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A controlled efficiency test showed a Tesla Model 3 traveling 565 miles on a single charge, outperforming its WLTP rating by 21%. The result underscores how driving style, climate, and vehicle configuration shape real-world EV range.

The EU’s shift from a strict 2035 gas car ban to emissions targets is forcing automakers to rethink long-term plans. Mercedes-Benz warns the changes raise costs and complicate EV investment.

Audi’s 2027 A6 Sportback e-tron and Q6 e-tron receive software-focused updates, including a new charging rest mode, revised infotainment, physical steering controls, and expanded driver tech, without changing range or power.

Karma Automotive plans to launch a fully electric model using semi-solid-state batteries in 2027. By leveraging low-volume production, the niche automaker aims to pilot next-generation battery technology ahead of mass-market adoption.

A new poll shows most Canadians support allowing more Chinese EVs into the market, driven by affordability concerns and limited choices. Rising costs and strong Chinese EV technology are pressuring North American automakers and trade policies.

Ford is developing a $30,000 electric pickup on its new Universal EV Platform, using large unicastings, fewer parts, and aero-focused design to cut costs and compete with global EV leaders.

CATL and Changan aim to introduce the first sodium-ion battery passenger EV by 2026. The technology offers lower costs, improved safety, and exceptional cold-weather performance, signaling a shift toward multi-chemistry EV platforms.

Verge Motorcycles’ solid-state battery EV has drawn attention for bold claims, but shifting delivery timelines, certification hurdles, and industry skepticism suggest the technology may still be far from mass production.

Ford is considering a partnership with Geely on EV technology and European manufacturing, reflecting a broader shift as legacy automakers turn to Chinese expertise to cut costs and speed up EV development.