Li Auto plans to raise several billion yuan for its chip business at a pre-money valuation of about 15 billion yuan ($2.22 billion). Read more…
California pushes for greater energy security with electric vehicles
Gavin Newsom has just signed a package of legislation that the California governor says will make electric vehicles and charging infrastructure more affordable, accessible, and easier to build across the state. The new laws aim to cut red tape and accelerate charging infrastructure. Read more…
Geely enters Switzerland with 2 BEVs and 1 plug-in hybrid SUV
Geely introduced the E5, E2, and Starray EM-i in Switzerland, covering both battery electric and plug-in hybrid segments. Read more…
Series production of the VW ID. Cross has begun in Spain
Volkswagen has begun production of the ID. Cross at its plant in Navarra, Spain, near Pamplona – initially in the higher equipment variants. The production kickoff of the ID. Cross means the German carmaking giant is now mass producing of all four new smaller electric car models. Read more…
High demand prompts BMW to accelerate iX3 deliveries in the USA
BMW North America is accelerating the market launch of the electric SUV iX3 faster than expected because of strong customer demand. Deliveries are reported to have begun ahead of schedule. In the USA, the BMW iX3 50 xDrive can be ordered at prices starting from $61,500. Read more…
BYD recalls 183,000 cars in China over brake pedal issue
BYD is recalling 183,211 electric cars of the Qin and Tang series in China because of a potentially faulty component in the brake pedal. In worst case scenarios, this could cause the brake lights to remain permanently activated. Nio has also been hit with recalls, and has to retrofit several hundred Firefly models due to a problem with the power steering. Read more…
This VW ID. Buzz Finished A 62,000-Mile World Trip With Nearly 96% Battery Health
The electric van visited 92 countries in 445 days, and Volkswagen says it completed the entire trip without a single technical breakdown. Read More…
Scania’s New EV Truck Has 447 Miles Of Range
A new battery system and an aerodynamically optimized cab give Scania’s electric big rig an edge over the Tesla Semi. Read More…
VW Anhui sets September 24 debut for ID. UNYX 09 sedan
The Volkswagen ID. UNYX 09 is the second model jointly developed by Volkswagen and Xpeng. Read more…
Tesla audits China suppliers to push Optimus into mass production, report says
Several Chinese suppliers have already secured Optimus orders and will start production soon after passing the audits. Read more…
Volvo’s CEO Is Out. Again.
Håkan Samuelsson came out of retirement less than two years ago to steer the brand in the right direction. Read More…
Nio flagship ES9 set to hit 30,000 deliveries this week in milestone for premium lineup
ES9 cumulative deliveries are expected to reach 30,000 this week, after hitting 20,000 on August 8. Read more…
Chinese automotive chipmaker SemiDrive secures fresh funding
SemiDrive’s cumulative automotive chip shipments have exceeded 14 million units, with its products reaching more than 90% of Chinese automakers. Read more…
Tesla reopens $50,000 Roadster reservations ahead of October 1 unveil
Tesla has reopened reservations for its next-generation Roadster, asking buyers for a $50,000 deposit about two weeks before the car is even unveiled. Read more…
2026 Zeekr 7GT Privilege AWD review
Zeekr is rapidly expanding across Europe, its models becoming an increasingly common sight in markets where the brand had virtually no presence just a year ago. That growth reflects the strength of its current lineup, and today we get the chance to test one of its most ambitious models, the Zeekr 7GT Privilege AWD. Table of Contents: Exterior Interior Storage… Read more…
VW launches its first LiDAR-equipped electric SUV in China
FAW-Volkswagen has launched the ID. AURA T6 electric SUV in China, starting at 129,900 yuan ($19,240) and offering a CLTC range of up to 660 km. Read more…
As diesel hits $10/gal., rumors swirl that stations are running out
Last week, a number of diesel stations in California appeared on social media with the prices pinned at 9.99 – the highest number the pumps could display. Today, the pictures are showing something different: gas stations that are out of diesel entirely. Read more…
Cadillac’s go-fast electric SUV arrives makes its way Down Under
Following the debut of its Formula 1 team earlier this year, GM’s global ambitions for flagship luxury brand Cadillac continue to unfold in the 2027 model year as the ultra-hot V-series Lyriq-V EV makes its way to dealers Down Under. Read more…
Chery weighs bringing Omoda and Jaecoo to China to boost domestic sales, report says
The 2 overseas brands would target China’s premium market, with marketing teams being assembled. Read more…
SONDORS’ abandoned 3-wheeled electric car just showed up for sale on eBay
If you’ve ever wanted to own a genuine piece of electric vehicle vaporware history, now might be your chance. One of the most interesting artifacts from SONDORS’ more ambitious days has just surfaced for sale on eBay: the company’s three-wheeled electric car prototype. Read more…
