Jony Ive’s Funky Ferrari
The Verge AI4d agoHardwareThe Vergecast discusses Ferrari Luce, Ferrari’s first electric vehicle and one of the year’s more surprising car debuts. The piece notes that most people will never own or even sit in one, but its unusual, distinctly un-Ferrari look makes it notable. Jony Ive’s involvement adds another layer of interest around design, technology, and luxury hardware.
Europe EV Sales Surge in April as Tesla Jumps 40% and BYD Doubles Sales
INSIDE 硬塞 AI5d agoBusinessEurope’s new-car market grew in April, supported by strong demand for electric vehicles. EV sales have now increased for 16 consecutive months, showing continued momentum in the region. Tesla sales jumped 40%, but BYD doubled sales and surpassed Tesla, highlighting the rapid expansion of Chinese EV brands in Europe.
AMG GT 4-Door: First Production EV with Silicon Anode & Axial Flux Motor
INSIDE 硬塞 AI6d agoHardwareThe Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé has achieved a major milestone as the world's first production vehicle to feature both silicon anode batteries and axial flux motors. This marks the first commercial validation of these two advanced EV technologies. Their long-term reliability and manufacturing costs will be critical factors for wider market adoption.
Ferrari Unveils Luce, Its First EV Co-Designed by Jony Ive★ 75
INSIDE 硬塞 AI7d agoReleaseFerrari has officially unveiled "Luce," its first-ever all-electric supercar, co-designed by former Apple Chief Design Officer Jony Ive. The five-seater features a striking glass cabin and a quad-motor setup. Instead of focusing solely on range, Luce prioritizes driving emotion through physical controls and amplified mechanical sounds.
European EVs Charge in 11 Mins, But Taiwan's Infrastructure Faces Plug & Speed Gaps
INSIDE 硬塞 AI8d agoHardwareWhile next-generation EVs can achieve an 11-minute ultra-fast charge, Taiwan's infrastructure lags behind. The country faces critical gaps including a shortage of high-power DC fast chargers, the complex integration of CCS1 and CCS2 standards, and highly uneven urban-rural coverage. These bottlenecks prevent local drivers from fully utilizing advanced EV charging capabilities.