Auto China 2026 Abre: 181 Estreias, XPeng GX, BYD Seal 8 e um Air Taxi para Conhecer por Dentro
O maior salao automotivo do mundo abriu em Pequim com 380.000 m2 de area, 1.451 veiculos e marcas chinas dominando a energia do dia de imprensa.
Chery Apresenta 15 Estreias Mundiais em Pequim 2026 em Cinco Marcas
O Grupo Chery trouxe seu lineup completo de CHERY, EXEED, iCAUR, OMODA e JAECOO e LEPAS a Pequim com 15 modelos em estreia e um chassi digital capaz de giro em raio zero.
Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric 2026: Tres Versoes, 1.139 cv no Topo
A Porsche apresenta o Cayenne Coupe Electric com bateria de 113 kWh, carregamento de pico de 400 kW e versao Turbo com 1.139 cv a partir de 168.000 dolares.
Flash Charging da BYD: de 20 a 97% em 12 Minutos e 26.000 Postos em Expansao
A BYD lanca baterias de nova geracao que carregam de 20 a 97% em menos de 12 minutos, acompanhadas de um plano de 26.000 postos de carregamento rapido na China e no exterior.
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Honda Prepara Edicao Limitada 2027 do Prelude Enquanto Demanda no Japao Esfria
Seis meses apos o lancamento, a Honda ja prepara um refresh de cores e equipamentos para o Prelude japones, divulgado pelo proprio app da marca antes de qualquer anuncio oficial.
Audi Encerra o A1 e o Q2 e Confirma Carro Esportivo Eletrico para 2027
Os dois modelos de entrada saem de producao este ano com a chegada do A2 e-tron. A Audi tambem confirmou inicio de producao do esportivo eletrico em 2027 em Bollinger Hofe.
Tesla Roadster: nove anos depois, ainda em desenvolvimento de design
Musk chama o Roadster de ultimo carro de conducao manual da Tesla. Os documentos para acionistas dizem fabrica indefinida e status: desenvolvimento de design.
A GM importou mais carros para os EUA no ano passado do que a Toyota
Dados da S&P Global mostram que o Detroit 3 dependeu fortemente de fabricas estrangeiras em 2025, com as 1,17 milhao de importacoes da GM quase igualando o total da Toyota.
Zeekr 9X atinge 50.000 entregas com ticket médio acima do MSRP
Cinco meses no topo do segmento de SUVs acima de RMB 500.000 na China, e os compradores continuam escolhendo versões mais caras.
EVs na China caíram 20% no T1 com fim dos subsidios. Alemanas ficaram com 1,6% de mercado.
O fim dos subsidios atingiu mais forte o segmento de entrada. Para as marcas alemAs, 19.200 emplacamentos combinados no T1 entre cinco marcas e recorde negativo.
Kia Vision Meta Turismo: chefe de design diz que producao ainda esta na mesa
O EV6 GT foi o sucessor oficial do Stinger. O chefe de design da Kia agora persegue algo mais dramatico, e ele diz isso em voz alta.
SAIC Z7 a partir de US$ 32.200: a alternativa chinesa ao Taycan estreia em Pequim
O Z7 Ultra empata com o Taycan GTS no 0-100 km/h. E custa cerca de um quinto do preco.
Tesla T1 2026: receita +16%, entregas +6%, lucro bruto ainda abaixo dos picos recentes
Um lucro bruto de US$ 4,72 bilhoes e uma forte recuperacao em relacao ao ano anterior. Tambem fica abaixo de dois trimestres recentes da propria empresa.
Aridge, da Xpeng, Mira Entrega em Escala Completa do Carro Voador em 2027
A Aridge, unidade de carros voadores da Xpeng, adiou a entrega em escala completa do Land Aircraft Carrier para 2027 na Auto China 2026. A fábrica está pronta, as baterias em produção e um IPO em Hong Kong adiciona urgência ao cronograma.
Primeiro Protótipo do Lexus TZ Elétrico de Três Fileiras de Bancos é Flagrado
O primeiro protótipo do Lexus TZ foi flagrado em testes, confirmando estreita relação visual e estrutural com o Toyota Highlander EV. O SUV elétrico de três fileiras mira Ioniq 9, EV9 e Volvo EX90, com estreia esperada no final de 2026.
GWM Tank 700 Hi4-Z Estreia em Pequim com 864 cv e 190 km de Autonomia Elétrica
A GWM atualiza o Tank 700 para 2026 com um sistema plug-in hybrid de 864 cv combinando um motor 2.0T e dois elétricos, uma bateria de 56 kWh e 190 km de autonomia pura. O 0-100 km/h leva 5,6 segundos.
Tesla Trabalha para Lançar o FSD na China o Quanto Antes, Sem Prazo Definido
A Tesla mencionou o FSD China no relatório do Q1 2026 pela primeira vez em meses, dizendo que trabalha para lançá-lo o mais rápido possível. Nenhum prazo foi fornecido, e a previsão de fevereiro de Musk não se concretizou.
Chevrolet Sonic 2027 Volta como Crossover, Apresentado no Brasil
A Chevrolet ressuscita o nome Sonic como um crossover compacto na plataforma Global Emerging Markets, apresentado no Brasil. O Sonic original foi descontinuado nos EUA em 2020. A nova versão também não chegará ao mercado americano.
Mercedes Tem Um Plano Para Ressuscitar o S-Class Coupe, Via o Vision Iconic
Renders do Kolesa trazem de volta o coupé carro-chefe morto desde 2020, com a linguagem visual do Vision Iconic. A grade é o único detalhe que ainda merece discussão.
Vendas de NEVs no Varejo na China Caem 14% de 1 a 19 de Abril com Compradores Aguardando o Salão de Pequim
A penetração no varejo ainda chegou a 61,7%, mas os fabricantes estão desacelerando a produção das fábricas antes do Salão do Automóvel de Pequim.
VW ID. Buzz 2026 Ganha 335 CV, Tração Integral e Botões Reais no Volante — Não na América
A Volkswagen atualiza o ID. Buzz para a Europa com uma variante bimotor de 335 cv, botões físicos no volante, V2L e condução com um pedal. A América do Norte pula o ano-modelo 2026.
Bateria LFP Shenxing de Terceira Geração da CATL Carrega de 10% a 98% em 6 Minutos e 27 Segundos
A bateria LFP Shenxing de terceira geração da CATL registra um tempo de carga de 10-98% em 6 minutos e 27 segundos, superando o Golden Brick da Geely em mais de dois minutos.
BMW i3 e iX3 Long Wheelbase Chegam à China com Maçanetas Convencionais
A BMW lança o i3 e iX3 nas versões long wheelbase para a China, substituindo as maçanetas retráteis por unidades convencionais após preocupações de segurança, e anuncia mais de 1.000 km de autonomia CLTC para o i3L.
Hyundai Ioniq 3 N Entra em Jogo Enquanto o Kia EV3 GT Força a Mão
A Hyundai havia descartado o tratamento N para EVs de 400 volts. O Kia EV3 GT, na mesma base, encerrou silenciosamente essa posição.
IM Motors Confirmada no Brasil em 2026, Chegando Pelas Concessionárias MG Sem Rede Própria
A SAIC vai vender EVs da marca IM nas concessionárias MG no Brasil, o oposto do manual da Denza da BYD. O SUV cupê LS6 é o provável modelo de lançamento.
MINI no Auto China 2026: Personalização Como Identidade, Não Como Lista de Opcionais
14 veículos no estande, incluindo estreia mundial do Countryman x VAGABUND, estreia chinesa do JCW x DEUS The Skeg e estreia expositiva da Paul Smith Edition.
Facelift do BMW Série 7 2027 Traz Bateria de 112,5 kWh e Mais de 563 km de Autonomia no i7
O BMW Série 7 2027 recebe a maior atualização de meio de ciclo já realizada, com bateria de 112,5 kWh, mais de 563 km de autonomia e carga de 250 kW no i7, além da arquitetura elétrica Neue Klasse — e abandona silenciosamente a autonomia nível 3.
Ferrari Luce Pode Abrir em €550 Mil, Ficando Apenas Abaixo da F80
Quatro motores, mais de 986 cv, bateria de 122 kWh, 350 kW de carga, 530 km de autonomia. E um preço acima da 849 Testarossa.
Geely E2 derruba o BYD Dolphin Surf do topo do mercado de EVs da África do Sul
O Geely E2 chega com mais autonomia, mais potência e preço ligeiramente menor do que o BYD Dolphin Surf, mas com rede de concessionárias ainda em formação.
Cupra Raval no Reino Unido abre em £23.785 com quatro versões e plataforma MEB+
A Cupra lança o Raval no Reino Unido com quatro versões, baterias de 37 e 52 kWh e versão VZ com diferencial eletrônico de deslizamento limitado.
Marcas chinesas chegam a 9% do mercado europeu e planejam produção local
BYD, Geely e Leapmotor preparam fábricas na Europa enquanto a indústria local forma joint ventures reversas com parceiros chineses para aprender a construir EVs.
Smart Concept #2 Revelado: Sucessor do Fortwo Tem 300 km de Autonomia e Estreia em Paris
A Smart apresenta o Concept #2 em Pequim, antecipando um EV sucessor do Fortwo com 300 km de autonomia. O carro de produção estreia no Salão de Paris em outubro.
