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03/05/24 - 590-hp Karma Gyesera debuts 🚗, Nissan Might Throw Fisker $400M Lifeline 🏭, How Air Brakes Work? 💡

GM. Rev up your day with the latest automotive news and insights delivered to your inbox in our exclusive newsletter! What we cover in today’s edition:

  • 🚗 Car reveal/review: 

    • 590-hp Karma Gyesera debuts at 2024 Amelia Island Concours

    • Hyundai Ioniq 5 refresh details - OTA updates, bigger battery, and a rear wiper!

    • Maserati Debuts 542-hp GranCabrio Drop-Top

  • 🏭 Industry trend: Nissan Might Throw Fisker $400M Lifeline, Toyota Chairman “Total EV Adoption Is Not The Way Forward”

  • 🤖 Auto Tech: Waymo's Driverless Taxis Expand in LA and San Francisco, Receiving Regulatory Approval Grant

  • 💡 Tips: How Air Brakes Work?

  • 😄 Fun read: Was F1 too boring? Watch these races instead

Karma Gyesera sedan | Motor Authority

Karma Automotive unveiled the Gyesera sedan at the 2024 Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance in California. It's priced around $175,000, with production expected before 2025. The electric sedan boasts 590 hp, 0-60 mph in under 4.2 seconds, and 250+ miles range from its 120-kwh battery. Built in Moreno Valley, production will be limited to a few thousand units alongside the upcoming Kaveya electric sports car. Read more.

Hyundai Ionic 5 | Electrek

Hyundai updates its Ioniq 5 EV with minor exterior changes and significant interior upgrades, including a 7kWh battery increase to 84kWh for 485km range. The Korean version adds digital side mirrors and rear window wiper. Priced at 52,400,000 Korean Won (~$39,400), the model retains its cost. The refresh aims to address previous shortcomings and enhance user experience. Read more.

Maserati GranCabrio | Hagerty

Maserati unveils the GranCabrio convertible, based on the GranTurismo platform in Trofeo trim. Powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V-6 with 542 hp, it hits 0-62 mph in 3.6 seconds and has a top speed of 196 mph. Priced from $203,000 USD, it offers four driving modes and comes with a range of customization options. Read more.

Fisker, facing financial challenges, may partner with Nissan. Nissan reportedly considers investing $400 million in Fisker for access to EV platforms. Fisker's Alaska pickup could be built alongside Nissan's own electric pickup. Fisker seeks a manufacturing partner to overcome production hurdles. The potential deal may benefit both companies' EV ambitions. Read more.

Former Toyota CEO Akio Toyoda discusses Toyota's future EV plans, highlighting a multi-pathway approach to emissions reduction. Toyoda emphasizes customer choice over regulatory mandates and predicts EVs will only capture 30% of the market. Despite his reservations, Toyota aims for 1.5 million EV sales by 2026, while focusing on e-fuels and hybrid technology. Read more.

Waymo's self-driving taxis expand in Los Angeles and San Francisco, approved by the California Public Utilities Commission. San Mateo County initially opposed but later retracted complaints. Challenges include navigating local regulations and logistics, with potential legislative changes granting cities more control. Despite hurdles, expansion marks a milestone for robotaxis, addressing misconceptions about their capabilities. Read more.

The article discusses air brakes for heavy-duty trucks as an alternative to hydraulic brakes, emphasizing safety and functionality. Air brakes replace hydraulic fluid with pressurized air to prevent leaks and ensure braking reliability. They work by pressurizing air stored in the system, activating when the brake pedal is pressed. Understanding air brake types and operation is crucial for safe truck operation and cargo transportation. Read more.

Formula 1's 2024 season started at the Bahrain Grand Prix, featuring Max Verstappen's dominance. Meanwhile, Formula 2 introduces an all-new car with a 3.4L turbocharged V6. Young talents like Andrea Kimi Antonelli and Oliver Bearman shine, while Zane Maloney impresses in F2 races. The World Endurance Championship also kicked off in Qatar, featuring Hypercar and LMGT3 classes. Read more.

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