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Tesla stretches the Model Y, adds third row in hope to revive sales in China

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Tesla is preparing to launch a new, larger version of its best-selling Model Y in China this fall. The new vehicle, called the Model Y L, will feature a longer body and a six-seat configuration, in the hope of revitalizing slowing sales in the world’s largest EV market. The American EV manufacturer confirmed the upcoming launch on the Chinese social… Read more…

Tesla stretches the Model Y, adds third row in hope to revive sales in China

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Tesla is preparing to launch a new, larger version of its best-selling Model Y in China this fall. The new vehicle, called the Model Y L, will feature a longer body and a six-seat configuration, in the hope of revitalizing slowing sales in the world’s largest EV market. The American EV manufacturer confirmed the upcoming launch on the Chinese social… Read more…

Zeekr’s public life cut short as parent company Geely takes it private

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In the fast-paced world of electric cars, business moves also sometimes happen at lightning speed. For the premium electric vehicle brand Zeekr, the time in the public market spotlight proved remarkably short. Zeekr only just had its IPO on the New York Stock Exchange in 2024. Now, in a rapid U-turn, its parent company, the Chinese automotive giant Geely, is… Read more…

Volkswagen ID.3 battery shows impressive health after 160,000 km in ADAC test

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One of the biggest questions hovering over electric cars is the long-term health of their batteries. Will an expensive EV hold its value, or will its battery degrade quickly, leaving owners with a big replacement bill? A recent long-term test by Germany’s largest automobile club, ADAC, provides a reassuring answer, at least for one popular model: the Volkswagen ID.3. After… Read more…

Mercedes unveils CLA Shooting Brake, an electric wagon with nearly 500 miles of range

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Until recently car buyers looking for a stylish wagon and those wanting an electric car had to choose one or the other. Mercedes-Benz has decided to change that. The German automaker officially revealed its first-ever all-electric wagon, the CLA Shooting Brake, blending a sleek design with the practicality families and adventurers demand from their electric cars. At the heart of… Read more…

Skoda transforms its Enyaq electric SUV into a commercial van

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Few would have predicted a popular family SUV trading its passenger seats for a dedicated cargo bay. Yet, that is precisely what has happened in the United Kingdom. Skoda has taken its award-winning Enyaq electric SUV and, with the help of a specialist firm, has created the Enyaq Cargo, a two-seater commercial vehicle designed for the modern mobile workforce. The… Read more…

Audi Q6 Sportback E-Tron finally arrives in the US

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Audi is expanding its lineup of electric cars with the official US launch of the 2025 Audi Q6 Sportback E-Tron. Positioned as the fashion-forward sibling to the more traditional Q6 E-Tron SUV, the Sportback model looks to buyers who prefer a sleek, coupe-like design. This new entry into the world of premium EVs comes exclusively with a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive configuration… Read more…

XPeng launches its fast-charging G6 and G9 models in Europe

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Chinese automaker XPeng is making a big push into the competitive European electric vehicle market, officially launching its 2025 G6 and G9 SUVs. Unveiled at the prestigious 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed, these new electric cars bring some serious technological firepower, particularly impressing with their charging speed. Pre-orders for the new models kicked off on July 11 across eight key… Read more…

Grok AI arrives in Tesla cars, but can’t do much yet

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Tesla has begun rolling out its latest software update, 2025.26, bringing the much-discussed Grok artificial intelligence to its electric cars. However, drivers wanting to chat with their vehicle’s new brain will find its capabilities are limited for now. The new Grok (Beta) feature is being presented as a major step forward, but its current function is more like a built-in… Read more…

Huawei and BAIC enter a new niche with the Stelato S9T electric wagon

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Technology giant Huawei and legacy automaker BAIC Group have pulled the wraps off their latest creation, the Stelato S9T. Official images released this week reveal a sleek station wagon, pointing to a confident move into a market segment that is just beginning to find its footing in China. The new model, part of the Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA), will… Read more…

Lucid Air Grand Touring review

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Lucid entered the world of EVs with a bang by introducing a powerful sedan called the Air with great styling and luxurious interior. It enjoys tremendous interest from the public and excellent reviews from customers and media alike. However, the high price tag and limited availability so far prevent the Lucid Air from matching the popularity of the Tesla Model… Read more…

MG unveils high-tech IM5 sedan and IM6 SUV

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MG, a brand recently known for budget-friendly electric vehicles, is making a big pivot into the premium market. At the Goodwood Festival of Speed, the company unveiled two new models under a new high-tech banner, the MG IM5 saloon and MG IM6 SUV, challenging established giants in the electric car space. The IM Motors (Intelligence In Motion) brand, owned by… Read more…

Xiaomi’s reaches 300,000 electric car deliveries in just 15 months

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Xiaomi has literally stormed into the world of electric cars. The company’s automotive division, Xiaomi Auto, announced it had delivered its 300,000th vehicle in China. This is an important achievement, but not just for the number. The speed at which it was accomplished – just 15 months after its first car hit the market – puts the entire auto industry… Read more…