
Don’t miss our closer look at the EX60 interior, design and features. Volvo has started deliveries of the EX60 in Europe. The first customers in Sweden are now behind the wheel of their new EV, and the company promises “many more to follow in the coming weeks and months”. The EX60 was introduced in January. It has a “class-leading range”… Read more…
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XPeng L03 debuts in Europe starting at €35,000, EREV variant also available

XPeng revealed its budget crossover Mona L03 in China about a month ago, and it’s betting on this model to secure market positions in Europe as well. The Chinese automaker dropped the “Mona” from the name and announced the XPeng L03 for the collective European market today. We already know the hardware and features that make the L03 move, but… Read more…
Volvo EX60 P10 AWD: interior, design and features review

The Volvo XC60 has been one of the Swedish manufacturer’s most important models for years and is currently its best-selling vehicle globally, so the introduction of a fully electric alternative is naturally a big deal. We had the opportunity to check out the new EX60 and will soon get behind the wheel of one for a proper driving review. Volvo… Read more…
It’s settled: The all-electric variant of the BMW M3 will just be called “M3”

In an interview for Auto Express, the boss of the BMW M division, Frank van Meel, confirmed that the all-electric variant of the upcoming M3 sports sedan will carry the same badge as its ICE counterpart, meaning no “i” in the “M3” name. It will simply be called “M3”. BMW M3 Concept This signals BMW’s confidence in the upcoming high-performance,… Read more…
Is Lucid Motors replaying a classic playbook as bankruptcy rumors spark a massive stock plunge?

The electric car industry is no stranger to dramatic financial swings, but Lucid Motors (ticker: LCID) took investors on an exceptionally wild ride yesterday. The trouble began when electric-vehicles.com, a highly regarded EV news blog, published an exclusive report claiming that restructuring adviser AlixPartners had delivered a stark warning to the Lucid board. According to the report, the adviser suggested… Read more…
Volkswagen ID.Cross debuts with a sub-€30,000 price tag and spacious interior

Today Volkswagen announced its fully electric, compact SUV, the ID.Cross. It shares many similarities with the ID.Polo from earlier this year, but this one feels a tad more premium in a way. Or at least that’s what Volkswagen was aiming for. VW ID.Cross Even though on paper the ID.Cross is compact, measuring 4,150 mm in length and having a 2,601… Read more…
Chery-JLR reveal the Freelander 8’s interior with massive screen and Huawei tech

The Freelander 8 is going to be the first production vehicle coming out of the Chery and Jaguar Land Rover’s joint venture, and it was announced about a month ago with key specs but without any details regarding the interior and features. Today we get to see what’s inside this boxy, all-terrain EREV SUV. Undoubtedly, the centerpiece feature is the… Read more…
BYD challenges European legacies with the 1,582-horsepower Denza Z

Chinese automaker BYD is squaring up against Europe’s premium brands with its latest high-performance offering. The company revealed its new Denza Z supercar at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, seemingly ready to compete with high-end sports cars from Porsche, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz. This premium model expands the reach of the company’s dedicated sub-brand, Denza, into the global luxury segment. Unfortunately… Read more…
Volkswagen and Xpeng’s ID.Unyx 09 pops up in Chinese regulatory filings

In a recent regulatory filing at the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the VW ID.Unyx 09 was left almost fully exposed. We have pictures and key specs of the fully-electric, high-performance coupe that Xpeng and Volkswagen co-developed. VW ID.Unyx 09 The filings mention two drivetrain options – RWD with one motor or AWD with two motors. The first… Read more…
California introduces a new EV $3,500 incentive to replace the discontinued federal tax credit

Back in September 2025, the federal EV tax credit in the US expired, and the Trump Administration refused to renew it. It was part of the Inflation Reduction Act introduced by the Biden Administration and shaved off $7,500 from some EVs, helping first-time EV owners get their vehicles at a significantly lower price. Since then, California vowed to introduce an… Read more…
Detailed specifications for new Xiaomi Sky Nomad SUV revealed

Xiaomi made its name selling smartphones, but the company is now fully invested in the automotive industry. The latest data from China EV DataTracker shows that Xiaomi Auto delivered 185,055 electric cars during the first half of 2026 – a healthy 17.2 percent growth compared to the previous year. To keep this momentum going, the company is preparing to enter… Read more…
XPeng L03 testing next-gen autonomous tech in Germany days ahead of global debut

People walking through the historic streets of Munich, Germany, spotted something unusual – a heavily camouflaged vehicle, a key contender in the ever-expanding EV market, was navigating the city’s busy roads. But more interesting than the camo wrap itself were the bold words printed on the side: “NGP powered by VLA 2.0.” The vehicle in the photos is the upcoming… Read more…
BYD targets younger drivers with new Qin Max flash-charging sedan

Chinese automaker BYD is expanding its lineup again. This time it is a new B-class Qin Max electric sedan. This fresh model is focused on younger consumers who want modern styling with the latest fast charging technology. As automakers fight for global market share, EVs that reduce charging anxiety are becoming the primary weapons in the industry. The Qin Max… Read more…
Peugeot E-5008 – a confused SUV or a perfect EV for large families?

Big families have a big problem when it comes to choosing an electric car. They either have to compromise and split who’s going in the car and who’s jumping on the bus, they can buy two smaller EVs if they can afford to, or they can buy a non-electric seven-seater. In the UK, it is even worse – there are… Read more…
Tesla’s AI5 chip design finalized and is ready to enter production, Samsung confirms

Back in mid-April, Elon Musk celebrated on X that Tesla’s next-generation AI5 chip had completed the tape-out, meaning the design was finalized. But that tape-out was on Tesla’s side, so now we have confirmation that Samsung has also finalized the chip design and is ready to enter production. The tape-out process is two-sided. Once the chip designer has finished, the… Read more…
Waze just got smarter thanks to Gemini and two new modes

Today, Google announced some new features that are already rolling out to Waze on Android and iOS. If you had Gemini on your bingo card, you won. Gemini is already used in Waze for “conversational reporting”, which lets you report traffic incidents just by talking naturally. Now, Gemini will also let you use natural language to suggest map updates, like… Read more…
Li Auto’s i9 gets certified, here’s what it looks like

Li Auto’s upcoming i9 has been officially certified for sale in China. The listing on the website of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) reveals the first official specs of the car. It’s 5,225 mm long, 1,970 mm wide, and 1,752 mm tall, featuring a 3,168 mm wheelbase. The car will come with a dual-motor AWD powertrain as… Read more…
New Leapmotor A05S to replace the budget champion T03

The EV market is changing fast, and budget-friendly electric vehicles no longer mean bare-bones features and subpar technology. Instead, intense competition is forcing carmakers to integrate high-end equipment into cheap commuter cars. Chinese manufacturer Leapmotor is the latest brand to follow this trend by unveiling its newest compact option. The company officially introduced the Leapmotor A05S as a smart compact… Read more…
Tesla prepares Model Y Performance comeback to China

Tesla wants to bring back one of its fastest electric cars to the world’s biggest automotive market. Government documents show that the American automaker registered a new version of its popular crossover in China. Based on the official technical data, this vehicle marks the return of the high-performance Model Y. It seems Tesla is desperately trying to grab the attention… Read more…
DS N°7 arrives with up to 740 km range, promises luxury driving experience

Stellantis is launching a new SUV, the DS N°7, with special emphasis on comfort. The vehicle comes in two drivetrain options – mild hybrid and E-TENSE version that’s fully electric, which in turn comes in three variants. The entry-level E-TENSE gives you a 73.7 kWh battery good for 543 km on a single charge according to WLTP and 230 hp… Read more…

