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Cristian Agatie

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As a child, he grew up among tractors and heavy machinery and was covered in grease from tip to toe most of the time. It was a tractor that he drove for the first time and when asked what he’d become, he candidly replied: “tractor operator”. Later on, he drove all kinds of vehicles, from heavy trucks to off-roaders, all outside of public roads until he got his driving license.

He did not become a tractor operator, as you can tell already. Instead, he got interested in journalism and pursued a career finding stories for local newspapers and radio stations. But the first love is never forgotten, so when presented with the chance, he seized it and became a motor journalist in 1995.

Having found the perfect job to mix his passion for cars and journalism, he couldn’t help exploring other areas, like science, computers, and mobile devices. He took stints working for a computer magazine for a couple of years, and it was then that he had his first contact with new media. But cars always remained his passion, so he returned to motor journalism when Auto Bild started its local branch. Later, he became an internet junkie, and moving online felt only natural.

In the meantime, he also became obsessed with technology, electric vehicles, batteries, and whatnot, so he writes a lot about those. He found autoevolution a fertile ground for exploration and so he discovered his passion for RVs and campers, but also solar panels and new energy solutions.
Ludicrous-Badged Tesla Model 3 Performance Shows the Market Launch Is Imminent
Ludicrous-Badged Tesla Model 3 Performance Shows the Market Launch Is Imminent

26 Feb 2024, 10:22 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Much has been discussed about the Tesla Model 3 Performance replacement, starting with a possible name change. A Ludicrous-badged Model 3 was spotted in Valencia, Spain, confirming previous rumors and showing the market debut is just around the cor...

 
Top 10 Most Affordable Electric Vehicles in the US With More Than 250 Miles of Range
Top 10 Most Affordable Electric Vehicles in the US With More Than 250 Miles of Range

17 Feb 2024, 22:18 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / The EV market matured as more people embraced electromobility, and carmakers stepped in to offer compelling models at all price points. There are dozens of EV models competing for your attention and wallet, and many are pretty competitive even comp...

 
Mysterious Camouflaged Prototype Spotted at Giga Berlin Sets the Internet on Fire
Mysterious Camouflaged Prototype Spotted at Giga Berlin Sets the Internet on Fire

16 Feb 2024, 18:33 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / As Tesla works on several projects, a mysterious prototype was spotted at Giga Berlin during a regular drone fly-by. The car was partly covered in camouflage, which sparked speculations about what it may represent. Some people think it might be a R...

 
Scout Motors' US Factory Will Produce Rugged, 'Not-a-Jelly-Bean' EVs With Chunky Buttons
Scout Motors' US Factory Will Produce Rugged, 'Not-a-Jelly-Bean' EVs With Chunky Buttons

16 Feb 2024, 10:44 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Scout Motors opened a new chapter in its storied history with the groundbreaking ceremony for its South Carolina factory. The all-electric brand in Volkswagen Group's portfolio wants to start production of the first Scout EVs in 2026 after unv...

 
Tesla Engineering VP Explains Model 3 Highland Fancy Shock-Absorbing Tech
Tesla Engineering VP Explains Model 3 Highland Fancy Shock-Absorbing Tech

15 Feb 2024, 18:15 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / The refreshed Tesla Model 3 introduced new technologies and improvements that made it more comfortable and efficient. In a promo video, Tesla executives explained some of the technical decisions. Later, Tesla's VP of Engineering, Lars Moravi, ...

 
Tesla Rolls Out Massive Supercharging Improvements and Better Range Estimates
Tesla Rolls Out Massive Supercharging Improvements and Better Range Estimates

15 Feb 2024, 15:09 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Tesla software is praised as one of its EVs' best features, constantly improving with over-the-air updates. In the past month, Tesla has been on a roll with new features, and the 2024.2.6 software version takes this even further. The update br...

 
Geneva Motor Show Turns Into Chinese Affair, BYD Will Flood the Palexpo Floor With EVs
Geneva Motor Show Turns Into Chinese Affair, BYD Will Flood the Palexpo Floor With EVs

15 Feb 2024, 12:17 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Western carmakers are not attending auto shows anymore, a trend that started well before the pandemic. However, Chinese carmakers are more than willing to replace them. BYD, on track to become the biggest EV maker in 2024, announced a massive prese...

 
Helltraxx-Equipped Tesla Cybertruck Is All Show and No Go Due to Its Fragile Suspension
Helltraxx-Equipped Tesla Cybertruck Is All Show and No Go Due to Its Fragile Suspension

15 Feb 2024, 10:04 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Many have bashed Tesla for what looked like a fragile suspension on the Cybertruck, at least compared to other pickup trucks. The upper control arm was also the weak link in the Helltraxx-equipped Cybertruck, breaking while doing some rounds in the...

 
Stanford Scientists Found a Crazy Way To Extend the Life of Lithium-Metal EV Batteries
Stanford Scientists Found a Crazy Way To Extend the Life of Lithium-Metal EV Batteries

14 Feb 2024, 18:02 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Lithium-metal batteries could double the range of an electric vehicle. Still, their life cycle is short because they degrade very fast. Stanford scientists found a simple way to extend their lives and improve performance, making the new battery cel...

