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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.
Tesla Will Improve Cybertruck Charging Performance, Confirms the Pack Is 'Half Full'
Tesla Will Improve Cybertruck Charging Performance, Confirms the Pack Is 'Half Full'

10 Apr 2024, 09:00 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / One of the biggest disappointments about the Cybertruck was its limited range, at least compared to what Tesla promised during the 2019 unveiling event. However, Cybertruck owners discovered that charging performance was also subpar. Almost half a ...

 
For the First Time, Tesla Settles a Case Over a Fatal Autopilot Crash
For the First Time, Tesla Settles a Case Over a Fatal Autopilot Crash

9 Apr 2024, 16:17 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Tesla settled a case over a 2018 fatal crash involving Autopilot after successfully fighting other similar cases. This makes this settlement special, with speculations mounting that Tesla chose this course of action to avoid unnecessary scrutiny ov...

 
All-New 2025 Buick Enclave Debuts With New Turbo Engine, Hands-Free Super Cruise ADAS
All-New 2025 Buick Enclave Debuts With New Turbo Engine, Hands-Free Super Cruise ADAS

9 Apr 2024, 15:10 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Buick unveiled the Enclave three-row SUV, which is set to start deliveries later this summer as a 2025 model. The third-generation Enclave adopts the new design language previewed by the Wildcat EV concept and will feature a new four-cylinder turbo...

 
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 N Spied for the First Time Close to Its Natural Habitat
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 N Spied for the First Time Close to Its Natural Habitat

9 Apr 2024, 10:18 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Since Hyundai launched the Ioniq 6 in June 2022, people have imagined a performance N variant. One month later, the Korean carmaker obliged with the RN22e prototype, an extreme take on the performance EV theme. The Ioniq 6 N launch is definitely ha...

 
2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class EV Prototype Spied Inside and Out, Shows Intriguing Details
2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class EV Prototype Spied Inside and Out, Shows Intriguing Details

9 Apr 2024, 09:05 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / The fight in the executive segment is heating up, with Mercedes-Benz preparing to launch the upcoming C-Class at the same time BMW is working on its Neue Klasse-based 3 Series sedan. Judging by the latest C-Class EV prototype spotted around Nü...

 
Tesla Builds World's Largest Supercharger Station in Florida, With 200 Stalls
Tesla Builds World's Largest Supercharger Station in Florida, With 200 Stalls

8 Apr 2024, 16:53 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / The Supercharger network is one of Tesla's biggest assets and an important reason people buy a Tesla EV over other brands. However, after opening up the Supercharger network to other EV brands, people think Tesla owners would face challenges f...

 
Is Tesla's Full Self-Driving Reacting to a Pedestrian's Hand Wave Gestures?
Is Tesla's Full Self-Driving Reacting to a Pedestrian's Hand Wave Gestures?

8 Apr 2024, 14:00 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Tesla Full Self-Driving has made important advancements in the past months, as the FSD V12.3 has been installed on most compatible vehicles in North America. As many people tested the software for the first time, some claimed that it reacts to hand...

 
Homologation Documents Reveal Additional Tesla Model 3 Performance Specifications
Homologation Documents Reveal Additional Tesla Model 3 Performance Specifications

8 Apr 2024, 11:50 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Tesla is preparing to officially announce the Model 3 Performance, with a media event rumored to have occurred last week in Malibu. The most expected variant of the refreshed Model 3 will elevate the electric sedan to new performance heights thanks...

 
Here's the Best View Yet at the Colorful Infotainment Interface of the Rivian R2/R3 EVs
Here's the Best View Yet at the Colorful Infotainment Interface of the Rivian R2/R3 EVs

8 Apr 2024, 09:16 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Rivian is touring the R2 and R3 prototypes at various locations across the country while the company's executives offer welcome insights into the upcoming Rivian models. We saw some of the crossovers' secrets, including its updated infota...

 
Full Self-Driving Looks Cool but Tesla Betting Everything on a Robotaxi Is a Stupid Move
Full Self-Driving Looks Cool but Tesla Betting Everything on a Robotaxi Is a Stupid Move

6 Apr 2024, 23:12 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / A lot of things are happening lately at Tesla, with the Full Self-Driving taking center spot thanks to an apparent breakthrough. The software has become so good that Elon Musk might be tempted to bet Tesla's future on autonomous driving and, s...

