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Tesla Model Y arrives in India, but sticker shock may spoil the party

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Tesla has officially begun delivering vehicles to private customers in India. The American car company handed over the keys to its first Model Y this week in Mumbai, celebrating the beginning of its retail operations in one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing auto markets. Unfortunately, the moment is shadowed by a price tag that turns the popular electric SUV… Read more…

BYD’s Yangwang U8L is a $180,000 luxury SUV that can float

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Chinese automotive giant BYD is pushing deeper into the ultra-luxury market with the official launch of the Yangwang U8L, a massive six-seat SUV packed with extreme performance and unconventional features. The new U8L carries a starting price of RMB 1.28 million, or nearly €154,000, with first deliveries scheduled for late September. The Yangwang U8L is an extended version of the… Read more…

Cheapest Tesla Cybertruck version is dead

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Tesla launched the cheapest version of the Cybertruck back in April. The Long Range RWD Cybertruck started at $70,000. It was still more expensive than the initially promised $61,000 price, but significantly cheaper than the next available version, which goes for $80,000. Today, the Long Range RWD Cybertruck is no more. Tesla has quietly discontinued it, erasing any trace that… Read more…

High-performance electric wagon dream dashed as Audi scraps RS6 E-tron

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Audi has reportedly canceled the all-electric RS6 e-tron, sending ripples through the electric vehicle community. This quite surprising decision was made apparently because of a weak market demand for high-performance electric cars, leaving many enthusiasts disappointed. The RS6 e-tron was meant to be a revolutionary vehicle, an all-electric twin to the forthcoming plug-in hybrid RS6 Avant. Spy shots of aggressively… Read more…

Italdesign’s VW EVX is a two-door electric crossover we’ll probably never drive

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In the modern automotive world, and especially in the growing market for electric cars, the term “coupe crossover” has become a bit of a marketing puzzle. Carmakers often use it to describe a standard four-door SUV with a slightly more sloped roofline. It seems the definition of a coupe – a car with two doors – has been conveniently forgotten.… Read more…

Linktour enters Europe with L-Series city electric cars you can customize

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Another EV company from China has arrived in Europe, and it’s bringing a fresh take on urban driving. Linktour Automotive made its official debut at the IAA Mobility 2025, bringing to the show two compact electric vehicles designed for navigating busy city streets in style. The company’s new L6e and L7e models offer a bit more than just transportation, though.… Read more…

CATL’s new Shenxing Pro battery promises a 10-minute charge for European EVs

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The world’s largest battery manufacturer, CATL, has unveiled a new battery technology designed to solve the biggest headaches for electric car drivers: range anxiety and long charging stops. Revealed at Europe’s IAA Munich auto show, the new Shenxing Pro battery promises to deliver incredibly fast charging and impressive longevity. The new technology will be available in two distinct versions, each… Read more…

Mercedes-Benz shrinks the legend: electric “Mini G” is officially coming

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The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is an unmistakable icon on and off the road. Its boxy, military-derived shape is a symbol of rugged capability and unapologetic luxury. But now, the German automaker is officially preparing to bring that legendary formula to a smaller package. After years of rumors, top executives have confirmed that a “Mini G-Class” is in development, and it’s bringing… Read more…