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The Nio Firefly EV achieved a five-star rating in the latest Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Program) crash test. The five-door hatchback achieved a 96 percent safety compliance rating for occupant protection in the latest 2025 Euro NCAP test -- the highest among all models evaluated.  For child safety , the Firefly EV scored 87 percent . It also earned 82 percent for pedestrian protection and 86 percent for safety assist systems, demonstrating exceptionally high overall safety performance.  In late July , the Firefly EV achieved all G or higher G+ ratings across four categories in China's latest C-IASI (China Insurance Automotive Safety Index) evaluation, becoming the safest compact car in the assessment.  The Firefly received the highest “G+” (Good+) rating for Occupant Safety Index, Pedestrian Safety Index (Outside the Vehicle), and Vehicle Auxiliary Safety Index. Its “Crashworthiness & Maintenance Economy Index” also achieved a “Good” (G) rating.  ...

On September 4, BMW Group officially announced that the first production model based on the all-new NEUE KLASSE platform —the all-new BMW iX3—will make its global debut on September 5 in Munich, Germany.  As the first production model under the Neue Klasse new generation platform, it achieves breakthroughs in design language, interior technology, powertrain, and range. Teaser images reveal that the all-new BMW iX3 adopts the design style of BMW’s New Class X concept.  The front fascia retains the iconic kidney grille but features a closed-off design that integrates advanced driver-assistance sensors, illuminated trim along the edges, and flattened “Angel Eye” headlights . Unlike the wide-ratio grille used on sedan platforms, this SUV employs a vertically styled kidney grille. Official details regarding interior and powertrain specifications have not yet been released.  Based on available information, the new generation iX3 remains highly consistent with the earlier conc...

American startup Rivian, backed by Amazon and Volkswagen , has announced plans to enter the European market. The first model will be the Rivian R2 electric crossover , slated to reach Europe in 2027  American startup Rivian, backed by Amazon and Volkswagen, has announced plans to enter the European market. The first model will be the Rivian R2 electric crossover , slated to reach Europe in 2027 and aimed squarely at the Tesla Model Y , the continent’s best-selling EV. The R2 is a midsize SUV measuring 4.72 meters in length with a starting price of $45,000. It will be offered in single-, dual-, and tri-motor versions , with the top variant accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in under three seconds. The range will exceed 550 km on the WLTP cycle, and a charge from 10 to 80% is set to take under 30 minutes.  On paper, these figures hit the sweet spot for Europe, balancing brisk performance with everyday usability. Interest has been immense: after its March 2024 debut , the company ...

La versione ad alte prestazioni del Suv elettrico è in vendita ad un prezzo che parte da 61.990 euro . Le prime consegne già programmate per settembre Prodotta in Europa, a Berlino, la Model Y Performance oltre ai nuovi contenuti già introdotti dal restyling di inizio anno aggiunge un' estetica esterna più sportiveggiante che prevede dei paraurti ad hoc e uno spoiler in fibra di carbonio per garantire più stabilità alle alte velocità. All'interno, poi, c'è un nuovo touchscreen da 16 pollici che dispone di quasi l’80% di pixel in più rispetto al display da 15,4 pollici che è in dotazione alle altre varianti della Model Y.  Il focus innovativo della nuova Tesla Performance si concentra, però, nella potenza della vettura stimata in 460 Cv che consentono un’accelerazione da 0 a 100 km/h in 3,5 secondi per una velocità massima di 250 km/h. La cura aerodinamica, inoltre, garantisce un consumo complessivo di 16.2 kWh/100 per un’ autonomia di circa 580 km . Fra i contenutici t...

The Chinese EV maker has officially launched its next-generation P7 electric sedan . Shortly after the launch event concluded, the company announced that the new-generation P7 secured over 10,000 firm orders within the first seven minutes Xpeng rolled out the new P7 today at its headquarters in Guangzhou, with a starting price of 219,800 yuan ($30,700) , significantly below the previously marketed 300,000 yuan target price point. Shortly after the launch event concluded, Xpeng announced that the new-generation P7 secured over 10,000 firm orders within the first seven minutes. The first-generation Xpeng P7 debuted at the April 2019 Shanghai auto show and was officially launched in April 2020, with deliveries commencing in the middle of 2020.  The latest update aims to attract fashion-conscious consumers with a younger, sportier style, following the company's other models that lean more toward the family car market. Xpeng offers four variants of the new-generation P7, priced start...

BYD's Thailand factory has started shipping over 900 units of BYD Dolphin EVs to Europe for the first time, with destinations including the UK, Germany, and Belgium , BYD's Thai subsidiary announced on August 25  BYD has exported vehicles from its Thailand electric vehicle (EV) factory to Europe for the first time. BYD's Thai subsidiary announced on August 25 that its local factory had produced and shipped its first batch of BYD Dolphin EVs to Europe. The first batch of 969 Dolphins left Thailand aboard BYD’s own vessel BYD Zhengzhou , the company's seventh car carrier vessel. This is the first time Zhengzhou has sailed from Thailand to Europe.  The Rayong-based CKD factory , which began operations in July 2024 , is BYD’s first fully-owned passenger car plant outside of China . With an annual production capacity of 150,000 vehicles , the site serves both the local Thai market and overseas exports. The factory is located within the WHA Rayong 36 Industrial Estate s...

