The new Mercedes CLA-Class features an AI-powered, voice-controlled MBUX Virtual Assistant. Here’s why it’s more useful than you’d think. Lire la suite…
I Tried Mercedes’ New In-Car AI Assistant. Then I Was Sad To Give It Up
Here’s The Nissan Ariya Facelift That Won’t Reach The U.S.
The electric crossover has a new face that ditches the faux grille and multiple improvements throughout. Lire la suite…
Xpeng announces official entry into Qatar, signs distributor for Mauritius
Xpeng introduced its G9 and G6 SUVs in Qatar and announced the imminent local launch of its P7+ sedan.
Xpeng formed a strategic partnership with Mauritian distributor Axess Limited to enter this East African market.
Sunwoda sued by Geely unit over battery cell issues, faces $330 million claim
Geely subsidiary VREMT alleges Sunwoda EVB supplied defective battery cells between June 2021 and December 2023, causing financial losses.
Sunwoda ranks seventh among China’s largest battery manufacturers, holding a 2.68 percent market share in November.
This Tesla Model 3 Has Nearly 240,000 Miles. Here’s What Broke
In four years, this humble EV saved its owners tens of thousands in fuel costs. Lire la suite…
Tesla, Waymo, Slate’s Affordable Truck And Beyond: The 10 Biggest EV Stories Of 2025
On the final Plugged-In Podcast of 2025: We recap the biggest stories in a wild year in the EV space, and why you should be optimistic. Lire la suite…
Nio’s battery asset operator Mirattery completes expanded Series C funding
Mirattery completed a Series C financing of nearly RMB 1 billion ($140 million), an expansion from the RMB 670 million announced in November.
Mirattery added a state-owned enterprise in Meishan, Sichuan as a new shareholder.
Rivian’s Adorable Toy Car Set Might Be The Perfect Last-Minute Gift
The handcrafted wooden EV set comes with a skateboard base and three swappable bodies. Lire la suite…
Changan EV unit Deepal secures $874 million in Series C funding
Deepal has brought in two new shareholders through this financing round, securing resources for its expansion.
Deepal sold 302,118 vehicles from January to November, marking a 45.73 percent year-on-year increase.
Zeekr reportedly to launch new 9S SUV in Q1 2026, spy shot surfaces
The Zeekr 9S can be viewed as a sportier version of the Zeekr 9X SUV, with a starting price potentially around RMB 450,000 ($64,230), according to a local media report.
The Zeekr 9S will be smaller than the Zeekr 9X and positioned more toward sporty performance.
CATL signs 50-GWh energy storage deal with Chinese electrical equipment maker Sieyuan
CATL and Sieyuan signed a three-year deal for energy storage cooperation, targeting a total project scale of 50 GWh.
CATL’s energy storage battery system revenue reached RMB 28.4 billion in the first half of 2025.
EcoFlow final Xmas flash sale drops RIVER 2 Pro power station to $299 low, MOD Easy 3 e-bike, Greenworks, GoTrax, more
It’s Christmas Eve, and today’s Green Deals are led by EcoFlow’s final Christmas flash sale, this time lasting for 72 hours, with offers like the RIVER 2 Pro Portable Power Station back at its $299 low, among others. From there, we also have MOD’s Easy 3 e-bike and its SideCar counterparts starting from $2,159, as well as the Greenworks 2,300 PSI Electric Pressure Washer at a new $188 low, the budget-friendly GoTrax Xr Elite Electric Scooter at its second-best pricing, and much more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the hangover deals that are collected together at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s full MOD Bikes Christmas e-bike sale, the final Anker SOLIX Christmas flash sale that ends tonight, and more.. Read more…
Hyundai’s electric hot hatch spotted out in the wild for the first time [Images]
It’s official. Hyundai is giving its electric hot hatch the N-Line treatment, and we are getting our first look at it. Read more…
All Major EV Battery Chemistries, Explained
Here’s all you need to know about the magic that happens inside your EV battery and how it impacts range, charging and performance. Lire la suite…
New electric VW packs XPeng tech, 800V electronics, and 425 mile range
Volkswagen has released a new ID.UNYX 08 electric crossover for the Chinese market with a sharp look, an ultra-fast charging 800V system architecture, and a starting price that’s bound to steal even more sales from the struggling Tesla brand. Read more…
NHTSA opens probe into Tesla emergency door releases following reports of deaths
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has officially opened a defect petition to evaluate the emergency door release mechanisms in the Tesla Model 3. The probe covers approximately 180,000 vehicles and focuses on allegations that the manual releases are too difficult to locate during emergencies. Read more…
All I want for Christmas is this Rolls-Royce Corniche Drophead restomod
’Twas the night before Christmas, and while visions of sugarplums may be dancing in other, lesser heads, mine is hoping for some polished chrome, hand-stitched leather, and effortless, electric torque — because Mariah can have you, all I want for Christmas is this classic Rolls-Royce Corniche restomod (in seasonally-appropriate Sugarplum metallic). Read more…
Subaru’s new Solterra EV is faster than its performance cars, and it’s an SUV
The new Subaru Solterra EV is surprisingly quick. It’s even faster than the WRX STI and BRZ, and it’s not even a performance model. Read more…
This Will Be Hyundai’s Biggest EV Yet
Hyundai is promising a big electric debut for Europe. We think we know what it is. Lire la suite…
Huawei and GAC reveal new Qijing electric shooting brake
Huawei, the technology giant, and GAC Group, a major state-owned car manufacturer, have finally pulled the covers off their first joint project. The new brand is called Qijing, and its first entry into the crowded world of electric cars is a sporty “shooting brake” – a sleek, performance-oriented station wagon. This is a big step for both companies as they… Read more…
