The sales of EVs might be going up and down, but the electric vehicle market is getting busier and more competitive. Audi has thrown down the gauntlet with its all-new Q6 e-tron quattro and made some bold promises. Those promises were put to the test, and Audi managed to outpace its rivals in a 1,000-km endurance test, proving its prowess… Read more…
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Honda embraces China’s EV revolution, cuts ICE vehicle production capacity
The winds of change sweep through the Chinese automotive landscape, and Honda sails along. Not just adapting but charging ahead. The Japanese auto giant announced it’s going to slash its gasoline vehicle production capacity in China by a whopping 290,000 units. This news comes as the country doubles down on its electrification efforts, leaving traditional carmakers scrambling to keep up.… Read more…
Volvo reevaluates all-electric strategy, hybrids take center stage
Swedish automaker Volvo is joining other brands and adjusting its course on the road to electrification. Previously committed to an all-electric future by 2030, Volvo is now considering a more prominent role for hybrid vehicles in its lineup. The shift is a response to varying global demand for electric vehicles and uncertainties in key markets like the US and China.… Read more…
2024 Tesla Model 3 Long Range review
Tesla’s smallest model to date – the Model 3, has been one of the best selling vehicles in the world ever since it first premiered in 2017. After six years of being a market favorite it was only logical for Elon Musk to present a successor that levels up the Model 3’s already fantastic reputation. This led to the unveiling… Read more…
Autonomous Volkswagen ID.4 masters Beijing’s rain-soaked roads
The latest autonomous technology demonstration from Horizon Robotics and Volkswagen has just been released in China. Amidst a relentless 30-hour downpour, a Volkswagen ID.4 equipped with Horizon Robotics’ SuperDrive technology successfully navigated the chaotic streets of Beijing, demonstrating the system’s impressive self-driving capabilities even in adverse weather conditions. The demonstration, captured on video, shows Dr. Yu Kai, Horizon Robotics’ CEO,… Read more…
Porsche shares Cayenne EV prototype pictures, confirms next generation is all-electric
The Cayenne changed Porsche forever when it launched, and it also shifted people’s perceptions regarding what a sportscar manufacturer can and can’t do (hi, Purosangue!). Its impact on the sportscar world can hardly be overstated, and so it lives on, with another revolution looming. The next generation Cayenne will be all-electric, Porsche has confirmed today in a press release. It’s… Read more…
Smart #5 Chinese debut confirmed for August 28
Smart, the former quirky city car brand known for its compact and efficient vehicles, is making yet another move into the electric SUV market. The company is ready to unveil its latest creation, the Smart #5, on August 28 in China. The Smart #5, revealed by the Chinese MIIT in June, offers a fresh design language that departs from the… Read more…
Ford’s electric dreams meet harsh reality as Q2 earnings reveal huge EV losses
The American automotive giant Ford has unveiled its Q2 2024 financial results, painting quite a contrasting picture of ambition and challenges. While Ford’s overall revenue surpassed expectations, reaching €44.55 billion, driven in part by a 6% increase in auto revenue, the company’s earnings per share fell short of projections, coming in at €0.44 compared to the anticipated €0.60. This sizable… Read more…
Electric Renault Twingo will be made in Slovenia
We have some great news for fans of automotive nostalgia. After a bit of back and forth with potential partners, Renault has made a decision: the iconic Renault Twingo is making a comeback, and much sooner than expected. With a promised starting price under €20,000, Renault boldly claims it will revolutionize the electric car market by offering an affordable and… Read more…
First pre-production Lucid Gravity SUV rolls off the line
The California-based electric vehicle manufacturer Lucid Motors has achieved a significant milestone in the development of its highly anticipated Gravity SUV. The company’s CEO, Peter Rawlinson, shared a video on LinkedIn showing the first pre-production Gravity model as it emerged from the paint shop at Lucid’s Casa Grande, Arizona factory. Finished in a sleek Infinite Black paint, the pre-production Gravity… Read more…
