Renault’s Alpine brand has just taken the wraps off the A290, which is basically an Alpine-ified Renault 5 E-Tech. The A290 comes with 180 hp and 285 Nm of torque or 220 hp and 300 Nm of torque. The latter powertrain enables acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.4 seconds, while the former does it in 7.4 seconds. Maximum… Read more…

The European Union’s recent decision to impose tariffs as high as 38% on electric vehicles imported from China has sent ripples through the automotive industry, particularly among German automakers. Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Volkswagen, who have all found a lucrative market in China, are voicing strong concerns about the potential backlash the tariffs could have on their Chinese operations. BMW CEO… Read more…

The Lynk & Co Z10 made its official debut at a global premiere in Gothenburg, Sweden. The flagship sedan, formerly known as the Lynk & Co Zero, points to a bold new direction for the brand. Based on Lynk & Co’s “The Next Day” concept car, the Z10 boasts has very distinctive headlights, hidden door handles, and frameless side windows.… Read more…

The Chinese EV exports in Europe are another step closer to higher tariffs. After Turkiye announced its hefty 40% tariff on Chinese car imports a couple of days ago, the European Commission came out with a preliminary decision as well. The European Commission started an investigation back in October last year to find out if Chinese EV makers are benefiting… Read more…

Apple used its WWDC event to showcase the progress it made with the next generation of CarPlay. Initially announced in 2022 the upcoming CarPlay system is finally coming this year and the company now showed what we can expect from it. With most modern EVs sporting multiple screens, Apple gives automakers and drivers the tools to tailor the interface to… Read more…

Germany has solidified its position as Europe’s leading electric vehicle manufacturer. In 2023, German automakers produced a staggering 1.27 million electric cars, comprising both battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. This figure places Germany second only to China in global EV production. While most of China’s EVs are sold domestically, Germany has a more outward-facing approach, with 76% of its… Read more…

The Lotus Emeya was unveiled last year and it went on sale in China before orders started in the EU and UK back in March of this year (with deliveries coming between July and September). To drive up some hype (are the order books emptier than expected?), the brand has now announced that the Emeya broke a record. For charging.… Read more…

Alpine is set to unveil its first all-electric urban sports car, the A290, on June 13 at the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans. This is a new chapter in Alpine’s story as it unveils its first fully electric model. The A290 promises to deliver the proper hot-hatch driving experience. The new model was recently spotted testing in the extreme… Read more…

Tesla has been going through a rough patch in the last couple of quarters and the company even resorted to mass layoffs. It is estimated that around 15-20% of Tesla’s staff were let go earlier this quarter. Elon Musk even fired the team behind Tesla’s Superchargers before rehiring some of them after realizing they are an essential part of Tesla’s… Read more…

Back in January we heard that Hyundai was working on an EV that would be based on the Casper ICE model sold in Korea. And now the brand has started teasing it, while also revealing its name: Inster. We’re not sure why Hyundai thought it a good idea to go for anything but Casper, as that sounds way cuter, but… Read more…

XPeng, the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, has just revealed the first official image and name of its highly anticipated new model – the XPeng Mona M03. This compact electric sedan is the inaugural model in XPeng’s new Mona series, a collaboration with ride-hailing giant Didi Global. With an estimated starting price of under RMB 200,000 (€25,700), the M03 could be… Read more…

European auto giant Stellantis continues its electrifying ascent in 2024, securing an 18.5% market share in the first five months with a 1.8% increase in sales volume compared to 2023. This success is amplified by its leading position in key markets like France, Italy, and Portugal and a notable May victory in Spain. Stellantis’ winning streak is evident in its… Read more…

Lynk & Co, the Geely and Volvo joint venture brand specializing in plug-in hybrids, is ready to enter the all-electric vehicle arena with its upcoming Zero electric sedan. Set to debut on June 12, the Zero EV has been generating much interest in the automotive industry, with recent teaser images showing its promising design. The teaser images reveal that the… Read more…

In 2023, Turkey imposed additional tariffs on Chinese EVs and introduced a couple of regulations regarding maintenance and after-market service. Now, the country is imposing 40% tariffs on all Chinese car imports to protect its local production. In an official statement, the trade ministry said the hefty tariffs are required to protect the domestic production and improve the country’s $45.2… Read more…

Tesla enthusiasts anticipating a major makeover of its most popular Model Y electric crossover will have to wait a bit longer. CEO Elon Musk dispelled rumors swirling around an imminent refresh of the vehicle, stating definitively that no such thing is planned for 2024. Musk’s announcement, made via his social media platform X, put an end to speculation that the… Read more…

In recent years Hyundai managed to boost its reputation significantly, its car now desirable to a huge number of people. One of the models that contributed a lot to this is the Ioniq 5, which we are reviewing today. It is a model that stands out with its looks and convinces the buyer with its day-to-day performance. Table of Contents:… Read more…

Huawei and Chery have unveiled their latest creation – the Luxeed S9. This sleek SUV coupe is poised to become a direct competitor to the popular Tesla Model Y, boasting an impressive array of features and technology at a competitive price. Set to hit the Chinese market in the second half of 2024, the Luxeed S9 is built on Chery’s… Read more…

Kia is building a robust EV lineup and has already announced the EV5, EV9 EV3 and the refreshed EV6. What’s missing is the EV4 – Kia’s take on electric sedans. Well, we now get to see one in the wild, although fully wrapped in camo. The EV4 was first announced alongside the EV3 as concept models back in October last… Read more…

Demand surges for Xiaomi’s SU7 model. And trying to keep up with its fast-growing order book, Xiaomi is doing all it can to ramp up production. The company is now looking for new factory workers, offering attractive salaries and bonuses, while also asking existing employees to extend working hours. The Xiaomi EV factory in China is looking to hire a… Read more…

Rivian’s much-anticipated refresh for the R1S and R1T is finally here. The company calls the new models “second generation”, as they have allegedly been “completely reengineered through hundreds of hardware improvements, performance upgrades, a fully redesigned software experience, and evolved in-house drive systems”. The iconic exterior design stays the same, but the quad-motor R1T now develops 1,025 hp and 1,624… Read more…