WardsAuto Engine, Propulsion & Tech Update


	SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Internal Combustion Takes a Turn Amid Electrified Wave

A majority of the 2023 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems winners are electrified, but internal-combustion engines play a role – either alone or as part of hybrids – in seven propulsion systems. Winners will be honored Oct. 18 at a trophy ceremony in Detroit.

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Stellantis’ $25,000 BEV Can’t Unplug From China

As Stellantis sets its sights on a $25,000 BEV, the Chinese market emerges as a crucial piece of the puzzle.

Hyundai Marks New Safety Lab With Two More IIHS Top Picks+

Hyundai adds two EV models to IIHS’s Top Pick list with Ioniq 6 and the Genesis Electrified GV70.

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Polestar 2 Offers Improved Range, Performance With RWD

A change to rear-wheel drive for the single-motor version (priced from $49,900) and a rear-bias for the dual-motor version (from $55,300) means both vehicles have more sports car-like handling.

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The New Polestar 2 a Model for Going Mainstream

The ʼ24 Polestar 2 may have a winning formula thanks to some very old qualities.

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Hyundai Kona Still Good Value, Electric as Fun as Ever

The second generation of Hyundai’s Kona carries over a lot of what proved popular with the first-gen CUV, including two engine choices and an all-electric variant, but it gets bigger and techier.

BMW Unveils Vision Neue Klasse

The advanced electric sedan concept points to the future of the 3-Series and other upcoming new BMW models.

WardsAuto Podcast: Continental’s Future in BEV Era

Continental’s North American CEO talks about transitioning into the BEV era on the WardsAuto Podcast.

VW ID.GTI Concept Previews Electric-Powered Hot Hatch

The compact front-wheel-drive hot hatch is set to lead Volkswagen’s upcoming entry-level BEV lineup with a front-mounted electric motor, a sporting suspension and an anticipated starting price of about $32,800.