EV de 21 Mil Dólares da Dacia Flagrado na Europa Com DNA do Twingo e Cara de Sandero
O primeiro de quatro EVs da Dacia chega este ano abaixo de €18.000, construído na plataforma RGEV Small da Renault com 80 cv e 263 km de autonomia LFP.
Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo Estreia na China no Salão do Automóvel de Pequim 2026
A Xiaomi leva seu conceito Vision GT de 1.900 cv a Pequim no dia 24 de abril, após a revelação na MWC de Barcelona. Primeira marca chinesa no projeto Gran Turismo.
Facelift do Lexus NX 2027 Flagrado no Nurburgring como Refresh de Meio de Ciclo
Um Lexus NX 2027 reestilizado testa no Nürburgring com grade spindle revisada, novos DRLs duplos e entradas no estilo F Sport. Os powertrains são mantidos. O facelift existe porque o ciclo de atualização da plataforma Toyota venceu, e os clientes Lexus percebem quando um NX de três anos parece igual a um novo no showroom.
Grupo VW Revela ID. Aura T6, ID. Unyx 09, Audi E7X e Jetta X na Media Night de Pequim
O Grupo VW lançou quatro revelações exclusivas para a China antes do Salão de Pequim: SUV ID. Aura T6 (FAW-VW), sedã ID. Unyx 09 (JV Xpeng), AUDI E7X de série (SAIC) e o Jetta X Concept visando menos de 100.000 yuans. Vinte novos VEs este ano, 50 modelos eletrificados até 2030.
Pininfarina e JAS Motorsport Honda NSX Tensei: V6 Aspirado e Manual de Seis Marchas
Pininfarina e JAS Motorsport revelaram mais do restomod NSX Tensei na Milano Design Week. Distância entre eixos maior, balanço traseiro menor, trilha mais larga, faróis retráteis preservados. V6 aspirado com câmbio manual de seis velocidades. Sem turbos, sem híbrido, sem paddle shifters.
Alpha-N lança programa Corse de carbono para o BMW M2 Competition F87
O pacote completo inclui capô de carbono, defletores estilo GT3 RS, divisor, aerofólio traseiro e coilovers Ohlins TTX, com disponibilidade nos EUA via IND Distribution.
Ford Mustang Dark Horse T8-Spec Chega à Austrália por 99.400 USD em Edição de 250 Unidades
O Dark Horse T8-Spec da Ford Australia, desenvolvido pela Triple Eight, custa 99.400 USD e é entregue com o splitter dianteiro desmontado, pois o elemento aerodinâmico não é homologado. Os compradores australianos pagam cerca de 35% a mais que os americanos por 30 cv a menos.
Nissan e LiCAP Technologies concluem protótipo de bateria de estado sólido com 23 camadas
O processo de eletrodo seco elimina o solvente convencional, com linha-piloto ativa em Yokohama desde janeiro de 2025 e produção em série projetada para 2028.
Próxima geração do Toyota Corolla Cross terá dimensões do RAV4 e estreia prevista para 2028
O novo Corolla Cross usará a plataforma do Corolla de 13ª geração, software Arene e powertrains híbridos prioritários, com versão GR Sport confirmada.
Bovensiepen Zagato abre configurador a €369.495: 602cv, teto double bubble, 99 unidades
Baseado no BMW M4 Competition, o coupé Zagato aplica mais de 400 peças em carbono em 250 horas de trabalho. Produzido em Buchloe (ex-Alpina), com entrega prevista até Q4 de 2027.
BYD Shark 6 Performance bate o Ranger Raptor em potência e mira a capacidade off-road a seguir
Com 469cv e 700Nm supera o Raptor (405cv/583Nm), mas faltam diffs de bloqueio e caixa reduzida — hardware que já existe no Denza B5 da BYD. COO da BYD Australia cita parceria com Ironman 4x4 como caminho provável.
Protótipo do SUV elétrico de três fileiras cancelado pela Ford em 2024 aparece no LinkedIn
Doug Field publicou fotos do carro cancelado, agora veículo de pesquisa. Metas: 350+ milhas WLTP, 100 milhas em 6 min DC, 550 milhas em variante estendida — arquitetura 800V que informa a próxima plataforma EV da Ford.
Tornado EF1 danifica o Edifício 2 da Rivian em Normal, Illinois, sem feridos
O depósito de peças e logística do R2 sofreu danos na cobertura, mas a linha de produção principal do R1T e R1S não foi afetada pelo tornado de 177 km/h.
Nissan Frontier Pro PHEV chega à Europa como rebadge do Dongfeng Z9 por menos de €50.000
O powertrain PHEV entrega 402 cv e 135 km de autonomia elétrica, posicionando-se como alternativa ao Ford Ranger Raptor com preço estimado abaixo de €50.000.
Protótipo do Lamborghini Revuelto SV é flagrado com adesivos 'Attenzione Macchina Veloce'
O SV testa nas ruas com identificação inconfundível em vez de camuflagem. Rumores apontam 1.184cv, mas o histórico da marca sugere algo entre 1.050-1.080cv com pacote aerodinâmico e redução de peso significativa.
Hatano transforma o Renault Twingo em mini 911 Dakar safari por US$8.500
O preparador japonês vende kit de estilo em 20 unidades para o Twingo de terceira geração — escolha deliberada pelo motor e tração traseiros que justificam a silhueta alargada.
Honda fecha planta GAC e corta capacidade na China de 1,2 milhão para 720.000 unidades
Queda de 24% nas vendas em 2025 (647k unidades) torna insustentável manter seis fábricas abertas. Desconto de 100.000 yuan no Accord e:PHEV é liquidação, não marketing.
Hyundai Ioniq 3 estreia na Europa com 496 km WLTP e 11cv a menos no Long Range
O hatchback elétrico de 4.155mm usa plataforma E-GMP 400V com baterias de 42,2 ou 61 kWh. O Long Range tem 11cv a menos que o Standard Range — escolha deliberada de eficiência no ciclo WLTP.
BYD Sealion 05 estreia na China a partir de 96.000 yuan com versões EV e DM-i
SUV compacto elétrico e plug-in hybrid a partir de US$13.200, com bateria Blade nova geração, 272cv ou 326cv EV, e DM-i com 220 ou 305km CLTC elétrico.
Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC 2026 abre pedidos a US$108.485 com 795cv supercharged
O V8 de 5,2L supercharged entrega 795cv e 895Nm, batendo o Hellcat em 78cv. O Track Pack a US$144.985 adiciona freios cerâmico-carbono Brembo e pneus Michelin PSC2R.
Listagem falsa de G63 com oito rodas por US$285.000 usa imagens de IA com glifos de erro
Conta ucraniana no Instagram publicou um Mercedes-Benz G63 de oito rodas inexistente e um VW Passat R inventado com imagens geradas por IA e artefatos de tradução automática no texto.
Lynk & Co revela GT Concept no Salão de Pequim 2026 após Zeekr assumir 51% da marca
O conceito grand tourer elétrico estreia ao lado do Lynk & Co 10 e 10+, sinalizando expansão do portfólio além dos SUVs, com plataforma SEA da Geely como base provável.
BYD Sealion 05 2026: 630km CLTC, recarga flash em 5 minutos e bateria Blade 2 a partir de 97.900 yuan
EV de 119.900 yuan é o BYD mais barato com Blade 2 e stack de recarga megawatt. DM-i a 97.900 yuan tem 3,1L/100km com bateria baixa. LiDAR + God's Eye B disponível abaixo de US$20.000.
Nissan Tease SUV Elétrico Estilo Xterra e NX8 para o Auto China 2026
A Nissan leva dois concepts e o NX8 de produção ao Auto China 2026 em 23 de abril. O concept principal é um off-roader radical com silhueta de Xterra e grade totalmente fechada que sinaliza BEV — um layout que o Xterra V6 híbrido para os EUA não terá, pois a China é onde o segmento EV aventureiro realmente existe.
Jetta X Concept da VW Estreia em 21 de Abril como Pivô EV Quadrado para Sub-Marca Chinesa
A sub-marca Jetta da Volkswagen revela o concept Jetta X no VW Group Night em 21 de abril, seu primeiro produto visível após constituir uma empresa autônoma na China em janeiro. O SUV quadrado rompe com o legado sedã da Jetta e mira o segmento EV aventureiro dominado por Tank, Fang Cheng Bao e o próximo Geely Radar Horizon.
CATL Tech Day 21 de Abril: Bateria de Sódio e Carregamento Rápido em Resposta à BYD
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Estratégia EV da Mercedes nos EUA Migra para Plataformas Flexíveis Diante de Demanda Fraca
O CEO da Mercedes-Benz USA, Adam Chamberlain, confirmou que a marca abandonou plataformas EV dedicadas para o mercado americano. Três carros AMG de bateria e variantes elétricas do GLC, Classe E e Classe C compartilham plataformas flexíveis que também aceitam motorizações a gasolina e híbridas.
A Aston Martin Está Recorrendo de uma Derrota em Marca Registrada por um Emblema que a Geely Quer para um Táxi
A Aston Martin perdeu um caso de marca registrada no Reino Unido para a Geely por um emblema de cabeça de cavalo alado em 2023 e agora está recorrendo, em uma disputa que expõe a complexidade legal da participação de 17% da Geely na Aston Martin adquirida em 2024.
