September 2021

Kia Europe debuts Sportage plug-in hybrid at IAA Mobility show



(September 9, 2021) Kia Europe has debuted two highly advanced electric vehicles at IAA Mobility, further strengthening the brand’s position as a leader and pioneer in sustainable zero-emissions transport.  Taking centre stage — and representing a global premiere — the all-new plug-in hybrid (PHEV) Sportage reinvents the SUV as a highly efficient, dynamic and practical everyday car that is capable on and off road. Sitting next to the all-new Sportage PHEV at IAA Mobility, the EV6 — Kia’s first dedicated battery electric vehicle (BEV.)

Genesis sets starting price for refreshed 2022 G80 at $49,045



(September 9, 2021) FOUNTAIN VALLEY, California, September 7, 2021 – Today, Genesis Motor America announced pricing for the 2022 Genesis G80 lineup including new 3.5T AWD Sport trims. Starting from $49,045 including destination charge, like all Genesis vehicles, G80 is sold with a comprehensive suite of ownership benefits including complimentary scheduled maintenance with Service Valet, Genesis Connected Services, map updates, and more, all for 3 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first.

Petersen Automotive Museum to exhibit vehicles from James Bond movies


1985 Aston Martin V8 from The Living Daylights

(September 9, 2021) LOS ANGELES — The Petersen Automotive Museum will present a new exhibit celebrating the 60th anniversary of the James Bond film franchise through a highly diverse selection of iconic screen-used vehicles. Opening Sept. 25 in the Mullin Grand Salon gallery, Bond in Motion will be the largest official Bond vehicle display to date in the U.S., and will feature more than 30 cars, motorcycles, boats, submarines, helicopters and even scale filming models of aircraft from an array of both classic and contemporary Bond films. 



Polestar to expand presence to 30 global markets by end of 2022



(September 8, 2021) MUNICH, Germany — Polestar has confirmed that it is set to accelerate its rapid market expansion with plans to be present in 30 global markets by the end of 2022. After confirming in July the doubling of its markets in 2021 from nine to 18, Polestar aims to establish itself in a further 12 markets through 2022. High demand combined with an agile and unique, digital-first business model, are enabling the breakneck growth.

Ford builds Mustang Mach-E police concept in United Kingdom




(September 8, 2021) BIRMINGHAM, U.K. — The new Ford Mach-E has already caught the imagination of thousands of customers and fans, but a new client has also shown considerable interest — the UK’s police force. Such has been the enthusiasm of the British police for Ford’s stunning new all-electric SUV that already seven forces have either tested the new vehicle or requested a full evaluation of a specially-built concept car.

Bowers & Wilkins extends partnership with BMW in new iX EV



(September 8, 2021) Bowers & Wilkins, the British loudspeaker company famed for bringing its knowledge and experience of acoustic excellence to the automotive industry, has extended its successful partnership with BMW, with the launch of the iX, the new luxury electric SAV from BMW.

Refreshed 2022 Subaru Forester starts at $26,320



(September 8, 2021) Subaru of America has announced pricing on the 2022 Forester compact SUV starting at $26,320 including destination charge. For 2022, the Forester introduces the rugged Forester Wilderness: the newest model in the Wilderness family.  The fifth-generation Forester also receives a redesigned front fascia along with new safety and convenience features. The 2022 Forester will be offered in six trim levels when it arrives at Subaru retailers in October: Base, Premium, Sport, all-new Wilderness, Limited, and Touring.

Mercedes-Benz introduces Sprinter with updated drive technology



(September 7, 2021) STUTTGART, Germany — New engine, new transmission, new all-wheel drive system: with a comprehensive technology update — Mercedes-Benz ensures that its large van icon Sprinter will offer more driving comfort than ever before on almost any terrain. At the heart of the update is the 2.0-liter OM 654 diesel engine familiar from the Mercedes-Benz passenger car portfolio. Globally, the four-cylinder unit will be available for ordering in up to four output categories.

Hyundai Motor Group presents vision to popularize hydrogen by 2040 




(September 7, 2021) SEOUL — Hyundai Motor Group has set out its vision for hydrogen energy and a global hydrogen society. At the Hydrogen Wave global online forum held Monday, the Group presented its plans to popularize hydrogen by 2040 through the introduction of new technologies and mobility solutions in transportation and other industrial sectors.