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BMW fast-tracks the new i3, with reservations opening next week
BMW is moving quickly with its new i3 electric vehicle, announcing that reservations in the US will open early next week.
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Bentley unveils Torcal, its first-ever electric vehicle with 888 PS
Luxury British automaker Bentley has officially debuted the Torcal, its first all-electric SUV featuring an 888 PS powertrain and impressive range.
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Volkswagen launches stretched version of the ID. Buzz Cargo starting at $60,000
Volkswagen has introduced a longer wheelbase version of the ID. Buzz Cargo, offering increased space and updated software.
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BYD unveils new ultra-luxe EV with coach doors and advanced tech
BYD has announced its most luxurious flagship sedan yet, featuring Rolls-Royce-like coach doors and 5-minute flash charging.
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Nissan reveals its newest EV, an affordable electric city cruiser with 259 km of range
Nissan has officially unveiled the Pixo EV, a budget-friendly electric city car priced under $25,000 with a 259 km driving range.
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Tesla FSD v14.3.9 bug falsely warns of dirty cameras, triggers unnecessary service visits
The latest Full Self-Driving update v14.3.9 incorrectly alerts owners that their cameras are dirty, prompting service appointments that Tesla is now canceling.
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Mercedes-Benz to Integrate Wayve AI Driver in Cars Within Two Years
Mercedes-Benz has signed a definitive production agreement with Wayve to embed its AI Driver system in future vehicles, with integration slated to start within the next two years.
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Tesla's active robotaxi fleet in Austin drops back to 8 vehicles
Following a brief surge after the Cybercab launch, Tesla's active robotaxi fleet in Austin has returned to just 8 vehicles.
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Geely one-ups BYD with 2.2MW charger, allowing 4-minute EV charges
Geely is set to unveil an advanced EV charging system boasting a 2.2MW capacity that enables four-minute charging times.
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Electrek Podcast: Tesla Roadster gets a date, VW XL1 returns electric, and BYD’s new Tesla fighter
The latest Electrek Podcast episode covers the Tesla Roadster reveal date, the electric comeback of the VW XL1, and BYD's new competitor targeting Tesla.
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BYD undercuts Tesla Model 3 with its new Formula S EV starting under $29,000
BYD has launched the new Formula S electric vehicle series under its Fang Cheng Bao brand. With a starting price under $29,000, the new electric sedan undercuts the Tesla Model 3.
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NHTSA orders Tesla to prove its Cybercab is legal to sell under oath
US safety regulators have issued a formal order requiring Tesla to prove under oath that its steering wheel-free Cybercab complies with federal standards.
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BYD reveals the new Denza N8L EV, a smart luxury SUV with 960 km range for $45,000
BYD has unveiled the new Denza N8L, calling it the industry's first AI-powered smart luxury EV with a range of up to 960 km.
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Tesla's record month: 4 fatal Autopilot and Full Self-Driving crashes
July 2026 marked the worst month on record for Tesla driver-assist crashes, with 236 incidents reported to federal regulators, four of which resulted in fatalities.
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Volkswagen Mission Efficiency: The XL1 Returns as a 1,000-Mile Electric Car
Volkswagen has unveiled the Mission Efficiency, calling it the world's most efficient near-production electric vehicle.
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BYD is leading the solid-state battery race with its first EV planned for 2027
BYD executive vice president Stella Li announced that the company holds a leading position in solid-state battery development, with its first EV featuring the tech arriving in 2027.
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China exported more cars in 8 months than in all of 2025, and most are EVs
China has shattered its previous export records, shipping more vehicles in just eight months than it did during the entire previous year.
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Senator claims Trump may open US market to Chinese EVs in Xi deal
Senator Elissa Slotkin says she is hearing rumors that President Trump is preparing to let Chinese cars be sold in the US as part of a broader deal with China.
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Data confirms Autopilot was active in fatal Tesla crash in Alabama
A 2021 Tesla Model Y crash in Alabama killed its 29-year-old driver, while her 7-month-old baby was saved from the burning vehicle by a passerby. New data reveals the driver-assist system was engaged.
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BYD cuts Denza Z9 GT EV prices with the new e3 Premium trim starting at about $50,000
BYD has launched the Denza Z9 GT e3 Premium, offering a lower-priced version of its luxury electric vehicle starting at about $50,000.
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Tesla Cybercab features a hidden virtual joystick for manual driving
A rider inside a Tesla Cybercab discovered a hidden virtual joystick on the touchscreen designed for manual driving.
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XPeng starts IRON humanoid robot production as Tesla Optimus stalls
Chinese automaker XPeng has activated what it calls the world's first automated production line for advanced humanoid robots, aiming for mass production.
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Tesla crash that killed a man at a stop sign confirmed to have had Autopilot engaged, records show
New data reveals that a Tesla Model 3 involved in a fatal New Jersey crash was operating with its driver-assist system active when it ran a stop sign.
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Kia launches three new electric GT vehicles: Meet the EV3 GT, EV4 GT, and EV5 GT
Kia has expanded its electric vehicle lineup with the official market launch of three new high-performance GT models.