Category Automotive

The BMW i3, the second Neue Klasse model, debuts its design on March 18, 2026, featuring Gen6 eDrive with 800-volt architecture and up to 400 kW peak charging capacity.

The Kia PV5 has been shortlisted for the 2026 World Car Design of the Year award, recognized for its modular PBV architecture and purpose-built design optimized for cargo and passenger flexibility.

Horse Powertrain's Amorphous Motor achieves 98.2% efficiency using 0.025 mm amorphous steel stator layers, reducing iron losses by 50% and cutting whole-vehicle fuel consumption by 1% in hybrid applications.

The MINI JCW Aceman delivers 190 kW (258 hp), a 6.4-second 0–100 km/h time, and 16.4 kWh/100 km WLTP efficiency, combining electric performance with John Cooper Works motorsport tuning.

Rivian's R2 will launch with GSMA SGP.32 eSIM technology and AT&T 5G connectivity, supported by G+D hardware and remote management infrastructure for scalable global deployment.

Volvo Cars is expanding EX60 production at its Torslanda plant after European orders significantly exceeded forecasts within the first month, with U.S. order books yet to open.

Aptera Motors completed the first solar EV off its validation assembly line, advancing toward regulatory certification and customer deliveries with nearly 50,000 reservations on the books.

NIO's manufacturing plants earned China's National Green Factory designation, reflecting the EV maker's low-carbon production systems, real-time energy management, and strong ESG performance.

VinFast reorganizes its EV portfolio into three brand lines — Lac Hong, VF, and Green — and unveils the ultra-luxury Lac Hong 800S and 900S with tri-motor powertrains launching in 2027.

Nexen Tire's N'Fera Sport performance tire has been selected as original equipment for the new BMW iX3, expanding the company's growing OE partnership with BMW Group.

Audi Sport's new RS 5 plug-in hybrid completes its first real-world test in Morocco, combining a 639 PS twin-turbo V6 PHEV powertrain with electromechanical torque vectoring and twin-valve sport suspension.

Rimac Technology appointed Nurdin Pitarević as CEO following a record year of battery and powertrain deliveries, with solid-state battery development and new OEM programs ahead.

VinFast's VF8 now qualifies for Canada's $5,000 federal EVAP rebate. Combined with provincial incentives, buyers can save up to $18,000, bringing the starting price to $35,070.

The Geely EX2 electric hatchback achieved 465,775 sales in 2025, becoming the world's top-selling A/B segment car and China's best-selling model while setting new industry records for rapid delivery and expansion.

Kia UK launches "First Drive Weekend" events from April to June 2026, offering exclusive test drives of the new European-built EV2 compact SUV across its 190-strong national dealer network.

XPENG announced its VLA 2.0 intelligent driving system will begin global delivery in 2027. The end-to-end AI model features L4 potential, improved efficiency, and will first launch with partner Volkswagen.

Škoda has launched a new 200 kW plug-in hybrid powertrain for the Superb Hatch, featuring improved acceleration, a 25.7 kWh battery capacity, and upgraded ventilated brakes for enhanced thermal management.

Rivian launches the Rivian Adventure Department (RAD) to transform extreme racing data into consumer features like the RAD Tuner, while preparing for a competitive debut at the 2026 FAT Ice Race.