Scout Motors and readySC have opened a $25 million workforce training center at Scout's Blythewood, South Carolina EV plant, supporting hiring and skills development ahead of the targeted 2027 production start.
Nissan unveiled the Urban SUV PHEV Concept and Terrano PHEV Concept at Auto China 2026, with production versions of both planned within a year as part of an accelerated NEV rollout.
Geely Auto UK has added an Ultra flagship to its EX5 electric SUV range, bringing a 68.39 kWh battery, 280-mile WLTP range, 750 kg towing, and £38,990 OTR pricing.
Audi's updated Q4 e-tron and Q4 Sportback e-tron add bidirectional charging, a new digital stage interior, and efficiency upgrades that lift maximum range to 592 km. European orders open in May.
Genesis Canada has opened pre-orders for the GV60 Magma, the brand's first high-performance production EV. The dual-motor SUV delivers up to 650 horsepower with deliveries expected later in 2026.
The 2026 Honda Civic hybrid has been named Best Compact Hybrid Car by U.S. News & World Report, with editors recommending both sedan and hatchback against a 138-vehicle field.
Renault Group has confirmed Protean Electric as the in-wheel motor supplier for the Renault 5 Turbo 3E, making it the first European passenger car to enter production with IWMs.
The 2027 Chevrolet Bolt has begun shipping from GM's Fairfax plant with a finalized 262-mile EPA range, a $28,995 starting price, a native NACS charging port, and available Super Cruise.
Hyundai unveiled the IONIQ V at Auto China 2026 as its first dedicated China IONIQ model, alongside a plan for 20 new Beijing Hyundai models over five years.
Porsche premieres the Cayenne Coupé Electric at Auto China 2026, launching three variants headlined by the 850 kW Turbo and a WLTP range of up to 669 km.
Audi confirmed a fall 2026 start for the A2 e-tron at Ingolstadt as Q2 production ends in April, with integrated Q3 output from Győr beginning mid-2026.
Volkswagen has unveiled a new full hybrid powertrain for the Golf and T-Roc, combining a 1.5 TSI engine with two electric motors and launching in Q4 2026.
The 2026 Genesis GV60 has been named Best Compact Electric SUV in U.S. News & World Report's 2026 Best Hybrid and Electric Car Awards, marking the model's first win in the category.
CUPRA has confirmed UK pricing for the all-electric Raval, starting at £23,785 OTR for the Origin trim and rising to £36,310 for the top VZ Extreme, with summer 2026 deliveries.
Volvo Cars has started EX60 production at its Torslanda plant in Sweden, with customer deliveries set for early summer 2026 as European order volumes outpace internal forecasts.
smart unveiled the Concept #2 in Beijing, previewing an all-electric two-seater city car on its new ECA platform. The production smart #2 will debut at the Paris Motor Show this October.
GAC's AION brand opens UK pre-orders for the AION V electric SUV on 23 April at £36,450, bundling an eight-year warranty, service, MOT, and roadside assistance package.
Tweddle Group has partnered with Slate Auto to build an aftersales content package for the Slate Truck, serving both DIY owners and technicians ahead of the EV's 2026 launch.
The 2026 Nissan LEAF has been named Best Subcompact Electric SUV in the U.S. News 2026 Best Hybrid and Electric Car Awards, citing range, features, and value.
The seventh-generation BMW 7 Series adds Neue Klasse tech, with the i7 gaining Gen6 cylindrical cells, 250 kW DC charging, and over 720 km (447 miles) of WLTP range across three variants.