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General Motors has raised the starting price of its 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV to $36,495, including destination fees, while introducing new style packages for its popular electric SUV. The model continues to hold the title as the best-selling electric vehicle in the United States outside of Tesla. The 2026 Equinox EV, which carries over most of its features from the 2025 model, adds new personalization options aimed at expanding its appeal. The Midnight Package, priced at $595, features black emblems, bowties, badging, wheel caps, and 19-inch black-painted aluminum wheels. Meanwhile, the Tech Bronze Package, available for both LT and RS…

Tesco has rolled out its 1,000th electric delivery van in the United Kingdom, marking a significant step toward its goal of operating a fully electric home delivery fleet by 2030. The milestone van will serve customers from Tesco Extra in Cardiff, making the store one of only three in Wales with an entirely electric delivery fleet. The Cardiff Extra branch’s 20-vehicle fleet now carries out around 5,000 deliveries each week. Although Tesco did not specify which model its 1,000th van is, photographs suggest it could be a Maxus. Earlier this year, the retailer added its first Iveco eDaily to the…

Voyah Automotive Technology, the premium electric vehicle brand of Dongfeng Motor Group, has filed for an introductory listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, according to documents published on Thursday. The listing will not raise new capital, with China International Capital Corporation (CICC) acting as sole sponsor. Voyah, unveiled by Dongfeng in 2020 and formally established in 2021, targets the premium EV market with models priced between 200,000 yuan ($28,090) and 500,000 yuan. Its lineup includes the Zhuiguang sedan, Zhiyin SUV, Free SUV, and Dream MPV. The company reached cumulative production of 200,000 vehicles in April this year, doubling its…

Mercedes-Benz Trucks has expanded its battery-electric truck portfolio with the introduction of the new eActros 400, offering over 40 customizable configurations to address diverse logistics requirements in heavy-duty long-distance and distribution transport. The model builds on the technology of the larger eActros 600 and is part of the company’s second-generation eActros lineup. The new variants allow customers to select between two battery packs, different cab designs, and multiple chassis configurations. The eActros 400 is equipped with two lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery packs totaling 414 kWh, enabling a range of up to 480 kilometers, while the eActros 600 continues with…

Mobileye said on Monday its Mobileye Drive™ autonomous system is moving from pilot programs to scalable deployment, supported by new technology and partnerships aimed at expanding Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) solutions such as robotaxis, ride-sharing and ride-pooling. The company said initial pilots are operating in Norway, Germany and the United States, using NIO vehicles with human safety operators to refine on-demand shuttle services and build ecosystem readiness. The first-generation system relies on a sensor suite of cameras, radar, lidar and EyeQ™5 processors. See also: Mobileye Raises 2025 Revenue Outlook as Self-Driving Chip Demand Rebounds Mobileye said its second-generation platform will enable production-scale…

Xiaomi’s electric vehicle unit, Xiaomi EV, delivered more than 40,000 vehicles in September, the company announced on social media platform Weibo, marking a record monthly performance. The milestone comes as Xiaomi expands production capacity to meet rising demand. Xiaomi launched its SU7 electric sedan on March 28, 2024, targeting competitors such as Tesla’s Model 3. Its second model, the YU7 SUV, debuted on June 26, positioning the automaker against Tesla’s Model Y. The launch of the YU7 generated a surge in orders, putting significant pressure on factory production capacity. See also: Xiaomi Unveils SU7 Ultra EV in Japan, Plans Retail…

Charge Point Operator (CPO) PowerGo has opened a new public fast-charging hub at Basic-Fit Ekeren in Antwerp, providing a mix of charging solutions for gym members and electric vehicle (EV) drivers along the A12 highway. The site is equipped with two 150-kilowatt fast-charging points and five 30-kW chargers. The project is part of a partnership between PowerGo and Basic-Fit that began in 2023 to install charging hubs at gym locations across the Netherlands and Belgium. “We want to support our members in their fitness goals, but also in practical ways,” said Gerard van Medevoort, International Energy Manager at Basic-Fit. “At…

Autonomous driving technology company WeRide has obtained a trial permit from Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to operate self-driving vehicles in the city. The approval marks a step toward commercial deployment of robotaxi services in the Middle East, where the company plans significant fleet expansion. WeRide said its initial trial will involve 50 Robotaxi GXR vehicles operating in areas including Jumeirah, Za’abeel First, Al Manara, Umm Suqeim, and Al Safa. Future service areas are expected to include Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai International Airport, and central business districts. The company aims to begin fully driverless commercial operations in 2026. The…

General Motors said its all-new 2026 Chevy Captiva EV is arriving in the Middle East, following a regional unveiling in early August. The electric crossover will be launched gradually across the region during the third quarter, with initial sales expected in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. Chevrolet Middle East described the Captiva EV as a five-passenger, all-electric model with a range of 415 kilometers under the NEDC cycle. The vehicle is powered by a single-motor front-wheel-drive system producing 201 horsepower and 310 Nm of torque, supported by a 60 kWh lithium-ion battery compatible with fast charging. The Captiva…

Tesla said owners in Australia and New Zealand have driven more than 1 million kilometres using its Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised system since its rollout earlier this month, underscoring strong uptake in the smaller right-hand-drive markets. According to Tesla Australia & New Zealand, drivers are covering the equivalent of “67 laps around the continent of Australia or 625 trips from Auckland to Invercargill” with FSD engaged. On a daily basis, owners are logging about 83,200 km (51,700 miles), the company said on social media platform X. https://twitter.com/TeslaAUNZ/status/1972569938843013400 The rapid adoption is notable as access to FSD Supervised in the region…

BYD, the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, has reached a milestone with the opening of its 100th franchised dealership in the United Kingdom, less than two years after its market entry in April 2023. The expansion underscores the company’s rapid growth and increasing footprint in the U.K. automotive sector. The new retail locations bring most customers within an average drive time of 27 minutes to a BYD dealership. Recent openings include Canterbury, Chichester, Croydon, Ipswich, and Saint Albans, enhancing accessibility for prospective buyers across the country. BYD said the growth has been supported by strong consumer demand for its electric and…

The United States and European Union have sealed a trade agreement that cuts tariffs on EU cars, including electric vehicles, from 27.5% to 15%, retroactive to Aug. 1, after weeks of delay. Washington confirmed the reduction on Thursday, saying the EU had introduced the necessary legislative proposal to implement the changes. The tariff cut follows the July 27 announcement of a framework deal between then-U.S. President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, though implementation had stalled amid further negotiations. Under the terms, EU car exports to the U.S. will now face a 15% duty, while U.S.…