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Winter tire regulations

However, since June 1, 2017, with the 52nd ordinance amending road traffic regulations for winter tires, new regulations and technical requirements apply. So far it was considered sufficient that winter tires were marked with "M + S". These tires were characterized by deeper grooves and larger lugs than normal tires.

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What's wrong with lithium in the extinct volcanic crater McDermitt Caldera?

There are currently various reports circulating about an extinct volcanic crater on the border of the US states of Nevada and Oregon, which apparently contains the world's largest lithium deposit. Current estimates range from 20 to 40 tons of lithium, although even higher amounts may be possible. Does this discovery solve the problem of lithium supply for electric cars?

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Mustang Mach e – innovative details

In the extended range version, the Mustang Mach e not only achieves an electric range of over 400 km in summer, but also has some interesting detailed solutions on board that have unique selling points.

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Light vehicles - mega trend for 2024

Working from home, the pandemic and the Ukraine crisis with the sharp rise in energy costs are affecting future mobility in Europe. In addition to bicycles and pedelecs, light vehicles have become a popular alternative for commuters in the last two years. A compact design, a significantly reduced energy consumption compared to the car and a smaller space requirement are obvious advantages for the increasingly popular Micro Cars.

View of the battery of the body of an electric car. Copyright Patrick P. Palej @ fotolia.com

A look into the future of battery technology for electric cars

The battery is the Achilles' heel of electric cars because it supplies the motor with the necessary energy and determines how long the range is. Various battery technologies have established themselves on the market in recent years and technical development is progressing rapidly.

Mazda CX-60

Portrait of the Mazda CX-60 Homura e-SKYACTIV PHEV

Big bigger Biggest. Mazda has made significant progress in the model range in recent years. The CX-60 with a plug-in hybrid with a system output of 327 hp is now also being presented in the premium segment with the Homura equipment. With its stately dimensions, it is a competitor model to the established Q5 or X5 of the competitors. When looking at the extensive assistance systems, the appealing ambience and the striking appearance, the question arises as to how well the CX-60 drives in the upper premium segment.

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