Toyota is upping its game with the new bZ3C SUV. Launching in early 2025, this midsize electric SUV has a projected range of up to 630 km. The bZ3C was first unveiled at the Beijing Auto Show. It measures 4780 mm in length, 1866 mm in width, and 1510 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2880 mm. Toyota will… Read more…

BYD is having a great time in the EV market, and November was another record-breaking month for the Chinese maker in terms of sales. It managed to sell 504,003 passenger vehicles last month, up 67.2% from November 2023 and up 0.7% from this October. So in November it’s sold more than in any other month. November is also only the… Read more…

Ford is expanding its electric vehicle lineup with the introduction of the all-electric Puma Gen-E. This new model brings zero-emission driving to Ford’s best-selling car in Europe, offering customers an interesting option in the compact crossover segment. The Puma Gen-E keeps the sporty design, but is powered by a 43 kWh battery that offers a range of up to 376… Read more…

Chinese automaker Avatr Technology, backed by Changan Automobile, CATL, and Huawei, has refreshed its Avatr 11 model with the addition of extended-range (EREV) variants. This is Avatr’s second model, following the Avatr 07, to offer both BEV and EREV options. Originally launched in August 2022 as a BEV-only model, the Avatr 11 was the first premium vehicle in China to… Read more…

After a somewhat controversial rebranding campaign and the unexpected cancellation of a nearly production-ready vehicle, British automaker Janguar unveiled a new concept car that reveals its vision for the electric future. Dubbed the Type 00, this futuristic EV is making its debut at Miami Art Week. The Type 00 is a radical departure from Jaguar’s current design language. The front… Read more…

The Stellantis board announces that it has accepted the resignation of Carlos Tavares as CEO of the company which includes brands like Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS Automobiles, FIAT, Jeep, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, and Vauxhall. A new CEO will be appointed in the first half of next year. The process of appointment is managed by a… Read more…

Volkswagen workers across nine German plants are standing up to the company. The strikes started today, December 2, and are a direct response to VW’s proposed 10% wage cut and the threat of factory closures. The trouble comes at a time when the automotive industry is grappling with shifting market dynamics, and the rise of cheaper competition from China. The… Read more…

DS started teasing its next EV earlier this month, and now it’s finally revealing the name and also giving us a peek inside. The next DS EV will be called N°8. In case you didn’t know, “N°” is French for “No.”, so this is the DS Numéro 8, or in English the DS No.8. In the image below you can… Read more…

According to inside sources, Mercedes is planning to launch four new models between 2025 and 2027, running Momenta’s smart autonomous driving software. This is a Chinese startup in which the company invested in 2017, but the two parties have never announced a partnership. The report seems entirely plausible, given Mercedes’ weakened market position in China. German automakers have been struggling… Read more…

Tesla has just released its highly anticipated 2024 Holiday Update, and it’s brimming with new features. Looking at the list of things that got spruced up, this is far more than just a usual stocking stuffer. It’s a whole sleigh full of upgrades. From safety enhancements to entertainment options and some long-awaited additions, Tesla is giving owners plenty to be… Read more…

Mini created an instant hit by introducing the Countryman back in 2010. The small crossover/SUV mix quickly captured the hearts of Mini purists, but also attracted crowrds of new customers. For two generations it generated the majority of Mini sales and naturally the third one comes even bigger and with more engine options. For the first time the Mini Countryman… Read more…

The Range Rover has always been synonymous with luxury and off-road capability. Now, the iconic SUV is going electric, and it’s proving its mettle in one of the most challenging environments on Earth: the Arabian desert. Prototypes of the Range Rover Electric are currently undergoing rigorous testing in the United Arab Emirates. The temperatures in the desert can soar above… Read more…

What is it? The Fiat 600e is a compact family car on a budget, sitting on Stellantis’ e-CMP platform. It’s a crossover of sorts and comes in just one version with 51 kWh usable battery capacity. Fiat 600e There are just two trim levels: RED and La Prima. The La Prima offers a few extra features and different styling for… Read more…

Tesla unveiled the pricing structure for its official API access and, in the process, sent shockwaves through the developer community. The exorbitant fees put the future of third-party apps in danger. Developers of these apps operated in a gray area for years without formal access to Tesla’s systems. The company finally released official API documentation late last year, and initially… Read more…

The 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV is exceeding expectations and quickly earning the position of a leader in the affordable EV segment. Recent independent testing by Edmunds has confirmed what many suspected: this electric crossover possesses remarkable range capabilities, bettering even its own EPA estimates. In Edmunds’ real-world range test, the base Equinox EV LT traveled an impressive 573 km on… Read more…

Backed by BYD, the Denza N9 is getting ready for its official debut, with global markets firmly in the company’s sights. And finally we get to see its impressive interior. Inside, the N9 feels like a high-tech sanctuary. The interior is dominated by a trio of screens: a massive 17.3-inch touchscreen in the center console, a 13.2-inch digital instrument cluster,… Read more…

Volkswagen Group is eyeing a shift in its electric vehicle sales strategy. The company wants to abandon its Tesla-inspired direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales model in major European markets, apparently due to complexities and slow adoption of EVs. Volkswagen acknowledged the challenges of operating both DTC sales for EVs and traditional retail operations for internal combustion engine vehicles in a recent press… Read more…

Tesla is making a big U-turn on its lease strategy. The company decided it was time to let its customers buy leased EVs at the end of the contract. This is a 180-degree change, and it raises questions if something changed in the company’s autonomous driving plans. Previously, Tesla had maintained that it would not offer lease buyouts, intending to… Read more…

According to industry insiders, BYD and SAIC are trying to negotiate lower parts prices from their suppliers, aiming to reduce costs by 10% starting January 2025. This indicates that the price war in the Chinese automotive industry is getting serious. The report from BYD stems from an email sent by the president of BYD Group and CPO of passenger cars.… Read more…

Mercedes-Benz just unveiled an enhanced version of its Active Parking Assist system. The latest edition is now available in a wide range of Mercedes-Benz models. The improved system now operates at a speed of 4 km/h – twice as fast as its predecessor, significantly reducing the time spent maneuvering into those tight spots. Drivers can initiate the parking process with… Read more…