(February 8, 2021) HETHEL, UK  — This year marks the end of an era for Lotus Cars. As the business moves towards an exciting future as outlined in recent announcements, time is being called on production of the iconic Elise and the genre-creating Exige, after 25 and 21 years respectively. In honor of these two legendary models, Lotus has announced a range of five new Final Edition cars which have higher power, greater standard specification and — in true Lotus style — light weight.

(February 8, 2021) SHANGHAI — Ford has announced that Mustang Mach-E, its first global pioneering SUV built on an all-new, all-electric platform, will be manufactured in China by Changan Ford for local customers. A breakthrough vehicle in Ford’s electrification strategy, Mustang Mach-E will set new standards in style and performance in the Chinese high-end EV market when it becomes available in China later this year.

(February 7, 2021) A Los Angeles-based production company, led by Director Jeremy Heslup has created an alternative Super Bowl advertisement, starring a mysterious ‘Mr. E’ and a 2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo electric vehicle (EV). A staple not only in sports but also in advertising, the Super Bowl features advertisements that are more narrative driven, attracting over 202 million viewers in 2020. With this in mind, Valkyr came together to work on the alternative Super Bowl piece with a 2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo, which can be seen today.

(February 6, 2021) NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The new Nissan Kicks is now on sale across the U.S., with a starting MSRP of $20,650  including $1,150 destination charge for the Kicks S model. Along with its updated exterior and interior styling, the new Kicks now offers standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on all grades, as well as available NissanConnect Services — a suite of convenience and security features that includes an available Wi-Fi hotspot, remote vehicle commands and safety features including Automatic Collision Notification.