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Renault Unveils One-Off Electric R8 Gordini Concept
Renault unveiled a one-off electric concept inspired by the Renault 8 Gordini on September 24, presenting a two-seat, two-door coupe as a design exercise rather than a model planned for production.
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- Renault Unveils One-Off Electric R8 Gordini Concept
- High-mileage EVs fail MOTs less often than petrol cars
- Judge dismisses Michigan’s federal antitrust claim against oil firms
- Nissan unveils electric Pixo for Europe, deliveries planned in 2027
- Bentley Unveils Torcal, Its First Fully Electric Vehicle
- German auto workers protest historic job cuts
- GM Keeps CarPlay Out of EVs, Adds Split Screen to Trucks
- Toyota to build first extended range EV in China
- Saudi Arabia Launches First National Electric Car Brand Ceer
- Hyundai CEO Warns Chinese Cars Threaten US Market
- Bolt and Lucid Partner to Deploy 25,000 Autonomous Vehicles in Europe
- Volvo Unveils 13 New Models by 2030 in Biggest Product Push
High-mileage EVs fail MOTs less often than petrol cars
Electric cars with high mileages were less likely than comparable petrol cars to fail a UK MOT roadworthiness test, according to an analysis commissioned by the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA).
Judge dismisses Michigan’s federal antitrust claim against oil firms
A federal judge on September 22 dismissed Michigan’s federal antitrust claim accusing major oil companies and an industry trade association of conspiring to suppress renewable energy and electric-vehicle competition,...
Nissan unveils electric Pixo for Europe, deliveries planned in 2027
Nissan has unveiled the all-electric Pixo, a small car designed for European cities that shares its platform and much of its hardware with the Renault Twingo and Dacia Spring.
Bentley Unveils Torcal, Its First Fully Electric Vehicle
Bentley unveiled the Torcal on September 23, its first fully electric vehicle, a luxury SUV the company says will be built at its Crewe plant in northwest England.
German auto workers protest historic job cuts
Around 175,000 automotive workers took part in roughly 280 protests across Germany on Monday, September 21, 2026, according to the IG Metall union, in one of the largest nationwide labour mobilisations the industry ha...
GM Keeps CarPlay Out of EVs, Adds Split Screen to Trucks
General Motors is not restoring Apple CarPlay or Android Auto to its electric vehicles, the automaker confirmed, even as it rolls out a new split-screen software experience for its gas-powered 2027 Chevrolet Silverado...
Toyota to build first extended range EV in China
Toyota plans to begin producing its first extended-range electric vehicle in China in April 2027, according to a report from Nikkei, marking the Japanese automaker's entry into a drivetrain category that has gained tr...
Saudi Arabia Launches First National Electric Car Brand Ceer
Saudi Arabia's first national automaker, Ceer, officially launched its inaugural electric vehicles on Monday, September 21, 2026, marking a significant step in the kingdom's economic diversification strategy.
Hyundai CEO Warns Chinese Cars Threaten US Market
Hyundai Motor CEO Jose Munoz warned that Chinese automakers could disrupt the US auto market if current tariffs and safeguards are removed, pointing to their aggressive pricing and rapid market gains in Europe.
Bolt and Lucid Partner to Deploy 25,000 Autonomous Vehicles in Europe
Estonian ride-hailing platform Bolt and U.S. electric vehicle manufacturer Lucid Motors announced a nonbinding partnership on Thursday to deploy at least 25,000 driverless Lucid crossovers across Europe.
Volvo Unveils 13 New Models by 2030 in Biggest Product Push
Volvo has announced its most ambitious product offensive in the company's 99-year history, planning to launch 13 new models by the end of 2030.
Porsche Adds Power Doors, Wireless Charging to 2027 Cayenne Electric
Porsche is enhancing the 2027 Cayenne Electric with a suite of new luxury and convenience features, including optional electrically operated doors, wireless home charging, and an advanced massage system.
Volkswagen Unveils Most Powerful GTI Ever With Electric ID.3
Volkswagen has unveiled the ID.3 GTI, its most powerful production GTI model to date and the first in the nameplate's history to feature rear-wheel drive.
NYC Taps Brooklyn Startup to Build 700 Curbside EV Chargers
New York City has selected Brooklyn-based startup Its Electric to dramatically expand its curbside electric vehicle charging network, a move officials say is critical to meeting the city's 2030 deadline for electrifyi...
GM Reintegrates CarPlay and Android Auto in New Truck UI
General Motors is reintegrating Apple CarPlay and Android Auto into its infotainment system through a new split-screen user interface, reversing its 2023 plan to phase out the phone-mirroring technology.
Volvo Doubles Electric Range for 2028 XC60 and XC90 Hybrids
Volvo has unveiled significantly updated versions of its XC60 and XC90 plug-in hybrid SUVs, claiming they will offer the longest all-electric range of any plug-in hybrids sold in the United States.
BYD launches ETT 44 electric semi-truck for European market
Chinese automaker BYD has launched its ETT 44 electric semi-truck, positioning it as a direct competitor to established European manufacturers and the Tesla Semi in the long-haul freight market.
Kia Unveils Larger PV7 Electric Van at Hannover Show
Kia has unveiled the PV7, a larger all-electric van, at the IAA Transportation 2026 trade show in Hannover, Germany.
Volkswagen Mission Efficiency concept sets three world records
Volkswagen has unveiled the Mission Efficiency, a near-production electric vehicle concept that set three world records for aerodynamics and energy consumption during a real-world drive.
