BYD’s sub-brand entities will draw on group resources as needed, with R&D, production and procurement costs settled independently. Read more…
EU plans additional tariffs on Chinese PHEVs
Although the EU has imposed additional tariffs on Chinese battery-electric vehicles since late 2024 over concerns about market-distorting subsidies, plug-in hybrids have so far remained exempt from these measures. Chinese manufacturers, including BYD, have increasingly capitalised on this regulatory gap by expanding their PHEV sales in Europe. The European Commission now aims to close this loophole. Read more…
BMW opens order books for i3 First Edition
It had been indicated that BMW would significantly advance the order start for its new i3. Now it is confirmed: The First Edition of the electric mid-size sedan is available for order immediately – starting at £57,905. And the German company has now also published concrete figures for the range. It exceeds 900 kilometres. Read more…
Freelander 8 First Edition EREV off-roader debuts in China
The Freelander brand is officially back in the public eye, but it looks entirely different from the classic British SUVs of the past. Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) and Chinese automotive manufacturer Chery have collaborated to build a new premium hybrid vehicle for the Chinese market. The joint venture gave the public its first look at the production model, named the… Read more…
The Mercedes VLE Is A Brave Gamble. Will It Pay Off?
Mercedes’ ultra-luxury van could crack Americans’ van stigma. But that’s only if they don’t balk at the price. Read More…
India: Wonder Cement deploys ten electric heavy-duty trucks
Indian cement manufacturer Wonder Cement has announced the induction of ten electric heavy-duty trucks into its fleet. The company is using these trucks at its plant in Nimbahera, Rajasthan. Read more…
This is when Tesla’s FSD gets voice controls through Grok
Tesla is currently working on integrating the Grok AI chatbot with the FSD functionality, something CEO Elon Musk first announced back in February. Today, Musk is back with a new post on X about this, and this time he revealed the launch timeline. According to Musk, this will be ready “in about 3 months or so”. Of course, Musk is… Read more…
Tesla HW3 claim grows to 7,000 owners, gets law firm backing for collective action
The Dutch collective claim against Tesla over broken “Full Self-Driving” promises on Hardware 3 vehicles has reached nearly 7,000 verified participants and secured backing from law firm Kennedy Van der Laan for a formal legal action. Read more…
Volvo just made public EV charging a lot less annoying
Volvo EX90 drivers in the US can now charge at public charging networks, including Superchargers and IONNA DC fast chargers, without opening an app or pulling out a credit card. Read more…
Mitsubishi’s new Eclipse Sportback EV to go on sale in North America this year
Mitsubishi Motors and Nissan unveil the 2027 Eclipse Sportback EV, a new battery-electric subcompact SUV launching in North America in 2026. Read more…
Honda partners with QuantumScape to use solid-state technology in future EVs
The auto industry changes rapidly as manufacturers look for the best ways to power future electric cars. We see new partnerships springing up all over the world, but today we can say that we never saw this coming. Not that long ago, Honda dramatically moved away from its EV plans and controversial concepts, much to the relief of many industry… Read more…
Honda and QuantumScape (QS) team up to make solid-state batteries
Honda and QuantumScape (QS) announced a new partnership to commercialize solid-state batteries for EVs and more. Read more…
BMW opens i3 orders months ahead of schedule as demand takes off
The new i3 was set to go on sale this fall, but BMW opened orders on Thursday, months ahead of schedule, due to strong demand. Read more…
California solar is crushing natural gas this year
California’s utility-scale solar plants are generating more electricity than natural gas for most days of the year in 2026, according to new data from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). Read more…
Subaru announces 2027 Solterra EV prices remain under $40,000 after a major upgrade
After a complete overhaul in 2026, the 2027 Subaru Solterra will go on sale at the same price, starting at under $40,000. Read more…
Bruker launches timsMRMS platform for battery electrolyte and biofuel analysis
Bruker launches timsMRMS platform for ultra-high resolution analysis of battery electrolytes and biofuels, advancing next-gen energy research. Read more…
Wallbox earns €10.5 million from Canada’s clean fuel credit framework
Wallbox earns €10.5 million from Canada’s clean fuel credit framework by leveraging connected EV charging infrastructure to boost regional EV adoption. Read more…
Leaked design drawings reveal the new Lucid Cosmos
Lucid faces a critical moment in its short history as an automotive manufacturer. The EV startup has received praise for its engineering in the past, but it still continues to lose money. Low sales volumes for the Lucid Air sedan and Gravity SUV have created high inventory levels. To solve its financial problems, the company needs a high-volume product that… Read more…
Tesla teases new FSD features — but it’s still not the self-driving promised
Elon Musk says Tesla’s Full Self-Driving will soon remember your parking preferences and let you talk to it through Grok, like giving directions to an Uber driver. Read more…
The Ford Mustang Mach-e is on borrowed time as more affordable EVs roll in
After discontinuing the all-electric F-150 Lightning, it looks like the Mustang Mach-E is also running out of time. Ford is preparing to launch a new generation of EVs that are more affordable, more efficient, and more profitable, starting with the $30,000 pickup in 2027. Read more…
