Tesla, Lexus, BMW, DeltaWing, Jaguar, Kia.
Tesla autopilot upgrade: The next software upgrade 7.0 awaits Model S drivers this summer and will add self-driving capabilities which basically can take the Tesla out of the hands of drivers, at least on major roads. Furthermore, summoning the car via mobile will be enabled on private property.
nytimes.com, toptechnews.com
Lexus’ new RX: Toyotas premium subsidiary issued a teaser picture showing the fourth generation Lexus RX. Its debut is set for this April at the New York Auto Show and the new model is expected to be a little lighter and to feature an updated hybrid drivetrain, too.
motortrend.com, usatoday.com
BMW X7 update: BMW’s upcoming seven-seater SUV is expected to launch in late 2017 or early 2018, media reports. Furthermore, the X7 that sits above the X5 will be offered as a plug-in hybrid as well, using an adaptation of the system already known from the BMW X5 xDrive40e.
bmwblog.com, worldcarfans.com
Street car by DeltaWing? DeltaWing Technology Group now announced its plan to build a road ready version of its arrow-shaped racer with two or four seats. While electrification seems likely, the extent has yet to be determined as DeltaWings is open to battery, fuel cell, or hybrid systems.
topspeed.com
Electric Jaguar XE? The web is puzzled by pictures showing a Jaguar XE whose rear bears a badge with the letter “E.” Could this be an electric Jaguar? The missing tailpipe does suggest exactly that.
autoguide.com, carscoops.com, autoevolution.com
Kia Soul EV reviewed: Peter Braun reveals the “dirty secret” of the Soul EV as he discovers that it is “a brutally practical box on wheels” that outshines its petrol-powered ancestor. Add to that the “revelation” of electric power and “toys” usually found in luxury cars, you have one happy bunny of a reviewer, sorry, hamster.
digitaltrends.com
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