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The Jetta X is a China-exclusive electric SUV concept from Volkswagen's separate FAW-Volkswagen Jetta sub-brand, aimed at the budget EV market with a target price of around $14,700.

For the longest time, the electric vehicle industry has been chasing a finish line that felt simple enough: make charging as fast as refueling a petrol car. That was the promise, the pitch, and in many ways, the justification for everything from billion-dollar battery investments to government subsidies. In 2026, that finish line is no […]

Elon Musk confirmed on Tesla's Q2 2026 earnings call that Hardware 3 vehicles need physical upgrades, with Tesla planning micro-factories to handle the scale of replacements needed.

Research suggests self-driving cars could make traffic significantly worse, not better, and the evidence on the streets is already starting to back that up.

Geely’s Galaxy A7 EV combines a mainstream design, claimed 550km range, and pricing that still undercuts many rivals, but this China-launched electric sedan appears set to remain out of reach for US buyers.

Xpeng is eyeing large-scale production of its flying cars next year, with more than 7,000 orders already on the books and aviation approvals still in progress in China.

This new Avatr sedan brings luxury looks, a price under $32,900, and a range-extender setup rated for more than 770 miles of CLTC driving.

Porsche's Cayenne Coupe goes fully electric for 2026, with three models ranging from 435 hp to 1,139 hp and a starting price of $113,800.

Recurrent's analysis of over one billion miles of EV driving data finds that range loss is barely a factor for modern electric vehicles, with the average car retaining 95% of its original range after five years.

Tesla's Cybercab has entered volume production at Gigafactory Texas, but the autonomous robotaxi still depends on FSD software that crashes four times more often than human drivers.

BMW’s iX3 Flow Edition brings E Ink Prism to production, enabling dynamic, energy-efficient color-changing exteriors that redefine personalization and automotive design.

Tesla is offering one year of free Supercharging with Model 3 Premium and Performance variants, reducing ownership costs while strengthening its charging ecosystem advantage.

Google Gemini is rolling out to 4 million GM vehicles, turning your daily drive into a smarter, more connected, and surprisingly fun experience.

Tesla's HW3 owners paid up to €6,400 for autonomous driving. Seven years later, what's on offer is a supervised, stripped-down update that still requires a human behind the wheel.

Volkswagen has officially unveiled the ID. Polo, the all-electric version of its best-selling compact car, with a starting price of 24,995 euros.

Google is bringing Gemini to cars, promising more natural conversations and smarter in-car assistance that actually understands what you mean.

BYD is demonstrating a new charging system built around its second generation Blade Battery, with vehicles already using it on site. The company claims significantly faster charging speeds, but wider impact will depend on rollout and real world consistency.

A September 2025 incident where San Bruno police couldn't ticket a Waymo for an illegal U-turn helped trigger California's sweeping new AV regulations.

Your car dashboard is quietly turning into the most contested AI real estate in tech. Grok is the latest to claim a spot, and unlike the two chatbots already on CarPlay, it's going straight for Voice mode.

Rivian says the R2 costs over 50% less to build than its R1 vehicles, a major step toward cheaper EVs if buyers see the benefit.

Samsung Display’s sharper Stretchable Display 2.0 reaches 200 PPI and reshapes dashboard graphics around driving conditions, offering a clearer preview of how future car instrument clusters could become more adaptive.

Dreame Technology unveiled two smartphones, three AI smart rings, and a rocket-powered sports car at its DREAME NEXT event in San Francisco last week, marking the home appliance brand's entry into categories it has never competed in before.

xAI has launched Grok Voice Mode on Apple CarPlay, bringing hands-free AI conversations to millions of drivers with Grok’s signature sarcastic personality.

George Russell said the power was "so easy" to manage. The engineering team called it the hardest project in AMG's history. Both things are true.

Tesla is recalling 173 Cybertrucks after discovering a defect that could cause wheels to detach while driving, marking another bizarre chapter for the EV pickup.

A real-world test of BYD's Megawatt Flash Charge technology recorded battery temperatures of 169.6°F, well above China's recommended safety ceiling for lithium iron phosphate cells, raising concerns about long-term battery health.

BYD just launched the 2026 Seagull with a starting price of $10,300 and an optional LiDAR driver-assist package that puts features usually reserved for premium EVs into one of the world's most affordable electric cars.

Android Auto is getting a major upgrade that goes beyond design tweaks, bringing smarter navigation, richer entertainment, and a more helpful driving experience.

Chinese EV brands are turning active suspension into their next SUV flex, with BYD, Aito, and Li Auto showing three-wheel driving demos that could help with tire changes, recovery, and rough terrain.

VW's electric microbus is back for 2027 with a fold-out mattress Tourer trim, Tesla Supercharger compatibility, updated infotainment, and new tech features.

