The 2026 Xia MPV carries an official starting price of RMB 206,800 ($29,020), representing a 17.21 percent reduction compared to its predecessor.
The updated Xia achieves longer battery ranges and reduced fuel consumption.
Waymo plans to launch robot taxi service in Detroit, Las Vegas and San Diego in 2026
Waymo’s robot taxi service is accelerating its expansion: Google’s sister company has now announced that it will also launch in Detroit, Las Vegas and San Diego next year. Together with its existing markets and other announcements, Waymo is likely to serve a dozen cities soon. Read more…
Jungheinrich invests in EVs for its customer service fleet
Hamburg-based intralogistics specialist Jungheinrich wants to significantly accelerate the electrification of its global customer service fleet. By 2030, more than 3,500 service vehicles are to be electric – corresponding to every second customer service vehicle in the group-wide fleet. Read more…
The 2026 Polestar 4 Is Flawed But Charming—And Probably Polestar’s Best Yet
The electric SUV-coupe isn’t a spec-sheet champion, but it feels unapologetic and confident in the way it drives. Lire la suite…
Korean Air orders up to 100 Archer Midnight eVTOL Aircraft
Korean Air has placed an order for up to 100 of electric plane manufacturer Archer Aviation’s Midnight electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The deal comes after South Korea’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport announced in 2022 that eVTOL and urban air mobility adoption would be a priority for the Korean government. The… Read more…
BYD launches Electric Taxi Program in Nuevo Leon
The Chinese automaker is set to deploy 3000 BYD Dolphin Mini e-taxis and install more than 100 charging stations across the Mexican state. Full service is expected to begin in 2026. Read more…
Amazon places ‘largest ever’ electric truck order in the UK
Once fully deployed, Amazon will operate a total of 160 electric trucks on UK roads – making Britain home to the retail giant’s largest fleet of electric HGVs. The company is also set to deploy more than 800 electric vans over the coming months. Read more…
Nio’s William Li visits Europe as EV maker’s overseas efforts continue
Accompanying William Li on the European trip are Firefly president and Nio CFO Stanley Qu, who also heads Nio Power.
Firefly entered the European market in August, with its first deliveries there taking place on August 14 in Norway and the Netherlands.
Trade-in your gas-powered car, get free supercharging from Tesla (sort of)
After the federal tax credit of €6,400 for new electric vehicles is no longer active, manufacturers are thinking of other creative ways to lure buyers into their showrooms. Tesla, being the biggest American EV manufacturer, has a new promo that lets you trade your current non-EV for free Tesla supercharging for 2000 miles in the USA. Check out how here.… Read more…
EU set to present CO2 regulations for company fleets in December
The EU has been revising its CO2 regulations for companies for some time now – many companies fear an early combustion engine ban through the back door. The Commission is expected to present its plans in mid-December. In Germany, almost two-thirds of all new registrations would be affected. Read more…
Ioncor consolidates its German operations in Kirchardt
Ioncor, Valmet Automotive’s battery business, which was spun off in 2024 and has since been partially nationalised, is consolidating its German operations at its site in Kirchardt. The existing test centre in Bad Friedrichshall, on the other hand, is being sold to the spin-off Electric Sphere. Read more…
CPCA estimates China’s Oct NEV wholesale at record 1.61 million units
This represents a 16 percent year-on-year increase and a 7 percent rise from September.
October had 18 working days, fewer than September’s 23 days.
NextStar Energy to start series battery production in 2025
NextStar Energy, the battery joint venture between Stellantis and LG Energy Solution, will start series production of battery cells at its factory in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, next month – but not for electric cars initially. Read more…
I Drifted Mercedes’ GLC EV Prototype Across The Desert. It’s A Needed Reset—And Better Than Any Gas Crossover
Limitless torque and a balanced chassis make the GLC a joy to slide around in the sand. Lire la suite…
Verge unveils wild-looking TS Pro electric motorcycle with hubless motor, longer range, and faster charging
Verge Motorcycles just took the wraps off the next evolution of its flagship Verge TS Pro electric motorcycle at the EICMA motorcycle show in Milan, revealing a dramatically upgraded version of its best-selling model. And we’re here to see it firsthand. Read more…
Seat commissions new production facilities for small electric cars
Seat has inaugurated a new PXL press at its main plant in Martorell, Spain. The presses are currently being used to stamp parts for the current series models – and from 2026 onwards, they will also be used for the Cupra Raval and VW ID. Polo. Read more…
Tesla China’s Oct wholesale sales fall 10% to 61,497 units
Compared to September’s 90,812 units, Tesla China’s October wholesale sales decreased by 32.28 percent. Read more…
Ford’s $30,000 Electric Pickup Is Taking Shape–And It’s Coming Fast
The American automaker is wasting no time in developing its affordable electric platform, with component sourcing already at 95%. Lire la suite…
Xpeng previews what its robotaxi can do as AI Day nears
Xpeng said its robotaxi is no longer merely a vehicle, but a companion that understands communication.
At last year’s AI Day, Xpeng unveiled the Canghai Platform, declaring it would be the foundation for creating a new form of robotaxi.
Nio’s deliveries exceed 10,000 units again last week
Three consecutive weeks of weekly deliveries exceeding 10,000 units propelled Nio Inc’s monthly deliveries to a new high.
Four Nio Inc models have been designated as official vehicles for this year’s China International Import Expo.
