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A new Mercedes recall is making the rounds and concerns some popular models from the Stuttgart-based manufacturer. Specifically, this time it affects compact vans. But don’t panic, because Mercedes-Benz already has a simple solution on hand: a free software update should help to eliminate the newly discovered faults.
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It’s a small detail in the VW ID.4 that is currently causing trouble. Normally, we talk about things like range, charging times, or software bugs when it comes to electric cars. But this time it’s about something that could easily be overlooked: the touch fields on the steering wheel. These are currently at the center of a rather controversial discussion – and even in court.
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While Range Rover models are some of the top choices for tough driving in different terrains, they’re not always immune to failure. Jaguar Land Rover has sent out an urgent warning to drivers of over 121,000 vehicles affected by a potential suspension defect that increases the risk of a fatal crash.
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You’re probably familiar with the situation: you plug your electric car into a fast-charging station, look forward to fast-charging times – and then? Instead of the advertised 150 kW, the charging display jerks along at a leisurely 60 or 70 kW. Annoying, isn’t it? But don’t worry: we’ll tell you why and what you can do to ensure that your electric car really accelerates when fast charging. The charging performance depends on several factors – battery temperature, charging station technology, charging curve, etc. If you keep these points in mind, you can save valuable time when using DC or HPC fast charging.
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Ford wants a slice of the EV pie! The US car giant is investing a whopping two billion dollars in its plant in Louisville, Kentucky, to place more affordable electric cars on the road from 2027. The aim? To stop the growing tide of competition from China, especially brands such as BYD, which offer their electric cars at competitive prices.
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Your cars are integrating more digital technologies faster than ever, but this also increases the risk of security threats, ranging from infotainment exploits to keyless attacks. There are rare instances where the carmaker itself puts its customers and drivers at risk through security lapses. A similar case has now occurred with one carmaker, potentially exposing millions to the risk of hijacking.
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The past months have seen some of the biggest vehicle recalls in history, with numerous brands and millions of drivers affected. Kia is joining the list, with over 300,000 cars in total affected by two separate recalls over potential hazards that could put other drivers in danger.
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The past few weeks have been quite a rough time for motorists, particularly with numerous recalls issued that affect millions of units. Among the unfortunate ones are owners and drivers of Jeep vehicles. Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler, has recalled over 120,000 units of Jeep Grand Cherokees due to a faulty second-row headrest that could increase the risk of injuries in the event of a crash.
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While electric vehicles and hybrids are packed with fewer mechanical components than combustion-powered engines, it doesn’t mean that they are immune to breakdowns and failures. This is true for select EV and hybrid models of Volvo, which have been recently recalled due to an issue of total brake loss when using regenerative braking. Following the recall, a new stark warning has been issued by the feds.
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Things are getting exciting: BMW boss Oliver Zipse is also getting involved in the heated debate surrounding the planned ban on internal combustion engines (ICE) in the EU starting in 2035, and did not mince his words. During a presentation, he made it clear that he does not believe the proposed ban will last in its current form. Zipse expects fundamental changes by 2028 at the latest – and he did not shy away from criticizing, saying, “The current system is a disaster.”