NEV retail penetration in October 1-11 was below September’s 67.0%, while wholesale penetration rose to 78.1%. Read more…
Chery establishes German headquarters and prepares Chery Q EV market entry
Chery is introducing the Chery Q, its first electric model for EU markets. The 4.19-meter-long electric compact car joins the Chinese carmaker’s previously hybrid-focused lineup in Europe. The market launch of the Chery Q in Germany is scheduled for a slightly later date than the company’s hybrids. Read more…
FAW-VW teases new model, potentially second in ID. AURA lineup
The new model is expected to be a compact electric sedan and could be named ID. AURA L5. Read more…
Leapmotor teases A10s electric SUV with sporty black-and-red styling
The A10s features black bodywork, a red rear badge and red seat stitching. Pricing, launch timing and powertrain details have yet to be announced. Read more…
BYD to launch second-gen Seagull on October 20
The redesigned model is 425 mm longer, bringing it closer in size to the larger BYD Dolphin. Read more…
Tesla is unveiling the new Roadster for real this time, promise
Tesla says it will finally stream its next-generation Roadster event this Thursday, October 15, at 7:55 pm Central, two weeks after it was supposed to happen. Read more…
BYD Tang L debuts as Atto 8 at Paris Motor Show with flash charging
The Atto 8 is scheduled to go on sale in Europe in the first quarter of 2027 and can charge from 10% to 97% in just 9 minutes. Read more…
UK CPO Source adds its fleet EV charging sites to the Shell Card roaming network
Source partners with Shell Fleet Solutions to add UK fleet EV charging hubs to the Shell Card roaming network, expanding fast charging access. Read more…
The BMW i3 is nearly $80 less a month to lease than the new iX3, but it’s the same price
The 2027 BMW i3 and iX3 start at $61,500, but the electric sedan is nearly $80 less a month to lease. Read more…
Electric cars saved $20B in oil – and the US is falling behind
EVs are giving oil-importing countries some breathing room during the Hormuz energy crisis. Between March and August, their EV fleets displaced an estimated $20 billion worth of crude oil, according to new analysis from energy think tank Ember. Read more…
Toray tests a prototype film capacitor in an inverter at 150° C
Toray tests a prototype 150° C film capacitor in an inverter, enabling smaller, air-cooled power units for electric vehicles and flying cars. Read more…
Chevy hikes Blazer EV prices, pushing it over $45,000
Prices for the 2027 Chevy Blazer EV now start at over $45,000 after another price hike. Read more…
Rivian’s Mind Robotics snags Doug Field, ex-Tesla and Ford EV chief
Doug Field, the engineer who ran Tesla’s Model 3 program and later Ford’s entire EV operation, is now president of Mind Robotics, the industrial robotics startup Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe spun out of Rivian last year. Read more…
EVs cost less than a year ago, but September brought a setback
New EVs still cost less than they did a year ago, but September brought buyers a double hit: higher prices and smaller discounts. Read more…
Einride’s driverless, cabless electric trucks are moving freight on Ohio roads
Einride deploys cabless, driverless electric trucks on Ohio roads with EASE Logistics, advancing autonomous freight with remote oversight technology. Read more…
Peugeot unveils two new concept cars – a sporty coupe and an all-electric rally car
At the 2026 Paris Motor Show, Peugeot unveiled two new all-electric concept cars – the RCZ Vision and the E-T16, inspired by the popular models from the company back in the day. Peugeot RCZ Vision concept Let’s start with the RCZ, which brings back the double-bubble roof as a tribute to the original RCZ. Peugeot highlights that the concept vehicle… Read more…
Mercedes-Benz introduces V2G package for private customers
Mercedes is revealing its V2G ambitions for Germany. After introducing its new V1G home charging tariffs in September, the Stuttgart-based automaker is now launching a bidirectional package that will initially work in Germany with the electric GLC and the new C-Class. The Mobility House is on board as the technology service provider. Read more…
September: 1.3 million BEVs sold in China
In China, September became a new record month for BEV sales: never before have so many been sold by the country, both domestically and abroad. 1.82 million plug-in vehicles (including hybrids and range extenders) were sold – accounting for over 60 per cent of all new vehicles last month. Read more…
Family at heart: How Forthing aims for success in Europe
Following its debut at the Paris Motor Show two years ago and a stopover at the Munich IAA, the Chinese manufacturer is making its third major trade fair appearance and showcasing three models that set to hit the road in Europe. Forthing aims to stand out from the competition with a particular focus on family-friendliness. Here’s all the key details on the models presented. Read more…
Trump administration lowers US fuel efficiency standards
Under Trump, the US transportation authority has reduced fuel consumption limits for new cars, with implications for both consumers and the environment. In response, 26 US states, counties, and major cities have joined forces and filed a lawsuit. We explore the legal basis and implications of the lawsuit. Read more…
