Volkswagen
How VW is developing its ID1 low-cost EV at ‘China speed’

VW is accelerating the development time of the VW ID1 as Chinese newcomers and traditional European rivals target the market for affordable small EVs.

How VW is developing its ID1 low-cost EV at ‘China speed’
Focus on Electrification
BYD Seagull spinoff joins Europe’s fast-growing small EV sector
BYD Seagull spinoff joins Europe’s fast-growing small EV sector
Toyota
Toyota adds cheaper RAV4 plug-in hybrid version in Europe to broaden SUV’s appeal
Toyota adds cheaper RAV4 plug-in hybrid version in Europe to broaden SUV’s appeal
Porsche
Porsche investors call for CEO Blume to drop dual Porsche-VW role
Porsche investors call for CEO Blume to drop dual Porsche-VW role

Focus on Electrification

CategoryFocus on Electrification
BYD Seagull spinoff joins Europe’s fast-growing small EV sector
ImageBYD Seagull spinoff joins Europe’s fast-growing small EV sector
CategoryVolkswagen
VW to roll out cheaper MEB Plus platform using LFP batteries
ImageVW to roll out cheaper MEB Plus platform using LFP batteries
CategoryBatteries
U.K. announces $1.3B AESC gigafactory funding deal
ImageU.K. announces $1.3B AESC gigafactory funding deal
Renault
Renault 4 EV offers more spacious alternative to sleek sister model
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Cars & Concepts

Toyota adds bZ4X Touring electric crossover to European lineup

The bZ4X Touring, which will launch next year, has one-third more cargo space than the standard bZ4X. It is a sister vehicle to the Subaru Trailseeker and will be sold in the U.S. as the bZ Woodland.

Toyota adds bZ4X Touring electric crossover to European lineup
China’s Chery, with eye on BYD, MG, accelerates Omoda and Jaecoo’s Europe model offensive
Genesis GV60 Magma spied flexing performance chops at Nürburgring
Jeep Compass gains size, adds EV in bid to increase sales
Legendary designer Giorgetto Giugiaro honored with Automotive News Centennial Award for design

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How Bentley plans to stay highly profitable amid U.S. tariffs, China slowdown and EV transition

CEO Frank-Steffen Walliser, who started in the role last summer, says that Bentley's plan to annually debut a plug-in or full-electric car "leaves room for flexibility.'

How Bentley plans to stay highly profitable amid U.S. tariffs, China slowdown and EV transition
Dacia CEO: With Bigster, we can compete in Europe’s tough compact SUV segment
Fiat eyes global success with first world car in 8 years
Aston Martin ‘has to be fixed’ in 12 to 18 months, CEO Adrian Hallmark says
BMW tech boss shares keys to big EV lead over Mercedes and Audi
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