The automotive industry regularly brings various novelties. To start the conversation about exciting news, we usually say: “Did you know that…?”
Therefore, we have selected some facts which may be linked to the question. There are many areas, so we will list at least a few.
Brake Lights
The color of the brake lights is based on the fact that red light has the largest wavelength (the lowest frequency) from the visible spectrum and is visible at the longest distance. In bad weather, rain and fog do not significantly break it; red is also considered a symbol of warning or danger. The first attempt to use brake lights was in 1905. And did you know that the perception of a third brake light can reduce the likelihood of a rear-end collision? They say up to 60%.
The End of the V12 Engine
Lamborghini said goodbye to the popular twelve-cylinder but developed a new 6.5 V12 unit installed in the new Revuelto (the successor to the Aventador). Three electric motors support the innovation: a plug-in hybrid drive (746 kW/1015 hp; 0-100 km/h in 2.5 seconds; 350 km/h; four-wheel drive; 8-speed dual-clutch transmission for the first time).
The Most Powerful in the BMW Range
The BMW i7 M70 xDrive is the most powerful all-electric model in the entire BMW Group portfolio. The maximum system power is 485 kW (660 hp), the vehicle accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds, and the top speed is limited to 250 km/h. Sales will start in the second half of 2023.
Electrification Plans
Škoda Auto plans to launch six new electric vehicles by 2026. Chief designer of the Mladá Boleslav automaker Oliver Stefani said they would feature the new design language Modern Solid. Future models are now presented through unique car sculptures in different segments. The electrification will be provided by a small urban SUV with a length of about 4.2 meters and a generous interior space (coming in 2025).
Easier to Operate
We have known for some time about the existence of Hyundai Mobis e-Corner technology, and now the news is that the road operation phase is coming. This technique is installed in the electric car Hyundai Ioniq 5; in each undercarriage, there is a module with a shock absorber, steer-by-wire control, brake-by-wire braking, and an electric motor located in the wheel. Each wheel can be controlled independently. It facilitates the vehicle’s movement when parking, turning, or bypassing obstacles at its corresponding turns.
The New Limited Edition
Less than two years ago, we wrote about the reincarnation of the famous Lancia 037 Rally by Kimera Automobili. Kimera Evo37 Martini 7 is currently arriving in the Martini team of the same name. A symbolic 37 pieces will be part of the improved limited edition.
New Electric Baby
The Cupra brand has introduced an electric SUV coupé called the Tavascan. It comes in an Endurance version with a rear-mounted electric motor (219 kW/286 hp; 545 Nm) and an all-wheel drive VZ alternative with two electric motors (250 kW/340 hp; 679 Nm). Tavascan is coming to the European markets next year.
Text: Peter Stano, photo: Audi, BMW, Hyundai, Lamborghini, newspress.co.uk, Škoda Auto, Kimera Automobili, Cupra
