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Dreame scores billions in EV orders before announcing an actual product

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Dreame Technology, a company you might know for its high-tech vacuum cleaners and hair dryers, is making one of the most unexpected moves in the automotive world. The Chinese home appliance maker is jumping into the crowded market for electric cars, and it’s not starting with a sensible family sedan. Instead, it’s going directly for the highest levels of luxury… Read more…

Mazda debuts EZ-60 electric SUV with two powertrains

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Mazda’s latest electric vehicle EZ-60 was just launched in China and will have its global debut in 2026 under a different name: the Mazda CX-6e. This mid-size electric SUV enters the fiercely competitive market with an aggressive pricing strategy and a choice of two distinct powertrains, giving buyers options that many rivals do not. The EZ-60 is the second new-generation… Read more…

Skoda dips into its past for a striking electric coupe concept

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Automakers are increasingly looking over their shoulders for inspiration as they design the electric cars of tomorrow. Some efforts result in lazy copies of old classics, but others capture the spirit of a bygone era in a completely new package. Skoda has just revealed a stunning digital concept that falls squarely into the latter category. Meet the modern interpretation of… Read more…

2026 Subaru Solterra EV pricing confirmed to remain unchanged despite boost in range and extra features

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When Subaru first launched the Solterra in the US, it was a solid first attempt at an electric car, but it arrived with a few asterisks. Its driving range was modest to say the least, and its charging speed could test your patience. For its second act, the 2026 Subaru Solterra is delivering big upgrades in nearly every category. The… Read more…

Xiaomi EV is now officially in Europe as research hub opens in Germany

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Chinese technology giant Xiaomi has officially planted its flag on European soil, opening its first EV research and design center outside of China. The new facility is located in the German automotive stronghold of Munich, and is a big step in the company’s plan to bring its popular electric cars to the European market. It’s easy to forget that Xiaomi… Read more…

Mercedes-Benz taps Chinese tech firm Momenta for CLA’s smart driving system

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Mercedes-Benz has announced it will partner with a Chinese technology startup for the brains behind its next generation of driver-assistance systems. The German luxury icon is turning to Momenta to develop a smart driving system dedicated to the Chinese market. The new system, powered by Momenta’s “Flywheel” artificial intelligence model, will make its debut this fall. The first vehicle to… Read more…

US finalizes 15% tariff on European cars, offering relief but no return to normal

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After a long period of uncertainty that kept the global auto industry on edge, the US government has formally implemented a new trade agreement with the European Union. The deal sets the tariff rate for imported European cars and auto parts at 15 percent. The new rate, confirmed in a Federal Register notice on September 24, was officially backdated to… Read more…

Xiaomi ready to reveal its 1,000+ horsepower YU7 GT

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After Xiaomi’s record-setting SU7 Ultra sedan, the tech giant appears to be ready for a second act. A mysterious, high-performance electric SUV, believed to be the Xiaomi YU7 GT, has been spotted turning laps at the Nürburgring racetrack. Whispers from industry insiders, coupled with founder Lei Jun’s annual speech scheduled for September 25, suggest an official reveal is near. While… Read more…

BMW’s website “accidentally” previews a sleek, unannounced electric sedan

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Automakers usually reveal new cars with flashy presentations and dramatic curtain drops. Sometimes, however, a new design quietly slips into public view. This seems to be the case with BMW, which may have unintentionally offered a glimpse of a future electric vehicle on its own German website, sparking a wave of speculation among enthusiasts and journalists. The mystery car, a… Read more…

TELO Trucks secures $20 million to challenge the big EV pickup trend

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The American love affair with pickup trucks is undeniable, but the romance has hit a rocky patch in the electric vehicle age. Sales of large electric trucks have been slower than anticipated, and some automakers are even hitting the brakes on new models. A California startup has a different point of view and is betting the problem isn’t the electricity,… Read more…

Volvo with a radical fix for its flagship EV: free brain transplant for the EX90

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When you buy a premium electric SUV from a brand like Volvo, you expect quality engineering and reliability. For owners of the Volvo EX90, the reality has been nothing but, with the Swedish flagship EV becoming a constant source of frustration. Reported problems ranged from keys that wouldn’t work – whether it was the phone-as-a-key, the keyfob, or the keycard… Read more…

Polestar launches new campaign to break up our ‘toxic relationship’ with gasoline

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If you find yourself walking through New York City this week and see a poster asking if you’re a “Dinosaur juice addict,” don’t be alarmed. It’s not a new public health crisis, but rather a bold new campaign from electric car maker Polestar. The company is taking an unusual approach to promote electric vehicles by framing the public’s long-standing connection… Read more…

Maextro S800 is a symphony on wheels thanks to Huawei Sound Ultimate

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The quiet revolution of electric cars is about silent powertrains and zero emissions. But it is also about redefining the in-cabin experience. As the drone of a gasoline engine disappears, automakers and tech companies are focusing on a new frontier: sound. This shift is on full display in the Maextro S800, a new electric vehicle that makes a powerful statement… Read more…

Lotus refreshes Emeya and Eletre

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Lotus continues its adventure in the world of electric cars with a recent update to both of its EVs, the Emeya sedan and the Eletre SUV. The automaker officially launched the refreshed models, which bring minor but meaningful changes to the exterior, interior, and a few key components. The updated Lotus Eletre SUV keeps its bold design, staying consistent with… Read more…

Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving” promise faces legal trouble in China

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A group of seven Tesla owners in China has filed a lawsuit against the American EV maker, turning a simmering frustration over the company’s “Full Self-Driving” technology into a formal legal battle. The case, accepted by the Beijing Daxing District People’s Court in August 2025, accuses Tesla of failing to deliver the features it sold them, amounting to what their… Read more…