Urvaksh Karkaria Mercedes, Porsche reporter Urvaksh Karkaria is Mercedes, Nissan, Porsche and Volvo Reporter for Automotive News. [email protected] Mobile Number: 904-422-5205 See All Staff Page Recent Stories Mercedes plans new electric van platform, factory-upfitted RVs Mercedes will build future vans on its new VAN.EA electric platform starting in 2026. Polestar cuts 300 jobs, reduces sales forecast The automaker will cut its global headcount by 10 percent and institute a hiring freeze because of the tougher economic climate. McLaren readies hybrid system for next 2-door flagship McLaren's next Ultimate Series model should arrive around mid-decade New Mercedes' E-Class: A mobile work and entertainment space Mercedes says the new E-Class is more digital, more comfortable and sportier than ever. Porsche Cayenne gets more power, digital-first interior Porsche said the SUV's face-lift is among the "most extensive product upgrades in the history of Porsche." BMW's flagship i7 electric sedan gets M version The i7 M70 xDrive debuts this week at the Shanghai auto show in China. Sales will start in the second half of this year. Mini previews next-gen electric hatchback The next-generation electric Mini Cooper will be shorter and lighter than the current model and built on a dedicated EV platform. EV startup Polestar braces for two product launches in less than a year Software-related hiccups in the development of Volvo's new SPA2 vehicle platform could complicate Polestar's growth ambitions. EV assembly is not a radical change, Mercedes production exec says Mercedes is making a smooth transition to EVs at its U.S. assembly plant that builds global output of the EQS and EQE all-electric models. Porsche Cayenne's new cockpit borrows from Taycan, 911 The Porsche Cayenne gets a completely redesigned cockpit that groups key controls around the steering wheel. Polestar to spend $20M to market first crossover The Polestar 3 marketing campaign will involve online, television, and outdoor advertising to raise awareness of the new model and the upstart brand. Mercedes electric G-Class spotted in winter testing The electric G-Class will have a new battery that is more energy dense, helping reduce weight and extend driving range. New Mercedes GLC Coupe gets updated electrified drivetrain The sporty compact crossover gets off-road tech and a luxe interior. Mercedes says Level 4 driving 'doable' this decade Mercedes' Level 3 Drive Pilot system was self-certified for use in Nevada this year, but the automaker is aiming for an even more sophisticated Level 4 technology. Mercedes' new MB.OS is the future of the brand's in-vehicle software The operating system will debut mid-decade on the new "electric-first" Mercedes Modular Architecture platform, which underpins future compact and midsize electric cars. Load More
Urvaksh Karkaria Mercedes, Porsche reporter Urvaksh Karkaria is Mercedes, Nissan, Porsche and Volvo Reporter for Automotive News. [email protected] Mobile Number: 904-422-5205 See All Staff Page