Porsche is finding that the road to an all-electric future is paved with more than a few bumps. The highly anticipated battery-powered versions of its popular 718 Boxster and Cayman models have hit another snag. We were supposed to see them in 2026, but Porsche has now indicated that these electric sports cars won’t arrive until at least 2027 -… Read more…
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Volvo bets big on Google smarts for future electric cars
It’s a common grumble among car owners: the technology in their dashboards often feels years behind their super-slick smartphones. While your phone gets clever new tricks every few months, your car’s system can feel stuck in the digital dark ages. Swedish carmaker Volvo, however, is looking to flip that script, buddying up even closer with the tech giant Google to… Read more…
Tesla’s Robotaxi service is set for a cautious kick-off in Austin before wider rollout
The hotly anticipated Tesla Robotaxi service is apparently about to hit the streets, with company CEO Elon Musk confirming a launch in Austin, Texas, by the end of June. However, those expecting a sudden flood of driverless electric cars, zipping around the Texas capital, might want to temper their expectations. The initial deployment will be decidedly modest, starting with a… Read more…
The iconic Nissan Micra reborn as an all-electric city car
The Nissan Micra, a familiar nameplate for many small car enthusiasts, is charting a new course into the world of electric cars. After quite a hiatus, this compact runaround is set to return in 2025 as a sixth-generation model, this time exclusively as an electric vehicle. Nissan claims this new iteration captures the spirit of its predecessors – a stylish,… Read more…
Chery is already road-testing advanced solid-state battery
Automakers are constantly looking for ways to make electric cars go further on a single charge. One promising technology is the solid-state battery, and it appears Chinese carmaker Chery is making progress in this area. A test version of Chery’s Exlantix ET electric SUV was seen in China, sporting an “All-solid-state battery” sticker on its side and hinting at a… Read more…
Honda shifts gears, hybrid vehicles to bridge EV transition
Honda is adjusting its future course for electric vehicles, and pivots to hybrids as a key bridge in the ongoing transition to full electrification. The Japanese automaker announced it is scaling back its planned investments in next-generation electric cars and software, cutting the initial commitment by 30% from approximately €62 billion to €43.62 billion by 2030. Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe… Read more…
BMW starts testing i7 powered by solid-state battery
BMW has announced it is testing a special battery in one of its luxury electric vehicles, a BMW i7. This new battery uses what are called all-solid-state battery cells (ASSB), which could change how we think about electric cars. The batteries for the test vehicle come from a company called Solid Power, and they promise some exciting benefits. The main… Read more…
BMW starts testing i7 powered by solid-state battery
BMW has announced it is testing a special battery in one of its luxury electric vehicles, a BMW i7. This new battery uses what are called all-solid-state battery cells (ASSB), which could change how we think about electric cars. The batteries for the test vehicle come from a company called Solid Power, and they promise some exciting benefits. The main… Read more…
Lexus supercharges the RZ with more power, more range, and a manual shift experience
Lexus is turning up the volume on its all-electric RZ SUV for 2026, delivering a big boost in power, an extended driving range, and a surprising new feature. The updated Lexus RZ got comprehensive revisions aimed at delivering a more engaging and efficient electric driving experience. The 2026 RZ comes with a redesigned battery electric system – increased motor output,… Read more…
Toyota bZ5 EV ready for deliveries with modern looks and 630 km range
Toyota revealed the bZ3C concept at the 2024 Beijing Auto Show with 630 km range, and that concept just became a reality. Toyota named its new car bZ5, and it’s already rolling off FAW Toyota’s factory in China. Toyota bZ5 The pre-orders opened last month, and the vehicle starts at RMB 130,000 (~€16,200) and is offered in two variants -… Read more…
Tesla starts accepting Cybertruck trade-ins
The Cybertruck launched in December 2023, but despite Elon Must targeting a 250,000 units yearly production customer interest quickly waned. The supposedly long waiting list vanished within a couple of months as few opted to confirm them once they realized the truck achieves nowhere near the promised range and costs about twice as much. In a related issue those that… Read more…
Volkswagen confirms electric GTI details
For nearly five decades, the letters GTI have stood for something special in the car world. They marked a small car, the Volkswagen Golf, that was extra fun to drive thanks to a peppy engine with a fancy fuel injection system back when most cars used something simpler. Over time, the GTI badge also showed up on the smaller Polo.… Read more…
Geely Galaxy six-seat flagship SUV teased ahead of its debut
Geely’s premium Galaxy brand is quickly becoming a familiar name in the Chinese EV market. Fresh off a period of explosive sales growth, the brand just pulled back the curtain a little on its upcoming flagship SUV. The Geely Galaxy M9 is a large vehicle designed to carry six people in comfort and style, and is set to heat things… Read more…
Xiaomi set to debut YU7 electric SUV on May 22
Xiaomi is ready for the official unveiling of its first SUV, the Xiaomi YU7. The highly anticipated vehicle is set to debut this Thursday, May 22, at a special event kicking off at 7 PM Beijing time. This is a new chapter for Xiaomi EV that will enable it to better compete with established players, aiming at rivals like the… Read more…
Ford F-150 Lightning pulls ahead of Tesla Cybertruck in Q1
The competition among electric pickup trucks in America is heating up, and the early leader has just been overtaken. For a brief time, Tesla Cybertruck held the top spot as the best-selling electric truck, but new information shows it lost that title in the first three months of this year. The Ford F-150 Lightning, a more traditional-looking electric version of… Read more…
Renault 4 Savane concept goes wild with all-wheel drive
The much-loved Renault 4 is back, reborn as a small electric vehicle, and now Renault is showing off a tougher version that hints at more adventurous possibilities. The modern Renault 4 already turned heads by transforming from a simple gas car into a small electric crossover. The new concept model brings back another familiar name: Savane. But unlike the regular… Read more…
The new Toyota bZ is getting an off-road version called bZ Woodland
Toyota is announcing a new vehicle every other day for the last week or so. After the unveiling of the 2026 Toyota bZ and the 2026 C-HR EV, the company is now revealing the off-road version of the former – bZ Woodland, which is basically a twin brother of the Subaru Trailseeker EV. Toyota bZ Woodland The bZ Woodland offers… Read more…
BYD takes aim at Japan’s unique Kei Car market with new electric model
Chinese electric vehicle powerhouse BYD is setting its sights on one of the final corners of the automotive world it hasn’t covered: the specialized market for mini-vehicles known as “kei cars.” Leaked spy photos show BYD is in the advanced stages of development of a brand-new electric car to fit Japan’s strict rules for these tiny but popular vehicles. Kei… Read more…
Apple and Aston Martin announce CarPlay Ultra – a next-generation infotainment system
Apple is finally rolling out its next-generation infotainment system – CarPlay Ultra. The software was announced in December 2023 and was supposed to launch last year, but it got delayed. Aston Martin will be piloting the CarPlay Ultra rollout and the two companies released a short teaser on YouTube showcasing some of the features. As promised, CarPlay Ultra offers much… Read more…
Updated Leapmotor C10 arrives with lower price tag
Leapmotor just rolled out an updated version of its C10 SUV. This five-seat EV is a key player for the company, and the new model comes with some interesting changes, especially in the price department. Known for offering more affordable electric vehicles, Leapmotor is pushing the C10 out the door with a starting price tag that might make some people… Read more…