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American EV manufacturer Lucid Motors has officially unveiled the latest variant of its flagship SUV—the Gravity Touring—adding a new model to its electric SUV lineup. The Lucid Gravity Touring was launched on Thursday ahead of its public debut at the 2025 Los Angeles International Auto Show. The all-electric Gravity Touring is a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive SUV offering a 337-mile range and fast-charging capability of up to 200 miles in just 15 minutes. It produces 560 horsepower, accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 4.0 seconds, and shares its platform with the more powerful Grand Touring model. Priced from $79,900, the new…

Nissan revealed that its new LEAF will start at just £32,249 in the UK, after qualifying for the full £3,750 Electric Car Grant. The Leaf has become the fourth vehicle to qualify for the government’s top £3,750 electric car grant, following the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross Long Range, Ford Puma Gen-E, and Ford E-Tourneo Courier. According to a government press release, the subsidy is expected to strengthen Nissan’s sales while supporting jobs and UK manufacturing. Nissan will start production of the new LEAF at its Sunderland factory in December, with the first customer deliveries slated for February. The updated LEAF will…

Audi’s China-only EV marque, AUDI, revealed the E SUV concept at Auto Guangzhou 2025, offering a preview of its second all-electric production vehicle. Set for a 2026 debut, the model is tailored to the preferences of China’s premium SUV buyers. Just a year after launching the AUDI sub-brand—the joint venture between Audi and SAIC—the company is already moving forward with its second production model, following the E5 Sportback’s market introduction in September. The concept appears almost ready for production, featuring the same design language as its sleek sibling. Distinctive elements include wraparound lights at both the front and rear, along…

Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC) of China has started production of its AION V electric SUV at Magna’s facility in Austria. The initiative is part of GAC’s broader strategy to expand local electric vehicle (EV) production in Europe. GAC International President Wei Haigang stated that Europe is a key market for the company’s global development. “Partnering with Magna enables us to bring locally assembled electric vehicles to European customers that reflect GAC’s values of smart technology, sustainability, and craftsmanship,” he added. The AION V will be manufactured at Magna’s Graz facility in southern Austria, where combustion, hybrid, and electric vehicles are…

Xiaomi’s electric vehicle (EV) arm has reached a major milestone with the production of its 500,000th car. The company has raised its 2025 delivery forecast to more than 400,000 units, according to official statements. The move comes as Xiaomi’s EV business has generated profits at a faster pace than any of its other divisions. In its third‑quarter earnings call, the company confirmed that it is on track to meet its earlier target of delivering 350,000 vehicles by the end of this week. Renowned for its smartphones and its ecosystem of IoT-connected smart devices, Xiaomi has repeatedly outperformed analysts’ forecasts since…

Honda revealed on Tuesday that it is recalling about 256,000 Accord Hybrid cars in the U.S. because of a software issue that may lead to a sudden loss of power while driving, raising the potential risk of accidents or injuries. According to a press release from the company, the recall affects specific Honda Accord Hybrid models from the 2023 to 2025 model years. “Due to a software error, the integrated control module (ICM) central processing unit (CPU) may reset while driving, causing a loss of drive power,” the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) stated. Honda dealers will fix the…

Porsche has introduced the highly anticipated Cayenne Electric, its most powerful model yet. As the German automaker’s third fully electric vehicle, following the Taycan and Macan Electric, the Cayenne marks the start of what Porsche describes as ‘a new era.’ The model now officially joins the brand’s existing lineup of gasoline and hybrid Cayenne powertrains, completing the range and underscoring the company’s shift toward electrification. The fourth-generation Cayenne introduces the model’s first full redesign since its debut in 2002. When the Cayenne Electric reaches the market, it will be offered in two variants: a standard model and the Cayenne Turbo…

BYD may introduce its new Racco Kei car to Europe if the EU proceeds with a proposed small electric-car category, which would make such vehicles more commercially feasible. BYD introduced the Racco at the Japan Auto Show last month, marking the company’s first electric vehicle developed solely for markets outside China. Built to comply with Japan’s Kei category rules and slated for an initial launch there, the Racco spans 3.4m long, 1.475m wide, and 1.8m tall, and features the same upright, boxy silhouette typical of its Japanese competitors. The Racco stands out as a rare foreign entry into a category…

Toyota on Tuesday unveiled plans to invest $912 million in manufacturing facilities across five Southern U.S. states as part of its broader commitment to spend up to $10 billion in U.S. by 2030. Toyota said that the investments are aimed at boosting hybrid vehicle production, a segment where the company holds over 51% market share through the third quarter of this year, according to Motor Intelligence. Most of the investments are slated for completion by 2027. Toyota’s biggest investment, totaling $453 million, will go to its Buffalo, West Virginia, plant to expand assembly of four‑cylinder engines designed for hybrid vehicles.…

Kia revealed that the EV9 GT, initially planned for a U.S. release in late 2025, has been postponed indefinitely. In contrast, pre-orders for the model have already begun in other regions, including the UK. Kia’s performance-focused three-row electric SUV was originally expected to launch by late 2025, but the plan has now been scrapped. The company told Car and Driver on Monday that the EV9 GT has been ‘delayed until further notice.’ The EV9 GT drew significant attention when it premiered at the 2024 Los Angeles Auto Show last November. The reason for the delay has not been officially confirmed,…