Tesla issued a recall for all Cybertrucks in the United States, affecting 46,096 vehicles produced from November 2023. The recall was prompted by a risk of exterior panel detachment, and it is the eighth such action for the Cybertruck since January 2024. This time, a stainless-steel trim panel may loosen or break off during driving, creating a potential hazard. Tesla… Read more…

BYD is facing a potential hiccup in its European expansion plans. The European Union Commission has started a preliminary investigation into whether BYD received unfair subsidies from the Chinese government for its new EV factory in Hungary. The probe comes at a time of increasing global trade tensions and could have a negative impact on BYD’s operations in the European… Read more…

Chinese scientists have developed a method to recover nearly 100% of the lithium from used batteries. This innovation addresses a crucial challenge in the growing EV market: how to handle the increasing volume of spent batteries in an environmentally responsible and cost-effective manner. Researchers from several Chinese universities, including Central South University, have devised a “neutral leaching” technique that dramatically… Read more…

The electric car market in the United Kingdom is about to get a bit more exciting. BYD, the Chinese automotive giant, plans to launch its Seagull EV there later this year. The new model will be rebranded as the Dolphin Surf, and will be one of the most agressively priced EVs available in the UK. While the Seagull, as it’s… Read more…

MG, a brand now under the umbrella of SAIC Motor, has unveiled a significantly redesigned version of its MG4 electric hatchback in China. While this is one of MG’s most popular EVs in Europe, current MG4 sales have struggled to gain traction in its home market. The new model, revealed through regulatory MIIT filings, sports larger dimensions and a fresh… Read more…

Zeekr has unveiled its new G-Pilot intelligent driver assistance system, setting an ambitious goal of becoming a leader in vehicle automation. The G-Pilot promises to deliver a suite of features that are better than those offered by industry giants like Huawei and BYD. The system will be available in different tiers tailored to vehicle models and customer needs. The all-new… Read more…

Dodge is pushing its new electric Charger into the spotlight with a vibrant new color and substantial discounts. The automaker launched the all-electric Charger Daytona not that long ago, and is now offering it in a new and distinctive “Bludicrous” blue. Alongside the new color, Dodge has also introduced a virtual experience allowing potential buyers to customize their dream Charger… Read more…

The Vancouver International Auto Show has barred Tesla from its event, and Canadian cities are pulling back on electric vehicle incentives for the brand. This comes as Elon Musk faces growing criticism for his alignment with US President Donald Trump during ongoing trade disputes between Canada and the United States. Organizers of the Vancouver Auto Show said that Tesla was… Read more…

General Motors hopes to improve its future electric cars and smart manufacturing by teaming up with Nvidia. The new partnership will give GM access to Nvidia’s advanced AI chips and software. The company plans to use it to improve its autonomous driving tech and streamline its factory operations. GM plans to use Nvidia’s advanced AI platforms to train its own… Read more…

More details about Tesla’s Cybercab emerged. And as usual, Tesla is making some bold claims about its efficiency, but it turns out that this two-door, two-seater electric vehicle will come with a surprisingly small battery. According to Tesla executives, the Cybercab will use a battery pack of less than 50 kWh. Despite this, Tesla claims the vehicle will achieve a… Read more…

Xiaomi EV is celebrating the delivery of its 200,000th vehicle, a Magenta Red SU7, to a young couple. This huge milestone highlights the rapid growth of Xiaomi’s electric vehicle division. What’s even more impressive is the speed at which those deliveries are happening. The first 100,000 units took 229 days, but the next 100,000 were delivered in just 119 days.… Read more…

The world of electric cars is about to go through a rapid change, thanks to a major partnership between Nio and CATL. These two companies are joining efforts to build the largest battery swap network ever seen. This means drivers of electric vehicles will have more options and faster ways to keep their cars running, at least in China. Nio… Read more…

BMW decided that the best way to smarten up its cars in China is to partner with local tech giant Huawei. The two companies will work on the integration of Huawei’s HiCar system and HarmonyOS 5.0 into electric BMWs. BMW is following a similar decision by Audi in a sign of the growing influence of Chinese technology. The partnership focuses… Read more…

Tesla has begun offering 0% interest loans on its Model Y in China, pointing to a potential slowdown in demand for the popular electric SUV. Tesla faces increasing competition in the world’s largest electric vehicle market. The company is now providing zero-interest loans for up to three years on the base Model Y rear-wheel drive (RWD) model, with a 30%… Read more…

BYD keeps expanding its electric vehicle lineup, and the upcoming Sealion 05 EV is the latest addition to its portfolio. This compact SUV is designed to compete in the fast-growing electric crossover market. The new model is part of the Sealion series, and it brings fresh features and competitive pricing to consumers. Based on information released by BYD, the Sealion… Read more…

Renault wants to shake up the electric cars market with the 2027 arrival of the Renault 5 Turbo 3E. The company calls it a “mini-supercar,” and with 540 horsepower going to the rear wheels, this electric beast will certainly set a new performance benchmark in the compact car segment. Limited to only 1,980 units, this modern take on the iconic… Read more…

Xiaomi’s upcoming sporty crossover YU7 promises impressive range and cutting-edge technology. The most recent filings with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) reveal a new trim level boasting a 770 km range. The YU7, expected to launch between June and July, features the design language established by the Xiaomi SU7. We see similar “teardrop” headlights and a front… Read more…

Tesla’s push for fully self-driving electric cars has run into a wall. Figuratively, and literally. A simple test has fooled its Autopilot system. A YouTuber, Mark Rober, showed how a painted wall could trick a Tesla into crashing, exposing the limitations of its camera-only approach. Although far from being scientific, the test raises a lot of valid questions about the… Read more…

The 3008 is one of Peugeot’s best-selling vehicles and now for the first time ever it comes in fully electric flavor in the e-3008. It remains a small crossover SUV with extravagant styling both inside and out, only now it has a more slanted roofline for better aerodynamics. We are testing the 73 kWh GT Electric version, which outputs 157… Read more…

BMW’s 5-series debuted some 50 years ago and each generation has demonstrated the pinnacle of the company’s engineering at its time. The model is one of the most recognized today and arguably the most important release by the company in each generation. We already met the new G61 iteration in its sedan form and today we’ll assess how good the… Read more…