After quite a few years of anticipation, Tesla’s driverless ride-hailing service finally went live, deploying a small fleet of Model Y electric cars on the streets of Austin. The service started operating this morning and is a carefully controlled and invite-only affair, offering us a teaser of an autonomous future. The @Tesla_AI robotaxi launch begins in Austin this afternoon with… Read more…

In a surprising twist, Kia is doubling down on its upcoming entry-level EV2. Before the standard model has even hit the streets, a new, more stylish coupe version has been spotted, suggesting the Korean automaker has ambitious plans for the affordable EV segment in Europe. Images of a car carrier in Korea revealed the Kia EV2 Coupe, a sleeker version… Read more…

Volkswagen gave the world the iconic GTI, and now the company is quietly engineering a new electric beast that – if done right – could redefine the small performance car. The affordable, front-wheel-drive ID. 2 is getting ready for a 2026 debut, but VW’s high-performance R division is reportedly working on a much wilder variant: the ID. 2 R. And… Read more…

After years of bold predictions and shifting timelines, Tesla is finally rolling out the early access version of its Robotaxi service. Starting June 22, a select group of users in Austin, Texas, can hail one of the company’s electric cars for a ride. Unfortunately, those expecting a futuristic, fully autonomous experience might be surprised to find a Tesla employee riding… Read more…

It’s no secret that Tesla’s Cybertruck sales aren’t going well, and even the company’s trade-in quotes are absurdly low. Now, Tesla is pausing Cybertruck and Model Y production once again, but this time around the reason is not low demand. An internal email to employees says Tesla will pause production on June 30 for only a week and use that… Read more…

In the world’s most competitive electric car market, simply offering a new model isn’t enough. Automakers need a unique edge. General Motors’ Buick brand believes it has found one for its updated Electra E5 in China, making a promise that directly confronts a major fear for potential EV buyers: battery fires. The company is so confident in its technology that… Read more…

One of the most persistent myths about electric cars revolves around the big, expensive battery pack. Skeptics often question the longevity of these high-voltage hearts with a familiar narrative: “You’ll be forking over a fortune for a new battery in just a few years.” Well, they might be wrong. A growing mountain of real-world data is systematically dismantling this myth,… Read more…

There has been a recurring theme in conversations among Lucid Air owners. While the all-electric sedan has an impressive range and futuristic design, the absence of Android Auto has been a persistent annoyance for many. This week, Lucid Motors finally addressed one of its most requested features, rolling out Android Auto support to all Air vehicles via an over-the-air software… Read more…

When the European Union erected a tariff wall last year to slow the influx of Chinese-made electric cars, the intended message was clear: protect domestic industry. However, Chinese automakers seem to have read a different memo. Instead of retreating, companies like BYD, Geely, and SAIC have executed a strategic pivot that has seen them not only weather the storm but… Read more…

In a world where collaborations can often feel forced, Porsche has teamed up with Italian fashion house Ferragamo to create a pair of special-edition cars celebrating Porsche Italia’s 40th anniversary. But this isn’t just about slapping a fancy logo on a dashboard – this is a deep dive into custom colors and materials, creating something uniquely Italian yet with German… Read more…

Ford is no stranger to the treacherous mountain roads of Pikes Peak, and this year, it’s bringing a new electric beast to the fight. The company has unveiled its latest creation, the Ford Super Mustang Mach-E, an all-electric race car specifically engineered to conquer the legendary hill climb. Built from the ground up on a unique chassis, the Super Mustang… Read more…

The Nissan Leaf, a vehicle that for many represents the dawn of the mass-market electric car, is undergoing its most significant transformation yet. Shedding its familiar, friendly hatchback form, the next-generation Leaf emerges as a sharp, modern crossover. The company is betting that a complete redesign, coupled with major performance and technology upgrades, will attract a new wave of buyers… Read more…

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is getting significant updates aimed at making it a more formidable adversary to the undisputed king of the segment, the Tesla Model 3. With a larger battery, subtle design tweaks, and access to Tesla’s vast Supercharger network in the US, Hyundai is doubling down on its “electrified streamliner.” After its official unveiling at the 2022 Busan… Read more…

German manufacturer MAN Truck & Bus has officially started series production of its new electric trucks. At its main plant in Munich, the company is now building battery-electric rigs on the very same assembly line as its traditional diesel-powered models. MAN CEO Alexander Vlaskamp, present for the launch, called the moment a historic turning point for the nearly 270-year-old company.… Read more…

IM Motors, part of SAIC Motor, released the LS7 full-electric SUV in February 2023 and is now giving it an upgrade. However, the upgraded model phases out three variants, and now only the Ultra trim remains available. This is likely IM Motors’ response to Xiaomi’s upcoming YU7 SUV expected later this month. The new LS7 is offered only in AWD… Read more…

The latest flagship model from the expansive stables of Stellantis is now available to order. The DS N°8 is a premium all-electric SUV coupe that wants to ambitiously carve out a niche for itself in the luxury electric vehicle market. The brand touts the N°8 as the “purest expression of the French Art of Electric Travel,” but the ambitious pricing… Read more…

The Chinese tech giant is fast-tracking the release of its second electric vehicle, the YU7 SUV, moving the launch from July to the end of June. The company’s founder and CEO, Lei Jun, confirmed the accelerated timeline on the social media platform Weibo, stating, “We are preparing, see you at the end of the month!” Following the success of its… Read more…

Modern car safety is responsible for saving a huge number of human lives and thankfully cars get safer and safer every year. Cars not only protect the passengers better in the event of a crash, but also sense and prevent accidents on their own. However, some of these features tend to have a more negative than a positive application and… Read more…

The global electric car market is growing fast in 2025, but a closer look at the sales numbers reveals a divided landscape. China shatters sales records, Europe maintains a steady pace, but North America’s EV adoption has slowed to a crawl. Through the first five months of 2025, global sales of electric vehicles have soared to 7.2 million units, a… Read more…

For a few years now, Volkswagen has teased the world with the promise of an electric GTI, a battery-powered heir to its legendary hot hatch throne. But while the German auto giant was busy making promises, its French rival, Peugeot, was busy building. In a surprise move at the Le Mans 24 Hours race, Peugeot pulled the covers off the… Read more…