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The all-new Dodge Charger Daytona is finally here, yet despite our comprehensive coverage of the vehicle’s details, some aspects remain shrouded in mystery. Today, the design boss at Stellantis confirmed that both versions of the new vehicle are even more closely related than you’d think. They share the same roof and floor, despite the sedan having two more doors.We already knew that the new Charger was a big vehicle.
The Italian government has hit out at Alfa Romeo’s decision to build its new Milano crossover in Poland, saying that building it outside of the brand’s home nation is illegal.Shortly after Alfa Romeo unveiled the new model at a glitzy event, Italy’s industry minister Adolofo Urso asserted that building a vehicle dubbed Milano outside of Italy violates the country’s laws targeting products with “Italian sounding” names that are not actually Italian.Read: New Milano SUV Is Alfa Romeo’s First Ever EV“A car called Milano cannot be produced in Poland,” Urso said. “This law stipulates that you cannot give indications that mislead consumers. So a car called Milano must be produced in Italy.
It has been just 56 days since electric vehicle startup Zeekr started building the 007 sedan and already, it has built its 10,000th unit, an impressive feat.While the 007 is a radical new model from a brand that has only existed for a few years, it has been very well received in China. In fact, more than 51,000 orders were placed in the 40 days before its global unveiling in December and Zeekr believes the 007 can outsell the Tesla Model 3 in China this year.The 10,000th example to leave the factory was painted in a simple shade of white and commemorated the occasion by displaying a special message reading ‘The 10,000th Zeekr 007’ across the front LED light bar.Read: Zeekr 007 EV Flexes With 311-Mile Charge In 15 Minutes And 415-637 HP From $32,000 In ChinaA key part of the 007’s appeal is its affordability.
While Audi had previously confirmed 2023 as the last year of the R8, production of the model has continued into 2024. The automaker will reportedly be keeping the mid-engine coupe around through March to satisfy demand.
Maserati has delayed the launch of the seventh-generation Quattroporte, citing concerns that the model needs to adhere to a certain level of performance outlined by the manufacturer. However, the benchmarks the brand intends on reaching are largely a mystery and the company has already expressed some troubles related to transitioning its lineup toward all-electric vehicles.
After multiple delays, the Tesla Cybertruck finally hit production last year. Initially, it seemed like only Tesla employees and a chosen few privileged buyers had a golden ticket to the delivery list. But now, a non-employee has a Cybertruck and is sharing his firsthand experience.
It’s the end of the line (again) for the Chevy Camaro. According to reports, the brand has wrapped up production of the model entirely, a few weeks past its best-before date thanks to delays partially brought on by UAW strike action earlier this year.
China has reportedly decided to place restrictions on exports of graphite, which could spell trouble for American EV manufacturers. Starting this month, the Chinese government requires permits for certain graphite products being exported. This includes synthetic and natural graphite meeting the necessary thresholds to be used on electric vehicle batteries.