The American electric vehicle market is ready to get a whole lot more exciting with the arrival of Volkswagen’s performance-driven Cupra brand. By the end of the decade, this European favorite plans to conquer American roads with a selection of powerful all-electric vehicles. Originally known as the high-performance division of the Seat brand under the Volkswagen umbrella, Cupra broke out… Read more…

The Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 SUV got official in April of last year for the US market, and starting today it’s finally available to order from the brand’s sales partners in Germany “and other European markets”. The EQS 680 SUV sets “a new benchmark in electric mobility”, Mercedes says, with its “unmistakable” and “elegant design” featuring the Maybach emblem and the… Read more…

As expеcted today BMW showcased its Neue Klasse X – previewing the future Sports Activity Vehicle to succeed the iX3. BMW says the Neue Klasse has four main points – electric, digital, circular, and the driving pleasure people attribute to BMW cars. The design is a big part of the Neue Klasse X as expected from a concept meant to… Read more…

Following a teaser a few days ago, today Volkswagen has made the ID. Buzz GTX official. If the other GTXs are hot hatches, is this a hot van? We’ll let you decide. The GTX is impressive for a van, packing two electric motors that deliver a total of 250kW / 340 PS / 335 hp to make this the “most… Read more…

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has adjusted its rules on electric vehicle adoption. Following industry pressure and assessment of the current state of EV readiness, the EPA has relaxed its initial aggressive push for a swift transition. The updated emissions standards still target significant reductions, but they offer automakers more time and flexibility to reach that goal. The initial EPA… Read more…

The raging debate over whether touchscreens are a blessing or a curse for modern cars may finally be reaching a truce – thanks to Xiaomi. The Chinese tech giant’s upcoming electric sedan, the Xiaomi SU7, offers a unique and innovative way for drivers to personalize their in-car experience. While some drivers have become fans of sleek and fully screen-based dashboards,… Read more…

Ferrari is on track to launch its first EV in the last quarter of next year, and to prepare for that it will open a new production site in Maranello, Italy, in June, where it will manufacture electric motors, battery packs, and power inverters. The company’s CEO, Benedetto Vigna, told CNBC that people shouldn’t be afraid of its first EV… Read more…

In North America, practically all of Tesla’s competitors have agreed to install the Tesla-developed NACS connector in their future cars in exchange for access to Tesla’s Supercharger network, and said access is already available for Ford and Rivian. Polestar has signed up for the North American Supercharger access scheme too, but today it’s announcing that it’s also gained access to… Read more…

Competition in the electric vehicle market is heating up, and Ford isn’t taking any chances. Recognizing the potential threat posed by lower-priced models from Chinese manufacturers, the American auto giant has reportedly shifted its focus towards developing a $25,000 EV. This strategic move means delaying plans for a larger, three-row electric SUV. Ford’s pivot comes at a time when Chinese… Read more…

Italy’s beloved Lancia Ypsilon is back and looking better than ever. And it’s now available for purchase in both its all-electric and a mild-hybrid (MHEV) versions. The initial batch is the Lancia Ypsilon Edizione Limitata Cassina is a collaboration between Lancia and Cassina, an Italian furniture design brand. The all-electric Lancia Ypsilon boasts a range of up to 403 km… Read more…

BMW will give us all the details about its Neue Klasse X concept tomorrow – March 21 – but today we have our best look yet at the crossover. BMW’s ‘New Class’ will span 6 EVs across different classes – an iX3-sized SUV, an i3 expected in both sedan and wagon and more, all with aggressive styling that reminds us… Read more…

Spacious, stylish, and packed with advanced technology – that’s how we can sum up Peugeot’s latest addition to its fast-growing EV portfolio. The all-new Peugeot e-5008 promises to redefine the electric SUV segment – yes, it’s a promise we’ve heard many times before. The new electric SUV is designed for those who demand exceptional performance, class-leading efficiency, and plenty of… Read more…

Brands focused on affordability, or even mere models with the same mantra, have traditionally been “youth-oriented” in China for whatever reason, at least in the mobile world, and apparently it’s the same with cars. Today XPeng has announced its intention to create a new car brand which aims to offer “the first AI-driven smart cars for young people”, with models… Read more…

Today Nvidia proudly announced that its Drive Thor centralized car computer has been adopted by BYD, XPeng, and GAC’s Hyper brand, joining Li Auto and Zeekr which have previously announced that they would be using it for future models. According to Nvidia, Drive Thor is “an in-vehicle computing platform architected for generative AI applications”, which can deliver “safe and secure… Read more…

Xiaomi officially announced its SU7 all-electric sedan in December last year, and it’s set to go on sale on March 28. Ahead of that Xiaomi decided to officially announce that it now has a fully functioning factory, where its first EV will be built. In a Weibo post, Xiaomi’s CEO Lei Jun said that the board meeting was held at… Read more…

Bentley’s first EV has been delayed. Originally planned to arrive next year, it will now only be announced in 2026, with deliveries starting no sooner than 2027. The delay has to do with software issues – the same ones that delayed the Porsche Macan EV and Audi Q6 e-tron, which have both since been unveiled. The Bentley EV in question… Read more…

The automotive world is in the midst of an electric revolution, and Audi finally has a powerful new weapon: the Premium Platform Electric, or PPE. Developed alongside Porsche, this is a ground-up reimagining of the electric vehicle, designed to maximize performance and practicality. The heart of the PPE platform is an advanced 800-volt architecture, known for its efficiency that in… Read more…

The automotive world is on the cusp of a revolution, and it’s not just about ditching gas for electric powertrains. We are heading towards a future where cars are more than just modes of transportation – they’re extensions of our digital lives. A landmark partnership between MediaTek and Nvidia promises to usher in an era of cars with unprecedented levels… Read more…

As all of its competitors eventually did, Rivian announced back in June of last year that it made a deal with Tesla to adopt the NACS charging port for its future cars sold in North America, and – also like all of its competitors in the US – that meant Rivian owners would get access to Tesla’s 15,000-strong Supercharger network… Read more…

Fisker hasn’t been having a great time in recent weeks, and now things have gotten even worse. Fisker has just notified the SEC that it’s halting production of its Ocean EV for six weeks starting immediately. This is done in order to “align inventory levels and progress strategic and financing initiatives”. Fisker made zero cars in January, and about 1,000… Read more…