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Kia EV9 AWD GT-Line review

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Kia has been rapidly expanding its EV range and the latest addition is arguably the most exciting of them all. The EV9 is a large three-row fully electric SUV. Beyond that at the end of the year we expect to see the EV5 join the range with the same design, but in a body smaller than the EV6. In fact… Read more…

More details emerge about Zeekr MIX

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The words “minivan” and “exciting” don’t typically go together. But Zeekr, Geely’s premium electric vehicle brand, is determined to change that with its latest creation, the MIX. This futuristic electric minivan blends crossover-inspired style with groundbreaking practicality, challenging our preconceived notions of what a family transporter should be. While some details were revealed yesterday, courtesy of the MIIT filing, there… Read more…

Nissan and Honda join hands on EV development

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Confirming recent reports Nissan and Honda have announced a groundbreaking partnership to jointly develop electric vehicles. While the scope of their collaboration is still being defined, this alliance suggests a dramatic shift toward electrification amongst Japanese automakers. The partnership comes as Japan’s auto giants face fierce global competition in the EV market. Tesla and Chinese rivals like BYD have surged… Read more…

Skoda previews Epiq – a rugged electric crossover

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Czech automaker Skoda is aiming to deliver an affordable electric crossovers dubbed Epiq next year. This all-new EV – still at the design study stage – draws inspiration from the much-revered Skoda Yeti, offering a compelling mix of practicality, cutting-edge tech, and price around €25,000. Skoda’s “Modern Solid” design philosophy takes a bolder turn with the Epiq. Clean lines and… Read more…

Fisker’s future hangs in the balance – EV maker seeks bankruptcy advisors

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Fisker, once considered a rising star in the EV industry, is the latest to find itself in the crosshairs. After warning investors that its cash flow is drying up, the embattled EV company has reportedly brought in advisors to explore bankruptcy as an option. This news has triggered a staggering 50% plunge in Fisker’s already depressed stock prices. Despite posting… Read more…

Nio and CATL join forces to develop batteries with longer lifespans

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Nio and CATL have today signed a framework agreement concerning cooperation with regards to innovation in the R&D of longer-lifespan EV batteries, which will be compatible with Nio’s battery swapping technology. The agreement was signed by Shizhe Tzeng, Nio’s Vice President, and Huan Gao, the CTO of CATL’s China E-Car Business Unit. Also present at the signing ceremony were Alan… Read more…

Volkswagen unveils its most powerful wagon yet – the ID.7 GTX Tourer

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Volkswagen’s ID.7 Tourer is not even being delivered yet, and it already got an exciting update. The Volkswagen ID.7 GTX Tourer is a beastly electric wagon coming to replace the legendary Golf R wagon as the most potent long-roof model in the German manufacturer’s lineup. The ID.7 GTX Tourer features dual-motor, all-wheel-drive setup pumping out an impressive 335 combined horsepower.… Read more…

Zeekr Mix electric MPV revealed through MIIT filing

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Chinese automaker Zeekr is expanding its MPV market footprint with yet another offering. The Zeekr Mix, which promises to redefine the image of the family-friendly MPV, is a sleek and spacious vehicle. It packs a host of compelling features, promising a competitive price to go with its modern design language. Positioned to take on established players like the Volkswagen ID.Buzz,… Read more…

BYD e2 Honor Edition debuts with $12,400 price tag

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Chinese automaker BYD continues to slash prices in the increasingly competitive world of electric vehicles. Their latest salvo in the ongoing “price war” is the refreshed BYD e2 Honor Edition, a compact EV that’s big on features but remarkably small on price. Starting at just 89,800 yuan (€11,600), BYD aims to seriously undercut its gasoline-powered rivals and provide EV access… Read more…

Cadillac teases Opulent Velocity concept on the V-Series’ 20th birthday

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While the Celestiq might have conjured up the word “opulence” in your mind when you saw it (it definitely did for us), Cadillac isn’t content on letting that be its only opulent vehicle. In fact, the brand is running with the theme as today it started teasing an upcoming concept called Opulent Velocity. It doesn’t really get more Cadillac than… Read more…

Hyundai Ioniq 5 N price is out

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Hyundai finally unveiled the much-anticipated Ioniq 5 N last July, and it’s made its debut in North America in November. It will be available at dealers in the US later this month, and today we finally have pricing for it. The Ioniq 5 N costs $66,100 plus a $1,375 “freight” fee, for a total of $67,475. That’s it, this is… Read more…