Industry & MarketsNio ES9 Nears 30,000 Deliveries as Flagship Push Gains Momentum
Nio's ES9 is expected to reach 30,000 cumulative deliveries this week, adding momentum to the brand's flagship lineup in China's premium EV segment.
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EV NewsHuawei-Backed Luxeed RX Electric SUV Set for September 28 Debut
Luxeed, backed by Huawei, will launch its RX electric SUV on September 28, with pre-sales starting at 269,800 yuan after a smaller-battery option was added.
EV NewsNio Expands ES8 Lineup With New Wheel and Brake Package
Nio introduces a new wheel and brake caliper package for the ES8, priced at 25,800 yuan ($3,820) on the entry-level variant, a year after launch.
EV NewsHarvard Study Projects US EV Sales Could Hit 38% by 2030 Despite Policy Headwinds
Harvard economists now forecast US EV sales could reach 38% by 2030, up from an earlier 32% estimate, despite last year's federal policy shift.
Industry & MarketsMusk's Boring Company Pushes Austin-San Antonio Hyperloop Vision Again
The Boring Company revives a Hyperloop proposal linking Austin and San Antonio, but past announced projects have often failed to get built.
Classic CarsThe Final U-Code: A 1974 Dodge Charger SE 440 Survivor
A 1974 Dodge Charger SE 440, identified as the last U-Code example built, represents the final chapter of classic Mopar muscle before the segment shifted toward luxury.
Industry & MarketsChina's Agricultural Drone Fleet Operates at Roughly 30 Times U.S. Scale
China began 2026 with about 309,000 plant-protection drones and logged some 203 million hectare-treatments in 2025 — roughly 30 times U.S. agricultural drone activity.
EV NewsTesla Revives $50,000 Roadster Deposits Weeks Before Its Big Reveal
Tesla has reopened $50,000 deposits for its next-gen Roadster, roughly two weeks before an October 1 unveiling near Waco, Texas.
Industry & MarketsLincoln Nautilus: The Hidden Cost of Its Foreign Assembly
Lincoln's Nautilus is built in China, and that affects repair costs and resale value. Here's what buyers need to know before purchasing.
Hybrid & PHEVJETOUR Bets on Hybrid SUVs and Local Ties to Crack Malaysia
JETOUR is building its Malaysia strategy around hybrid SUVs and local partnerships, targeting family buyers seeking efficiency without full electrification.
Classic CarsCoach Built Luxury: The 1976 Cadillac Castilian Wagon That Cadillac Never Sold
A coach built 1976 Cadillac Castilian Wagon shows how custom builders filled the luxury wagon gap Cadillac left open during the 1970s.
Classic CarsA 1956 Chevrolet Nomad That Blends Wagon Practicality with V8 Punch
This 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad pairs Tri-Five styling with a V8 and four-speed manual, a rare combo from Chevy's short-lived sport wagon experiment.
Industry & MarketsHonda CR-V Surges Past Toyota RAV4 as Production Woes Hit Rival
Honda CR-V overtakes Toyota RAV4 in sales amid production issues, signaling a potential shift in the compact SUV market.
Industry & MarketsChery Reportedly Studies Bringing Omoda and Jaecoo Back Home to China
Chery is reportedly weighing whether to launch its export-focused Omoda and Jaecoo brands in China, aiming them at the premium segment to lift domestic sales.
Industry & MarketsCalifornia Diesel Prices Hit $10 a Gallon as Some Stations Run Dry
California diesel prices reach about $10 a gallon and social media reports suggest some stations have run out of diesel entirely, adding pressure on drivers.
Industry & MarketsSkoda's Klaus Zellmer Named New Volvo CEO as Hakan Samuelsson Steps Aside
Klaus Zellmer, current Skoda CEO, will replace Hakan Samuelsson as Volvo's chief executive, according to Automotive News.
EV NewsVolkswagen Debuts LiDAR-Equipped Electric SUV in China at Under $20,000
FAW-Volkswagen launches the ID. AURA T6, its first LiDAR-equipped electric SUV in China, starting at 129,900 yuan with up to 660 km CLTC range.
Industry & MarketsVolvo Taps Škoda's Zellmer to Lead Turnaround as New CEO
Volvo Car appoints Škoda boss Martin Zellmer as its new CEO to steer a major restructuring and sharpen its electrification strategy.
Industry & MarketsVolvo Cars Names Klaus Zellmer as New CEO, Succeeding Jim Rowan
Volvo Cars appoints Klaus Zellmer as CEO, succeeding Jim Rowan. The leadership change comes as the automaker accelerates its electric vehicle strategy.
Classic CarsA Running W113: This 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda Still Drives
A running, driving 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL from the W113 Pagoda line, with the 2.8-liter inline six and removable hard or soft top.
Batteries & ChargingSunwoda Unveils Flash-Charging Battery: 10-97% in Under 10 Minutes at Room Temperature
Sunwoda says its new EV battery can add 100 km of range per minute and go from 10% to 97% state of charge in under 10 minutes at room temperature.
Classic Cars1951 Mercury Eight Convertible Emerges from Shed After Years of Storage
A 1951 Mercury Eight Convertible barn find returns to the road after a mechanical refresh, offering a solid starting point for classic car enthusiasts.
Industry & MarketsDongfeng Pushes Into Humanoid Robots, Targets Factory Trials This Fall and Human-Level Skills by 2027
Dongfeng will test humanoid robots in its factories from October for sorting and quality checks, with small-batch trial production planned by year-end.
EV NewsLuxeed Expands RX Lineup With Smaller 81-kWh Battery, Cuts Entry Pre-Sale Price by 10%
Luxeed launches an 81-kWh entry version of its RX SUV, cutting the starting pre-sale price by about 10% to widen its appeal.