Mercedes-Benz is set to showcase its electric G-Class at the 2024 Beijing auto show. The electric G-Class, previously previewed in 2021 by the EQG concept, was initially expected to be named EQG in production. However, Mercedes has confirmed that the electric G-Class will be called the G 580 with EQ Technology.
Two-time Formula 1 world champion Mika Häkkinen is selling his McLaren P1. Häkkinen, who won both of his titles while driving for McLaren in the 1990s, is selling one of the prototype examples of the McLaren P1. He had this unique vehicle customized by the MSO department.
Tesla has been teasing a robotaxi since 2016 and is now just months away from unveiling one. CEO Elon Musk recently confirmed the debut of the vehicle on August 8. While the unveiling is set for August, it is unlikely that a ride service based on the robotaxi will be ready by that date.
In addition to these updates, today’s car news at Motor Authority includes a comparison between the Nissan Rogue and the Honda CR-V, a look at Stellantis CEO claiming the need for a battery breakthrough in EVs, and a review of Toyota’s Crown Landscape for those looking for something different from Subaru crowd. There’s also a comparison between Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon for those looking to buy trucks from General Motors family of brands. Ford has introduced center consoles with deployable tables and New Jersey has added an additional $1,000 fee for EV owners to their registration fees are also covered in today’s car news roundup.
