As Xiaomi diversifies its technological dominion, its first foray into the electric vehicle landscape is beginning to take shape. Newly surfaced spy shots give automobile enthusiasts and tech aficionados their first glimpse into Xiaomi’s initial EV model. These images, originating from the Chinese social media platform Xiaohongshu, show an electric sedan rich with modern design cues, despite its strategic camouflage and missing components. The captured images of Xiaomi’s EV, shrouded in veils of secrecy until now, show frameless doors – a sleek touch for an elegant entry and exit – and… More…

It seems the Chinese have found a remedy for range anxiety – enter the Dayun Yuanhang Y6, a new luxury sedan poised to redefine the benchmarks of the electric automotive industry. With the production set to start on November 8, this Chinese-manufactured marvel is not just a testament to technological advancement but also to the increasingly competitive pricing strategies in the EV sector, with models priced between RMB 329,800 and RMB 529,800 (€42,000 – €68,000). The Yuanhang Y6’s impressive specs are anchored on its electric BHD platform, a brainchild of collaborative innovation… More…

In an industry often punctuated by cautious strides, BMW is making bold leaps into its electric future. A surge of information from a well-placed insider within the Bimmerpost forum has sketched a tantalizing outline of BMW’s electrification plans, which include a spectrum of new models slated to emerge over the next decade. The resurgence of the i3 in sedan guise, coupled with a series of iX-branded SUVs, marks a strategic expansion of BMW’s EV lineup. The first model off the starting line will be the next-gen iX3, slated to roll into production in July 2025. Anticipated to house a… More…

EVs are expensive. All of them – even the most affordable ones are still generally more expensive than comparable ICE cars, and that’s a problem if adoption is to move past the early adopter phase. Kia’s EV9 is very expensive to begin with (“especially for a Kia”, as some might say), and the brand seems to be very aware of this fact, since in a leaked letter it sent to its US dealers it’s pleading with them not to sell the car above MSRP (the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price). Here’s Kia’s exact wording from the letter: The EV9 customer is an important new owner to the Kia… More…

In the evolving landscape of electric vehicles, Volvo has positioned itself as a beacon of reliability and innovation. The 2024 lineup of Volvo’s electric fleet in the United States is setting a new standard for the industry, offering substantial upgrades with minimal financial impact. Starting with the 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge, drivers can look forward to an impressive EPA-estimated range of up to 478 km – a significant jump from its predecessor’s 364 km. Underneath its Scandinavian design lies an 82-kilowatt-hour battery propelling the new rear-wheel-drive (RWD) variant, which starts at a… More…