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Xiaomi’s automotive division has captured global attention with its debut electric sedan, the Xiaomi SU7, unveiled in 2024. The SU7 Ultra recently set a new benchmark for production electric vehicles by recording a lap time of 7 minutes and 4.957 seconds at Germany’s legendary Nürburgring Nordschleife, establishing itself as the fastest EV of its kind to ever complete the circuit. Xiaomi declared recently that its SU7 Ultra had completed the lap of the legendary Nürburgring Nordschleife in 7 minutes and 4.957 seconds. With that performance, it shattered the previous production EV lap record of 7:05.298, set by the Rimac Nevera…

BYD Automotive is broadening its lineup of electric SUVs in the Australian market again. BYD Australia has recently introduced two new models to its lineup—the compact Atto 2 SUV and the spacious seven-seat Sealion 8. BYD has officially confirmed the Atto 2 for the Australian market, with local deliveries expected to commence in the final quarter of 2025. While official pricing is yet to be revealed, it’s anticipated the Atto 2 will fall in the $30,000 to $35,000 range—slotting in below the larger Atto 3, which currently kicks off at $39,990 before on-road costs. Meanwhile, the upcoming Sealion 8, BYD’s…

Toyota’s Indiana facility has reached a major milestone, rolling out its one-millionth hybrid vehicle—a 2025 Toyota Sienna Platinum—at its Princeton manufacturing plant. The North American division of the Japanese automaker Toyota has declared that its Princeton manufacturing facility has reached the production of its one-millionth hybrid vehicle, a 2025 Wind Chill Pearl Toyota Sienna Platinum. Since becoming an all-hybrid model in 2003, the Sienna has exemplified Toyota’s dedication to electrification, backed by a workforce of over 7,600 employees. The newest Sienna is a fully hybrid minivan, delivering an EPA-estimated 36 mpg combined. Featuring a refreshed interior for comfort and practicality,…

Ford is bringing its ‘street truck’ Lobo package to the full-size 2025 F-150, following its introduction on the Maverick. This variant boasts a lowered suspension and a unique grille, adding a sleek, sporty touch to the pickup’s appeal. Set to launch this fall, the Lobo package is offered as an option on the F-150 STX, positioned above the entry-level XL trim. The 2025 Ford F-150 Lobo is exclusively available in the SuperCrew 4×4 configuration with a 5-foot-5 bed powered by a 5.0L V8 engine delivering 400 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque. The edition includes a rear suspension lowered by…

Tesla is relaunching the updated Model S and Model X with minor updates as the company grapples with declining demand for its electric vehicles. Despite making up less than 5% of Tesla’s annual sales, the Model S and Model X have received another update. However, the changes are relatively minor, especially compared to the redesigns of the Model 3 and Model Y introduced over the past 18 months. Refreshed Model S and Model X debut in the U.S. today, with a $5,000 price hike across the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) and high-performance Plaid variants. In February, the automaker revealed plans to…

Ahead of its official debut at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France this weekend, the 2026 BMW XM has been revealed with a refined lineup and subtle enhancements. While the current model offers three variants worldwide, the latest iteration eliminates the base trim, retaining only the flagship XM Label and XM 50e. Consequently, the XM is now exclusively available in the ‘Label’ trim, a designation previously reserved for its highest-tier variant. Introduced in 2023 with a bold design and a 644-hp plug-in hybrid system, the BMW XM expanded its lineup in 2024 with the more powerful Label variant.…

Volvo Cars, a subsidiary of Geely, has entered into a new partnership with Swedish steel manufacturer SSAB to procure recycled, near-zero-emissions steel beginning in 2025. The collaboration will support Volvo’s sustainability goals while promoting environmentally responsible manufacturing. Volvo Cars has become the first automaker to finalize a supply agreement for mass production of sustainable steel. This initiative expands its existing partnership focused on advancing eco-friendly steel manufacturing. As part of its broader sustainability commitment, the company intends to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, reinforcing its dedication to reducing environmental impact. “By signing this agreement, we have taken an…

Marelli Holdings, a global automotive technology firm headquartered in Japan and backed by KKR & Co., has voluntarily initiated Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. The move allows the company to maintain operations while gaining relief from financial disputes with hedge funds, debt lenders, and its private equity owners. The decision is focused on restructuring Marelli’s long-term debt. Around 80% of its lenders have backed the filing by signing a restructuring support agreement to reduce the company’s debt burden and strengthen its financial position. Marelli President and CEO David Slump emphasized the…

General Motors on Tuesday declared plans to invest approximately $4 billion over the next two years in three U.S. manufacturing facilities located in Michigan, Kansas, and Tennessee. The investment will increase the production of both gas-powered and electric vehicles, with a strong emphasis on the company’s top-selling models. The automaker stated that its investment will bring production of the gas-powered Chevrolet Blazer and Chevrolet Equinox—currently manufactured in Mexico—to two additional U.S. plants. Moreover, the company plans to repurpose the idled Orion Assembly facility in Michigan, originally designated for all-electric truck production, to manufacture gas-powered SUVs and light-duty pickup trucks by…

Toyota and Daimler have reached an agreement to merge their truck divisions to form ‘a new strong Japanese truck powerhouse.’ The collaboration will focus on advancing vehicle development, streamlining procurement, and optimizing production. After more than two years of negotiations, Daimler Truck and Toyota have officially finalized the agreement. Through the merger, their Japanese commercial vehicle subsidiaries, Mitsubishi Fuso and Hino Motors, will unite. The newly formed holding company is expected to begin operations in April 2026, marking a milestone in the commercial vehicle industry. Daimler Truck and Toyota Motor Corporation initially declared the plan to merge Mitsubishi Fuso and…