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China has a clear lead on electric vehicle technology, batteries and production and sales numbers. However, it’s not as far ahead when it comes to driverless taxis. Just like in the United States, there are three major robotaxi players that are slowly expanding their reach and fleets, with one company far ahead of the others. In China, that’s Baidu’s Apollo Go (launched in 2019), whose operation is comparable in scale and breadth to the U.S. robotaxi leader, Waymo. But while their operations might be similarly sized, they cover a lot more cities in China. One Reuters report from December 2024…
Earlier this year, Stellantis made major changes to its North American operations. Tim Kuniskis, who returned in 2025 to retake the top spot at Ram, became the head of the automaker’s American brands and announced the return of the SRT division. And according to the automaker’s earnings presentation, we’ll see the results of that revival very soon. On page 19 of Stellantis’ Q3 shipments and revenue report, it states that Ram will introduce two SRT products within the next three months. During the call, Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa said: ‘Lastly, Ram will be showing even more of its trademark…
The Lafa 5 would be officially launched in China in the fourth quarter, with deliveries starting in the first half of 2026, Leapmotor previously said. The Lafa 5 will compete against models including the Volkswagen ID.3, SAIC MG4, BYD Dolphin, and Nio Firefly EV. (Leapmotor Lafa 5. Image credit: Leapmotor) Leapmotor (HKG: 9863) will begin pre-sales of the Lafa 5 in China on November 7, and the electric hatchback is poised to become one of the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker’s main models in the coming years. The company announced the plan today on Weibo, saying an event will commence…
Tesla fans celebrated what they claim was a Tesla vehicle on Full Self-Driving (FSD) that avoided a literal plane crashing into the road. However, the driver confirmed that the Tesla vehicle was not in Full Self-Driving mode. Tesla fans often complain that some drivers using Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD), Tesla’s advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), have blamed the systems for crashes that they were responsible for. The automaker always claims that drivers are responsible at all times because, despite the names of the systems, they are only considered level 2 driver assistance systems. Advertisement – scroll for more content…
Top Gear tests the Munro M280 off-road in the Scottish hills, where it proves itself quite capable. This vehicle features a heavy-duty construction and a drivetrain that’s closer to a combustion 4×4 than many modern EVs. Munro says it has some 250 orders and you can put your name down for one today, although it’s not clear when you’ll get one. There’s a growing number of electric vehicles that are doing off-roading better than combustion vehicles. You not only get to hear and smell nature without engine noise and exhaust fumes, but you also enjoy electric motors’ plentiful instant torque,…
Toyota has announced it will end Supra production next March, with 2026 being the car’s last model year. The automaker already introduced the Final Edition, which gave away the game—we knew this day was close. Toyota issued a brief press release making the announcement (translated): ‘Regarding Supra, production will end in March 2026. Thank you very much for your patronage of our many customers. We are very sorry for the fact that customers who were considering purchasing have been notified of the end of production. For alternative car models, please contact your local dealer.’ Toyota revealed the fifth-generation…
It’s finally here. Toyota has unveiled its new Land Cruiser FJ ahead of this year’s Japan Mobility Show. The highly anticipated baby off-roader is nearly 11 inches shorter than the Land Cruiser 250, giving buyers a smaller, more affordable option—except for those of us in America. The new Land Cruiser FJ shares a platform with Toyota’s Hilux Champ, that’s not available in the United States, and it’s about 11 inches shorter than the LC 250. The SUV measures 180.1 inches long, 73.0 inches tall, and 77.2 inches wide, with a 101.6-inch wheelbase. It features the same 2.7-liter four-cylinder…
Tesla has historically included two key cards with the purchase of new Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The automaker recently removed references to the included cards in the owners manual of both vehicles, according to Not A Tesla App. This could be an indication that physical keys will no longer be included for free. Tesla has made forgetting your keys a thing of the past for some time. Many Tesla owners, myself included, use their phone as their primary vehicle key. It’s convenient, it works (usually) and it’s something you pretty much always have on you. Which is why…
CATL’s third-quarter revenue totaled RMB 104.2 billion, a 12.90 percent year-on-year increase. CATL’s third-quarter power battery installations in China totaled 82.07 GWh, a 27.46 percent year-on-year increase. (Image credit: CnEVPost) CATL (HKG: 3750) reported third-quarter net income of RMB 18.5 billion ($2.6 billion), a 41.21 percent year-on-year increase, according to financial results released today. The Chinese battery giant recorded third-quarter revenue of RMB 104.2 billion, up 12.90 percent year-on-year. Net income excluding non-recurring gains and losses reached RMB 16.4 billion, a 35.47 percent year-on-year increase. From January to September, the company’s net income totaled RMB 49 billion, up 36.20 percent…
The new Bao 5 variants nearly double battery range, while the Bao 8 adds a five-seat version alongside existing six- and seven-seat options. Fang Cheng Bao achieved record September sales of 24,121 units, primarily driven by contributions from its newer Tai series models. (Bao 5. Image credit: Fang Cheng Bao) BYD (HKG: 1211, OTCMKTS: BYDDY) sub-brand Fang Cheng Bao has added new variants to two models in its Bao series to target higher sales, following record sales last month. At today’s fall product launch event, Fang Cheng Bao launched the long-range variants of the Bao 5 SUV (sport utility vehicle)…