Nissan Xterra Retorna Abaixo de 40.000 USD Para Enfrentar o Ford Bronco
O CEO da Nissan Americas, Christian Meunier, confirmou que o Xterra renovado terá preço inicial abaixo de 40.000 USD, ficando abaixo do Ford Bronco (40.495 USD) e do Toyota 4Runner (41.870 USD). Construção body-on-frame com variantes V6 a gasolina e híbrido, produzido no Mississippi.
Mercedes Classe C Elétrico Estreia com 762 km de Autonomia e Motor Duplo de 482 cv
A Mercedes revelou o primeiro Classe C totalmente elétrico com bateria de 94 kWh, 762 km WLTP, 0-100 km/h em 3,9 s e MBUX Hyperscreen opcional de 99 cm. O carro persegue o BMW i3 Neue Klasse, que declara até 562 milhas WLTP.
BYD Yuan Plus Terceira Geração Adiciona Flash Charging de 1MW e um Problema de Tamanho
A terceira geração do BYD Yuan Plus chega com opções de bateria de 57,5 ou 68,5 kWh, flash charging de 1MW compatível com a própria rede da BYD, e um tamanho que cresceu de SUV de segmento B para perto das dimensões do Model Y.
Li Auto L9 Livis Estreia em Pequim com Chips M100 de 2.560 TOPS por 82.100 USD
O Li Auto L9 Livis estreia no Salão do Automóvel de Pequim em 24 de abril e é lançado em 15 de maio por 559.800 yuan. O trim flagship roda dois chips M100 de 5 nm desenvolvidos internamente com 2.560 TOPS combinados — cerca de três vezes a concorrência Nvidia Thor-U.
Geely Preface i-HEV Abre Pré-Vendas a 15.600 USD com Consumo de 3,98 l/100 km
A Geely abriu pré-vendas do Preface i-HEV a 107.700 yuan com 3,98 l/100 km WLTC, 308 cv de um motor 1.5 mais unidade híbrida 11-em-1, e sistema ADAS Qianli Haohan de 128 TOPS abaixo de 18.000 USD.
Chery Exeed EX7 Lança a Partir de 29.200 USD com Sistema de Freio EMB por Arame
A Chery lançou a segunda geração do Exeed EX7 a 199.800 yuan com seis versões entre EREV e BEV. O AWD Ultra usa um sistema de freio eletromecânico por arame de grau aeronáutico — o primeiro carro de varejo sem freio hidráulico abaixo de 40.000 USD no mundo.
Toyota Foi Vindicada na Estratégia de VEs Enquanto Honda e VW Recuam
A Toyota lança quatro VEs nos EUA este ano, enquanto Honda cancela modelos planejados e a VW encerra a produção do ID.4 nos EUA. A diferença entre quem foi rápido demais e quem manteve flexibilidade é medida em baixas contábeis.
Avaliação do Nissan Frontier Pro-4X 2026: Deliberadamente Descomplicado em um Segmento de Turbo e Touchscreen
O Frontier Pro-4X 2026 mantém um V6 aspirado, câmbio automático de nove marchas e controles físicos em um segmento que migrou para turbo e touchscreen. Para trilhas de terra, lama e subidas íngremes — onde a maioria dos compradores realmente dirige — o Pro-4X é mais que capaz e claramente menos estressante.
A GM Está Usando IA para Realizar Testes Virtuais em Túnel de Vento em Tempo Quase Real
A General Motors desenvolveu um sistema de IA capaz de prever o arrasto aerodinâmico a partir de renders digitais de veículos quase instantaneamente, comprimindo o que costumavam ser simulações de vários dias em uma ferramenta que os designers podem consultar durante os esboços.
A Nissan É o Caso Teste de Tarifas que Ninguém Queria: Sentra e Kicks São Fabricados no México
A Nissan fabrica o Sentra e o Kicks em sua fábrica em Aguascalientes, México, tornando ambos os modelos vítimas imediatas da tarifa de 25% dos EUA sobre veículos de origem mexicana, sem um caminho direto para absorver ou repassar o custo adicional.
Vendas de EVs da Ford Caem 70%. Vendas de EVs da Toyota Sobem 79%. Mesmo Trimestre.
As vendas de EVs nos EUA totalizaram 216.399 unidades no primeiro trimestre de 2026, queda de 27% ao ano, com Ford e Toyota movendo-se em direções opostas no que agora é um mercado que penaliza preços dependentes de subsídios.
Audi e SAIC Comprometem-se com Segunda Ofensiva na China com Mais Quatro EVs AUDI
A Audi e a SAIC assinaram um novo acordo em 17 de abril comprometendo-se com mais quatro EVs da marca AUDI para a China, além de um centro de inovação dedicado em Xangai, elevando o programa total para sete modelos.
A Seres Investe na Rede de Carregamento BMW-Mercedes na China, e É Sobre a Base de Clientes Aito
A Seres adquiriu uma participação igualitária de 33,3% na Ionchi em 17 de abril, juntando-se à BMW e à Mercedes-Benz na joint venture de carregamento premium que as duas marcas alemãs estabeleceram em 2024.
BYD Hits 16 Million NEVs in 120 Days With Denza D9 MPV
BYD produced its 16 millionth new-energy vehicle on April 17, a second-generation Denza D9 MPV, closing the gap from 15 million in 120 days at roughly one NEV every 10 seconds.
Beijing Auto Show 2026 Opens With 1451 Vehicles and 181 World Premieres
The 2026 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition opens April 24 with a record 380,000 square meter floor and the largest premiere count ever: 181 world debuts and 71 concept cars over 10 days.
GWM Haval Menglong Plus Opens Pre-Sales at 27800 USD With LiDAR and 255 km EV Range
Great Wall Motor opened pre-sales for the Haval Menglong Plus at 189,800 yuan, adding roof LiDAR, 255 km EV range, and a 330 kW Hi4 powertrain to the boxy PHEV SUV segment.
IM Motors LS8 EREV Launches With Four-Wheel Steer-by-Wire Option From 36600 USD
SAICs IM Motors launched the LS8 EREV SUV at 249,800 yuan, offering up to 523 hp, 1,605 km total range, and a 10,000-yuan four-wheel steer-by-wire option with 24 degrees of rear articulation.
Hongqi Tiangong 05 and 06 Launch With 800V Architecture From 23900 USD
Hongqi launched a new Tiangong sub-brand with two 800V EVs: a 05 sedan at 0.213 Cd with 650 km range and a 06 SUV with AR-HUD, both charging 10 to 80 percent in 12 minutes.
Zeekr 8X Launches at 45800 USD With 1380 HP Tri-Motor Hybrid
Zeekr launched the 8X in China at 329,800 yuan, with a tri-motor top trim producing 1,380 hp and 900V Haohan-S architecture targeting Li Auto and Aito in the premium family PHEV fight.
Trans Am Depot Bandit Edition Camaro With Burt Reynolds Signature Heads to Mecum
One of 77 Trans Am Depot Bandit Edition Camaros, a supercharged 7.4-liter V8 producing 840 hp with the Screaming Chicken hood and Burt Reynolds' signature on the dash, is heading to Mecum Auctions next month. Expect it to clear 120,000 USD given the signed dashboard and the dwindling supply of these coachbuild units.
Geely Galaxy Starshine 7 PHEV Starts at $15,600 With 230 km EV Range
Geely opened pre-sales for the Galaxy Starshine 7 PHEV sedan at 112,800 to 142,800 yuan ($15,600 to $19,700), targeting the BYD Qin L and Seal 06 with 230 km of EV range and a 5.4-second AWD variant.
BYD Han EV Adds Blade Battery 2.0 and 5-Minute Flash Charging
The revised BYD Han EV lands at Chinese dealers with Blade Battery 2.0, a 69.07 kWh LFP pack, 705 km CLTC range, and 10-70 percent charging in five minutes on BYD new megawatt network. Expected around 200,000 yuan.
Miami-Dade Waitress Buys 10 Cars in 8 Days on 2.16 Million USD Fake Salary
A Miami waitress allegedly bought ten vehicles in eight days on loan applications claiming a 180,000 USD monthly salary. Eight days is the window: credit bureaus take five to ten business days to aggregate new debt, and a determined straw buyer can load up before any single lender sees cumulative exposure. The case points to a network that includes dealership finance managers.
Hyundai N Performance Parts Land in US With 3,500 USD Spoiler and 811 USD Forged Wheels
Hyundai now sells N Performance Parts at select US dealerships for Elantra N and Ioniq 5 N. The catalog is cosmetic-first, with one set of 19-inch forged wheels as the only meaningful performance part. A 3,500 USD carbon spoiler on a 35,100 USD Elantra N is Hyundai testing whether N Line buyers will pay BMW M Performance prices.
Xpeng GX Opens Pre-Sales at $58,000 With Bosch Steer-by-Wire
Xpeng opened pre-sales for the GX at 399,800 yuan ($58,000) for both BEV and EREV, becoming the first production car with Bosch next-generation steer-by-wire and targeting Nio ES8 and Li L9 nine days before Auto China 2026.
Volkswagen ID. UNYX 08 Launches in China: Xpeng-Co-Developed SUV With 730 km CLTC Range
Volkswagen officially launched the ID. UNYX 08 in China, priced between 239,900 and 299,900 yuan. First VW production car built with Xpeng partnership — Turing chips, VLA 2.0 ADAS, 800V architecture, CATL LFP batteries up to 95 kWh for 730 km CLTC range. Dual-motor AWD delivers 496 hp combined.
