The Genesis Electrified GV70, the best-selling Genesis model in North America, is getting a significant update for the 2026 model year. The luxury electric SUV comes with a fresher look, new features, and a refined interior. One of the easier-to-spot changes is the redesigned front end, featuring a new G-Matrix Grille and the charging port conveniently located within the grille.… Read more…
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Xiaomi SU7 Ultra battery capacity and range revealed
The upcoming Xiaomi SU7 Ultra has been certified for sale in China by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), and this has revealed both its battery capacity and its CLTC range numbers. So let’s dig in. The supercar has a 93.7 kWh battery supplied by CATL, and a range of up to 630 km in the CLTC cycle,… Read more…
First electric motors for BMW Neue Klasse test vehicles are ready
BMW Group Plant Steyr has begun producing and shipping its sixth-generation electric motors. This significant milestone in its electrification strategy has been reached in just ten months – from development through a new production line installation to the finished product. The first batch of electric motors has already been delivered to BMW Group Plant Debrecen in Hungary, where they will… Read more…
DongFeng Forthing S7 interior, design and features review
What is it? The DongFeng Forthing S7 is a shooting brake sedan, with design that looks rather premium, but a price that sits in the mid-range. It’s the company’s most aerodynamically efficient EV yet and it’s officially available in some European countries. DongFeng Forthing S7 As of now, the Forthing S7 is available in only one configuration with a 56.8… Read more…
China’s grip on the global EV market tightens
China’s electric vehicle market impressive growth shows no signs of slowing down. It captured an impressive 76% of the global market share in October. And all that despite trade tensions and tariffs imposed by Western countries, proving that Chinese EV industry is as resilient as ever. According to the China Passenger Car Association, a remarkable 14.1 million Chinese EVs were… Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck production stops for three days
Tons of hype over five years, millions of refundable reservations, and a very polarizing look. That’s the Tesla Cybertruck in a few words. And while looks are subjective, the waning demand for it seems to be quite objective. Case in point: workers on the Cybertruck assembly line in Austin have been given three days off this week: Tuesday, Wednesday, and… Read more…
Stellantis and Samsung secure $7.54 billion EV battery plant loan
The US government is throwing its weight behind the electric vehicle revolution, granting a hefty €6.80 billion loan to StarPlus Energy LLC, a joint venture between Stellantis and Samsung SDI. This massive investment will fuel the construction of two lithium-ion battery plants in Kokomo, Indiana. The new factories will create an estimated 2,800 new positions at the plants themselves and… Read more…
Toyota bZ3C promises impressive 630-km range
Toyota is upping its game with the new bZ3C SUV. Launching in early 2025, this midsize electric SUV has a projected range of up to 630 km. The bZ3C was first unveiled at the Beijing Auto Show. It measures 4780 mm in length, 1866 mm in width, and 1510 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2880 mm. Toyota will… Read more…
BYD breaks another sales record in November, reaches full year goal ahead of time
BYD is having a great time in the EV market, and November was another record-breaking month for the Chinese maker in terms of sales. It managed to sell 504,003 passenger vehicles last month, up 67.2% from November 2023 and up 0.7% from this October. So in November it’s sold more than in any other month. November is also only the… Read more…
Ford’s best-selling crossover goes electric – meet Puma Gen-E
Ford is expanding its electric vehicle lineup with the introduction of the all-electric Puma Gen-E. This new model brings zero-emission driving to Ford’s best-selling car in Europe, offering customers an interesting option in the compact crossover segment. The Puma Gen-E keeps the sporty design, but is powered by a 43 kWh battery that offers a range of up to 376… Read more…
Huawei-powered Avatr 11 gets a refresh with new EREV and BEV variants
Chinese automaker Avatr Technology, backed by Changan Automobile, CATL, and Huawei, has refreshed its Avatr 11 model with the addition of extended-range (EREV) variants. This is Avatr’s second model, following the Avatr 07, to offer both BEV and EREV options. Originally launched in August 2022 as a BEV-only model, the Avatr 11 was the first premium vehicle in China to… Read more…
Jaguar’s unveils Type 00 electric concept car
After a somewhat controversial rebranding campaign and the unexpected cancellation of a nearly production-ready vehicle, British automaker Janguar unveiled a new concept car that reveals its vision for the electric future. Dubbed the Type 00, this futuristic EV is making its debut at Miami Art Week. The Type 00 is a radical departure from Jaguar’s current design language. The front… Read more…
Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares resigns
The Stellantis board announces that it has accepted the resignation of Carlos Tavares as CEO of the company which includes brands like Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS Automobiles, FIAT, Jeep, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, and Vauxhall. A new CEO will be appointed in the first half of next year. The process of appointment is managed by a… Read more…
Volkswagen workers strike over looming pay cuts and factory closures
Volkswagen workers across nine German plants are standing up to the company. The strikes started today, December 2, and are a direct response to VW’s proposed 10% wage cut and the threat of factory closures. The trouble comes at a time when the automotive industry is grappling with shifting market dynamics, and the rise of cheaper competition from China. The… Read more…
DS reveals the name and interior of its next flagship EV, take a look
DS started teasing its next EV earlier this month, and now it’s finally revealing the name and also giving us a peek inside. The next DS EV will be called N°8. In case you didn’t know, “N°” is French for “No.”, so this is the DS Numéro 8, or in English the DS No.8. In the image below you can… Read more…
Mercedes will reportedly use Momenta’s autonomous driving software
According to inside sources, Mercedes is planning to launch four new models between 2025 and 2027, running Momenta’s smart autonomous driving software. This is a Chinese startup in which the company invested in 2017, but the two parties have never announced a partnership. The report seems entirely plausible, given Mercedes’ weakened market position in China. German automakers have been struggling… Read more…
Tesla’s Holiday Update delivers a sleigh full of features
Tesla has just released its highly anticipated 2024 Holiday Update, and it’s brimming with new features. Looking at the list of things that got spruced up, this is far more than just a usual stocking stuffer. It’s a whole sleigh full of upgrades. From safety enhancements to entertainment options and some long-awaited additions, Tesla is giving owners plenty to be… Read more…
Mini Countryman SE ALL4 real life range test
Mini created an instant hit by introducing the Countryman back in 2010. The small crossover/SUV mix quickly captured the hearts of Mini purists, but also attracted crowrds of new customers. For two generations it generated the majority of Mini sales and naturally the third one comes even bigger and with more engine options. For the first time the Mini Countryman… Read more…
New Range Rover Electric images emerge as it gets tested in the Arabian desert
The Range Rover has always been synonymous with luxury and off-road capability. Now, the iconic SUV is going electric, and it’s proving its mettle in one of the most challenging environments on Earth: the Arabian desert. Prototypes of the Range Rover Electric are currently undergoing rigorous testing in the United Arab Emirates. The temperatures in the desert can soar above… Read more…
2025 Fiat 600e interior, design and features review
What is it? The Fiat 600e is a compact family car on a budget, sitting on Stellantis’ e-CMP platform. It’s a crossover of sorts and comes in just one version with 51 kWh usable battery capacity. Fiat 600e There are just two trim levels: RED and La Prima. The La Prima offers a few extra features and different styling for… Read more…