
According to Tesla’s configurator in the US, the company is discontinuing the Autopilot feature. You can no longer add it to your Tesla, and instead, you can only add Traffic Aware Cruise Control on top of the Standard package. This decision likely comes after California threatened Tesla that it would impose a 30-day suspension of its manufacturing and dealer licenses… Read more…
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2026 Renault Scenic E-Tech real life range test

The Renault Scenic nameplate is fundamentally connected with MPVs and families traveling. It is one of the symbols of compact practicality and now, for the first time ever, the fifth generation is powered only by electric energy with no ICE variants. So, to check if the Scenic remains a useful and practical companion, we conducted a range test of the… Read more…
The refreshed Xiaomi SU7 sedan gets 100,000 orders in two weeks

Earlier this month, Xiaomi unveiled a slightly refreshed version of its first ever EV, the SU7 sedan. It comes with more power, improved safety features, and longer range, but you are paying a marginally higher price for it. People in China definitely don’t seem to mind the price hike, though, as it’s been reported today that Xiaomi has already received… Read more…
Tesla stock jumps on “Driverless” claims, but video reveals a different story

Elon Musk made a big announcement on Friday that sent Tesla’s stock price climbing. The CEO posted on X that Tesla started its Robotaxi drives in Austin, Texas, with “no safety monitor in the car.” Investors loved the news. Tesla shares went up by over 4%, which added billions of dollars to the company’s value. But a closer look at… Read more…
Are solid-state batteries finally coming? 2026 is when Geely will start making them

We all have heard promises about a “super battery” that would change electric cars forever. This technology is called the solid-state battery, and it promises to make EVs safer, charge faster, and drive much farther on a single charge. But for a long time, this felt like a distant dream. It seems the wait is finally ending, and 2026 has… Read more…
CATL delivers new sodium-ion batteries for electric trucks

Drivers in cold climates have always worried about how EVs handle freezing temperatures. Most batteries lose power when the mercury drops, leaving drivers either stranded or charging for hours. Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited, better known as CATL, has unveiled its latest solution to that problem. During a high-profile event, the company launched the Tectrans II battery series, featuring the… Read more…
Volkswagen takes back the electric crown from Tesla in Europe

The race for the top EV seller title took an unexpected turn last year. Until now, it looked like Tesla could never be beaten. Unfortunately for the American automaker, the old guard is back, with Volkswagen taking the number one position for electric vehicle sales in Europe. This is a major shift in the car market, and it shows that… Read more…
Mitsubishi is readying a hot hatch EV made by Foxtron

Mitsubishi and Nissan established a partnership last year to share infrastructure and technology for electric vehicles in the US. In Australia, Mitsubishi is picking Foxtron as its partner for the upcoming EV hatchback. Foxtron Bria Foxtron is the car-making division of Foxconn, the manufacturer that produces iPhones and other devices. Reports suggest that Mitsubishi’s car will primarily be based on… Read more…
Mitsubishi is readying a hot hatch EV made by Foxtron

Mitsubishi and Nissan established a partnership last year to share infrastructure and technology for electric vehicles in the US. In Australia, Mitsubishi is picking Foxtron as its partner for the upcoming EV hatchback. Foxtron Bria Foxtron is the car-making division of Foxconn, the manufacturer that produces iPhones and other devices. Reports suggest that Mitsubishi’s car will primarily be based on… Read more…
BMW teases the 2026 iX3 long-wheelbase for the Chinese market

BMW is working on a new version of its new and already popular SUV. The company shared details about the BMW iX3 Long Wheelbase – quite a different vehicle from the standard iX3 we usually see. It was designed specifically for customers in China who want more room in the back. Unfortunately, the rest of the world gets only the… Read more…
Mercedes CEO Ola Kallenius previews the upcoming new S-Class

In a short video, Mercedes’ CEO Ola Källenius previewed the upcoming S-Class refreshed model. The car itself is camouflaged, so you can see only tiny bits of the new design. Even though the upcoming S-Class release is labeled as “refresh”, the CEO says that it’s the most “radical refresh” in Mercedes history to mark the 140th anniversary of the company… Read more…
Volvo returns to the fight: meet the 810-km 2027 EX60 and its rugged Cross Country sibling

The electric mid-size SUV segment is a crowded, noisy place, with competitors throwing everything they have at the customers, hoping something sticks. Volvo has been absent from this market for some time, but that’s because the company has been quietly cooking something special in Sweden. The wait is finally over. Volvo has pulled the covers off the all-new 2027 EX60,… Read more…
Rivian starts making the R2 electric SUV

The road to making a new car is long and difficult, and for Rivian, still a fairly young electric car company, the stakes are higher than ever. Last Thursday, the company reached a major goal at its factory in Normal, Illinois. It began building the very first versions of its newest model, the Rivian R2. For now, these first units… Read more…
Tesla plays the “Last Chance” card again for FSD transfers

Tesla is once again telling its customers that time is running out. The company sent out notifications to owners of its popular electric cars with a clear message: if you want to move your Full Self-Driving (FSD) software to a new vehicle, you must act now. The automaker has set a deadline of March 31, 2026. After that date, Tesla… Read more…
Zeekr 7X makes history on the sand

The desert can be a very difficult place for cars, and most of the time, large 4×4 trucks with gasoline engines are the kings of the dunes. But on December 31, 2025, a special version of the Zeekr 7X became the first all-electric car to ever climb the famous Moreeb Dune in Abu Dhabi. And in case you were thinking… Read more…
Kia previews upcoming flagship electric sedan

After a third straight year of record-breaking sales, Kia is ready to show off its most ambitious project yet. This new vehicle will be a “halo” car – it will represent the best technology and design the company has to offer. It does not have an official name yet, but experts believe it will be called the Kia EV8 or,… Read more…
Tesla Model Y Standard range test reveals surprising efficiency

The Tesla Model Y is still the most popular choice among electric cars in the United States. Many people associate the brand with high prices, but the entry-level Model Y Standard tries to bring electric driving to more families. This specific version starts at €35,540 in the US, which includes the necessary destination and order fees. To reach this lower… Read more…
Porsche’s electric models take the lead in Europe

In a huge turning point for the German automaker, Porsche plug-in vehicles outsold traditional gas-powered models across Europe for the first time ever. The latest data reveals that nearly 58% of all Porsches delivered to European customers last year were either fully electric or plug-in hybrids. This shift means that the majority of new Porsche owners on the continent are… Read more…
Xiaomi SU7 Max shatters record in 24 hour speed-endurance challenge

Electric cars are slowly moving away from squabbling over who has the biggest battery or the fanciest touchscreen. In China, carmakers are shifting toward a more brutal way to prove their worth: endurance. In the latest attempt, the next-generation Xiaomi SU7 Max took to a high-speed track to see exactly how much ground it could cover in a single day.… Read more…
Mercedes-Benz G580 review

There is hardly a person in this world that doesn’t instantly recognise the iconic boxy shape of the Mercedes G-Class. What started off as a military offroader has gradually turned into a global icon, conquering every inch of tarmac and many square miles away from it. Table of Contents: Exterior Interior Storage & practicalities Driving experience Ride comfort Tech features… Read more…

