The race to develop longer-lasting electric vehicle batteries is on, and Honda hopes to take the lead with its ambitious solid-state battery technology. The Japanese automaker claims its future EVs will be capable of an impressive 998 km of range on a single charge by the end of the decade. This is twice the range of most mass-market EVs available… Read more…

One of the most recent additions to Huawei’s growing portfolio of electrified vehicles to capture our attention is the Luxeed R7. It’s an SUV coupe developed in a collaboration between Huawei and Chery that was initially launched as an all-electric car. Now, the latest MIIT filing confirms the R7 is getting an extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) version. The EREV Luxeed… Read more…

The Swedish electric vehicle brand Polestar has begun US production of its most affordable Polestar 3 model. The Long Range Single Motor variant is ready to shake up the North American EV landscape thanks to its attractive price tag and impressive range. The €66,100 Polestar 3 was only available in the US as a Long Range Dual Motor model. With… Read more…

The ET9 is Nio’s largest vehicle to date, measuring 5,324 mm in length, 2,016 mm in width, and 1,620 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,250 mm. The car’s coupe-like design and high ground clearance give it a somewhat confused, SUV-like appearance. The ET9’s interior is cavernous, and the vehicle has a large frunk – everything about it is… Read more…

The electric vehicle revolution slows down from time to time, but there’s no doubt it is gaining momentum. Unfortunately, the charging experience can sometimes feel like a relic of the past. Fumbling with apps, trying to work out confusing payment systems, and wrestling with temperamental chargers – that’s our everyday reality. It can test the patience of the most enthusiastic… Read more…

Today Rivian announced the launch of its first charging location in its Rivian Adventure Network that accepts other EVs. It’s located in the Joshua Tree Charging Outpost in California, and is open to the public already. Rivian wants to open additional charging locations with support for other EVs by the end of the year at sites in Texas, Colorado, Illinois,… Read more…

The Genesis Electrified GV70, the best-selling Genesis model in North America, is getting a significant update for the 2026 model year. The luxury electric SUV comes with a fresher look, new features, and a refined interior. One of the easier-to-spot changes is the redesigned front end, featuring a new G-Matrix Grille and the charging port conveniently located within the grille.… Read more…

The upcoming Xiaomi SU7 Ultra has been certified for sale in China by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), and this has revealed both its battery capacity and its CLTC range numbers. So let’s dig in. The supercar has a 93.7 kWh battery supplied by CATL, and a range of up to 630 km in the CLTC cycle,… Read more…

BMW Group Plant Steyr has begun producing and shipping its sixth-generation electric motors. This significant milestone in its electrification strategy has been reached in just ten months – from development through a new production line installation to the finished product. The first batch of electric motors has already been delivered to BMW Group Plant Debrecen in Hungary, where they will… Read more…

What is it? The DongFeng Forthing S7 is a shooting brake sedan, with design that looks rather premium, but a price that sits in the mid-range. It’s the company’s most aerodynamically efficient EV yet and it’s officially available in some European countries. DongFeng Forthing S7 As of now, the Forthing S7 is available in only one configuration with a 56.8… Read more…

China’s electric vehicle market impressive growth shows no signs of slowing down. It captured an impressive 76% of the global market share in October. And all that despite trade tensions and tariffs imposed by Western countries, proving that Chinese EV industry is as resilient as ever. According to the China Passenger Car Association, a remarkable 14.1 million Chinese EVs were… Read more…

Tons of hype over five years, millions of refundable reservations, and a very polarizing look. That’s the Tesla Cybertruck in a few words. And while looks are subjective, the waning demand for it seems to be quite objective. Case in point: workers on the Cybertruck assembly line in Austin have been given three days off this week: Tuesday, Wednesday, and… Read more…

The US government is throwing its weight behind the electric vehicle revolution, granting a hefty €6.80 billion loan to StarPlus Energy LLC, a joint venture between Stellantis and Samsung SDI. This massive investment will fuel the construction of two lithium-ion battery plants in Kokomo, Indiana. The new factories will create an estimated 2,800 new positions at the plants themselves and… Read more…

Toyota is upping its game with the new bZ3C SUV. Launching in early 2025, this midsize electric SUV has a projected range of up to 630 km. The bZ3C was first unveiled at the Beijing Auto Show. It measures 4780 mm in length, 1866 mm in width, and 1510 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2880 mm. Toyota will… Read more…

BYD is having a great time in the EV market, and November was another record-breaking month for the Chinese maker in terms of sales. It managed to sell 504,003 passenger vehicles last month, up 67.2% from November 2023 and up 0.7% from this October. So in November it’s sold more than in any other month. November is also only the… Read more…

Ford is expanding its electric vehicle lineup with the introduction of the all-electric Puma Gen-E. This new model brings zero-emission driving to Ford’s best-selling car in Europe, offering customers an interesting option in the compact crossover segment. The Puma Gen-E keeps the sporty design, but is powered by a 43 kWh battery that offers a range of up to 376… Read more…

Chinese automaker Avatr Technology, backed by Changan Automobile, CATL, and Huawei, has refreshed its Avatr 11 model with the addition of extended-range (EREV) variants. This is Avatr’s second model, following the Avatr 07, to offer both BEV and EREV options. Originally launched in August 2022 as a BEV-only model, the Avatr 11 was the first premium vehicle in China to… Read more…

After a somewhat controversial rebranding campaign and the unexpected cancellation of a nearly production-ready vehicle, British automaker Janguar unveiled a new concept car that reveals its vision for the electric future. Dubbed the Type 00, this futuristic EV is making its debut at Miami Art Week. The Type 00 is a radical departure from Jaguar’s current design language. The front… Read more…

The Stellantis board announces that it has accepted the resignation of Carlos Tavares as CEO of the company which includes brands like Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS Automobiles, FIAT, Jeep, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, and Vauxhall. A new CEO will be appointed in the first half of next year. The process of appointment is managed by a… Read more…

Volkswagen workers across nine German plants are standing up to the company. The strikes started today, December 2, and are a direct response to VW’s proposed 10% wage cut and the threat of factory closures. The trouble comes at a time when the automotive industry is grappling with shifting market dynamics, and the rise of cheaper competition from China. The… Read more…