
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…
Category: ArenaEV
Xiaomi’s early EV success marred by payment controversy

Xiaomi made a huge splash entering the world of electric cars. Its first model, the sleek SU7 sedan, was followed by the YU7, which was met with enthusiasm and a long list of pre-orders. But for a growing number of those early customers, the initial excitement is turning into frustration as they face an unexpected and uncomfortable demand from the… Read more…
Tesla board awards Elon Musk $26 billion pay package, bypassing shareholders

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

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

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…
How to Disable Driver Assistance Features in the Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce

Modern car safety features have saved countless lives and keep getting better every year. They help prevent accidents, but sometimes, these features can be implemented in ways that might do more harm than good, which is why many owners wonder if it’s possible to turn them off and how to do it if so. We already did an article explaining… Read more…
Lynk & Co 02 review

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

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…
BMW starts series production of electric motors for the Neue Klasse

Today, BMW has proudly announced the start of series production of the electric motors it will use in the Neue Klasse. These ‘Gen6’ motors will be made at the company’s plant in Steyr, Austria, at least initially – the facility is said to be “the first production site” for them, not the only one. Once made in Steyr, they will… Read more…
Skoda Vision O concept previews an all-electric Octavia wagon

Skoda is giving the world another peek of its upcoming electric station wagon. The Czech automaker has released a teaser image of its new “Vision O” concept car, a direct preview of what will become the first-ever all-electric Skoda Octavia, one of Europe’s most popular family cars. The full concept will be unveiled at the Munich IAA mobility show this… Read more…
Xiaomi delivers over 30,000 EVs in July, YU7 waiting times stretch to H2 2026

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…
Tesla Robotaxi arrives, but is actually operated by a human

Tesla has officially brought its ride-hailing service to the San Francisco Bay Area, operating under the futuristic “Robotaxi” brand. Users in the region can now summon a Tesla through a dedicated app. However, the launch comes with one very human-sized catch: a person is still doing the driving. The name on the app suggests a leap into an autonomous future,… Read more…
Onvo L90 arrives with $25,000 starting price

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…
Tesla makes €3.67 billion battery deal with LG

In a bid to lower its dependence on China’s CATL, the world’s biggest battery producer, Tesla has reportedly signed a €3.67 billion deal with Korea’s LG Energy Solution. The deal will see LG supply Tesla with LFP batteries from August 2027 and until the end of July 2030. LG Energy Solution is the largest Korean battery maker. The deal includes… Read more…
Lucid Air unlocks hands-free driving with new software update

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

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…
BMW goes all in on electric cars as financial headwinds mount

The folks in Munich are navigating a tricky road. While the BMW Group managed to sell over 1.2 million cars in the first half of 2025, keeping sales stable, its profits tell a different story. The German automaker reported pre-tax earnings of over €5.7 billion, but that figure is a big drop from the same period last year. The culprit?… Read more…
Tesla plans a smaller Cybertruck version in the future

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…
2027 Chevrolet Bolt official teaser images are out

GM has been teasing the next-generation Chevrolet Bolt for a very long time now, and today it’s back with our first official glimpses at the EV. The teaser images don’t show the car in its entirety from any angle, as you may expect – we’re sure more teasers will be released in the future and we’ll slowly get the full… Read more…
Tesla pulls the plug on new Model S and X orders in Europe

If you live in Europe and were waiting to order the updated Tesla Model S or Model X, you are, for the moment, out of luck. In a quiet but significant shift, the American automaker has removed the option to configure its two flagship electric cars from its European websites. Previously, visiting Tesla’s website to buy a Model S or… Read more…

