Introduction The Ford Capri is an all-electric mid-size SUV that aims to bring the company back in the EV race after its slow start. However, unlike the Renault 5 EV, this one share little beyond the name with the original model of the same name. From a fastback coupe back in the 70s and 80s, the new Capri is now… Read more…
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Xiaomi SU7 Ultra production version will be presented on October 29
Xiaomi’s SU7 has been a resounding success, and back in July the company unveiled the SU7 Ultra concept, which then turned out to be destined for production – all 1,548 hp of it. We’ve known for a while that the Ultra would arrive next year, and now we have an official unveiling date set for its production version: October 29.… Read more…
The only $25,000 Tesla we’ll ever see is the Cybercab
For years, Tesla enthusiasts and budget-conscious EV shoppers have waited for the rumored $25,000 Tesla. Would it be a compact hatchback? A stripped-down Model 3? The speculation ran wild. However, recent comments from Tesla CEO Elon Musk have poured cold water on those dreams. The $25,000 Tesla is indeed coming, but not in the form anyone expected. Forget steering wheels… Read more…
2025 Kia EV3 interior, design, and features review
What is it? The Kia EV3 is boxy like the beastly EV9 but a bit smaller than the popular EV6. There is a very complete SUV lineup for Kia. The EV3 slots right into the very popular compact-sized SUV market, meaning it’s a very important piece of Kia’s strategy for expanding its market share. It packs all of the smart… Read more…
Tesla’s Q3 earnings report is out: solid profits, but lower-than-expected revenues
Tesla’s third-quarter earnings report is out, showing revenue was slightly short of expectations, but profitability was great. Tesla raked in $25.18 billion, compared to the anticipated $25.4 billion, but it made $2.17 billion in net profit, significantly above the analysts’ consensus. The record gross margin of 19.8% was the most significant contributor. Tesla’s vehicle deliveries in Q3 were also positive.… Read more…
Family-friendly Zeekr Mix launches in China for less than $40,000
Geely’s Zeekr brand has been busy expanding its portfolio, and after unveiling its first electric MPV earlier this year, the Mix is finally ready for orders. This innovative electric minivan launched in China yesterday with a starting price of RMB 279,900 (approximately €35,370). Although it might not be everybody’s cup of tea, the Mix reimagines the concept of a family… Read more…
Tesla’s Autopilot’s latest safety report is out, but is it a statistical smokescreen?
Tesla released its quarterly safety report, and the numbers, at first glance, seem impressive. According to Tesla, cars using the Autopilot system drove an average of 7.08 million miles before a crash occurred in the third quarter of 2024. This compares favorably to 1.29 million miles for Tesla drivers not using Autopilot and a dismal 670,000 miles for the average… Read more…
Xiaomi’s expansion of its EV factory will be completed next year
Xiaomi is selling SU7 units at a steady pace – last we heard it delivered 10,000 of them in September alone. The company has started an expansion of its EV factory, and a new report today says this will be finished in mid-2025. More specifically, the second phase of the Xiaomi Intelligent Manufacturing Industrial Base is going to be completed… Read more…
Opel unveils redesigned Mokka Electric, adjusts pricing
Opel announced a new Mokka Electric model year 2025 with a slight change in the design and more streamlined configurations. The new Mokka now comes in only one variant – with 115 kW output and 54 kWh battery. Previously, the Opel Mokka Electric was offered in two configurations: a 50 kWh battery with a 136 hp (100 kW) motor and… Read more…
2025 Renault 5 E-Tech interior, design and features review
What is it? The Renault 5 E-Tech is the iconic Renault 5 reincarnated. But unlike a number of other iconic names that have been brought back recently, this one doesn’t stray away from its roots. It offers a blend of the latest EV tech and the classic styling of the past. The new Renault 5 E-Tech is an affordable, city-friendly… Read more…
Fiat 500e and Armani – an expensive match made in electric heaven
The Fiat 500e is a cute little car, but the new Giorgio Armani Collector’s Edition promises to take this appeal to a whole new level. Fiat calls it a fashion statement on wheels, and it truly is a testament to Italian design. Fiat and Armani, two iconic Italian brands, have joined forces to create a limited-edition electric car that’s as… Read more…
Qualcomm introduces the Snapdragon Cockpit Elite and Ride Elite for vehicles
During this year’s Snapdragon Summit, Qualcomm introduced two new high-end chips for the automotive industry – Snapdragon Cockpit Elite and Snapdragon Ride Elite. The two chips are part of the company’s Snapdragon Digital Chassis portfolio and use Qualcomm’s brand new Oryon CPU. As the names imply, the Cockpit Elite is responsible for the infotainment system inside the cabin, while the… Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck Range Extender delayed again and now with less range
Tesla Cybertruck, the electric pickup truck that has been the subject of never-ending controversy, has hit yet another snag. The optional range extender, which was supposed to significantly increase the truck’s driving distance, has been delayed and will now offer less range than originally promised. When Tesla first unveiled the Cybertruck in 2019, it touted a tri-motor version with a… Read more…
Changan Nevo E07 deliveries begin: an electric SUV and a real-life transformer
The Chinese EV market shows no signs of slowing down with innovative new models appearing seemingly every week. One of the latest and possibly most intriguing entries is the Changan Nevo E07. It’s an SUV with a unique feature: it can transform into a pickup truck. This clever design addresses two issues at once – it circumvents restrictions on pickup… Read more…
Audi S6 Sportback e-tron interior, design and features
Audi makes great wagons, or as it calls them, Avants. But it’s also created some of the best-looking sportbacks out there. This one may be its best ever – meet the Audi S6 Sportback e-tron. This may be an A6 by name, due to Audi’s new naming convention, but it’s all A7 on the outside. You can have the same… Read more…
Mercedes opens its first battery recycling plant
Today Mercedes has proudly announced that it’s opened its first battery recycling plant. It’s located in Kuppenheim in southern Germany, and will operate with an expected recovery rate of more than 96% thanks to its mechanical-hydrometallurgical process. It’s net CO2-neutral too thanks to its roof being equipped with a photovoltaic system and it makes Mercedes the first car manufacturer in… Read more…
Changan’s latest electric SUV Deepal S05 hits the market
Deepal, the electric vehicle subsidiary of Changan Automobile, has launched its second new model in the past three months, the S05 compact SUV. This comes hot on the heels of the L07 sedan, which debuted in May. The S05 comes in both battery electric and extended-range electric (EREV) versions. The Deepal S05 officially has a starting price of RMB 119,900… Read more…
BYD ready to launch own smart driving system this November
According to the latest reports, Chinese automaker BYD is preparing to launch its own smart driving system. This would be a significant step for the company, which has so far relied on third-party solutions for its advanced driver-assistance systems. Slated for release as early as November, BYD’s own algorithms will power the company’s DiPilot smart driving platform. DiPilot, BYD’s proprietary… Read more…
Tesla CyberCab/Robotaxi wireless charging shown in new official video
Tesla unveiled a pipe dream recently, and it still can’t even decide whether it’s called Robotaxi or CyberCab (or is that Cybercab?). This isn’t an actual finalized, ready to ship product, mind you, or anything near that, it’s an idea – one that Elon Musk hopes will help drive Tesla’s next big hype cycle (which should keep the stock price… Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck orders now open to everyone as reservation depleted
Tesla announced its Cybertruck in 2019 and before launching it in late 2023 collected reservations from buyers with refundable $100 deposits. They were so numerous that it would take years to fullfil them, but it appears that few of them were actually converted. Starting today anyone can open Tesla’s configurator and order a Cybertruck without needing a reservation. That’s a… Read more…