Xiaomi has officially unveiled the YU7’s key specifications and features, announcing a full market launch in July. Industry watchers from Wang Bin’s team at Deutsche Bank, anticipate that the first customer deliveries will start as early as July. The bank projects that Xiaomi could deliver 100,000 units of the YU7 electric SUV in the full year of 2025. This is… Read more…

VW Group was dominant on the European EV market in April. Per Dataforce’s report, VW Group secured the top four spots, spearheaded by the Skoda Elroq. In total, Skoda sold some 8,070 Elroqs in the month of April, followed by the VW ID.3 with 6,937, the ID7 with 6,783, and the ID.4 with 6,300. The solid sales figures could be… Read more…

Dodge has already embraced electric power with the new Charger Daytona, but now it’s also adding a four-door sedan to the lineup for the 2026 model year. This isn’t something we could have imagined a couple of years back – a Charger sedan that plugs into the wall. While this might sound like a muscle car gone sensible, Dodge promises… Read more…

Elon Musk has made it clear he isn’t planning on vacating the driver’s seat at Tesla anytime soon. In fact, he suggested that the only way he foresees leaving his post as CEO within the next five years is if he, to put it plainly, “dies.” This rather stark declaration comes amidst a backdrop of shareholder unease regarding his various… Read more…

Following the launch of the SU7 sedan, Xiaomi has now officially unveiled its second EV, the YU7. It is a mid-to-large size electric SUV that appears ready to challenge established players, especially Tesla’s popular Model Y. The YU7 cuts an imposing figure, measuring 4,999 mm long, 1,996 mm wide, and 1,608 mm tall, with a generous 3,000 mm wheelbase. These… Read more…

Following the launch of the SU7 sedan, Xiaomi has now officially unveiled its second EV, the YU7. It is a mid-to-large size electric SUV that appears ready to challenge established players, especially Tesla’s popular Model Y. The YU7 cuts an imposing figure, measuring 4,999 mm long, 1,996 mm wide, and 1,608 mm tall, with a generous 3,000 mm wheelbase. These… Read more…

Google is about to roll out big updates for Android Auto, promising to change how you interact with your car’s infotainment screen. Soon, browsing the web and watching videos could be as common as listening to music or navigating, at least when your car is safely parked. For years, Google has been careful about what apps can appear on your… Read more…

A new small electric car has just landed in Europe, and it comes with a rather attractive price tag. Chinese automaker BYD has officially launched its popular compact EV, the Seagull, in 15 European countries. For its European debut, this little electric runabout has been given a new name: the Dolphin Surf. Back in China, where the Dolphin Surf is… Read more…

Porsche is finding that the road to an all-electric future is paved with more than a few bumps. The highly anticipated battery-powered versions of its popular 718 Boxster and Cayman models have hit another snag. We were supposed to see them in 2026, but Porsche has now indicated that these electric sports cars won’t arrive until at least 2027 -… Read more…

It’s a common grumble among car owners: the technology in their dashboards often feels years behind their super-slick smartphones. While your phone gets clever new tricks every few months, your car’s system can feel stuck in the digital dark ages. Swedish carmaker Volvo, however, is looking to flip that script, buddying up even closer with the tech giant Google to… Read more…

The hotly anticipated Tesla Robotaxi service is apparently about to hit the streets, with company CEO Elon Musk confirming a launch in Austin, Texas, by the end of June. However, those expecting a sudden flood of driverless electric cars, zipping around the Texas capital, might want to temper their expectations. The initial deployment will be decidedly modest, starting with a… Read more…

The Nissan Micra, a familiar nameplate for many small car enthusiasts, is charting a new course into the world of electric cars. After quite a hiatus, this compact runaround is set to return in 2025 as a sixth-generation model, this time exclusively as an electric vehicle. Nissan claims this new iteration captures the spirit of its predecessors – a stylish,… Read more…

Automakers are constantly looking for ways to make electric cars go further on a single charge. One promising technology is the solid-state battery, and it appears Chinese carmaker Chery is making progress in this area. A test version of Chery’s Exlantix ET electric SUV was seen in China, sporting an “All-solid-state battery” sticker on its side and hinting at a… Read more…

Honda is adjusting its future course for electric vehicles, and pivots to hybrids as a key bridge in the ongoing transition to full electrification. The Japanese automaker announced it is scaling back its planned investments in next-generation electric cars and software, cutting the initial commitment by 30% from approximately €62 billion to €43.62 billion by 2030. Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe… Read more…

BMW has announced it is testing a special battery in one of its luxury electric vehicles, a BMW i7. This new battery uses what are called all-solid-state battery cells (ASSB), which could change how we think about electric cars. The batteries for the test vehicle come from a company called Solid Power, and they promise some exciting benefits. The main… Read more…

BMW has announced it is testing a special battery in one of its luxury electric vehicles, a BMW i7. This new battery uses what are called all-solid-state battery cells (ASSB), which could change how we think about electric cars. The batteries for the test vehicle come from a company called Solid Power, and they promise some exciting benefits. The main… Read more…

Lexus is turning up the volume on its all-electric RZ SUV for 2026, delivering a big boost in power, an extended driving range, and a surprising new feature. The updated Lexus RZ got comprehensive revisions aimed at delivering a more engaging and efficient electric driving experience. The 2026 RZ comes with a redesigned battery electric system – increased motor output,… Read more…

Toyota revealed the bZ3C concept at the 2024 Beijing Auto Show with 630 km range, and that concept just became a reality. Toyota named its new car bZ5, and it’s already rolling off FAW Toyota’s factory in China. Toyota bZ5 The pre-orders opened last month, and the vehicle starts at RMB 130,000 (~€16,200) and is offered in two variants -… Read more…

The Cybertruck launched in December 2023, but despite Elon Must targeting a 250,000 units yearly production customer interest quickly waned. The supposedly long waiting list vanished within a couple of months as few opted to confirm them once they realized the truck achieves nowhere near the promised range and costs about twice as much. In a related issue those that… Read more…

For nearly five decades, the letters GTI have stood for something special in the car world. They marked a small car, the Volkswagen Golf, that was extra fun to drive thanks to a peppy engine with a fancy fuel injection system back when most cars used something simpler. Over time, the GTI badge also showed up on the smaller Polo.… Read more…