
We are watching the biggest course correction the automotive world has ever performed. Stellantis, the auto giant that owns brands like Jeep, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Peugeot, Citroën, Opel, and DS Automobiles, among many more, shared its financial results for 2025. And the numbers are quite something else. The company reported a net loss of €22.45 billion. This is the first… Read more…
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Volvo lowers the bar for the EX30 with a new entry-level model

Volvo is changing things up for its smallest SUV in Europe. The 2026 Volvo EX30 is getting a new version that makes it easier for more people to buy. Some drivers always want more power, but Volvo thinks some people just want a stylish way to get around town without spending too much money. The new base model has less… Read more…
The 5th-gen Wuling Hongguang Mini EV gets a fresh look

One tiny electric car continues to prove that small and simple can be a massive success. Wuling has officially revealed the fifth generation of its famous Hongguang Mini EV – the best-selling micro EV on the planet – and the new updates should keep it at the top of the charts. Since it first arrived in July 2020, the Wuling… Read more…
Used Teslas duck the trend of falling EV prices

Until recently, people who wanted to buy a used EV in the US could count on a $4,000 tax credit from the government. That “free money” helped many buyers decide to skip the gas station. Unfortunately, that federal credit ended on September 30. Since that day, the market for used electric cars has split into two very different paths -… Read more…
Self-driving startup Wayve gets a $1.2 billion boost from tech and auto giants

The British company Wayve announced it raised €1.02 billion from some of the biggest names in the world. When you add in extra money already promised by Uber, the total new investment jumps to €1.28 billion. This huge pile of cash gives the company a total value of €7.34 billion. Major car companies like Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, and Stellantis (the company… Read more…
Lucid Motors reports doubled revenue in Q4, but it keeps bleeding money

Lucid Motors is moving into a busy new year with big plans for its electric cars. The company shared its financial results for the last year, and while it did not make as much profit as experts hoped, it did make more money from sales than expected. Now, the California company is looking toward 2026 as a bridge to its… Read more…
Waymo’s driverless robotaxis land in four more US cities ahead of international expansion

Waymo has expanded its driverless robotaxis to Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio in Texas and Orlando in Florida today. With these additions, the service is now up and running in ten US cities. As with all Waymo expansions into new cities, the service will initially be open to “select riders”, who will receive an invitation to take their first local… Read more…
Leapmotor reveals the interior of the upcoming A10 small SUV

Leapmotor is getting ready to release its newest model, the A10. Also known internationally as the B03X, this compact SUV just showed off its interior for the first time. The company plans to launch the car in China very soon, with a European debut following in the second half of 2026. This vehicle is a big step for the brand… Read more…
The new Kia EV4 GT spotted in Korea

Kia revealed its brand-new EV4 GT at the Brussels Motor Show, and we are already seeing the first units drive on public roads. The new model is part of a big plan by Kia to make high-performance versions of almost every electric vehicle they sell. From the small EV3 GT to the massive EV9 GT, the carmaker wants to prove… Read more…
Volvo recalls 40,000 EX30 electric SUVs to swap out battery packs

Volvo’s newest small SUV keeps giving the company a headache after a headache. The automaker announced a global recall of more than 40,000 Volvo EX30 models. The issue involves the high-voltage battery packs, which, according to reports, might catch fire under certain conditions. This is a huge blow for a vehicle that was supposed to lead the brand into a… Read more…
Tesla’s European sales dip again as competitors surge

The European car market is going through a massive shift, but one of its biggest names appears to be heading in the wrong direction. The latest data from the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) revealed that Tesla registered only 8,075 vehicles across the European Union, the UK, and EFTA countries in January 2026. This 17% drop, compared to January the… Read more…
BYD starts rollout of 1MW charging network

The race to make electric cars as easy to refuel as gas-powered ones took a giant leap forward. BYD has officially started installing its new “megawatt flash charging” stations across China, shifting the company from talking about fast charging to actually putting the tools in the ground for drivers to use. Industry experts at Deutsche Bank believe this rollout will… Read more…
Lamborghini scraps electric cars to protect its heritage

The roar of a high-performance engine is a signature sound for Lamborghini. The Italian brand has built its reputation on loud, fast, and exciting machines. Many people wondered if that sound would disappear as we move toward electric cars, and Lamborghini CEO Stephan Winkelmann sent a clear message to the automotive world: the company is not ready to go fully… Read more…
Nissan hits the brakes on its most affordable electric car for the US

Nissan confirmed it is pausing plans to release the most affordable version of its new Leaf in the US. This “entry-level” model was supposed to arrive later this year, but those plans are now on ice. For drivers waiting for a quality EV that doesn’t break the bank, this news is a bit of a letdown. The 2026 Nissan Leaf… Read more…
Lucid Motors trims staff, moves focus to future affordable SUV

Lucid Motors is making big changes to its team. The electric car company announced it is cutting its workforce by 12%. This decision was revealed by an internal memo shared with employees. Unsurprisingly, the company wants to make its operations run smoother and save money. Losing a job is never good news, but Lucid says this decision is necessary to… Read more…
Kia EV5 is about to get a major makeover

Even though the Kia EV5 started appearing on roads in places like Europe and Canada not that long ago, the carmaker is already testing a new and improved version. This midsize electric SUV first launched in China in 2023, but the latest sightings in South Korea show that a refreshed model is already on the way. Automotive photographers managed to… Read more…
2026 Renault Scenic E-Tech Long range review

The Renault Scenic first came to life 30 years ago and quickly became a popular choice among those looking for the practicality of a minivan in a smaller package. It was one of the pioneers of the MPV segment in Europe and a true versatility champion. Table of Contents: Exterior Interior Storage & practicalities Driving experience Ride comfort Tech features… Read more…
Chinese scientists build new electric car batteries from plastic

The batteries that we use to power electric vehicles rely on heavy metals like cobalt and nickel. Unfortunately, these metals are hard to find, are expensive, and often come from places with poor working conditions. But a new study published on February 18, 2026, shows that we might be able to trade those heavy metals for something much lighter and… Read more…
Major study reveals plug-in hybrids use four times more fuel than claimed

The automakers around the world paint plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) as the perfect bridge to a cleaner future. These vehicles carry both a battery and a gasoline engine, promising the best of both worlds. But a huge new study reveals that this “bridge” might be built on a very shaky ground. Research from the Fraunhofer Institute shows that these cars are… Read more…
A Hyundai Ioniq 5 prototype shows a button-less cockpit despite earlier promises

While most industries adopt touchscreens, and in most cases, that makes sense, in the car business there’s a significant push against the omission of physical buttons. And there’s a good reason why – burying essential controls like the A/C in menus on the infotainment screen raises safety and usability concerns. The dislike toward touchscreen controls is almost universal, so many… Read more…

