November 05, 2026
When their current generation ends, the Range Rover Evoque and Velar will not be replaced. Instead, the much higher-positioned Range Rover GT will serve as the brand’s entry-level model. Range Rover’s managing director Martin Limbert confirmed to the British magazine Autocar that there will be no direct replacement for the two models. The production of […]
November 05, 2026
German carmaker BMW Group reported a nearly 15% drop in third-quarter net profit on Wednesday, after weak sales in China and a profit warning issued the day before. The consequences will also be felt in China: according to Chinese media, 1,800 jobs will disappear at the BMW Brilliance joint venture. The Munich-based company said net […]
November 05, 2026
Ferrari’s controversial first fully electric car continues to defy its critics. After reports that its initial 2026 production was already sold out and a unique example fetched an astonishing $40 million at auction, Ferrari has officially confirmed that its entire worldwide Luce allocation for 2027 is sold out. But how many cars does that represent, […]
November 05, 2026
A leaked internal document suggests Kia is preparing another electric SUV, provisionally called the EV7, to fill the gap between the EV5, EV6, and flagship EV9. The Korean manufacturer’s rapidly expanding electric lineup is already paying off in Europe, with battery-electric registrations soaring by 58% this year. But is there enough room for yet another […]
November 04, 2026
Chinese premium EV maker Zeekr is preparing another update of its 001 electric shooting brake, potentially introducing battery technology capable of charging almost completely in under nine minutes. But while Chinese customers benefit from increasingly rapid technological advances, European buyers are still offered a considerably slower-charging version. The new Zeekr 001 has appeared in the […]
November 04, 2026
After earlier speculation about the name of the production version of the ID. Every1, German sources now seem to confirm the € 20.000 electric Volkswagen will be called ID. Up. The smallest VW EV is expected to come on the market in 2027. While initial speculation suggested it would be called ID.1, the German brand’s […]
November 03, 2026
Dacia unveiled its new Striker in July, promising a spacious family crossover for less than €25,000. Now that Belgian order books have opened, the Romanian Renault Group brand has gone one better: prices start at just €22,490, some €2,500 below the initial indication. The aggressive pricing puts the 4.62-meter Striker firmly in the territory of […]
November 02, 2026
BYD has released footage of its 3,000 hp electric Yangwang U9 Xtreme crashing during testing on a closed track in China. The car was destroyed, but the test pilot was uninjured. The release of the crash footage coincides with the confirmation that BYD’s electric supercar will attempt to break a top speed of 500 km/h. […]
November 02, 2026
Alphabet’s self-driving taxi company, Waymo, is adding the Toyota bZ4X to its robotaxi lineup. Toyota will build a custom version of the electric SUV with the ‘Waymo Driver ‘integrated right on the line in Japan, and a test fleet will start operating there in 2027. It’s the first actual vehicle to come out of the […]
November 02, 2026
Volkswagen is temporarily pausing development work on the future ID. Golf. The automaker cites cost pressure as the reason and plans to resume work as soon as it secures the necessary investments. Volkswagen has temporarily suspended development work on the electric ID. Golf. Brand CEO Thomas Schäfer first announced the pause in an internal interview, […]
October 30, 2026
Kia will build its first hydrogen-powered vehicle from 2029, a fuel-cell version of the Carnival minivan. It is the first time the car maker has committed to building a hydrogen driveline, putting it in the same camp as sister brand Hyundai, where Toyota and BMW remain. Kia’s hydrogen surfaced unusually. Where automotive news these days […]
October 30, 2026
Chinese EV manufacturer XPENG has launched its new L05 family SUV at a remarkably low starting price of $21,720 in China. The nearly 4.9-meter-long electric crossover promises generous space, advanced AI technology, and up to 635 km of range. It is also coming to Belgium in 2027, with European specifications and prices to be revealed […]
October 29, 2026
After a first failed attempt to conquer the European market, Chinese manufacturer Great Wall Motor (GWM) is taking a second chance. It will start vehicle production in Bulgaria in the first quarter of 2027, plans to launch 10 new models over 2 years, and expand into multiple European markets, including Belgium. GWM has been active […]
October 29, 2026
Toyota is preparing an entirely new generation of hybrid powertrains promising more than 15% better fuel economy. It is an impressive engineering ambition from the company that pioneered mass-market hybrids. But as the automotive industry moves toward fully electric vehicles, is Toyota perfecting a technology whose days are numbered? And how much will private buyers […]
October 27, 2026
What happens when a Chinese luxury car brand leaves behind the technology partner that helped define its identity? Chery is preparing to bring its premium Luxeed marque to international markets, including Europe, with six electrified models. But there is a remarkable twist: unlike their Chinese counterparts, the export versions will feature none of Huawei’s sophisticated […]
