Facing soft EV sales and shifting market dynamics, Hyundai pauses Kona Electric production for 2026, leaning on inventory and prepping a reinvigorated 2027 model to revive interest.
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It only took a brief drive in a Zeekr 7X to convince me: Chinese cars are now competitive and could be sold in the US tomorrow. The compact battery-electric crossover, a bestseller in Europe, is aimed directly at the Tesla Model Y with its five seats, two rows, impressive road grip, energetic performance, and smooth […]
Reports suggest Porsche could cancel electric 718 models amid spiraling costs, software woes, and weaker EV sales, raising questions about the future of electric performance cars globally.
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Tesla listed a $41,990 Model Y AWD trim in the US, adding a new step above the Standard rear-wheel drive model as buyers face higher effective costs and tougher EV competition.
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China has banned hidden door handles on new cars, citing safety concerns around the controversial design.
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Chinese EV battery giant CATL has developed a new battery that supports ultra-fast charging while preserving long-term battery health.
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Honda just tested an AI system that lets vehicles detect and automatically report potholes, damaged signs, and other road hazards.
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CarPlay Ultra has been hard to find outside a $200,000 Aston Martin, but it may finally reach a mainstream Hyundai or Kia model later this year, signaling Apple’s first real chance to scale its bespoke dashboard system.
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Slate Auto’s CEO says the affordable EV pickup success could lead to a wider lineup of electric vehicles in the future.
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Affordable EVs are on a lot of people’s minds these days, but one name is missing from the conversation. Volkswagen launched its ID family of EVs seven years ago with the promise of electric mobility for “the millions, not millionaires,” but in the Uni…