Author: Floyd Hawkins

The 2026 BYD Song Pro DM-i has officially launched in China, introducing improved efficiency, enhanced suspension tuning, and a refreshed interior layout. Available in three variants, the plug-in hybrid SUV is priced between 99,800 and 122,800 yuan (approximately $13,700–$16,900) under a limited-time Super Trade-In offer. With its combination of extended electric range and advanced hybrid technology, the new Song Pro DM-i continues to strengthen BYD’s leadership in the compact plug-in hybrid SUV segment. Powertrain and Performance The 2026 Song Pro DM-i is equipped with a 1.5-liter gasoline engine paired with an electric motor, producing 74 kW and 120 kW respectively.…

Lucid Motors has introduced its first official discount on the newly launched Gravity SUV, offering a $3,000 incentive as part of a limited promotion. The move signals the company’s strategy to boost deliveries and customer interest as production ramps up at its Arizona facility. The Lucid Gravity, described by the automaker as “the ultimate uncompromising SUV,” offers up to 450 miles of range, a Chevy Suburban-sized interior, and high-performance dynamics paired with advanced software features. See also: Lucid Gravity Dream Edition Matches Rivian and Porsche in Drag Race Showdown Following a temporary slowdown earlier this year due to a magnet…

Nissan Formula E Team will begin preparations for the 2025/26 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship with five days of pre-season testing at Circuit Ricardo Tormo in Valencia, Spain, from October 27 to 31. The sessions mark the team’s first on-track outing ahead of what will be the final year of the GEN3 Evo era. Reigning Drivers’ World Champion Oliver Rowland and teammate Norman Nato will take part in the first four days of testing, sporting new car numbers for the upcoming season. Rowland will carry the #1 plate after claiming the championship title, while Nato will switch to Nissan’s…

Chinese battery manufacturer Sunwoda has launched a new generation of polymer all-solid-state batteries, adding momentum to China’s push toward commercializing next-generation energy storage systems. The company introduced its new “Xin·Bixiao” polymer all-solid-state battery at the 2025 New Energy Battery Industry Development Conference, according to a report by local media outlet Yicai. The battery achieves an energy density of 400 Wh/kg and maintains a cycle life of 1,200 cycles under ultra-low external pressure below 1 MPa, the report said. See also: Sunwoda Applies for Hong Kong Listing, Joining Wave of Chinese Battery Makers Seeking Overseas Expansion Sunwoda plans to complete a…

General Motors is exploring the development of midsize electric pickup trucks powered by lithium manganese-rich (LMR) batteries, as part of its broader plan to expand its electric vehicle lineup and reduce costs, GM President Mark Reuss said in an interview with InsideEVs. Reuss said that while midsize electric trucks remain rare, GM aims to address the key challenge of battery packaging and cost. “You don’t see any real battery-electric midsize trucks, for instance, right? And so why is that?” Reuss said. “The truck doesn’t have enough packaging space to handle the battery packs needed for the duty cycle of the…

DS Penske has revealed its DS E-TENSE FE25 electric race car for Season 12 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, marking another chapter in the team’s collaboration with DS Automobiles, the French premium brand from the Stellantis Group. Entering its 11th consecutive season in Formula E, DS Automobiles continues to build on an impressive record that includes four championship titles, 18 wins, 55 podiums, and 26 pole positions from 137 races. See also: Andretti Formula E Unveils Season 12 Livery as Felipe Drugovich Joins Jake Dennis for New Campaign The new DS E-TENSE FE25, finished in the marque’s…

Baidu announced today that its autonomous ride-hailing service, Apollo Go, has entered a strategic partnership with PostBus, the public transport operator of Swiss Post, to launch an on-demand robotaxi service called ‘AmiGo’ in Switzerland. The collaboration marks Apollo Go’s first project in Europe and aims to introduce a fully electric, autonomous mobility service across eastern Switzerland. The AmiGo service will deploy Apollo Go’s latest-generation Level 4 autonomous vehicles in an area spanning the cantons of St. Gallen, Appenzell Ausserrhoden, and Appenzell Innerrhoden. Backed by the Swiss Federal Office of Transport (FOT), the Federal Roads Office (FEDRO), the Touring Club Switzerland…

Brunp Recycling, a subsidiary of Chinese battery giant CAT, has achieved a 99.6 percent recovery rate for nickel, cobalt, and manganese, and a 96.5 percent recovery rate for lithium from recycled power batteries, the company said on Wednesday. CATL announced the results on its official Weibo account, describing the milestone as a major step in strengthening China’s circular battery economy. The company said Brunp reached the high recovery rates through its proprietary Directional Recycling Technology (DRT), which integrates intelligent disassembly, hydrometallurgy, and material restoration processes. These techniques are designed to maximize metal recovery while minimizing waste and environmental impact. See…

Volkswagen is discontinuing its gas-powered Touareg SUV after the 2026 model year, closing the chapter on its first luxury SUV introduced in 2002. The model, developed alongside the Porsche Cayenne and sharing some powertrain components with the Lamborghini Urus, has sold over 1.2 million units across three generations and remains available in more than 39 countries. See also: Volkswagen Group’s EV Deliveries Rise 33% in Q3, Led by Strong Gains in Europe and U.S. The automaker is sending off the Touareg with a “FINAL EDITION” model, available for order until the end of March 2026, with prices starting at 75,025…

Everged, Betacom, and The University of Alabama have joined forces to establish a pioneering 5G Open Radio Access Network (ORAN) testbed designed to drive breakthroughs in autonomous mobility, advanced energy systems, and Industry 4.0 applications. The initiative, based at the university’s Alabama Mobility & Power Center (AMP), aims to serve as a model for secure and scalable industrial connectivity. The project will leverage LG Electronics’ UltraMax 5G ORAN platform to create a robust, cyber-secure private 5G network that integrates smart grid management, autonomous EV charging systems, and industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) applications. The AMP campus will operate as a…

Ford Motor Co is introducing a new “Phone As Key” feature to the 2026 F-150 Lightning, allowing drivers to unlock, lock, and start their vehicles using only a smartphone, according to a report by Ford Authority. The technology joins a series of updates for the all-electric pickup, including a new STX off-road trim and lower pricing across most models. The “Phone As Key” Package will be available on select trims and integrated into the FordPass app, offering remote control convenience without the need for a physical key fob. See also: Ford Cuts 2026 F-150 Lightning Prices by Up to $4,000…

Stellantis-backed Chinese electric vehicle maker Leapmotor plans to introduce the first model of its A-series lineup in the first quarter of 2026, according to a report by local media outlet Leiphone. The standard version of the model has reportedly been delivered to suppliers for testing, marking the next step in Leapmotor’s product expansion strategy. The upcoming A-series model will be developed simultaneously for both Chinese and European markets and will feature a smaller body size compared to the company’s B-series lineup, aligning with European consumer preferences. The launch follows Leapmotor’s recent debut of the D19 large SUV in China, the…