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Xiaomi Sky Nomad N90 moves from a teaser to a real family SUV in twenty-four hours

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Yesterday, the auto industry was trying to figure out what Xiaomi meant when it teased a new product name called Sky Nomad. Today, the Chinese smartphone maker removed all the mystery by revealing the final look at its first full-size SUV, the Sky Nomad N90. The quick twenty-four-hour sequence marks a completely new chapter for a company that only started… Read more…

Mercedes EV sales are up 51%

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Mercedes just announced that its battery electric vehicle sales rose 50% in the second quarter of this year (April-June) compared to the same period last year, and 25% if compared to the first quarter of this year (January-March). Mercedes sold 63,000 EVs in Q2, and 113,300 in the first half of this year in total. The January to June number… Read more…

BMW iX3 is the first vehicle to earn a 5-star rating under ANCAP’s new tougher rules

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Every three years, Euro NCAP and ANCAP (Australia’s NCAP) work together to revise and introduce new criteria for vehicle safety. The new 2026 rules are in effect, and BMW’s new iX3 just scored the maximum 5-star rating at Euro NCAP and ANCAP. Interestingly, this is the first vehicle to score five stars after the new, stricter rules for 2026 were… Read more…

New Jersey proposed autonomous law could exclude Tesla camera-only tech

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Developers of electric cars and autonomous systems can’t seem to agree on how driverless vehicles should see the world. Tesla stands on one side of this debate, betting billions of dollars that digital cameras and artificial intelligence can fully replace human eyes. Almost every other major competitor chooses a different path, combining cameras with active radar and laser-based sensors. Tired… Read more…

Geely Aegis “Gold Brick” battery breakthrough delivers over 1000 kW charging

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EV manufacturers used to focus almost entirely on maximum driving range, wanting to prove that electric cars could travel long distances on a single charge. Today, the battery landscape is shifting dramatically. Car manufacturers are now fighting over how quickly a vehicle can recharge its battery pack – no one really wants to spend half an hour sitting at a… Read more…

Small footprint, big style: the tiny Fiat Topolino arrives in America

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The American automotive market has officially welcomed its smallest member. Fiat launched the ultra-compact Topolino in the United States to give drivers an alternative to standard golf carts and utility vehicles. This machine is so small it does not even qualify as a traditional automobile. The Italian brand wants to capture the growing micromobility sector by offering a tiny option… Read more…

Volvo brings Apple Music to more than two million cars, offers three months free

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Today, Volvo has announced that it is starting to integrate Apple Music onto more than two million of its cars through an over-the-air software update. Also, the EX60 will come with Apple Music pre-installed when the first people receive their cars this summer. Volvo is offering “up to” three months of Apple Music for free to its customers to celebrate… Read more…

Geely Galaxy TT – another electric sedan from China

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Geely has officially revealed its latest electric sports sedan, the Geely Galaxy TT. The vehicle immediately drew attention because its exterior styling looks quite similar to the Xiaomi SU7. The new electric fastback has been designed for the younger crowd who value modern looks and connected features. The profile of the Galaxy TT highlights the narrow headlights and the smooth… Read more…

The SUV variant of the Polestar 4 will launch this fall, official teaser confirms

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Polestar just teased its upcoming vehicle, the Polestar 4 SUV. The EV is, of course, based on the existing Polestar 4, which is marketed as “Performance SUV Coupe.” The full-fledged SUV, however, is larger, with more cargo space and a rear window. Yes, while the drivers of the regular Polestar 4 rely on the rear-mounted camera for looking back, the… Read more…

Subaru Trailseeker keeps its US price low to challenge mainstream EVs

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Subaru has a new top seller in its growing fleet of electric cars. The Trailseeker EV was only revealed a few months back, but it already has secured the position of the brand’s most popular electric SUV last month, outperforming both the Solterra and the smaller Uncharted models in total sales. This strong demand suggests a growing consumer appetite for… Read more…

China changes EV policy with some EREVs and hybrids no longer exempt from taxes

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Over the last decade, drivers across China have embraced electric cars at a rate that has surprised global analysts. This rapid adoption has turned clean-energy vehicles into mainstream options rather than a niche segment. This massive success means that the Chinese government no longer needs to support every type of green vehicle with aggressive financial incentives. In a major policy… Read more…

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB 350 4Matic real life range test with 19-inch wheels and summer tires

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Three-row SUVs are hardly your first thought when picking a car for urban driving, yet the Mercedes-Benz GLB 350 4Matic aims to change that. It combines seating for up to seven occupants with compact exterior dimensions, offering a practical solution for larger families that still need a vehicle suited to everyday city use. Mercedes brought the premium refinement expected of… Read more…