October 27, 2026
In the U.S., Ford has opened order books for the 2027 Mustang Mach-E and introduced a new Trail version designed for light off-road driving. The larger extended-range battery is now included as standard. Previously, Ford offered an 88 kWh battery as an optional upgrade for the 2026 Mustang Mach-E. For 2027, it now comes as […]
October 27, 2026
Chinese EV maker NIO has opened its 22nd battery-swapping station in Germany, bringing its European network to 61. But behind the promise of a fully charged battery in just three minutes lies an uncomfortable reality: too few compatible cars, limited use of expensive infrastructure, and little sign of further expansion. Belgium illustrates the dilemma particularly […]
October 26, 2026
Volvo Cars will cut 2,500 jobs, mostly in its home country of Sweden, as the group seeks to slash costs amid tough competition from Chinese automakers and as tariffs and weak demand hit U.S. sales. The company, majority-owned by China’s Geely, reported an adjusted operating loss of 3.7 billion Swedish crowns (€333 million) for the […]
October 26, 2026
Chinese car manufacturer BYD is preparing to unveil an ultra-luxury electric limousine under its Yangwang brand in the United Arab Emirates, reportedly in Dubai on November 5. The new flagship, codenamed ‘HU’, could cost around €250,000 in China, underscoring the group’s ambitions. But could it also challenge established luxury brands such as Mercedes-Maybach and Rolls-Royce […]
October 23, 2026
BMW is preparing to introduce its first three-row (six- or seven-seater) electric SUV. With its official debut coming up, the iX7 was spotted testing, offering a sneak peek at the full-size luxury SUV. The test mule ran alongside the current X7 M60, the 523-horsepower V8 flagship that tops BMW’s SUV range. The iX7 is the […]
October 21, 2026
BYD has officially launched its second-generation Seagull in China, combining five-minute charging with a price under €10,000. Even more remarkably, the entry-level version starts at around €8,400, despite being much larger and better equipped than its predecessor. Could the next European Dolphin Surf challenge the continent’s cheapest electric cars below €20,000? BYD launched the new […]
October 21, 2026
Research commissioned by Auto5 shows that 63% of drivers choose tires based on price. 33% look for the best deal by comparing options online, although only 24% buy them online. Auto5 warns that focusing solely on the cost of new tires isn’t always the best long-term choice. The Auto5 study also says 65% of drivers are […]
October 21, 2026
BYD is preparing to launch the next-generation Tang, an electric five-seat SUV and successor to the model currently offered in Belgium. Whether the new model will join the European line-up has not been confirmed at the moment. The Tang SUV was the first-ever car BYD brought to Europe, with sales starting in EV-country Norway as […]
October 20, 2026
Subaru has shown a camouflaged version of its first fully in-house developed electric vehicle. The Japanese carmaker is seeking to move away from its rebadged Toyota strategy for its electric lineup. Subaru says it developed the underlying technologies in roughly half the usual time. Two years ago, Subaru claimed that putting an EV family on […]
October 20, 2026
As part of its ‘Sportwagenschmiede ’35’ strategic realignment, Porsche is presenting a forward-looking vision model, the Mission S, as a first glimpse of the brand’s evolved design identity. It represents a mid-engined super sports car platform positioned above the 911. Unfortunately for Porsche, the New York launch coincided with Tesla’s long-awaited roadster reveal. The ‘flying’ […]
October 19, 2026
Chinese automotive giant Changan is expanding its European offensive with the NEVO Q05, an affordable electric family SUV offering up to 450 km of range. Unveiled at the Paris Motor Show, it will reach European showrooms in early 2027. Meanwhile, Changan is adding plug-in hybrids to its Deepal range and exploring production in Europe. But […]
October 19, 2026
American Time Magazine has included the bicycle airbag from Turnhout-based company Aerobag on its list of the best inventions of 2026. The system protects cyclists in a fall by inflating an airbag around the neck and upper body in just 100 milliseconds. The Aerobag has been in development for six years. The system is integrated into […]
October 19, 2026
While European carmakers struggle to make electric vehicles affordable, China’s BYD is pushing in the opposite direction: offering luxury, performance, and cutting-edge technology at prices that seem almost impossible by European standards. Its new Da Han electric flagship promises up to 1,008 km of range, nearly 500 hp, and nine-minute charging for the equivalent of […]
October 19, 2026
A few months after its electric GT 4-Door Coupé, Mercedes-AMG now launches the SUV version, first announced two years ago. The spec sheet of the AMG brand’s second electric model is equally impressive. Prices start at €116,160 on the Belgian market. The design translates the GT’s lines and details to an SUV body. With a […]
October 16, 2026
