Longbow creates the Featherweight Electric Vehicle category with its 1,973-lb Speedster. Debuting at CES 2026, the British EV targets US enthusiasts with lightweight engineering and driver-focused performance.
KGM Motors UK introduces its BYD-collaborated Dual Tech Hybrid powertrain, combining a 1.5L turbo engine with dual motors to deliver efficient, EV-like performance in the new Torres and Actyon SUVs.
Suzuki extends its self-funded £3,750 EV grant and 2.9% APR financing through March 2026, while introducing 0% financing options for the Swift Hybrid range.
Legacy EV and the United Nations launched a workforce development program in Guyana, training over 20 technicians to support the nation’s Low Carbon Development Strategy 2030.
The Dodge Charger multi-energy lineup wins 2026 Detroit Free Press Car of the Year, validating the STLA Large architecture with 670-horsepower electric and 550-horsepower gas options for modern muscle car performance.
OMODA&JAECOO validated the J8 SHS in Dubai, confirming a 1,300km combined range, 5.8-second acceleration, and rapid charging capabilities. This test demonstrates the third-generation hybrid system’s readiness for the UAE market.
XPENG and Peking University's FastDriveVLA framework, accepted at AAAI 2026, achieves 7.5x computational reduction in end-to-end autonomous driving VLA models through advanced visual token pruning, advancing efficient AI deployment in next-generation electric vehicles.
XING Mobility unveils the world’s first immersion-cooled 800V BBU at CES 2026, alongside Caterham Project V and XBE1000 ESS, demonstrating decade-validated IMMERSIO™ technology for EV, energy storage, and AI data center applications.
Lexus introduces the limited RZ 600e "F SPORT Performance" special edition on March 2, 2026, featuring 313 kW output, lowered stance, carbon aerodynamic components, larger brakes, and Steer-by-Wire for enhanced dynamic performance in its dedicated BEV lineup.
NHTSA has opened a defect petition to evaluate the 2022 Tesla Model 3 emergency door releases. The investigation examines if hidden and unlabeled mechanical overrides pose safety risks during emergency egress.
BYD UK reached 125 dealership locations in 2025, more than doubling its network in 12 months. The expansion includes 38 partners and highlights growing demand for the brand's New Energy Vehicles.
Rivian's Digital Key feature enables Gen 2 R1S and R1T owners to store vehicle keys in Apple, Google, or Samsung Wallet with UWB precision and NFC backup.
Renault’s Filante Record 2025 demo car sets a new efficiency benchmark, traveling 1,008 km at motorway speeds on a single 87 kWh battery, showcasing advanced aerodynamics and lightweight steer-by-wire technology.
Hyundai will debut its largest EV yet at the 2026 Brussels Motor Show. The event highlights new 800-volt technology, the updated IONIQ 6, and a strategic roadmap for European electrification.
Faraday Future announces the first FX Super One pre-production roll-off in California, marking a key milestone for its Global Bridge Strategy and setting the stage for 2026 mass-market deliveries.
Rivian’s 2025.46 software update expands hands-free driving to 3.5 million miles while introducing customizable drive styles and CCC-standard digital keys, significantly advancing the functional capabilities of its Gen 1 and Gen 2 platforms.
Alpine's 70th anniversary video unveils the A110 R Ultime and hints at a third-generation A110 reveal in early 2026, while highlighting the brand's electric motorsport ambitions.
Geely EX5 wins Brazil's UOL Carros "Best Electric Vehicle of 2025" award, following four months of segment sales leadership since its July market debut.
DEEPAL launches the G318 range-extended hybrid SUV in the UAE through Al Tayer Motors, featuring adaptive suspension, intelligent terrain management, and pricing from AED 129,900.
BYD produced its 15 millionth new energy vehicle at its Jinan factory, reaching the milestone just 13 months after hitting 10 million units amid accelerating global expansion.