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Uber invests $1.25 billion in Rivian to buy up to 50,000 R2 robotaxis

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Today, Uber has announced a $1.25 billion investment in Rivian through 2031. Uber “or its fleet partners” is now expected to purchase 10,000 fully autonomous Rivian R2 robotaxis in the first phase, with the option to add 40,000 more in 2030. Initial commercial robotaxi deployments using the Rivian R2 are now planned for San Francisco and Miami in 2028, then… Read more…

2026 Xiaomi SU7 arrives with LiDAR as a standard feature and upgraded chassis

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Xiaomi announced the Xiaomi SU7 model year 2026 refresh with key notable upgrades to all trims, with the standard SU7 starting at RMB 219,900 ($31,870). The new SU7 gets a performance boost, a new, better-tuned chassis, better suspension and ADAS tech as standard. 2026 Xiaomi SU7 All trims rely on the V6S Plus electric motor. The Standard and Pro trims… Read more…

AUDI E7X officially launches in China

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AUDI – the Chinese brand that uses capital letters instead of the famous four rings – just added the new E7X to its official website and app. This large SUV is the second vehicle from a partnership between Audi and the Chinese company SAIC. The vehicle looks like a futuristic spaceship, but it is designed for families who want a… Read more…

BYD Seal 08 promises 1,000-km range thanks to its Blade 2.0 battery

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The EV market might be getting crowded, but BYD decided to drop another heavy hitter. The Chinese automaker shared details through government filings about its newest flagship sedan, the Seal 08. This car is the absolute top of the line for BYD’s “Ocean” series. According to the latest regulatory documents, this large fastback is ready to hit the streets very… Read more…