Tesla has rolled out another update for its aging premium electric cars, the Model S and Model X, but the changes are drawing more criticism than applause. The refreshed models are now more expensive, heavier, and, in the case of the high-performance Model S Plaid, slower. This latest revision seems to widen the value gap between Tesla’s top-tier offerings and… Read more…
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Apple will soon allow CarPlay users to watch videos
As of right now, you can’t watch YouTube videos while using CarPlay on your infotainment screen. It’s just a way to limit distractions while on the road. However, MacRumors found evidence that the company will soon enable the feature on CarPlay. Of course, the feature itself isn’t new. Some Android-powered vehicles and Tesla allow you to stream movies and videos… Read more…
Opel unveils its most powerful model – the Grandland Electric AWD
Opel has quietly introduced its most powerful vehicle to date, and it is not the performance-badged model one might expect. The new flagship is the Opel Grandland Electric AWD, a family-sized SUV that boasts a surprising 321 horsepower from a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive system. This new entry into the crowded field of electric cars shakes up the German brand’s lineup, offering… Read more…
Fiat, Ample and Free2move introduce a battery swap service in Spain
Free2move, Ample and Stellantis join forces on a battery swap project in Madrid, Spain, and after the testing period is now over, the three companies officially announced it’s start. It’s primarily aimed at providing a technical solution to the car-sharing market in the city. According to the companies involved, the battery swap service simplifies the use of EVs, reduces reliance… Read more…
Hyundai releases new Ioniq 6 N teaser
Thankfully, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N was not a one-time experiment. The automaker is officially expanding its high-performance N brand into the electric sedan world, confirming the upcoming 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 6 N. Through a series of teaser images, Hyundai has given us the first official glimpse of the bewinged, aggressive electric car set to challenge the performance EV market.… Read more…
XPeng G7 goes on sale with in-house AI brains and a competitive price tag
In what can only be described as an attempt to control its own technological destiny, Chinese automaker XPeng has unveiled its latest electric SUV, the G7. The new model enters the world’s most competitive EV market not just with an attractive price, but with a powerful new piece of hardware developed entirely in-house: the Turing AI chip. The biggest story… Read more…
BYD Yangwang U7 deliveries start
BYD, the undisputed giant in the world of electric vehicles, has officially begun deliveries of the Yangwang U7, the latest creation from its ultra-luxury sub-brand. The large electric sedan is rolling into showrooms across China, aiming to carve out a slice of the premium EV pie. It is the clearest intent yet from BYD to expand its dominance in the… Read more…
Xiaomi SU7 Ultra is the new King of the Nurburgring
Xiaomi didn’t waste much time with its new EV venture, and now it has raced to the top of the electric vehicle world. The Chinese tech giant has announced that its fastest electric car, the SU7 Ultra, has set a new lap record for production electric cars at Germany’s famed Nürburgring Nordschleife. The production model of the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra… Read more…
Xiaomi SU7 Ultra is the new King of the Nurburgring
Xiaomi didn’t waste much time with its new EV venture, and now it has raced to the top of the electric vehicle world. The Chinese tech giant has announced that its fastest electric car, the SU7 Ultra, has set a new lap record for production electric cars at Germany’s famed Nürburgring Nordschleife. The production model of the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra… Read more…
BMW reveals iX3 range, charging details
BMW is preparing to launch its most important EV yet and it’s kicking off the hype campaign. The upcoming BMW iX3 is promised to be a complete rethinking of what an electric car can be. Built on the dedicated EV platform called the “Neue Klasse,” or “New Class,” it won’t share the compromises of its predecessors, adapted from gasoline-powered cars.… Read more…
Tesla’s Robotaxi service set for Austin debut on June 22
After years of promises, Tesla is finally ready to launch its public Robotaxi service. Elon Musk announced a start date of June 22 for the first rides in Austin, Texas. However, the company acknowledges this date could change, reflecting the immense pressure and scrutiny surrounding the long-awaited debut. The initial rollout is planned to be a rather quiet affair. A… Read more…
Oppo and Volkswagen enter a licensing partnership for connected vehicles
Oppo and Volkswagen announced they signed a partnership deal, allowing the German automaker to use Oppo’s cellular standard-essential patents (SEPs), including those related to 5G connectivity. Vehicles nowadays are becoming smarter and require stable cellular connections for an increasing number of features to work properly. That’s why Volkswagen is making a deal with Oppo. The Chinese tech company ranks eighth… Read more…
Toyota bZ5 launches in China with shockingly low price
Toyota has launched its latest all-electric coupe SUV, aiming directly at the heart of the world’s most competitive market for electric vehicles. With an almost shockingly low starting price of RMB 129,800 (about €16,200), Toyota bZ5 reveals a fascinating strategy: to beat the competition, Toyota is teaming up with one of its biggest rivals. The secret to the bZ5’s aggressive… Read more…
Chevrolet steals Ford’s thunder, becomes number two EV brand in the US
A big shift is underway in the American electric vehicle market. Through the first five months of 2025, Chevrolet has officially outsold Ford in the electric car market, claiming the second spot behind Tesla. General Motors reported that from January through May, its Chevrolet brand sold approximately 37,000 electric vehicles. That’s more than Ford’s 34,000 units sold in the same… Read more…
First look at the all-electric Mercedes-Benz GLC
Mercedes-Benz is preparing to electrify one of its most popular models. The company recently offered a sneak peek at a prototype of its upcoming all-electric GLC, set to arrive in the spring of 2026. It seems there’s a major shift in the brand’s strategy for electric cars, as it plans to offer customers an electric version of a nameplate they… Read more…
Skoda puts Enyaq RS on flax fiber diet – the Enyaq RS Race Concept drops 300 kg
Skoda, the Czech automaker known for its no-nonsense vehicles, has decided to let its hair down a bit with a new concept car. The Enyaq RS Race, based on the all-electric Enyaq Coupe RS, is a track-focused machine that claims sustainable materials can lead to serious performance. By swapping conventional parts for components made from flax fibers, Skoda managed to… Read more…
Tesla begins autonomous driving tests in Austin ahead of launch
According to the Austin, Texas official website, Tesla is now registered as “Known AV Operator in Austin”, just like Waymo. The difference is, Tesla’s Robotaxi service is still in its testing stage, while Waymo’s is in “deployment.” The puzzling part is that Tesla is supposed to officially launch its service by the end of this month, which only leaves a… Read more…
XPeng G7 arrives with “AI brains” and a windshield that sees the future
Chinese automaker XPeng is rolling out its latest creation, the G7, a mid-size electric SUV that it claims is more than just another EV. XPeng is calling it the first “AI Car,” a bold statement that hinges on its powerful new computer brain and a high-tech windshield display developed with a familiar tech giant. The company is betting that smart… Read more…
Tesla’s robotic ambitions face human-sized problem with key departure
A shake-up in Tesla’s robotics division has cast a fresh shadow over one of its most hyped future products. Milan Kovac, the head of engineering for the Optimus humanoid robot program, has left the company, an important departure as Tesla pushes to meet its own aggressive production timelines. Kovac announced his exit on the social media platform X and stated… Read more…
Apple CarPlay gets widgets, a new design, and live activities
Apple says CarPlay is used more than 600 million times per day, and today at its big Worldwide Developers Conference keynote, the company had some news to share about it. The new Liquid Glass design of iOS 26 will extend into your car via CarPlay with a “consistent, expressive experience while you drive”. The new icons, Apple boasts, look great… Read more…