BYD’s newly unveiled Denza Z shatters conventional supercar expectations, delivering more than 1,500 horsepower from its tri‑motor layout and sprinting from 0 to 62 mph in under two seconds, all while undercutting the price of a Porsche 911 Turbo S.
Denza Z Supercar Beats Lambo, Beats Price Expectations
The Denza Z combines three independent electric motors—one on each axle and a third on the rear—to produce a combined output of 1,520 hp and 1,800 Nm of torque. Its 100 kWh battery, cooled by a liquid‑to‑liquid system, enables a 400 km (WLTP) range despite the extreme power delivery. The vehicle’s carbon‑fiber monocoque and active aerodynamics keep the curb weight near 1,950 kg, allowing the sub‑2‑second launch that eclipses the Lamborghini Huracán Performante on the test track. Pricing starts at $185,000, positioning the Z well below comparable combustion‑engine hypercars.
Source: Electrek
Toyota Chooses China First for New Lexus EV SUV
In a strategic pivot, Toyota announced that its upcoming Lexus‑branded electric SUV will be manufactured in China before any other market, leveraging the country’s advanced battery‑cell supply chain and localized component ecosystem. The model, built on the e-TNGA platform, will feature a dual‑motor AWD system delivering 300 kW (402 hp) and an estimated 600 km (WLTP) range, with a fast‑charging capability of 350 kW that adds 80 % charge in roughly 20 minutes. Production is slated to begin at the Tianjin plant in early 2027.
Source: Electrek
Volkswagen Previews the ID Tiguan – Next‑Gen Electric SUV
Volkswagen’s upcoming ID Tiguan will replace the aging ID.4 and ID.5 line‑up, adopting a modular skateboard architecture that houses a 77 kWh lithium‑ion pack with a 520 km (WLTP) range. Two powertrain options are offered: a rear‑wheel‑drive unit producing 150 kW (201 hp) and an all‑wheel‑drive twin‑motor setup delivering 210 kW (282 hp). The vehicle integrates the latest MEB+ platform enhancements, including a 15 kW onboard charger and an over‑the‑air (OTA) software suite that supports predictive energy management.
Source: Electrek
Jeep Recon Gains 20 hp, Launches with Dealer Incentives
The all‑electric Jeep Recon finally reaches showrooms after a four‑year development cycle, now sporting a 320 hp (240 kW) drivetrain—20 horsepower more than the concept version—and a 350 km (WLTP) range from its 75 kWh battery. Its removable doors and roof retain the rugged, modular ethos of the original concept, while the new “Terrain IQ” software suite offers real‑time torque vectoring and off‑road mode selection. Early‑buyer incentives include up to $5,000 in dealer discounts and complimentary home charger installation.
Source: Jalopnik
