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Lucid Air unlocks hands-free driving with new software update

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Lucid Motors is proving that your vehicle can get smarter while it sits in your driveway, and rolls out a major software update that gives its Air sedan a significant new talent: hands-free driving. Starting this week, Lucid Air owners can activate the new features through an over-the-air (OTA) update. The update introduces “Hands-Free Driving Assist” and “Hands-Free Lane Change… Read more…

Ford’s Q2 2025 earnings show strong performance, but tariffs expected to slow down sales

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Ford published its Q2 earnings for this year, and the company beat analysts’ expectations, recording $50.02 billion in revenue, way more than the predicted $43.75 billion. That’s 5% year-on-year growth. However, despite the revenue growth, Ford still posted a $36 million net loss. One of the main offenders is the company’s Model E EV business, which lost $1.3 billion in… Read more…

Tesla plans a smaller Cybertruck version in the future

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During a Tesla investors’ event, the head of engineering, Lars Moravy, teased the Tesla Roadster, fueling speculations that Tesla’s supercar will finally arrive by the end of this year. During his speech, however, he also hinted at a smaller Cybertruck. Of course, the smaller Cybertruck isn’t planned to arrive anytime soon, but it confirms Tesla’s plans to make one in… Read more…

Leapmotor B10 enters Europe with sub-€30,000 price tag

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Chinese automaker Leapmotor has officially opened the order books for its B10 electric SUV, its first global model, with a starting price that will make people think twice. Beginning today, July 30th, customers in select European markets can order the new C-segment electric SUV for a list price starting from €29,900. Leapmotor is targeting what it calls a new generation… Read more…

Mercedes-Benz ready to unveil its most important EV yet: the all-electric GLC

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The gasoline-powered GLC has been a runaway success for Mercedes-Benz, consistently topping its sales charts for years. It’s the kind of vehicle that quietly defines a brand – practical, luxurious, and popular. Now, the German automaker is making its boldest move yet in the electric transition by unveiling an all-electric version of its bestseller. At the IAA MOBILITY 2025 show… Read more…

Tesla teases its next-gen Roadster once again, but don’t get your hopes up

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Tesla’s next-generation Roadster was officially announced back in 2017 and was scheduled to be released in 2020. Five years have passed since that moment, and in that span Elon Musk promised that the Roadster was almost ready for production a few dozen times. It has become a meme at this point. Potentially more interesting, this time the teaser comes from… Read more…

Spy photos reveal that Tesla’s new, cheaper Model Y goes back to basics

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Leaked images, first published by the popular Chinese auto blog “Garage 42,” reveal what looks like a more affordable version of the Tesla Model Y. It seems this long-awaited vehicle is simply a stripped-down version of Tesla’s best-selling electric SUV. Looking at the interior spy shots, Tesla is making some big cuts. The giant, single-pane panoramic glass roof, a signature… Read more…

Tesla signs €14.08 billion deal with Samsung for next-gen AI chips

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk has confirmed a landmark €14.08 billion deal with Samsung Electronics. The agreement will see Samsung produce Tesla’s next-generation artificial intelligence chips, a critical component for the future of the company’s electric cars and its self-driving technology. The partnership centers on Tesla’s future “AI6” chip, the brain that will eventually power the company’s most advanced driver-assistance systems.… Read more…

Subaru’s next big idea might be a very small electric car

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Subaru, known for its rugged, all-wheel-drive wagons and crossovers, is exploring a new frontier: the tiny electric car. Fresh off the launch of a couple of new electric vehicles, the Japanese automaker is now reportedly considering an even smaller, more affordable model for its future lineup. The company’s interest seems to be sparked by European trends, where small and stylish… Read more…

Huawei teases new 7-in-1 powertrain for the upcoming Aito M8

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When you hear the name Huawei, you probably think of smartphones, watches, or telecommunications equipment. But the company has been steadily making significant inroads into the automotive world. Its latest creation will debut in the upcoming all-electric Aito M8 SUV, and it shows just how serious Huawei’s ambitions are for the future of electric cars. Richard Yu, a key executive… Read more…

Arcfox reveals a very stylish $10,000 T1 electric hatchback

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The market for affordable electric cars is arguably one of the busiest spaces in the auto industry today. Many manufacturers focus on high-end, long-range models, but the real volume is often found in the budget-friendly segment. BAIC’s electric vehicle brand, Arcfox, has just released official images of its new T1 hatchback, a small EV with a sharp design and an… Read more…