BMW V12 LMR Heads to Beijing: the Only BMW Le Mans Winner on the Auto China 2026 Floor
BMW is bringing the 1999 V12 LMR — the only car in its history to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans outright — to Auto China 2026. The Williams-built prototype with a 6.0L S70/3 V12 and 342 km/h top speed on Mulsanne sits alongside the brand's new electric lineup, signaling BMW's investment in heritage storytelling for the Chinese market.
VW Group Night Beijing: Four World Premieres Preview Auto China 2026
Volkswagen Group confirmed its Beijing Media Night on April 21, featuring four world premieres across Jetta, VW ID. UNYX 08, FAW-VW ID. AURA, Audi E7X, and a new all-electric Porsche Cayenne. Ten models total from four brands, with AI-powered driving systems headlining.
Leapmotor D19 Launches: Triple-Motor BEV and 500 km EREV Flagship
Leapmotor officially launched the D19 flagship SUV today, priced between 219,800 and 269,800 yuan. A triple-motor BEV with sub-three-second 0-100 km/h sits alongside an 80.3 kWh EREV delivering 500 km of pure electric range. First model with dual Snapdragon 8797 SoCs and LiDAR as standard.
Greater Bay Technology leva celulas de bateria de estado solido para producao e mira veiculos em 2026
As celulas A-sample da GBT passaram nos testes de choque termico. O intervalo de densidade de energia de 260-500 Wh/kg e a carga rapida 2-3C sao as afirmacoes que precisam sobreviver a escala de producao.
2026 MG4 Adds Liquid-Solid-State Battery and Highway NOA Before Beijing Debut
The refreshed MG4 arrives with semi-solid-state battery option, Horizon Robotics L2+ NOA, Doubao 3.0 AI, and an upgraded interior - unveiled April 15 ahead of Auto China 2026.
Hongqi P567: 620 kW EREV Off-Roader with 1,350 km Range Debuts in Beijing
The Hongqi P567 brings four electric motors, 831 hp, differential locks, and a boxy body to Beijing's Auto Show - Hongqi's bet on China's booming off-road EREV market.
Porsche Cayenne Electric World Premiere in Beijing: 1,156 hp Turbo Variant, 400 kW Charging
Porsche's all-electric Cayenne makes its global debut at Auto China 2026. The range spans 408 hp base to 1,156 hp Turbo. Shared 113 kWh battery, 800V architecture, 390-400 kW peak DC charging (10-80 percent in 16 minutes). Air suspension, rear-wheel steering, and torque vectoring standard. Deliveries start end of summer 2026.
Leapmotor Lafa 5 Ultra Brings LiDAR NOA and Sport Aero Under 150,000 Yuan
Leapmotor launches the Lafa 5 Ultra at Beijing's Auto Show on April 24 - sportier aero, 180 kW motor, dual-chip LiDAR NOA, and 8-point massage targeting family EV buyers.
AUDI E7X Beijing Debut: 671 hp Dual-Motor, 109 kWh Battery, 751 km CLTC
AUDI's second China-exclusive production model debuts at Auto China 2026 on April 24. The E7X electric SUV measures 5,049 mm, offers RWD 402 hp or AWD 671 hp (0-100 km/h in 3.97s), runs Momenta Flywheel ADAS with roof LiDAR, and uses the SAIC-co-developed Advanced Digitized Platform. CATL batteries up to 109.3 kWh for 751 km CLTC.
FAW-Volkswagen ID. AURA T6: First Pure EV on CEA Platform Debuts at Auto China 2026
FAW-Volkswagen unveiled the ID. AURA T6, a midsize electric SUV that is the first production vehicle on the new China Electronic Architecture (CEA) platform. Co-developed by VW and Xpeng, CEA reduces ECU count by 30 percent vs MEB. The T6 integrates Carizon ADAS and is VW's first pure EV with roof-mounted LiDAR.
BMW Motorrad R 1300 R and R 1300 RT Head to Auto China 2026 Beijing
BMW Motorrad is bringing the new R 1300 R roadster and R 1300 RT sport-tourer to Auto China 2026, both powered by the 1,300cc liquid-cooled boxer that debuted in the R 1300 GS. 145 hp for the R roadster, full sport-touring package and Connected Ride navigation for the RT. Part of BMW Motorrad's largest China push in a decade.
BMW Concept Speedtop Heads to Beijing: M8-Based Shooting Brake, 70 Units, 500,000 Euros
The BMW Concept Speedtop — a coachbuilt M8-based shooting brake limited to 70 hand-built units at 500,000 euros each — is heading to Auto China 2026 for its Chinese debut. Built at Dingolfing starting late 2026, all 70 units already allocated. BMW's entry into the Chinese high-end collector conversation.
BYD Abre Pedidos do Denza Z9 GT na Europa por Três Vezes o Preço Chinês
A Denza chegou à Europa na Ópera de Paris com Daniel Craig. O Z9 GT EV parte de €115.000 na Alemanha, logo abaixo do Porsche Panamera — e três vezes o preço de 269.800 yuans praticado na China. Pedidos abertos em cinco países, com expansão para 30 até o final de 2026.
Volkswagen ID. Aura T6 Is a Chinese EV Built to Beat China at Its Own Game
VW's ID. Aura T6 debuts April 24 on a CEA platform co-developed with Xpeng, with LiDAR, Carizon ADAS, and AI cockpit software built specifically for Chinese buyers.
BYD Sealion 08: Ocean Flagship SUV Debuts at Beijing Auto Show
BYD's three-row Ocean flagship arrives with Blade Battery 2.0, 480+ kW, and over 1,000 km electric range. Full debut at Auto China 2026 on April 24.
BMW i3 Long Wheelbase NA8: Four-Variant China Sedan Debuts at Auto China 2026
BMW confirmed the i3 Long Wheelbase (codename NA8) for Auto China 2026, a China-specific Neue Klasse electric sedan with four variants ranging from 30L to the 630 hp M60L xDrive. Built at Shenyang from August 2026, 800V architecture, 400 kW DC charging, and up to 750 km WLTP range.
BYD Yangwang U8L Four-Seat Version Targets Maybach at Beijing Show
Yangwang's ultra-luxury four-seat U8L debuts April 24, priced above $179,400 and aiming directly at the Maybach GLS 600 with flash charging and quad-motor drive.
BMW 7 Series and i7 Facelift Debut April 22 in Beijing: iDrive X and Rimac Batteries
BMW confirmed the 2027 7 Series and i7 facelift global debut on April 22 in Beijing, the eve of Auto China 2026. The i7 gets a new Gen6 battery co-developed with Rimac Technology using 4695 cylindrical cells (20% higher energy density). The combustion 7 Series inherits iDrive X with DeepSeek integration for China.
Smart #6 EHD: 320 kW PHEV Sedan with 2,000W Sennheiser Audio Heads to Beijing
Smart's largest model yet - a 4,906 mm PHEV sedan with 285 km electric range, 429 hp combined, and a 20-speaker Sennheiser system - debuting at Auto China 2026.
Zeekr 007 Refresh: 900V, 784 HP, NVIDIA Thor-U, April 10 Launch
Zeekr upgrades the 007 sedan to 900V architecture with 585 kW dual-motor AWD, NVIDIA DRIVE Thor-U chip, and 905 km range. Pre-sales April 2, launch April 10.
VW ID. ERA 9X: Volkswagen First EREV Starts Pre-Sales at $47,715
Volkswagen enters the extended-range EV market with the ID. ERA 9X, a 5.2-meter six-seat SUV with dual-motor AWD, 1,611 km mixed range, and a 1.5L EA211 range extender. Pre-sales open in China, market entry April 25.
Chery QQ3 EV Launches at $8,540: 57,000 Orders in Two Hours
Chery revives the QQ nameplate with a sub-$9K electric hatchback. 56,879 orders in two hours, 420 km range, V2L, Snapdragon 8155 cockpit. Four trims from 58,900 to 78,900 yuan.
Leapmotor B10 Hybrid EV: 900 km Range, €29,900 in Europe
Leapmotor prices its C-segment crossover at €29,900 with a 1.5L range extender, 86 km electric range, and 900 km combined. Stellantis dealer network, Qualcomm 8155 interior, and seven airbags standard.
BMW iX3 Long Wheelbase: Neue Klasse Goes China-First with 900 km Range
BMW stretches the Neue Klasse platform by 108 mm for its first long-wheelbase electric SAV. 800V architecture, 900+ km CLTC range, 400 kW charging, and 70% locally developed software with Alibaba and DeepSeek AI. World premiere at Auto China 2026.
What to Expect at Auto China 2026: The World's Biggest Auto Show
Beijing hosts 380,000 m² of exhibition space, 6,000+ exhibitors, and world premieres from BMW, Smart, and Volkswagen. Here's everything confirmed so far.
XPeng Mona M03 2026: 750 TOPS Turing Chip for Under $18K
XPeng refreshes its best-selling Mona M03 with the in-house Turing AI chip delivering 750 TOPS, adaptive damping, and 640 km of range. Starting at 119,800 yuan, it launches April 2.
