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La domanda per la Classe G elettrica è deludente e neppure gli sconti non sembrano aumentare le vendite: i clienti preferiscono la G63 . Da inizio 2026 Mercedes ha sospeso temporaneamente gli ordini  Il 2025 è stato un anno record per la Mercedes Classe G. Con 49.700 unità consegnate in tutto il mondo, la serie ha raggiunto i numeri di vendita più alti dalla sua introduzione , quasi 50 anni fa. Solo rispetto al 2024, le vendite sono aumentate del 23%. L'icona del fuoristrada ha registrato una crescita in quasi tutti i suoi mercati principali. Tuttavia, uno sguardo alla distribuzione dei motori rivela una netta preferenza tra gli acquirenti: la G 63, con il suo motore V8 biturbo e quasi 600 Cv (585 Cv), che rappresenta oltre la metà degli ordini totali.  La G 580 EQ , d'altra parte, sta già perdendo rilevanza , nonostante sia stata aggiunta alla gamma solo di recente. Sulla carta, a prima vista, i dati sembrano eccellenti: in Germania, la G 580 EQ ha rappresentato il 13,1% di ...

The Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker has concluded winter testing of the company’s largest and most expensive SUV ahead of April unveiling event Nio has concluded winter testing of its upcoming ES9, the company’s largest and most expensive SUV. “ES9 winter testing 2026. Mission accomplished,” Nio principal chief engineer Danilo Teobaldi wrote on LinkedIn Thursday while sharing images from the testing campaign.  The engineering team tested the model in Yakeshi, a city in the Hulun Buir region of north China’s Inner Mongolia autonomous region that serves as a benchmark base for automotive winter testing in China. It is well-known as one of the coldest places in China, with temperatures dropping below -30°C.  The tests included snow flats, snow and ice circles, ice flats, bumpy roads, gradients, and handling tracks, allowing engineers to verify safety features including anti-lock braking, electronic stability control, and traction control systems. Yakeshi is expected to r...

The Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker has commenced pre-sales in China for the battery electric vehicle (BEV) variant of the X9, following the rollout of an extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) version for the multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) two months ago. The 2026 X9 BEV is the world's longest-range pure-electric seven-seater , with a maximum CLTC range of 750 km , the company said  Xpeng has commenced pre-sales in China for the battery electric vehicle (BEV) variant of the X9, following the rollout of an extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) version for the multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) two months ago. The company began accepting consumer reservations for the 2026 seven-seat X9 BEV on Thursday, offering five variants in both FWD and AWD : 665 Max, 650 Ultra SE, 650 Ultra, 750 Ultra, and 710 AWD Ultra.  The company has not disclosed pre-sales pricing. Consumers can place an order for the X9 BEV with a 2,000 yuan ($288) deposit , which will be applied as a 7,000 yuan ($1,007) ...

Modelli come la Mazda MX-5 o la Ford Mustang e, nel segmento premium, la Porsche 911 sono ancora popolari tra le coupé e le sportive a cielo aperto, ma le più vendute di tutte sono la Mini è una che non ti aspetteresti: V W T-Roc Cabrio   Per scaricare il listino di Mini Cooper Cabrio clicca qui  t.ly/lixz3 Per scaricare il listino di VW T-Roc Cabrio clicca qui  t.ly/vDeee A sinistra: Mini Cooper Cabrio. A destra: Volkswagen T-Roc Cabrio Le coupé erano un segmento popolare decenni fa , soprattutto negli anni ottanta e novanta. Praticamente tutti i marchi avevano una coupé basata su un modello esistente, nel caso della Opel Calibra che proveniva dalla Vectra, dalla Puma originale proveniente dalla Fiesta o dalla Mégane Coupé, ovviamente derivata dalla Mégane standard con carrozzeria berlina. Dall'inizio del secolo è iniziato il declino di questi modelli, prima con l' ascesa di monovolume e multispazio e poi con quello dei SUV . Alcuni modelli sono riusciti a durare nel ...

From the teaser image released today, this new all-electric sedan continues MG’s signature sporty genes, featuring a dynamic fastback coupé design. It is widely speculated that this model is likely the all-electric version of the MG7  The SAIC-owned passenger car brand MG, with British origins, released a teaser image for a brand-new all-electric sedan today. From the teaser image, this new all-electric sedan continues MG’s signature sporty genes, featuring a dynamic fastback coupe design. The lidar unit mounted on the roof is a core highlight of the new car, hinting that it will be equipped with a high-level intelligent driving assistance system.  On the body sides, it features semi-hidden door handles, and the fenders are marked with the “07” badge. It is widely speculated that this model is likely the all-electric version of the MG7.  MG7 For reference, the 2026 model year fuel-powered MG7 was launched on the 6th of this month. Positioned as a mid-size coupe , it o...

