02/28/24 - 2025 McLaren Artura Spider 🚗, 2023 pedestrian fatality data reveals deadliest states 🏭, The Best Car Cleaning Hacks On The Internet 💡

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• 🚗 Car reveal/review: 

  • 2025 McLaren Artura Spider, With A Long List Of Upgrades

  • 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV Combines The Best Of Hydrogen And Electric

  • Microlino Lite arrives as the world's cutest, Mr. Bean-style microcar

  • Xiaomi's first EV coming in Q2

• 🏭 Industry trend: New data shows which states were more deadly for pedestrians in 2023, Apple Has Finally Given Up on Its Autonomous Electric Car

• 💡 Tips: These Are The Best Car Cleaning Hacks On The Internet

First Look: 2025 McLaren Artura Spider, With A Long List Of Upgrades (3 mins read)

The 2025 McLaren Artura Spider, debuting this summer, retains the Artura's lightweight focus at 3,439 pounds. Upgrades include a 136-pound bump, a retractable hardtop operated by electric motors, and engineering improvements enhancing power and handling. With a 3-second 0-60 mph, 205 mph top speed, starting at $273,800, orders are open for mid-2024 delivery. Read more.

2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV Combines The Best Of Hydrogen And Electric (3 mins read)

Honda introduces America's first hydrogen fuel cell CR-V, the CR-V e:FCEV, a result of collaboration with GM. Priced undisclosed, it boasts a 174-hp electric motor, unique design, and improved rigidity in suspension. Combining hydrogen fuel cell with plug-in electric system, it offers up to 29 miles of electric range. Loaded with upscale features, it functions as a mobile generator. Read more.

Microlino Lite arrives as the world's cutest, Mr. Bean-style microcar (4 mins read)

Micro unveils Microlino Lite, a compact urban EV with retro design, at Geneva Motor Show. Priced at €17,999 ($19,500), or leased for €156 ($169) monthly. Deliveries start early summer, made in Turin, Italy. Measuring 2.5m long, 1.47m wide, 1.5m high, it's classified as an L6e vehicle. Suitable for city driving with 100 km range, sunroof, and 230-liter trunk. US launch planned by year-end. Read more.

Xiaomi's first EV coming in Q2, looks to capitalize on 20M users (4 mins read)

Xiaomi, the Chinese tech giant, ventures into EVs with the SU7, set for mid-2024 production. With an 800V platform and 101 kWh battery, it targets the premium segment, anticipating interest from its 20 million smartphone users. While pricing remains undisclosed, Xiaomi's IoT integration aims to attract buyers. The EV market entry aligns with Xiaomi's $10 billion investment in development. Formal release and deliveries expected in Q2 2024, initially in China. Read more.

New data shows which states were more deadly for pedestrians in 2023 (4 mins read)

This article discusses the Governors Highway Safety Association's (GHSA) preliminary analysis of pedestrian fatalities in the United States for the first half of 2023. It reveals a 4% decrease in US pedestrian fatalities for the first half of 2023. California experienced the largest reduction, with 66 fewer pedestrian deaths. Conversely, Colorado saw 19 more pedestrian fatalities. Vermont notably reported zero pedestrian deaths during this period. Read more.

Apple Has Finally Given Up on Its Autonomous Electric Car (3 mins read)

Apple reportedly ends its secretive Project Titan, which aimed to develop an autonomous or electric car. The project, plagued by personnel changes and delays, faced an uncertain future. Speculations suggest Apple will redirect resources to generative AI. Read more.

These Are The Best Car Cleaning Hacks On The Internet (4 mins read)

The article provides car cleaning hacks for both enthusiasts and casual car owners. Tips include using a drill brush for floor mats, synthetic leather for window gunk, baking soda on orange for foggy headlights, and a massage gun for deep dirt. Other hacks involve toothpaste for scratches and using a deck of cards for painting wheels. Read more.