Mustapha Derridj

Mustapha Derridj

Passionate about automobiles, I have been a writer for The News Wheel since July 2025, where we closely follow the automotive news to deliver clear, reliable, and timely information every day, fueling our readers' passion for everything automotive.

The Worldโ€™s Biggest EV Seller Just Faced Its First Real Reality Check

BYDโ€™s domestic sales take a hit, but its global strategy ramps up with new factories in Europe and a bold push into fleet and ride-hailing markets.

all-electric BYD Atto2

This Little-Known EV Just Outperformed Tesla on Energy Efficiency

A lesser-known EV quietly takes the lead in efficiency, outpacing Tesla with smarter engineering and surprising range in a sleek, aerodynamic package.

Inside the Real Reason Solid-State Batteries Still Arenโ€™t Powering Your Car

Solid-state batteries promise safer, longer-range EVs, but Honda and Toyota reveal major hurdles in durability and mass production remain unresolved.

Tesla Snubbed Europe, So Russia Built Its Own Cybertruck With a 100-Year Guarantee

A Russian startup revives Russo-Balt with the F200, a Cybertruck-inspired electric van offering bold design, 400 km range, and a 100-year body warranty.

The Next RS5 Is Going Plug-in Hybrid, Audi Finally Confirms

The next Audi RS5 goes plug-in hybrid with over 600 hp expected. No coupe, no cabrio, just a Sportback and wagon. A bold shift for Audi Sport.

AI Could Soon Write 90% of U.S. Traffic Regulations, Humans Will Edit the Rest

In the United States, artificial intelligence is being tapped to help rewrite the rules of the road, literally, with Googleโ€™s Gemini AI drafting safety regulations.

Toyota and Subaru Want to Bring Back Manual Gearboxes in EVs, by Simulating Them

Toyota and Subaru are developing a way to bring the feel of a manual gearbox to electric vehicles, without actually including one.

Chevy Bolt Is Back, but GM Confirms Final Shutdown After Only an 18-Month Production Run

The Chevrolet Bolt EV is back but not for long. General Motors confirms the electric hatchback will be produced for only 18 months before ending in 2028.

Volkswagenโ€™s ID.4 Is Getting a New Name, and Itโ€™s Tied to Its Top-Selling Model

Volkswagenโ€™s electric SUV, the ID.4, is reportedly getting a new name, aligning it with the brandโ€™s popular combustion-powered model.

This Dust-Covered Mercedes Was Forgotten for Decades, Now It Could Sell for โ‚ฌ5 Million

A dust-covered 1956 Mercedes 300 SL Gullwing heads to auction, expected to fetch โ‚ฌ5M due to its rare spec and untouched condition.

Porsche Taycans Are Crashing in Value, Some Now Selling for Under $40K

Some used Porsche Taycans are now being listed for less than $40,000 in the U.S., a surprising development for a model that originally sold for more than double that price.

He Installs a โ‚ฌ13 Million License Plate on His Land Rover Defender Octa

In Dubai, excess takes yet another form. The worldโ€™s most expensive license plate, worth โ‚ฌ13 million, now sits on the first Land Rover Defender Octa.

Land Rover Defender

Itโ€™s Official: Toyota Is Building a New Mid-Engine Sports Car, Targeting 2030 Launch

Toyota has officially confirmed the development of a new mid-engine sports car, marking a long-awaited return to the layout last seen in the iconic MR2.

Toyota FT-Se sports car concept

This New Map App Promises No Tracking and Lower Battery Use Than Google Maps

A new open-source navigation app is positioning itself as a strong alternative to Google Maps, without the data collection or battery drain.

This Chinese Electric Car Just Drove 4,264 km in 24 Hours: Tesla Is No Longer the Standard

Xiaomiโ€™s SU7 Max sets new EV endurance record with 4,264 km in 24 hours, beating XPeng and its own YU7 in a controlled high-speed test.

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