China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has announced new mandatory national safety standards for electric vehicle batteries, set to come into effect on 1 July 2026. A key requirement of the revised regulation is that batteries must no longer pose any risk of fire or explosion. Read more…
Huawei and SAIC announce joint electric car brand Shangjie
Tech giant Huawei has officially unveiled yet another automotive brand, Shangjie. This venture is a partnership with SAIC Motor, a major Chinese automaker, and the two companies signed a formal agreement two months prior. Richard Yu, a top executive at Huawei, introduced the Shangjie brand at an event showcasing Huawei’s HIMA (Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance) business. He announced that the… Read more…
Subaru unveils second electric model – the Trailseeker EV
Subaru of America has unveiled its second electric SUV, the Trailseeker EV, at the New York International Auto Show. The model is scheduled to go on sale in the US starting in 2026. Meanwhile, the brand’s first EV, the Solterra, received a facelift. Read more…
Subaru unveils second electric model – the Trailseeker EV
Subaru of America has unveiled its second electric SUV, the Trailseeker EV, at the New York International Auto Show. The model is scheduled to go on sale in the US starting in 2026. Meanwhile, the brand’s first EV, the Solterra, received a facelift. Read more…
Rivian electrifies HelloFresh’s van fleet
HelloFresh is Rivian’s first major commercial customer since its exclusivity clause with Amazon ended in 2023. So far, HelloFresh has introduced 70 electric Rivian vans into its fleet – meaning a quarter of its whole fleet is now electric. Read more…
Mercedes launches series production of the CLA
Production of the electric Mercedes CLA at the Rastatt plant has apparently already started. The probable background to the earlier series production: The official order release is said to have been brought forward from mid-June to 29 April. Read more…
ENSO launches Premium tire range designed for Tesla and other high-performance EVs
EV tire specialist ENSO has launched a new premium range of ultra-high performance (UHP) tires designed for passenger electric vehicles. Soon, US drivers of EVs from Tesla and other high-performance models will be able to purchase this new tire range as ENSO significantly expands its product lineup. Read more…
China puts brakes on chaos in smart driving sector
Chinese authorities have begun to step up efforts to regulate the software deployment and marketing in the smart driving space, amid concerns over the growing abuse of the systems.
Car companies are asked to refrain from using words like smart driving and to perform OTA updates only after completing validation.
Take a look at Nio’s Onvo L90 SUV in all its massive glory
Nio’s sub-brand Onvo is almost ready to launch its second model, following the L60 SUV which came out last year. The next Onvo will also be an SUV, but a much larger one. Meet the Onvo L90. This was just certified for sale in China by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, a process which always reveals images of… Read more…
Leapmotor files for B01 electric sedan, to debut at Shanghai auto show
The B01 is 4,770 mm long and will be the second model in Leapmotor’s B-series.
Leapmotor is targeting monthly sales of more than 40,000 units of the B-series models.
Leapmotor files for B01 electric sedan, to debut at Shanghai auto show
The B01 is 4,770 mm long and will be the second model in Leapmotor’s B-series.
Leapmotor is targeting monthly sales of more than 40,000 units of the B-series models.
New electric Honda SUV with 469 hp and 403 mile range (in China)
The new-for-2025 Honda P7 electric SUV officially went on sale earlier today with 469 hp and more than 650 km (403 miles) of range from its 89.8-kWh nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery … and you won’t believe the price. Read more…
New off-road concept that ditches screens proves it: Genesis GETS luxury
Luxury is a tough concept to pin down, but being constantly connected to work, kids, and telemarketers ain’t it. Genesis gets it, and its latest ultra-luxe off-road concept ditches screens in favor of the view out the windshield – and it’s got enough off-road chops to promise two things about those views: they’re real, and they’re spectacular. Read more…
ABS & SCAG to power next-gen commercial mowers with intelligent lithium-ion technology
American Battery Solutions have announced a strategic partnership with SCAG Power Equipment, a division of Wisconsin-based Metalcraft of Mayville Inc., to provide cutting-edge lithium-ion battery technology to power the all-new Scag® RC Extreme Slope™ Mower. The partnership is set up to run through 2027 with deliveries of Alliance Intelligent Battery Series™ systems already underway from ABS’ Springboro, Ohio manufacturing facility. Read more…
New Sealing Material For Safe Battery Cells
Freudenberg Sealing Technologies offers an optimized sealing material for e-mobility applications as an alternative to PFAS-containing thermoplastic and FKM seals. This new material series is processed by injection molding, delivers superior sealing performance, ensures battery life and meets increasingly stringent environmental regulations. Read more…
BYD Fang Cheng Bao launches Tai 3 SUV, prices start at $18,300
The Tai 3 is the first model in Fang Cheng Bao’s Tai lineup, expanding its product coverage from off-road SUVs to also include family SUVs.
It is also Fang Cheng Bao’s first BEV model, as well as the least expensive.
Subaru Solterra gets a big upgrade and a design overhaul for MY2026
During the New York Auto Show, Subaru introduced an upgraded Subaru Solterra model year 2026 with plenty of new features and a complete exterior redesign. More importantly, though, the Solterra gets massive range and performance upgrades. 2026 Subaru Solterra The new hardware includes a larger 74.7 kWh battery, faster charging and a more powerful rear-mounted motor. The larger battery pack… Read more…
Huawei-SAIC joint brand officially unveiled, aiming to launch 1st EV this fall
Shangjie will have an initial investment of RMB 6 billion ($820 million) and a dedicated team of more than 5,000 people.
The new brand will use SAIC’s most mature production lines and will have an exclusive factory in the future.
Nio to showcase full range of models from its 3 brands at 2025 Shanghai auto show
This will be the 5th time for the Nio main brand to participate in the Shanghai auto show, and the first time for two sub-brands, Onvo and Firefly, to make their debut at the show.
Two models of Onvo and the first model of Firefly will be on display at the Shanghai auto show.
China NEV retail at 275,000 in Apr 1-13, down 17% from same period last month
Dramatic changes in the external environment, especially additional tariffs that exceeded expectations, have taken a toll on consumer sentiment, the CPCA said.
China’s retail sales of all passenger cars in the April 1-13 period were 515,000 units, up 8 percent year-on-year but 14 percent lower than the same period last month.
