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Rivian Opens Early Access to Point-to-Point Hands-Free Driving

Rivian is inviting select owners to test its upcoming driver-assistance technology through a new Autonomy Early Access Program, starting with point-to-point hands-free driving expected to debut on a limited basis in late 2026.<br /> The invitation-only program requires an active Autonomy+ subscription, regular use of preview features and participation in feedback activities before the technology reaches a wider group of customers.

Geely Galaxy TT Arrives in China with 725 km of Range for Under $24,000

The mid-to-large-size sedan is available in five variants, with introductory prices ranging from 129,900 yuan to 185,900 yuan. The entry model also gains 100 km of additional claimed range compared with the version shown during pre-sales.

2026 Polestar 3 Performance Gets a Major Tech Upgrade

The Polestar 3 Performance now uses an 800-volt electrical architecture, produces up to 680 horsepower and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds. Despite receiving a smaller battery, the SUV also gains range through improved efficiency.

Nio Delivers 20,000th ES9 Just 73 Days After Launch

The achievement comes as demand for the model continues to exceed production, with buyers of higher-end variants still facing delivery wait times of more than three months.

Denza Z Electric Supercar Opens China Pre-Sales Starting At $100,000

The two-door electric supercar starts at 680,000 yuan (about $100,300) in China, significantly lower than its starting price of 142,900 pounds (about $191,400) in the UK, where it made its global debut earlier this month.

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.

GMC Hummer X Concepts Take Aim at Bronco and Wrangler Territory

While GM emphasized that the concepts are purely design studies with no production plans attached, they offer an intriguing glimpse into how the Hummer brand could evolve in the future.

Nio Launches ES9 SUV at Lower-Than-Expected Starting Price

The launch places the ES9 directly into competition with other high-end Chinese smart EVs, including the recently updated Aito M9 backed by Huawei.

Mercedes Unveils 1,153 HP Electric AMG GT 4 Door Coupe

U.S. deliveries are expected to begin in late 2026.

Xiaomi YU7 GT Sets New Nürburgring Production SUV Lap Record

The high-performance electric SUV completed the Nürburgring Nordschleife in 7 minutes and 34.931 seconds, nearly two seconds faster than Audi’s previous production SUV record.

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.

Rivian Explores Building Lidar Sensors With China-Linked Partnerships

The company could pursue the effort in partnership with a Chinese firm, as it ramps investment in both sensors and in-house chips for future vehicle platforms, including versions of its upcoming R2 models.

smart Debuts Concept #2 and Unveils #6 EHD Sedan in Beijing

The brand outlined plans to grow its portfolio to five models in 2026, combining Mercedes-Benz design with China-led engineering as it pushes further into premium and urban EV segments.

Uber Takes 11.5% Stake in Lucid to Power Robotaxi Expansion

The investment, totaling over 37.75 million shares, adds to Uber’s growing financial and operational commitment to Lucid.

Rivian Factory Hit by Tornado Ahead of R2 Launch

The company confirmed no injuries, but damage to a key production building has forced a short-term pause as teams assess and repair the site.

Stellantis Explores Dongfeng Partnership to Boost Europe production

The discussions come as the automaker looks to address underused factories and rising competition, while Chinese partners seek local production to navigate European tariffs.

Lucid Recalls 3,627 Air Pure Sedans Over Rear-Drive Failure Risk

The updated luxury EV introduces major hardware and software changes, including a larger battery, 800-volt architecture, and new efficiency-focused engineering.

Cadillac Escalade IQ Debuts Dolby Atmos Audio in Mexico

The move marked the first deployment of the premium audio technology in a Cadillac EV in Mexico.

Nio Launches ES9 Pre-Sales with Aggressive Pricing Strategy

The ES9 starts at 528,000 yuan ($77,230), about 31% below the ET9, with deliveries expected to begin June 1 following an official launch in late May.

GM Begins Supervised Public-Road Testing of Next-Gen Autonomous Tech

The testing phase represents a shift from data collection to real-world validation as GM advances its autonomous capabilities.