Subaru of America has unveiled its second electric SUV, the Trailseeker EV, at the New York International Auto Show. The model is scheduled to go on sale in the US starting in 2026. Meanwhile, the brand’s first EV, the Solterra, received a facelift.
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Mini halts planned US imports from China
Mini has put its plan to import two electric models from China to the United States on hold. The move comes in response to the new US tariffs on goods manufactured in China, including cars. As a result, the fully electric Mini Aceman will not be availa…
Fraunhofer IZM presents the ‘Dauerpower’ inverter
The German research institute has, alongside Porsche and Bosch, developed a new inverter that promises ‘Power for the long haul.’ It can be used in all kinds of electric vehicles – from sports cars to heavy-duty trucks.
US tariffs likely disrupt Tesla supply chains
The US tariffs on Chinese imports appear to be throwing Tesla’s production plans into disarray. The manufacturer reportedly suspended imports of components for the Cybercab and the Semi electric truck.
Zeekr launches 007 estate in China; confirms plans for European export
Zeekr has kicked off sales of its 007 GT in China – the estate version of the all-electric 007 saloon. With demand for estate cars traditionally strong in Europe, a launch on the continent is already planned – under the slightly modified name Zeekr 7 G…
Tesla introduces more affordable rear-wheel-drive Cybertruck
Tesla has officially unveiled the Cybertruck RWD in the US and Mexico and is already accepting orders. The base version of the electric pickup starts at around $70,000 – more than previously announced – but in return, the rear-wheel drive Cybertruck of…
EV factory in China: Lexus buys land in Shanghai
Lexus has acquired a plot of land in Shanghai for its first dedicated electric vehicle plant in China. The industrial site, measuring approximately 1.13 million square metres, is located in the Jinshan district in the southwest of Shanghai.
Trump considers exemptions from US auto tariffs
US President Donald Trump remains true to his unpredictable zigzag course and announced possible, temporary exemptions from his car tariffs for manufacturers. Trump imposed surcharges of 25 per cent on vehicles imported into the US at the beginning of …
Mercedes introduces new EV functions via OTA update
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the MBUX 2.6 software update, which will be rolled out over-the-air (OTA) to more than two million vehicles worldwide. For some electric models, the update includes improvements to route planning that includes charging stops.
China’s EV market gains further momentum
Sales figures for electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids in China rose significantly last month – reaching 1.24 million units. While BYD remains the undisputed market leader, sales are increasingly being distributed among a growing number of manufacture…
