The BYD Yangwang U9 Extreme has been considered the world’s fastest production car since September. Now it has also smashed the record for the fastest electric model on the Nürburgring’s Nordschleife, relegating the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra to second place. Read more…
First drive in the Volvo ES90: Scandinavian calm with 800 Volts
With the ES90, the Swedes are bringing their interpretation of a fully electric premium saloon to market. As the brand’s first model to use an 800-volt architecture, the ES90 marks the beginning of a new era for Volvo. Out on the road, the ES90 impresses with plenty of comfort and that familiar Scandinavian composure one expects from Volvo – though on closer inspection, it also reveals a few edges and quirks. Our test drive shows exactly where.
First drive in the Volvo ES90: Scandinavian calm with 800 Volts
With the ES90, the Swedes are bringing their interpretation of a fully electric premium saloon to market. As the brand’s first model to use an 800-volt architecture, the ES90 marks the beginning of a new era for Volvo. Out on the road, the ES90 impresses with plenty of comfort and that familiar Scandinavian composure one expects from Volvo – though on closer inspection, it also reveals a few edges and quirks. Our test drive shows exactly where.
The EV Tax Credit Ended. The EV Deals Are Still Going Strong–For Now
Plenty of automakers are filling the gap left by the cancellation of the $7,500 federal tax credit with their own offers. Lire la suite…
BYD updates 3 hybrid models in Song and Qin lineups to tackle fierce competition
BYD has launched the 2026 Song Pro DM-i SUV, Song L DM-i hybrid SUV, and Qin L DM-i hybrid sedan, introducing upgrades including longer battery range.
These models target the RMB 100,000 to RMB 150,000 market segment.
Cadillac Escalade IQ to be capable of Level 3 driving from 2028
Last year, General Motors shut down its robot taxi division Cruise, but wanted to use the expertise gained there for applications in regular passenger cars. Now there is the first concrete announcement: the Cadillac Escalade IQ is to be the first vehicle in the group to feature highly automated Level 3 driving in 2028. Read more…
Public transport operator in Zagreb to receive 500 electric buses
Public transport operator ZET in the Croatian capital Zagreb plans to electrify its entire bus fleet over the next ten years by procuring 500 electric buses. Zagreb’s mayor announced the initiative during the launch of two MAN electric buses now operating on city routes. Read more…
Cadillac Escalade IQ to be capable of Level 3 driving from 2028
Last year, General Motors shut down its robot taxi division Cruise, but wanted to use the expertise gained there for applications in regular passenger cars. Now there is the first concrete announcement: the Cadillac Escalade IQ is to be the first vehicle in the group to feature highly automated Level 3 driving in 2028. Read more…
Tesla Claims The Cybercab Is Coming In Eight Months—No Steering Wheel, No Pedals
Plus, automakers beg the Trump administration not to tax their robots, and Volkswagen has data about how people are buying its EVs. Lire la suite…
QuantumScape begins shipping Cobra-based B1 samples – its most advanced solid state battery to date
Solid-state battery developer QuantumScape announced it hit another key goal for 2025, beginning shipments of its B1 sample cells featuring separators produced using its proprietary Cobra process. The B1 battery samples are QuantumScape’s most advanced to date, moving the company a step closer to EV integration. Read more…
Hyundai’s new IONIQ 6 looks way better in person after its facelift [Video]
Hyundai will reveal the refreshed electric fastback at the LA Auto Show next month. Ahead of the event, the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 6 was caught rocking a sleek new facelift in the US. Read more…
Arizona seeking bids for 34 EV charging hubs
The Arizona Department of Transportation is looking for private organisations to either build, upgrade, operate and maintain 34 EV charging hubs on highways across the state. It’s the second phase of a strategy to build an EV fast charging network in Arizona. Read more…
Arizona seeking bids for 34 EV charging hubs
The Arizona Department of Transportation is looking for private organisations to either build, upgrade, operate and maintain 34 EV charging hubs on highways across the state. It’s the second phase of a strategy to build an EV fast charging network in Arizona. Read more…
GM’s EVs Can Be Home Backup Generators. They’re About To Get Better
General Motors is making its battery electric vehicle power-sharing a lot easier, thanks to new upgrades and a leasing program. Lire la suite…
CATL subsidiary Brunp reports progress in battery recycling
CATL subsidiary Brunp Recycling has released information about its latest material recovery rates in battery recycling: the Chinese company now extracts almost 100 per cent of nickel, cobalt and manganese from battery scrap and, according to its own figures, 96.5 per cent of lithium. Read more…
Porsche introduces the Macan GTS
Porsche introduced the fifth engine option for the electric Macan. The GTS sprints to 100 kph in 3.8 seconds. Although its 380 kW puts it below the Turbo, the Macan GTS is said to offer similarly agile handling. Read more…
Sunwoda unveils solid-state battery and builds associated 200 MW pilot line
The next Chinese manufacturer presents a near-series solid-state battery: according to Chinese media reports, Sunwoda presented the ‘Xin Bixiao’ battery with an energy density of 400 Wh/kg and a service life of 1,200 cycles at a conference. The associated pilot line is also expected to be online by the end of the year. Read more…
“Openness to technology is not industrial policy” – interview with MAN CEO Alexander Vlaskamp
German Chancellor Merz hosted an auto summit this month and delivered the catchy line that “the electric car drives on the main road”. But where does the electric truck drive? We spoke to someone who attended the summit: Alexander Vlaskamp, CEO of MAN Truck & Bus, on shared industry interests, new competition from China, and political misconceptions. Read more…
Xpeng launches updated X9 MPV in Malaysia
The updated Xpeng X9 was launched in Malaysia just seven months after its predecessor’s launch there.
Last week, the updated G6 SUV was launched in Malaysia.
Tesla’s Q3 results reveal more EVs sold, but profit dips
Tesla’s financial results for the third quarter of 2025 are in, and the numbers tell a confusing story. The company set a new record for revenue, pulling in €23.99 billion. It also managed to deliver 497,099 vehicles to customers. And yet, despite selling more EVs than ever, the profits took a major hit. Investors were clearly not impressed, and the… Read more…