Nine years after its original unveiling, Tesla has finally shown a radically redesigned Roadster that can drive upside down, accelerate like a rocket, and even perform aerial flips. The Texas demonstration was undeniably spectacular. But behind Elon Musk’s latest technological extravaganza lie some uncomfortable questions about broken promises, road legality, and whether customers will ever […]
October 15, 2026
BMW plans to establish state-of-the-art production of power electronics and inverter components at its Steyr plant in Austria by 2029. This initiative aims to strengthen the Steyr plant’s technological expertise, increase value creation within the company, and further anchor key electric-mobility know-how in Austria. By the planned start of production in summer 2029, BMW aims […]
October 15, 2026
At the Paris Motor Show, Avatr confirmed rumors that it will enter Europe next year, starting in select markets. Within three years, the brand promises six models in the higher end of the market. But it risks becoming a leap of faith, reminiscent of Hongqi’s failed plans. Launching first in Norway and Spain, Avatr will […]
October 14, 2026
At the 2026 Paris Motor Show, Xpeng unveils its new flagship, the G9L. The large electric SUV is available to order now, with a starting price of €74.990 in the Belgian market. The G9L has to support Xpeng’s claims to the premium segment. It launches as Xpeng grows in Europe while facing tough competition in […]
October 14, 2026
Tesla’s second most popular model after the Model Y SUV, the Model 3 sedan, is getting an update. No major changes like the ‘Highland’ update three years ago, but small improvements with no price increase. The updates could read like a case of ‘staying ahead’, since Tesla seems to be on a roll. It delivered […]
October 13, 2026
Alpine, the sporty branch of the Renault Group, has unveiled the A310 Vision at the Paris Motor Show 2026. The electric sports car concept harks back to the original A310, which was launched exactly 55 years ago in 4-cylinder trim, and 50 years ago in the iconic V6 form. While Alpine is still working on […]
October 13, 2026
BYD is bringing its ultra-fast Flash Charging technology to its European model range with the new Atto 8, a seven-seat electric SUV unveiled at the Paris Motor Show. Known in China as the Tang L, it takes over the flagship position currently occupied by the Tang, sold in Belgium from €72,000. Offering up to 653 […]
October 13, 2026
As announced by the brand on many occasions, Smart kept its promise and revealed the production version of the #2 at the Paris Motor Show. Compared to its predecessor, the range has doubled, but the price has remained the same. Is the new two-seater a remedy for inflation? Adamant fans will not be disappointed. The […]
October 12, 2026
VW has unveiled its new electric ID. Tiguan to replace the ID.4 in early 2027. The more recognizable nameplate has to appeal to a broader range of customers in one of the most crucial vehicle segments. The new model also has to erase bad memories of some of the less-appreciated choices VW made for the […]
October 09, 2026
Renault’s strategy to make its electric models more affordable is taking shape. Following similar improvements to the Renault 5 in August, the French carmaker is introducing a new entry-level Renault 4 with a smaller LFP battery, a less powerful electric motor and a Belgian starting price of €27,600. That is €2,300 below the Renault 4’s […]
October 09, 2026
The reborn Freelander brand, jointly developed by Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) and China’s Chery, has officially confirmed Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands among its European target markets. But the international Freelander 8 will be considerably different from the powerful Chinese version: its battery is almost halved, while output drops from 818 to 617 hp. As […]
October 08, 2026
Toyota has launched the second-generation Sora, a hydrogen-powered fuel cell bus for public transport. Built in collaboration with Isuzu, it promises more range thanks to improved efficiency. But will it be able to convince European customers? While zero-emission buses in Europe are mostly battery-electric, hydrogen-powered fuel cell solutions can be seen as a viable alternative […]
October 08, 2026
BMW continues to expand its ‘Neue Klasse’ family with the new iX4, a sporty electric SUV coupé positioned between the iX3 and the larger iX5. The model will launch in three all-wheel-drive variants, including the 450 kW iX4 M60 xDrive top version, which will also arrive in the iX3. Prices for the iX4 start at […]
October 07, 2026
Registrations of new speed pedelecs during the summer months were, on average, just under 20% higher than last year. As a result, the total figure for the first nine months – 12,293 units – is a remarkable 13.4% higher than in 2025, and 14% higher than in 2024. “If this rapid growth continues over the […]
October 07, 2026
Jaguar has officially unveiled its long-awaited Type 01 purely electric car in New York on Tuesday, October 6. The manufacturer is attempting to repeat the past, not with copycat styling from its bin of classics, but with a car so bold it turns heads like the sleek E-Type sports car once did. The Type 01 […]
October 06, 2026
Geopolitical uncertainty, high interest rates, and equally high gasoline prices are making consumers hesitate when buying a car. Private customers, in particular, are looking for good deals more than ever; they gather thorough information and want maximum certainty. Yet they keep buying cars, mostly used ones, including electric vehicles. Private individuals consistently focus on a car’s […]