AMG GT Black Series Returns as GT3 Homologation Special
Mercedes-AMG confirms the most radical Black Series ever, developed alongside the next GT3 race car. Flat-plane crank V8, active aero from the AMG One.
Leapmotor C10 AWD Sports+: 590 HP for AU$53,888 in Australia
Twin-motor C10 delivers 590 hp and Huracan-matching torque. 81.9 kWh LFP battery, 272 mi WLTP range, 800V architecture. Undercuts every rival.
BYD Registrations Jump 162% in Europe, Beating Tesla Again
BYD registered 17,954 units in February vs Tesla's 17,664. Year-to-date lead: 36,196 to 25,739. Growth curve shows no sign of slowing.
BYD and Chery Target 20+ Dealerships in Canada Starting Toronto
BYD plans 20 branded dealerships in year one, starting in Toronto. Canada's new 24,500-unit quota at 6.1% duty makes the push viable.
Novitec Revuelto: Carbon Aero, Inconel Exhaust, Diablo Purple
Novitec's first Revuelto package adds carbon aero, Vossen wheels, and an exhaust available in Inconel with optional gold plating. Diablo SE 30 tribute color.
Toyota Reproduces Mk4 Supra Dashboard Through GR Heritage Parts
GR Heritage Parts program tackles the A80 Supra's most common interior failure. Modern materials, original grain pattern, autumn 2026 release in Japan.
Subaru Three-Row EV Debuts in New York with 420 HP
Subaru's fourth Toyota-shared EV arrives April 1 at the NY Auto Show. 420 hp, likely based on the redesigned Highlander platform. Up to 320 miles range.
Audi Ur-Quattro Restomod Gets RS4 V8, Supercharger, 600+ HP
Audacious Automotive swaps a supercharged 4.2L RS4 V8 into the Ur-Quattro. Manual gearbox, S1-inspired body, 250 kg lighter. Starting at $466,000.
Luxeed R7 and S7 Updated with Huawei 896-Channel LiDAR
Huawei-backed Luxeed refreshes both models just 7 months after last update. ADS 4 standard, new colors. V9 MPV arriving in stores late April.
Stelato S9 and S9T Get 896-Channel LiDAR, 800V Charging
Huawei-BAIC brand updates sedan and wagon just 4 months after last refresh. 100 kWh battery, 800+ km range BEV, EREV with 1.5T range extender.
Aito M6 Pre-Sales Open at 269,800 Yuan, M7 and M8 Updated
Huawei-Seres brand launches M6 SUV with 800V platform, 100 kWh CATL battery, 760 km range. M7 and M8 get 896-channel LiDAR upgrades.
Shangjie Z7 Pre-Sales at 229,800 Yuan: Huawei vs Xiaomi Begins
SAIC-Huawei brand prices Z7 coupe just 100 yuan below Xiaomi SU7. 800V, up to 905 km range, 582 hp dual-motor. First Huawei-Xiaomi head-to-head.
NIO 5th-Gen Battery Swap Stations: 20% More Capacity, Firefly Compatible
NIO begins testing 5th-gen swap stations in late March. 20% capacity boost, multi-wheelbase support for Firefly to ES9, 1,000+ new stations targeted in 2026.
C8 Corvette Grand Sport Returns With 6.7L LS6 V8 at Sebring
Chevrolet revives the Grand Sport with a new 6.7L LS6 V8 producing around 550 hp, widebody standard, and a rumored 721 hp hybrid Grand Sport X variant.
XPeng Enters Mexico on March 25 With G6 and G9 SUVs
XPeng's first Latin American market launches March 25 with G6 and G9 SUVs. 2026 target: double overseas sales. 2030 goal: 70%+ profit from international.
BYD Atto 3 Evo UK: 309 HP From £38,990, Dual-Motor AWD at £42,730
BYD prices the Atto 3 Evo for UK: 74.8 kWh Blade Battery, 220 kW DC charging, 316 mi range. AWD Excellence at £42,730 does 0-62 in 3.9s. Orders April 2.
Leapmotor Opens Munich R&D Hub as Exports Surpass 100,000 Units
Stellantis-backed Leapmotor opens Munich design center. 2025: 596,555 deliveries (+103%), 67K exports. 2026 target: 1M+ deliveries. B10 production Oct 2026.
NIO Confirms Battery Pack Supply to McLaren Using 4680 Cells
William Li confirms NIO supplies 4680-cell battery packs to McLaren for hybrid models. Connected through shared Abu Dhabi ownership via L'imad Holding.
2026 Xiaomi SU7 Deliveries Start March 23: 15,000 Orders in 34 Minutes
Xiaomi begins SU7 deliveries March 23. 15K orders in 34 min, 219,900 yuan start, 15,600 yuan below Model 3. Stock fell 8.59% on margin concerns.
XPeng Q4 Earnings: First Net Profit, 1M Turing Chips Targeted, Humanoid Robots by Year-End
XPeng posts first net profit (380M yuan). Turing chips: 200K+ shipped, 1M target 2026. Humanoid robot mass production end 2026. Four new models launching.
Li Auto Rolls Off 80,000th i6 SUV as 2026 Delivery Target Hits 490,000
The i6, launched September 2025 at 249,800 yuan, reaches its 80,000th unit while Li Auto targets 20% delivery growth and preps the i9 flagship for H2 2026.
Hyundai and GM to Build Mid-Size Pickups on Colorado Platform in Brazil
GM's GMT 31XX platform will underpin a redesigned Chevy S10 and Hyundai's first mid-size pickup, manufactured in São Paulo for Latin America from 2028.
XPeng Posts First-Ever Net Profit as Gross Margin Hits 21.3%
XPeng's Q4 2025 GAAP net profit of 380 million yuan marks the company's first profitable quarter, driven by 21.3% gross margin and 121.9% services revenue growth.
Lynk & Co 10: 925 HP Electric Sedan on 900V Platform Arrives Q2
Geely's premium brand launches a 5,050 mm sedan with dual-motor 925 hp, 900V charging (10-60% in 13 min), and Nvidia Thor chip at 700 TOPS.
Hyundai Casper Electric Gets Leather and Kevlar in New Lounge Trim
Hyundai's smallest EV adds genuine leather, Kevlar cone speakers, and exclusive Glow Mint paint. At $13,400 after Seoul subsidies, the premium micro-SUV math works.
NIO Delivers 80,000th Third-Gen ES8 as Q1 Guidance Hits 83,000 Units
NIO hits 80K ES8 deliveries in 22 days from 70K. ES8 = 54% of Feb sales. First GAAP profit in Q4 2025. March guidance: 32-35K units (2x YoY).
Geely Galaxy Cruiser 700: Tri-Motor Body-on-Frame SUV with Crab Walk
Geely's first off-road SUV combines body-on-frame construction, tri-motor 4WD with AI mode switching, 800 mm wading depth, and roof-mounted LiDAR.
Smart #6: A Brand Known for Two-Seaters Builds an E-Class-Sized Sedan
The Smart #6 EHD is 4,906 mm long, produces 429 hp from a NordThor hybrid system, and claims 1,810 km total CLTC range. It is also shaped like a shark.
NIO Firefly Special Edition: 166 Units in Newborn Green at $19,990
NIO's compact brand launches a 166-unit special edition at 137,800 yuan to revive slowing sales. Feb deliveries down 5.34% MoM to 2,657 units.
Porsche 911 Dakar vs. the Dolomites: Six Passes, 480 HP, and Road Salt
Stefan Bogner took the rally-bred 911 through Gardena, Falzarego, Giau, Pordoi, and Sella in winter. 300 strangers stopped to stare.
BAIC's Sodium-Ion Battery Charges Fully in 11 Minutes at 170 Wh/kg
BAIC's prismatic sodium-ion cells achieve 4C charging, retain 92% energy at -20°C, and survive 200% overcharge without fire. No vehicle application yet.
NIO ET9 Gets Two New Limited Editions (199 Units Each) as Sales Stall
NIO releases two 199-unit ET9 Horizon themes at 818,000 yuan. Cumulative ET9 deliveries: 2,722 units. Feb 2026: 64 units, down from April 2025 peak of 810.
China NEV Sales Set to Rebound to 900,000 Units in March
CPCA estimates a 94% month-on-month surge from February's holiday-depressed 464,000 units, with NEV penetration recovering to 52.9%.
2026 Volvo EX30 Relaunches in China at $23,200 After Battery Recall
Three trims from 159,800 to 209,800 yuan, a new entry-level RWD Plus, and the shadow of a 40,000-unit global battery recall hanging over the relaunch.
Honda N-Van Gets Turbo Flagship Trim and Digital Dash for 2026
Japan's kei van gains a turbocharged 660cc engine (63 hp), a 7-inch digital cluster from the N-Box, and USB-C. Prices span $9,500 to $14,400.
NIO In-House Chip Production Exceeds 550,000 Units
NIO's Yangjian LiDAR chip (400K+) and NX9031 5nm driving chip (150K+) total 550K+ units. Target: 35-40% domestic semiconductors by 2027.
2026 Xiaomi SU7 Launched: Dragon Chassis, 680 HP Max, 15,000 Orders in 34 Minutes
Three variants from $31,870, LiDAR and Nvidia Thor standard on all trims, 800V architecture, and 902 km range on the Pro with LFP cells.
