In the heart of Tesla’s manufacturing hub, the Fremont Gigafactory, whispers of the much-anticipated “Highland” Model 3 pre-production have turned into reality. Pictures circulating online showcase an assembly line of facelifted Model 3s, hinting at a revamped driving experience for American enthusiasts. While the original Model 3 held its own, the latest iteration promises an elevated journey, boasting a quieter… Read more…

How soon is too soon to start teasing a product? Would 16 months before its unveiling qualify? Mullen definitely doesn’t think so. The company first teased the Five RS back in September of 2022. Then some more in August 2023. And now it’s almost time for the official introduction, in 2024. The Five RS will make its debut during CES,… Read more…

In a move that blends style with rugged capability, Audi introduced the Q8 e-tron edition Dakar, an electric SUV inspired by the world-renowned Dakar Rally. This off-road-ready vehicle boasts increased ground clearance, striking design elements, and a powerful drivetrain for those who crave adventure beyond the asphalt. The Q8 e-tron edition Dakar has its ground clearance raised by 31 mm… Read more…

Scout Motors, Volkswagen’s upcoming American off-road EV brand, teased its first electric SUVs. Unfortunately, we will have to wait a while for the real deal since the actual unveiling is scheduled for this summer. The wait gets even longer with the production slated for 2026. The brand decided that customers could not wait any longer and offered a sneak peek… Read more…

Hyundai suggests it has taken a giant leap in EV battery technology, filing a patent for an all-solid-state EV battery system in the US. The company aims to bolster battery stability and energy density, striving for longer-lasting and superior-performing electric vehicles. The patent, titled “All-Solid-State Battery System Provided with Pressurizing Device,” was granted on December 28, 2023. Unlike traditional lithium-ion… Read more…

A few hours ago, BYD reported its sales numbers for 2023, and we let you know it sold 1,574,822 pure electric EVs last year. Now it’s time for Tesla to report the same thing, and the numbers may be closer than you would have expected – or, differently put, BYD is now getting really really close to Tesla. Tesla delivered… Read more…

Porsche has unleashed a new beast onto the Nurburgring, smashing its own records with the upcoming Taycan Turbo GT. This electrifying pre-series model has clocked an impressive 7:07.55-minute lap time, sending shockwaves through the electric car realm and putting Tesla Model S Plaid on notice. Although Porsche did not confirm the name of the fastest Taycan yet, it is quite… Read more…

We’re barely into the new year and some manufacturers’ sales numbers for 2023 are already out. Case in point: BYD. The Chinese behemoth sold 1,574,822 pure electric EVs last year. That’s 72.8% more than in 2022, and if that doesn’t signify amazingly robust growth, we don’t know what does. Pure electric EVs have accounted for 52.3% of BYD’s total passenger… Read more…

Xiaomi will be opting for a hybrid sales approach for its EVs with a mix of directly managed stores and dealerships. This decision was confirmed in the aftermath of the SU7 debut, the company’s first electric car. Xiaomi inked agreements with 14 sales and service partners, which will help it accelerate the establishment of sales and service channels. This innovative… Read more…

Guangzhou-based XPeng has officially unveiled its latest offering – the X9 MPV. It caters to families, promising spacious interior, advanced safety features, and intelligent driving capabilities. XPeng has priced the X9, starting at RMB 359,800 (€47,000), a significant drop from the pre-sale price of RMB 388,000 (€50,800). This maneuver, often seen in the playbook of Chinese EV manufacturers, is intended… Read more…

XPeng has significantly broadened the coverage of its XNGP (Navigation Guided Pilot) assisted driving feature, which aims to rival Tesla’s forever-delayed FSD (Full Self-Driving). The expansion, encompassing 191 additional cities, brings the total support to 243 cities. XNGP, XPeng’s Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), initially focused on highways and was aptly named Highway NGP. However, the company has now expanded… Read more…

Yet another collaboration between Huawei and an automotive company – this time BAIC BJEV – is set to unveil its first creation. We are looking at a spacious all-electric sedan slated for the limelight in the first half of 2024. Insiders from BAIC BJEV spilled the beans about the collaboration’s maiden vehicle, a medium-to-large pure electric sedan. The prototype, a… Read more…

Volkswagen Anhui, the offspring of a German-Chinese automotive alliance, has kicked off the production of the Cupra Tavascan destined for European roads. The company, created in 2017 as a collaboration between Volkswagen and Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group (JAC), recently unveiled its plans to leverage the local industry chain’s prowess for EV manufacturing, designed to cater to the discerning tastes of… Read more…

Hyundai Mobis, the tech division of the renowned car manufacturer, is ready to reveal its groundbreaking Mobion concept at the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in just over a week. Bucking the trend of typical electric vehicle launches, the Mobion is shrouded in mystery, but insiders hint that it will likely build upon the innovative foundation of the first Mobion… Read more…

In a whirlwind of a launch, Xiaomi, the tech behemoth, unveiled its SU7 electric sedan, boasting a serious 495 kW power output from its twin-motor setup and a sizable 101 kWh CATL Qilin battery, claiming an impressive 800 km range. The SU7 made a lightning-fast appearance at Xiaomi stores within 24 hours of its grand reveal, a sprint that hints… Read more…

If you like changing up your phone’s wallpaper from time to time to give it a fresh look, then you’ll be happy to know that Android Auto is now showing your current wallpaper on your car’s infotainment system. This will appear as the background of the app drawer on Android Auto, and is set to automatically show up by default.… Read more…

Tesla is facing heightened scrutiny as US senators, Edward J. Markey of Massachusetts and Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut, express serious concerns over the company’s response to reported suspension issues. A recent Reuters investigation suggested that Tesla not only knew about these problems but also allegedly shifted blame onto customers, resulting in out-of-pocket expenses for thousands of repairs. The automaker vehemently… Read more…

Yuanhang Auto, a high-end electric vehicle brand under the Dayun Group, unveiled its Y6 all-electric sedan on December 28. The price tag, ranging from RMB 329,800 to RMB 529,800 yuan (approximately €42,000 to €68,000), positions it as a contender in the upper echelons of the EV market. The selling point of the Y6 is its impressive 1,020 km range. Measuring… Read more…

VinFast, the Vietnamese auto giant determined to crack the American market, is ready for a big reveal at the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show (CES). The spotlight will be on their budget-friendly VF3 electric vehicle and a mysterious new EV concept that aims to keep the promise alive. In a surprising and rather brave move, VinFast plans to unveil the pint-sized… Read more…

Tesla’s much-anticipated Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta version 12.1 has begun its slow rollout, raising questions about its future deployment beyond employees and the validity of its “beta” distinction. Despite promises of a revolutionary shift in autonomous driving, skepticism lingers as Tesla faces yet another delay in achieving its self-driving goals. In a recent update, Teslascope revealed that FSD beta v12.1… Read more…