Munich. BMW M’s high-performance vehicles will soon deliver the ‘Ultimate Driving Machine’ experience in electric form. From 2027, the BMW M Neue Klasse will usher in a new era in the high-performance vehicle segment and, for the first time, bring BMW M’s motto, “Born on the racetrack. Made for the streets. Core of a passionate… Continue reading @BMW: The beginning of a new era: fully electric BMW M models set unrivalled high-performance standards.004528
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Kelley Blue Book: EV incentives hit record highs in December
Photo: Hyundai EV prices edged down in December just as incentives surged to record highs, a one-two punch that helped drive the strongest monthly EV sales since federal incentives were axed. According to new estimates from Kelley Blue Book, the average transaction price (ATP) for a new EV in December came in at $58,034. That’s… Continue reading Kelley Blue Book: EV incentives hit record highs in December
Clean Technica: Competitors Pull Ahead on Tesla’s Technology Tangents at CES004322
Support CleanTechnica’s work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. Walking the floor of CES, it is easy to become distracted. Although there was a lot of clean technology, there were also a lot of other cool technologies that were not very relevant. Even though I was on my feet from before the exhibit doors… Continue reading Clean Technica: Competitors Pull Ahead on Tesla’s Technology Tangents at CES004322
Driverless Delivery Vans in China Are Rampaging Through Cities Like Grand Theft Auto
Xiaohongshu The future is here, and it’s bouncing all over the back alleys of China. Numerous clips of autonomous delivery vans ripping around cities have swirled on Chinese social media in recent days, showcasing the new technology’s capabilities — as well as its many, many shortcomings. One video which went viral on the Pinterest-like app… Continue reading Driverless Delivery Vans in China Are Rampaging Through Cities Like Grand Theft Auto
Leadshine Achieves Great Success at CES 2026, Entering US and European Robotics Supply Chain
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — From January 6th to 9th, 2026, Leadshine made its debut at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2026) in Las Vegas. As a “full-stack solution provider for humanoid robot core components,” Leadshine captured worldwide attention in the North Hall’s humanoid robot core exhibition area, showcasing its comprehensive family of core… Continue reading Leadshine Achieves Great Success at CES 2026, Entering US and European Robotics Supply Chain
Quad-motor BMW M3 EV to get simulated gearbox, engine note
Synthetic gearshifts and sounds will feature on the first electric M car, an M3 based on its new Neue Klasse EV platform, BMW has said. Due as early as the end of 2027, the quad-motor performance saloon, based on the upcoming i3, will have “a legacy to continue”, said Dominik Suckart, BMW’s high-voltage battery chief. While BMW still “can’t talk about… Continue reading Quad-motor BMW M3 EV to get simulated gearbox, engine note
Škoda Partners with Upstream to Strengthen Cyber Resilience Across Its Connected Vehicle Ecosystem
The partnership centralizes cyber-related intelligence insights, enabling Škoda teams to identify risks earlier, streamline compliance activities, and enhance operational collaboration. BIRMINGHAM, Mich., Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Upstream today announced a strategic partnership with Škoda to support the automaker’s unified, proactive approach to cybersecurity across its connected vehicles, digital services, and supporting systems. As Škoda’s digital footprint expands,… Continue reading Škoda Partners with Upstream to Strengthen Cyber Resilience Across Its Connected Vehicle Ecosystem
XPENG P7+ Makes Its European Debut at Brussels Motor Show, Showcasing Future-Ready Technology and Versatile Capability
BRUSSELS, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — XPENG, a global technology company leading in AI-driven smart electric vehicles and innovation, unveils the XPENG P7+ to European audiences at the 2026 Brussels Motor Show. Marking the next milestone in XPENG’s European journey, the P7+ arrives at a pivotal moment as the industry shifts from horsepower to brainpower… Continue reading XPENG P7+ Makes Its European Debut at Brussels Motor Show, Showcasing Future-Ready Technology and Versatile Capability
Ford F150 Lightning outsold Tesla Cybertruck and was then canceled for not selling enough
The Tesla Cybertruck program is in shambles. The latest data indicate production is running at roughly 10% of its planned capacity. Meanwhile, the Ford F150 Lightning outsold the Tesla Cybertruck in 2025 and was then canceled for not selling enough. Is this what is coming for the Cybertruck? Tesla is actively trying to hide its… Continue reading Ford F150 Lightning outsold Tesla Cybertruck and was then canceled for not selling enough
Tesla gives stock option package worth over $200 million to rare non-Elon ‘critical exec’
Tesla has granted Tom Zhu, its Senior Vice President of Automotive and one of the most critical executives at the company, a massive new stock option package covering over $226 million worth of shares. According to a new SEC filing released yesterday, Zhu received 520,021 stock options with a strike price of $435.80. The grant… Continue reading Tesla gives stock option package worth over $200 million to rare non-Elon ‘critical exec’