Xiaomi will have at least two dual-motor AWD versions of its YU7 SUV when it comes out around the middle of the year. One of them was certified by the Chinese authorities earlier, with its front motor developing 220kW (295 hp) of power and the rear one going to 288kW (386 hp). Today, a new filing with the Chinese regulator… Read more…

BYD’s premium brand, Denza, has launched the 2025 version of its N7 electric SUV, focusing on enhanced intelligent driving capabilities. The updated N7 will compete with other established models already on the market, like the Tesla Model Y. The 2025 Denza N7 comes in three versions, with prices ranging from RMB 259,800 (€32,160) to RMB 289,800 (€35,900). A key upgrade… Read more…

Rivian’s big dream of a huge electric vehicle factory in Georgia is facing a problem. The company initially got a €5 billion loan from the government to help build it, but things have gotten a little complicated politically. Governor Kemp of Georgia has said that the state is looking closely at the financial promises made by the previous government. He’s… Read more…

Tesla’s new Model Y came with a surprise: a turn signal stalk, unlike the also recently refreshed Model 3. The two cars won’t keep having this difference between them for long, according to a new rumor. That’s because Tesla is allegedly going to add the turn signal stalk to the new Model 3 as well at some point. This comes… Read more…

Zeekr, a high-end electric car brand owned by the Geely Group, has only recently unveiled the latest addition to its portfolio. The upcoming Zeekr 007 GT estate was given an impressive range rating of up to 825 km on a single charge, according to Chinese regulatory filings. This is an impressive figure, even if we consider the numbers from CLTC… Read more…

We’ve already seen the upcoming Genesis GV90 earlier this month wearing a heavy suit of camo, and now it’s time to take another look at it, but with slightly less camo (and it’s a different design camo too) this time around. It was spotted in the wild enjoying testing in Korea. The full report is in the video below, which… Read more…

According to sources familiar with the matter, the Chinese government is going to use Tesla’s Full Self-Driving system as a bargaining chip amid rising trade tensions between China and the US. According to Elon Musk, Tesla was close to making a deal with the Chinese government last year to release its FSD in the country and make it an unsupervised… Read more…

Tesla has confirmed the start of mass production for its refreshed Model Y, codenamed “Juniper,” at its Shanghai Gigafactory. The event was celebrated by factory employees, with images showing the first mass-produced vehicles rolling off the assembly line on February 17th. Interestingly, the official announcement followed a day later. The initial models are finished in a new Glacier Blue color… Read more…

Nio sub-brand Onvo is launching its second model this year, the L80. This will follow the L60, the brand’s debut EV, which came in 2024. While the L60 is a two-row five-seat SUV, the L80 will be a three-row six/seven-seat SUV. Today some spy shots of an L80 under heavy camouflage have surfaced in China, showing it at a Tesla… Read more…

Xiaomi is really taking big steps in the electric car arena in China, with its upcoming YU7 SUV. The most recent regulatory filings have revealed key details about this electric SUV, including its range and battery configurations, painting a picture of a very interesting car. The official launch is expected in June or July 2025, but the specs are already… Read more…

BMW teased a new visionary platform slash computer that will power future Neue Klasse vehicles. Called the “Heart of Joy”, the computer was showcased in a prototype car BMW calls the Vision Driving Experience – meant as a testbed for BMW’s next-gen technology, the prototype will not enter production in this shape. Back to the “Heart of Joy” – the… Read more…

Tesla’s futuristic Cybertruck, once touted as a revolutionary electric pickup, is facing an increasingly complicated sales challenge. A substantial and growing inventory of unsold Cybertrucks is gathering dust outside the factory, prompting Tesla to implement increasingly deep discounts. This whole situation begs a question about the long-term viability of the Cybertruck. Tesla’s struggles to move the Cybertruck are well documented.… Read more…

Samsung is adding support for more brands to the Digital Key feature of its Samsung Wallet app. The latest to join are Volvo and Polestar, previously supported models include Audi, BMW, Mini, Kia and Hyundai (only select models from each brand are supported). If you have never heard of this before, Digital Key essentially turns your phone into a key… Read more…

Kia will fully announce the EV4 on February 27 during its EV Day event alongside the EV2 and the PV5, but the company is already eager to share more. Today Kia fully revealed the exterior of its EV4, and revealed it will be available in two versions – sedan and hatchback. Kia EV4 sedan The first thing to notice about… Read more…

BYD has announced its plans for the development and implementation of all-solid-state batteries. BYD’s battery business CTO, Sun Huajun, revealed at a recent forum that the company anticipates beginning “demonstration use” of all-solid-state batteries around 2027. This milestone is a crucial step toward the widespread integration of this advanced technology in electric cars. While demonstration use is on the horizon… Read more…

VW will officially unveil its smallest electric SUV at the IAA motor show in Munich in September, CEO Thomas Schäfer has revealed today. He went one step further and also confirmed the upcoming car’s name: ID.2X (previously known as the ID.2all SUV). He also shared the rough outline you can see in the image below. This will be part of… Read more…

Chinese tech giant Xiaomi is teasing a stunning silver color option for its highly anticipated SU7 Ultra, adding to the excitement surrounding its upcoming launch. The new color reveal comes just ahead of the SU7 Ultra’s market debut on February 27th. The newly revealed “Cosmic Silver” finish gives the SU7 Ultra a sleek and modern aesthetic. This is, so far,… Read more…

Mercedes announced the start of its fast-charging infrastructure project in Canada and it will debut as early as this year. The company promises to reach 2,500 fast-charging stations in Canada and the US. The first ones will open in Vancouver, while the ones in Toronto will follow soon after. The 400 kW DC fast charging stations will offer both CCS1… Read more…

Zeekr, the premium electric vehicle brand under Geely Holding Group, has finalized its integration with Lynk & Co, another Geely-owned automotive brand. This deal will consolidate resources and propel the combined entity toward becoming a major player in the global electric car market. The company’s CEO, Andy An, has revealed an ambitious product roadmap for 2025, outlining new models for… Read more…

The accelerating EV revolution means we have a growing need for sustainable battery production. We can’t just move away from fossil fuels and exhaust another natural resource. Thankfully, new research suggests that recycled EV battery materials can go a long way towards solving the problem. A new study conducted by Imperial College London and commissioned by clean technology group Altilium… Read more…