At the media event following the pre-sale start of the third-generation Nio ES8 , William Li explained where the company saved the cost to be able to offer such aggressive pricing for its flagship SUV. Li also admitted that survival is the most important thing for the company at present  On August 21, Nio unveiled the all-new ES8. T he ES8 is Nio’s first mass-produced car , launched in 2018. It released its third generation, which starts pre-sale at 416,800 yuan ($58,050) for the 100 kWh battery version, which is 25% lower than the 518,000 yuan ($72,140) starting price of the previous generation ES8. The BaaS price (car without battery) is 308,800 yuan ($43,000). The new ES8 will launch in late September at Nio Day. The following day, Nio officially held a small-scale media group interview in Chengdu. William Li, Ceo of Nio, and Qin Lihong, President of Nio, attended the session. Representing the brand’s executive team, they responded to questions of high interest, such as t...

According to some Chinese sources Maserati and Alfa Romeo are planning to use Chery’s E0X high-performance electric platform as the basis for their future electric models, following the adoption of the E0X platform by the first SUV under Land Rover’s Freelander brand . Another source stated that Chery’s E0X platform and its iCAR brand are currently in negotiations with several European and South Korean automakers. The source added: “Chery’s chassis and platform technologies are increasingly being recognized by international carmakers”.  The E0X platform is one of Chery’s core electrification achievements , developed over four years at a cost of more than RMB 10 billion ($1.4 billion). It supports both battery-electric (BEV) and range-extended electric (EREV ) powertrains. This modular architecture allows for flexible wheelbases between 2850 mm and 3100 mm. It also integrates 800V high-voltage fast-charging technology, enabling a 400-kilometer range increase with just 10 minutes ...

Prices start at 73,800 yuan ($10,270) , with four variants immediately available and a semi-solid-state battery version slated for pricing announcement in September and deliveries before year-end MG Motor, a subsidiary of SAIC Motor, has started pre-sales of the redesigned MG4 compact EV hatchback in China. The all-new MG4 is available for pre-order starting at 73,800 yuan ($10,270), a 47.21 percent reduction from the starting price of 139,800 yuan for its predecessor. The model will offer a variant with semi-solid-state batteries, with pricing to be announced in September and mass production set to begin later this year. The new MG4 measures 4,395 mm in length , 1,842 mm in width, and 1,551 mm in height, with a 2,750 mm wheelbase—an increase over the previous generation.  Exterior updates include a redesigned LED-backlit MG logo , arrow-shaped LED taillights, and six available colours, such as Donglai Purple and Coral Red. Wheel options range between 16 and 17 inches. As ...

The Firefly EV hatchback from Nio will start deliveries in Norway and the Netherlands in 10 days. Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Luxembourg, Poland, and Romania will follow shortly after Nio premium small electric vehicle (EV) brand Firefly will begin its first deliveries in Europe in 10 days, with overseas markets expected to start contributing meaningful sales to the company. On August 14, Firefly will begin deliveries in Norway and the Netherlands, Nio announced today. The Chinese EV maker mentioned the plan while sharing details about the 10th anniversary of its global design center in Munich . Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Luxembourg, Poland, and Romania will follow shortly after.  The Firefly EV is a small car aimed at urban mobility with a 42.1 kWh battery and a 141 hp e-motor . Over the past decade, Nio has entered five markets -- Norway, Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden, and Denmark -- to build a user experience encompassing products, se...

Xpeng will launch its next-generation P7 in Beijing next week. The electric powertrain will be available in single and dual-motor configurations . The refreshed P7 is set to compete with other premium electric sedans in the Chinese market, such as the Xiaomi SU7 and Tesla Model 3 Xpeng will debut its next-generation P7 electric sedan in a week's time, updating one of its most important models. The all-new Xpeng P7 will make its China debut in Beijing on August 6, the EV maker announced. Xpeng has not yet announced the start time for the new P7's debut event, though it typically takes place in the evening Beijing time. XPeng CEO He Xiaopeng stated that the new P7 is positioned as a stylish luxury sedan , a “dream car for the future” created by a collaborative design team from China and abroad.  The company began teasing the new P7 coupé sedan, internally codenamed E29, in May, saying at that time the model would launch in the third quarter, targeting a price point of 300,000...

According to local media, Nissan is considering introducing the N7 electric sedan to the Japanese market. The N7 is the first all-electric model built in China on Dongfeng Nissan’s new energy platform According to local media, Nissan is considering introducing the N7 electric sedan to the Japanese market. Developed under the Dongfeng Nissan joint venture, the N7 is the first all-electric sedan built on Dongfeng Nissan’s new energy platform . While the company has yet to confirm a launch timeline or further details, the potential move signals Nissan’s intent to expand its domestic EV offerings with a model designed initially for the Chinese market . Launching in Japan could broaden Nissan’s appeal to customers seeking a tech-forward EV with upscale features at an accessible price point .  The Dongfeng Nissan N7 officially went on sale in China on April 27 , with five variants priced between 119,900 and 149,900 yuan (approx. $14,000 – 17,500). On May 15 , Dongfeng Nissan’s first new...