The global auto market is forcing even the largest automakers to hit the brakes and rethink their billion-dollar EV investments. In a major shift, Toyota Motor Corporation confirmed it has canceled plans for a next-generation battery-powered luxury sedan under its Lexus brand. The vehicle, which was designed to challenge premium rivals like the new BMW i3 sedan, will no longer… Read more…

Automakers continue to argue over how drivers should interact with their dashboard screens. Many car buyers expect to see smartphone screen-mirroring platforms like Apple CarPlay or Android Auto when they step inside a new vehicle. A small number of manufacturers of electric cars are choosing a completely different direction. Companies like Tesla, General Motors, and Rivian are deliberately leaving these… Read more…

Driverless transportation is moving really quickly away from being an experiment and into the real world. Chipmaker NVIDIA announced a major expansion of its DRIVE Hyperion robotaxi platform. The technology company is joining forces with vehicle manufacturers, software developers, and ride-hailing services. Together, these companies want to build and deploy Level 4 autonomous electric cars on a global scale. Level… Read more…

DS Automobiles spent the last decade trying to carve out a place for itself as one of France’s most premium brands. Born from Citroen’s most daring and elegant creations – and carrying the spirit of the legendary 1955 Citroën DS – the now standalone DS brand invests heavily in design, craftsmanship and French flair. Table of Contents: Exterior Interior Storage… Read more…

Geely’s premium brand, Lynk & Co, kicked off sales of its newest mid-to-large-sized electric sedans on May 29, 2026. Called the Lynk & Co 10 series, this fresh entry targets the very competitive premium EV segment. The manufacturer divided the lineup into two distinct vehicles: the standard “10” for everyday premium driving and the aggressive, high-performance “10+” for enthusiasts. To… Read more…

Official EPA data revealed an interesting shift – the new Rivian R2 Performance has completed its evaluation, matching its main rival, the Tesla Model Y Performance, in energy usage metrics. This is a huge change in the premium segment, as the newcomer challenges an established benchmark in energy optimization – and wins. According to published ratings from the United States… Read more…

Hyundai has spent decades refining the formula for the ideal family vehicle, and its recent success in the segment highlights the progress it has made. With demand for full-size SUVs continuing to grow, Hyundai is looking to capitalize on the trend by introducing a fully electric offering alongside the conventionally powered Hyundai Palisade. Today we have the Hyundai Ioniq 9… Read more…

Chinese electronics giant turned auto manufacturer celebrated a major milestone on May 29, 2026. Xiaomi founder and CEO Lei Jun, together with brand ambassador and actress Shu Qi, delivered the very first six units of the company’s new high-performance electric SUV to excited customers. The event took place during a live internet broadcast in China and marked the official start… Read more…

According to industry watchers, the Chinese robotaxis and autonomous driving systems in general are making big strides in the country. However, due to an incident in Wuhan on March 31 this year, regulatory bodies imposed a “cooling-off” period in which companies cannot deploy any new autonomous vehicles for passenger use. The incident in question involved nearly 100 vehicles that suddenly… Read more…

The ultra-competitive EV landscape in China demands non-stop improvement from auto manufacturers. To keep up with changing demand, Geely launched a refreshed version of its popular compact hatchback, the Geely Geome Xingyuan. International markets will get this updated vehicle under the name Geely EX2. The manufacturer introduced six distinct trim options with promotional pricing for the lineup starting from RMB… Read more…

The race to dominate driverless transportation took a leap forward today – Alphabet’s self-driving division, Waymo, is officially introducing its first custom-built EV, the Ojai. Select passengers in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Phoenix can now hail rides in this newly designed model. The company is even offering initial trips completely free of charge. This launch is a permanent shift… Read more…

The global race for smarter electric cars is moving rapidly from battery technology to custom silicon. Chinese automotive giant BYD took a big step forward by starting production of its new, in-house developed Xuanji A3 assisted driving chip. Built on an advanced 4-nanometer manufacturing process, this new processor is the technological foundation for the brand’s next-generation autonomous driving systems. During… Read more…

Android Auto beta users who run on version 17.0.162144 are reporting a new useful feature that allows you to switch between active media apps on the fly. You can do so with a simple swipe and switch between cards, which are the available media apps installed on your device. The feature drops shortly after Google updated the media app switcher… Read more…

BMW is rolling out a long list of changes to its EV lineup for the summer of 2026. The brand is introducing a more affordable entry point for its fresh platform and adding smart technology across multiple models. The revisions target drivers who want better efficiency, smart digital tools, and more styling choices. The absolute highlight of the update is… Read more…

Chinese automaker BYD introduced the third-generation version of its popular compact crossover, the BYD Atto 3. The updated model brings more range, faster charging capabilities, and a new mechanical layout with the same focus on buyers looking for affordable electric options. In its domestic market of China, the vehicle sells under the name Yuan Plus. The new version launched on… Read more…

Mercedes-AMG opened order books for its all-electric performance flagship, the new AMG GT, with two distinct versions available at launch. The starting price for the base model, the AMG GT 55, starts from €154,700.00. Consumers who want the high-performance option must pay at least €196,350.00 for the AMG GT 63. These numbers place the new AMG out of reach for… Read more…

The latest spy photos of the next-generation Hyundai Kona, codenamed SX3, reveal that the South Korean automaker is completely transforming its small SUV. Instead of a simple mid-cycle cosmetic update, the brand is pushing large-scale structural changes to turn the vehicle into a Software-Defined Vehicle, hoping to elevate the model from an affordable entry-level vehicle into a premium, high-specification challenger… Read more…

Automotive manufacturers continue to remove friction from the public charging experience to encourage consumer adoption of electric cars. Volvo Cars announced an agreement that incorporates the Tesla Supercharger network directly into its proprietary ecosystem. Beginning in the fourth quarter of 2026, owners of fully electric Volvo vehicles can bypass third-party software entirely when pulling up to Tesla fast-charging stations. The… Read more…

The Italian car brand Lancia is moving ahead with its European comeback plan. Parent company Stellantis has released the first official images and technical details of the upcoming Lancia Gamma. The announcement arrived only a day after the automotive group confirmed a successor for the Alfa Romeo Giulietta hatchback. Lancia plans to host the public debut of the new vehicle… Read more…

The battlefield for modern smart electric cars is moving quickly from mechanical hardware to computing intelligence. On May 26, Chinese technology firm Xiaomi revealed its latest step in this direction by introducing the Xiaomi Auto World Model framework. This is the first time the automotive division has explained its complete development path for advanced driving software to the general public.… Read more…