VW's electric microbus is back for 2027 with a fold-out mattress Tourer trim, Tesla Supercharger compatibility, updated infotainment, and new tech features.

VW's electric microbus is back for 2027 with a fold-out mattress Tourer trim, Tesla Supercharger compatibility, updated infotainment, and new tech features.

Chinese EV brands are turning active suspension into their next SUV flex, with BYD, Aito, and Li Auto showing three-wheel driving demos that could help with tire changes, recovery, and rough terrain.

Chinese EV brands are turning active suspension into their next SUV flex, with BYD, Aito, and Li Auto showing three-wheel driving demos that could help with tire changes, recovery, and rough terrain.

Android Auto is getting a major upgrade that goes beyond design tweaks, bringing smarter navigation, richer entertainment, and a more helpful driving experience.

Android Auto is getting a major upgrade that goes beyond design tweaks, bringing smarter navigation, richer entertainment, and a more helpful driving experience.

BYD just launched the 2026 Seagull with a starting price of $10,300 and an optional LiDAR driver-assist package that puts features usually reserved for premium EVs into one of the world's most affordable electric cars.

BYD just launched the 2026 Seagull with a starting price of $10,300 and an optional LiDAR driver-assist package that puts features usually reserved for premium EVs into one of the world's most affordable electric cars.

A real-world test of BYD's Megawatt Flash Charge technology recorded battery temperatures of 169.6°F, well above China's recommended safety ceiling for lithium iron phosphate cells, raising concerns about long-term battery health.

A real-world test of BYD's Megawatt Flash Charge technology recorded battery temperatures of 169.6°F, well above China's recommended safety ceiling for lithium iron phosphate cells, raising concerns about long-term battery health.

Tesla is recalling 173 Cybertrucks after discovering a defect that could cause wheels to detach while driving, marking another bizarre chapter for the EV pickup.

Tesla is recalling 173 Cybertrucks after discovering a defect that could cause wheels to detach while driving, marking another bizarre chapter for the EV pickup.

George Russell said the power was "so easy" to manage. The engineering team called it the hardest project in AMG's history. Both things are true.

George Russell said the power was "so easy" to manage. The engineering team called it the hardest project in AMG's history. Both things are true.

xAI has launched Grok Voice Mode on Apple CarPlay, bringing hands-free AI conversations to millions of drivers with Grok’s signature sarcastic personality.

xAI has launched Grok Voice Mode on Apple CarPlay, bringing hands-free AI conversations to millions of drivers with Grok’s signature sarcastic personality.

Dreame Technology unveiled two smartphones, three AI smart rings, and a rocket-powered sports car at its DREAME NEXT event in San Francisco last week, marking the home appliance brand's entry into categories it has never competed in before.

Dreame Technology unveiled two smartphones, three AI smart rings, and a rocket-powered sports car at its DREAME NEXT event in San Francisco last week, marking the home appliance brand's entry into categories it has never competed in before.

Samsung Display’s sharper Stretchable Display 2.0 reaches 200 PPI and reshapes dashboard graphics around driving conditions, offering a clearer preview of how future car instrument clusters could become more adaptive.

Samsung Display’s sharper Stretchable Display 2.0 reaches 200 PPI and reshapes dashboard graphics around driving conditions, offering a clearer preview of how future car instrument clusters could become more adaptive.

Rivian says the R2 costs over 50% less to build than its R1 vehicles, a major step toward cheaper EVs if buyers see the benefit.

Rivian says the R2 costs over 50% less to build than its R1 vehicles, a major step toward cheaper EVs if buyers see the benefit.

Your car dashboard is quietly turning into the most contested AI real estate in tech. Grok is the latest to claim a spot, and unlike the two chatbots already on CarPlay, it's going straight for Voice mode.

Your car dashboard is quietly turning into the most contested AI real estate in tech. Grok is the latest to claim a spot, and unlike the two chatbots already on CarPlay, it's going straight for Voice mode.

A September 2025 incident where San Bruno police couldn't ticket a Waymo for an illegal U-turn helped trigger California's sweeping new AV regulations.

A September 2025 incident where San Bruno police couldn't ticket a Waymo for an illegal U-turn helped trigger California's sweeping new AV regulations.

BYD is demonstrating a new charging system built around its second generation Blade Battery, with vehicles already using it on site. The company claims significantly faster charging speeds, but wider impact will depend on rollout and real world consistency.

BYD is demonstrating a new charging system built around its second generation Blade Battery, with vehicles already using it on site. The company claims significantly faster charging speeds, but wider impact will depend on rollout and real world consistency.

Google is bringing Gemini to cars, promising more natural conversations and smarter in-car assistance that actually understands what you mean.

Google is bringing Gemini to cars, promising more natural conversations and smarter in-car assistance that actually understands what you mean.

