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2028 Volvo XC60 PHEV Gets 78 Miles of Electric Range in Major Upgrade

Volvo says the XC60’s range more than doubles that of the current model.

Lucid appears to shade Ferrari’s first EV after Luce launch

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

BYD Launches DOLPHIN G DM-i for Europe’s B-Segment

The DOLPHIN G DM-i is expected to officially launch across European markets in June, with first customer deliveries scheduled for later this year.

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.

Tesla Settles Norway case, Pays Legacy Model S Owners Over Charging Slowdown

Each owner will receive 50,000 Norwegian kroner, bringing total costs, including legal fees, to more than 20 million kroner, as the case concludes after multiple court rulings.

Volkswagen Adds AI Agents to China EVs in Tech Catch-Up Push

The move is aimed at closing the technology gap with fast-moving Chinese EV rivals.

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.

Cadillac Launches Escalade IQ EV SUVs in Middle East

The 2026 Escalade IQ and Escalade IQL have officially arrived at regional dealerships, making the Middle East the second market outside North America after South Korea to receive the flagship electric SUVs.

Stellantis Eyes Leapmotor Deal for Opel Electric SUV

The collaboration would leverage Leapmotor’s technology to accelerate development timelines and reduce costs, with production targeted to begin in 2028 at Stellantis’ Zaragoza plant in Spain.

Ford CEO Says Outdated IT Forced Shift in EV Development Strategy

The initiative has since driven broader modernization across Ford as it works to compete with fast-moving EV rivals, particularly from China.

Tesla Celebrates Model 3 First Decade Milestone with 3 Million Global Deliveries

The milestone comes as competition intensifies in key markets like China, where local rivals are rapidly gaining ground in the electric sedan segment.

Scout Motors Pushes Direct EV Sales Despite Dealer Lawsuits

The Volkswagen-backed startup plans to bypass traditional dealerships entirely, even as lawsuits challenge whether the approach violates franchise laws tied to its parent company.

General Motors Taps Lucid Executive to Sharpen EV Strategy

By recruiting from Lucid, GM is adding leadership experience rooted in a startup environment known for premium EV engineering, battery efficiency, and software integration.

Volvo Hits 500K Electric Cars Sold, With Sweden and Norway Leading

The figure highlights a rapid shift for a brand that once publicly doubted battery-only vehicles.

Rivian Shares Sink After Morgan Stanley Warns R2 Launch Will Hit a Weak EV Market

The bank warned that Rivian’s upcoming R2 SUV launch arrives at a moment of weakening EV demand, expiring tax incentives, and mounting financial losses.

Volvo and Polestar Warn EU Not to Delay the 2035 Combustion-Engine Ban

The two Swedish automakers warn that delaying the deadline would undermine Europe’s EV transition, stall consumer adoption, and hand a strategic advantage to China.

GM Loses Another Senior Software Leader as Baris Cetinok Exits Next Month

His departure marks the third major tech-sector executive exit in recent weeks.

Rivian Launches New AI And Robotics Spinoff As It Accelerates Factory Automation Push

The company aims to deploy industrial AI across its manufacturing operations.

Cadillac Escalade IQ Named 2026 MotorTrend SUV Of The Year

The publication praised the SUV’s engineering, range, charging performance, and luxury features, selecting it over competitors from Audi, Porsche, Hyundai, Volkswagen, and Honda.

Ford’s Iconic California Special Returns, But This Time It’s Fully Electric

The California Special package adds unique visual details that link the Mach-E GT to its classic muscle car roots.