#2025 E Transit

BMW Electric M3 to Feature Simulated Gear Shifts and Artificial Sound

BMW M Chief Executive Officer Frank van Meel confirmed in a video interview published Monday, October 26, that the division’s upcoming battery-electric M3 sedan will pair synthesized soundtrack cues with virtual gearshifts. Slated to enter production in Munich in 2027 on the Neue Klasse architecture, the quad-motor sports sedan is being engineered to give track drivers audible and tactile feedback.

Lucid’s $1.4 Billion Turnaround Plan Faces a Tough Test as Stock Hits 52-Week Low

Lucid shares closed at $4.55 on Sept. 1, down 42% from the $7.78 closing price on Aug. 4, the day before Napoli’s operational reset was announced. The decline came as the broader market remained comparatively stable, making the move largely company-specific.

Ford Fathom Is Shaping Up to Be a $30,000 Electric Pickup

The Fathom is still several months away from its full reveal, but Ford has already disclosed a number of details about the upcoming pickup, including its approximate size, powertrain configurations, technology and expected range.

Lucid Offers 0% Financing on Remaining 2026 Gravity SUVs

The promotion comes several months after the updated Gravity entered the market, suggesting Lucid is looking to accelerate sales of unsold 2026 vehicles.

Lucid Cuts 18% Of U.S. Workforce As COO Departs And Cost-Saving Efforts Intensify

The company expects the restructuring plan to generate roughly $158 million in annualized savings and confirmed that Chief Operating Officer Marc Winterhoff has departed effective immediately, with the COO position being eliminated.

BMW’s Neue Klasse Era Begins as i3, i5, and iX1 Exit China

The move would leave BMW Brilliance, the company’s Chinese joint venture, temporarily without a mainstream EV lineup while paving the way for a new generation of electric vehicles designed around improved range, charging performance, and software capabilities.

Ford Confirms Mustang Mach-E Won’t Move to New EV Platform

In testing conducted by Car and Driver, the 2027 Chevy Bolt RS outperformed the 2026 Nissan Leaf Platinum+ across several key categories, including performance, driving dynamics, technology, and overall usability.

Nio Opens First Greece Store as European Expansion Strategy Evolves

The new Nio House Athens, launched in partnership with local distributor Motodynamics Group, allows Greek consumers to experience and purchase several of the company’s electric vehicles as Nio balances overseas growth ambitions with a renewed focus on profitability.

Cadillac Opens 2027 Optiq Configurator Ahead of Production

The 2027 Optiq starts at $52,695, including destination charges, while the performance-focused Optiq-V tops the lineup with a starting price of $69,295.

Xiaomi EV Delivers Over 30,000 Vehicles in May

Napoli succeeds interim leadership following a period of transition and now takes responsibility for guiding Lucid through its next phase of growth.

Lucid Completes Leadership Transition With New CEO Silvio Napoli

Napoli succeeds interim leadership following a period of transition and now takes responsibility for guiding Lucid through its next phase of growth.

Cadillac Drops Three Lyriq Appearance Packages for 2027

The changes affect dealer-installed appearance packages that previously allowed customers to add color-accented trim elements to the Lyriq without relying on aftermarket modifications.

Ford Takes Over $3.8 Billion DOE Loan for Battery Storage Pivot

The move followed the dissolution of Ford’s battery manufacturing partnership with SK On, which was originally expected to receive up to $9.63 billion in federal financing through the Department of Energy’s Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing program.

Rivian Stock Could Surge if the R2 Launch Delivers in 2026

After achieving positive gross profit in 2025, Rivian now faces two key milestones that could determine whether its stock becomes one of the EV sector’s biggest comeback stories over the next three years.

Cadillac Optiq Units Receive Software Fix for Low Speed Braking Issue

The company said the condition is linked to the brake system control module and can be addressed through a software update, with no hardware replacement required.

Lucid Suspends Forecast After Revenue Miss and Gravity Delivery Disruption

The company said the problem has been resolved, with orders and deliveries rebounding in March as production and demand trends improved.

Lucid builds 50,000th EV as production ramps under new CEO

The achievement highlights steady output growth as Lucid ramps production of its expanding EV lineup and prepares for its next phase of global manufacturing.

Ford EV Chief Doug Field Exits as Automaker Restructures Leadership

The move comes alongside a broader restructuring aimed at accelerating product development, improving efficiency, and hitting long-term financial targets under Ford’s “Ford+” plan.

Ford CEO Slams Canada’s Move to Allow Chinese EV Imports

The move, backed by Prime Minister Mark Carney, allows up to 49,000 Chinese-built vehicles initially, with volumes expected to rise to 70,000 over five years.

BMW Phases Out iX in US After Sales Drop, Eyes iX3 Launch

The move follows a sharp drop in deliveries, as the iX struggled to keep pace with rivals like Cadillac’s Lyriq despite a recent refresh and strong performance specs.