Volkswagen has officially unveiled the ID. Polo, the all-electric version of its best-selling compact car, with a starting price of 24,995 euros.

Volkswagen has officially unveiled the ID. Polo, the all-electric version of its best-selling compact car, with a starting price of 24,995 euros.

Tesla's HW3 owners paid up to €6,400 for autonomous driving. Seven years later, what's on offer is a supervised, stripped-down update that still requires a human behind the wheel.

Tesla's HW3 owners paid up to €6,400 for autonomous driving. Seven years later, what's on offer is a supervised, stripped-down update that still requires a human behind the wheel.

Google Gemini is rolling out to 4 million GM vehicles, turning your daily drive into a smarter, more connected, and surprisingly fun experience.

Google Gemini is rolling out to 4 million GM vehicles, turning your daily drive into a smarter, more connected, and surprisingly fun experience.

Tesla is offering one year of free Supercharging with Model 3 Premium and Performance variants, reducing ownership costs while strengthening its charging ecosystem advantage.

Tesla is offering one year of free Supercharging with Model 3 Premium and Performance variants, reducing ownership costs while strengthening its charging ecosystem advantage.

BMW’s iX3 Flow Edition brings E Ink Prism to production, enabling dynamic, energy-efficient color-changing exteriors that redefine personalization and automotive design.

BMW’s iX3 Flow Edition brings E Ink Prism to production, enabling dynamic, energy-efficient color-changing exteriors that redefine personalization and automotive design.

Tesla's Cybercab has entered volume production at Gigafactory Texas, but the autonomous robotaxi still depends on FSD software that crashes four times more often than human drivers.

Tesla's Cybercab has entered volume production at Gigafactory Texas, but the autonomous robotaxi still depends on FSD software that crashes four times more often than human drivers.

Recurrent's analysis of over one billion miles of EV driving data finds that range loss is barely a factor for modern electric vehicles, with the average car retaining 95% of its original range after five years.

Recurrent's analysis of over one billion miles of EV driving data finds that range loss is barely a factor for modern electric vehicles, with the average car retaining 95% of its original range after five years.

Porsche's Cayenne Coupe goes fully electric for 2026, with three models ranging from 435 hp to 1,139 hp and a starting price of $113,800.

Porsche's Cayenne Coupe goes fully electric for 2026, with three models ranging from 435 hp to 1,139 hp and a starting price of $113,800.

This new Avatr sedan brings luxury looks, a price under $32,900, and a range-extender setup rated for more than 770 miles of CLTC driving.

This new Avatr sedan brings luxury looks, a price under $32,900, and a range-extender setup rated for more than 770 miles of CLTC driving.

Xpeng is eyeing large-scale production of its flying cars next year, with more than 7,000 orders already on the books and aviation approvals still in progress in China.

Xpeng is eyeing large-scale production of its flying cars next year, with more than 7,000 orders already on the books and aviation approvals still in progress in China.

Geely’s Galaxy A7 EV combines a mainstream design, claimed 550km range, and pricing that still undercuts many rivals, but this China-launched electric sedan appears set to remain out of reach for US buyers.

Geely’s Galaxy A7 EV combines a mainstream design, claimed 550km range, and pricing that still undercuts many rivals, but this China-launched electric sedan appears set to remain out of reach for US buyers.

Research suggests self-driving cars could make traffic significantly worse, not better, and the evidence on the streets is already starting to back that up.

Research suggests self-driving cars could make traffic significantly worse, not better, and the evidence on the streets is already starting to back that up.

Elon Musk confirmed on Tesla's Q2 2026 earnings call that Hardware 3 vehicles need physical upgrades, with Tesla planning micro-factories to handle the scale of replacements needed.

Elon Musk confirmed on Tesla's Q2 2026 earnings call that Hardware 3 vehicles need physical upgrades, with Tesla planning micro-factories to handle the scale of replacements needed.

For the longest time, the electric vehicle industry has been chasing a finish line that felt simple enough: make charging as fast as refueling a petrol car. That was the promise, the pitch, and in many ways, the justification for everything from billion-dollar battery investments to government subsidies. In 2026, that finish line is no […]

For the longest time, the electric vehicle industry has been chasing a finish line that felt simple enough: make charging as fast as refueling a petrol car. That was the promise, the pitch, and in many ways, the justification for everything from billion-dollar battery investments to government subsidies. In 2026, that finish line is no […]

The Jetta X is a China-exclusive electric SUV concept from Volkswagen's separate FAW-Volkswagen Jetta sub-brand, aimed at the budget EV market with a target price of around $14,700.

The Jetta X is a China-exclusive electric SUV concept from Volkswagen's separate FAW-Volkswagen Jetta sub-brand, aimed at the budget EV market with a target price of around $14,700.