Porsche sets a bold exclamation point with the Taycan and opposes the sporty sedans of Tesla a technically superior four-door. The model designation, however, makes mockery among car fans. An electrical system with 800 volts, up to 560 kW / 761 hp, 1050 Nm torque – that’s a decent pound, […]
New Nissan Juke: It must be a bit brave
Nissan has completely renewed its compact lifestyle SUV Juke. On a ten-centimetre longer substructure, the typical shape was retained, but some previously quite controversial features defused. So the Japanese want to address a wider clientele now. Anyone looking for the translation of the word “Juke” in the English dictionary will […]
Porsche’s problems with the (upcoming) hybrid 911er
At least since its presentation at the end of 2018, it is clear: The current Porsche 911 Carrera (992 series) should get a hybrid drive. Space for an electric motor was left in its eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. But the engineers are still struggling with the implementation – and Porsche does not rule […]
Alpina does not want to touch any BMWs with front-wheel drive
BMW’s Haus- und Hof-Tuner Alpina is well-known for particularly successful arrangements of the topic sport sedan. Fans are anxiously waiting for the version from Buchloe when a new Munich model is released – so far in vain for the models with front-wheel drive architecture. And that will remain so. This […]
New Mobility: The Electric Car Crowdfunding Scene
Time and again in car media about new brands and new e-car projects are reported, which compete with much fanfare for investor funds. After that, however, it often gets quiet around the ambitious start-ups. For about ten years, it has been fashionable to promote new product ideas on online platforms […]