Xpeng will launch a new variant for the P7+ that supports 5C charging, claiming that the range it gets from a 10-minute charge can be used for a one-month commute.
Xpeng has already standardized 5C batteries for the updated G6, G9, and X9.
Scania extends battery-electric bus portfolio with three-axle low-entry alternative
With a new chassis variant that features the recently launched e-machine and charging options, plus new rear axle options, Scania provides bus operators with a compelling alternative for electrifying transport operations beyond purely urban applications. Read more…
BYD Yangwang reaches 10,000th delivery milestone
Yangwang’s 10,000th vehicle was delivered to Yu Minhong, founder of Chinese education group New Oriental.
Yu is a longtime BYD owner and in December 2020 took delivery of a BYD Han EV.
Nio Firefly won’t have dedicated swap stations in strategy shift
Firefly vehicles will be connected to Nio’s next-generation battery swap stations, instead of Nio’s original plan to have dedicated demonstration stations in the initial phase.
Nio’s fifth-generation battery swap stations, which will be operational as early as early next year, will be compatible with the Nio, Onvo and Firefly brands.
Nio targets Firefly to contribute 10% of sales
Nio management said orders for the Firefly were in line with expectations, and as before avoided talking about specific numbers.
Firefly will focus on one car, just as the Mini did in its early days.
Lucid Air Grand Touring range test and cabin noise
Lucid is an electric vehicle startup that quickly gathered attention with its luxury EVs with a taste of speed. The Lucid Air is its hero model – a sedan with a sleek design, great power and extravagant interior, turning it into one of the most capable options in its segment. Today, we are testing how efficient the Lucid Air Grand… Read more…
Tesla whistleblower says Musk wanted to deport her team for raising brake issue
Former Tesla engineer Christina Balan, who was fired in 2014, said in an interview that her entire team was threatened with deportation for taking her side when she brought up a brake safety issue directly to Elon Musk. She’s now succeeded in throwing out Tesla’s arbitration case against her, and hopes to meet Tesla directly in open court in a case that could influence corporate policy nationwide. Read more…
The New Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Drives Like An EV. Here’s How
Hyundai’s second-generation TMED-II hybrid system debuts on the 2026 Palisade. Innovative new battery technology makes it more EV-like. Read more…
Nio ignites European aspirations with affordable Firefly EV
Nio’s sub-brand Firefly has officially launched its first new small electric hatchback, the Firefly EV. Price between RMB 119,800 and RMB 125,800 (approximately €15,110 to €15,900) in China, the Firefly is designed to boost Nio’s sales volume. The company has confirmed that this compact EV will also make its way to Europe. The Firefly is the first model under Nio’s… Read more…
The Tesla Model Y Gets Tough Competition From The BYD Sealion 7
These two EVs are about as close as EV rivals get in Europe right now. But one still comes out ahead in this new test. Read more…
Can an electric bike really do 100 miles on a single charge?
When it comes to electric bikes, range anxiety is real — but it might be less of a concern than you think. In a recent real-world endurance test, Priority Bicycles’ Will Maurillo and Connor Swegle set out to answer a simple but ambitious question: Can a Current Plus e-bike hit 100 miles (160 km) on a single charge. Read more…
Kia EV9 Nightfall Edition is more than just a midnight makeover
Kia is turning up the style, and the speed with its new EV9 Nightfall Edition unveiled at the New York Auto Show alongside the EV4. This special version of the popular electric SUV isn’t just about looks; it offers better performance too. The Nightfall Edition takes the already sleek EV9 Land model and adds a touch of darkness and sportiness.… Read more…
Avatr officially launches 06 sedan with starting price of $28,750
The Avatr 06 is Avatr’s second sedan after the Avatr 12, and the third Avatr model offered in both BEV and EREV variants.
Avatr aims to achieve global sales of 400,000 units by 2027. In 2024, it delivered 73,606 vehicles.
Lynk & Co 02 range test
Lynk & Co is another brand of Geely and Volvo, which is quickly gaining popularity in Europe and some parts of Asia thanks to the aggressive pricing and well-equipped cars. The brand utilizes proven tech and know-how from its parent companies, which eases any reliability concerns. Today we are testing the Lynk & Co 02, which is the brand’s first… Read more…
What’s happening with Tesla’s solar roof?
The Tesla Solar Roof tiles are still alive, but the product is on the back burner at Tesla as it failed to achieve its promises. Read more…
How A 217,500-Mile Tesla Model 3 Battery Compares To One With 3,000 Miles
Both Teslas are three years old, so this is a good look at how mileage affects battery degradation. Read more…
New 2026 Volvo S90 looks great – but if you can read this, you probably can’t have one
Volvo Cars took the wraps off new-for-2026 S90 plug-in hybrid, calling the big sedan the most elegant and comfortable 90 yet, promising nearly 50 miles (80 km) of all-electric range and a comprehensive suite of high-end technology and design updates … but if you’re reading this in English, you probably can’t have one. Read more…
New 2026 Volvo S90 looks great – but if you can read this, you probably can’t have one
Volvo Cars took the wraps off new-for-2026 S90 plug-in hybrid, calling the big sedan the most elegant and comfortable 90 yet, promising nearly 50 miles (80 km) of all-electric range and a comprehensive suite of high-end technology and design updates … but if you’re reading this in English, you probably can’t have one. Read more…
This is it: Mazda EZ-60 crossover interior revealed ahead of global launch [video]
We got our first look at the new-for-2026 Mazda EZ-60 electric crossover just last week, but Mazda played coy with the interior, leading many in the media (including us) to believe that the interior would be pretty similar to the EZ-6 sedan‘s. We were wrong. Read more…
This is it: Mazda EZ-60 crossover interior revealed ahead of global launch [video]
We got our first look at the new-for-2026 Mazda EZ-60 electric crossover just last week, but Mazda played coy with the interior, leading many in the media (including us) to believe that the interior would be pretty similar to the EZ-6 sedan‘s. We were wrong. Read more…
