
During a visit to Michigan, a central hub for car manufacturing in the United States, President Donald Trump announced a softening of previously imposed tariffs on imported cars and car parts. The executive order, signed by the president just before his trip, provides some relief from the steep duties initially threatened. Automakers that manufacture their vehicles within the US will… Read more…
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Electric Mercedes-Benz CLA goes on sale as the company reports drop in EV sales

Starting today, customers in Germany and other European markets can order one of two CLA models either online or through local Mercedes-Benz dealers. This sleek, new EV promises a blend of performance, efficiency, and cutting-edge technology, all wrapped in a stylish package. Most importantly, it comes not a moment too soon to save Mercedes’ falling sales. The initial lineup features… Read more…
Xiaomi adds long-range model to YU7 lineup

Xiaomi is getting ready to make a big splash in the EV market with the upcoming YU7 electric SUV. Ahead of its debut, the company has updated its filing with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, revealing yet another new YU7 version. This time, the new SUV comes with a single motor and an impressive driving range of 835… Read more…
Citroen’s quirky Ami Buggy returns with open-air fun

Citroen is bringing back its fun and unusual Ami Buggy, a small electric vehicle with a big personality. This updated version of the open-air EV is now available across Europe, no longer a limited-edition treat. Joining the regular Ami, a cargo version, and a wheelchair-accessible model, the Ami Buggy keeps its unique design and adds some fresh touches. The Ami… Read more…
Mercedes-AMG ready to challenge Porsche and Audi with new electric super sedan

Mercedes-AMG is hinting at a powerful new electric sedan set to debut this summer, aimed squarely at rivals like the Porsche Taycan and Audi e-tron GT. For now, the performance division of Mercedes-Benz remains tight-lipped on specifics, but their recent teaser suggests a sleek and stylish four-door model packed with cutting-edge electric technology. The teaser image released by Mercedes-AMG offers… Read more…
Winter range test of the Kia EV3 Long Range goes great

Ever wondered what range the Kia EV3 can get, especially in the wintertime? Well, thanks to Swedish EV channel CarExplorers, we have an answer. Their team put the EV through its paces and revealed both the range, the charging experience, and the overall experience. The car in the test is the Long Range front wheel drive version, which has an… Read more…
Rumor: an Aston Martin F1-branded smartphone is in the works

Plans for an Aston Martin EV keep getting pushed back – recent reports say fans will have to wait until 2030! – but the company has other projects in the pipeline. Like a smartphone, for example. Okay, it’s actually the Aston Martin Aramco Formula 1 Team and the phone itself will be made by a Chinese brand. This info comes… Read more…
More seats and more space – three-row Tesla Model Y reportedly just around the corner

Tesla is reportedly preparing to offer a more spacious version of its popular Model Y electric SUV in China. According to a recent post by a well-known automotive blogger on Weibo, production of a three-row Model Y with a longer wheelbase is expected to start shortly after the Labor Day holiday in China, which runs from May 1 to May… Read more…
Volvo starts making the EX30 in Europe

Volvo’s EX30 has been one of the best-selling EVs in Europe in 2024, but since it was made in China it was impacted by the EU’s supplementary tariffs on Chinese EVs. That’s all in the past however, as today Volvo has started production of the EX30 at its plant in Ghent, Belgium. The same factory will also be making the… Read more…
Range Rover Electric braves Arctic freeze

The upcoming Range Rover Electric is proving its mettle in the harsh conditions of the Arctic Circle. Completing its second winter testing season in Arjeplog, Sweden, the all-electric luxury SUV demonstrated its robust performance in freezing temperatures and across challenging icy terrains. A key focus of the Arctic trials was Range Rover Electric’s advanced thermal management system, featuring the newly… Read more…
Huawei showcases the luxurious interior of the Maextro S800

Huawei and JAC (Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group) have together created the very high-end Maextro brand, and its first car, the S800, was first unveiled in November. Since then, we’ve seen official photos in January, and even a crab walk. Now the brand is finally ready to show us inside. Maextro has published official images of the car’s interior, and it’s… Read more…
The “Blank Slate” revolution – a $28,000 EV ready for your personal touch

It seems we have a revolution on our hands. Dubbed simply “Truck” by its creators, Slate is offering an all-electric pickup with a starting price of around $28,000 – potentially dropping to less than $20,000 after the $7,500 federal tax incentive. This aggressively priced EV wants to shake up the industry by providing a basic, customizable platform that owners can… Read more…
Toyota unveils bZ7 flagship electric sedan

Toyota has unveiled its newest contender in the EV race, a sleek sedan called the bZ7. Making its debut at the Shanghai Auto Show, this battery-powered flagship is specifically designed for the Chinese market, and Toyota claims that thanks to its size, the bZ7 is ready to challenge established players like the Tesla Model S. If size was the only… Read more…
BYD wants to compete in the big leagues with the new electric coupe Denza Z

BYD’s luxury arm, Denza, has thrown down the gauntlet with the unveiling of its first concept coupé, the Denza Z. Shown at the Shanghai International Auto Show, this sleek, four-seater EV showcases the brand’s latest technological advancements and signals its intent to compete in the high-performance sports car market, with apparently the Porsche 911 directly in its sights. The Denza… Read more…
Kia owners finally get access to Tesla Superchargers in North America

Kia owners in North America were initially supposed to gain access to Tesla’s Supercharger network on January 15, but that got delayed to March, which came and went and nothing happened. Thankfully, the wait is now finally over. Starting today, owners of the Kia EV6, EV9, and Niro have access to over 21,500 Tesla Superchargers in North America. The 2025… Read more…
Leapmotor unveils affordable B01 electric sedan

Chinese electric vehicle EV maker Leapmotor has taken the wraps off its latest creation, the B01, an all-electric sedan designed to appeal to younger buyers with its lower price and tech-focused cabin. The unveiling took place at the 2025 Shanghai International Auto Show, where Leapmotor showcased its entire range of electric and range-extended vehicles. The B01 is part of Leapmotor’s… Read more…
New electric car brand AUDI launches its first EV in China

A new EV brand called AUDI (a China-only division of the well-known Audi), under the Volkswagen Group, has officially unveiled its first electric vehicle, the E5 Sportback. This sleek, elongated crossover debuted during the 2025 Shanghai Motor Show, and it boasts some noteworthy features. The AUDI E5 Sportback has a modern and aerodynamic design, and there’s no way you can… Read more…
Porsche will use China-dedicated tech in its cars from next year

Porsche wants to connect even better with drivers in China, and in 2026, the company plans to launch a unique infotainment system just for the Chinese market. Oliver Blume, the CEO of Porsche, talked about this plan at the Shanghai Auto Show. He said Porsche wants to create experiences that feel just right for Chinese customers. People in China use… Read more…
Lexus launches its electric flagship sedan ES EV in China

Lexus just pulled the wraps off a brand-new generation of its well-regarded ES sedan at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show, and the big news is its electric transformation. Joining Lexus’s growing lineup of electric cars, the new ES introduces a fully electric version alongside significant updates to its design. Drawing inspiration from the sleek LF-ZC electric concept car, the latest… Read more…
Cadillac teases the 2026 Optiq-V, promises it will deliver an “exhilarating driving experience”

Cadillac is making a V-Series version of the Optiq EV, the brand has confirmed today. The Optiq-V is going to be a 2026 model year when it launches. This will be the second Cadillac EV to get the V badge following the launch of the Lyriq-V back in January. Cadillac shared the teaser image of the Optiq-V which you can… Read more…

