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First generation Mazda MX-5 as EV

The British company Electrogenic is specialized in turning classic cars into EVs, and some of their projects are the Porsche 911, Land Rover Defender and Jaguar E-Type. One of their latest projects is the Mazda MX-5.

The new equipment kit has increased the vehicle’s weight by 100 kilograms, but it should be noted that the conversion process is reversible and owners can return their car to its original configuration if they wish. This approach allows them to take advantage of the benefits of electrification, but also to restore the historical value of their vehicle.

The Mazda MX-5 is powered by a single electric motor with more than 160 hp (117 kW) and 228 lb-ft (310 Nm) of torque, paired with a single-speed gearbox that sends power to the rear wheels. It is equipped with a 42 kWh battery that is located where the 1.8-liter engine used to be, as well as the fuel tank. The battery provides a range of 240 kilometers, and it takes up to an hour to fully charge the battery.

The car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in more than 6 seconds with a top speed of 185 km/h (115 mph). Drivers can use two modes, Eco which maximizes range, and Sport for maximum performance. It should be noted that the equipment kit is compatible with versions with manual and automatic transmissions.

The price of the upgrade has not been announced.

Source: Electrogenic

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2026 Jaguar Type 00

Jaguar has decided to make a complete transformation. After changing the logo with which the manufacturer returns to the founder’s original vision “Jaguar should not be a copy of anything”, now the British brand has presented the Type 00. With this car, Jaguar announces the introduction of the next generation of Jaguar that will once again capture the spirit and essence of the brand at its best.

The prefix “Type” is a link to the brand’s tradition and to models such as the pioneering E-type. The first zero in the concept’s name refers to zero exhaust emissions, while the second zero represents its status as a new line car.

The car, with its long bonnet design, wide roof line, fastback profile and sloping rear end, is the opposite of anything we have seen on all-electric cars so far. All this is achieved thanks to the unique JEA (Jaguar Electrical Architecture) platform. The aim was for the latest electrification technologies and design to make future cars stand out in the electric vehicle market.

A large butterfly door and tailgate reveal a modern cabin with three hand-finished brass lines running the length of the interior, with a central 3.2m-long brass strip separating a pair of floating instrument panels.

Jaguar hasn’t released any performance information, but what we do know is that the first production Jaguar of the new generation will be a four-door GT, which will hit the market late next year. It should have a range of up to 770km on a single charge, and a 15-minute charge on a fast charger will give it a range of up to 321km.

More information coming soon.

Source: Jaguar

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2026 Genesis GMR-001 LMDh

After Aston Martin announced its return to the WEC (World Endurance Championship) this summer, another manufacturer is entering one of the toughest competitions in the world. According to the latest information, Genesis is developing the GMR-001 LMDh prototype that will compete from 2026.

Genesis has not yet revealed the engine configuration that will power the GMR-001 prototype, but they have revealed that they have chosen the French company Oreca for the carbon chassis, out of four possible manufacturers. According to the current regulations, all LMDh class prototypes have an identical gearbox (X-Trac) and components that make up the hybrid system (Williams batteries and Bosch electric motor).

Cyril Abiteboul, who has long been at the head of the Renault F1 team, has been chosen as the boss of the newly founded Genesis Magma Racing team, and for now it is known that the driver lineup will include three-time Le Mans winner André Lotterer and Pipo Derrani, who won the GTP class title in the IMSA championship last season.

Genesis plans to enter the North American IMSA Endurance Championship in 2027.

Source: Genesis

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2026 Genesis GMR-001 LMDh

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