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Mercedes will use a special solar paint that will allow a range of over 10,000 km

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One of the biggest problems facing electric cars is charging batteries. BYD recently introduced a new platform with a charging power of 1,000 kW, which will allow its cars to travel 400 km after a 5-minute charge. However, Mercedes is developing an innovative solution, which is a special paint that could be applied to the body of electric vehicles, and which would work as a solar collector.

This special paint is used in the development of solar modules, and research has shown that it could provide enough electricity for an EV to travel 39 km per day (14,235 km per year). This may not be a huge achievement, but it is a significant step in further development and finding a solution to replace existing batteries that are bulky, heavy and take up a lot of space.

In addition to the special paint, Mercedes is also developing a programmable micro-converter, which can be installed at the battery cell level. This would allow for individual cell regulation and make electric vehicles even better. “Current research results show that it is possible to ensure a constant high-voltage output of 800 volts, regardless of the state of charge and the condition of the individual cells,” the company said.

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2026 Lexus ES

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At the 2025 Auto Shanghai, Lexus unveiled the next-generation ES model, which brings several visual changes as well as powertrain options.

The Lexus ES is a mid-size luxury car that debuted in 1989, and its eighth generation is reminiscent of the LF-ZL concept that was unveiled more than a year ago. With a length of 5.14 meters and a wheelbase of 2.95 meters, it is larger than its predecessor and offers much more space for passengers.

The interior is designed in a minimalist style, and Lexus decided to use the highest quality materials. It is equipped with heated/cooled seats with massage function available in several colors, a self-dimming electric glass roof, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a centrally located 14-inch multimedia display, and buyers will be able to choose an additional display of the same size.

When it comes to powertrains, the new generation Lexus ES will be offered as a hybrid and an all-electric. The hybrid version comes in two options: the 300h, powered by a 2.0-liter engine combined with an electric motor producing 197 hp, while the 350h will be powered by a 2.5-liter gasoline engine and a single electric motor producing 247 hp, both of which will have all-wheel drive.

The all-electric ES 350e offers a range of up to 685 kilometers on a single charge, according to CLTC standards. Customers can also choose the more powerful ES 500e with all-wheel drive and two electric motors producing 343 hp. This version accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 6 seconds and offers an electric range of up to 610 kilometers.

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Lamborghini gives up on new SUVs

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Lamborghini has only one SUV in its fleet, the Urus, and the latest information suggests that it will remain so in the future. However, some rumors say that this is just a trick and that the Italian brand could soon introduce one or two new SUV models, considering their growing demand.

Chief Marketing & Sales Officer Federico Foschini said that SUV models are not the focus of the company, but the super sports cars they are known for. He believes that any new SUV, smaller or larger, would not be in line with the brand’s philosophy: “We would rather leave the production of such SUVs to one of the other companies that are under the umbrella of Volkswagen.”

Lamborghini currently has several outstanding super cars in its offer, such as the Revuelto, which is powered by a naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12 engine in combination with three electric motors for a total of 1,015 horsepower. Also, the Italian brand announced the arrival of the Lanzador for 2029, as a GT with high ground clearance, inspired by the Sesto Elemento, Murcialago and Countach LPI 800-4. It will be equipped with the new Lamborghini Dinamica Veicolo Integrata (LDVi) driving dynamics control system, and new technology that, thanks to sensors, adapts the car’s dynamics to the driver through a sophisticated algorithm. When it comes to the powertrain, the Lanzador will have two electric motors and AWD.

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