
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…
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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…
Leapmotor B10 enters Europe with sub-€30,000 price tag

Chinese automaker Leapmotor has officially opened the order books for its B10 electric SUV, its first global model, with a starting price that will make people think twice. Beginning today, July 30th, customers in select European markets can order the new C-segment electric SUV for a list price starting from €29,900. Leapmotor is targeting what it calls a new generation… Read more…
Nio’s next-generation ES8 SUV spied on the road

A new, larger version of the Nio ES8 electric SUV has been seen testing on public roads, wrapped in camouflage designed to hide its final look. These sightings confirm the Chinese automaker is on track to reveal the third generation of its three-row family hauler this fall. For Nio, a company known for its premium electric cars, the launch of… Read more…
Mercedes-Benz ready to unveil its most important EV yet: the all-electric GLC

The gasoline-powered GLC has been a runaway success for Mercedes-Benz, consistently topping its sales charts for years. It’s the kind of vehicle that quietly defines a brand – practical, luxurious, and popular. Now, the German automaker is making its boldest move yet in the electric transition by unveiling an all-electric version of its bestseller. At the IAA MOBILITY 2025 show… Read more…
Tesla teases its next-gen Roadster once again, but don’t get your hopes up

Tesla’s next-generation Roadster was officially announced back in 2017 and was scheduled to be released in 2020. Five years have passed since that moment, and in that span Elon Musk promised that the Roadster was almost ready for production a few dozen times. It has become a meme at this point. Potentially more interesting, this time the teaser comes from… Read more…
Xiaomi boosts its ADAS with update based on 10 million real-world clips

Xiaomi is pushing a big software update to its electric cars, designed to make its assisted driving system smarter and more human-like. This update is being rolled out to owners of the Xiaomi SU7 Pro, Max, and Ultra models, while the newly announced Xiaomi YU7 will include the system right out of the factory gates. The core of this upgrade… Read more…
Spy photos reveal that Tesla’s new, cheaper Model Y goes back to basics

Leaked images, first published by the popular Chinese auto blog “Garage 42,” reveal what looks like a more affordable version of the Tesla Model Y. It seems this long-awaited vehicle is simply a stripped-down version of Tesla’s best-selling electric SUV. Looking at the interior spy shots, Tesla is making some big cuts. The giant, single-pane panoramic glass roof, a signature… Read more…
Honda announces new city-oriented EV, the N-ONE e

Honda just announced its new N-ONE e, which is an all-electric reincarnation of the N-ONE and can also be seen as an update to the Honda e from 2020, as it’s still a city-friendly, everyday car. Honda N-ONE e Honda isn’t very generous with the information about the kei car, but it says it’s the perfect fit for a dense… Read more…
Tesla signs €14.08 billion deal with Samsung for next-gen AI chips

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has confirmed a landmark €14.08 billion deal with Samsung Electronics. The agreement will see Samsung produce Tesla’s next-generation artificial intelligence chips, a critical component for the future of the company’s electric cars and its self-driving technology. The partnership centers on Tesla’s future “AI6” chip, the brain that will eventually power the company’s most advanced driver-assistance systems.… Read more…
Hands-free driving climbs to the top of American drivers’ wish list

A dramatic shift is underway in what Americans want from their next new vehicle. The heated seats or the fancy sound systems are taking a back seat, and the single most desired feature is now one that takes over the most fundamental task of all: driving. According to a new study, hands-free highway driving systems have shot to the top… Read more…
Mercedes-Benz targets ‘end of decade’ for solid-state battery EVs

The world of electric cars is in a constant race to solve a few key puzzles: how to make them go farther, charge faster, and be even safer. For years, the industry has looked toward a technology called the solid-state battery as the potential answer to all three. Now, Mercedes-Benz has officially put a date on its ambition, announcing it… Read more…
Tesla starts selling an LED light strip for the Model 3 and Model Y frunk

Tesla is now selling an LED light strip for the frunk of the Model 3 and Model Y. There’s just one caveat – it’s only meant for model years 2020 to 2024. Newer models will probably get their own version soon, as it’s already available in China. If you have a 2020 to 2024 model year, the LED light strip… Read more…
Subaru’s next big idea might be a very small electric car

Subaru, known for its rugged, all-wheel-drive wagons and crossovers, is exploring a new frontier: the tiny electric car. Fresh off the launch of a couple of new electric vehicles, the Japanese automaker is now reportedly considering an even smaller, more affordable model for its future lineup. The company’s interest seems to be sparked by European trends, where small and stylish… Read more…
Huawei teases new 7-in-1 powertrain for the upcoming Aito M8

When you hear the name Huawei, you probably think of smartphones, watches, or telecommunications equipment. But the company has been steadily making significant inroads into the automotive world. Its latest creation will debut in the upcoming all-electric Aito M8 SUV, and it shows just how serious Huawei’s ambitions are for the future of electric cars. Richard Yu, a key executive… Read more…

