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Trump announces easing of car tariffs during Michigan visit

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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…

Electric Mercedes-Benz CLA goes on sale as the company reports drop in EV sales

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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…

Mercedes-AMG ready to challenge Porsche and Audi with new electric super sedan

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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…

Range Rover Electric braves Arctic freeze

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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…

The “Blank Slate” revolution – a $28,000 EV ready for your personal touch

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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…

Lexus launches its electric flagship sedan ES EV in China

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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…