuss the industry-shaking possibility of BMW supplying engines to Mercedes-Benz. To top it off, we take you inside the future of the brand with first-hand impressions of the BMW iX3 prototype, BMW's upcoming Neue Klasse electric SUV. Whether you're here for rumors, driving experiences, or insider analysis, this podcast brings you closer to the world of BMW. Find out more at https://bmwblog-podcast.pinecast.co

What does the future of electric mobility sound like? In this episode of Inside Neue Klasse, Nicki Shields is joined by Renzo Vitale, Creative Director Sound BMW Group, to explore BMW HypersonX – the innovative sound concept designed for the Neue Klasse. Powered by BMW Operating System X, HypersonX responds to your driving style, shifting from calm and refined in Personal Mode to energetic and expressive in Sport Mode. More than just acoustic design, it creates an emotional link between driver and vehicle – shaping how mobility feels through sound. The episode wraps with a playful sound recognition challenge. Can you guess the tones along with Nicki and Renzo? Tune in to hear how sound becomes a core part of the BMW driving experience.(00:00) Introduction(01:51) Renzo's favourite road trip song(03:10) Emotion and resonance in electric driving(08:13) The element of silence(10:30) Designing BMW HypersonX(14:15) Sound recognition challenge(17:57) Outro Find outmore about our host Nicki Shields

Múnich se convierte una vez al año en el epicentro de la automoción europea. Cierto que los salones ya no son lo que eran, pero este se ha convertido en un verdadero termómetro de la situación actual de la industria, especialmente de la europea. ¿Está Europa preparada para la avalancha eléctrica? ¿Puede hacer frente a la ofensiva que llega desde China? ¿Hay vida más allá del formato SUV? Os voy a contar lo que para mí ha sido lo peor, y también lo mejor, de Múnich 2025. La que de verdad ha marcado el pulso del salón, ha sido la masiva y poderosísima presencia de las marcas chinas. Ya no vienen a ver qué pasa: Vienen a conquistar a conquistar este mercado. Y llegan con productos de una calidad percibida altísima… luego veremos si real, con tecnología puntera y, sobre todo, con una agresividad comercial que asusta. Antes de entrar al detalle, hay que destacar algunas claves de Múnich 2025: Una: Que Europa acelera su paso hacia lo eléctrico. Dos: La realidad de una nueva competencia global que amenaza con cambiar las reglas del juego. Tres: Se ha recuperado en cierta manera la brillantez de antaño, pero… Cuatro: Se nota una sensación de ansiedad latente en los pasillos... la sensación no de que las cosas van a cambiar, sino de que ya están cambiando… y mucho no van a poder seguir el paso a ese cambio. LO PEOR DE MÚNICH 2025. En este apartado más que en coches, me voy a centra en tendencias. Porque en Múnich también hemos visto tendencias preocupantes, ausencias sonadas y algunas propuestas que nos han dejado, como mínimo, fríos. 1. La falta de noticias sobre combustión avanzada. El abandono casi total en la comunicación y en la innovación visible de estas tecnologías en el salón me parece preocupante. 2. La tiranía del SUV eléctrico. ¿Es lo que demanda el mercado? ¿O es lo que quieren vender las marcas? Sea cual sea la respuesta, lo cierto es que la falta de variedad empieza a ser alarmante. 3. La creciente brecha de precios. El salón ha confirmado que la tecnología eléctrica avanza a pasos agigantados, pero también que los precios no bajan al ritmo necesario. 4. La ausencia del Grupo Stellantis. Ausencia de un despliegue contundente por parte de Stellantis ha sido muy notoria. 5. Concept Cars poco arriesgados. Muchos de ellos eran simples modelos de pre-producción con llantas grandes, espejos pequeños, sin tiradores en las puertas y poco más. LO MEJOR DE MÚNICH 2025. He seleccionado propuestas que me han hecho creer que, a pesar de la incertidumbre, a pesar de los cambios, a pesar de los eléctricos y a pesar de la moda SUV, el futuro del automóvil puede ser emocionante. 1. Audi Concept C. Audi ha traído un concept que prefigura un futuro deportivo biplaza descapotable, un sucesor espiritual y de momento, solo eléctrico para los TT y R8. 2. Avatr VISION XPECTRA Concept. Seguimos soñado y este concept car que nos hace soñar. 3. BMW iX3 "Neue Klasse". BMW, en su casa, ha querido dar un puñetazo sobre la mesa con el iX3, el primer vehículo de su nueva arquitectura "Neue Klasse". 4. BYD Seal 6 DM-i Una de las grandes sorpresas del salón y un movimiento inteligentísimo de BYD. Mientras los europeos lo apuestan todo al eléctrico puro, presentan una berlina media con tecnología híbrida enchufable DM-i. 5. Cupra Raval. Aunque se ha mostrado camuflado, su silueta y los detalles que se aprecian confirman que será la versión más agresiva y enfocada al disfrute de la conducción. 6. Mercedes-Benz GLC Eléctrico. Si BMW ha querido mostrar su futuro, Mercedes ha enseñado un presente espectacular. 7. Polestar 5. Una marca de éxito del grupo Geely, propietario también de Volvo. Hemos podido ver su versión casi definitiva y es, simplemente, espectacular. 8. Renault Scenic E-Tech Electric. Tras el éxito de su R5 E-Tech, Renault quiere seguir demostrando que sabe hacer coches eléctricos para el gran público. 9. Skoda Epiq. Siguiendo la estela de sus primos del Grupo Volkswagen, el Skoda Epiq es la demostración del "Simply Clever" llevado a la era eléctrica. 10. Volkswagen ID. Polo. Volkswagen ha dado en el clavo mostrando las versiones de pre-producción de su futuro utilitario eléctrico y, sobre todo, recuperando denominaciones clásicas… Conclusión. En realidad, conclusiones. Una, todas las marcas parecen por fin esforzarse en hacer coches eléctricos con más personalidad y capacidad de seducción. Dos, las marcas chinas vienen para quedarse. Tres, casi todas arrinconan a los motores térmicos. Cuatro, sigue sin haber una categoría de coches eléctricos verdaderamente asequibles.

