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Hyundai Drops Most Ioniq 6 Trims, Leaving Only High-Performance Ioniq 6 N

Hyundai is discontinuing the most affordable Ioniq 6 trims after just three years. Only the high-performance Ioniq 6 N will remain as sales decline and tariffs rise.

NextStar Energy Opens Canada’s First Large-Scale EV Battery Cell Factory

NextStar Energy opens Canada’s first large-scale EV battery cell factory in Windsor, producing over one million cells since November 2025.

Stellantis Pro One Offers Electric Vans at the Same Price as Diesel Across Europe

Stellantis Pro One launches a Europe-wide campaign offering electric vans at the same price as diesel models, helping businesses switch to zero-emission mobility.

Tesla Hikes Cybertruck AWD Price by $10,000 Just 10 Days After Launch

Tesla has increased the Cybertruck AWD price by $10,000 just 10 days after launch. See the new specs, pricing comparison, and the end of Cybertruck leasing.

BYD Unveils Second-Generation Blade Battery and Ultra-Fast Flash Charging

Lotus Eletre X PHEV Debuts with 939 HP and 260-Mile Electric Range

Lotus unveils the Eletre X plug-in hybrid SUV with 939 hp, up to 260 miles of electric range, and ultra-fast charging. The luxury PHEV arrives in Europe this summer.

Volkswagen Surpasses 4 Million Electric Vehicle Deliveries Worldwide

Volkswagen Group reaches 4 million electric vehicle deliveries globally, leading Europe’s EV market with a growing portfolio of more than 30 all-electric models.

Virgin Media O2 Adds 101 Renault Master E-Tech Electric Vans to Fleet

Virgin Media O2 deploys 101 Renault Master E-Tech electric vans with up to 285-mile range, accelerating its 2040 net zero goal across the UK.

2026 CUPRA Born Debuts with 600km Range, 240kW VZ and Matrix LED

The 2026 CUPRA Born arrives with up to 600km range, 240kW VZ performance, Matrix LED lights, Android-based infotainment and V2L capability. Launching summer 2026.