The Onvo L60, the first offering from Nio’s budget-friendly Onvo brand, launched pre-sales in May with an attractive starting price of RMB 219,900 (just over €28,100). Recently released information from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) reveals a bit of a surprise: the initial release of the L60 will only feature a 60.6 kWh battery pack. This smaller… Read more…

Ford has delved into its archives to revive the Capri nameplate, this time for an all-electric coupe-SUV based on the same architecture used in Explorer EV. Drawing some inspiration from the iconic 1960s coupe, the Capri EV blends retro design cues with modern electric performance. Built on Volkswagen’s MEB platform, shared with models like the ID.4 and ID.5, the Capri… Read more…

Zeekr has just unveiled the name of its latest offering. The all-electric SUV, a sibling to the Zeekr 007 sedan will be called the 7X and will square off against the dominant Tesla Model Y. Zeekr, which recently completed a successful IPO in New York, is recording impressive sales figures in China. The company delivered over 87,000 vehicles in the… Read more…

According to a new report by Business Insider, which claims to have spoken to insiders, Tesla is prioritizing Elon Musk’s routes and other influencers to train its FSD. The information comes from two sources – an ex-employee and a current one too. There’s even a team working on FSD tasked to analyze and prioritize data coming from Elon Musk’s car… Read more…

XPeng has officially unveiled the first photos of its latest offering, the XPeng P7+. This new model, previously known by its internal codename F57, is XPeng’s boldest step yet in its short history and, arguably – the best-looking so far. The P7+ represents a big change for XPeng in several ways. First and foremost, it’s larger than its predecessor, the… Read more…

BMW has just reported on its EV sales numbers for the first half of this year, and it’s very good news for the German company. EV sales jumped 34.1% compared to the first half of 2023. In its press release celebrating the accomplishment, BMW says it “outperformed its traditional competitors and managed to significantly gain market share in Europe”, “despite… Read more…

Japanese giants Honda and Sony have revealed more details about their jointly developed electric vehicless. Honda will launch a new 0 Series lineup that will comprise seven new EV models by 2031. Meanwhile, Sony and Honda’s joint venture, Afeela, is gearing up to unveil its first EV, a sleek sedan, in 2026. The 0 Series and Afeela EVs will share… Read more…

In an attempt to tackle the growing pains of electric vehicle adoption, Electrify America is piloting a new program at 10 of its Southern California charging stations. The program limits EV charging to 85% battery capacity, a move aimed at reducing wait times and easing congestion at busy charging hubs. This pilot program is no small feat, considering the diverse… Read more…

The Rimac Nevera is still the fastest EV in production, boasting 1,813 hp from its four electric motors (one for each wheel). And with the company turning 15, the Nevera gets a limited anniversary edition with the copper paint job. Rimac Nevera 15th Anniversary Edition The Nevera 15th Anniversary Edition is no different from the standard model in terms of… Read more…

A heavily camouflaged Tesla Model Y has been spotted near the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California, sparking speculation about the much-anticipated “Juniper” refresh. Despite CEO Elon Musk’s assurances that no new Model Y would debut in 2024, the sighting suggests work on the new model is well advanced. Could this be Tesla’s way of drumming up excitement for a… Read more…

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD has launched its MY2025 Dolphin model and it’s comes with a nice range bonus. Prices remain unchanged, so the MY2025 Dolphin’s base “Life” model, still starts at an attractive €12,800 (RMB 99,800). However it now features a 45 kWh battery pack, providing 420 km of range according to the China light-duty vehicle test cycle (CLTC).… Read more…

Zeekr, the Chinese EV manufacturer that’s part of Geely’s extensive family of auto brands, is set to expand its lineup with the introduction of a new mid-to-large-size SUV codenamed CX1e. The company just teased the upcoming model with camouflaged images. The CX1e will be Zeekr’s first SUV designed specifically for the family market, a segment that has seen significant growth… Read more…

Ford is adding a second EV to its European roster this week – specifically on Wednesday, July 10. Following the Explorer, the new model will revive the Capri name, used on a fastback coupe that Ford produced from 1968 to 1986. In the teaser post on X below, that is a classic Capri – and, spoiler alert, you can’t charge… Read more…

Lucid Motors is on the rise, according to the latest figures from Q2 2024. The company was able to ship 2,394 EVs in Q2, significantly up from its previous best – 1,967 vehicles shipped in Q1 2024. It may not sound as much, but Lucid Motors is a small startup in car company standards and only deals in premium vehicles,… Read more…

Peugeot decided it would be a good idea to integrate ChatGPT into its entire lineup of cars, including its latest EVs. This decision follows a successful pilot program involving over 10,000 customers and is designed to enhance the driving experience by leveraging artificial intelligence. Starting immediately, new Peugeot EVs like the e-208, e-2008, and e-308 will come standard with ChatGPT,… Read more…

According to people familiar with the matter, the Turkish government and BYD are about to announce a new investment project in the Manisa province. The deal is not official yet, but it will likely become in the coming days after the two parties finalize all details. Turkiye announced new tariffs for Chinese EV imports in early June but has since… Read more…

BMW is edging ever closer to releasing its next generation EV lineup based on its Neue Klasse platform. Recently spied during testing in Europe was an electric coupe, which may well be the coolest member of the family of six EV models set to be released by 2027. This new EV coupe looks nothing like any BMW ever released -… Read more…

Leading Chinese automaker SAIC Motor Corp has announced it will formally request a hearing with the European Commission to challenge the additional tariffs imposed on Chinese electric vehicles. The company asserts that the EC’s anti-subsidy investigation is riddled with errors and unfair practices, ultimately harming both SAIC and its European customers. At the heart of the dispute is the EC’s… Read more…

Following a bunch of high profile meetings it appeared Tesla is on the verge of entering the Indian market. However, Elon Musk’s recent actions suggests the company isn’t going to invest in India anytime soon and any potential plans are put on hold. While last year Elon Musk was in a hurry to enter the Indian market, he might have… Read more…

Stellantis has today announced that it’s expanding the availability of its e-Routes app to all of its brands “this summer”. This made its debut on Citroen cars in October of last year, and has ben progressively rolled out already to Peugeot, DS, Opel, and Vauxhall EVs. Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Jeep, and Lancia cars are getting it imminently as well. It’s… Read more…