How does the digital future feel inside a BMW?In this second episode of Inside Neue Klasse, Nicki Shields sits down with David Leister, BMW User Interface Design Lead, to uncover the story behind the BMW Panoramic iDrive — a new interaction experience designed to bring clarity, personalisation, and seamless integration into every drive.From early sketches to human-centric digital systems, this conversation explores how the Neue Klasse interior is built entirely around the driver and their digital lifestyle.The episode ends with a challenge that puts intuitive thinking to the test.Tune in to see how interaction in the Neue Klasse becomes second nature. (00:00) Introduction(03:11) What superpower would David's dream car have?(03:46) What makes the BMW Panoramic iDrive seamless?(12:07) Challenge: Nicki vs. David(14:00) OutroFind out more about our host Nicki Shields

- Tesla Tantalizes Elon with $1 Trillion Salary - Gen 2 Lucid Equals ½ Parts Count of Tesla Model Y - Rivian Laying Off Workers to Cut Cost - EU Truck Makers Want Help Meeting ZEV Mandates - BMW CEO Calls EU 2035 ICE Ban “Big Mistake” - BMW iX3 Bristles with Innovation   - Ford EV Charging Pilot Reduces Energy Consumption - Mercedes GLC Gets Huge Display Screen - China Eyes Ban on Retractable Door Handles - Hyundai Palisade Bigger, Overlanding Capable

- Tesla Tantalizes Elon with $1 Trillion Salary - Gen 2 Lucid Equals ½ Parts Count of Tesla Model Y - Rivian Laying Off Workers to Cut Cost - EU Truck Makers Want Help Meeting ZEV Mandates - BMW CEO Calls EU 2035 ICE Ban “Big Mistake” - BMW iX3 Bristles with Innovation   - Ford EV Charging Pilot Reduces Energy Consumption - Mercedes GLC Gets Huge Display Screen - China Eyes Ban on Retractable Door Handles - Hyundai Palisade Bigger, Overlanding Capable

