Kia Europe’s boss hits back at Mercedes-Benz’s CEO, who yesterday signed a letter asking the EU to modify the emissions targets. Lire la suite…
Kia Is Perfectly Fine With The EU’s 2035 Combustion Engine Ban
Elon Musk is lying about Tesla’s self-driving and I have the DMs to prove it
Over the last few days, Elon Musk has been making several statements claiming that autonomous driving systems that use lidar and radar sensors are more dangerous than Tesla’s camera-only computer vision approach because the system gets confused when interpreting data from different sensors. Read more…
Leapmotor’s European production to start in Spain in Q3 2026, report says
Leapmotor will first produce the B10 compact SUV at a Stellantis plant in Spain, followed by the B05.
Leapmotor is expected to launch the B10 and B05 in Europe at the IAA Mobility 2025 in September.
Huawei and SAIC launch pre-sales of Shangjie H5
Huawei and SAIC have begun pre-sales of their first jointly developed model, the Shangjie H5 SUV. Priced from 169,800 yuan (around 20,400 euros), the vehicle is positioned as the most affordable model under Huawei’s Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA). The official market launch is scheduled for 23 September. Read more…
Nio to offer limited-time free battery swap service on route to Mount Everest
Nio will provide limited-time free battery swap services for Nio and Onvo owners on the G318 road to Mount Everest, demonstrating that its EVs can go anywhere.
On August 16, Nio completed initial coverage of its battery swap stations along this route.
Vodafone UK to electrify entire car fleet by 2026
Vodafone UK will complete the electrification of its 1,000-strong company car fleet by 2026, one year ahead of schedule. The move is part of the operator’s wider strategy to achieve net zero emissions across its operations by 2030. Read more…
Li Auto makes key advance in in-house chip, road tests underway on prototype cars, report says
When running tasks for large language models, one Li Auto M100 chip delivers effective computing power equivalent to two Nvidia Thor-U chips.
The M100 is expected to enter mass production and vehicle integration next year. Until then, Li Auto will continue relying on Nvidia and Horizon Robotics.
Tesla teases new product release on Friday
Tesla is teasing a new product release on Friday, August 29th, coming to Europe and the Middle East. It’s likely going to be the Model Y Performance. Read more…
Chinese robot vacuum maker Dreame joins car-making race, first EV to rival Bugatti Veyron
Dreame’s inaugural model will be an ultra-luxury pure-electric vehicle positioned to rival the Bugatti Veyron, slated for a 2027 debut.
Dreame has assembled a nearly 1,000-person automotive team and continues to expand.
Onvo L90 7-seater show cars arriving at stores as deliveries due in about 1 month
The Onvo L90 seven-seater show cars will be open to visitors starting at 10:00 am Beijing time on August 29.
Currently, the L90 being delivered is the six-seat version, with the seven-seat version scheduled to begin deliveries in late September.
Trump’s latest offshore wind cancellation is a threat to the grid – ISO New England
Trump’s Interior Department halted construction on 704 megawatt (MW) Revolution Wind, the US’s first multi-state offshore wind project that’s already 80% complete. Grid operator ISO New England says the decision is a threat to the grid. Read more…
Hyundai’s new electric family hauler is already winning over buyers
The IONIQ 9, Hyundai’s first three-row electric SUV, is off to a stronger start than most predicted. At a time when many automakers are blaming slow EV demand, Hyundai’s big electric family hauler seems to be bucking the trend. Read more…
The first US floating solar tracker pilot kicks off in Colorado
Colorado is about to see the US’s first floating solar tracker project hit the water. Read more…
Genesis GV60 Magma EV sheds camo, revealing a radical new look [Video]
The GV60 Magma will have a distinct look and feel compared to other Genesis vehicles. As the first EV from its new performance sub-brand, the Genesis GV60 Magma will debut with enhanced power, advanced suspension, a sporty new design, and more. For the first time, it was caught on video racing around the Nürburgring, giving us our closest look yet. Read more…
Porsche’s Simulated EV Gear Shifting May Feel So Real, You Can’t Tell The Difference
Exactly one year after Porsche said that fake shifting made EVs “worse,” it’s now considering joining in on the trend. Lire la suite…
‘Hottest Deal Of Summer’: EV Leasing Exploded In July
With the end of the federal tax credits in sight, EV leasing reached near-record highs in July 2025. Lire la suite…
Samsung Electro-Mechanics launches new automotive-grade multilayer ceramic capacitor
South Korean electronic components firm Samsung Electro-Mechanics has launched a new automotive-grade multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) for the hybrid inverter markets. The use of snubber capacitors for the suppression of transients and the mitigation of EMI is becoming a necessity, according to the company. In response, Samsung has expanded its line-up of 2.0 x 1.2 mm,… Read more…
MAHLE begins e-compressor production in Tennessee, expanding US manufacturing for EV thermal management
MAHLE has announced the start of production for its high-voltage HVAC e-compressors at its Tennessee facility—the first time the component has been manufactured in North America. E-compressors are critical components for managing efficient HVAC systems in EVs, with a direct impact on driving range. The Morristown facility, previously focused on steel piston production for internal… Read more…
Tesla self-driving is still not working in Vegas’s single lane tunnels, but Elon says 50% of US this year
Tesla has reportedly begun testing self-driving features in the Boring Company’s single-lane tunnels in Las Vegas, but it is still “ways off,” according to the Las Vegas Convention Center, which owns the tunnels.. Read more…
Kia issues an urgent warning with an ‘avalanche’ of new EVs coming
As it gears up to unleash an “avalanche” of new EVs, a top Kia official is warning against changing policies. Not only would it be a setback for the industry, but it would also cost the company a fortune. Read more…