Aistaland GT7: Huawei-Backed Taycan Rival From $33,400
GAC-backed brand joins Huawei's HIMA alliance with an 800V electric estate at one-quarter the Taycan's price. Up to three motors, Beijing show debut in April.
Fiat 600 Petrol: 100 HP Turbo Three-Cylinder and a 2,000-Unit Street Edition
Fiat adds a 1.0T petrol option with VGT and 350-bar injection to the 600 lineup, plus a blacked-out Street launch edition limited to 2,000 units.
VW Multivan T7 Facelift: New Face, Matte Paint, and Hidden Interior Upgrades
Redesigned bumper, first-ever matte paint option, enlarged infotainment with simplified menus, and the 241 hp eHybrid 4Motion with 59-mile electric range.
Hyundai Deploys 8 XCIENT Hydrogen Trucks in Uruguay: South America's First
The Kahirós Project pairs 180 kW fuel cell trucks with a $40M green hydrogen infrastructure including a 4.8 MW solar park and electrolysis plant.
Xiaomi YU7 GT: 990 HP SUV With 705 km Range and 300 km/h Top Speed
Regulatory filings reveal Xiaomi's performance SUV: dual-motor 738 kW, 101.7 kWh battery, 2,460 kg curb weight, and Nürburgring testing credentials.
XPeng GX Enters Mass Production With Bosch Steer-by-Wire at Sub-$72,000
The six-seat full-size SUV is the first production vehicle under 500,000 yuan with L4-capable steering, 430 kW dual motors, and 5C ultra-fast charging.
Audi E7X: 671 HP, 751 km Range, and Built Entirely in China
The SAIC-Audi E7X is a full-size electric SUV with CATL cells, 3.97s to 100 km/h, and a design that shares nothing with any European Audi.
Geely Targets China's #1 Spot in 2026 With 3.45M Vehicle Sales Goal
Revenue up 25% to 345.2B yuan, Zeekr 9X at 40% profit margin, 750K overseas target, and 50,000 megawatt fast-charging stations planned in five years.
Chery Exeed EX7 Opens Blind Orders With Aviation-Grade EMB Braking
EREV and BEV variants with up to 726 km range, dual motors (123+230 kW), and electronic-mechanical braking as the differentiator for overseas markets.
Chery Targets 1,500 km Range With 600 Wh/kg Solid-State Battery
Chery unveils 600 Wh/kg solid-state battery (1,500+ km range, 2027 testing) and 1,200 kW liquid battery. 2025: 2.6M deliveries, $2.77B profit.
XPeng Cuts P7 Entry Price to $29,650, Adds Tiered AI Chip Options
XPeng drops P7 starting price 16K yuan to 203,800 yuan. Tiered Turing chips: 1/2/3 at increasing cost. Feb deliveries collapsed to 681 units from Sep peak of 8,110.
NIO's Chip Unit Pitches 700+ TOPS M97 to Leapmotor and Geely
Shenji and Axera co-developed the 700+ TOPS M97 chip, now being pitched to Leapmotor and Geely. Lower-end 9031e also planned. Q3 2026 release.
Porsche 963 Runs Mobil 1 Heritage Livery at Sebring After 30-Year Partnership
Both Porsche Penske Motorsport 963 prototypes race in Mobil 1 colors at the 12 Hours of Sebring, celebrating three decades from the 1996 Le Mans GT1 entries.
BMW i3 Neue Klasse: 463 HP, 708 km Range, 400 kW Charging
The second Neue Klasse model brings 800V architecture, sixth-gen eDrive cell-to-pack, panoramic iDrive, and 249 miles added in 10 minutes of charging.
2027 Renault Duster Launches in India From $11,400 With Hybrid Sold Out
Three FWD powertrains, India-specific design, pricing from ₹10.49 lakh, and the 1.8L hybrid variant sold out for the entire year within days.
NIO Partners With Tuhu to Integrate Aftermarket Services for 150M Users
NIO and China's largest auto service platform (150M+ users) partner on lifecycle services. Main NIO brand only, excluding Onvo and Firefly.
DS N°7: 460-Mile Electric Range, Night Vision, and a €64,200 Price Tag
DS replaces its compact crossover with the N°7 on STLA Medium. Three EV options up to 460 miles WLTP, night vision, and a hybrid at €64,200.
Buick Encasa EV: 646 HP Electric Minivan With 640 kW Charging, China Only
Buick's Chinese luxury minivan packs 646 hp, 900V architecture, 640 kW peak charging (10-80% in 11.5 min), and lounge seating at 489,900 yuan.
Inside Porsche's Battery Module Factory in Slovakia: 11 Stages, 32 Cells
The 40,200 sqm Horná Streda facility combines 32 cells into modules through laser welding, foam application, and cloud-archived traceability testing.
2027 Chrysler Pacifica Facelift: New Face, Same Decade-Old Interior
Chrysler refreshes the Pacifica's front end but leaves the cabin untouched after a decade. Limited FWD drops to $49,705, Pinnacle to $54,910.
BYD Stock Jumps 7.8% on 100,000-Unit Orders From Argentina and Mexico
BYD surges on 100K vehicle orders (50K Argentina, 50K Mexico). Brazil plant: 150K current capacity, targeting 600K. 2026 overseas target: 1.3M vehicles.
BYD Plans 1,500 kW Flash Chargers for Europe, Starting Within Weeks
BYD brings 1,500 kW flash-charging stations to Europe. Denza Z9GT Paris debut April 8. 20,000 stations targeted in China by end 2026.
BMW M3 Touring 24H: From April Fools' Joke to Nürburgring Grid Slot
BMW M Motorsport turned a viral social media post into a real race car. The M3 Touring 24H shares the M4 GT3 EVO's mechanicals in a wagon body, 200 mm longer and 32 mm taller.
VW ID. Cross Previewed in Amsterdam: Electric Compact SUV From €28,000
Five seats, three power levels (85-155 kW), two battery sizes (37-52 kWh), and a starting price that undercuts most EV competitors. Autumn 2026 launch.
Hyundai Installs 400 kW N Hyper Chargers at the Nürburgring
Two ultra-fast chargers at the Tourist Drive entrance, free for N owners from April 2026, open to all EV brands, IONIQ 5 N 10-80% in 18 minutes.
Hyundai, Kia and NVIDIA Expand Partnership for L2-L4 Autonomous Driving
NVIDIA DRIVE Hyperion platform integrated into select models, Motional leveraging L4 robotaxi capabilities, and a fleet data feedback loop for continuous AI training.
2026 Audi S5 Avant Review: 362 HP, 2,040 kg, and the Case Against SUVs
First-gen S5 Avant tested in Australia: 3.0T V6 with 48V mild-hybrid, 4.5s to 100, 1,396L cargo, and a 40% gap between claimed and real fuel economy.
Lexus LM500h Gets Puddle Lights, 60W USB-C, and Quieter Tires for 2026
Incremental 2026 refresh for Lexus's $100K+ luxury minivan: new puddle lights, redesigned fridge dividers, 60W USB-C, and quieter tires. Pricing up ¥200K.
Mazda BT-50 Adds Thunder and Boss Trims for 2026 in Australia
Adventure-focused Thunder at AU$78,400 and value Boss at AU$60,220 both get the 3.0L turbodiesel and 4x4 standard on the Isuzu D-Max platform.
Avatr 06T: 955 HP Electric Wagon With Range-Extender Option
Chinese shooting brake packs tri-motor 955 hp BEV and a 1.6T range-extender variant on a 2,940 mm wheelbase. Wagons aren't dead, just relocated.
First VW-XPeng EV Enters Production: ID.UNYX 08 With 1,500 TOPS
VW ID.UNYX 08 starts production at Anhui plant. 5,000 mm SUV, 800V, CATL LFP, XPeng VLA driving, 1,500 TOPS. First commercial use of XPeng's Turing chip.
BYD Weighs Canada Plant and Legacy Automaker Buyout for Overseas Push
BYD studying Canadian plant (full ownership preferred) and legacy automaker acquisitions. Feb exports hit 100,600 units, surpassing domestic sales.
BYD Song Ultra EV: 270 kW, 710 km Range, 1,500 kW Flash Charging From $22,510
BYD's first mid-size Dynasty EV launches March 26. 270 kW motor, 620/710 km range, flash charging 10-97% in 9 min. From 155,000 yuan.
China NEV Market Feb 2026: BYD Leads at 19.1%, Tesla Returns to Top 10
Feb 2026 NEV rankings: BYD 88,697 (19.1%), Geely 76,636 (16.5%), Tesla 38,206 (8.2%, +42.7% YoY). Tesla rebounds from Jan absence with 106.7% MoM surge.
CATL Holds 49.1% of China Battery Market in Feb 2026, LG Surges in Ternary
CATL: 49.1% overall (12.9 GWh), BYD: 13.56%. LG surges +21.72 pts in ternary to 24.86%. BYD's LFP share drops 5.11 pts ahead of Gen 2 Blade rollout.
XPeng's Flying Car Unit Aridge Secures $200M, Plans Hong Kong IPO
Aridge raises ~$200M ($1B total). Assembly line: 1 aircraft/30 min. Land Aircraft Carrier: 800V, 1,000+ km range, under 2M yuan. HK IPO with JPMorgan/MS.