Alex sits down with Randy and friend of BaT Jim Huff, furniture merchant and connoisseur of the Neue Klasse, to talk about racing at the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion during this year's recent edition of Monterey Car Week. Both Randy and Huff drove in the Pre-Reunion and the main event later in the week; Huff describes mixing it up with Giulias and GTAs in the saloon class in his BMW 1800 Ti, while Randy and his Mustang held their own with more experienced racers amongst a crop of other animals: Cobras, Jags, and Tigers. Heartfelt recommendations come from all to spend time at the track if you ever find yourself on the Peninsula for Car Week (it's where it's at!). The duo "lightly threaten" to expand their efforts to the Pacific Northwest and (well) beyond, talk about developing camaraderie from on-track observations and paddock interactions, describe "helmet-yelling out of stoke," theorize about the ultimate old-school tow rig, take a brief aside to mention the the wooden boat of our dreams, and wrap up by recounting the recent 50th annual SAAC meeting at Sonoma.Links for things mentioned in this episode:07:18  7 generations of IROC race cars you'll see at Monterey this year Classic Motorsports08:17  Exclusive Tour: F1's 75-Year Display at Rolex Monterey with Zak Brown YouTube09:15  IROC Race Cars BaT09:24 Pontiac Firebird IROC Race Car BaT14:39  Presenting the 2025 Mohr Imports Car Week Collection: Postcards from Monterey BaT29:02  User cfujgo BaT32:05 1968 BMW 1600-2 Race Car BaT34:12  Lake Tahoe Concours d'Elegance Best-In-Class-Winning 1955 Chris-Craft 21' Cobra BaT36:40  SVO Mustangs BaTGot suggestions for our next guest from the BaT community or One Year Garage episode? Let us know at podcast@bringatrailer.com!

What defines the unmistakable driving feel of a BMW? In this first episode of Inside Neue Klasse, Nicki Shields speaks with Torsten Müller, Chief Engineer of BMW Dynamic Performance Control, to explore the Heart of Joy — the central computing unit that powers the driving experience in the Neue Klasse. From early development ideas to dynamic test drives, this conversation uncovers how technology turns emotion into experience. The episode wraps up with a light-hearted coordination challenge that puts driving intuition to the test. Tune in to discover how a new era of mobility is still driven by joy. (00:00) Introduction(03:02) What the Heart of Joy feels like(11:48) What superpower would Torsten's dream car have?(12:42) Challenge: Nicki vs. Torsten(15:46) OutroFind out more about our host Nicki Shields⁠

En este episodio, desglosamos los temas más importantes que están marcando el pulso de los mercados: Mercados abren con cautela: Wall Street retrocede levemente mientras los traders esperan claridad sobre las tarifas recíprocas que Trump anunciará el 2 de abril. En foco: posibles medidas sobre las importaciones de cobre y los datos de bienes duraderos. Cobre alcanza récord histórico: El metal sube más de 28% en 2025 y supera los $10,000/t en Londres, impulsado por temores arancelarios y problemas técnicos en la fundición Altonorte de Glencore en Chile. Analizamos el impacto en la industria y los precios globales. Tensión sindical en US Steel: El sindicato USW denuncia que Ancora Holdings planea vender la planta de Big River para financiar mejoras en instalaciones sindicalizadas. La disputa se intensifica con la fusión propuesta entre US Steel $X y Nippon Steel, que sigue bajo presión política y sindical. BMW y Alibaba profundizan su alianza en China: $BMWKY integrará el modelo de IA Qwen de $BABA en sus vehículos Neue Klasse a partir de 2026. Con Banma en el corazón del cockpit inteligente, discutimos cómo esta colaboración refuerza la posición de BMW frente a la competencia local en vehículos eléctricos. Acompáñanos para entender cómo estos eventos están afectando la cadena de suministro global, la tecnología automotriz, la industria del acero y los mercados de metales. ¡Un episodio lleno de análisis estratégico y visión global!

BMW's Neue Klasse platform represents a significant shift in the company's approach to how they build electric vehicles. It promises substantial improvements but also faces notable challenges. Will it create the next generation of EV technology that others have to catch up to? Let's find out. Welcome back to EV News Daily. And welcome to a special bonus podcast looking at the long-awaited reinvention of BMW electric vehicles.

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