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57 Rivian cars destroyed in fire

After Rivian vans caught fire in Houston in July, another disaster hit this American company. In the parking lot of Rivian’s plant in Illinois, more than 50 cars were destroyed in the fire.

According to the report, the cause of the fire is currently unknown. However, footage posted on social media showed huge flames rising into the air, as well as thick black smoke. Firefighters were called around 21:45, and after their arrival, the fire was quickly extinguished, but they were unable to save 57 new Rivian R1T and R1S cars. Fortunately, that was the only damage because the fire did not spread to the factory, and no one was hurt, confirmed Kelli Felker, spokesperson for the Rivian company.

In March of this year, the American electric vehicle manufacturer and automotive technology and outdoor recreation company, Rivian, revealed two new cars, the R2 and R3. It is about fully electric cars that should reach the market in 2026.

Like all Rivian cars, both the R3 and R2 have a well-known design. However, this time the company opted for plastic protective elements, handles that slide into the door and various black decorative details. Also, the wheelbase (2,800 mm) of the R3 model is shorter than that of the Rivian R2.

Inside are a digital instrument panel, a large central display, and comfortable seats. It should be noted that this model comes with a panoramic roof.

When it comes to technical specifications, the R3 will be offered with one, two or even three electric motors, two battery options and will have a range of almost 500 kilometers.

Source: Rivian

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2025 GR Supra GT4 EVO2

The GR Supra GT4 EVO2 is a new generation of the racing car that will have its world premiere in January 2025, and Toyota Gazoo Racing has announced that it has started accepting orders.

The GR Supra GT4 debuted at the Geneva Motor Show in 2019, which was built as a racing study model for participating in the European GT4 racing series, as well as other GT4 class races around the world. So far, over 120 cars have been sold, which is an exceptional result for a racing car. These cars finished on the podium more than 500 times, becoming class champions in three regions: Asia, the United States of America and Europe.

This GR Supra GT4 EVO2 has a steel/aluminum construction with a high-strength roll cage to FIA regulations. It is powered by a 3.0-L 6-cylinder in-line engine with (660 Nm) of torque while the power is variable according to balance of performance requirements. The engine is mated to a modified ZF automatic transmission.

It is equipped with an Akrapovič exhaust system with a catalyst, a front suspension with a MacPherson solution and a rear multi-link suspension, as well as shock absorbers and springs according to the regulations of the GT4 series.

When it comes to price, the GR Supra GT4 EVO2 will cost around 202,000 euros in Europe.

Source: Toyota Gazoo Racing

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The VDA proposes a ban on the sale of fossil fuels in Germany from 2045

The European Union plans to ban the sale of new cars with internal combustion engines from 2035, meaning buyers will be able to choose electric or hydrogen cars, but some members are against it. Now, the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) is proposing a ban on the sale of fossil fuels in the EU from 2045.

Germany was one of the proponents to extend the sale of cars with ICE after 2035, but on the condition that only synthetic fuels are used. However, not everyone is convinced that this is a good thing. The chairman of the management board of BMW Oliver Zipse recently said that lawmakers shouldn’t rush with shutting down internal combustion engines. Instead, the EU should encourage the adoption of low-CO2 fuels as soon as possible. Not only for new cars but also for the existing fleet, because there are over 250 million cars in 27 EU countries.

“At the moment there are many indications that the European Commission is looking for a false solution whereby the ban on internal combustion engines is relaxed through an obviously misleading solution in the form of synthetic fuels,” Zipse said.

However, the VDA wants to ban the sale of petrol and diesel for new and old cars so that drivers switch to synthetic fuels, in order to reduce CO2.

Germany plans to have 15 million electric vehicles on its roads by 2030, but the reality is somewhat different, considering that this country is recording the biggest drop in sales of electric vehicles.

Source: Reuters