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Porsche Delivers 7,002 Cayenne Electrics Since Launch as Electric Macan Tops 23,000

Porsche has delivered 7,002 all-electric Cayennes since the model’s market launch in the summer, helping keep the Cayenne the brand’s best-selling model line. The electric Macan added 23,029 deliveries in the first nine months of 2026, while Porsche’s total deliveries fell 16% to 178,532 vehicles.

2027 Range Rover Electric Arrives With 333 Miles of Range and 542 HP

The Range Rover Electric uses a pair of permanent-magnet electric motors, with each motor rated at 260 kilowatts. Combined output reaches 542 horsepower and 627 pound-feet of torque.

Ford Hypercar Roars to Life in First Official Track Test

The test car was driven by Matt Campbell, one of six drivers expected to compete with the Ford Hypercar during its debut WEC campaign in 2027.

Honda to End Prologue EV Production as Automaker Shifts Focus to Hybrids

Production of Honda’s only battery-electric model sold in the U.S. is scheduled to end in December, marking another major shift in the company’s broader turnaround strategy following its first annual loss as a public company.

Nio’s Firefly Unveils New Halo Series Ahead of July 20 Debut

The first Halo model will make its official debut on July 20, with display vehicles arriving at Firefly stores across China the same day.

Polestar CEO Says ‘The Days Are Over’ for Global Carmaking After US Sales Ban

The executive said the decision reflects a broader shift toward regionalized vehicle production and market strategies as governments tighten regulations surrounding connected vehicle technologies.

GM Expands Brazil EV Production Strategy As Captiva EV Assembly Begins

Through its partnership with Comexport at the Planta Automotiva do Ceará (PACE) facility, GM plans to add a third electrified model to local production before the end of 2026, signaling a broader push to grow its EV presence in South America.

Ford Says Its Next EV Truck Must Be Fun to Drive

The model is expected to become the first vehicle based on Ford’s scalable UEV platform, which was developed to help the automaker compete more effectively against rapidly growing Chinese EV manufacturers.

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.

New Mercedes EQS Hits 926 km Range, Beating BMW i3 and Volvo EX60

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

Rivian Beats Q1 Delivery Estimates as EV Demand Stabilizes

The company delivered 10,365 vehicles in Q1, outperforming forecasts and reinforcing confidence ahead of its upcoming R2 launch.

Ford EV Sales Drop 52% in Q4 2025 amid Demand Challenges

The automaker delivered 14,513 EVs in Q4, marking a 52% drop year-over-year, as all three of its electric models posted lower sales.

Rivian Bets R2 SUV Is the Key to Profitability as Cash Burn Mounts

The lower-priced model is scheduled to launch in the first half of 2026 and is expected to reach customers by midyear.

Ford Denies Reported Talks With Xiaomi Over U.S. EV Production

The talks, if pursued, would have examined producing Xiaomi-branded EVs in the U.S. amid growing global attention on Chinese electric vehicles.

Polestar Recalls 2025 Polestar 3 SUVs Over Loose Rear Seat Backrests

The issue could allow the rear backrests to release in a crash, increasing the risk of cargo entering the passenger cabin.

More Than Half of the 2027 Chevy Bolt’s Components Are Chinese

According to manufacturing disclosures, just 17% of the vehicle’s parts come from the U.S. and Canada, while a majority originate from China.

Tesla Considers Turning Cybertruck Into Autonomous Delivery Vehicle

The idea would shift the Cybertruck away from consumer use and toward localized cargo delivery once full autonomy is achieved.

Mary Barra Says EVs Remain GM’s ‘North Star’ Despite 2025 Headwinds

Speaking in Detroit this week, Barra acknowledged recent headwinds but reiterated that GM has not backed away from its commitment to electrification.

2027 Chevy Bolt Beats Expectations With 262-Mile EPA Driving Range

The updated all-electric hatchback is now rated for up to 262 miles on a single charge, exceeding earlier estimates and reinforcing the Bolt’s position as one of the most affordable long-range EVs in the U.S. market.

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.