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Toyota Corolla refreshed edition

The Toyota Corolla is the best-selling car of all time with over 50 million units sold. It has been produced since 1966 in 12 generations, while the arrival of the new generation is announced for this year. However, before that happens, the Japanese manufacturer has presented a refreshed edition.

The refreshed edition brings 10 new body colors, of which Metal Oxide stands out. This color is offered exclusively with a black roof in the Hatchback and Touring Sport versions, while the sedan version is also available in Metal Oxide, and buyers can choose a roof in body color or in black. The side mirrors are in glossy black, and all models with Mid+ equipment come with 17-inch wheels with silver and black finishes and star-shaped center caps.

Inside, the steering wheel and gear lever are covered in synthetic leather. Hatchback and Touring Sports buyers with the Mid+ equipment package can choose upholstery made of recycled fabric.

Toyota did not say there were any changes under the bonnet, meaning the options are a 1.8-L hybrid engine with 140 hp and a 2.0-L hybrid engine with 196 hp. It should also be noted that all versions come with the new generation Toyota Safety Sense package as standard.

Sales of the refreshed Toyota Corolla will start this month, when the price will be announced.

Source: Toyota

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Four new Tesla Cybertrucks burned in the fire

Tesla Cybertruck has attracted a lot of attention since its launch, and the company has received nearly 2 million orders before it even started deliveries. Their vehicles have often been the subject of criticism especially when it comes to safety issues. However, a few days ago at the company’s storage in Seattle, four brand new Cybertrucks caught fire.

On March 9, around 11:00 p.m., firefighters received a call about a fire at a Tesla warehouse and shortly after arrival, the fire was brought under control. Fortunately, apart from the four Cybertrucks, there was no further damage.

Tesla has had problems with battery-related fires in the past, which is considered the reason in this case as well. Police have launched an investigation, but it is not yet known what caused the fire.

Some rumors suggest that someone started the fire, as dissatisfaction grows with Musk’s role at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which is pushing for a large number of federal layoffs and budget cuts.

In the last month, there have been several attacks on Tesla showrooms, charging stations and even private vehicles. A shooting occurred at a Tesla dealership in Tigard, Oregon, and one person was arrested in Salem for a similar attack.

Tesla has not yet commented on the incident.

Source: Reuters

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EU ban on sales of combustion engines from 2035 remains

The EU has announced that it will not abandon its ban on the sale of combustion engine cars from 2035. “We are sticking to the targets for 2035, as well as those for 2025 and 2030,” said Transport Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas.

When the EU announced that it would introduce new CO2 regulations from 2025, threatening heavy fines for those who did not comply, many European manufacturers rebelled. The EU then tried to find a compromise, and the deadline for reducing emissions was extended to 2027. This means that instead of measuring emissions compliance over just one year, averages will be measured over the past two years.

The group that represents manufacturers of electric vehicles and chargers, T&E, opposes the extension of the deadline, believing that the decision will not have a positive effect, because manufacturers will be able to produce less affordable vehicles, which will increase the already unattainable difference between Europe and China. They believe that the EU should be decisive in its goals and not make any concessions. However, how realistic would it be for the EU to make a radical decision?

The transition to fully electric cars is an expensive process and requires a lot of investment. This includes investment in research and development, new supply chains, training and equipping distributors and their workshops. The fact that the deadline had to be extended is an indication that the ten-year target is unrealistic. However, car manufacturers now have just three years to reach the new targets.

Source: Reuters