Toyota’s most affordable electric SUV is arriving soon

Toyota is gearing up to launch the new 2026 C-HR any day now. The electric SUV will deliver nearly 300 miles of range, a built-in NACS charging port, and it’s expected to start at under $35,000. Not only is it arriving as Toyota’s cheapest electric SUV, but it will also be among the most affordable… Continue reading Toyota’s most affordable electric SUV is arriving soon

Groundbreaking new Volvo EX60 to smash the 500-mile range barrier

The EX60 will be built on Volvo’s new SPA3 architecture, which is a generation beyond the full-size EX90. Besides its new infotainment software, the EX60 introduces lots of new technologies that help propel it to the top of the class in terms of range and efficiency. These include cell-to-body technology, which mounts the batteries directly into… Continue reading Groundbreaking new Volvo EX60 to smash the 500-mile range barrier

German FAZ: Military trucks worth billions for the defense of NATO010449

The looming fiasco with the FCAS air combat system has overshadowed German-French arms cooperation for months. A decision is still pending as to whether and – if so – how the mega-project consisting of combat aircraft, drones and digital battle clouds will continue. Contrary to plan, Berlin and Paris did not reach an agreement by… Continue reading German FAZ: Military trucks worth billions for the defense of NATO010449

Enter now: Autocar launches Great Women 2026 awards

Entries are now open for Autocar’s Great Women 2026 awards, recognising the motoring industry’s most talented and influential female leaders. Run by Autocar in association with the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), Great Women celebrates the achievements of the most influential women across the motoring sector. At this year’s event, to be held on… Continue reading Enter now: Autocar launches Great Women 2026 awards

Volkswagen Falls to Third Place in China’s Competitive Auto Market

Volkswagen AG VWAGY slipped to third place in China’s auto market last year after being surpassed by Geely Automobile Holdings Limited GELHY, marking another setback for the German carmaker in the world’s largest vehicle market. Per Reuters, Volkswagen had already lost its decade of dominance to BYD Company Limited BYDDY in 2024. The shift highlights… Continue reading Volkswagen Falls to Third Place in China’s Competitive Auto Market

Volkswagen Falls to Third Place in China’s Competitive Auto Market

Volkswagen AG VWAGY slipped to third place in China’s auto market last year after being surpassed by Geely Automobile Holdings Limited GELHY, marking another setback for the German carmaker in the world’s largest vehicle market. Per Reuters, Volkswagen had already lost its decade of dominance to BYD Company Limited BYDDY in 2024. The shift highlights… Continue reading Volkswagen Falls to Third Place in China’s Competitive Auto Market

German FAZ: What the agreement between China and the EU means for consumers010442

The European Commission did not explicitly confirm this. However, on Monday it published “guidelines” on how manufacturers can avoid the current special tariffs on electric cars produced in China. They must commit not to sell the cars below a certain minimum price in Europe. The special tariffs are currently between 7.8 percent and 35.3 percent… Continue reading German FAZ: What the agreement between China and the EU means for consumers010442

German Handelsblatt: VW, BMW, Mercedes: German car manufacturers slide to 13-year low in China – VW only number three012207

Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes-Benz: Under high pressure. Photo: PR (3), Getty Images Dusseldorf. The crisis facing German car manufacturers in China is getting worse. In 2025, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz and BMW delivered fewer vehicles in the People’s Republic than in 13 years. Between January and December, the three companies together sold less than 3.9 million vehicles –… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: VW, BMW, Mercedes: German car manufacturers slide to 13-year low in China – VW only number three012207

German Handelsblatt: VW, BMW, Mercedes: German car manufacturers slide to 13-year low in China – VW only number three012206

Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes-Benz: Under high pressure. Photo: PR (3), Getty Images Dusseldorf. The crisis facing German car manufacturers in China is getting worse. In 2025, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz and BMW delivered fewer vehicles in the People’s Republic than in 13 years. Between January and December, the three companies together sold less than 3.9 million vehicles –… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: VW, BMW, Mercedes: German car manufacturers slide to 13-year low in China – VW only number three012206