BYD Fang Cheng Bao Tai 3 Gets Flash Charging, Tai 7 Opens Pre-Orders
Tai 3 flash edition from 153,800 yuan: 10-70% in 5 min, 620 km RWD / 565 km AWD. Tai 7 pre-orders: 220-250K yuan, 755 km max range.
BMW M4 M Legacy Edition: 40 Units, Three Heritage Colors, Canada Only
BMW marks 40 years of the M3 coupe with 40 Canada-exclusive M4 units in Laguna Seca Blue, Velvet Blue, or Imola Red II. From CAD$115,500.
Toyota GR Yaris Type 26: Pro-Driver Steering Wheel and Race Tires
2026 GR Yaris gets a pro-driver-designed steering wheel, revised EPS calibration, and optional Bridgestone Potenza Race tires on BBS wheels. 300 hp unchanged.
Rivian R2 Unveiled: 656 HP Performance From $57,990, Base Under $45K in 2027
Four trims spanning $45K to $58K, 330-mile range on the Performance, and a two-year rollout strategy that leads with the halo model.
Tesla Showcases Gen 3 Humanoid Robot at Shanghai AWE, Mass Production End 2026
Tesla displays Gen 3 Optimus at AWE 2026 Shanghai. Mass production end 2026, 1M/year long-term. Discontinuing Model S/X to free factory space for robots.
Ferrari Amalfi Spider: 631 HP Twin-Turbo V8 Convertible From $283,000
Ferrari's entry-level convertible replaces the Roma Spider with 20 more hp, a 3.3-second sprint, and a fabric roof that opens in 13.5 seconds.
Subaru WRX AWD Club Spec Evo: 75 Units, Manual Only, Sunrise Yellow
Australia-only 75-unit WRX special: 271 hp boxer turbo, six-speed manual, STI dampers, Recaros, and Sunrise Yellow paint at AU$63,190.
MG 4X: 317 Miles From a 54 kWh Semi-Solid-State Battery
MG's compact electric SUV uses semi-solid-state cells (5% liquid electrolyte) for 510 km range from under 54 kWh. Curb weight: 1,485 kg.
VW Names ID.3 Successor 'Neo' and Adds LFP Battery, V2L, One-Pedal Driving
The ID.3 Neo debuts mid-April with new APP 350 motor, 58 kWh LFP pack (+40 km range), V2L at 3.6 kW, and physical steering wheel buttons.
Jim Farley Confirms Mustang Manual: 'Out of Our Cold, Dead Hands'
Ford CEO confirms the six-speed manual stays in the Mustang V8 GT, positioning the stick shift as brand identity while competitors drop theirs.
Audi A6L: Longer Wheelbase Than an A8, Half the Price, China Only
New A6L for China: 5,142 mm long, 3,066 mm wheelbase (68 mm longer than A8), Huawei ADAS, from 323,000 yuan ($47K). Three powertrains up to 362 hp V6.
MG S9: Seven-Seat PHEV SUV Undercuts VW Tayron by £10,000
MG's first seven-seater starts at £34,205 in the UK with a 1.5T PHEV (295 hp, 62 mi EV range), undercutting VW Tayron by £10K+ and Skoda Kodiaq by £8K.
2027 Ford Super Duty Expands Tremor Package to All Models and Crew Cabs
Ford extends the Tremor off-road package to STX and 176-inch Crew Cab models with 35-inch tires. Platinum trim now available on F-350/450/550 Chassis Cabs.
Mercedes VLE: 435-Mile Electric Minivan With 800V, 8K Rear Screen
Mercedes unveils the VLE electric 'grand limousine': 272-409 hp, 115 kWh battery, 700+ km WLTP range, 8K 31.3-inch rear screen, 2027 US launch.
BYD Linghui e7: Flash-Charging Ride-Hailing EV in 127 Chinese Cities
BYD's fleet sub-brand Linghui equips the e7 with 9-min flash charging. 450/550 km range, 100-130 kW motors. Display vehicles in 127 cities.
Audi RS3 Competition Limited: 750 Units, Three-Way Coilovers, Ceramic Brakes
Audi marks 50 years of the five-cylinder with a 750-unit RS3: three-way adjustable coilovers, ceramic brakes, reduced firewall insulation. From €108,365.
Dacia Striker: Crossover Wagon With Hybrid 4x4, Under €25,000
Dacia's largest model is a 4.62 m crossover wagon with hybrid 4x4 and LPG options under €25K. CMF-B platform, Turkey production, June 2026 launch.
BYD Explores F1 Entry After Yangwang U9 Breaks Nürburgring EV Record
Bloomberg: BYD exploring F1 and WEC entry. Yangwang U9 holds Nürburgring EV record (6:59.157) and global EV speed record (472.41 km/h). F1 costs: ~$500M/season.
XPeng VLA 2.0 Test Drives Launch March 11 Across 732 Stores
XPeng opens VLA 2.0 demos at 732 stores. 23% efficiency gain, 76% on narrow roads. Full Ultra rollout late March, OTA for others in April. 2026 target: 550-600K.
Porsche Cayenne S Electric: 657 HP on Launch Control, $126,300
New mid-tier electric Cayenne: 536 hp standard / 657 hp Launch Control, 113 kWh battery, 400 kW charging (10-80% in 16 min). Orders open, late summer delivery.
Toyota bZ7: Full-Size Electric Sedan From $26,000 in China With Huawei Tech
Toyota's bZ7 starts at 179,800 yuan ($26K) in China with Huawei HarmonyOS, 277 hp, and up to 710 km CLTC range. 4.6x cheaper than a Model S.
XPeng G6 Extended-Range: 1,704 km Combined Range, 5C Charging, From $27,080
XPeng adds a 1.5T range extender to the G6: 430 km electric + 1,704 km combined. 800V 5C charging (314 km in 12 min). Tiered Turing chips up to 2,250 TOPS.
BYD Great Tang: 784 HP, 950 km Range, 10-97% in 9 Minutes
BYD flagship SUV: 1000V Super e platform, dual-motor 784 hp, 950 km CLTC range, 9-minute 10-97% charge at 1,500 kW stations. From 400,000 yuan.
Honda Revives Insight Name for China-Built EV in Japan, 3,000 Units/Year
Honda rebadges the e:NS2 as Insight for Japan: 201 hp, 68.8 kWh CATL battery, 311 miles WLTC. Target: 3,000 units/year in a sub-2% EV market.
Cupra Born Facelift: Physical Buttons Return, 372-Mile Range, 322 HP VZ
Cupra facelifts the Born with real steering wheel buttons, shark-nose styling, and three powertrains from 187 to 322 hp. Up to 600 km range.
Lotus Eletre 'For Me' PHEV: 939 HP, 6C Charging, 870-Mile Range
Lotus adds a 2.0T engine to the Eletre's 900V system for 939 hp total, 6C charging (30-80% in 8 min), and 870+ miles of combined range.
VinFast Lac Hong 800S and 900S: Tri-Motor Luxury Targeting Rolls-Royce
VinFast unveils 617 hp tri-motor luxury SUV and sedan with gold-plated accents, targeting Rolls-Royce and Maybach. 2027 launch, pricing TBA.
Volvo Ramps Up EX60 Production After 3,000+ Swedish Orders in One Month
European order intake outpaces the EX30's early numbers. Torslanda may skip its summer shutdown for the first time in Volvo history.
Toyota bZ4X Touring: 734 km Range, 4.5s 0-100, and 28-Min Cold Charging
The new bZ4X Touring launches in Japan with 280 kW output, 74.69 kWh battery, 619L cargo, and rapid charging validated at -10°C.
Toyota RAV4 PHEV: 150 km Electric Range and 7 Days of Emergency Power
The new RAV4 PHEV produces 329 PS, covers 150 km on battery alone, and can power a household for up to 7 days. GR SPORT variant included.
Audi RS5 Leaks as Plug-In Hybrid V6 in Sedan and Avant Body Styles
The RS5 replaces the RS4 with a twin-turbo 2.9L V6 PHEV. Both sedan and Avant confirmed, competing with BMW M3 and AMG C63 S.
Ferrari Luce: 1,000 HP Electric GT Designed by Jony Ive, Full Reveal May 2026
Ferrari names its first EV the Luce. Four motors, 1,000 hp, interior by Jony Ive LoveFrom studio. Full exterior reveal in Rome, May 2026.
Xiaomi YU7 GT Filed With 990 HP Dual Motors and 300 km/h Top Speed
Xiaomi files the YU7 GT with MIIT: 738 kW (990 hp), 0-100 approaching 2 seconds, 2,460 kg. CATL ternary battery, staggered 21-inch tires.
FAT Ice Race: Cayenne Turbo Electric Meets the 1,100 PS 917/30 on Snow
Porsche brings two 1,000+ PS machines to Zell am See: the 917/30 (1,100 PS) and Cayenne Turbo Electric (1,156 PS, 0-100 in 2.5s, 600+ km range).
Porsche Macan Turbo Concept Lago Debuts at Boot Düsseldorf With Electric Boat
Porsche and Frauscher premiere the Macan Turbo Concept Lago and 790 Spectre electric boat at Boot Düsseldorf, targeting maritime-automotive lifestyle buyers.
2027 Mercedes S-Class: Half a New Car With MB.OS and Road-Learning Suspension
Over 50% redesigned with 2,700 new parts, full MB.OS software, road-learning AIRMATIC suspension, new V8, and the V12 stays.
