Chinese EV maker Nio has unveiled the 2026 ES8 at Nio Day 2025, positioning it as the brand’s flagship SUV. With a length of 5.28 m, width of 2.01 m, height of 1.8 m, and a 3.13 m wheelbase, the ES8 is the largest fully electric SUV currently on sale in China. Buyers can choose […]
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In southern China, a dashboard camera has captured a rare and unsettling sight: two lightning bolts striking the same moving electric vehicle in quick succession. Internet users have questioned the safety of EV’s during thunderstorms. The incident occurred in Beihai, Guangxi, where a BYD Song Plus EV — a model similar to the BYD Seal
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Kia PV5 high-roof van spotted for the first time — could a refrigerated variant be coming? In a first for the brand’s future light commercial vehicle lineup, the high-roof variant of Kia’s upcoming PV5 van has been spotted undergoing testing. Until now, only standard-roof versions of the all-electric modular van had been seen, largely in
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Internal documents reveal that Kia is planning several variants of the electric PV5 — not one, but two of them will be campers. While Kia Australia has yet to confirm local availability, the company has expressed strong interest in bringing the PV5 Down Under. If it does, it could offer fleet operators, tradies, and lifestyle
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In a LinkedIn post referencing the Kia Tasman, Sr. Manager of Ownership Experience Strategy, Joe Perez expressed excitement for what’s coming to North American and hash tagged #eREV: Infer from that what you will, but I think it’s a clear indication that the Kia’s well-known upcoming pickup for North America will not only come in
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KG Mobility’s all-electric Musso EV has attracted strong initial interest, with the company reporting more than 3,200 contracts within two weeks of opening main orders. The urban electric pickup, launched on 5 March, appears to have found favour with both private buyers and small business owners. According to KGM, the top-spec Black Edge variant has
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The past week has been big for the KGM Musso EV, with several spy shots, leaks, and announcements. As such, we’ve decided to begin rounding it all up into one living post about the Musso EV with rolling updates. If you didn’t already know, KG Mobility (KGM), the new owner of the SsangYong legacy, is
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One of China’s leading EV brands is making waves in the Australian market with the re-launch of its extended warranty promotion. Among the few manufacturers offering a full 10-year coverage, XPENG stands out—only MG matches this level of protection, while competitors like Tesla offer a comparatively modest 4-year warranty (or 8 years on the battery).
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South Korea’s leading automakers are set to introduce a range of new models in 2025, including hybrid SUVs, electric trucks, and updated combustion engine vehicles. The push comes as manufacturers seek to counter slowing domestic demand and ongoing challenges in the electric vehicle (EV) market. Hyundai Motor Co., the country’s largest carmaker, is expected to
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TL;DR:Hyundai is reportedly in talks with General Motors (GM) to use its Ultium platform for an upcoming electric pickup, potentially saving development costs and accelerating its entry into the US market. GM’s Ultium platform powers models like the Chevrolet Silverado EV and GMC Hummer EV, supports EREV applications like GM Defense’s eMCV, and demonstrates flexibility
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