BYD ups the EV anti with the Super e-Platform

BYD charging infrastructure

Super e-Platform China’s BYD has launched what it calls the Super e-Platform, which re-writes “current” electric vehicle (EV) technology. The company says the tech brings the battery, motor, power supply, air conditioning, and other components up to a full 1000V. Among the upgraded components are batteries that can be flash charged, a 30,000 RPM motor, …

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Trailer Lighting Fault indicators

Trailer Lighting This is a Trailer Lighting Fault indicator symbol used on some Volvo vehicles. It points strictly to an issue with the lighting. Be sure to do a thorough check of the wiring connections before continuing on your way. Before continuing, is this truly your symbol?? If yes, read on below. Otherwise, you can …

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BMW iX3 named World Car of the Year

BMW iX3 2026

NY Auto Show The BMW iX3 was named the 2026 World Car of the Year at the 2026 New York International Auto Show. The yearly international event also named winners in five other categories. The iX3, a next generation electric SUV, was chosen from an initial list of 58 contenders from all over the world. …

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Turbocharger indicator

Turbocharger gauge

Turbo boost This is a Turbocharger indicator symbol. It comes courtesy of the Ford Bronco, which does not specify a color or a reason for it to be lit. But it is associated with a Boost Gauge, and we then learned it is seen in white. Before continuing, is one of these truly your symbol?? …

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Google Maps adds EV trip planning

Android auto map trip

Google Maps and Android Auto A new feature just added to Google Maps will include battery range predictions and trip planning for over 350 Android Auto EV models. The update adds AI-powered EV charging features to Maps. Once a destination is set, Maps will recommend when and where to charge based on the EV model …

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Key fob oddity resolved

Key fob issue A truly odd thing happened with my key fob today, which fortunately turned out to have a simple resolution. The Kia Niro‘s mirrors extend out when the car is approached when locked. Over the last week or so, they have been less consistent and even when they do extend, the lock may …

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BTS releases its Transborder Freight Data Annual Report for 2025

Transborder freight The Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) has compiled and released Transborder freight data for 2025. Their annual reports include the dollar value of commodities that moved across the U.S. land borders with Canada and Mexico and does so by mode of transportation, as required by the Office of Management and Budget. It should …

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