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BYD Produces Its 19 Millionth NEV as Fang Cheng Bao Opens Tai 9 Reservations

BYD has produced its 19 millionth new energy vehicle, and the milestone car is a Fang Cheng Bao Tai 9 plug-in hybrid SUV. The company announced the figure on Monday, 124 days after it marked its 17 millionth NEV on July 8, and Fang Cheng Bao opened reservations for the Tai 9 the same day.

Rivian Expands 3D Printing Operations With More Than $5 Million in Equipment

Rivian is pushing 3D printing beyond development work, putting more than $5 million into printing equipment and opening the technology up to more of its employees. The EV maker says additive manufacturing is cutting costs and shortening the wait for tools and some vehicle parts, and it is adding an on-demand printing bay at its plant in Normal, Illinois.

Ford Says Its New EV Motors Are 30% More Efficient Than BYD’s

Ford’s $28,350 Fathom electric pickup, the first model on its new Universal Electric Vehicle platform, will use motors, gearboxes and inverters that CEO Jim Farley says are about 30% more efficient than BYD’s. Farley says that efficiency lets Ford fit a smaller battery, reducing the single biggest cost in building an electric vehicle.

Polestar 2 Production Reportedly Ends in China Ahead of All-New Successor

Polestar 2 production in China has reportedly wound down after more than six years, with over 200,000 of the fastbacks built. The electric fastback has been one of the brand’s most important models since its launch, but customers in several European markets are already being directed toward existing inventory instead of new custom orders.

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 Recalls 2,888 Air EVs in Saudi Arabia Over Fire Risk, With a Free Over-the-Air Fix

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Commerce has announced a recall of 2,888 Lucid Air electric sedans after identifying an exterior-lighting circuit issue that can overheat and create a fire or crash hazard. Covering 2023 through 2026 model-year cars, the campaign is being resolved through a free over-the-air software patch without requiring dealership visits.

Polestar Eyes LFP Batteries as It Targets a Climate-Neutral Car by 2035

Swedish EV maker Polestar is looking at lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery technology to help meet its 2035 target for a zero-emission production car, Head of Sustainability Fredrika Klarén said. Every current model in the Swedish brand’s lineup relies on nickel manganese cobalt cells, and the company has not yet named a launch timeline for an LFP-equipped vehicle.

2027 Ford Mustang Mach-E Adds Trail Package, Makes Extended-Range Battery Standard

Ford is overhauling the 2027 Mustang Mach-E lineup by making the extended-range battery pack standard across every trim and debuting an off-road-inspired Trail Package. The updated electric crossover also introduces a lower-cost front motor designed to match the outgoing unit’s output while keeping retail pricing in check.

Volvo’s New EV Factory Begins Work Ahead of 2027 Production

Test production of the factory’s first electric vehicle is expected to begin within weeks, ahead of planned series production in 2027.

GM’s Buick Electra Hits 150,000-Unit Production Milestone in China

The 150,000th vehicle was a 2026 Buick Electra E7 plug-in hybrid, which also reached 30,000 units produced as the Electra portfolio continues expanding across several vehicle types and powertrains.

US Senate Delays Vote on Bill That Would Permanently Ban Chinese Vehicles

Senators Bernie Moreno and Elissa Slotkin had planned to seek unanimous consent on September 24, but Republican Sen. Rand Paul raised concerns about the bill. The sponsors now plan to continue discussions with Paul before trying again next week.

BYD Plans Four European Factories as It Expands Local EV Production

The company expects to select its second European assembly site by the end of 2026, with Spain and France among the preferred locations and existing factories favored over building new facilities.

Canada’s New Chinese EV Quota Has Yet to Bring a Flood of Imports

The figure provides an early indication of how slowly Chinese EV brands are entering the Canadian market despite the country’s decision to sharply reduce tariffs on qualifying vehicles made in China.

Rivian’s R2 Ramp Faces Questions as Citi Flags Production Challenges

The analysts point to Rivian’s existing factory utilization and the production ramp expected at its future Georgia facility as key factors behind their concerns.

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.

Rivian R2 VIN Count Nears 10,000 Ahead of Second Production Shift

Publicly reported VINs reached the 9,400s on Aug. 28, according to buyers posting their vehicle details online. One Southern California buyer reported receiving an R2 VIN in the 9,400 range at about 10 a.m. Pacific time that day. The buyer had placed an order for an R2 Performance on Aug. 18.

Lucid Gravity GT-S Debuts With 1,070 HP As Automaker Battles Mounting Losses

The Gravity GT-S starts at nearly $128,000 and uses the same drivetrain found in the discontinued Lucid Air Dream Edition. Lucid says the new model is the most powerful three-row electric vehicle in the United States, putting it ahead of the 1,025-horsepower Rivian R1S.

Cadillac Vistiq Will Headline Brand’s EV Launch in Brazil

The launch is expected in early November ahead of the Brazilian Grand Prix, with the Vistiq joining the smaller Optiq and Lyriq as Cadillac’s initial electric offerings in the market.

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe to Discuss EVs, AI, and Robotics at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

The session will explore how Rivian is bringing these technologies together as it works to expand its business over the coming years.

GM Recalls Silverado EV and Sierra EV Models Over Battery Fire Risk

The campaign also includes select 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ and Escalade IQL models that use the same battery design.