ID. range, the GTI revival, PPE platform and Group strategy — Wolfsburg’s EV pivot in full.
A YouTuber recently flew a drone over Tesla’s Fremont test track, capturing footage of what appears to be a prototype for Tesla’s long-awaited affordable electric vehicle (EV). Shared by the account “Met God in Wilderness,” the video has sparked excitement among EV enthusiasts, offering a glimpse of a compact Tesla model potentially set to redefine…
As electric vehicle (EV) adoption faces hurdles like range anxiety and charging infrastructure gaps, automakers are turning to extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) to bridge the gap. A recent NBC News report highlights how EREVs, a type of plug-in hybrid, offer a practical solution by combining electric propulsion with a small gas engine, delivering impressive ranges…
On Thursday, Xiaomi unveiled its second electric vehicle, the YU7, positioning itself as a formidable rival to Tesla in China’s competitive EV market. Launched at an event in Beijing, this luxury high-performance SUV boasts advanced technology and impressive specs, aiming to capture the attention of EV enthusiasts and challenge Tesla’s best-selling Model Y, according to…
Volkswagen is set to electrify its iconic Golf GTI, with CEO Thomas Schäfer calling the upcoming all-electric version a “monster car” that will be “mind-blowing” to drive. According to a recent Autocar report, Schäfer shared these insights after test-driving prototypes, signaling a bold new chapter for the GTI badge as Volkswagen prepares to launch a…
Electric vehicle enthusiasts in Europe now have an exciting new option as BYD, China’s leading EV manufacturer, introduced its low-cost Dolphin Surf model in Berlin on May 21, 2025. Marking the company’s tenth model in the region, this compact electric car aims to make sustainable driving more accessible with competitive pricing and advanced features. According…
Volkswagen is set to revive traditional naming for its electric vehicles (EVs), moving away from the alphanumeric ID labels like ID.3 and ID.4, according to a recent statement from the company’s head of marketing and sales. According to Motor1, this shift aims to bring back the brand’s iconic, recognizable names—think Beetle or Golf—to its growing…
In a fiery response to violent attacks on Tesla showrooms in Europe, CEO Elon Musk issued a direct warning to perpetrators and their organizers: “Don’t worry, we are coming for you!” Speaking at the Qatar Economic Forum, Musk condemned the vandalism and arson linked to political backlash against his public statements, vowing legal action. The…
Volkswagen’s shareholders intensified their push for corporate governance reform at the company’s virtual annual general meeting on May 16, 2025, citing conflicts of interest and a lack of board expertise as barriers to the automaker’s success in the electric vehicle (EV) market, reports Reuters. With the company’s share price falling nearly 25% over the past…
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