Tesla released its quarterly safety report, and the numbers, at first glance, seem impressive. According to Tesla, cars using the Autopilot system drove an average of 7.08 million miles before a crash occurred in the third quarter of 2024. This compares favorably to 1.29 million miles for Tesla drivers not using Autopilot and a dismal 670,000 miles for the average… Read more…

Xiaomi is selling SU7 units at a steady pace – last we heard it delivered 10,000 of them in September alone. The company has started an expansion of its EV factory, and a new report today says this will be finished in mid-2025. More specifically, the second phase of the Xiaomi Intelligent Manufacturing Industrial Base is going to be completed… Read more…

Opel announced a new Mokka Electric model year 2025 with a slight change in the design and more streamlined configurations. The new Mokka now comes in only one variant – with 115 kW output and 54 kWh battery. Previously, the Opel Mokka Electric was offered in two configurations: a 50 kWh battery with a 136 hp (100 kW) motor and… Read more…

What is it? The Renault 5 E-Tech is the iconic Renault 5 reincarnated. But unlike a number of other iconic names that have been brought back recently, this one doesn’t stray away from its roots. It offers a blend of the latest EV tech and the classic styling of the past. The new Renault 5 E-Tech is an affordable, city-friendly… Read more…

The Fiat 500e is a cute little car, but the new Giorgio Armani Collector’s Edition promises to take this appeal to a whole new level. Fiat calls it a fashion statement on wheels, and it truly is a testament to Italian design. Fiat and Armani, two iconic Italian brands, have joined forces to create a limited-edition electric car that’s as… Read more…

During this year’s Snapdragon Summit, Qualcomm introduced two new high-end chips for the automotive industry – Snapdragon Cockpit Elite and Snapdragon Ride Elite. The two chips are part of the company’s Snapdragon Digital Chassis portfolio and use Qualcomm’s brand new Oryon CPU. As the names imply, the Cockpit Elite is responsible for the infotainment system inside the cabin, while the… Read more…

Tesla Cybertruck, the electric pickup truck that has been the subject of never-ending controversy, has hit yet another snag. The optional range extender, which was supposed to significantly increase the truck’s driving distance, has been delayed and will now offer less range than originally promised. When Tesla first unveiled the Cybertruck in 2019, it touted a tri-motor version with a… Read more…

The Chinese EV market shows no signs of slowing down with innovative new models appearing seemingly every week. One of the latest and possibly most intriguing entries is the Changan Nevo E07. It’s an SUV with a unique feature: it can transform into a pickup truck. This clever design addresses two issues at once – it circumvents restrictions on pickup… Read more…

Audi makes great wagons, or as it calls them, Avants. But it’s also created some of the best-looking sportbacks out there. This one may be its best ever – meet the Audi S6 Sportback e-tron. This may be an A6 by name, due to Audi’s new naming convention, but it’s all A7 on the outside. You can have the same… Read more…

Today Mercedes has proudly announced that it’s opened its first battery recycling plant. It’s located in Kuppenheim in southern Germany, and will operate with an expected recovery rate of more than 96% thanks to its mechanical-hydrometallurgical process. It’s net CO2-neutral too thanks to its roof being equipped with a photovoltaic system and it makes Mercedes the first car manufacturer in… Read more…

Deepal, the electric vehicle subsidiary of Changan Automobile, has launched its second new model in the past three months, the S05 compact SUV. This comes hot on the heels of the L07 sedan, which debuted in May. The S05 comes in both battery electric and extended-range electric (EREV) versions. The Deepal S05 officially has a starting price of RMB 119,900… Read more…

According to the latest reports, Chinese automaker BYD is preparing to launch its own smart driving system. This would be a significant step for the company, which has so far relied on third-party solutions for its advanced driver-assistance systems. Slated for release as early as November, BYD’s own algorithms will power the company’s DiPilot smart driving platform. DiPilot, BYD’s proprietary… Read more…

Tesla announced its Cybertruck in 2019 and before launching it in late 2023 collected reservations from buyers with refundable $100 deposits. They were so numerous that it would take years to fullfil them, but it appears that few of them were actually converted. Starting today anyone can open Tesla’s configurator and order a Cybertruck without needing a reservation. That’s a… Read more…

Cadillac has often struggled to make a dent in the tricky European market. Historically, European buyers have favored their homegrown brands like Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Audi, leaving Cadillac on the sidelines. Well, it seems the tides might be turning. In a surprise upset, the Cadillac Lyriq, an all-electric SUV, has snatched the Luxury category win at the prestigious 2024 German… Read more…

Tesla’s ambitious plan to bring its Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology to China appears to be hitting a speed bump. While the electric car giant initially projected a first-quarter 2025 launch, recent reports suggest that regulatory hurdles may cause delays. Tesla’s FSD is a suite of features designed to enhance driving automation, enabling vehicles to navigate highways, city streets, and parking… Read more…

Nissan is adding some serious spice to its electric SUV lineup with the introduction of the Ariya Nismo to the UK market. This performance-tuned version of the Ariya promises to deliver a thrilling driving experience, merging the instant torque of an electric powertrain with Nismo’s racing heritage. Priced from £56,620, the Ariya Nismo undercuts one of its main rivals, the… Read more…

Mercedes-Benz is bringing a series of exciting updates to its 2025 lineup. The German automaker is adding larger batteries to its popular EQE and EQS sedans and also introducing the electric version of its iconic G-Class SUV to the American market. The EQE 350+ and EQE 500 will now come with a 96-kilowatt-hour battery, a decent upgrade from the previous… Read more…

The electric vehicle industry is no stranger to collaborations, but one of the most potentially exciting ones never came to be. It was discovered that Apple partnered with BYD, the Chinese EV and battery giant, to develop a revolutionary battery system. This clandestine collaboration, which took place around 2017, focused on lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cells. That tech is often… Read more…

The European Union’s plan to ban new petrol and diesel cars by 2035 is facing pushback from local maker BMW. The German giant, known for its sporty driving experience and luxury vehicles, is urging the EU to reconsider the ban, arguing that it could increase Europe’s dependence on China for electric car batteries. BMW CEO Oliver Zipse, speaking at the… Read more…