 
Model 3 Production Ramp-Up Is Not Going Well, Tesla Doesn't Even Want To Sell You One
Model 3 Production Ramp-Up Is Not Going Well, Tesla Doesn't Even Want To Sell You One

14 Feb 2024, 16:14 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Tesla opened the order book for the refreshed Model 3 in January, but the production doesn't appear to ramp as fast as necessary. Combined with an off-the-charts demand, this means not only that deliveries are pushed back but also that price h...

 
Rivian Software Update Hints at Upcoming Support for Streaming Services
Rivian Software Update Hints at Upcoming Support for Streaming Services

14 Feb 2024, 14:16 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / After testing internally the 2024.03 software update, Rivian pushed it to customers' vehicles as the 2024.03.02 release. The update introduces new features, the promise of upcoming support for streaming services like Netflix and YouTube, and a...

 
2025 Audi S5 Sportback Spied in RHD Guise Shows Where the Performance Sedan Is Heading
2025 Audi S5 Sportback Spied in RHD Guise Shows Where the Performance Sedan Is Heading

14 Feb 2024, 10:37 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Audi is preparing the next generation of its mid-size sedans, the most important change being its naming strategy. The A5/S5 nameplate will get its own lineup, with Sportback as the four-door coupe and Avant as the station wagon. The latest spy pic...

 
Rivian R1S Owner Terrified To See the Steering Wheel Coming Loose, All Within Spec?
Rivian R1S Owner Terrified To See the Steering Wheel Coming Loose, All Within Spec?

13 Feb 2024, 17:15 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / After Tesla came under an NHTSA investigation because the steering wheels were falling off, it was Rivian's turn to attract criticism. An R1S owner shared a video showing the steering wheel wobbling as if it was just about to come loose. It lo...

 
Chevrolet Equinox EV Touted As the Most Affordable Electric Car With 319 Miles of Range
Chevrolet Equinox EV Touted As the Most Affordable Electric Car With 319 Miles of Range

13 Feb 2024, 12:45 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / When Chevrolet announced the prices of its most affordable EV, the Equinox EV was expected to start sales with the 2RS trim, one of the most expensive in the lineup. Chevrolet confirmed that most Equinox EV trims will be available within the coming...

 
2025 Genesis Electrified G80 LWB Shows Its Facelifted Silhouette for the First Time
2025 Genesis Electrified G80 LWB Shows Its Facelifted Silhouette for the First Time

13 Feb 2024, 11:17 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / After launching the refreshed G80 in its home country, luxury carmaker Genesis is preparing an update to the Electrified G80, the fully electric variant of the executive sedan. The Electrified G80 only started sales in the US last year, but it'...

 
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Returns the Favor, Rescues Ford F-150 Stuck in the Snow
Tesla Cybertruck Owner Returns the Favor, Rescues Ford F-150 Stuck in the Snow

13 Feb 2024, 09:52 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Tesla Cybertruck has been often mocked for its supposed lackluster off-road capabilities. This is why Cybertruck owners are willing to set the balance straight and show the other side of the story. In a recent video, a Cybertruck owner recorded how...

 
Professional Driver Gives His Honest Opinion About Tesla Cybertruck's Steer-by-Wire System
Professional Driver Gives His Honest Opinion About Tesla Cybertruck's Steer-by-Wire System

12 Feb 2024, 18:34 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Tesla Cybertruck made a big splash earlier this month as it was tested by the Unplugged Performance team at Buttonwillow raceway and during the King of the Hammers event. Professional racer Craig Coker was behind the wheel, and the "Dark Helme...

 
Rivian, Not Tesla, Is the Epitome of Autonomous Driving in Popeyes' Super Bowl Commercial
Rivian, Not Tesla, Is the Epitome of Autonomous Driving in Popeyes' Super Bowl Commercial

12 Feb 2024, 15:54 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / When artists try to depict autonomous vehicles in their works, most of the time they end up featuring Tesla EVs. We've seen this most recently in the "Leave the World Behind" movie. And yet, when Popeyes aired "The Wait Is Over&...

 
It's Official: Tesla Model Y 'Juniper' Won't Arrive This Year in North America
It's Official: Tesla Model Y 'Juniper' Won't Arrive This Year in North America

12 Feb 2024, 11:25 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / After Tesla launched the updated Model 3 in North America last month, people expected the Model Y refresh to follow shortly. However, Tesla confirmed in a letter to its sales advisors that the Model Y "Juniper" will not launch in North Am...

 
Waymo Robotaxi Vandalized and Lit on Fire in San Francisco Is Only the Beginning
Waymo Robotaxi Vandalized and Lit on Fire in San Francisco Is Only the Beginning

12 Feb 2024, 10:07 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / A Waymo driverless car was set on fire in San Francisco Chinatown after people blocked its way, broke the windows, and set off fireworks inside the vehicle. This was the most serious incident involving a robotaxi after previous instances showed the...

 

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