Skoda officially started production of its new Epiq model at the Volkswagen Navarra factory in Pamplona, Spain, introducing the cheapest battery-powered vehicle in the Czech manufacturer’s lineup. The small SUV becomes an entry point for drivers who want to switch from ICE-powered vehicles to electric cars without spending a small fortune. Historically, the company manufactured almost all of its vehicles… Read more…

The Norwegian Automobile Federation (NAF) conducts two real-world EV range tests each year – one in the summer and one in the winter. The summer test just concluded, and the results are quite fascinating. The top performer turned out to be the BMW iX3 with a real-world range test of 781 km, and impressively it’s 11 km more than the… Read more…

Last year at the Le Mans 24-hour race, Peugeot presented its E-208 GTi concept, the hot hatch for the electric generation. Now, almost one year later, the brand is finally almost ready to introduce the full production version. It will be unveiled on Friday, June 12, at 1 PM Central European Time, at Le Mans. Peugeot promises that the production… Read more…

Chinese vehicle manufacturer BYD is almost ready to launch its first D-class flagship sedan under its popular Dynasty series. Lu Tian, the general manager of the sales division for the Dynasty lineup, published the first official images of the new premium vehicle. Internally known as the Great Han, or Han 9, this model is the company’s latest push to win… Read more…

The timeline for the next-generation Tesla Roadster keeps stretching further and further into the future. A fresh report indicates that the American electric vehicle manufacturer shifted its planned public demonstration from the spring to August or even later. The decision is yet another adjustment to a schedule that has repeatedly changed since the company first displayed the vehicle concept nearly… Read more…

The line between software companies and traditional automakers continues to blur. At the CVPR 2026 conference in Denver, Chinese company XPeng showed that it views itself more as an artificial intelligence company than a standard manufacturer of EVs. Dr. Xianming Liu, the head of XPeng’s General Intelligence Center, revealed that the brand spends roughly 300 million RMB, which equals about… Read more…

The Cadillac Lyriq was announced about four years ago and is now getting yet another refresh. The GM keeps it simple, though, and steers away from major changes. The pricing reflects that, as the newer Cadillac is negligibly more expensive and now starts at $61,695, which is $200 more than before. Perhaps more importantly, GM swapped out the CCS connector… Read more…

Fiat wants to grab a bigger slice of the family car market with two new entries. The Italian brand shared the first official images and details of its upcoming compact models, the Fiat Grizzly and the Fiat Grizzly Fastback. Scheduled to hit global dealerships in the second half of 2026, the new vehicles take over the top spot in the… Read more…

Skoda wants the global automotive world to look closely at its electric future, even though nobody can see the actual physical vehicle just yet. The Czech automaker shared official exterior design drawings of its upcoming flagship model, a large family cruiser named Peaq. This fresh seven-seater EV will celebrate its official global premiere on June 23 at a dedicated media… Read more…

Winter driving in Canada requires a reliable heating system. Unfortunately, many owners of Tesla electric cars in Quebec claim their vehicles left them freezing in sub-zero temperatures. A new class action lawsuit request targets the American automaker over widespread heat pump failures. The legal action could cost the company up to €341 million in damages, and it adds to a… Read more…

The global EV market is in a constant state of flux as international brands adjust their strategies. Chinese automotive giant BYD is taking a big step by introducing a brand-new model called the Dolphin G, but unlike previous vehicles that the company simply modified for export, this new hatchback is the first time the manufacturer built a car from the… Read more…

At the Martorell factory in Spain, the first production models of the Volkswagen ID. Polo and the Cupra Raval have officially rolled off the assembly line. The arrival of the Electric Urban Car Family, an initiative by the Volkswagen Group designed to deliver smaller electric cars to a broader global audience, is an important milestone for the company. By using… Read more…

Tesla faces new criticism after changing the digital paperwork for its premium driver-assist software. Multiple owners of Tesla’s electric cars report that the company altered or blocked access to original sales contracts. These documents date back several years, a time when the automaker promised its vehicles would eventually drive themselves without human input. The issue involves the software package long… Read more…

The global race to build better batteries for electric cars has a new target. Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited, known as CATL, announced a major change in its long-term research plans. The Chinese battery manufacturer is now focusing on lithium-air technology with a theoretical maximum energy density that matches the energy density of gasoline. The announcement came from Wu Kai,… Read more…

Chinese EV manufacturer XPeng officially started deliveries of its P7+ liftback model in France. The company chose its flagship showroom in Paris to mark the occasion, where XPeng Vice Chairman and President Brian Gu personally handed over the keys to the country’s first retail customer. Expanding into France is a strategic step for the brand. To bypass complex import dynamics,… Read more…

EV manufacturers across the globe are constantly looking to decrease the weight of electric vehicles without sacrificing safety. This is crucial for improving the range and speed of modern EVs, so BYD came up with a new aluminum cast that is lighter and tougher compared to similar steel frames. The new aluminum frame underpins the Yangwang U8L full-sized SUV, and… Read more…

Despite many efforts from the fossil fuel industry, the global automotive market continues to shift toward electric cars, and China is the unquestionable engine driving this change. The latest sales data from May 2026 revealed that Chinese EV makers had a huge month. Some legacy giants are struggling to keep their momentum, but younger startups are capturing a big portion… Read more…

The luxury car market cannot make up its mind about battery power. Some brands move away entirely, some try to find a middle ground, but British automaker Rolls-Royce is pushing on and updating its flagship electric coupe. The company introduced the Spectre Series II, bringing a mix of mechanical upgrades and new design choices to its landmark electric car. First… Read more…

The global auto market is forcing even the largest automakers to hit the brakes and rethink their billion-dollar EV investments. In a major shift, Toyota Motor Corporation confirmed it has canceled plans for a next-generation battery-powered luxury sedan under its Lexus brand. The vehicle, which was designed to challenge premium rivals like the new BMW i3 sedan, will no longer… Read more…

Automakers continue to argue over how drivers should interact with their dashboard screens. Many car buyers expect to see smartphone screen-mirroring platforms like Apple CarPlay or Android Auto when they step inside a new vehicle. A small number of manufacturers of electric cars are choosing a completely different direction. Companies like Tesla, General Motors, and Rivian are deliberately leaving these… Read more…