
Audi’s Q6 e-tron has been a very long time in the making – back in 2022 it was supposed to go into production in 2023, for example. In the meantime, we’ve seen it undergo winter testing and cruising the streets of Denver, and in September last year Audi showed off its interior for the first time. But it still hasn’t… Read more…
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Kia EV9 discounts reach $7,000 in the US, but dealer markups still plague it

Kia had to resort to sending a letter to its US dealers practically begging them not to mark up the EV9’s price, and yet it seems like this is still going on – not at all dealers, naturally, but some are even now charging about $7,000 above MSRP. That’s an interesting amount, because $7,000 is exactly how much you can… Read more…
Chinese EVs face the heat – EU probe claims it uncovered unfair advantage

The EU is firing up the grill, and Chinese electric vehicles are feeling the heat. Brussels launched a probe into alleged government subsidies that could be giving Chinese carmakers an unfair leg up in the European market. The outcome could lead to tariffs and make those sleek Chinese EVs a lot less affordable, possibly throwing a wrench into their ambitious… Read more…
BMW’s “New Class” will spawn 6 electric cars

BMW, the automaker celebrated for its spirited driving dynamics, is poised to unveil a slew of electric cars in a radical shift toward battery-driven power. The new lineup dubbed the “New Class” in homage to a transformative period in the company’s history, represents more than just a new badge – it’s a complete overhaul of development, production, and BMW’s very… Read more…
Dodge Charger Daytona EV is here to recharge muscle car market

Dodge is making a rebellious stand in the electric vehicle market with its first all-electric muscle car, the Charger Daytona. While most EVs prioritize efficiency and eco-friendliness, Dodge came up with an electric car that delivers thrilling acceleration and a healthy dose of nostalgia. The heart of the Charger Daytona is an uncompromising powertrain. Gone is the iconic rumble of… Read more…
Report: Xiaomi SU7 sales to open at the end of this month

Xiaomi may be gearing up to officially launch its SU7 at a special event at the end of March. The information was reported by Lanjinger, citing unnamed internal sources. The event plays nicely with deliveries of the vehicle, which Xiaomi President Lu Weibing revealed are targeted for Q2. The report continues that Xiaomi has begun building its special 2S stores… Read more…
Euro NCAP will penalize cars that don’t have buttons for essential features

Euro NCAP is the automotive industry safety body that you probably know because of its extensive crash testing of new cars and awarding of stars to them. A five-star Euro NCAP rating is a coveted thing in the industry, even though the testing isn’t mandatory. Now, Euro NCAP has decided to take its focus on safety to another level starting… Read more…
Mercedes EQE tops real-life winter range test of 12 electric cars

Yet another massive range test is here, telling us more about how far EVs can really go. The team of WhatCar? took 12 EVs available in the UK and put them through an everyday range test. There was a mix of slow city driving and fast highway mileage, all cars were fully charged prior to the test and all were… Read more…
Nissan makes the Ariya up to $6,000 cheaper

Nissan is adjusting the price of the Ariya EV, and the adjustment is in your favor. The Ariya is now up to $6,000 cheaper than before. The entry-level Ariya Engage is $3,600 less, now with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $39,590. The cheapest model with the long range battery is $41,190. All of the options are detailed in the… Read more…
Nio’s first Alps branded EV brags that it’s better than the Tesla Model Y in spy shots

Nio is preparing the launch of its first sub-brand, which has so far tentatively been called Alps. This should release cars that are more affordable than Nio’s current offerings, and aimed at families apparently. The first car should hit the Chinese market in the second half of this year, and before that happens a lot of testing is necessary of… Read more…
Rivian R2 specs leak – is this the affordable EV we’ve been waiting for?

Rivian, the plucky EV startup that wowed the world with its adventure-ready electric truck and SUV, is about to pull the covers off its follow-up act. The R2, a smaller and more affordable electric SUV, has had its specs leaked just days before its official reveal. If these are true, Rivian could soon be a serious challenger in the highly… Read more…
Hyundai rumored to rename the upcoming Ioniq 7 to Ioniq 9

Hyundai is getting ready to make its first three-row electric SUV official this summer. So far, the car was referred to as the Ioniq 7, since it’s going to be based on Hyundai’s Seven concept, which was shown a back in 2021. And yet – this is Hyundai’s version of Kia’s EV9, which is already available. With that in mind,… Read more…
2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 unveiled – bigger battery, more buttons and new N Line trim

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is receiving a major upgrade for 2024. This revamp includes a significant battery expansion and a sleek new sports variant that hopes to give the Tesla Model Y some serious competition. For starters, the Ioniq 5 is ditching its smaller 77.4 kWh battery pack for a much larger 84 kWh option. This means you should get… Read more…
Nio launches NOP+ driver assist feature nationwide

Chinese luxury EV maker Nio claims to have one-upped Tesla and other Western rivals with a big announcement: the rollout of Nio’s Navigate On Pilot Plus (NOP+), a driver assistance feature that now works on almost every Chinese road. On the face of it, it seems Chinese electric vehicles are really pulling ahead of the industry unless Nio’s announcement is… Read more…
BYD reveals updated Yuan Plus with over $2,000 lower price

Let’s face it, electric cars can slap you with a price tag that gives you instant sticker shock. But things are starting to change – at least in China – and it looks like BYD may have fired the latest shot in the EV affordability wars. The Chinese New Year celebrations are over, the holiday season has finished and BYD… Read more…
Nissan might save Fisker with a $400 million investment

Earlier today it emerged that Fisker’s financials are in a dire state, with the company basically finding itself in a situation where it’s hanging by a thread. The startup warned investors it may even go broke within a year. And yet, it said it has a plan. One that involved new funds or a lifeline from another automaker. Now it… Read more…
Superchargers are about 35% more expensive for non-Teslas unless you pay a monthly fee

Tesla has opened up its Supercharger network in the US to non-Tesla vehicles using CCS to NACS adapters. Basically the entire industry in North America announced a switch over to the Tesla-developed NACS connector over the past few months, and yesterday Ford was the first company to start shipping adapters for its existing models. So now a lot of Ford… Read more…
Toyota talks tough on EVs: “We’d rather buy credits than waste money”

Toyota CEO, Ted Ogawa, isn’t holding back. The automaker known for its beloved Prius hybrid is taking a skeptical stance on electric vehicles. Ogawa claims EVs will only snag a measly 30% of the US market by 2030 and openly states Toyota would prefer to buy emission credits than “waste” money building electric cars. This surprising statement flies in the… Read more…
Fisker races against time amid financial woes and abysmal Q4 results

Henrik Fisker’s electric vehicle company, once hailed as a potential Tesla rival, is hanging by a thread. The California-based startup recently warned investors it may go broke within a year, a stunning reversal of fortune sending its stock tumbling. But Fisker remains defiant, claiming it has a turnaround plan – and it all hinges on securing a lifeline in the… Read more…
Color-changing BMW i5 is more than just a gimmick

BMW is known for its luxurious, high-performance vehicles, but its latest creation is turning heads for an entirely different reason. The BMW i5 Flow NOSTOKANA unveiled at the Frieze Los Angeles art fair, can change colors on command thanks to a collaboration with E Ink and South African artist Esther Mahlangu. BMW first debuted its color-changing E Ink technology at… Read more…

