BYD is planning to refresh its luxury Yangwang U7 sedan, which comes in fully-electric and PHEV variants. Regulatory filings reveal the updated BEV version sports a massive 150 kWh LFP battery and 17.7 kWh per 100 km consumption. The Yangwang U7 EV model year 2026 will be offered in two powertrain versions – 1,287 hp and 1,341 hp, both of… Read more…
The Kia Seltos goes hybrid for the first time: Will we see an EV version next?
Kia opened orders for the Seltos hybrid in South Korea, saying it lays the groundwork for the electric vehicle era. Does that mean the Seltos will get an EV version, too. Read more…
Tesla quietly starts shipping Model Y with new AI4.5 computer
Tesla appears to be quietly rolling out a new version of its Full Self-Driving computer, with new Model Y owners discovering their vehicles are equipped with “Hardware 4.5”, or AI4.5 as it’s being labeled internally. Read more…
GM plugs in with Electrify America to make EV charging a breeze
GM just made it even easier for Chevy, GMC, and Cadillac EV drivers to find and use Electrify America charging stations. Read more…
Tesla brings Cybertruck to Middle East amid US demand collapse
Tesla has officially begun Cybertruck deliveries in the United Arab Emirates, marking the electric pickup’s first sales in the Middle East and its second international market after South Korea. Read more…
2026 Toyota RAV4 PHEV Review: Does A Plug Make America’s Best-Selling SUV Better?
The newest RAV4 is hybrid-only. We found out if the plug-in version, with about 50 miles of all-electric range, is worth it. Lire la suite…
Thailand: Line Man to deploy 50 BYD electric taxis on its ride-hailing platform
Line Man, a Thailand-based super app, plans to deploy 50 units of BYD’s e6 electric MPV on its ride-hailing platform. BYD delivered the first batch of vehicles in Bangkok on 16 January. Read more…
Thailand: Line Man to deploy 50 BYD electric taxis on its ride-hailing platform
Line Man, a Thailand-based super app, plans to deploy 50 units of BYD’s e6 electric MPV on its ride-hailing platform. BYD delivered the first batch of vehicles in Bangkok on 16 January. Read more…
GM Just Fixed One Of The Biggest Headaches Of EV Charging
One less smartphone app to worry about is a win. Lire la suite…
The Case For Plug-In Hybrids Is Changing. Here’s What Happened
Plus: More details on the long-awaited arrival of the Rivian R2, and what Tesla’s investors want to hear on this week’s earnings call. Lire la suite…
Amsterdam bans fossile-fuel and meat ads
The Amsterdam City Council has decided to ban advertising for meat as well as products powered by fossil energy in public spaces. In other words, advertisements for combustion-engine cars, cruises, and flights will no longer be permitted in the city’s streets. Read more…
Vietnam: VinFast launches family-focused VF MPV 7 three-row EV
Vietnamese automaker VinFast has launched a new seven-seat electric MPV, the VF MPV 7, in its home market. The company has derived the VF MPV 7 from the Limo Green commercial model introduced last year and is targeting private customers with this model. Read more…
Winter range test: Audi A6 e-tron masters the cold
Taking a long trip in an electric car during the winter is a real test for both the vehicle and the driver. Freezing temperatures and high highway speeds are the biggest enemies of battery range. The latest study by the German automobile club ADAC put 14 popular EVs to the test to see how they would handle a 580-km journey… Read more…
Porto: STCP puts 20 new electric buses from CaetanoBus into service
Porto’s public transport operator, Sociedade de Transportes Colectivos do Porto, has put into service 20 new electric buses from CaetanoBus, which will operate in the Greater Porto area. By the end of 2026, the acquisition of 38 additional electric buses is planned, with 30 units to be supplied by the Portuguese manufacturer. Read more…
Tesla loses another manufacturing director as exodus continues
Benjamin Bate, Tesla’s Director of Vehicle Operations and Engineering at Fremont, has left the automaker after over 8 years to become a plant manager at Chemelex. Read more…
This major city just banned fat tire electric bikes
Amsterdam is often held up as the gold standard for bicycle-friendly cities, but even in one of the most bike-centric places on Earth, not all e-bikes are being treated equally. The Dutch capital has announced plans to ban electric fat tire bikes from its most famous park, and city officials are openly discussing whether wider restrictions could follow. Read more…
Schneider launches new DC charging system with up to 720 kW
Schneider Electric has introduced the StarCharge Fast 720, a charging solution designed for commercial, industrial sites, and fleet operators. The system delivers up to 720 kW of power and can charge up to twelve vehicles simultaneously. Read more…
Relaxed CO₂ rules save VW billions in potential fines
Volkswagen, in particular, benefits from the relaxation of EU emission requirements, according to new calculations by Dataforce and ICCT. Depending on the calculation, under the original regulations, the German automaker would have had to pay fines of between €1.7 and €2.2 billion—though other manufacturers would also have faced significant penalties. Read more…
ABB supplies propulsion systems for four hybrid ferries in Canada
Swiss technology group ABB has received an order for an energy, propulsion, and control solution for four new hybrid ferries operated by BC Ferries in Canada. The vessels are being built by CMI Weihai in China and are scheduled for delivery starting in 2029. Read more…
14 Family EVs Faced This Freezing Highway Simulation. One Was A Clear Winner
The EVs had to travel 361 miles under identical but simulated conditions, and a 300 kW fast charger was available at all times. Lire la suite…
