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Luxury carmaker Rolls-Royce just revealed a stunning electric convertible that promises near-silent rides and Art Deco elegance. Only 100 hand-built models will roll out of their West Sussex workshop starting in 2028.
Subaru's annual Share the Love Event just wrapped its 18th year, directing $26 million to national and local charities chosen by car buyers. The program has now donated over $346 million since 2008, with a record 839 hometown charities receiving support this year.
Nissan is rolling out AI-powered autonomous driving systems across nearly all its future vehicles by 2027, starting with this summer's new minivan. The technology push aims to put safer, smarter cars in driveways worldwide.
The Netherlands just became the first European country to approve Tesla's advanced driver assistance system for public roads. After 18 months of rigorous testing, Dutch authorities say the technology could make driving safer.
Automotive maintenance company Valvoline brought its team members to Lexington, Kentucky to plant trees and lay sod at homes being built for families in need. The Earth Day project partnered with Trees Lexington and Habitat for Humanity to create welcoming green spaces where new homeowners will put down roots.
Major automakers are betting on range-extended electric vehicles that combine electric motors with small backup engines, offering drivers a path to cleaner cars without the anxiety of running out of charge. The technology could convince 70% of customers to switch to electric by 2030 while keeping European manufacturers competitive.
A major study tracking over 8,000 electric vehicles just proved that battery replacement fears might be overblown. Real-world data shows EV batteries are dramatically outlasting even manufacturer warranties.
Nissan's affordable new electric SUV received over 8,400 pre-orders within half an hour of launching in China. The NX8 combines cutting-edge technology with prices starting under $23,000, potentially reshaping the electric vehicle market.
Ferrari partnered with NASA and medical experts to ensure its debut electric vehicle delivers thrilling speed without overwhelming passengers. The Luce will rocket from 0 to 62 mph in just 2.5 seconds when it launches this year.
Hyundai just revealed two stunning electric vehicle concepts designed to win back Chinese drivers with smart technology and eye-catching designs. The Venus sedan and Earth SUV mark a bold new chapter for the automaker's IONIQ brand.
An Oxford company is reimagining classic car conversions by engineering vintage vehicles to modern EV standards. Their first showcase proves even the trickiest classics can become reliable daily drivers.
Kia just unveiled an ambitious roadmap to launch 14 electric vehicle models by 2030, targeting one million EV sales annually. The Korean automaker's expansion includes everything from affordable hatchbacks to autonomous driving technology.
Electric vehicle sales are rebounding after a tough year, with 215,000 new EVs sold in Q1 2026 and a record-breaking 100,000 used EVs finding new owners. The best part? The price gap between electric and gas cars just hit an all-time low.
The biggest barrier to electric vehicle adoption is finally crumbling. Experts predict EVs will cost the same as gas cars within four years, thanks to rapidly falling battery prices.
Toyota's new flagship electric sedan is proving that affordable luxury EVs can spark serious excitement. The bZ7 racked up over 3,000 orders in just 60 minutes after launching in China.
Toyota's refreshed bZ4X electric SUV sold over 10,000 units in Q1 2026, beating Ford's entire EV lineup and climbing to fifth place among US electric vehicles. The automaker that skeptics called an "EV laggard" just proved them wrong with better range, faster charging, and real results.
Once written off as an EV laggard, Toyota's revamped bZ4X electric SUV is now outselling Ford's entire EV lineup in America. The comeback story proves that listening to customers and delivering better range, faster charging, and lower prices actually works.
BMW's historic Munich plant, the company's oldest factory in the world, will produce only electric vehicles starting in 2027. The transformation marks a major milestone in the auto industry's shift toward sustainable transportation.
Mexico just hit a milestone decades in the making: technology exports have surpassed automotive as the country's leading export sector. The shift reflects a massive 145% surge in computer equipment shipments as companies move production from China.
Marissa Reever just made history as the first woman to win gold in automotive technology at her Kansas school in 15 years. She's heading to nationals in Atlanta to represent her state.
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