While the automotive world eagerly anticipates the official release of Polestar’s new electric vehicle, we now get to learn how much it will cost. Polestar 4, perplexingly, positions itself smack in between the Polestar 2 and the more expensive Polestar 3. The Polestar 4 will carry a starting price tag of nearly €65,000. And while it’s more expensive than the Polestar 2 by about €13,600, it saves you a hefty amount when compared to the starting price of the Polestar 3, which is more than €25,000 pricier than the Polestar 4. For those who fancy the base Long Range Single Motor… More…

At the end of last week CATL unveiled its brand new battery production base situated in Guian New District, located in the picturesque southwest region of China’s Guizhou province. The 0.95 square kilometer facility already has its first phase operational. This first stage, sprawling over about 590,000 square meters, received a hefty investment of around RMB 7 billion (€895 million). It has a production line, with an astounding 95% automation rate. This facility is churning out one cell every second, and it can assemble a full battery pack in a mere 2.5 minutes. The production… More…

China’s bustling electric vehicle market has just been joined by another contender. On October 28, Chery New Energy, the electrified sub-brand of the reputed Chery, unveiled two versions of their two-door Little Ant mini EV, endearingly christened as the “New Edition.” The latest addition to Chery New Energy’s already diverse EV lineup that includes stars like the QQ Ice Cream and the Wujie PRO, the Little Ant New Edition, boasts a price tag that’s sure to catch the eyes: RMB 77,900 to RMB 82,900, or roughly €9,900 to €10,500. So, what sets this new variant apart? It has a vibrant… More…

In the relentless race to win over the electric vehicle market, automakers are constantly seeking to break the mold and present innovative alternatives. Enter VinFast’s latest contender: the VF3 mini crossover. Hailing from Vietnam, and originally designed specifically for that market, VinFast VF3 is no longer staying local. It has set its eyes on a much bigger prize – the American automotive arena. After a somewhat lukewarm launch of its larger SUVs – the VF8 and VF9 – the company is considering adding this tiny EV to its US fleet. The VF3, initially designed with the Vietnamese… More…

The automobile industry has seen its fair share of revolutions, and General Motors seems determined to remain at the forefront of this electric revolution. Despite the current headwinds, GM is all set to unveil the successor to its Chevrolet Bolt EV. At a recent third-quarter earnings call, GM’s CEO, Mary Barra, shed light on the forthcoming Chevrolet Bolt EV. Without diving deep into the specifics, she promised a vehicle that would offer an enhanced driving, charging, and ownership experience. For the uninitiated, this translates to a car that isn’t just about getting from point A to B,… More…

Volkswagen, the automotive titan from Germany, appears to be stuck in a quagmire with its electric vehicle software development. As the world accelerates towards an electric future, VW seems to be stuck in the pits, grappling with software snags and production delays. According to reliable reports, the company has chosen to delay its fresh-out-of-the-oven 1.2 software. This new software was anticipated to make its grand appearance in the forthcoming Porsche Macan EV and Audi Q6 e-tron. But alas, enthusiasts might have to wait another 16-18 weeks. Hold that sigh, there’s more bad news – the… More…

Geely and Baidu have officially unveiled the JiYue 01 in China, signaling a new era in the realm of autonomous electric vehicles. This collaboration has resulted in the creation of the first consumer vehicle equipped with Baidu’s comprehensive Apollo suite of Level 4 autonomous driving solutions. In 2021, Baidu made a strategic shift from merely dabbling in software development to venturing into the physical EV production space. They formed an alliance with the global automotive powerhouse, Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, commonly referred to as Geely. This alliance bore fruit in the form of… More…

Tesla, the pioneer in electric vehicles, has taken a unique route to mark the unveiling of its much-awaited Cybertruck. In an unexpected move, the company has decided to host a lottery system for its shareholders to be a part of the grand Cybertruck delivery event. But, here’s the catch – not every Tom, Dick, or Harry can grab a ticket. You need to be a shareholder. And not just any shareholder, but one who held shares as of September 30th. The Cybertruck, a polarizing marvel of modern automobile engineering, was initially promised to hit the roads by the end of the third quarter. However,… More…

Ford’s third-quarter earnings have unveiled a paradoxical situation. While the auto giant managed to edge out its rival, General Motors, in terms of electric vehicle sales, it found itself grappling with an escalating financial loss in its EV division. The primary culprits? A sluggish demand for EVs and a fierce price war, courtesy of Tesla. In the third quarter, Ford reported sales of 20,962 electric vehicles, a figure that marginally surpassed General Motors. This uptick was largely due to the robust production and sales of the Mustang Mach-E. Specifically, the Mach-E witnessed a… More…

Tesla introduced a new paint shade for its Model S and Model X vehicles: Stealth Grey. While many may argue that it’s just a color, Tesla cars are rather limited in terms of color selection, so it’s a significant improvement. As a premium carmaker, Tesla’s color palette for its vehicles has been notably limited. We are often reminded of the famous statement attributed to Henry Ford regarding the Model T: “You can have it in any color you want so long as it is black.” Quite a stark choice, wasn’t it? Model X in Stealth Grey The reason behind this stringent color choice is… More…

