BYD’s first electric kei car received over 1,000 orders in just two weeks after it went on sale.
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BYD’s first electric kei car received over 1,000 orders in just two weeks after it went on sale.
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Kia’s first electric van is already a top seller, but the larger PV7 is set to launch soon, which could prove to be an even “bigger” hit. Here’s a closer look at it.
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Insurance costs likely aren’t the first thing that comes to mind when shopping for a new electric or hybrid vehicle, but it is something you should consider. Here are the top 10 most affordable EVs and hybrids to insure for 2026.
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Subaru’s big EV incentives have helped boost sales, but they’re quickly taking a toll on the company’s profits.
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The PV5 now accounts for over one-third of Europe’s small electric van market. Kia’s first electric van has quickly become the most popular e-LCV across Europe and the UK.
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BYD launched the new Yangwang U8L Premium Edition in China with four captain’s seats, starting at around $215,000.
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Toyota announced prices for the 2027 C-HR start at $37,080, or $2,100 more than its first electric SUV.
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The new Hyundai IONIQ 6 is now on sale in Turkey with an updated design, new tech, and a longer driving range.
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BMW is hurrying to ramp up production of the new i3 after opening orders early due to stronger-than-expected demand.
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Ford revealed that its affordable midsize electric pickup will be named Fathom, with prices starting at just $28,350.
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Toyota’s larger electric SUV starts at $45,380 and comes standard with a dual-motor all-wheel drive (AWD) system delivering a combined 375 hp.
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BYD announced that prices for the Denza D9 will start at £75,000 ($101,000) in the UK, undercutting other luxury MPVs on the market.
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GM and SAIC Motor extended their joint venture partnership in China for another 20 years. Beyond China, SAIC-GM will begin exporting Buick vehicles overseas later this year.
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The 2027 Chevy Blazer EV is the same price as the outgoing model, despite gaining a NACS port and additional features.
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The 2027 Toyota bZ will begin arriving at dealerships in September, starting at $34,980.
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Hyundai shut down rumors that the IONIQ 6 N has been canceled for the US. The IONIQ 6 N is still on track to launch by the end of 2026.
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The Trailseeker is already outselling the Solterra and Subaru’s other electric vehicles just months after its launch.
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Audi is reviving the A2 name for its new entry-level electric vehicle. With its debut just around the corner, Audi revealed a few more details about the new ultra-efficient EV.
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BYD opened pre-orders for the new Denza Z9S in China, touting what it calls “the world’s longest pure electric range” of 1,100 km (683 mi), with prices starting under $50,000.
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Hyundai is preparing to open orders for the IONIQ 3 throughout the second half of 2026. With mass production set to begin in Mid-August, Hyundai plans to sell over 40,000 next year.
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Volvo is preparing to launch the EX50 in the US, an entry-level electric SUV aimed at the Tesla Model Y that will start at under $50,000.
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Hyundai and Kia’s record sales streak in the US continued in July with electrified vehicles driving growth.
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The Qin Max is a “completely different new B-segment fast-charging sedan,” BYD claims. Ahead of its official launch next month, BYD released new images, offering a look at it inside and out.
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Hyundai unveiled the new Neira Concept, a seven-seat electric minivan, at GIIAS 2026.
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