Solid-state batteries have been round the corner for a while at this point, but it appaears 2027 might finally be year when a bunch of automakers finally release their first vehicles with it. Nissan has seemingly chosen a very special vehicle to premiere the tech – its first all-electric GT-R. Nissan’s global vice president, Ivan Espinosa, revealed that solid-state batteries… Read more…

Range Rover is venturing into the electric vehicle space with its first-ever electric model. Set to arrive in 2025, this battery-powered luxury 4×4 will challenge the likes of the Mercedes-Benz G580 and other high-end electric SUVs that combine opulence with all-terrain capability. While retaining the iconic Range Rover aesthetic, the EV version will undergo significant modifications. It will use a… Read more…

Mini is making a bold play in the US electric car market with its new Countryman SE ALL4. This stylish EV comes with a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive powertrain delivering a spirited 308 horsepower, enough to propel it from 0 to 97 km/h in a brisk 5.4 seconds. However, with a starting price of $45,200 and a range of just 341 km,… Read more…

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is getting a makeover. Spy shots and insider information reveal a facelift that includes redesigned headlights and potentially a larger battery for increased range. But the most electrifying news? A high-performance N variant is already in the works. The Ioniq 6, launched in 2022, has already made a name for itself as Hyundai’s most energy-efficient EV… Read more…

Xpeng’s Tesla Model 3 competitor, Mona M03, is now available for pre-order after seeing its official debut in early July this year. The car has “record-breaking” aerodynamics and it’s now launching in China for RMB 119,800 (€15,700). Meanwhile, Xpeng’s CEO confirmed in an interview its company’s plans to set foot in Europe and build a manufacturing facility. Just like BYD,… Read more…

Samsung has announced a partnership with US chip giant Qualcomm Technologies. The collaboration will focus on producing advanced chips for a range of automotive applications, particularly for the in-vehicle infotainment and driver-assistance systems. At the heart of this partnership lies Samsung’s latest LPDDR4X memory chip, which has been successfully certified for use with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Digital Chassis. This duo will… Read more…

In a move that highlights its ambition to capture the premium EV market, Chinese auto giant BYD has announced a strategic partnership with tech powerhouse Huawei. The collaboration will see Huawei’s advanced autonomous driving system, Qiankun ADS 3.0, integrated into BYD’s upcoming Bao 8 SUV, set to hit the roads later this year under the Fang Cheng Bao sub-brand. This… Read more…

In a move that will significantly impact the electric vehicle market in Canada, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Monday that the country will impose a hefty 100% tariff on Chinese-made EVs. Canada follows similar measures taken by the US and Europe, attempting to safeguard domestic manufacturing from the influx of low-cost Chinese EVs. The timing of this announcement is… Read more…

Electric vehicles are changing the way we drive, but charging times can still be quite a bit of a drag. Volkswagen has a clever solution to make those waits more bearable, even fun – casual multiplayer games right in your car. Starting this September, several Volkswagen models, including popular EVs like the ID.7, ID.5, ID.4, and ID.3, along with the… Read more…

Tesla is trying to revitalise its slumping sales by bringing back its referral program. The revamped program offers benefits for both new buyers and existing Tesla owners – the clearest sign yet of a renewed focus on customer engagement and driving demand for its electric vehicles. Under the resurrected referral program, new Tesla buyers using a referral code will receive… Read more…

BYD is almost ready to launch the Seal 06 GT, a production model based on their Ocean-M concept. The company claims that thanks to the sporty design and performance-oriented features, the Seal 06 GT is designed to capture the hearts of young drivers looking for an electric vehicle that’s both fun and practical. The issue with that statement is the… Read more…

Volkswagen has decided to cut back its EV battery cell plant plans given the recent sales slump for EVs. The company is scaling back its developments in Europe and North America, and will reevaluate in the future based on how the EV market evolves. VW announced in 2021 that it would have six battery cell plants by 2030 with a… Read more…

Electric vehicle manufacturer Neta Auto is set to break new ground with the upcoming launch of its Neta S Hunting Edition. This model will be the first in the world to use CATL’s innovative CIIC skateboard chassis. The official unveiling of the Neta S Hunting Edition is scheduled for August 25. The spotlight will be on the 800V version, built… Read more…

Tesla’s Cybertruck has so far had no driver assistance features, despite deliveries having started quite a while back, and despite the fact that “Full Self Driving” aka FSD was a required purchase for early adopters in the Foundation Series. A purchase they haven’t so far been able to take advantage of. That, however, will thankfully change pretty soon. FSD is… Read more…

Zeekr is preparing for the grand reveal of its 7X electric SUV at the Chengdu Auto Show on August 30, with an anticipated release scheduled for late September. Ahead of the full unveiling, the company released teaser images of the interior, highlighting five key design elements: the central console buttons, a yacht-inspired mid-platform design, the ambient lighting, speaker aesthetics, and… Read more…

A market analysis from JATO Dynamics for July 2024 reveals that BMW overtook Tesla in EV sales in Europe for the first time. Europe’s EV market fell 6% year over year, while the overall vehicle market saw a modest 2% gain compared to the same period last year. BMW sold 14,869 EVs in July 2024, while Tesla moved 14,581. This… Read more…

Xiaomi stunned the world with the SU7, its first ever EV (and first ever car), which continues to exceed sales expectations and force the company to up its sales targets. And then, Xiaomi stunned the world again, last month, with the 1,548 hp SU7 Ultra hypercar prototype/concept. A few days after the unveiling of the SU7 Ultra, Xiaomi dropped another… Read more…

Following the sporty, hot-hatchy N version, Hyundai is now preparing to add yet another variation to the Ioniq 5, it seems. This time we’re talking about a rugged, adventure-focused Ioniq 5 XRT (e-Terrain). We’ll just refer to it as the Ioniq 5 XRT for brevity. It was spotted in full camo near the Hyundai-Kia Technical Center in Korea, with one… Read more…

Tesla is trying to entice potential buyers of the Model S and Model X with the introduction of the ‘Drive Anywhere Package.’ This new offering is supposed to improve the ownership experience for Tesla Model S and Model X customers, offering a compelling blend of value and innovation. Priced at $5,000 in the US, the ‘Drive Anywhere Package’ includes three… Read more…

In a move that caught many by surprise, Ford, America’s second-largest electric vehicle manufacturer, is rethinking its electrification strategy. The company’s bold EV plans are being tempered by the harsh realities of profitability, customer preferences, and the ever-evolving EV market. Having poured billions into developing electric models like the F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E, the models didn’t prove as profitable… Read more…