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GAC AION UT scores five stars in tougher 2026 Euro NCAP tests
The GAC AION UT has secured a five-star Euro NCAP safety rating under the organisation’s tougher 2026 assessment protocols. Euro...
Read moreDetailsAudi A2 e-tron offers 646km WLTP range, orders open Sept 10
Audi’s new A2 e-tron will offer up to 646km of WLTP range when it goes on sale in Europe later...
Read moreDetailsKia EV3 GT, EV4 GT and EV5 GT launch in Europe with AWD power
Kia has put three new electric GT models on sale in Europe, expanding its performance range beyond the EV6 GT...
Read moreDetailsPolestar Formula 2030 concept previews next Polestar 2 and 7
Polestar has confirmed the Formula 2030 concept, a design study that will preview the next-generation Polestar 2 and upcoming Polestar...
Read moreDetailsBYD’s 20-year semiconductor push gives it edge in China’s auto chip drive
BYD’s two-decade investment in semiconductors is giving the Chinese carmaker an advantage as China pushes to reduce its reliance on...
Read moreDetailsLG Energy Solution finds way to make lower-cost EV batteries last longer
LG Energy Solution and Seoul National University researchers have found a way to improve the durability of lithium manganese-rich (LMR)...
Read moreDetailsXiaomi details Armor Scale Battery with CALB, Sunwoda, adds lifetime fire protection
Xiaomi has named CALB and Sunwoda Power as strategic partners for its Armor Scale Battery, while adding lifetime protection for...
Read moreDetailsCATL chief warns rapid car launches are putting battery quality at risk
CATL chairman Robin Zeng has warned that the relentless pace of new-car development in China is putting product quality under...
Read moreDetailsFreelander 8 racks up 5,000 firm orders in first 12 hours in China
More than 5,000 Chinese buyers placed firm orders for the Freelander 8 during its first 12 hours on sale, according...
Read moreDetailsUS automakers push Congress for permanent ban on Chinese connected cars
US automakers are pressing Congress to make restrictions on Chinese connected vehicles permanent, even as proposed legislation could potentially catch...
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