#Drive Pilot

BYD Tang EV Arrives at Chinese Dealers With 691 HP and New Electric Platform

BYD’s third-generation Tang EV is now showing up at Chinese dealerships, with its public debut expected at the Guangzhou Auto Show in November. Built on a dedicated EV platform for the first time, the redesigned SUV gets five seats, dual-chamber air suspension, a roof-mounted LiDAR sensor and an all-wheel-drive version producing 515 kW (691 hp).

GM Executive Says Removing Radar ‘Ignores Physics’ as Escalade IQ Readies Multi-Sensor Super Cruise

General Motors plans to launch an upgraded version of Super Cruise in the 2028 Cadillac Escalade IQ electric SUV, using radar, lidar and cameras rather than relying on cameras alone. Sterling Anderson, GM’s chief product officer and a former leader of Tesla’s Autopilot program, argues that multiple sensor types provide capabilities cameras cannot match, pushing back against Tesla’s approach to autonomous driving.

Ford Adds Factory-Built Special Service Vehicle Version of the 2027 Mustang Mach-E

Ford is introducing a factory-built Special Service Vehicle (SSV) edition of the 2027 Mustang Mach-E, giving police departments and fleet operators their first turnkey agency package on the electric crossover. Built off the entry-level Select trim, the law-enforcement package bundles dual-motor eAWD, a 91 kWh extended-range battery and performance hardware borrowed from the Mach-E GT.

Rivian Acquires Third Dimension AI to Speed Up Autonomy Testing and Validation

Rivian has purchased Third Dimension AI, a two-year-old software firm headed by a former Tesla Autopilot simulation leader that converts recorded road-sensor data into interactive 3D driving worlds. Financial terms were not disclosed, and the startup’s 15-member staff, located primarily in the United Kingdom, will fold into the autonomy and AI division under Senior Vice President James Philbin.

Volkswagen ID. UNYX 09 Launches in China at 169,900 Yuan With 5C Fast Charging and 755 km Range

Volkswagen Anhui has officially put the ID. UNYX 09 electric fastback sedan on sale in China at a promotional starting price of 169,900 yuan ($25,290), marking its second production EV co-developed with Xpeng. Built on an 800-volt architecture, every version of the fastback carries a 92 kWh CATL battery capable of adding 250 km of range in five minutes.

Geely Updates Galaxy E5 With 6C Charging, LiDAR and Up to 635 km of Range

The top-spec version offers a 635-km (395-mile) CLTC range, while the updated SUV can charge from 10% to 70% in as little as 8 minutes and 25 seconds.

Toyota Refreshes bZ5 With New Driver Assistance Tech in China

The refreshed bZ5 is offered in six variants, with official prices unchanged at between 129,800 yuan ($19,140) and 199,800 yuan. For a limited time, however, buyers can purchase the vehicle for between 109,800 yuan and 179,800 yuan after a combination of cash incentives and trade-in subsidies.

2027 Polestar 4 Arrives In UK With Chassis Upgrades And New Trim Structure

The electric crossover remains the brand’s quickest production SUV, with the dual-motor version capable of reaching 62 mph in just 3.8 seconds. Pricing in the UK starts at £56,750 for the rear-motor model and £63,750 for the dual-motor variant.

Chevy Bolt Defeats Nissan Leaf in Major EV Comparison Test

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.

BYD Offers to Pay Damages During Proper Use of Driver-Assist System

The program applies to eligible vehicles in China and is designed to encourage more drivers to adopt and trust advanced driver-assistance features.

Cadillac Unveils RHD 2026 Lyriq-V in Japan Ahead of Global Rollout

The high-performance electric SUV, positioned as the fastest Cadillac ever, will soon go on sale through the brand’s dealer network.

Polestar Overtakes Tesla and VW in Sweden With Surprise December EV Rally

A sharp spike in registrations, driven by aggressive private leasing offers and fast delivery availability, pushed the rear-windowless EV into second place for the month, trailing only Volvo.

Rivian Gets Street-High $25 Target, but LFP Issue Adds Turbulence

Tigress Financial raised its target to a Street-high $25 on accelerating revenue growth, strong fleet demand and the long-term upside from Rivian’s joint venture with Volkswagen.

Rivian CEO Shares First Details Of R2 Launch Edition

The first version of the midsize SUV will feature a dual-motor all-wheel-drive configuration and a well-appointed interior, but it won’t be the vehicle’s most expensive trim.

Stellantis Teams Up With NVIDIA, Uber, and Foxconn to Launch Global Level 4 Robotaxi Program

Stellantis will handle design, engineering, and manufacturing, while NVIDIA provides its AI computing platform.

Rivian CEO Says LiDAR Still Key for Autonomy as Tesla Bets on Cameras Alone

Once prohibitively expensive, LiDAR sensors now cost just a few hundred dollars, Scaringe said.

BYD Launches Updated Seal 07 DM-i With New Tech And Lower Prices

The vehicle features four variants with longer battery-only ranges, enhanced powertrains, and BYD’s latest chassis and driver-assist technologies.

BYD Hypercar Becomes Fastest EV, Hits 293 mph

BYD’s Yangwang U9 Track Edition redefined the boundaries of electric performance with its recent test run in Germany.

Best EV Financing and Lease Deals in August 2025: 0% APR and Ultra-Low Payments

If you’re looking to get the best financing deals this August, you’re in luck.

Tesla Model Y L Officially Releases In China, Starting at $47,180

The Tesla Model Y L has officially launched in China.