
Sarah Talbi
This Cheap MG EV Is Bringing Semi-Solid-State Batteries to Europe, Still Missing From Premium Models
MGโs MG4 Urban will bring semi-solid-state batteries to Europe by 2026, offering improved safety, faster charging, and new tech in an affordable EV.

Ford Could Return to Affordable Sedans With a New Sub-$40,000 Model
Ford plans a sub-$40,000 sedan as part of five new affordable models, marking a potential return to a segment it largely abandoned in recent years.

Toyota Is Investing $800 Million to Build a Second EV in the U.S., Hereโs What We Know So Far
Toyota is investing $1 billion in U.S. plants, including $800 million for a new EV in Kentucky, as it accelerates its electric vehicle strategy.

2027 Nissan Z Debuts in the United States With Design Updates and a Manual Nismo
The 2027 Nissan Z arrives in the U.S. with a refreshed design, improved performance, and a manual gearbox now available on the Nismo variant.

Mercedes Targets the Affordable EV Market with a New Entry-Level Electric Car
Mercedes-Benz plans a new electric A-Class with updated design, 800V tech, and multiple powertrains, targeting the growing affordable luxury EV segment.

After 30 Years, Toyota Finally Replaces One of the Most Damaged Parts in the A80 Supra
Toyota will offer a newly made A80 Supra dashboard this fall, expanding its heritage parts program aimed at preserving classic models with factory-accurate components.

Volkswagen Details Its Upcoming ID. Cross Small Electric SUV Ahead of 2026 Launch
Volkswagen shares new details on the ID. Cross, its upcoming small electric SUV, featuring compact dimensions, modern tech, and up to 271 miles of range.

Porsche Is Working on a Dual-Mode Gearbox That Combines an H-Pattern With Full Automation
Porsche unveils a patent for a gearbox blending manual control with automatic mode, aiming to preserve driving engagement as traditional transmissions decline.

The Electric Lexus ES Is Now on Sale With 307 Miles of Range, and a Price That Challenges Hybrids
The 2026 Lexus ES debuts with electric and hybrid options, lower EV pricing, and rare rear-seat luxury features for a midsize sedan.

For the First Time Ever, Audi Chooses the U.S. to Launch a Brand-New Model
Audi is set to debut its all-new Q9 SUV in the U.S. first, marking a major shift in strategy and a bold entry into the full-size luxury segment.

The U.S. Moves to Impose a $250 Annual Fee on EV Owners, 2 to 3 Times What Gas Drivers Pay in Federal Tax
Proposed EV fees of $200โ$250 a year could make owners pay far more than gas drivers, raising concerns over fairness in US road funding policy.

Ford CEO Says Chinaโs Electric Pickups Are โDifferent Animalsโ After Testing BYD Shark
Fordโs Jim Farley praises Chinese electrified pickups for value and innovation, while noting key differences in capability compared to models like the Ranger.

The New BMW i3 Is Officially Here, And It Has More Range Than Any Tesla on the Market
BMW's new i3 electric sedan promises 440 miles of range, more than any Tesla on sale, with 400 kW charging and a starting price still unknown ahead of 2027 U.S.…

The A2 Is Coming Back: Audi Bets on a 20-Year-Old Name to Take On the Entry-Level Electric Market
Audi is reviving the A2 name for a new entry-level electric model, the A2 E-Tron, set to indirectly replace the A1 and Q2. A reveal is expected this fall.



