Geely Monjaro EM-i Hybrid SUV Launches in Egypt
Geely has launched the Monjaro EM-i in Egypt, opening the global rollout of its first D-segment hybrid SUV, with the UAE, Mexico, Kazakhstan, and Europe named as next markets.
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Rivian R2 Home Charging Adds 38 Miles Hourly
Rivian detailed R2 home charging options, from an 11 kW hardwired Wall Charger adding up to 38 miles of range per hour to 120V outlets and public DC fast charging.
LEPAS UK Dealer Network Targets 60 Sites
LEPAS is targeting around 60 fully operational UK dealerships by the end of 2026, rising to 90 by 2027, with Arnold Clark and Stoneacre joining the network.
Volkswagen ID. Polo Gets Continental EcoContact 7 Tires
Volkswagen has approved Continental's EcoContact 7 as standard equipment on the all-electric ID. Polo in 17- and 18-inch sizes, with all-season and winter lines recommended in 18-inch fitments.
🔥 Lucid Recalls 27,185 Air EVs Over Fire Risk
Lucid is recalling 27,185 model year 2022–2026 Air sedans after finding that exterior lighting circuit software may allow overheating and fire. NHTSA recall 26V540 carries a park-outside consumer advisory.
Geely AI Off-Road Technology Debuts on Zhanjian 700
Geely Auto Group unveiled AI-powered off-road technologies combining GTA architecture, the EM-T hybrid powertrain and an AI all-terrain digital chassis, debuting on the Zhanjian 700 after 6.11 million kilometers of validation testing.
TÜV Rheinland Measures Aptera Solar EV Above Target
TÜV Rheinland independently measured Aptera's solar electric vehicle delivering more than 4 kWh to the battery on three consecutive July test days in Carlsbad, peaking at 4.75 kWh.
2027 Kia Niro Pricing Starts at $29,890
Kia America has priced the refreshed 2027 Niro from $29,890 MSRP, excluding destination. The hybrid-only lineup adds an S trim and newly available Highway Driving Assist 2.
LEPAS L6 EV UK Specification Confirmed: 279 Miles
LEPAS has confirmed full UK specification for the L6 EV, its first all-electric SUV, with a 65 kWh LFP battery, 279-mile WLTP range and order books opening in early Q4 2026.
Mercedes-Benz UK Names Pod Sole Home Charging Partner
Mercedes-Benz UK has named Pod its sole home EV charging partner, offering customers the Pod Point Solo 3S at £749 including standard installation, a £250 saving, with a five-year warranty.
BMW Electrified Sales Reach One in Four Worldwide
More than one in four BMW Group vehicles sold worldwide in the first half of 2026 was electrified, with fully electric models reaching around 28% of European sales.
Freelander 8 Global Validation Uses 1,000 Test Units
Freelander has deployed more than 1,000 Freelander 8 test units worldwide across tropical, desert and frigid conditions, with Middle East road testing underway ahead of the brand's Abu Dhabi launch.
2027 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid Gets 305 HP Standard
Lincoln makes hybrid power standard on the 2027 Corsair, with a 2.0-liter turbocharged hybrid, all-wheel drive, 305 maximum horsepower, and BlueCruise 1.5 across both Premiere and Reserve trims.
Audi Nuvolari Makes North American Debut at Monterey
Audi brought the Nuvolari to Monterey Car Week for its North American debut, displaying the 499-unit hybrid supercar at The Quail and Pebble Beach before its first drive on California roads.
LEPAS Names Lloyds Brands as UK Finance Partners
LEPAS has appointed Lloyds Banking Group brands Black Horse and Lex Autolease as UK finance partners, covering retail finance, leasing, and wholesale funding across a dealer network exceeding 50 outlets.
SOUEAST C-DM Hybrid System Targets Urban, Intercity Driving
SOUEAST details its C-DM Hybrid System, pairing a 1.5TD dedicated hybrid engine with a stepless electric hybrid DHT to cover urban commuting and intercity range across Latin America and Africa.
LEPAS Opens First UK Dealership in Wolverhampton
LEPAS has opened its first UK dealership in Wolverhampton, starting a retail rollout targeting more than 60 outlets by the end of 2026 and more than 90 by the end of 2027.
Rivian iKamper Skycamp 4.0 DLX Adds R2 Compatibility
Rivian and iKamper have launched the Skycamp 4.0 DLX rooftop tent in Duo and Trio sizes, starting at $4,800, with the new Trio adding R1S and R2 fitment.
Hyundai EV Owners Get 10% IONNA Charging Discount
Hyundai EV owners now receive an automatic 10% discount at all U.S. IONNA fast-charging stations, with an additional 10% IONNA bonus stacking on top through September 30, 2026.
Aptera, Launch Design Partner on $44M Production Program
Aptera Motors has partnered with Launch Design on a production program worth up to $44 million, covering tooling, pilot production, and supply-chain work for its first 40 production vehicles.