Xiaomi’s EV lineup is about to double with the introduction of the YU7, a new electric SUV. The latest images have provided a first look at the YU7’s roof, sporting an intriguing purple tint. Some details about the vehicle have already been revealed, but now we can see that the YU7 will use the same impressive sun protection technology used… Read more…
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Volkswagen teases interior of the affordable electric ID.1
Volkswagen is going back to its roots and calling on its long history of building popular small cars. The company is preparing to launch a new, budget-friendly electric vehicle called the ID.1. This compact EV promises to make electric mobility accessible to more people, with a starting price of around €20,000. Expected to hit the roads in 2027, the ID.1… Read more…
Tesla no longer offers the Cybertruck’s range extender battery option
Tesla launched its Cybertruck back in 2023, but at a higher price and lower range than promised. Instead of a €63,000 truck with more than 805 km on a single charge, Tesla delivered the Cybertruck with merely 523 km, starting at €72,000. Shortly after the release, the company promised to offer a range extender battery pack that brings the range… Read more…
Chinese EV maker XPeng debuts in Poland with trio of electric cars
Chinese EV company XPeng has officially launched its cars in Poland, further expanding its presence in the European market. The company introduced three models at a special event in Warsaw: the XPeng G9, a large SUV; the XPeng G6, a stylish coupe SUV; and the XPeng P7, a sleek sedan. XPeng has partnered with Inchcape, a well-known global vehicle distributor… Read more…
Porsche is already testing the electric Cayenne Coupe in the US
Porsche is getting closer to launching an all-electric version of its popular Cayenne full-size SUV. The new electric version was recently seen in the United States as it was undergoing testing. Following the release of the electric Macan last year, Porsche plans to add this third EV to its lineup later in 2025. Even though Porsche has announced new plug-in… Read more…
EV battery breakthrough removes cold charging bottleneck
Electric cars are becoming more popular, but many face issues with degraded performance in cold weather. When temperatures drop, charging slows down, and the driving range is drastically reduced as well. Researchers from the University of Michigan and Arbor Battery Innovations have found a promising solution that could ease these issues. They developed an experimental lithium-ion battery that performs well… Read more…
Android Auto’s Play while parked games are now available for stable app
Google has rolled out games to Android Auto. The feature allows users to play a selection of titles on their car’s infotainment screen while the vehicle is fully parked. It was originally reported to be exclusive for Android Auto 14.1 beta users, though it has now been confirmed to work on version 14.0 which is the current stable release. The… Read more…
BYD’s premium brand Denza is launching in Europe next week
Denza, a premium electric vehicle brand originally formed as a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and BYD, is officially debuting in Europe at the upcoming Brera Design Week in Milan. The event is a key part of the larger Fuorisalone design festival running from April 7 to April 13 and will serve as the launchpad for Denza’s entry into a competitive… Read more…
Cybertruck recall dodgy fix leaves owners with more questions than answers
Tesla’s Cybertruck, once called a bold entry into the electric cars market, is facing even more scrutiny after its recent recall fix left owners with more problems. The recall was prompted by a loose trim piece known as the cantrail, but it has now resulted in repairs that some owners are finding unacceptable for a vehicle in the $80,000 to… Read more…
Cybertruck recall dodgy fix leaves owners with more questions than answers
Tesla’s Cybertruck, once called a bold entry into the electric cars market, is facing even more scrutiny after its recent recall fix left owners with more problems. The recall was prompted by a loose trim piece known as the cantrail, but it has now resulted in repairs that some owners are finding unacceptable for a vehicle in the $80,000 to… Read more…
Honda’s 0 series boxy electric SUV hits the road for the first time, followed by the new Prelude
Honda is pushing hard to catch up to the global EV transition. The company was spotted showcasing its upcoming “0 Series” SUV prototype on public roads in Tokyo for the very first time. Alongside the new SUV, a hybrid-electric Prelude was spotted as well, as it prepares to join Honda’s lineup later this year. We first saw Honda’s new SUV… Read more…
Hyundai Ioniq 6 gets a facelift, a wild N sibling is coming in July
Hyundai has unveiled a refreshed version of its Ioniq 6 electric sedan with a refreshed design. At the same time, the company teased the highly anticipated Ioniq 6 N, a performance-oriented variant promising serious power figures. The biggest, and the most obvious change to the Ioniq 6 is its redesigned front. Hyundai went for a split headlight design, replacing the… Read more…
Skoda Elroq vRS is the company’s latest electric speed demon
Skoda unveiled its fastest production vehicle to date, the Elroq vRS. This electric family crossover shatters previous performance benchmarks set by the Czech automaker. The new model promises a thrilling blend of speed and electric efficiency. The Elroq vRS gets the same dual-motor powertrain the VW ID.4 GTX uses. It delivers a powerful 250 kW (340 hp), and it propels… Read more…
Peugeot e-208 gets a range boost and a couple of new features
Peugeot just announced a small upgrade to its best-selling B-class EV in France and Europe, the Peugeot e-208. The company didn’t explicitly say how it achieved that, but the vehicle gets 23 km of extra range, according to the WLTP combined cycle. That makes the e-208’s total range 433 km on a single charge, but it still rocks the same… Read more…
Tesla’s troubles gave Lucid a record quarter
Tesla’s well-documented recent troubles have been great news for its competitors, and Lucid is one of the carmakers that seems to have benefited from people turning away from Elon Musk’s company due to his political views. Lucid delivered 3,109 cars in the first quarter of the year (January to March), which is 28% more than in Q1 of 2024. It’s… Read more…
Lotus refreshes its electric lineup with clearer choices and powerful performance
Lotus has dusted off its electric vehicle portfolio, simplifying choices for buyers of the Eletre hyper-SUV and Emeya hyper-GT. The company now highlights the power of its electric cars with new model names, “600” and “900,” which directly reflect the vehicles’ power output. The Eletre and Emeya are now available in a range of trims, each with specific features. The… Read more…
Rivian stock price slips after expectedly lower sales in Q1 2025
Rivian published its production and delivery numbers for the first three months of 2025, and while they are expectedly weaker compared to the previous quarters, the company still managed to beat expectations. The US carmaker produced 14,611 vehicles, which is more than usual, but managed to sell only 8,640 of those. For context, Q3 and Q4 sales in 2024 were… Read more…
Polestar 2 gets tech and audio boost for 2026 model year
Polestar is giving its Polestar 2 electric car a significant upgrade for the 2026 model year, focusing on technology and audio enhancements. The Swedish automaker wants to keep its popular EV competitive with new features that improve the overall driving and entertainment experience. A key update is the integration of a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor chip. Although Polestar did not specify… Read more…
Tesla records worst sales drop ever amidst political backlash
Tesla’s first-quarter sales have taken a painful hit, dropping by 13% YoY – the company’s weakest performance in nearly three years. The company reported delivering 336,681 vehicles, a sharp decline from the 386,810 units sold in the same period last year. The reported figure fell even short of the analysts’ expected 372,410 vehicles – a number that was already adjusted… Read more…
BYD’s overseas sales double, over 1 million cars sold in Q1
BYD just recorded its best first quarter ever. The company’s overseas sales have doubled in the first three months of 2025, thanks to the significant expansion beyond China. With a diverse lineup ranging from budget-friendly EVs to high-performance luxury models, BYD is beginning to challenge established automakers worldwide. In March alone, BYD sold 377,420 new energy vehicles (NEVs) globally, a… Read more…