Kia PV7 Joins Electric PBV Lineup, Launches 2027
Kia has unveiled the PV7, its second all-electric PBV, at IAA Transportation 2026. Cargo and Passenger variants launch in Korea and Europe in 2027, with 23 variants planned.
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VinFast Certified Pre-Owned Financing Starts at 2.99% APR
VinFast says financing on its U.S. Certified Pre-Owned program now starts at 2.99% APR for up to 72 months, positioned against Experian averages of 6.39% for new and 11.43% for used loans.
Volkswagen Mission Efficiency Sets Three EV Records
Volkswagen says its Mission Efficiency prototype set three records, including a 0.158 drag coefficient and 6.89 kWh/100 km on a 794-mile road trip, using production ID. Polo drive components and an electromechanical rear brake.
Geely TT Electric Sports Sedan Launches in China
Geely Auto has launched the Geely TT electric sports sedan in China with 800V charging, standard LiDAR, an AI cockpit and a limited-edition 425 kW TT Ultra with a Lotus-tuned chassis.
Audi Begins A2 e-tron Production in Ingolstadt
Audi has started A2 e-tron production in Ingolstadt, cutting development time by 21 months, reducing part numbers, reusing 1,200 components, and adding fully automated wheel installation and cloud-controlled assembly.
ZF Aftermarket Launches EV Repair Kits for E-Drivetrains
ZF Aftermarket adds E-Mobility Repair Kits for e-motors, mechatronics, inverters and reducers, plus 100-plus e-axle kit variants, as its EV parts range covers about 92 percent of Europe's top 20 EV parc.
AION UT UK Launch Brings 0% PCP Offer
GAC's AION UT electric hatchback reaches UK dealers this weekend priced from £28,950, with a September-only 0% APR PCP offer from £349 per month, a £500 test-drive contribution and a 268-mile WLTP range.
BMW iX5 Hydrogen Enters Real-World Testing Phase
BMW iX5 Hydrogen prototypes are undergoing a full testing program while third-generation fuel cell prototype assembly begins in Munich and Plant Steyr sets up test benches ahead of series production.
Toyota Recalls 8,521 C-HR EVs for Power Loss
Toyota is recalling 8,521 model-year 2026 C-HR battery electric vehicles after a software programming error was found to overcharge the drive battery and shut down the electric drive system, causing a loss of drive power.
Horse Powertrain Opens North America Office in Michigan
Horse Powertrain has opened its North America office in Michigan, adding 32 roles to support US automakers with hybrid, plug-in hybrid, range-extended, and combustion powertrain systems, the company says.
Nissan PIXO Electric City Car Debuts September 23
Nissan has named its upcoming A-segment electric city car PIXO. Built in Europe for European drivers, the model joins LEAF and MICRA in the lineup ahead of a full reveal on September 23, 2026.
Mercedes-Benz Electric GLC Rated Up to 350 Miles
Mercedes-Benz USA has released U.S. specifications for the electric GLC 400 4MATIC Electric: 483 hp, up to 350 miles of EPA range, a 94-kWh battery and 330 kW DC charging.
TomTom Expands EV Charger Data Past 2 Million Points
TomTom now covers more than two million EV chargers globally and plans an AI-based range prediction API by year-end, as product lead Drew Meehan reviews the company's two-year EV roadmap.
Mercedes-Benz VLE 400 4MATIC Opens for Orders
Mercedes-Benz opens orders for the 310 kW VLE 400 4MATIC electric from €66,310 excluding VAT, adds lower-priced VLE 300 entry variants and a fourth equipment package for its electric Grand Limousine.
Horse Powertrain Reveals Waterproof HORSE B20 Hybrid Engine
Horse Powertrain's HORSE B20 is a 2.0-liter turbocharged hybrid engine rated IPX8 waterproof to 1.1 meters, producing up to 248 hp for off-road HEV, PHEV, and REEV applications.
BYD UK Launches 138-Site Approved Repair Network
BYD UK has launched a 138-site Approved Repair network with Vizion Network, giving owners access to BYD-trained technicians, genuine parts, and manufacturer repair methods across the UK.
Second-Generation Dacia Spring Debuts With 155-Mile Range
Dacia's second-generation Spring moves to Renault Group's RG-EV Small platform and Slovenian production, with a 27.5 kWh LFP battery, 155-mile WLTP range, and a sub-£18,000 UK price target.
Rivian Brings RivianOS 2 to All R1 Vehicles
Rivian's 2026.31 update rebuilds the R1 experience on RivianOS 2, putting Gen 1 and Gen 2 R1 vehicles on the same software platform as the R2, with a redesigned interface and new route alerts.
Audi A2 e-tron Lineup Priced From €38,200
Audi has detailed the A2 e-tron lineup unveiled in Paris: four power levels, three battery sizes, up to 646 km WLTP range, German pricing from €38,200, orders opening September 10.
Kia Expands Electric GT Lineup With Three Models
Kia's EV3 GT, EV4 GT and EV5 GT are now on sale in Europe with dual-motor AWD, 288 to 302 hp, an 81.4 kWh battery and up to 334 miles WLTP range. UK pricing is pending.