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…
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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…
Hyundai Insteroid is a gaming-inspired electric beast
After a quick teaser, Hyundai officially unveiled the Insteroid, a concept electric vehicle that draws heavy inspiration from the world of video games. The Insteroid is a direct evolution of the previous RN24 rolling lab drift concept. It pushes the boundaries of conventional EV design, resulting in a vehicle that is as visually striking as it is conceptually ambitious. The… Read more…
Tesla’s Android app now lets you view dashcam recordings
One of Tesla’s iconic features, called Sentry Mode, is getting a big upgrade for Android users. Up until now, recordings from the dashcam were available only to iOS users of the Tesla app, but with the latest 4.43.5 version, the Android app finally gains access to the dashcam recordings. Screenshots from the updated Android Tesla app If you’ve already updated… Read more…
Mazda teases new EZ-60 electric SUV
Mazda is expanding its electric car lineup in China with a new SUV. The company teased the upcoming EZ-60 on its Weibo account earlier today. The EZ-60 is a product of Mazda’s collaboration with Changan Automobile, and it appears to take a lot of design cues from the Arata concept shown at the 2024 Beijing Auto Show. The teaser reveals… Read more…
Xiaomi EV sales keep rising, but fatal crash sends stock tumbling
Xiaomi’s electric vehicle (Xiaomi EV) division continues to see strong sales, with monthly deliveries flying past 20,000 units with ease for the sixth consecutive month. The company remains confident in reaching its ambitious 2025 delivery target of 350,000 units. In March alone, Xiaomi EV reported delivering over 29,000 cars. The Xiaomi SU7 was launched in March 2024 and is offered… Read more…
Another day, another BYD – e7 electric sedan shown for the first time
BYD has just teased its latest model – a mid-size electric sedan called the e7. This new vehicle adds to BYD’s already extensive portfolio of EVs, in a sign that the company has no intention of slowing down its aggressive push to maintain leadership in China. The e7’s reveal follows a series of new model releases and previews from BYD… Read more…
Skoda teases affordable Elroq RS ahead of official debut
Skoda Elroq was officially unveiled only last year and now this affordable crossover is getting a new version. The company will expand the Elroq lineup with the introduction of a new flagship RS model. Skoda just released a teaser, offering us a sneak peek at the vehicle’s sporty design, ahead of its official unveiling scheduled for early April. The distinctive… Read more…
Zeekr unveils a 1.2MW fast charger for passenger vehicles
BYD unveiled its 1MW charger earlier this month and Zeekr is now topping BYD’s solution with an even faster 1.2 MW charging station. The first charging poles are expected to arrive by the end of the second quarter this year. Zeekr’s charging stations use a liquid cooling solution, providing up to 1.2MW charging rate per charging gun. That makes it… Read more…
Porsche sets up EV battery recycling pilot
Despite recent EV strategy changes, Porsche is taking a big step towards sustainability. The company has launched a pilot program focused on recycling EV batteries, with a goal to create a “closed-loop” system. The German automaker claims it can recover valuable raw materials from used batteries, reducing the need for environmentally damaging mineral mining. Recycled battery components are becoming very… Read more…
Exclusive: First images of the Mini Aceman JCW
Have we got a treat for you – first-ever images of the rumored Mini Aceman JCW! While Mini did release the JCW version of the Cooper version – which we tested not that long ago – the Aceman was only available in two trims. That changes now. We spotted the JCW version during road testing in Germany. Initially, looking at… Read more…
2025 Geely EX5 interior, design and features review
What is it? The Geely EX5 is a well-known mid-size SUV in China, which just made its way to Australia and is coming to European streets over the next few weeks. It’s a sub-€27,000 vehicle, and Geely is hoping aggressive pricing will help it gain traction. Geely EX5 The global version of the vehicle comes with just one drivetrain configuration:… Read more…
Exclusive: BMW i5 Touring facelift spotted testing
The all-electric BMW i5 Touring only launched about a year ago, and yet it looks like the company is testing an updated version. However, there’s no doubt that we’ve indeed spotted the BMW i5 Touring here. There are no exhausts, and it’s clearly a station wagon. The camo conceals most design traits, although we can see the revamped taillights. Alleged… Read more…
BYD’s Yangwang U7 debuts in China – an electric 1,287-hp sedan
BYD might be mostly known for its affordable electric cars, but the company is making another bold move into the high-end market with the launch of the Yangwang U7. This electric sedan boasts nearly 1,300 horsepower, and is designed to compete with established luxury brands like Mercedes-Benz and Porsche, but at a surprisingly competitive price point. The Yangwang U7 is… Read more…
Hyundai teases mystery electric SUV
Hyundai is getting ready to introduce a new electric SUV designed specifically for the Chinese market. A teaser video shows a heavily camouflaged prototype going through cold-weather testing. It reveals a vehicle with styling somewhat different from the globally recognized Ioniq lineup. This new SUV was developed through the Beijing Hyundai joint venture, and will add to Hyundai’s EV offerings… Read more…
Android Auto 14.1 beta brings games to your infotainment screen
Android Auto is about to add a new dimension to in-car entertainment. The latest beta version, 14.1, introduces support for Android games, transforming your vehicle’s display into a temporary gaming console. Designed for use only when parked, the new gaming feature gives us a new way to pass the time while either stuck in traffic for hours or waiting for… Read more…
Canada halts Tesla subsidies amid tariff tensions and rebate concerns
The Canadian government has put a stop to federal subsidy payments to Tesla and has barred the company from future rebate programs. The decision comes amid growing tensions between Canada and the United States over tariffs, and concerns about Tesla’s rebate claims. Transport Minister Chrystia Freeland has directed her department to investigate Tesla’s past claims and to change future incentive… Read more…
Peugeot and Citroen enter Chinese EV market with new Hedmos 06 electric SUV
Dongfeng-Peugeot-Citroen (DPC), a joint venture between Stellantis Group and Dongfeng, is entering the Chinese electric vehicle market with its new brand, Hedmos, and its first model, the Hedmos 06 SUV. With deliveries set to start in May, the DPC hopes the Hedmos 06 will capture a slice of the world’s most competitive EV landscape. The Hedmos brand was registered as… Read more…