Introduction Audi is slowly filling the gaps in its e-tron lineup and bringing it in line with the regular petrol and diesel-powered models. After the compact Q4 e-tron, and Q8 e-tron it’s time for the refresh on the mid-size Q6 e-tron to complete the SUV side. So, the Audi Q6 e-tron is larger than the Q4 e-tron – it’s longer,… Read more…

We reported earlier that the pint-sized Hyundai Inster EV is getting a rugged new look. Spy shots from South Korea now show the Casper EV Cross, designed to appeal to drivers who want a bit more of an adventure on their city commute. Hyundai Inster EV Cross is Casper’s European twin, and this is the first glimpse of the toughened-up… Read more…

It is becoming painfully obvious that Tesla has been a little bit ambitious with its self-driving technology promises. The company’s latest progress updates on its Full Self-Driving (FSD) program are seriously testing the patience of Tesla enthusiasts. While the EV pioneer continues to paint a rosy picture of autonomous driving, the reality seems to be lagging behind the rhetoric. Tesla… Read more…

The automotive industry is undergoing a radical transformation, and Renault Group wants to be seen as a major player in this shift towards sustainable mobility. The company promised to achieve carbon neutrality in Europe by 2040 and globally by 2050. In charge of the ambitious strategy is Ampere, Renault’s dedicated entity for electric vehicles, aiming to reach carbon neutrality even… Read more…

Hyundai unveiled the INITIUM hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) concept. The car proves Hyundai’s hasn’t yet given up on hydrogen power (even though it probably should). But more importantly, it introduces a striking new design language that’s sure to get people talking. The INITIUM previews a production FCEV slated for launch in the first half of 2025, building on… Read more…

Volkswagen is reportedly planning a series of drastic measures to cut expenses. These include potential layoffs of tens of thousands of workers, salary reductions of at least 10%, to avoid the closure of up to three factories in Germany. This news comes as a blow to Volkswagen’s workforce, who recently staged a protest at the company’s Wolfsburg headquarters. Understandably, employees… Read more…

The Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer is the station wagon version of the ID.7, aiming to add even more practicality to what was an already great formula. Compared to its sedan ID.7 sibling, the ID.7 Tourer is no different in terms of dimensions, drivetrain and features. It’s available in the same Pro, Pro S and GTX trims. VW ID.7 Tourer The Tourer… Read more…

Tesla unveiled its ‘please buy more shares so the share price goes up and investors (including yourself) are happy’ Hail Mary hype play, the Cybercab (or is that Robotaxi?), earlier this month. We’d call it a pipe dream, but it’s more obviously a hype dream, meant to keep people investing in Tesla shares and making Elon Musk richer and richer… Read more…

Volkswagen has announced the closure of its Audi plant in Brussels, Belgium, just days after revealing plans to shutter three factories in Germany. The Brussels factory, which produces the Audi Q8 E-Tron electric SUV, is slated to cease operations on February 28, 2025. The closure will result in the loss of approximately 3,000 jobs, prompting strong opposition from unions and… Read more…

Hyundai will fully unveil the Ioniq 9 in November, and ahead of that the brand has published some teaser images showing us bits and pieces of the new car in sketch(y) form. The wheel design resembles a turbine The Ioniq 9 is a three-row SUV “that will mark a new milestone in the brand’s continuing commitment to advancing electrification”, Hyundai… Read more…

Audi is expanding its electric vehicle lineup with the introduction of more affordable versions of its A6 e-tron. These new models come in both rear-wheel drive and quattro all-wheel drive configurations, giving more choice for those interested in the sleek A6 e-tron. Previously, the A6 e-tron was available in the performance rear-wheel drive variant and a sporty S6 e-tron with… Read more…

Not to be outdone by Xiaomi, the Chinese tech giant Oppo is looking expand its reach beyond the mobile market. In a recent announcement, Oppo revealed a strategic partnership with BYD to integrate smartphone technology withing its smart car systems. That would let you control various aspects of your BYD electric vehicles directly from your Oppo smartphone. The first fruit… Read more…

Introduction The Cupra Tavascan is the company’s second fully electric vehicle after the Cupra Born. The new vehicle from Cupra, which is starting deliveries in December, is a coupe-style SUV, sitting on the VW MEB platform and thus sharing a lot of similarities with the VW ID.5 and the Skoda Enyaq Coupe. Cupra Tavascan You get the same battery 77… Read more…

Xiaomi has finally unveiled the production version of its highly anticipated SU7 Ultra. This high-performance electric sedan is set to really challenge established players. Xiaomi SU7 Ultra is a technological showcase designed to demonstrate the company’s capabilities in the automotive sector. It stands directly against the likes of Zeekr 001 FR, Porsche Taycan Turbo GT, Tesla Model S Plaid, and… Read more…

Lucid’s first SUV, the Gravity, made its official debut almost a year ago, and now the company is finally ready to take people’s money for it. Almost. Orders will open on November 7 at 9 AM Pacific Time for the Grand Touring trim, which will start at $94,900 offering “more than 800 horsepower and a projected range surpassing 708 km”,… Read more…

Cadillac is taking the next step into the electric future with the upcoming Lyriq-V. Set to launch early next year, the high-performance variant of the Lyriq SUV will be the first EV by the company worthy of the V series. Цadillac is ready to challenge established players like BMW and Tesla in the performance EV market. The Lyriq-V will be… Read more…

The Z9, a sleek electric sedan brought to you by BYD’s premium brand Denza, is creating a lot of interest thanks to its impressive specs and fairly sophisticated design. With a rumored release date sometime next month, the Z9 is yet another EV promising to redefine what we expect from an electric car. We’ve heard that before. Denza has been… Read more…

The Nurburgring Nordschleife is a legendary racetrack in Germany that has witnessed countless battles of automotive prowess. The latest contender just stepped up to the Green Hell and, in the process, rewrote the rules of speed and challenged the dominance of traditional performance cars. The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra prototype, an electric sedan from the Chinese tech giant, has claimed the… Read more…

Abarth, the performance division of Fiat, just introduced its take on the 600e EV. It is the most powerful Abarth ever, offering up to 280 hp electric motor and a 0 to 100 km/h time of just 5.85 seconds. The Abarth 600e is the result of a collaboration between Abarth and Stellantis Motorsport engineers, sitting on the Perfo eCMP platform.… Read more…

What is it? Just like its slightly larger sibling, the Ford Capri, the new all-electric Ford Explorer is based on VW’s MEB platform, which is also the foundation of the Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5. The Explorer is the smallest of them all, but it’s also the cheapest one without making too many sacrifices. Ford Explorer EVFord Explorer EV The drivetrain… Read more…