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Mercedes-Benz unveils its new “face of light” ahead of new electric GLC’s debut

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There’s no hiding the fact that some of Mercedes-Benz’s recent electric cars haven’t exactly been head-turners, often criticized for their smooth, soap-bar aesthetics that prioritized aerodynamics over character. Now the German automaker is responding with a vehicle that is impossible to ignore. In a teaser for its upcoming GLC electric SUV, Mercedes revealed a front-end design that has plenty of… Read more…

Tesla board awards Elon Musk $26 billion pay package, bypassing shareholders

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Tesla’s board of directors has approved a new compensation plan for CEO Elon Musk valued at approximately €22 billion. Described as an “interim award,” the new pay deal replaces a previous, larger package that was voided by a Delaware court and does not require approval from the company’s shareholders. This new pay arrangement is a direct consequence of the legal… Read more…

Europe’s EV market shifts gears as Tesla loses grip

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The European electric car market is going through a major transformation. Overall sales of EVs continue to climb, registering impressive 23% year-over-year increase with 361,000 units in June, but the story behind the numbers reveals a changing of the guard. The once unshakeable dominance of Tesla is facing serious challenges from legacy automakers, new Chinese brands, and a surprising comeback… Read more…

Spy shots reveal the 1,300hp Yangwang U7 GT that might never be

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Unfortunately, in the fast-moving world of electric cars, some exciting projects get axed as companies try to adapt to the changing market. This appears to be the story of the BYD Yangwang U7 GT, a high-performance electric shooting brake that was recently spotted with very little camouflage. Based on photos leaked by an automotive blogger, the U7 GT looked ready… Read more…

Lynk & Co 02 review

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Lynk & Co is the newest addition to the Geely family, the brand aiming to combine Volvo’s proven quality and safety expertise with Geely’s tech innovation. The brand was only founded in 2016, but it’s already gaining great momentum in Europe. Lynk & Co is known for its restrained aesthetics and cutting-edge tech features and its lineup mostly focuses on… Read more…

Tesla’s refreshed Model Y Performance finally breaks cover in California

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Few vehicles can generate as much interest as a new Tesla, and for months, there’s been a gap in the company’s lineup. But now, the missing piece of the puzzle has been found cruising the streets of California. A camouflaged prototype spotted near Tesla’s engineering headquarters in Palo Alto strongly suggests the high-performance version of the refreshed Model Y is… Read more…

Xiaomi delivers over 30,000 EVs in July, YU7 waiting times stretch to H2 2026

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Xiaomi has a problem, but it is the kind of problem most automakers would kill for: its new electric car is so popular that it can’t build them fast enough. The company announced it delivered over 30,000 electric vehicles in July, a new monthly record for its fledgling automotive division. This impressive figure is largely thanks to the overwhelming reception… Read more…

Onvo L90 arrives with $25,000 starting price

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Nio’s new electric car brand, Onvo, has officially just launched the L90, a full-size electric SUV designed for larger families. New electric cars are announced almost weekly, but the L90 stands out for one major reason: its price. With a battery rental plan, the L90 starts at just RMB 179,800, which is roughly €21,300. That’s less than the Renault 5… Read more…

Lucid Air unlocks hands-free driving with new software update

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Lucid Motors is proving that your vehicle can get smarter while it sits in your driveway, and rolls out a major software update that gives its Air sedan a significant new talent: hands-free driving. Starting this week, Lucid Air owners can activate the new features through an over-the-air (OTA) update. The update introduces “Hands-Free Driving Assist” and “Hands-Free Lane Change… Read more…

Ford’s Q2 2025 earnings show strong performance, but tariffs expected to slow down sales

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Ford published its Q2 earnings for this year, and the company beat analysts’ expectations, recording $50.02 billion in revenue, way more than the predicted $43.75 billion. That’s 5% year-on-year growth. However, despite the revenue growth, Ford still posted a $36 million net loss. One of the main offenders is the company’s Model E EV business, which lost $1.3 billion in… Read more…

Tesla plans a smaller Cybertruck version in the future

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During a Tesla investors’ event, the head of engineering, Lars Moravy, teased the Tesla Roadster, fueling speculations that Tesla’s supercar will finally arrive by the end of this year. During his speech, however, he also hinted at a smaller Cybertruck. Of course, the smaller Cybertruck isn’t planned to arrive anytime soon, but it confirms Tesla’s plans to make one in… Read more…