Every time a manufacturer promises a bargain EV, we usually end up with hollow plastic doors, anemic powertrains, and infotainment screens smaller than a retro handheld gaming console (Dacia Spring anyone?). But in China, the story seems to be completely different. BYD revealed the 2027 Seal 06, and it comes in twelve different configurations from plug-in hybrids to pure electric,… Read more…
BYD’s flash charging Qin Max sedan goes on sale in China for under $15,000
The BYD Qin Max is the flagship of the Qin family, available in EV and DM-i versions. Read more…
GM and LGES ramp up cell production in Ohio again
General Motors and LG Energy Solution are resuming battery cell production at their joint plant in Ohio, USA, after a pause of around seven months. Starting next week, cells for GM electric vehicles will be manufactured there again. The restart comes as the partners increasingly focus other US capacities on stationary battery storage systems. Read more…
Fraunhofer’s X-ray system reveals the inner workings of battery cells
The Fraunhofer EMI has developed a special X-ray technology that makes dynamic processes in large-format prismatic cells visible in real time. Together with Volkswagen’s battery subsidiary PowerCo, this technology is now set for industrial application. Read more…
China’s EV exports continue to rise in July
In July, sales of electric cars and plug-in hybrids in China reached 1.561 million units, pushing their share of new-car sales above 60 per cent for the first time. Strong exports continue to support growth, while domestic demand remains weak. The trend is even more pronounced for combustion-engine vehicles. Read more…
Leapmotor enters Indonesia with locally assembled B10 and C10
Leapmotor has simultaneously launched the B10 and C10 as its first models in Indonesia. It is offering both SUVs as locally assembled models from day one. Read more…
Rivian’s long-delayed ALSO e-bike is only delayed a little bit longer
The wait for Rivian’s first electric bike just got a little bit shorter. After months of delays, ALSO has informed reservation holders that they’ll finally be able to place pre-orders for the company’s highly anticipated TM-B electric bike starting August 18. Read more…
Ford’s EV pickup is almost here, promising much more than an affordable price tag
The Ford Fathom will go on sale in early 2027, starting at $28,350. Ford said the electric pickup is on track to go into production at its Louisville Assembly plant in Q1 2027. Read more…
After 500 Hard Miles In A BMW iX3, Range Anxiety Feels Outdated
A mix of highways, country roads, and swift mountain driving showed just how effortless long-distance travel is in BMW’s latest EV. Read More…
Huawei-backed Stelato to launch G9 off-road SUV on August 20
Stelato G9 starts at 439,800 yuan ($64,780) in pre-sales and secured more than 15,000 pre-orders in its first 72 hours. Read more…
Genesis GV90 to debut with 490 kW of power
The first technical details of the Genesis GV90 have emerged. The electric flagship SUV from Hyundai Motor Group’s premium brand has a dual-motor powertrain producing 490 kW and a battery with 115 kWh of usable capacity. Read more…
Fastned’s revenue grows – but so does its debt
Dutch fast-charging provider Fastned maintained its high rate of expansion in the first half of 2026; the company increased its number of charging locations, the amount of electricity sold, and consequently, its revenue. However, it also saw growth in its liabilities – which now exceed half a billion euros. Read more…
China’s NEV retail down 17% in first week of August, penetration slips to 61.6%
China’s overall passenger vehicle retail sales were 317,000 units on August 1-9, down 22% year-on-year. Read more…
Kia EV3 arrives in America with a sub-$30,000 sticker and big ambitions
Not that long ago, you could honestly class the affordable EVs as penal colony transport – appliances designed by bean-counters who thought fun was an unnecessary option. Then Kia changed the rules. After storming the stage with the slick EV6 and the family-hauling EV9, the South Korean brand turned its sights to democratizing electric power – the 2027 Kia EV3… Read more…
Volvo Wants To Make You A Safer Driver—And Lower Your Insurance Bill
An optional app will provide a safety score based on the driver’s behavior, and higher scores could lead to lower insurance rates. Read More…
Luxeed RX to open pre-orders on August 20 with 4 LiDAR sensors
The Luxeed RX is Huawei HIMA’s first SUV with a letter-based name and will target the Xiaomi YU7. Read more…
India: TVS Vehicle Mobility Solutions to deploy 57 electric heavy-duty trucks
India’s TVS Vehicle Mobility Solutions (TVS VMS) plans to deploy 57 electric heavy-duty trucks on a primary logistics route in Chhattisgarh, a state in central India. The deployment marks TVS VMS’s entry into heavy-duty electric trucking. Read more…
DAF and Einride bring autonomous driving to battery-electric trucks
DAF Trucks and Einride want to jointly bring autonomous electric trucks to the road. For this, Einride’s driving system ‘Einride Driver’ is to be integrated into DAF’s e-truck platform. The goal is commercial use at SAE Level 4, with the first tests starting in 2026. Read more…
GM And LG Restart EV Battery Production In Ohio After Seven-Month Shutdown
The Ultium Cells factory in Warren, Ohio, was idled at the beginning of 2026 due to a drop in EV demand. Read More…
They Bought A 78,000-Mile Tesla With An Unknown Past. Then They Tested The Battery
Its past charging habits are a mystery. A battery test returned a healthy, though hardly exceptional score. Read More…
