According to the latest reports, South Korean auto giant Hyundai, under its luxury brand Genesis, is developing an extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) version of its popular GV70 SUV. This is a significant shift for Genesis as it ventures into hybrid territory for the first time. The GV70 EREV, currently under development at the Hyundai and Kia Namyang Research Institute, aims… Read more…

Tesla’s long-awaited Full Self-Driving (FSD) v12.4 update is finally rolling out, and it’s not just silencing the infamous steering wheel nag, as CEO Elon Musk promised. The update also includes a significant upgrade to Tesla’s driver monitoring system, which may have just put an end to the “sunglasses loophole.” For those unfamiliar with the Tesla vehicles, this refers to the… Read more…

Audi and SAIC signed a strategic memorandum to deepen their cooperation back in July 2023, but now the two companies are signing a joint operation deal to produce high-end EVs for the Chinese market. SAIC believes its smart and highly technological approach to making EVs and Audi’s decades-old expertise in manufacturing premium vehicles are a perfect match to develop high-end… Read more…

Emerging from the collaborative efforts of Changan and Huawei, the Deepal L07 is a new electric sedan that promises a blend of cutting-edge technology and sleek design and comes in pure electric and EREV configurations. Positioned as the “smart” sibling to the sporty Deepal SL03, the L07 boasts Huawei’s advanced intelligent driving system. The Huawei-Changan partnership results from a collaboration… Read more…

The electric vehicle scene is about to get a high-fashion makeover as Chinese automaker Avatr partners with fashion designer Kim Jones, the artistic director of Dior Men and Fendi womenswear, to create a limited edition version called 012 EV. As the name suggests, the 012 will be based on the Avatr 12, just as the 011 limited edition was based… Read more…

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 was first shown about four years ago and quickly became a best seller in the compact electric SUV segment. Its mix of retro and futuristic looks is very popular with the target buyers, while its ergonomic interior makes for many happy drivers. Our detailed review of this Hyundai Ioniq 5 77.4 kWh AWD is coming soon,… Read more…

Honda is committing to accelerate its transition into the electric vehicle market. The company has announced a substantial €61 billion investment by 2030 to develop a range of new electric models and solidify its position in the rapidly growing EV landscape. Honda aims to reclaim its market share from EV front-runners like Tesla and BYD. By doubling its investment in… Read more…

Renault and Volkswagen have ended their talks about developing an affordable EV together, according to a new report from Reuters. This would essentialy have meant VW would have used the upcoming Renault Twingo as a base for a cheap EV of its own. The German car maker allegedly walked away from the talks, which means it’s now forced to develop… Read more…

Earlier this week, Nio’s first sub-brand (of two planned so far) made its official debut in China with its first model, the L60. In the meantime, Nio founder and CEO William Li and Onvo president Alan Ai held a Q&A session with interested people, which revealed some interesting details about the future. Onvo’s next model will be a larger, 6-7… Read more…

You’ve probably heard about Nio’s battery swap service in China by now and just like Tesla, the company is trying to open up its network to other EV manufacturers who want to develop cars with swappable batteries. According to a local media outlet, FAW Group will soon become the 8th member to join the Nio-led alliance. The other six makers… Read more…

The updated Tesla Model 3 Performance was only unveiled last month its 510 horsepower and it’s already gone through a bunch of price adjustments. Initially launched for $52,990 in the US, undercutting the lower-spec Long Range model after tax credits, the Model 3 Performance quickly garnered positive reviews and significant attention. Tesla, perhaps encouraged by the car’s reception, has twice… Read more…

A heavily camouflaged prototype of Kia’s upcoming electric pickup truck has been spotted testing in California. The YouTube channel KindelAuto captured footage of the truck during a road test, offering a glimpse of what Kia has in store for the growing electric truck market. The prototype has a double-cab configuration and a size similar to Kia’s EV9 SUV so it… Read more…

BMW CEO Oliver Zipse announced yet more exciting details on the upcoming Neue Klasse electric vehicle platform. According to Zipse, BMW’s next-generation EVs will gain an impressive 300 km of range after just 10 minutes of charging. This feat will be enabled by the advanced 800-volt architecture. The Neue Klasse platform is a significant milestone for BMW as the company… Read more…

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer XPeng has officially entered the French market, expanding its international presence by launching two SUVs, the G9 and G6. This is a significant step in Xpeng’s “V 2.0” global strategy, bringing its advanced EV technology to a wider audience. XPeng G9 The G9, XPeng’s flagship model, is now available in France in three versions: Standard Range,… Read more…

At its annual developer I/O conference, Google announced a new strategy that should ultimately bring more apps to cars. As of now, about 200 million cars on the streets support Android Auto, while 40 car models offer Google built-in. So that’s why the company believes it’s about time to bring more apps to drivers. Obviously, cars with Android Automotive OS… Read more…

The Rivian R1S and R1T, initially launched as the epitome of off-road electric luxury, are set to receive a long-awaited software update. Rivian owners will soon be able to transform their electric vehicles into mobile entertainment hubs. Rivian has confirmed that a forthcoming update will introduce a native YouTube app, allowing users to enjoy their favorite videos directly on the… Read more…

It’s finally here. Nio’s first sub-brand, Onvo, has officially launched its first EV. Meet the Onvo L60. The car is meant to take on Tesla’s Model Y, and the pre-sale price of the L60, at CNY 219,900 (€28,400), is CNY 30,000 (€3,870) less than the Model Y’s. Deliveries of the L60 are set to begin in China in September. In… Read more…

Porsche has officially brought its Leipzig production facility to the EV era. After a substantial investment of nearly $1 billion, the factory has now began the highly anticipated Macan EV production. The Leipzig plant, a cornerstone of Porsche’s manufacturing operations, has undergone extensive renovations to integrate the Macan EV into its production line. A state-of-the-art body assembly line has been… Read more…

The winds of change continue to howl through Tesla’s headquarters. Renjie Zhu, the mastermind behind the Cybertruck’s manufacturing, has announced his departure from the company, adding another name to the growing list of high-profile exits since Tesla’s announcement of a 10% workforce reduction. The departure of Zhu isn’t the only news causing a stir. Rich Otto, the former head of… Read more…

Porsche announced the refreshed Taycan range back in February, and we’ve already seen an official range test. But now it’s time for a real-world range test, and this one features the Taycan 4S Sport Turismo specifically. It has been tested at 113 km/h, on German highways, and yes, that’s a very slow speed to go on a German highway, but… Read more…