
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…
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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…
Ford starts handing out free NACS adapters for the F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E

A lot of EV makers have, over the past few months, announced deals with Tesla for access to its Supercharger network in North America. In return, said EV makers adopted Tesla’s NACS connector for their future vehicles, while for the ones already on sale, all promised adapters would become available at some point. Ford is now the first one to… Read more…
Dodge Charger EV to debut on March 5

Electric cars are taking over, and even beloved muscle-car giants feel the pressure to go green. Last year, Dodge announced its plan to reinvent the iconic Charger as an all-electric powerhouse. Now, the wait is finally over – Dodge is set to unveil its electric Charger EV in a week, trying to make good on its promise for a unique… Read more…
VW and XPeng’s first jointly developed car will be an SUV

Last year Volkswagen took a big stake in Chinese EV maker XPeng, and that resulted in it gaining access to the electronic and electric architecture of the G9. At the time, plans were announced for the two brands to jointly develop two EVs for the Chinese market, and now we know which one will come first. It will be an… Read more…
Renault is talking to VW about co-developing a cheap, small EV

Renault and Volkswagen are currently engaged in “good discussions” about developing a small and cheap EV together, which could stave off the Chinese invasion of cars that are cheaper than their European counterparts. Along with waning demand for EVs, this is the biggest problem that European companies like Renault and Volkswagen might be facing more of in the future, especially… Read more…
2024 VW ID.4 lands in US with better range, price bump

The refreshed ID.4 electric crossover is finally making an appearance at the US dealerships. The new model comes with a price hike, updated tech, and importantly, that sweet $7,500 federal tax credit eligibility. The wallet sting starts with the 2024 ID.4 Standard – now at $39,735. That’s over $700 more than last year. Ouch. The fancier Pro model gets close… Read more…
Refreshed Aion Hyper GT comes with Level 3 self-driving

GAC Group has updated its Aion Hyper GT. The new version is exactly the same as its predecessor but adds Level 3 autonomy into the mix. Priced at around €34,400 (RMB 259,900), Hyper GT is packed with three laser radar sensors, 12 cameras, six mmWave radars, an infrared night vision camera, and even a super-powered MDC610 chip for its “deep-learning… Read more…
Mercedes EQS SUV 580 review

Mercedes was among the first brands to offer a luxury SUV with the ML, which debuted in the late 90s and became an instant hit. Its lineup has been expanding ever since and it’s only logical to introduce an electric SUV as well. This is exactly what we’re testing today – the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 580 4Matic. Table of Contents:… Read more…
Musk: Tesla Roadster coming next year with sub-1s 0-60 mph time

Remember the Tesla Roadster? Of course, you do – it’s the perpetually delayed sports car that Elon Musk has teased for years. With wild promises about record-breaking acceleration, space-age technology, and enough hype to fill the Grand Canyon, the Roadster is supposed to redefine electric performance. But lately, the updates have been few and far between, leaving enthusiasts and curious… Read more…
BYD refreshes Han and Tang EVs, slashes their prices

Chinese EV giant BYD, the undisputed king of the world’s largest electric car market, has turned up the heat once again. The company has launched updated versions of two of its popular flagship models, the Han sedan and Tang SUV, with prices slashed for good measure. BYD calls these new models “Glory Editions,” and the company confidently promises they’ll undercut… Read more…
MG 9 and MG S9 premium models debut in Geneva but they are hiding a secret

SAIC Motor, China’s largest automotive manufacturer, is at it again. The state-owned behemoth loves playing dress-up with its massive portfolio of brands, making it harder to track which models are truly unique. The British-turned-Chinese MG brand unveiled two new upscale electric cars – the MG 9 sedan and the MG S9 crossover SUV at the Geneva Motor Show. But under… Read more…
Zeekr 001 gets a 2024 refresh with more power and lower price

The original Zeekr 001 debuted back in 2021 and added a high-performance version last year and entered the European market. Now the Geely-owned manufacturer decided it was time for a refresh. Although the new 2024 Zeekr 001 retains the same exterior, the company added a couple of upgrades to all four available trims and lowered the price of some, too.… Read more…

