Ford is taking a dramatic new approach to the world of electric cars, and it all starts with a new midsize pickup truck planned for 2027. The company announced a brand-new vehicle platform and manufacturing system designed from the ground up to do something that has so far eluded most automakers: build profitable, affordable, and desirable EVs for the mass… Read more…

For a while now, Jeep has been adamant that its upcoming electric SUV, the Recon, is “inspired by the legendary Wrangler.” But the latest sightings of a nearly undisguised model on a transport carrier tell a different story. The boxy silhouette, rugged stance, and familiar proportions suggest that Jeep’s inspiration might have come from a different stable altogether. In what… Read more…

Tesla has just launched the long-awaited Long Range RWD version of the Model 3 in China with a price tag of RMB 269,500, which is the equivalent of just under $38,000. The advertised range is 830 km as per the CLTC rating, which is more optimistic than WLTP. Still, the new Model 3 LR RWD sets a new brand record… Read more…

Lucid Motors is causing quite a stir with a mysterious new teaser. The automaker hinted at a “bold new concept of electric exploration” on its social media, promising a full reveal on Thursday, August 14, during the Monterey Car Week. It seems Lucid is looking to expand its image beyond sleek sedans and family-friendly SUVs and into the more adventurous… Read more…

Monterey Car Week is famous for its collection of rare and historic gasoline-powered cars. But this year, American manufacturer Rivian is bringing a different kind of power to the party. The company is auctioning a truly unique, one-of-a-kind 2026 Rivian R1S Quad Pebble Beach edition. This special EV combines supercar-level performance with a design inspired by the California coast, and… Read more…

Xiaomi has run into a problem most automakers would envy. Its new electric SUV, the YU7, has attracted an incredible number of buyers. The challenge now is no longer convincing customers, but building them fast enough in a situation that tests the young carmaker’s abilities and its customers’ patience. When the Xiaomi YU7 launched on June 26, the response was… Read more…

A regulatory filing in China has pulled the curtain back on a new version of the Yangwang U9, and the numbers are something else. The upcoming U9 Track Edition, from BYD’s luxury brand Yangwang, is a vehicle that pushes the definition of power into a new stratosphere with a combined output of 3,019 horsepower. The information comes from China’s Ministry… Read more…

Alfa Romeo is a historic brand with a heritage of sports cars and racing few can match. It created some of the prettiest vehicles the world has ever seen, and some of the most sensational to drive. However, quality problems in the past couple of decades have tarnished the once beloved brand and led to financial trouble. Now Alfa Romeo… Read more…

Acura first teased the RSX in January, showing it under some heavy camouflage. Today, the brand has released another teaser image, and this time around there’s no camo – but we only get a glimpse at its front. The RSX “prototype EV” will make its global debut during Monterey Car Week, which starts today and ends on August 17. The… Read more…

In a huge strategy shift for a company that prides itself on doing things its own way, Tesla is reportedly shutting down its ambitious supercomputer project. According to reports, the automaker is winding down the Dojo program, reassigning its team, and switching to rely more heavily on established technology giants like Nvidia and AMD. As usual, Tesla has not made… Read more…

Official government filings from China have pulled back the curtain on two new electric cars from Tesla, revealing a new Model 3 variant with an impressive range and a more spacious, six-seat version of the popular Model Y crossover. The documents, submitted to China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), have detailed theoretical, best-case-scenario range, but they still push… Read more…

General Motors has confirmed it will import batteries from the Chinese battery giant, Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL), to power the next generation of its most affordable electric car. This decision might not be popular with the crowd, but it exposes the complex balancing act facing American automakers as they race to produce cost-effective electric vehicles for the masses.… Read more…

In a development that seems pulled from a satirical script, Elon Musk is getting his wish for the Tesla Cybertruck to enter military service. Unfortunately, the unlucky truck will not be used to transport troops or navigate rugged battlefield terrain. Instead, the US Air Force purchased a couple of the unique electric trucks to blow them up. According to recently… Read more…

Back in July, the Lucid Air Grand Touring received a Guinness World Record for EV range, having been driven 1,205 km on one charge from Switzerland to Germany. Today, almost an entire month later, Samsung SDI has decided to boast that it’s the one making the batteries that have powered that achievement. Specifically, Samsung’s 21700 cylindrical batteries are installed in… Read more…

Back in July, the Lucid Air Grand Touring received a Guinness World Record for EV range, having been driven 1,205 km on one charge from Switzerland to Germany. Today, almost an entire month later, Samsung SDI has decided to boast that it’s the one making the batteries that have powered that achievement. Specifically, Samsung’s 21700 cylindrical batteries are installed in… Read more…

To say that the world of electric cars is fiercely competitive, is a bit of an understatement. Especially in China, where it takes something truly special to attract the attention of very savvy customers. XPeng seems to have found the formula with its newly redesigned P7 sedan. Immediately after its official debut yesterday, XPeng opened pre-sales and received the first… Read more…

Rivian just presented its less-than-stellar report card for the second quarter of 2025. The company delivered a cocktail of mixed results, revealing slower vehicle deliveries, a deeper financial loss than anticipated, and a challenging road ahead shaped by new government policies. The news sent Rivian’s stock sliding over 4% in after-hours trading to around €10.37 per share, as investors compared… Read more…

After a two-year absence from the market, the Nissan Micra is back. Nissan has resurrected the iconic nameplate for a fully electric model that has more in common with Renault 5 than the company likes to admit. For many potential buyers of EVs, the biggest hurdle is price. The new Nissan Micra EV promises to address that concern head-on, with… Read more…

GM China has unveiled the Buick Electra Orbit concept, following the launch of the Electra L7 last month. The Electra Orbit is billed as “a design exploration that marries the romance of the 1950s with futuristic technology and pure-electric architecture”. It does look stunning, if we dare say so ourselves, but of course it’s just a concept – so while… Read more…

Leapmotor has officially announced a new, high-performance version of its C10 electric SUV: the C10 Design 81.9 kWh AWD. Stellantis, the European distributor of Leapmotor, claims this new model is a direct response to a growing segment of buyers who want their electric cars to deliver serious power and all-weather confidence without sacrificing the fast-charging convenience they expect. Set for… Read more…