TECH & INNOVATION

Patagonia as a Proving Ground for e-Fuels and Hybrids

Route Zero: Patagonia as a Proving Ground for e-Fuels and Hybrids

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While much of the global conversation around decarbonization focuses on battery electric vehicles (BEVs), a fascinating alternative is taking shape in one of the world’s most extreme environments. In Punta Arenas, Chile, a new partnership between HIF Global, Toyota, and MITTA has launched “Route Zero”—a pilot project that combines hybrid technology with synthetic e-fuels. This […]

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Software on Demand: Kia’s Strategy for the “Ever-New” Vehicle

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In the traditional automotive world, a car’s features were largely frozen the moment it rolled off the assembly line. However, the industry is shifting toward Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs), where the driving experience is constantly refined through code. Kia is now leaning heavily into this trend with the expansion of the Kia Connect Store and a

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Defining the Drive: The 6 Levels of Vehicle Autonomy

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In the world of modern engineering, few things are as widely discussed—and as frequently misunderstood—as “self-driving” cars. While we often group all autonomous technology into one bucket, the industry relies on a precise hierarchy defined by SAE International (the Society of Automotive Engineers). This 0-to-5 scale is more than just technical jargon; it determines who—or

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The Heart of the EV: Battery Types and Their Impact

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At the core of every electric vehicle lies its battery—a sophisticated energy storage system that determines everything from range and performance to charging speed and cost. But how exactly do these power packs work? In essence, EV batteries store chemical energy and convert it into electrical energy to power the vehicle’s motor. This process relies

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Silence is Golden, but 1,000 HP is Ferrari: The “Elettrica” Arrives

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For decades, the soul of a Ferrari was defined by the visceral scream of a V12. But as we move into 2026, Maranello is proving that passion isn’t tied to a tailpipe. The Ferrari “Elettrica” (the internal name for their first full-electric model) has moved from rumor to reality, and the technical specifications are nothing

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Size Matters: The 2026 Ford Super Duty FXL Redefines “Street Legal”

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In the world of heavy-duty trucks, there is a fine line between a functional tool and an oversized toy. However, American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) has just blurred that line with the debut of the 2026 Ford FXL Super Duty. While enthusiasts have been stuffing oversized tires into wheel wells for decades, the FXL package represents

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