Renault’s sporty brand Alpine is expanding its all-electric “Dream Garage,” and its latest offering, the A390 fastback, promises to blend heart-pumping performance with everyday practicality. This five-door electric vehicle is the most family-friendly model from Alpine yet, but don’t be fooled – it still packs a punch. The European and UK enthusiasts can mark their calendars for late 2025, but… Read more…
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Tesla’s European sales keep falling while EV market booms
More European drivers than ever are choosing to go electric with sales of electric vehicles climbing impressively. Yet one of the biggest names in the EV game seems to be hitting a big speed bump. While the party is in full swing for many EVs, Tesla’s invitation appears to have gotten lost in the mail, with its sales numbers telling… Read more…
Tesla’s European sales keep falling while EV market booms
More European drivers than ever are choosing to go electric with sales of electric vehicles climbing impressively. Yet one of the biggest names in the EV game seems to be hitting a big speed bump. While the party is in full swing for many EVs, Tesla’s invitation appears to have gotten lost in the mail, with its sales numbers telling… Read more…
Xiaomi’s Q1 results confirm electric car business is gaining momentum
There are no more doubts that Xiaomi is now making serious noise in the electric car market. The tech giant’s jump into the EV world isn’t just a side project; the latest financial results show the company is quickly becoming a real contender, even as the wider EV industry faces a bit of a slowdown. It seems making phones and… Read more…
Rivian R2 ventures into real-world testing
Rivian is pushing its upcoming R2 model into the crucial phase of real-world validation. The production-intent electric SUVs are hitting the pavement and rugged trails, and they are doing so under some of the most creative camouflage wraps seen in the automotive world. The unique designs adorning these R2 test vehicles are far from your typical spy-shot fare of black… Read more…
BYD kicks off Chinese EV discount derby
The world of electric cars in China just got a lot more nerve-wracking for automakers. BYD has decided to make its already affordable electric cars even cheaper, kicking off what many are calling another intense price war. China is the biggest automotive market on the planet. Nearly half of all new cars sold in China are now either fully electric… Read more…
Xiaomi YU7 is coming to the Shenzhen Auto Show on May 31
After wowing the automotive world with its SU7 electric sedan, Xiaomi is not hitting the brakes. The company is now steering its ambitions into the popular electric SUV segment with its brand-new model, the YU7. After unveiling the car only last week, it is set to make its public auto show debut at the 2025 Auto Shenzhen, which kicks off… Read more…
Spotify’s upcoming “Jam” feature will transform in-car music sharing on Android Auto
The battle for the car stereo is a tale as old as road trips themselves. Who gets to play DJ? Whose phone needs to be awkwardly passed around? Spotify wants to call a truce with an update to its Android Auto application, introducing its collaborative “Jam” feature directly to car dashboards “in the coming months.” What exactly is this “Jam”… Read more…
Nio’s refreshed ET5 twins arrive with brains, beauty, and optional long legs
Nio pulled the wraps off its updated ET5 sedan and ET5 Touring wagon. The company says these aren’t just minor tweaks; they’re touting over 500 enhancements. While that number might be a bit of a marketing exercise, the significant upgrades in design, cabin comfort, onboard smarts, and even how far they can go on a single charge are worth a… Read more…
AUDI E5 Sportback specs leaked
The upcoming all-electric AUDI E5 Sportback isn’t just another Audi model adapted for China; it’s the debut model under a fresh “AUDI” emblem. This new brand identity sheds the iconic four rings and its German heritage. This venture says it follows the “in China, for China,” directly catering to the tastes and demands of the world’s largest electric car market.… Read more…
Mazda EZ-60 details revealed
Thanks to the Chinese process of introducing new cars to the market, we now have more details about the new Mazda EZ-60. Ready for a late August launch in China, the new electric SUV from Mazda comes with two powertrain options and a rather distinctive face. The EZ-60 draws heavily from the Arata Concept vehicle. Its front end features a… Read more…
Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce real world range test
Alfa Romeo is a brand renowned for its extravagance, design heritage and racing pedigree. All Alfas incorporate iconic styling cues to always stand out in traffic and as the brand recently delved into the world of electric vehicles we were lucky enough to get one for a test drive. The Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Veloce we are testing today is… Read more…
Congress pumps brakes on US electric car momentum with policy overhaul
The US Congress is about to change the EV landscape, potentially slowing down the electric car adoption and shaking up the nation’s clean energy goals. Two major decisions – one in the House of Representatives and another in the Senate – have sent ripples through the automotive world. In a bid to enact widespread tax cuts and reduce federal spending,… Read more…
Exclusive: 2026 BMW iX3 interior revealed
The all-electric BMW iX3 SUV first graced showrooms in 2021, and now the second generation is ready for a major overhaul. We have spotted another camouflaged test vehicle in Germany and this time we were lucky to get close enough to have a look at its interior. Rumors and spy shots, including recent glimpses from Munich, Germany, suggest the official… Read more…
AAWireless unveils TWO+ adapter for both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Tired of plugging in your phone every time you hop in the car just to get your maps or music on the dashboard screen? For many drivers, the convenience of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto has been tethered by a pesky USB cable. AAWireless, a company that carved out a niche helping Android users cut that cord, is now inviting… Read more…
Xiaomi to deliver 100,000 YU7 this year alone, taking sales away from Tesla Model Y
Xiaomi has officially unveiled the YU7’s key specifications and features, announcing a full market launch in July. Industry watchers from Wang Bin’s team at Deutsche Bank, anticipate that the first customer deliveries will start as early as July. The bank projects that Xiaomi could deliver 100,000 units of the YU7 electric SUV in the full year of 2025. This is… Read more…
VW Group leads European EV sales in April, as Skoda Elroq gets a flying start
VW Group was dominant on the European EV market in April. Per Dataforce’s report, VW Group secured the top four spots, spearheaded by the Skoda Elroq. In total, Skoda sold some 8,070 Elroqs in the month of April, followed by the VW ID.3 with 6,937, the ID7 with 6,783, and the ID.4 with 6,300. The solid sales figures could be… Read more…
Dodge Charger grows a second pair of doors – electric sedan joins the Daytona family
Dodge has already embraced electric power with the new Charger Daytona, but now it’s also adding a four-door sedan to the lineup for the 2026 model year. This isn’t something we could have imagined a couple of years back – a Charger sedan that plugs into the wall. While this might sound like a muscle car gone sensible, Dodge promises… Read more…
Musk: Only death will do us part from Tesla CEO role
Elon Musk has made it clear he isn’t planning on vacating the driver’s seat at Tesla anytime soon. In fact, he suggested that the only way he foresees leaving his post as CEO within the next five years is if he, to put it plainly, “dies.” This rather stark declaration comes amidst a backdrop of shareholder unease regarding his various… Read more…
Xiaomi reveals the new YU7 electric SUV
Following the launch of the SU7 sedan, Xiaomi has now officially unveiled its second EV, the YU7. It is a mid-to-large size electric SUV that appears ready to challenge established players, especially Tesla’s popular Model Y. The YU7 cuts an imposing figure, measuring 4,999 mm long, 1,996 mm wide, and 1,608 mm tall, with a generous 3,000 mm wheelbase. These… Read more…