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New Hyundai Ioniq 6 gets 568 km certified range

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The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is getting significant updates aimed at making it a more formidable adversary to the undisputed king of the segment, the Tesla Model 3. With a larger battery, subtle design tweaks, and access to Tesla’s vast Supercharger network in the US, Hyundai is doubling down on its “electrified streamliner.” After its official unveiling at the 2022 Busan… Read more…

MAN flips the switch, adds electric trucks to its production line

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German manufacturer MAN Truck & Bus has officially started series production of its new electric trucks. At its main plant in Munich, the company is now building battery-electric rigs on the very same assembly line as its traditional diesel-powered models. MAN CEO Alexander Vlaskamp, present for the launch, called the moment a historic turning point for the nearly 270-year-old company.… Read more…

Stellantis reveals pricing will match the premium EV experience of the new DS N°8

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The latest flagship model from the expansive stables of Stellantis is now available to order. The DS N°8 is a premium all-electric SUV coupe that wants to ambitiously carve out a niche for itself in the luxury electric vehicle market. The brand touts the N°8 as the “purest expression of the French Art of Electric Travel,” but the ambitious pricing… Read more…

Pricier and heavier Tesla Model S and Model X refresh leaves fans unimpressed

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Tesla has rolled out another update for its aging premium electric cars, the Model S and Model X, but the changes are drawing more criticism than applause. The refreshed models are now more expensive, heavier, and, in the case of the high-performance Model S Plaid, slower. This latest revision seems to widen the value gap between Tesla’s top-tier offerings and… Read more…

Opel unveils its most powerful model – the Grandland Electric AWD

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Opel has quietly introduced its most powerful vehicle to date, and it is not the performance-badged model one might expect. The new flagship is the Opel Grandland Electric AWD, a family-sized SUV that boasts a surprising 321 horsepower from a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive system. This new entry into the crowded field of electric cars shakes up the German brand’s lineup, offering… Read more…

Fiat, Ample and Free2move introduce a battery swap service in Spain

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Free2move, Ample and Stellantis join forces on a battery swap project in Madrid, Spain, and after the testing period is now over, the three companies officially announced it’s start. It’s primarily aimed at providing a technical solution to the car-sharing market in the city. According to the companies involved, the battery swap service simplifies the use of EVs, reduces reliance… Read more…

Hyundai releases new Ioniq 6 N teaser

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Thankfully, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N was not a one-time experiment. The automaker is officially expanding its high-performance N brand into the electric sedan world, confirming the upcoming 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 6 N. Through a series of teaser images, Hyundai has given us the first official glimpse of the bewinged, aggressive electric car set to challenge the performance EV market.… Read more…

XPeng G7 goes on sale with in-house AI brains and a competitive price tag

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In what can only be described as an attempt to control its own technological destiny, Chinese automaker XPeng has unveiled its latest electric SUV, the G7. The new model enters the world’s most competitive EV market not just with an attractive price, but with a powerful new piece of hardware developed entirely in-house: the Turing AI chip. The biggest story… Read more…

BYD Yangwang U7 deliveries start

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BYD, the undisputed giant in the world of electric vehicles, has officially begun deliveries of the Yangwang U7, the latest creation from its ultra-luxury sub-brand. The large electric sedan is rolling into showrooms across China, aiming to carve out a slice of the premium EV pie. It is the clearest intent yet from BYD to expand its dominance in the… Read more…

BMW reveals iX3 range, charging details

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BMW is preparing to launch its most important EV yet and it’s kicking off the hype campaign. The upcoming BMW iX3 is promised to be a complete rethinking of what an electric car can be. Built on the dedicated EV platform called the “Neue Klasse,” or “New Class,” it won’t share the compromises of its predecessors, adapted from gasoline-powered cars.… Read more…

Tesla’s Robotaxi service set for Austin debut on June 22

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After years of promises, Tesla is finally ready to launch its public Robotaxi service. Elon Musk announced a start date of June 22 for the first rides in Austin, Texas. However, the company acknowledges this date could change, reflecting the immense pressure and scrutiny surrounding the long-awaited debut. The initial rollout is planned to be a rather quiet affair. A… Read more…

Oppo and Volkswagen enter a licensing partnership for connected vehicles

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Oppo and Volkswagen announced they signed a partnership deal, allowing the German automaker to use Oppo’s cellular standard-essential patents (SEPs), including those related to 5G connectivity. Vehicles nowadays are becoming smarter and require stable cellular connections for an increasing number of features to work properly. That’s why Volkswagen is making a deal with Oppo. The Chinese tech company ranks eighth… Read more…