Volkswagen Group Announces Breakthrough in Next-Generation Solid-State Battery Technology

Volkswagen Group Announces Breakthrough in Next-Generation Solid-State Battery Technology

Next-generation battery that is hard to deteriorate The Volkswagen Group has announced the results of tests on solid-state battery cells jointly developed with partner company QuantumScape. It is said to have a longer cruising range than conventional lithium-ion batteries and to significantly reduce deterioration. Tests conducted in Germany involved more than 1,000 charge-discharge cycles. This … Read more

Obsolete Car Ideas That Didn’t Last: From Electric to Turbine Cars and Transparent Roof Panels

Obsolete Car Ideas That Didn’t Last: From Electric to Turbine Cars and Transparent Roof Panels

At first I thought it was a good idea, but… Both the auto industry and consumers are capricious. Models, body styles, new features and technologies can quickly become obsolete as soon as they emerge. Also, an idea that seemed great when it was announced can become obsolete a few years later. Introducing cars, brands, and … Read more

In Comparison: Driving Experience of the Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 SE and Renault Alpine GTA V6 Turbo

In Comparison: Driving Experience of the Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 SE and Renault Alpine GTA V6 Turbo

Fun different from naturally aspirated Porsche The Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 SE is always dense. If the tachometer needle is raised sharply, the volume of the tenor increases, and the coupe with the whale tail on its back suddenly increases its speed. The ride is surprisingly supple. The chassis grips the road. If you handle … Read more

Forced 1-year Car Loans and Lies: Scandals at Big Motor Stores

Forced 1-year Car Loans and Lies: Scandals at Big Motor Stores

Forced 1-year loan for customers who wish to purchase cash In early August, JACCS, a major consumer credit company, announced that it would stop accepting new car loans at all Big Motor stores. “We have made a comprehensive judgment in response to the series of scandals in big motors,” but when I confirmed with the … Read more

Illegal Vehicle Inspections at Big Motor: Violating Road Transport Vehicle Act

What is the illegal vehicle inspection that was done at Big Motor? On March 22, 2023, the Kyushu District Transport Bureau canceled the designated automobile maintenance business for the Big Motor Kumamotohama Line store (Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City), accusing it of violating the Road Transport Vehicle Act, and an automobile inspector (2 issued a dismissal order. … Read more