The RT Super starts at 88,800 yuan ($13,000) under a battery rental scheme, offering a range of 505 kilometers.
The launch of the new model marks a further expansion of the CATL-led battery swap ecosystem in the Chinese market.
Tesla’s parking lots are full as the brand hits a new surplus record
It turns out that Tesla has a lot of extra inventory on its hands. The American company built more electric cars than it could sell in the first few months of 2026 and right now, there are 50,363 EVs sitting in parking lots across the US. This is the highest number of unsold cars the company has ever had in… Read more…
Prague to roll out 150 ‘EV-ready’ street lamps for charging network
The Prague City Council has approved a project to renew public lighting as part of the e-mobility strategy. In collaboration with the municipal company Technologie hl. m. Prahy, around 150 ‘EV-ready’ streetlights are to be created this year to facilitate the future expansion of charging infrastructure. Read more…
Intel joins Tesla & Co.’s Terafab project
Chip manufacturer Intel is joining Terafab, a project led by Elon Musk’s companies Tesla, SpaceX, and xAI. The goal is to build and operate two chip factories in Texas. To accelerate progress, Intel’s expertise is reportedly being leveraged. Read more…
Pony AI launches Europe’s first commercial robotaxi service in Croatia
Pony AI has launched commercial robotaxi services in Zagreb in partnership with Verne and Uber, marking a European first.
The launch expands the Chinese company’s global footprint and advances its goal of reaching a 3,000-vehicle fleet this year.
Volkswagen pauses rollout of additional EV models in the US
Volkswagen plans to launch new electric models from its core VW brand in the US only toward the end of the decade, keeping the focus on the ID.4 and ID. Buzz in the meantime. US chief Kjell Gruner also sees no market potential for the upcoming compact ID. Every1 in the US, despite its Rivian technology. Read more…
Renault Group bundles charging activities under new ‘Plug Inn’ brand
The charging solutions for electric vehicles, previously operated under the name Mobilize Beyond Automotive, are now fully integrated into the business activities of the Renault Group. At the same time, the charging activities are being rebranded as ‘Plug Inn.’ Read more…
Leapmotor eyes Canadian production at Stellantis facility
The currently idle Stellantis automotive plant in Brampton, Canada, could soon have a new purpose: Reports suggest that Chinese Stellantis partner Leapmotor is considering manufacturing electric vehicles there. Just a few months ago, Canada opened its doors to Chinese automakers. Read more…
Walmart’s DC Fast Charging Network Already Has Hundreds Of Ports
The retail giant is putting its EV charging infrastructure plans into overdrive. Lire la suite…
Geely Galaxy teases A7 EV sedan, expanding pure electric lineup
The A7 EV measures 4,935 mm in length, and offers up to 550 km of battery range.
Expected to launch later this month, the model will help Geely improve its BEV sales performance.
Gotion, Green Power Morocco and Chery Heavy Trucks launche electric freight corridor Morocco–France
Gotion, Green Power Morocco and Chery Heavy Trucks have agreed to develop a 2,000-km electric logistics corridor linking Morocco and France, combining electric trucks, battery swapping infrastructure and digital fleet management to reduce emissions in cross-continental freight. Read more…
Stellantis in talks with Leapmotor to develop Opel electric SUV, report says
Production of the Opel model is expected to officially start in 2028, with a target of 50,000 vehicles a year.
The deal, if finalized, would help Stellantis significantly cut the time and financial costs of developing a new EV model.
Polestar Wants Tesla Owners To Jump Ship With A Massive $21,000 Discount
The Swedish automaker’s latest discount round is even bigger than last year, when the $7,500 federal tax credit was still around. Lire la suite…
BMW and Rimac join forces to power the new all-electric i7
The automotive world is talking as two very different companies team up for a major project. BMW, the famous German carmaker, is working with Rimac Technology from Croatia. Together, they are building a new version of the all-electric BMW i7, showing that even the biggest names in the car business need a little help from tech experts to stay ahead.… Read more…
Thailand: Xpeng mulls local production facility amid rising demand
Chinese electric car maker Xpeng is evaluating plans to localise vehicle production in Thailand. The move would make Thailand its second production base in Southeast Asia after Indonesia. Read more…
PepsiCo commissions eight retrofitted electric trucks in India
American food and beverage conglomerate PepsiCo has commissioned eight retrofitted electric trucks for its logistics operations in India. It has collaborated with its long-standing local transport partner, Vayudoot Road Carriers, for this initiative. Read more…
BMW partners with Rimac Technology on Gen6 battery system
BMW Group is partnering with Rimac Technology to equip the updated all-electric BMW i7 with Gen6 cylindrical battery cells, targeting higher energy density, increased range and faster charging. Production of the new high-voltage battery system will take place in Croatia ahead of the model’s debut at Auto China 2026. Read more…
Xpeng releases more official images of its flagship GX SUV
The model, codenamed G01, will be available in both BEV and EREV versions and is expected to officially launch in a few months.
Xpeng’s ramped-up hype for the GX comes the day before Nio is set to hold a technical launch event for the ES9.
Onvo L90 to adopt Nio’s in-house developed Shenji smart driving chip, report says
The 2026 Onvo L90 will feature a new version of the Nio World Model for the first time, according to a local media report.
The move marks Nio accelerating the penetration of its in-house developed semiconductor technology into its sub-brands.
Chinese automaker BYD plans to open 20 Canadian EV dealerships within a year
BYD plans to open 20 EV dealerships across Canada within a year, leveraging new trade policies to expand its electric vehicle market presence. Read more…
