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Lotus Switch To Super Hybrids Amid Changing Market Demands
Lotus Cars has shifted its strategy to embrace hybrid technology, moving away from its earlier commitment to an all-electric future by 2028. This change reflects the ongoing reluctance of luxury car buyers—even in major markets like China—to fully commit to electric vehicles (EVs). At the Guangzhou Motor Show, Lotus CEO Feng Qingfeng introduced a 'super hybrid' system that combines a turbocharged combustion engine with fast-charging technology, offering an impressive 680-mile range. The innovation leverages Lotus's advanced 900V architecture, enabling 'flash-charging' to address earlier criticisms of plug-in hybrids for their compromised driving dynamics when batteries run low. The Eletre SUV and Emeya sedan are strong candidates for this hybrid system, as it could boost their appeal in the competitive luxury
Bentley Pushes Back All-Electric Target, Teases Tiguan Sized EV
Bentley has announced its first fully electric 'luxury urban' SUV, set to launch in 2027. Targeted at attracting new customers to the Bentley brand, this luxury electric vehicle (EV) marks a significant shift in Bentley’s electrification strategy. Originally aiming for an all-electric lineup by 2030, Bentley has now delayed this goal to 2035 due to slower EV adoption across the industry. The upcoming electric Bentley SUV will feature a long-range battery and fast-charging capabilities, potentially utilizing Volkswagen Group's PPE platform, which also underpins the Porsche Macan EV and Audi Q6 e-tron. This electric SUV will join Bentley's current lineup, including