Subaru WRX STI Sport# Returns With Manual Gearbox and 271 HP Boxer
The STI badge returns on a limited WRX with 2.4L turbo boxer, six-speed manual, Brembo brakes, and ZF dampers. Japan-only, spring 2026.
XPeng P7+ Hits 100,000 Units, Adds EREV at Same Price as BEV
XPeng rolls the 100,000th P7+ off the line 14 months after launch. 2026 update adds EREV variants at identical pricing to BEV from 186,800 yuan.
Leapmotor A10: Compact Electric SUV With 500 km Range and Optional LiDAR
Leapmotor files its first A-series model: a 90 kW compact SUV at ~$10,000 with LFP battery, 500 km range, and optional roof-mounted LiDAR.
NIO Firefly Debuts Right-Hand Drive in Singapore, Eyes UK Next
NIO brings its compact EV sub-brand to its first RHD market. Partnering with Wearnes Automotive, with UK and Thailand planned for 2026.
Sony Honda AFEELA 1 Confirmed for California Deliveries Late 2026
AFEELA 1 gets California delivery hubs in spring 2026. Level 2+ ADAS, PlayStation integration, and an SUV prototype for 2028.
Renault Filante SUV: Flagship Crossover Built on Geely CMA Platform
Renault debuts an E-segment crossover in South Korea, built on Geely CMA architecture. Busan production, not planned for Europe.
China Publishes First National Standard for Solid-State EV Batteries
China's standardization body defines three battery categories and drops the term semi-solid-state. Public comment runs until February 28, 2026.
BYD God's Eye ADAS Reaches 2.3 Million Cars, Full Lineup Rollout Confirmed
BYD reaffirms full-line ADAS deployment. 2.3 million vehicles equipped by November, generating 150 million km of driving data daily.
CATL Naxtra Sodium-Ion Battery Set for Mass Deployment in 2026
CATL's Naxtra achieves 175 Wh/kg and 10,000+ cycles. Deployment across EVs, commercial vehicles, and energy storage begins in 2026.
Nissan Versa Axed: America's Last Sub-$20,000 New Car Is Gone
Nissan ended Versa production for the U.S. in December. The $17,390 sedan was the last new car under $20k. Cheapest option is now the Hyundai Venue at $22,150.
Geely Xingyuan Hits 500,000 Deliveries in Just 14 Months
The $9,360 electric hatchback became China's best-selling NEV of 2025 with 429,628 retail units through November, outselling BYD Seagull.
BYD on Track to Export One Million Vehicles in 2025
BYD shipped 878,498 NEVs to international markets through November, up 144% YoY. November alone saw 128,067 exports, a 313% year-over-year surge.
MG4 Anxin Edition: First Mass-Produced Semi-Solid-State Battery Car at $14,600
The MG4 Anxin starts delivery in China with a 53.95 kWh liquid-solid battery, 530 km CLTC range, and 21-minute fast charging for 102,800 yuan.
Nissan Z Nismo Finally Gets a Six-Speed Manual With 420 HP
The twin-turbo V6 Z Nismo adds a six-speed manual, GT-R brakes, and stiffer suspension. Debuts at Tokyo Auto Salon in January 2026.
Porsche 718 Gets ICE Variants Alongside EVs in Major Strategy Reversal
Porsche walks back its EV-only 718 plan. Flat-six and T-Hybrid powertrains will join the electric lineup on a reworked PPE platform.
Cayenne Electric Driver Experience: Four Displays, AR HUD, and Physical Buttons Survive
Porsche details the Cayenne Electric's cabin: curved OLED Flow Display, 87-inch AR HUD, AI voice assistant, Digital Key for 7 users, and physical buttons retained.
911 GT3 '90 F. A. Porsche': 90 Units Honoring the Designer's 90th Birthday
90-unit GT3 Touring in exclusive F. A. Greenmetallic with Grid-Weave fabric interior, walnut gear knob, Porsche Design watch. Orders April 2026.
2026 Kia Seltos Redesigned: Bigger, Hybrid Option, Dual 12.3-Inch Screens
Second-gen Seltos grows 45 mm longer with 60 mm more wheelbase, adds first-ever hybrid variant, and gains dual 12.3-inch displays.
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB Launches EV-Only With 800V and 392-Mile Range
The second-gen GLB drops the EQB name, goes all-electric at launch with 85 kWh battery, dual-motor AWD option, and seven-seat config starting at 59,048 EUR.
Lexus LFA Concept: All-Electric Sports Car With Aluminum Body Frame
Lexus revives the LFA name for a two-seat electric coupe built on shared GR GT aluminum architecture. 4,689 mm long, no specs disclosed yet.
Toyota GR GT Supercar Debuts With Twin-Turbo V8 and All-Aluminum Body
Toyota Gazoo Racing unveils a road-going supercar and FIA GT3 race car. Both share a twin-turbo 4.0L V8 and all-aluminum body frame.
Porsche 911 Carrera T 'Formosa': Sonderwunsch Tribute to Taiwan's Landscape
One-off 911 Carrera T from Sonderwunsch inspired by Taiwan's mountains, coastlines, and rock formations. Part of Porsche's regional personalization strategy.
Fiat Grande Panda Hybrid: Budget Hatchback Done Right From 16,990 EUR
A 1.2L turbo mild-hybrid making 109 hp on Stellantis Smart Car platform. Starting at 16,990 euros, it competes with the Dacia Sandero.
Porsche Completes Panamera Turbo Sonderwunsch With Bespoke Interior in Dubai
Porsche reveals the bespoke interior of the Panamera Turbo Sonderwunsch at Icons of Porsche Dubai, completing a customer commission.
Porsche Factory Re-Commission Turns a 2009 Cayenne GTS Into a 70s Desert Cruiser
First Factory Re-Commission on a first-gen Cayenne: Blackolive paint, English green leather with Pasha pattern, built for desert towing an Airstream.
Cayenne Turbo Electric Debuts in Dubai: 1,156 PS, 1,500 Nm, Desert Tested
Physical debut at Icons of Porsche Dubai: 850 kW, 1,500 Nm, 245 mm ground clearance, traction management 5x faster than conventional. Tested at 40°C+.
911 GT3 Manthey Kit Laps Nürburgring in 6:52.981, 2.8s Faster Than Predecessor
New Manthey Kit: 540 kg downforce at 285 km/h, four-way adjustable coilovers, 6 kg lighter wheels. Nürburgring: 6:52.981. Available March 2026.
Hyundai CRATER Concept Hints at a Bronco-Fighting Off-Road SUV
Hyundai reveals a rugged off-road SUV concept at the LA Auto Show. No specs yet, but it signals Hyundai wants to compete with Bronco and 4Runner.
2027 Kia Telluride Debuts With Turbo Hybrid Making 329 HP and 35 MPG
Second-gen Telluride drops the V6 for a 2.5L turbo hybrid with 329 hp, 35 mpg, and 600-mile range. X-Pro trim adds real off-road hardware.
2026 Jeep Recon EV: 650 HP, Trail Rated, Removable Doors, $65,000
Jeep builds its first all-electric Trail Rated SUV. Dual motors, 650 hp, 250-mile range, removable doors, and a $65,000 starting price.
2026 Nissan Rogue PHEV: First Nissan Plug-In Hybrid for the US at 248 HP
Nissan brings its first PHEV to America. The Rogue PHEV offers 248 hp, 38-mile EV range, 420-mile total range, and seven seats with standard AWD.
Porsche 911 GT3 'Ocelot': One-Off Sonderwunsch for Colombia's 25th Anniversary
One-of-a-kind GT3 Touring in Forest Green Metallic with Centenaire Silver accents, Cohiba Brown leather, and ocelot headrest embossing for Porsche Latin America's 25th.
Porsche's Taycan VP Explains Why 10% Is the Ideal Starting Charge
Kevin Giek (VP Taycan) explains optimal charging: arrive at 10%, charge to 80% max, avoid shared chargers. Current Taycan: 320 kW, 10-80% in 18 min.
Porsche Macan GTS Electric: 571 PS, 3.8s to 100, 586 km Range
First all-electric Macan GTS: 420 kW overboost, 955 Nm, 100 kWh battery, 586 km WLTP range. 270 kW charging, 10-80% in 21 min. Sport Chrono standard.
Porsche Reunites 1972 and 2024 911 S/T in Light Yellow: 1,000 Hours of Restoration
Original 1972 Le Mans GT winner restored in 2.5 years (1,000+ hours bodywork). Modern S/T: 525 PS, 1,380 kg, 6-speed manual. Both in Light Yellow code 117.
Taycan Turbo GT Runs 9.08s Quarter-Mile at Sydney Dragway
Taycan Turbo GT with Weissach Package: 9.083s at 252 km/h at Sydney Dragway. Fastest unmodified production car on Australian strip. Required parachute at 150+ mph.
Porsche Defines Its Design DNA Through the 911 Turbo S: Hero, Rebel, Creator
Porsche codifies design identity via Carl Jung archetypes: Hero (functional performance), Rebel (tradition vs. innovation), Creator (precision). 150-person Style Porsche team.
Porsche Macan Electric Gets Trained Parking, Digital Key, and 2,500 kg Towing
2025 MY update: Surround View, Trained Parking (5 routines), Digital Key for 7 users, towing +500 kg to 2,500 kg, AI Voice Pilot, in-car gaming.
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