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BMW Recalls Over 12,000 Mini Cooper SE EVs Due to Battery Fire Risk BMW is recalling more than 12,000 Mini Cooper SE electric vehicles due to potential battery issues that could lead to overheating and fire risks. This information comes from a report by NewsNation. Affected Models and Issue The recall affects Mini Cooper SE models manufactured between 2020 and 2024. According to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), these vehicles were produced with battery components that may not meet production specifications. “Faults in the battery system could lead to overheating, which could result in a fire,” the NHTSA documents state. Notably, these thermal issues can occur even when […] by Haye Kesteloo #ev #BatteryTechnology #BMW #Make #NHTSA #Nio #SEC #Softwareupdate #Tesla

Volkswagen recalls over 88,000 ID.4 electric SUVs in the US and Canada due to a software glitch affecting the speedometer and rearview camera. This recall includes 2021-2023 models, addressing safety concerns and compliance with federal standards. The issue increases crash risks, prompting VW to halt sales until a fix is available. The company plans a software update to resolve the glitch, ensuring customer safety and vehicle reliability. https://lnkd.in/gWCXxavX #EVNews #EV #Volkswagen #ID4 #EVRecall #SoftwareGlitch #ElectricVehicles #Speedometer #RearviewCamera #VehicleSafety #NHTSA #AutoIndustry #TechUpdate #SafetyRecall #EVNews #Canada #USA #VolkswagenID4 #Automotive #GreenTech #SustainableMobility #VolkswagenGroup

New Vehicle Excitement Is on the Rise, According to J.D. Power  J.D. Power recently unveiled the findings of its 2024 US Automotive Performance Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study, which found that new vehicles are becoming more appealing to consumers. This is good news for the auto industry because APEAL scores have been declining for the previous two years.  

🚗🔄 Shifting Gears in the Used Car Market: A Buyer's Paradise? 🔄🚗 🔗https://lnkd.in/gz9_ysGy 🔍 Dive into our latest article: "Shifting Gears: Navigating the Turbulent Waters of the Used Car Market". Discover how the once-booming market is undergoing its most significant transformation in decades. 📉 From a Golden Era to a Market Crash: * Once thriving with luxury brands like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi, the market is now facing a dramatic downturn. * SUVs like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4, once market stars, are now part of this shift. 🌐 Factors Influencing the Change: *The semiconductor chip shortage and COVID-19 pandemic have disrupted production, spiking prices. *Shifts in consumer behavior, with a growing preference for EVs and hybrids, are reshaping demand. 💡 The Silver Lining for Buyers: *Amidst the flux, buyers now have the upper hand with a wide selection and softer pricing. *Electric vehicles like the Tesla Model 3 are emerging as resilient choices in the used car market. 🔮 Looking Ahead: The future is uncertain, influenced by economic conditions, technological advancements, and consumer trends. 🌟 Join us in exploring the dynamic shifts in the automotive world and what it means for buyers and sellers alike. 🔗https://lnkd.in/gz9_ysGy #UsedCars #MarketTrends #AutomotiveInsights

⚡️ Here's a peek into the exciting future of electric vehicles for 2024-2028! ⚡️🚗 Setting the stage in 2024 are the Hughes from Acura - an SUV with General Motors tech—and the AUDI AG A6 e-tron with an 800-volt architecture expected to deliver over 400 miles per charge. Chevrolet will be rolling out the Blazer EV with a tempting SS trim boasting 557 horsepower. But it's not only about SUVs and sedans. Brace yourselves for the sheer power of the Chevrolet Silverado EV, ready to compete with the mighty Ford F-150 Lightning and the Ram 1500 REV. 🍎 In an unexpected twist, Apple is rumored to debut the Apple Car, codenamed Titan, in 2026. However, what's possibly more electrifying is that the beloved Chevrolet Corvette is going electric too! Fast forward to 2025: Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram returns to the stage with its first electric car, Airflow, and Dodge introduces the Charger Daytona SRT, marking the development of a new kind of muscle in the electric revolution. The road to the future looks bright and electric. 📗READ MORE: https://loom.ly/EDsUZYU #electricvehicles #futurecars #EV #innovation #sustainability #greentech

As to whether or not there is really a place for this car on US roads is another matter, it is one way to increase the appeal of #evs to a certain segment of the automotive market https://lnkd.in/g3z5TgKA

Is anyone really surprised that Mercedes-Benz AG has axed the EQS (pictured below) and will instead provide electric drivetrains to its next generation of S-Class?   S-Class is almost a brand within itself. It’s a statement and a default purchase for many of the more well-heeled members of the community.   It’s also long been a technology bellwether for the Three-pointed Star. That it didn’t deliver a battery-electric opportunity for its customer set, nor top Mercedes-Benz’s technology offer, flew in the face of what S stands for.   Parlous sales and even worse retained values of the EQS globally made it clear – this was not the electric limo they were looking for…   The collateral damage did overall brand few favours…   Mercedes-Benz’s experiment with standalone #EQ models will remain but I’m certain (like the company and industry overall’s ‘EV or bust ‘adventure) this will continue to be elegantly wound back.   Don’t get me wrong, battery electric cars have an important role to play and do, can or will suit a significant number of consumers.   But the S-Class decision reinforces that for many car buyers the future will be about the ability to choose your powertrain -- without the need to throw away iconic qualities, performance, style, feel, fit and finish… #electricvehicles #automotive #luxury

Here is your top retail auto industry stories for Friday, May 31st Ford, GM outline difference in hybrid future, UAW president oversees Stellantis department, Tesla recalls 125,000 vehicles Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/erbYbCf4

Launched ‘for the millions not the millionaires’, the ID.3 and ID.4 are Volkswagen’s first rollout of all-electric cars, and as expected with Volkswagen, their growing EV range offers cost-effective and well-designed cars. If you're on the hunt for a used electric Volkswagen, both the ID.3 and ID.4 share a combination of uniquely shaped and practical designs that offer reliability and low running costs. But how do they differ? We've explained all in our latest car comparison: https://bit.ly/3Tek02C #Tangelo #TangeloUK #Volkswagen #ID3 #ID4 #VolkswagenElectric #CarComparison #CarReview

A decidedly complicated tale of Volkswagen Group vehicles being held up at United States ports of entry... "A certain electronic component onboard a number of Volkswagen, Porsche, Audi, and Bentley vehicles is alleged to have been sourced from western China." As you may recall, the United States has taken a hardline stance on labor from that part of the world, citing the ongoing oppression of the Uyghur community in that part of China. A small electronic component - perhaps even a trivial part of the larger vehicle overall. I'll link the story in the Comments along with a link to a piece I wrote regarding some of the supply chain #risk that continue to plague the #automotivemanufacturing world. 🚗 🚙 🚕 As a Car Nut, I try to keep my eye out on trends related to the #automotive and #automotivetech space. From the electric vehicle revolution (or for some, never-lution) to what's going on with the latest performance cars coming to the market, I'll share my #hottake and welcome you to weigh in as well.