Chinese manufacturer Sarkcyber has introduced a new electric scooter called the HC 200 Ursa. Electric scooters have gained popularity in urban areas due to their user-friendly design and ease of operation. Many electric scooters in the market are made in China, including the HC 200 Ursa. Sarkcyber, a new player in the industry, has a team that includes former Honda employees, indicating their expertise in the field. The HC 200 Ursa is designed for urban and suburban environments and has a maximum speed of 70 km/h (44 mph). It features a modern minimalist design, a digital display for ride information, smartphone connectivity, a remote key, and LED lights. The scooter is powered by a 60V, 45Ah battery that allows for a range of approximately 75 km (47 miles) at an average speed of 45 km/h (28 mph). It can be fully charged in three hours. The HC 200 Ursa has 14-inch wheels for stability and balance and is equipped with front and rear disc brakes with a combined braking system. The scooter is priced at 4,390 Euros ($4,770 USD) in the European market and is available for purchase through the MBP and Keeway dealer network.
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Mazda CX-80: Spy Photos Show SUV Testing In Europe Before Launch
The upcoming Mazda CX-80 was recently spied testing in Europe, where it is set to be released later this year. The vehicle was heavily camouflaged, making it difficult to discern specific details about this three-row crossover. However, it seems to bear a resemblance to other models in Mazda’s lineup.
The CX-80 is essentially a three-row variant of the Mazda CX-60, sharing the same rear-wheel drive-based platform. Although it is challenging to determine with certainty, the CX-80 appears to have a slightly longer wheelbase and a larger window between the C and D pillars compared to the CX-60. Its side profile resembles the Mazda CX-70, featuring the familiar front-end styling found in other Mazda SUVs. Interestingly, from a distance, the camouflage creates an illusion reminiscent of the Rolls Royce Spectre.
Renault Scenic E-Tech EV Spotted Testing for the First Time
The popular Renault Scenic is set to make a comeback in Europe, this time as an electric vehicle (EV) with the upcoming E-Tech model. Recently, spy shots of the car’s development have emerged, offering a first glimpse of its design.
In an effort to conceal the exterior features, Renault’s engineering team has covered the car with a camouflage wrap and used blocky panels to distort its appearance. Despite this, we can see that the Scenic E-Tech sports a sleek front end with a trapezoidal inlet positioned in the lower section. The headlights are thin and neatly frame the hood.
2024 Audi RS6 Avant Performance, RS7 Performance Debut For US Starting At $126,895
The Audi RS6 Avant Performance and RS7 Performance made their debut in Europe in November 2022. However, these high-performance models are no longer exclusive to European customers. Audi has announced that the RS6 Avant Performance and RS7 Performance will be available in the United States for the 2024 model year. Customers can expect to find them in dealerships starting this fall.
Audi has also revealed the pricing for these highly sought-after models in the US:
| Model | Price (w/$1,095 Destination Fee) |
| 2024 RS6 Avant Performance | $126,895 |
| 2024 RS7 Performance | $128,895 |
2024 Volkswagen Golf Refresh Rendered After Spy Shots Released
Between 2007 and 2021, the Volkswagen Golf held the top spot as Europe’s best-selling car for 14 years. Last year, however, the compact hatchback and wagon duo failed to make it to the podium, taking fifth place behind the Peugeot 208, Dacia Sandero, VW T-Roc, and the Fiat/Abarth 500, with only 177,203 units sold, following a 14% drop in sales. The Toyota Yaris is catching up with it as well.
In an effort to revive its sales, VW announced that it would refresh the Golf the same year it gave the similar mechanically Skoda Octavia the same treatment. The nine-generation Golf will be exclusively electric, so this might be the last mechanical update. An unofficial rendering was released to show prospective changes to the car.
According to Volkswagen’s teaser images, the 2024 Golf will have redesigned headlights and vertical slats in the bumper. The eHybrid version seen in testing was fitted with a charging port on the driver’s side, which has been excluded from this rendering, which depicts the non-PHEV version. The R-Line version of the five-door hatch in the rendering also includes subtle taillight adjustments.
As expected from a German carmaker, styling tweaks will be minimal. VW typically makes subtle modifications during a vehicle’s life cycle, unlike Hyundai and Kia, which make more significant changes. Although this rendering focuses on the exterior, we expect some cabin updates as well.
Based on a prototype seen previously, the Golf facelift will have a larger touchscreen, which could be the same 15-inch unit found on the ID.7. The larger display is larger than the ID.3’s 12-inch screen, which we saw in the prototype. VW has announced a “qualify offensive” and intends to remove touch-sensitive buttons from the steering wheel in response to criticism from customers.
We anticipate cleaner engines to comply with Euro 7 regulations, which will take effect in July 2025, leading to changes in exhaust brakes and tires, among other things, as part of broader efforts to minimize the harmful impact of vehicles. According to VW, Euro 7 would increase the pricing of ICE cars, to the point where they may be removed from the product range altogether, leaving room for the exclusively electric Golf 9. As a result, the Polo is becoming obsolete.