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Tesla starts accepting Cybertruck trade-ins

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The Cybertruck launched in December 2023, but despite Elon Must targeting a 250,000 units yearly production customer interest quickly waned. The supposedly long waiting list vanished within a couple of months as few opted to confirm them once they realized the truck achieves nowhere near the promised range and costs about twice as much. In a related issue those that… Read more…

BYD takes aim at Japan’s unique Kei Car market with new electric model

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Chinese electric vehicle powerhouse BYD is setting its sights on one of the final corners of the automotive world it hasn’t covered: the specialized market for mini-vehicles known as “kei cars.” Leaked spy photos show BYD is in the advanced stages of development of a brand-new electric car to fit Japan’s strict rules for these tiny but popular vehicles. Kei… Read more…

Apple and Aston Martin announce CarPlay Ultra – a next-generation infotainment system

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Apple is finally rolling out its next-generation infotainment system – CarPlay Ultra. The software was announced in December 2023 and was supposed to launch last year, but it got delayed. Aston Martin will be piloting the CarPlay Ultra rollout and the two companies released a short teaser on YouTube showcasing some of the features. As promised, CarPlay Ultra offers much… Read more…

DS Automobiles unveils the N°4 – a premium electric hatchback with a touch of French flair

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DS Automobiles just pulled the covers off its latest creation, the DS N°4. This new model enters the busy premium compact hatchback world, bringing a unique blend of French design smarts, fancy features, and a strong push into electric power. It’s designed for buyers who want a car that looks sharp, drives well, and packs the latest technology, especially when… Read more…

BMW teases the Neue Klasse the iX3 and i3

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BMW gave the world a clearer look at two important upcoming electric cars during its 105th annual meeting. While much of the event focused on financial figures, the real excitement for car fans came when camouflaged versions of the next-generation BMW iX3 and BMW i3 rolled onto the stage. Both cars were wrapped in a thinner camouflage than seen before,… Read more…

Data shows that electric car sales are up by a third globally

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Despite trade disagreements and a slight pause from the previous month, the global market for electric cars continued its strong upward climb in April 2025. Fresh data from Rho Motion, a research firm specializing in battery and energy transition markets, shows that worldwide sales of EVs remained strong compared to the same time last year, proving the shift to electric… Read more…