Toyota is almost ready to reveal a new electric crossover on March 11. The vehicle, teased with a single image and short video, appears to be the production version of the bZ Compact SUV concept showcased in 2022. Although the video states the reveal is taking place on March 12th, Toyota’s own press release claims it’ll take place on March… Read more…

The 2026 Ram Ramcharger is the first extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) from Stellantis. In a way it’s a bridge between the familiar power of gasoline engines and the innovative world of electric cars. Ready to hit dealerships in the latter half of 2025 as a 2026 model, the Ramcharger has impressive specs and a unique approach to electric vehicles. Ram’s… Read more…

Mercedes revealed its future plans in a rather lengthy press release. To some extent, Mercedes admits its mistakes with its all-electric EQ lineup and maintains its commitment to ICE models. That doesn’t mean the EVs presence will be reduced, but there will be a different approach going forward. Starting with the upcoming CLA, Mercedes is making the vehicle available in… Read more…

Sony Honda Mobility has opened its first public studio in Los Angeles, dedicated to its first EV – the Afeela. Located in the Westfield Century City mall, the studio offers a chance for potential customers and EV enthusiasts to get up close and personal with the Afeela before its California launch in 2026. The Century City location, in the heart… Read more…

Mercedes-Benz has started road tests of its solid-state battery technology. This is a big step towards safer, lighter, and more dense batteries for electric vehicles, with Mercedes claiming the new batteries can potentially increase range by 25%. The German automaker, together with Mercedes-AMG High Performance Powertrains (HPP) and US-based solid-state battery developer Factorial Energy, has integrated these advanced batteries into… Read more…

BYD is preparing to launch its latest offering in the Chinese electric car market: the Qin L EV. This all-electric sedan joins the very popular Qin family, but the Qin L EV is designed to appeal specifically to a younger demographic that wants a slightly more stylish electric vehicle. BYD teased the upcoming Qin L EV on social media, and… Read more…

The Wuling Hongguang Mini EV is a very popular Mini EV in China, owing to its pricing and compact size. And now to further broaden its appeal it’s getting a four-door version. The Hongguang Mini EV has been a runaway success since its initial release in July 2020. Its low price point and small footprint made it a hit with… Read more…

Nissan’s merger plans with Honda recently fell through, but the Japanese company still has a lot of issues and so it needs outside help (read: a sizeable investment if not an outright purchase). It now seems like the Japanese government would really like to keep Nissan out of the hands of Chinese companies, and so it’s assembled a crack team… Read more…

BMW claims it has made huge progress in electric car tech with its sixth-generation eDrive system. This new system, which will be featured in the upcoming Neue Klasse electric vehicles, promises to boost range and charging speed, and improve overall efficiency. One of the key improvements is the new battery. BMW has redesigned its battery cells, packing 20% more energy… Read more…

During an earnings call, following the Q4 2024 report, Rivian’s CEO had some good news to share. First, the company recorded its first “positive gross profit”, and secondly, he teased a new hands-free driving feature for US highways. Rivian’s founder and CEO, R.J. Scaringe, said that the company will release a new feature that would allow drivers to enjoy a… Read more…

Xiaomi is expected to fully launch the SU7 Ultra performance car later this month alongside the 15 Ultra smartphone. The SU7 Ultra was first presented in October, which is also when pre-orders started. Ahead of the full launch and the start of deliveries, Xiaomi has now submitted a new version of the car for certification by the Chinese authorities, and… Read more…

Volkswagen is doubling down on its commitment to the Chinese EV market. Abysmal sales figures show a decline in overall vehicle deliveries, but the German automaker is forging ahead with strategic partnerships and big investments. A key element of this strategy is a newly announced collaboration with CATL, the world’s largest battery manufacturer. The memorandum of understanding, signed between CATL… Read more…

Following the addition of support for Samsung Wallet a few days ago, today Polestar is announcing that its cars’ owners can now store their keys in Apple Wallet. Thus, you can lock, unlock, and start your Polestar with your iPhone or Apple Watch. For this to work, you need an iPhone 11 or later running the latest version of iOS,… Read more…

The A390 will be Alpine’s second EV, following the A290 which launched back in 2024. The A390 will be its first “100% electric sport fastback”, Alpine says. It will feature “a concentration of technology that reinvents the legendary sportiness of the A110 in a five-seater vehicle”. The A390 will be officially presented on May 27 in Dieppe, France, which is… Read more…

Volvo teased its upcoming ES90 sedan, revealing an interesting feature. The ES90 gets the powerful Nvidia Drive AGX Orin system, making it the most computationally powerful car Volvo has ever created. This advanced technology is part of Volvo’s new “Superset” tech stack, a modular platform designed to underpin all future Volvo vehicles. At the heart of the ES90’s intelligence, we… Read more…

Google just announced a big new upgrade to Android Automotive – support for over 70 new apps. Up until now, Google’s native infotainment system platform supported just under 200 apps, but with the new update, the library is now closer to 300. But there’s a big caveat. Almost all newly added apps can only run when the vehicle is stationary.… Read more…

Ahead of the official debut later this month, Kia has unveiled its new and innovative electric van. This is Kia’s first electric vehicle in the Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) segment. The PV5, showcased in initial images, will be officially revealed at Kia EV Day in Tarragona, Spain, on February 27th. The PV5 definitely stands out from the crowd with its… Read more…

Tesla’s Cybertruck has finally gone through NCAP’s extensive testing protocol and scored the highest possible rating of five stars. Historically, Tesla cars have always scored five stars for safety, so it’s no surprise. The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) used several Cybertrucks to test the safety of the vehicle, and even though the testing was carried out in… Read more…

Xiaomi will have at least two dual-motor AWD versions of its YU7 SUV when it comes out around the middle of the year. One of them was certified by the Chinese authorities earlier, with its front motor developing 220kW (295 hp) of power and the rear one going to 288kW (386 hp). Today, a new filing with the Chinese regulator… Read more…

BYD’s premium brand, Denza, has launched the 2025 version of its N7 electric SUV, focusing on enhanced intelligent driving capabilities. The updated N7 will compete with other established models already on the market, like the Tesla Model Y. The 2025 Denza N7 comes in three versions, with prices ranging from RMB 259,800 (€32,160) to RMB 289,800 (€35,900). A key upgrade… Read more…