October 06, 2026
After mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, Skoda now adds two ‘full hybrid’ variants to its Octavia offering. It’s a first for Skoda and still a rarity within the Volkswagen Group, although that is likely to change. Since its launch in 1996, exactly 30 years ago, the Skoda Octavia has been offered with an extensive […]
October 05, 2026
The BMW Group provided a first glimpse of its plans at its Capital Market Day 2026. The aim is to strengthen the company’s resilience and enhance the competitiveness of its structures. In this way, the BMW Group is preparing to face increasingly challenging market conditions in the years ahead. To achieve this, the company is […]
October 02, 2026
After entering the European market with cars under the MG brand, the Chinese SAIC group is now bringing electric buses to the old continent under the same brand name. And the specifications could give the competition reason to worry. MG Commercial has announced it will start selling electric buses in Europe. There is a growing […]
October 02, 2026
Five months after Hyundai unveiled the China-developed IONIQ V, the electric fastback has now reached Chinese showrooms. Its most striking feature is no longer its futuristic styling or 800-volt architecture, but its price: even the version offering up to 650 kilometers of range costs less than €17,000 in China. Beijing Hyundai officially launched the IONIQ […]
October 02, 2026
At its Capital Market Day 2026, the BMW Group provided deep insights into its corporate strategy. Among other announcements, the Munich-based automaker said it will unveil the all-electric iX4 later this year and plans to launch an electric compact car based on the Neue Klasse platform the year after next. The model will likely be […]
October 01, 2026
Yet another Chinese EV brand is knocking on Europe’s door, but this very young AIVA comes with unusually heavyweight parents. The brand, backed by Seres and battery giant CATL, has chosen Paris for the global debut of its first production model, the ME7. European sales, however, have not yet been confirmed. AIVA was created in […]
October 01, 2026
A month after the electric Range Rover was revealed, the brand now launches the electric variant of its more dynamic ‘Sport’ model. The Range Rover Sport Electric gets the same technical specifications as its bigger brother, but at a price that brings it closer to its main competitors. The EV model retains the dimensions and […]
October 01, 2026
BYD is radically overhauling its cheapest electric car. The second-generation Seagull, sold in Europe as the Dolphin Surf, grows by more than 40 centimeters, gains considerably more power, and moves upmarket with features including a massage seat, a sizeable frunk, and optional LiDAR. In European terms, the little Chinese city EV is emerging as a […]
September 30, 2026
BMW has unveiled its new 3 Series, which for the first time includes an electric sedan, the i3. Based on the Neue Klasse platform, the i3 shares its technical toolkit with the iX3 SUV but pulls ahead on range. The Munich-based automaker is calling for a starting price of €59,900 in Germany (€58,450 in Belgium), […]
September 29, 2026
Volkswagen has confirmed what unions already leaked at the beginning of the year: its facelifted ID. 4 will return as the ID. Tiguan. The German carmaker has released camouflaged photos ahead of the world premiere in October, around the Paris Motor Show. Change in strategy As we reported back in January, IG Metall first let […]
September 28, 2026
Alpine presents an artistic vision that hints, in sculptural form, at the bodywork design elements that will define the third, electric generation of the Alpine A110. An original artistic gesture based on the technical foundations of the all-new APP (Alpine Performance Platform), seen in action this summer at the Goodwood Festival of Speed through a […]
September 28, 2026
Kia is fitting its PV5 Chassis Cab with an optional 71.2 kWh battery, nearly 40 percent larger than the 51.5 kWh pack the conversion-friendly van launched with late last year. The long-range version of the PV5 keeps the 120 kW motor and adds 10-80 percent DC fast charging in about 30 minutes, with a full […]
September 28, 2026
BMW’s Gen6 high-voltage battery, a key technology of the Neue Klasse, has been recognized as a “Global New Energy Vehicle Innovative Technology” at the 2026 World New Energy Vehicle Congress (WNEVC) in China. The judges recognized the key technologies of the BMW Gen6 high-voltage battery based on the new BMW round cells with a high-nickel […]
September 24, 2026
A few days before the official introduction of the first fully electric Bentley, the Torcal, a set of near-official pictures has leaked, thanks to the unstoppable hunger for exclusive news from sites like Cochespias. Bentley reacted by officially unveiling the car three days later, so in this update we replace the ‘spy photos’ with the […]
September 24, 2026
Nissan presents its electric microcar as the Pixo. It is closely related to the Renault Twingo Electric and the new Dacia Spring. All three electric vehicles will roll off the production line at the Renault plant in Novo Mesto, Slovenia. Nissan is scheduled to start deliveries of the Pixo in early 2027. Pricing remains a […]