Competition in China’s new-energy SUV market saw notable shifts in December 2025. While Tesla and Xiaomi retained the top two positions , rankings from second to eighth experienced varying degrees of reshuffling, and several new entrants appeared on the list.  Overall, the Tesla Model Y remained the undisputed best-selling SUV in China across all powertrains, with single-model sales exceeding 400,000 units annually—placing it far ahead of rivals in the NEV SUV segment.  Xiaomi’s YU7 emerged as the year’s standout dark horse. With less than six months of deliveries since launch, cumulative sales have already surpassed 150,000 units, while December deliveries surged to nearly 40,000 units, cementing its status as a breakout hit.  Nearly half of the Top 10 models came from BYD , underscoring the automaker’s strong market pull. The inclusion of new-generation brands such as NIO and Li Auto also highlights the relative success of their product strategies.  By contrast...

The joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and Geely will unveil the two-seat Smart #2 mini electric vehicle (EV) prototype concept ca r at the 2026 Beijing auto show in late April. The production version will officially enter Chinese and European markets by the end of 2026  Smart, the joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and Geely, will debut the two-seat Smart #2 mini electric vehicle (EV) prototype concept car at the 2026 Beijing auto show in late April, following its revealing last September. Smart announced the plan over the weekend , with the production version of the Smart #2 slated for launch within 2026. The 19th Beijing International Automotive Exhibition ( Auto China 2026 ) will take place in Beijing from April 24 to May 3, 2026.   The Smart #2 was first teased in China in early September as the fourth model in the brand’s EV line. It’s worth noting that Smart is currently a 50:50 joint venture between Geely and Mercedes-Benz, established in 2019. It is headquartered...

Sabato 24 e domenica 25 gli showroom italiani organizzano il primo “porte aperte” dedicato alla presentazione al pubblico della terza generazione del modello più venduto della Casa francese. Prezzi a partire da 18.900 euro per la TCe a benzina e da 24.900 euro per la full hybrid E-Tech  Per scaricare i prezzi clicca qui  t.ly/kFH1C Per scaricare il listino clicca qui  t.ly/ILWl1 COME È FATTA La sesta generazione del modello della Casa francese più venduto in Europa è un’auto completamente nuova anche se Renault continua a utilizzare come base la stessa piattaforma (CMF-B) della Clio 2019, quella di quinta generazione. Si riconosce per il nuovo frontale e per la coda con il lunotto fortemente inclinato. Gli i nterni ridisegnati propongono, ad eccezione della versione base, due schermi da 10,1” ciascuno: quello a centro plancia e orientato verso il guidatore permette di gestire e visualizzare le informazioni del sistema multimediale Open R Link con Google integrato (...

The sub-brand of Nio has named the two new L90 variants the "Ma Dao Cheng Gong" (马到成功) edition , a Chinese phrase signifying blessings for success and smooth progress. Prices start at 296,800 yuan ($42,620). Under the BaaS (Battery as a Service) plan the starting price is 210,800 yuan ($30,228)  Onvo, a sub-brand of Nio, has launched new special edition variants for its L90 large EV Suv to celebrate the upcoming Chinese Year of the Horse, following a similar move for the L60 EV Suv . Onvo has named the two new L90 variants the "Ma Dao Cheng Gong" (马到成功) edition, a Chinese phrase signifying blessings for success and smooth progress, mirroring its approach with the L60 midsize Suv last week.  The L90 special edition offers Max and Ultra options : both special edition variants are exclusively available with a 6-seat configuration and do not apply to the 7-seat variant. They come standard with exclusive horse-themed interior and exterior styling packages , with display...

Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) today announced the creation of the Sébastien Ogier 9x World Champion Edition special edition of the GR Yaris: a special-edition vehicle that commemorates driver Ogier's ninth WRC title and tying of the all-time WRC record. The model is available in a limited run of 100 units for the Japanese market and is also be released in Europe in a limited run of 100 units  Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) today announced the creation of the Sébastien Ogier 9x World Champion Edition special edition of the GR Yaris.  The special-edition model was developed to celebrate Ogier's victory and a remarkable milestone etched into rally history , as well as to express gratitude to all the fans who support and cheer on TGR-WRT. The GR Yaris Sébastien Ogier 9x World Champion Edition for the Japanese market is to be available in a total of 100 units through a purchasing lottery , with applications accepted from spring 2026 via the TGR official smartphone application "GR app...