Mercedes-Benz is the talk of the town thanks to its upcoming electric CLA, but not all the attention is positive. A recent report indicates that the new luxury EV will exclusively support 800V DC fast charging, leaving owners unable to use older charging stations. This serious limitation means the Mercedes CLA EV might not be compatible with a significant portion… Read more…

Jeep, the quintessential American brand, has unveiled its redesigned Compass for the 2026 model year, with a focus on electrified powertrains. With Europe as the initial launch market, Stellantis seems to have found some confidence in international markets. The third-generation Compass is a big departure from its predecessor, promising increased space, advanced technology, and a range of hybrid and fully… Read more…

Audi is finding a bright spot in the growing demand for its electric cars. The company’s overall vehicle deliveries saw a slight dip in the first quarter of 2025, but sales of its EVs surged by an impressive 30% compared to the same period last year. The first three months of 2025 saw Audi deliver 46,371 electric cars worldwide. France… Read more…

In the US, Tesla has started offering an Acceleration Boost for the new Model Y. It can be purchased for $2,000 in the Tesla app, and allegedly adds about 100 hp, letting the car go from 0 to 97 km/h in 4.2 seconds, compared to 4.6 seconds without this package. That’s not a huge improvement, granted, but for those who… Read more…

The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra, the tech giant’s high-performance electric sedan, is now delivering its originally advertised power after the latest software update. Following its launch, some owners of the flagship EV discovered that a software setting limited the car’s output to 900 horsepower despite the vehicle’s capability to produce significantly more. This sparked immediate disappointment among buyers who had paid… Read more…

US House Republicans are pushing forward a bill that would impose a $250 annual fee on electric car owners to apparently help fund road repairs. The proposal comes as part of a larger tax reform bill under consideration by the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. The committee, led by Representative Sam Graves, approved the proposal with a 36-30 vote. The… Read more…

The long-awaited arrival of the updated Model Y doesn’t seem to make much difference, as sales of Tesla electric cars continue to decline sharply across key European markets in the second quarter of 2025. Over the past year and a half, Tesla has witnessed a noticeable decrease in its European deliveries. In 2024, the American automaker shipped 11% fewer vehicles… Read more…

Jeep started teasing the Compass EV back in October, and now we’re very close to its actual unveiling which is rumored to take place next week. The car’s production will start in Europe this year, and if you’re wondering what to expect in terms of batteries and powertrains it’s probably best to take a peek at the Peugeot e-3008 and… Read more…

Hyundai has officially launched its 2026 Ioniq 9 all-electric three-row SUV in the United States. All versions promise over 480 km of driving range on a single charge. The starting price of $60,555 includes a $1,600 shipping fee, plus the Ioniq 9 is also eligible for a $7,500 federal tax credit for those who purchase it outright as it’s built… Read more…

A recent survey confirmed Tesla is facing a major image challenge: it is the only EV maker with a net negative brand perception among American consumers. Unfortunately for the company, this negative sentiment is growing. The Electric Vehicle Intelligence Report (EVIR) polled 8,000 individuals across the United States about their opinions on EV purchasing and the brands they consider. The… Read more…

Volkswagen celebrated a milestone this week at its Zwickau plant in Germany: the production of its one-millionth electric vehicle, an ID.3 GTX. This factory produces six different EVs for various brands under the VW Group umbrella. VW managed to double its EV sales in Europe during the first three months of 2025, suggesting a strong consumer interest in electric cars,… Read more…

Waymo and Toyota have announced a preliminary agreement to jointly develop and deploy autonomous driving technologies. Waymo is a subsidiary of Alphabet (Google’s parent company), and it has established itself as a frontrunner in the autonomous driving sector. The company currently operates a successful autonomous ride-hailing service, providing approximately 250,000 paid rides weekly in select markets. Tesla is still a… Read more…

Xiaomi EV, the electric vehicle arm of the technology giant Xiaomi, announced on the social media platform Weibo that it delivered over 28,000 vehicles in April. This is the seventh consecutive month with Xiaomi EV’s monthly deliveries going over the 20,000 mark. While this figure is slightly below the “over 29,000 units” reported in March, it still shows the huge… Read more…

During a visit to Michigan, a central hub for car manufacturing in the United States, President Donald Trump announced a softening of previously imposed tariffs on imported cars and car parts. The executive order, signed by the president just before his trip, provides some relief from the steep duties initially threatened. Automakers that manufacture their vehicles within the US will… Read more…

Starting today, customers in Germany and other European markets can order one of two CLA models either online or through local Mercedes-Benz dealers. This sleek, new EV promises a blend of performance, efficiency, and cutting-edge technology, all wrapped in a stylish package. Most importantly, it comes not a moment too soon to save Mercedes’ falling sales. The initial lineup features… Read more…

Xiaomi is getting ready to make a big splash in the EV market with the upcoming YU7 electric SUV. Ahead of its debut, the company has updated its filing with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, revealing yet another new YU7 version. This time, the new SUV comes with a single motor and an impressive driving range of 835… Read more…

Citroen is bringing back its fun and unusual Ami Buggy, a small electric vehicle with a big personality. This updated version of the open-air EV is now available across Europe, no longer a limited-edition treat. Joining the regular Ami, a cargo version, and a wheelchair-accessible model, the Ami Buggy keeps its unique design and adds some fresh touches. The Ami… Read more…

Mercedes-AMG is hinting at a powerful new electric sedan set to debut this summer, aimed squarely at rivals like the Porsche Taycan and Audi e-tron GT. For now, the performance division of Mercedes-Benz remains tight-lipped on specifics, but their recent teaser suggests a sleek and stylish four-door model packed with cutting-edge electric technology. The teaser image released by Mercedes-AMG offers… Read more…

Ever wondered what range the Kia EV3 can get, especially in the wintertime? Well, thanks to Swedish EV channel CarExplorers, we have an answer. Their team put the EV through its paces and revealed both the range, the charging experience, and the overall experience. The car in the test is the Long Range front wheel drive version, which has an… Read more…

Plans for an Aston Martin EV keep getting pushed back – recent reports say fans will have to wait until 2030! – but the company has other projects in the pipeline. Like a smartphone, for example. Okay, it’s actually the Aston Martin Aramco Formula 1 Team and the phone itself will be made by a Chinese brand. This info comes… Read more…