Volkswagen is preparing to bring some of its Chinese-engineered and built models to Europe, plugging gaps in its future product range as the German giant goes through a vast restructuring process to reduce complexity and costs. Speaking on a half-yearly results call, Volkswagen Group CEO Oliver Blume said: “Volkswagen Group in China, we’re a China player, and with the market [as it is], it opens the same opportunities as Chinese brands when it comes to export.” No specific timeline has been laid out yet, but this move will build on a larger plan to turn VW’s ‘In China For China’ program into a hub for markets in the eastern and southern hemispheres.
BYD Unveils New Flagship EV with 1,008 km Range
BYD has confirmed its new flagship electric sedan will offer a range of 1,008 km on a single charge. Ahead of its official debut next month, the new EV was spotted in public for the first time. The Great Han, or DaHan as it’s called in China, is the first D-segment flagship sedan under BYD’s Dynasty family.
Lu Tian, the general manager of BYD’s Dynasty series, said the Great Han will be revealed at the Chengdu Motor Show next month, teasing that “more surprises await.” The new EV is expected to be a significant player in the market, with its impressive range and advanced features.
Source: Electrek
BMW Thinks Electric M3 Will Surpass Gas-Powered Model
BMW seems to want a smooth transition from the traditional gas-powered M3 to the new electric one. So rather than make a sudden change from one generation to the next, it’s simply making both. For the next-gen M3, you’ll have the choice of either a turbocharged straight-six or a fully electric quad-motor powertrain.
BMW thinks the electric M3 will be so good, you’ll forget all about the gas one. “Now we are fighting against [ourselves], because we have to make sure that the car is better than the previous one,” said a BMW spokesperson. The electric M3 is expected to be a significant improvement over its gas-powered counterpart, with its advanced technology and impressive performance.
Source: Jalopnik
Kia Sells 110,000 EVs in Q2, Led by PV5 and New Low-Cost Models
Kia has reported a significant increase in electric vehicle sales, with 110,000 EVs sold in the second quarter. The company’s electric and hybrid vehicles are driving growth, with the PV5 and new low-cost models leading the way.
Kia’s bet on electrified vehicles is paying off, with sales up 88% from the same period last year. The company is introducing new electric and hybrid vehicles in various regions, including Europe and South Korea. The PV5, Kia’s first electric van, and new mass-market EVs, including the EV2, EV4, and EV5, are helping to drive growth.
Source: Electrek