As October 24 approaches, electric vehicle enthusiasts and industry insiders are looking forward to the official unveiling of the XPeng X9 MPV. A glance at the recently revealed render images and the whispers of its debut at XPeng’s upcoming Technology Day have kept the grapevine busy. Rewinding back to February, we were treated to the first sneak peek of this new electric MPV. Fast forward to May, and the cat was out of the bag – XPeng’s CEO, He Xiaopeng, confirmed the vehicle’s development. Aiming to stake its claim in China’s growing MPV market, he unveiled its name – the X9. By… More…

Mazda, a brand synonymous with the exhilarating “Zoom-Zoom” slogan, has long tantalized automotive enthusiasts with its unique approach to driving dynamics, style, and attainable luxury. However, when it comes to the electric vehicle evolution, it seems like they’ve been taking the scenic route. While rival brands are ramping up battery factories and pushing ambitious EV lineups, Mazda seems to be, well, strolling in the park. Will we see an electric Miata For the Mazda aficionados who have been eagerly waiting for the brand to make a significant electric move, there’s a glimmer of… More…

Chevrolet has finally spilled some beans on its 2024 Blazer EV. But, as with any dish served with a side of news, not all details are seasoned with straightforwardness. The automaker recently shared specifics on the 2024 Blazer EV 2LT and RS trims. In terms of power, both these dual electric motor (read: all-wheel drive) models will pack a punch with 288 horsepower and a torque of 333 lb-ft. On the dollar front, the all-wheel-drive versions of the 2LT and RS will bear price tags of $56,715 and $61,790, respectively. Now, if you’re wondering about the price for the front-drive 2LT – join… More…

As if the concept of an electric Land Cruiser wasn’t enough, Toyota’s unveiling of its electric truck concept, the EPU, has left the automotive community filled with speculation and debate. Billed as a midsize, its specifications lean closer to Ford’s increasingly popular Maverick. But is this newcomer a genuine rival or simply a teaser of what may lie ahead? At a glance, the Toyota EPU might appear like any other midsize pickup. But look a bit closer, and you’ll notice its more compact dimensions. Its measurements – 5,070 mm in length, 1,910 mm in width, and a height of 1,710 mm – are… More…

Down Under, something electrifying is brewing, and no, it’s not another Crocodile Dundee movie. Australian researchers are boasting of a major leap in the battery world, potentially changing the game for electric vehicles and smartphones alike. The name of the game changer? The lithium-sulfur (Li-S) battery. Developed at Monash University in Melbourne, the newly minted Li-S battery design offers an impressive array of advantages over the traditional lithium-ion batteries we’ve all come to know (and sometimes, grudgingly, replace). Holding a whopping five times the energy while ringing in… More…