Tag: VW
VW and Rivian launch joint venture, Elon Musk to lead ‘DOGE’
Volkswagen Group (VW) and Tesla rival Rivian have launched a joint venture, with the German car giant increasing its investment in the partnership. The two companies say the deal is […]
Problem phone use leads to teen depression, Uber announces EV deal with Tesla rival BYD
Teenagers who have a problematic relationship with their smartphones are more likely to suffer from anxiety, depression and insomnia than those who do not, new research has found. Young people […]
VW ID.4 and ID.5 electric vehicles – now with range up to 339 miles
Upgraded ID.4 and ID.5 now offer ranges of up to 339 miles New drive unit can deliver 75-per-cent more torque and 0 to 62 mph in just 5.4 seconds Faster […]
New Electric Mini to be made in Britain, Roblox comes to PlayStation
BMW has announced plans to build its next-generation electric Mini in Oxford after securing a Government funding package. The German-based manufacturer’s multimillion-pound investment to transform its existing plant will secure 4,000 high-quality jobs, according […]
Data concern over period trackers, scanning WhatsApp messages not practical
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is reviewing period and fertility trackers over data security concerns. The apps work by plotting menstrual cycles, based on user information. They purport to help […]
Honor unveils phone that doubles as purse, VW to launch electric GTI
Never have enough space to fit a phone in your handbag? Your troubles may be soon over thanks to a new invention by Chinese tech firm Honor. It has unveiled […]
Tesco reaches half a million EV charges at supermarkets
Tesco’s electric car charging network has hit 500,000 charges – providing more than 10 million miles of complimentary carbon neutral motoring, the supermarket claims. In partnership with Volkswagen and Pod […]
Shiny Shiny daily round up: Is VW planning to launch convertible ID3?
VW is using social media to gauge interest in its electric ID 3 range, particularly the possible launch of a convertible ID.3 electric vehicle (like the one pictured above). Posting […]