BMW took a huge risk by fully transforming the new 7-Series. The model has been the brand’s flagship model for almost five decades and the new G70 variant is more radical than ever. From its extravagant looks, through its posh interior and all the way to the first ever fully electric powertrain – the new 7-Series elevates luxury to a whole new level. So has this risk paid off for BMW? Today we are testing the fully electric version of the new 7-Series, called the i7 xDrive60. Our test car is filled with optional extras that alone cost about 60% of the price of a base i7. And they may… More…
Electric VW Golf set for Wolfsburg plant, scalable EV platform
Volkswagen on Friday confirmed plans for a new electric version of the Golf hatchback, to be built in Wolfsburg, Germany, starting later in the decade. A more specific timeline wasn’t given, but VW confirmed the Golf will be one of several EVs based on its next-generation dedicated EV platform, known as SSP. Announced in 2021, SSP is due to be a… More…
Norway: Plug-In Car Market Share Hits Record 93% In September 2023
The Tesla Model Y represented almost a quarter of all new car registrations. More…
Tesla Wages To Go Up In The Wake Of UAW Strike, Barclays Predicts
Barclays analyst Dan Levy said the strike would affect the labor costs of all automakers in the US, including Tesla. More…
China Set A Massive Plug-In Car Sales Record Of 750,000 Units In August 2023
It’s estimated that China is responsible for six out of 10 new rechargeable cars sold globally. More…
XPeng Increased Electric Car Sales To Over 15,000 In September 2023
Thanks to the new XPeng G6 model, a new monthly sales record appears to be just around the corner. More…
The Patak Rodster Is A Retro-Inspired Electric Microcar From Slovakia
It starts from about $24,000 in Europe and seats two. More…
Tesla Delivers 435,059 Cars In Q3 2023
The numbers are in and it proved to be a lower-than-expected quarter for Tesla. More…
Electrify America opens 350-kw EV fast charger at Grand Canyon
Electrify America on Wednesday announced the opening of a DC fast-charging station near the Grand Canyon, putting its natural splendor within reach of more EV drivers. Located at the Grand Canyon Visitor Center at the south entrance of Grand Canyon National Park in Tusayan, Arizona, the charging station includes six individual chargers with power… More…
NIO EV Deliveries Exceeded 15,000 In September 2023
With the launch of the new EC6, the company completed its model switchover from the NT1.0 to the NT2.0 platform. More…
Rivian R1S Caught Testing New Tesla Supercharger Stall In Alaska
It’s the first Magic Dock-equipped Supercharger in the state. More…
Honda unveils its electric concepts
Electric vehicle enthusiasts, get ready to shift your expectations because Honda’s not just sticking to terra firma. From electric cars to airborne concepts, Honda just shared a bunch of concepts previewing its electrified future. After the debut of the Honda Prologue EV, it’s apparent that Honda is not only jumping onto the electric bandwagon but aims to steer it. A new commercial has now revealed its electrifying roadmap. Now, let’s address the flying elephant in the room: an EV with wings. Yes – Honda is teasing a concept of an eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing)… More…
Tesla Cybertruck Expected To Boost Brand’s Loyalty Rate Further
Analysts say the Cybertruck offers existing Tesla owners another reason to stay with the brand. More…
Tesla Model Y Gets Beadlock Off-Road Wheels From Unplugged Performance
Priced at $1,123.75 each, the wheels are “a taste of what’s to come” for the Cybertruck, said Unplugged Performance’s CEO. More…
Rivian R1T Inventory Shop Goes Live, Delivery Time As Low As 1 Week
Prospective customers can also order a custom configuration that can take as much as four months to complete. More…
Volvo teases its first EM90 electric minivan
The minivan might seem like a relic from the 90s to some, but Volvo evidently doesn’t think so. Brushing aside the SUV craze that’s swept today’s automotive scene, the Swedish automaker just gave us a little sneak peek of their upcoming all-electric minivan, the EM90. And judging from what we’ve seen so far, it’s set to be a visual treat. Released on the heels of a teaser video a month prior, Volvo turned to Instagram to parade a few more tantalizing images of the EM90. Scheduled for a grand reveal on November 12, 2023, these snapshots give us just a taste, hinting at what’s to come. … More…
See Tesla Model S Plaid Track Pack Take On Taycan Turbo S, Audi RS e-Tron GT
The Taycan is of the Sport Turismo variety and costs over $200,000. More…
Bo releases finalised specification of micro-mobility vehicle, the Bo M
Bo, maker and developer of the world’s most sophisticated urban micro-mobility vehicle, announces the move to production and confirms full launch specifications of the revolutionary Bo M, a new electric vehicle for city riders, which will offer the smoothest and most stable ride of any vehicle in its class. More…
2024 BMW i5 First Drive Review: The Electric 5 Delivers
Our first stint behind the wheel of BMW’s new 5 Series is in the all-electric i5, set to take on the Mercedes-Benz EQE and Tesla Model S. More…
BYD’s Fang Cheng Bao Bao 5 price leaks in China
When it comes to breaking new ground in the electric automotive world, China isn’t one to stay behind. And once again, the world is given another reason to pay attention – the Fang Cheng Bao Bao 5. The freshly leaked pricing for the FCB Bao 5 caused quite a stir. The much-anticipated off-roader is priced at a competitive RMB 289,800 (or roughly €37,020). Fang Cheng Bao announced this particular model during the Chengdu Auto Show and confirmed its launch in the current year. The FCB Bao 5 is the pioneer model under the recently introduced Fang Cheng Bao off-road NEV brand. Now, for… More…
