
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is an unmistakable icon on and off the road. Its boxy, military-derived shape is a symbol of rugged capability and unapologetic luxury. But now, the German automaker is officially preparing to bring that legendary formula to a smaller package. After years of rumors, top executives have confirmed that a “Mini G-Class” is in development, and it’s bringing… Read more…
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Huawei’s Aito electric cars debut in Europe

At the IAA Mobility 2025 show in Munich, Huawei unveiled three electric SUVs from its Aito brand. The models on display – the M5, M8, and M9 – offer advanced technology, flexible powertrains, and competitive pricing that could shake things up on the busy European EV market. The Aito brand is the product of a collaboration between Huawei and Seres,… Read more…
Mercedes will install new chargers delivering up to 600kW per vehicle

Next year, Mercedes will start installing a new type of EV charger at select locations across its charging network in the US and Europe. This is the Alpitronic HYC1000 and it will be able to deliver up to 600kW per vehicle at 800V. Mercedes says the development of this charger was inspired by the one-megawatt charging performance set by the… Read more…
Tesla’s US market share drops to an 8-year low

For the last decade or so, buying an electric car in the United States often meant buying a Tesla. The company, led by Elon Musk, was the undisputed king, at one point accounting for more than 80% of all electric vehicle sales. But that kingdom is shrinking. New data reveals that Tesla’s dominance is facing its biggest challenge yet, with… Read more…
Mercedes EQS with solid-state battery goes 1,205 km on a single charge

A Mercedes EQS equipped with a solid-state battery has managed to go from Stuttgart, Germany all the way up to Malmo in Sweden, a distance of 1,205 km, on one charge – and the remaining range was 137 km when it arrived. This journey was part of Mercedes’ real-world testing phase of the lithium-metal solid-state battery technology, developed together with… Read more…
Hyundai Concept Three arrives to preview the Ioniq 3

At Germany’s Munich Motor Show, Hyundai unveiled the Concept Three, a sleek and futuristic hatchback that is a clear preview of the upcoming Ioniq 3. This new entry into Hyundai’s growing family of electric cars has its sights set on one of Europe’s most iconic nameplates: the Volkswagen Golf, which is also preparing for an all-electric future. Concept Three, which… Read more…
Polestar 5 arrives with up to 872 horsepower and no rear window

After what felt like an eternity since the Polestar Precept concept debuted over five years ago, the production version is finally here. Unveiled at the Munich Motor Show, the Polestar 5 is the Swedish brand’s direct assault on the high-performance electric car market, with the Porsche Taycan right in its sights. Billed as a four-door performance grand tourer, the new… Read more…
Skoda Vision O is the electric Octavia wagon of the future

Today’s automotive world is filled with high-riding SUVs, and the humble station wagon has been pretty much forgotten. Automakers across the globe have shifted their focus to crossovers and sport utility vehicles, leaving wagon fans with only a few options. Or have they? Skoda just revealed its Vision O concept at the Munich Auto Show, and it’s a bold statement… Read more…
Rimac wants to power your next EV

When you hear the name Rimac, your mind probably jumps to multi-million-dollar electric hypercars like the Nevera, a machine that literally redefines the very meaning of fast. The Croatian company has been the poster child for extreme EV performance for years. But at the IAA Mobility show in Munich, Rimac made it clear that its ambitions go far beyond building… Read more…
Stellantis and Leapmotor unveil the B05 EV, a new challenger to Europe’s electric hatchbacks

Chinese automaker Leapmotor, with major backing from industry giant Stellantis, has pulled the covers off its new B05 electric hatchback. Unveiled at the IAA Mobility Show in Munich, the sleek EV will compete directly with popular models like the Volkswagen ID.3 and the MG4. Making its debut in a striking yellow paint job, the Leapmotor B05 presents a modern and… Read more…
Skoda Epiq wants to be the affordable electric SUV for everyone

The story around electric cars has been one of compromise since the first EV launched. You could either have a long range, or you could have an affordable price, but both? That was impossible. But automakers have been slowly closing that gap, and Skoda, Volkswagen’s practical Czech brand, just unveiled the Epiq, a small electric SUV that promises a usable… Read more…
Mercedes-AMG unveils 1 MW fast charging solution

When it comes to electric cars, range is super important, but it’s the charging speed that actually makes a huge difference on longer trips. Many EV owners search for the elusive 350 kW charger, but Mercedes-AMG has been quietly working on a different scale altogether. The company announced that its Concept AMG GT XX achieved a charging speed of over… Read more…
Mercedes-Benz unveils electric GLC

The Mercedes-Benz GLC has recently been the company’s most popular vehicle worldwide. Now, the German automaker delivered an all-electric version of its champion SUV. Scheduled to arrive in the first half of 2026, the new Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology is not just the old model with a battery pack – it’s a completely new vehicle built from the ground… Read more…
Renault 5 E-Tech review

The Renault 5 was an urban lifestyle icon from the 1970s and 80s and many have fond memories of it to this day. Its Turbo variants became a rally icon and the regular models mobilized the masses thanks to their simplicity and reliability. The Renault 5 achieved legendary status over its two generations and 25-year production run. Table of Contents:… Read more…
Volkswagen reveals ID. CROSS Concept as a preview of an electric SUV for everyone

Volkswagen’s electric future looks compact, green, and surprisingly practical. The latest creation to emerge from the German automaker is the ID. CROSS Concept, a small electric SUV that’s a clear preview of a production model arriving in the summer of 2026, joining a family of new, smaller electric cars from the brand. The ID. CROSS is part of a larger… Read more…
China moves to ban hidden car door handles over safety fears

The sleek, flush door handles have quickly become a signature feature on many new electric cars. They are a symbol of futuristic design. They promise better aerodynamics and a clean look, but regulators in China want to bring this design trend to an end, blaming a growing list of safety failures and functional issues that far outweigh their benefits. This… Read more…
The new BMW iX3 gets L2+ autonomous driving powered by Qualcomm

The fresh design and electric powertrain of the all-new BMW iX3 are big news, but a really important story is tucked away under the sheet metal. The new iX3 is the debut vehicle for a brand-new automated driving system born from a three-year collaboration between BMW and the chip-making giant Qualcomm. Both companies claim that this new tech could fundamentally… Read more…
Mercedes GLC EV gets a single screen that stretches across the entire dashboard

Mercedes-Benz pulled back the curtain on the interior of its electric GLC with a stunning, and slightly intimidating, screen that redefines the driver’s environment. Mercedes has revealed that its new electric GLC will feature a next-generation MBUX Hyperscreen. While the name might sound familiar to fans of the brand’s other EVs, this one comes with a big update. Previous Hyperscreens,… Read more…
Tesla will open an R&D center in Berlin, Germany

Tesla is going to open a “European development center” in Berlin, Germany, next year. Up to 250 engineers and technicians will work there on development of new models, batteries, and charging infrastructure. The move was announced by Lars Moravy, Tesla’s Vice President and Chief Developer, at a press conference. The exact location of the future R&D center hasn’t been revealed… Read more…
Porsche and Audi EVs in the US gain access to Tesla Supercharger network

Following a lot of other brands, today both Porsche and Audi have announced that their EVs in the US are finally gaining access to Tesla’s Supercharger network, comprising over 23,500 chargers across North America. This will occur on September 9 for Porsche EVs and “in September” for “most model year 2025 new e-tron model purchases”, Audi says. Of course, you… Read more…