Volkswagen’s ID.3 electric car has been put through its paces by the German ADAC, Europe’s most extensive automobile association. A rigorous endurance test spanning over 100,000 km provides insight into the vehicle’s battery life and degradation, software, and general performance. Impressively, even after covering a distance of over 100,000 km, the battery retains a net capacity of 93%. To put this into perspective, Volkswagen guarantees at least 70% of the original net capacity after eight years or 160,000 km. This finding is significant, considering that to achieve the mileage quickly… More…

Toyota’s newly unveiled FT-Se Concept captured a significant slice of the limelight at the Tokyo Mobility Show. With its sleek design and the promise of a possible electric “manual” transmission, it’s no wonder the car sparks excitement. And things got more exciting now that Hideaki Iida, the brains behind the FT-Se’s design and project manager for Toyota’s GR (Gazoo Racing) Design Group, dropped some hints about the car’s future. During an interview at the show, he divulged that the FT-Se shares its battery pack with the Lexus LF-ZC, a model officially slated for production in 2026. … More…

Ever since its inception, Tesla has been a company of surprises, pushing the envelope with innovative technology and design. Now, there’s excitement in the air, and it’s all about the Model 3 Sport. Modern-day sleuths (read: hackers) are giving us a sneak peek into what might be Tesla’s next thing. A recent software update from Tesla had a little secret hidden within its code. The diligent Tesla hacker known as Green, or @greentheonly for the digitally inclined, stumbled upon some rather intriguing details about a new trim of the Model 3 destined for the US market. digging in some more,… More…

Renault and car part giant Valeo have today unveiled a new electric motor they co-developed, which they’re calling E7A. This is still at the prototype stage and is expected to enter mass production at the end of 2027. The E7A uses no rare earths, and, according to Renault, “is in a class by itself worldwide”, being more powerful and more efficient than current offerings (presumably current offerings from Renault). For the development of the E7A, Renault contributed the rotor, and Valeo the stator. The E7A will be 30% more compact for equivalent power than the current motors in the… More…

Honda unveiled its latest concept models, the Sustaina-C and CI-MEV. The Sustaina-C is a vehicle that promises to blend the desires of the individual (EGO) with the pressing needs of the environment (ECO). While many car manufacturers have embarked on the journey of creating eco-friendly vehicles, Honda’s approach stands out due to its innovative use of recycled materials and its homage to classic designs. At the heart of the Sustaina-C’s design is the use of acrylic resin. This material, known for its excellent weather resistance, surface smoothness, and coloring properties, has been… More…

Amidst the electric revolution, Infiniti has thrown its hat into the ring with grandeur, after sitting on the sidelines for quite a while. The luxury vehicle division of Nissan announced its Vision Qe concept that will serve as base for its first EV. Infiniti Vision Qe The all-electric fastback sedan features a sleek, low-profile design, adorned with eye-catching “digital piano key” lighting and some enormous wheels. Alongside this seductive sedan, Infiniti teased an all-electric SUV, the Vision QXe concept. Unfortunately all we got from it is this picture where it’s the one in the… More…

Three new Chinese models went through the rigorous testing process of NCAP’s European branch – the BYD Seal, BYD Dolphin and XPeng P7. All three received the maximum five-star rating, showing that Chinese manufacturers take safety just as seriously as their European competitors. Euro NCAP’s scores The latest Euro NCAP testing system takes into account the ever-changing automotive landscape in Europe. One of the required safety systems is CPD, which stands for child protection detection. This is a system that warns if there’s a child left inside the car and it’s particularly… More…

Electric vehicles are all the rage, but for many potential owners, the inconvenience of frequent and long charging sessions looms large. Nio, China’s prominent EV company, takes a different approach with its expanding network of battery swap stations. It’s not about plugging in anymore, it’s about swapping out. Nio just reached a significant milestone, inaugurating its 2,000th battery swap station in China. Located at the Baoji West service area on the G30 Lianyungang-Khorgos highway. With this achievement, Nio inches closer to its ambitious target of establishing 2,300 swap… More…

Toyota’s Gazoo Racing division unveiled the FT-Se concept car at the Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo. And if this is what the future electric Toyota MR2 is going to look like – sign us up! The GR sub-brand’s first electric sports car concept promises a driving sensation that, according to Toyota’s top man, Koji Sato, stands apart from anything else out there. The production version will be “small, low, light, and fun”, he adds. This isn’t the first time we’ve heard murmurs of such a concept. In late 2021, there was a reveal of an unnamed Toyota MR2-sized concept which seems to be the… More…

Back in April of last year, Honda and GM announced plans to develop a series of affordable EVs by 2027, which would use a new architecture based on GM’s Ultium batteries. They spoke about putting together production capacity for millions of such vehicles even. Today, Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe revealed that the entire aforementioned plan has been canceled. “After studying this for a year, we decided that this would be difficult as a business, so at the moment we are ending development of an affordable EV. GM and Honda will search for a solution separately. This project itself has been… More…