BYD’s $13,000 Kei EV Pushes Into Japan’s Small-Car Stronghold
BYD has launched a low-cost electric kei car for Japan, putting a Chinese automaker directly into one of the country’s most protected and brand-loyal vehicle segments.
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Mazda 6e Targets Tesla Model 3 as the Electric Family Car Field Gets Tougher
Mazda’s new 6e brings the Mazda 6 nameplate into the EV era with Chinese production, a five-door body and ambitions to challenge the Tesla Model 3.
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Nissan Leaf Nismo Debuts With Sharper Chassis and No Power Boost
The new Nissan Leaf Nismo gives the electric family crossover a lower, more aggressive look and chassis upgrades, but it does not add extra motor output.
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Aston Martin’s next generation will use one flexible platform for sports cars and SUVs
Aston Martin is preparing a new modular architecture for models due before the end of the decade, with mild-hybrid combustion power first and electric capability built in for the 2030s.
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BYD Extends Its Global Battery-Electric Sales Lead Over Tesla
BYD delivered 557,090 fully electric vehicles in the second quarter, while Tesla is expected to land near 396,500 deliveries, widening the gap in the global EV race.
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Porsche Says a Fully Electric 911 Is Not in Its Current Future Plan
Porsche has confirmed that its long-running sports-car icon will not become a pure EV under the company’s current strategy, with hybrid technology set to carry the 911 forward instead.
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Polestar Faces U.S. Sales Halt Under Connected-Vehicle Rules
Polestar has been denied approval to sell 2027-model-year vehicles in the United States under new connected-car rules aimed at China-linked manufacturers.
Read moreRenault Megane E-Tech Facelift Brings LFP Battery and 310-Mile Range
Renault has updated the electric Megane with sharper styling, a larger 67kWh LFP battery, claimed 310-mile range, faster charging and new cabin tech.
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