 
Elon Musk Denies Tesla Canceled Its $25,000 EV Plans, Calls Reuters Report a Lie
Elon Musk Denies Tesla Canceled Its $25,000 EV Plans, Calls Reuters Report a Lie

5 Apr 2024, 17:29 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Although April 1 has passed a while ago, some people still surprise us with nonsense. Reuters, for instance, claimed it found from credible sources that Tesla scrapped the plans to build an affordable EV on the next-generation EV platform. Elon Mus...

 
Tesla Won't Be Able To Launch FSD in Europe, Despite Major Breakthrough in North America
Tesla Won't Be Able To Launch FSD in Europe, Despite Major Breakthrough in North America

5 Apr 2024, 14:54 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Last year, the European Commission announced fast-tracking the autonomous driving regulations, raising hopes that Tesla FSD would be allowed on European roads in 2024. However, the way the rules have been defined prevents Tesla's software from...

 
Giga India Announcement Imminent As Tesla Starts Building RHD Model Y at Giga Berlin
Giga India Announcement Imminent As Tesla Starts Building RHD Model Y at Giga Berlin

5 Apr 2024, 13:03 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Tesla is expected to launch sales in India in preparation for a more consistent presence there, including setting up a local factory. The first model to ship to India is the Model Y, with the first RHD units starting production at Giga Berlin. G...

 
CATL Launches New EV Battery Cells With Zero Degradation After the First 1,000 Cycles
CATL Launches New EV Battery Cells With Zero Degradation After the First 1,000 Cycles

5 Apr 2024, 10:45 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / CATL recently announced a new type of battery cell that shows no sign of degradation after 1,000 cycles. The cells will be first used by the bus maker Yutong. Thanks to a technique called pre-lithiation, the new CATL battery cells have a very long ...

 
Tesla Acknowledges Demand Slump, Tries To Energize Sales With New Incentives
Tesla Acknowledges Demand Slump, Tries To Energize Sales With New Incentives

4 Apr 2024, 14:35 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Tesla posted disappointing sales in this year's first quarter. The EV maker is already trying to address the drop in demand by offering exceptional incentives. In China, one of the most affected markets, Tesla now provides zero-interest loans ...

 
Rivian R1 VIN Database Update Hints at Upcoming Tri-Motor Variants of the R1T and R1S
Rivian R1 VIN Database Update Hints at Upcoming Tri-Motor Variants of the R1T and R1S

4 Apr 2024, 10:27 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / The end of quad-motor variants of the R1T and R1S might be in sight, considering that Rivian will introduce a tri-motor option for the model year 2025. The two variants will probably coexist for a while. Still, there's no real benefit to havin...

 
Tesla Cybertruck Battery Pack Teardown Reveals Surprising Details
Tesla Cybertruck Battery Pack Teardown Reveals Surprising Details

3 Apr 2024, 17:10 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Industry veteran Sandy Munro and his team continued the Tesla Cybertruck teardown with the battery pack. Cracking open the Cybertruck's structural battery revealed intriguing details. Most importantly, the pack appears to be half-empty, which ...

 
Predictably, the Successor to the Polestar 2 Will Go by a Different Name: Polestar 7
Predictably, the Successor to the Polestar 2 Will Go by a Different Name: Polestar 7

3 Apr 2024, 14:46 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Polestar names its vehicles chronologically, unlike other carmakers that follow a model-specific naming strategy. This is why it makes sense that the successor to the Polestar 2 will bear a different name. According to the company's CEO, Thoma...

 
Dacia Jogger, Sandero and Sandero Stepway Get More Safety Tech for Free in the UK
Dacia Jogger, Sandero and Sandero Stepway Get More Safety Tech for Free in the UK

3 Apr 2024, 12:46 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / Dacia offers a welcome safety boost to Jogger, Sandero and Sandero Stepway customers in the UK with a comprehensive driver assistance package offered at no additional cost. The new safety tech was added to ensure that all three models comply with t...

 
Is This the Famous Upcoming K1 'Super-Porsche' or Something Else Entirely?
Is This the Famous Upcoming K1 'Super-Porsche' or Something Else Entirely?

3 Apr 2024, 10:00 UTC · By: Cristian Agatie / In 2022, CEO Oliver Blume confirmed in an interview that Porsche was working on an SUV larger than the Cayenne. This sounded a lot like the SSP-based electric SUV the brand was supposed to make based on Audi's Artemis Project. Recently snapped...

 

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