Tesla’s Mexico Gigafactory on hold as Musk cites potential tariff impact
The electric vehicle industry is no stranger to disruption, and Tesla, a company often at the forefront of innovation, has once again found itself navigating a changing landscape. The company’s CEO, Elon Musk, confirmed that plans for a new Gigafactory in Mexico are on hold due to potential tariff implications tied to the upcoming US elections. During Tesla’s latest earnings… Read more…
Upcoming Xiaomi MX11 SUV stars in a spy video
Xiaomi’s first EV, the SU7, has been a resounding success. Its second act, codenamed MX11, will be an SUV – or rather, a low-lying coupe-like SUV to be exact. This has been spotted in some spy shots from China a while ago, and now it’s back – this time in a video. So let’s take a look at the next… Read more…
Zeekr reveals another set of official photos of the MIX, changes inbound
Zeekr has unveiled yet another set of photos of the MIX, a compact electric MPV that blends MPV practicality with SUV-like styling. The MIX, set to launch later this year, has been stirring a lot of opinions with its unique design and innovative features. The latest set of the official photos of the MIX reveals significant changes from earlier prototypes… Read more…
Tesla’s Q2 2024: a paradox of growth and decline in the EV market
Tesla has unveiled its Q2 2024 earnings report, revealing a complex narrative of growth and setbacks in the ever-evolving EV landscape. While the company surpassed revenue expectations, reaching €23.76 billion with a 2% year-over-year increase, its automotive sales experienced a 7% dip, settling at €18.54 billion. This decline, coupled with earnings per share falling short of Wall Street’s projections at… Read more…
Road-legal 1,548 HP Xiaomi SU7 Ultra is coming in 2025
Well, that didn’t take long. After unveiling its wildest EV concept yet, Xiaomi confirmed the release of a road-going SU7 Ultra in the first half of 2025. Building upon the insane success of their initial SU7 model, this high-performance variant promises to deliver a truly unforgettable driving experience both on the track and on the open road. The SU7 Ultra… Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck gets ready for Canada and mysteriously appears in Europe
The Tesla Cybertruck, the most polarizing electric vehicle in the world, is gearing up for its Canadian debut after securing a crucial exemption from Transport Canada. This final regulatory obstacle, which centered around the Cybertruck’s unique steer-by-wire system, has been cleared, essentially giving Tesla the green light to launch the Cybertruck in Canada by year’s end. Cybertruck’s steer-by-wire technology, a… Read more…
Porsche backtracks on 80% EV goal by 2030
Porsche has now backtracked on its previously stated goal of aiming for 80% of its sales to be all-electric by 2030. The goal in theory is still there, but its achievement will be “dependent on customer demand and the development of electromobility”, the company told Reuters. That’s a pretty huge qualification for the statement, and waters it down to the… Read more…
Cadillac Sollei concept offers a glimpse into the future of American luxury convertibles
The American luxury automobile brand Cadillac has unveiled a breathtaking concept car that hints at a potential revival of its iconic convertible heritage. The Cadillac Sollei Concept, a two-door electric convertible, made its debut on Monday, captivating automotive enthusiasts with its striking design and modern interpretation of classic Cadillac aesthetics. Inspired by the brand’s illustrious past, the Sollei Concept wants… Read more…
The Mercedes EQC died more than a year ago and no one noticed
Remember the Mercedes EQC? No? Well, no one seems to. And Mercedes itself hasn’t been too kind to one of its first EVs ever. Launched in February of 2021, it has now come to light that Mercedes discontinued the EQC in the second quarter of 2023. So it’s been dead for more than a year, as the second quarter runs… Read more…
Zeekr 001 and Zeekr X debut in Mexico
Zeekr took its first steps on North American soil, but the company decided to give the US and Canada a wide berth for the moment and opted for a debut in Mexico instead. The Geely-owned brand has launched its flagship 001 sedan and the versatile X SUV, delivering on its promise of global expansion. Zeekr, despite its relative youth in… Read more…