A new car from China is getting a lot of attention right now – both for good and not-so-good reasons. It is called the Z7, it is made by SAIC, and it will be sold under the brand Shangjie. The reason people are talking about it is simple – it looks almost exactly like a Porsche Taycan. You could argue… Read more…

Chinese battery maker Svolt, a subsidiary of Great Wall Motors, has just announced a new battery pack for plug-in hybrids (PHEVs). The company claims this battery has the world’s largest capacity for PHEVs at 80kWh. What’s even more impressive than the capacity itself is the fact that the battery is advertised to charge from 10% to 80% in less than… Read more…

The Lucid Gravity was supposed to be the electric SUV that changed everything. It arrived with a stunning design, space for seven people, and performance stats that could make any sports car blush. But when it finally rolled out to first customers and reviewers, the headlines were not about its speed or comfort. They were about the key fob. In… Read more…

Skoda finally picked a name for its biggest project yet. The carmaker calls its new top-end model the Peaq. This giant SUV will hit the roads in Europe by the summer of 2026, and it will serve as the new flagship for the brand. If you have a large family and want to skip the gas station, this might be… Read more…

Samsung continues to expand its support for more digital car key access using its Samsung Wallet app. The latest addition to the support list is Toyota, but as is always the case, not all models made it to the list. Starting January 2026, Samsung Wallet will accept digital keys for the Toyota RAV4 2026, but the support will soon expand… Read more…

After nearly a year of waiting and rumors, Tesla has finally updated the US version of its best-selling electric SUV. The 2026 Model Y is officially here, and the main news is the return of the seven-seater option. Alongside the extra seats, the automaker has added a handful of cosmetic and tech upgrades reserved for the higher-end trims. Families who… Read more…

On January 12, 2026, officials from China and the European Union announced a major agreement. They reached a consensus on how to handle the prices of Chinese battery electric vehicles sold in Europe. This new plan offers a different path than the heavy taxes that were put in place over a year ago. To understand this new deal, we have… Read more…

Mercedes-Benz wrapped up 2025 with a strong finish, revealing a shift in what cars and vans the company sells. The year was full of challenges, but the German automaker managed to sell a total of 2.16 million vehicles globally. The last three months of the year were really busy, and became the best sales quarter of 2025. This late boost… Read more…

Mazda is trying something different with its newest car. The Japanese carmaker just showed off a new vehicle called the CX-6e at the Brussels Motor Show. This new model is an electric SUV, apparently made specifically for drivers in Europe. But actually, the car is not entirely new – it is based on the technically identical EZ-60, built and sold… Read more…

Buying one of the smaller electric cars from Kia always meant you had to accept a calm, quiet ride. The basic versions of the EV3, EV4, and EV5 were built for comfort, not for speed. They came with a single motor and front-wheel drive. That setup is great for the boring everyday tasks, but it does not make a driver… Read more…

The market for station wagons is still very much alive in Europe, even if the rest of the world prefers SUVs. A new challenger has entered this space, and it comes from the Chinese giant Geely. The car is the Zeekr 7GT – an electric wagon that wants to steal buyers away from luxury brands like BMW and Mercedes-Benz. It… Read more…

Avatr, a high-end brand created by a team of Chinese industrial giants, just showed off the updated Avatr 12. The brand is a group effort between battery maker CATL, car giant Changan, and tech wizard Huawei. The company has recently sent images and details of the refreshed model to the Chinese MIIT for approval – these filings tell us a… Read more…

Volkswagen is fighting hard to keep its place at the top of the car world, especially in China. The German giant just released details about its new vehicle called the ID. Era 9X, meant to challenge local favorites like the Aito M8 from Huawei. It is big, heavy, and packed with technology. The ID. Era 9X is an Extended Range… Read more…

Military hardware is rarely linked to status or luxury, yet Mercedes-Benz managed to achieve exactly that with the G-Class, better known as the G-Wagon. Originally launched in 1979 as a utilitarian off-roader, its boxy design has remained remarkably faithful to the original since. Over the decades, the formula has been evolved rather than reinvented, with modern technology and luxury layered… Read more…

Jeep made a big splash at the Brussels Auto Show by showing off several new vehicles. The company is moving fast into the world of electric cars and hybrids – at least in Europe. From a small city SUV to a high-speed luxury cruiser, the brand is giving buyers more electric choices than ever. The Jeep Avenger has been a… Read more…

The 2026 Brussels Motor Show started with a bang as DS Automobiles pulled the curtain back on a special new project. This striking vehicle is called the “Taylor made N°4 Concept.” It is a one-of-a-kind design study created with the help of Taylor Barnard, a rising star in the racing world. Barnard recently joined the DS PENSKE Formula E Team,… Read more…

The automotive world has been waiting for this one. Hyundai has finally pulled the cover off the fully electric version of its most futuristic vehicle – the Hyundai Staria Electric. It made its first appearance at the Brussels Motor Show, bringing the brand’s space-age design into the world of battery-powered transport. For families and shuttle drivers looking for electric cars… Read more…

The 2026 Brussels Auto Show is underway, and if you thought the EV market was already crowded, Leapmotor is here to tell you there’s always room for one more. Or three. After a quiet but productive 2025 where they established a foothold in Europe, the Chinese automaker – supported by its partnership with Stellantis – is kicking off the new… Read more…

After teasing us for almost a year, Kia has finally revealed the EV2, a small electric SUV that promises to bring battery-powered driving to more people. With a starting price expected around €30,000, this new model is the brand’s cheapest electric option yet. It hits the market next month and faces stiff competition from rivals like the Renault 4, Ford… Read more…

Peugeot is determined to prove that family cars can be genuinely stylish. The company has just unveiled its new Peugeot 408 – built in Mulhouse, France, this new model blends the practicality of a wagon with the sleek lines of a coupe. The new “fastback” silhouette stands out a lot in a crowded market of crossovers and SUVs. The first… Read more…