02/27/24 - Pininfarina Enigma GT Revealed Hydrogen Turbo V6 🚗, How Mexico Could Help China Demolish The U.S. Car Industry 🏭, How To Fix A Car That Sat Underwater For 13 Years 😄

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• 🚗 Car reveal/review: 

  • Pininfarina Enigma GT 2+2 Revealed With Hydrogen-Powered Turbo V6

  • 'Fun, iconic' new Renault 5 E-Tech unveiled

  • A Chinese EV maker just revealed a 1,300 HP supercar

  • BYD Introduces Denza Brand To Europe With A Striking Minivan

• 🏭 Industry trend: How Mexico Could Help China ‘Demolish’ The U.S. Car Industry, It’s no accident: These automotive safety features flopped

• 😄 Fun read: How To Fix Toyota That Sat Underwater For 13 Years

Pininfarina Enigma GT 2+2 Revealed With Hydrogen-Powered Turbo V6 (4 mins read)

Pininfarina debuts the Enigma GT at the Geneva International Motor Show. The concept features a hydrogen-powered turbocharged 2.5-liter V6 with a 268-hp electric motor, offering a combined 436 horsepower. It boasts a range of 342 miles on a mixed cycle and a top speed of 155 mph. Weighing 3,726 lbs, it emphasizes aerodynamics with a drag coefficient of 0.24. The cabin is tech-rich, with AR interface and autonomous driving mode. Additionally, Pininfarina previews Foxxconn's Foxtron Model B electric crossover at the show, promising a range of 311 miles. Read more.

'Fun, iconic' new Renault 5 E-Tech unveiled (5 mins read)

Renault unveils the Renault 5 E-Tech electric, reminiscent of its iconic predecessor. With a compact design, it aims to rival the electric Mini Cooper, offering 120-150hp, 166-181lb ft torque, and WLTP ranges of 186-248 miles. The interior boasts recycled materials and innovative features. Priced around £25k, it targets a UK release in Q1 2025. Read more.

A Chinese EV maker just revealed a 1,300 horsepower supercar (4 mins read)

BYD introduces the all-electric Yangwang U9, boasting nearly 1,300 horsepower, four electric motors, and all-wheel drive. Priced at 1.68 million Chinese yuan (approximately $230,000 USD), it competes with Lamborghini and Ferrari, offering acceleration to 60 mph in 2.3 seconds and a top speed of 192 mph. Read more.

BYD Introduces Denza Brand To Europe With A Striking Minivan (5 mins read)

At the 2024 Geneva Motor Show, Denza debuts the D9 minivan for the European market. Co-created by BYD and Mercedes, it rivals luxury minivans like the Lexus LM. Offering a plug-in hybrid or full EV option, it boasts a spacious interior, adjustable seats, and advanced entertainment features. Denza plans to launch in Europe by year-end. Read more.

How Mexico Could Help China ‘Demolish’ The U.S. Car Industry (11 mins read)

Rising Chinese dominance in the global automotive industry alarms the US and Europe due to unpreparedness. China's strategy includes leveraging Mexico's trade agreements, particularly the USMCA, to potentially bypass tariffs and enter US markets. The agreement's liberal methodology for calculating regional content could enable Chinese-owned companies in Mexico to qualify for consumer tax credits that subsidize EV purchases in the United States. This setup allows Chinese automakers to access the American market indirectly through Mexico, thus expanding their foothold and potentially undermining US automakers. Read more.

It’s no accident: These automotive safety features flopped (5 mins read)

The article discusses the history of vehicle safety features and accidents. Turn signals reduce accidents by 40%. Early safety attempts, like the O'Leary Fender, were ineffective. Inventions like the Pennsylvania Vacuum Cup tire briefly gained popularity. Despite rising death tolls, safety remained a secondary concern in early automobiles. Read more.

How I'd Fix That Toyota That Sat Underwater For 13 Years (12 mins read)

This article delves into the intricacies of reviving a Toyota Tundra discovered submerged for 13 years in a Texas lake. While acknowledging the unlikelihood of full restoration, it explores the step-by-step process of salvaging the vehicle, addressing challenges like water damage and electronic corrosion, while pondering the allure of such an undertaking. Read more.