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Xpeng is set to expand its P7+ sedan lineup with an extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) variant, following the launch of EREV versions of the X9 and G7, according to filings with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). The P7+ EREV will feature a 49.2 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery, providing a CLTC-rated pure electric range of 325 km. Power will come from a 1.5T range-extender engine producing 110 kW (148 hp) paired with a 180 kW (241 hp) electric motor. The top speed is listed at 200 km/h. The combined driving range has not yet been disclosed.…

Lucid Group said deliveries of its lower-priced Gravity Touring SUV are scheduled to begin next month, reaffirming that the long-awaited trim remains on track despite recent production setbacks. After reporting third-quarter earnings earlier this week, interim CEO Marc Winterhoff acknowledged that production of the company’s flagship electric SUV has faced delays in recent months. “Gravity production is not where we want to be,” Winterhoff said, citing several “extraordinary headwinds” that at times “threatened to shut down production” during the year. See also: Lucid Introduces First Discounts on Gravity SUV, Promises More Affordable Trim by Year-End Lucid has been contending with…

Chery’s electric vehicle (EV) unit Exeed has revealed updated specifications for its 2026 Exlantix ES electric sedan, highlighting a significant increase in battery capacity and driving range. According to a filing with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), the revised model is equipped with a 97.682 kWh battery pack, offering two range options of 835 km and 860 km, depending on configuration and tyre size. Testing conditions for these figures were not specified. The Exlantix ES retains its mid-to-large sedan dimensions, measuring 4,945 mm in length, 1,978 mm in width, and 1,480 mm in height, with a 3,000…

Hyundai is facing growing criticism from electric vehicle owners after reports surfaced that its diagnostic systems prevent drivers from performing basic maintenance tasks on their own cars. The controversy began after an Ioniq 5 N owner claimed that the company’s software tools restrict access to essential calibration functions, effectively locking out anyone who isn’t a certified technician. According to posts on Reddit’s r/Ioniq5N community, the issue centers around the vehicle’s rear brake pads, which are linked to the electric parking brake. Replacing them requires disengaging and recalibrating the brake motor — a process that, according to the owner, can only…

Beep announced plans to deploy Karsan’s Autonomous e-JEST vehicles in Altamonte Springs, Florida, and Atlanta, Georgia, by 2026. The initiatives, developed in partnership with ADASTEC, Karsan, and Damera Corp., aim to support the integration of shared autonomous transit in U.S. cities. The Atlanta deployment will coincide with the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The new services will use Karsan’s production-grade Autonomous e-JEST minibuses, equipped with ADASTEC’s SAE Level 4 automation and powered by Beep’s AutonomOS™ orchestration platform. The vehicles are fully FMVSS and ADA compliant, Altoona-tested, and backed by OEM warranties. Beep said live demonstrations of the platform will be held…

Workhorse Group Inc. has expanded its W56 Class 5/6 all-electric step van platform with the addition of the Utilimaster Aeromaster body, offering a zero-emission solution that maintains the familiar design and functionality widely used in last-mile delivery fleets. The new configuration aims to simplify fleet electrification by integrating a trusted, industry-standard walk-in body onto Workhorse’s purpose-built electric chassis. See also: Motiv And Workhorse To Merge In $105 Million Deal To Form Medium-Duty EV Truck Manufacturer The Utilimaster Aeromaster body brings lightweight aluminum construction, modular interior configurations, and a low step-in height tailored for delivery, service, and specialty applications. The design…

East Yorkshire Buses has finished the initial phase of its electric vehicle infrastructure rollout at its Anlaby Road Depot, ahead of the arrival of 21 new Wrightbus electric buses later this year, the company said on Wednesday. The project, supported by Hull City Council and the Department for Transport, represents the first step toward a zero-emission bus network in the city. Phase two of the infrastructure programme is already underway, with charging facilities expected to serve both the operator’s new electric fleet and Hull City Council’s passenger vehicle operations. While the city has not specified the type of chargers installed,…

Pony.ai announced the official deployment of its seventh-generation robotaxi, featuring significantly reduced system costs and upgraded autonomous driving capabilities. Beginning in November, the new robotaxis — based on the Arcfox Alpha T5 SUV and GAC Aion’s second-generation Aion V — will begin operations in Guangzhou and Shenzhen, expanding the company’s autonomous fleet presence in major Chinese cities. See also: Pony.ai Granted Citywide Permit for Fully Driverless Robotaxis in Shenzhen The latest generation utilizes 100 percent automotive-grade components, with a design lifespan of 600,000 kilometers, and introduces a 70 percent reduction in the cost of its autonomous driving suite compared to…

IM Motors, the electric vehicle (EV) subsidiary of SAIC Motor, has opened pre-sales for its new LS9 large SUV, introducing another extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) with an exceptionally long driving range to the Chinese market. The LS9 marks the company’s latest effort to capture growing demand for premium hybrid SUVs. The automaker is offering two LS9 variants during pre-sales—the 52 Ultra and 66 Ultra—priced from RMB 336,900 ($47,280) and RMB 366,900, respectively. The model’s official launch is set for November 12. The six-seat SUV measures 5,279 mm in length, 2,000 mm in width, and 1,806 mm in height, with a…

Volkswagen UK has launched a new initiative called the ‘ID Promise’, allowing retail customers to return their new electric vehicle within 80 to 100 days of delivery if they change their minds. The offer, which began on November 3, will run until March 31, 2026. The automaker said the scheme is designed to provide “complete peace of mind for anyone uncertain about switching to electric.” The offer applies to retail buyers of the ID.3, ID.4, ID.5, ID.7, and ID.7 Tourer, whether purchased outright or through a personal contract plan (PCP). See also: Volkswagen Says Chip Supply Stable for Now Amid…

Hamburg-based intralogistics specialist Jungheinrich has announced plans to accelerate the electrification of its global customer service fleet, aiming for more than half of its 7,000-vehicle fleet to be fully electric by 2030. The company expects to have more than 3,500 electric service vehicles in operation by the end of the decade as part of its wider sustainability strategy. Jungheinrich’s customer service operations form a crucial part of its logistics business, which supplies electric forklifts, pallet trucks and other industrial transport vehicles to warehouses worldwide. To minimize downtime for its customers, the company deploys more than 6,300 service technicians across 42…

Chinese automaker GAC Aion has started pre-sales for its new i60 model, the first from GAC Group’s electric vehicle subsidiary to be offered in both battery electric vehicle (BEV) and extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) versions. The Aion i60 BEV is priced from RMB 119,800 ($16,820), while the EREV variant starts at RMB 126,800, according to details released by the company. The compact five-seat SUV measures 4,685 mm in length, 1,854 mm in width, and 1,660 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,775 mm. The EREV version offers a CLTC-rated electric range of 210 kilometers and a total driving range…