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  • Nissan Leaf Production Sunderland
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    Nissan scraps UK’s $65M EV powertrain production plan

    The reversal is part of the automaker's global turnaround strategy, which includes reduced EV investments.

    By May 29, 2026
  • Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ Electric, from the outside
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    Mercedes counters minimalism with true luxury in ‘entry level’ CLA 250+

    The sedan's bold, eye-catching interior and vivid experience makes an award-worthy statement in an increasingly competitive EV market.

    By May 28, 2026
  • Ferrari Luce BEV 2026
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    Ferrari’s $640,000 Luce EV sets a new look, reconceives cabin

    The luxury performance brand’s first electric car will serve as the halo at the top of its core lineup.

    By May 28, 2026
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    Stellantis announces second JV with Dongfeng as Jeep, Peugeot go to China

    Two major deals between the automakers aim to make the most of their existing vehicle manufacturing facilities.

    By May 28, 2026
  • Range Rover SV Ultra 2027
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    Range Rover SV Ultra promises stellar sound and elevated luxury

    The new model claims world’s first application of British-developed electrostatic audio system featuring 21 lightweight thin‑film transducers serving as speakers.

    By May 27, 2026
  • The Stellantis STLA One vehicle platform unveiled on stage at the company's Investor Day event on May 21.
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    The Stellantis ‘STLA One’ global modular vehicle platform aims to cut costs

    The new architecture brings together five different vehicle platforms into a single, more scalable version, which the automaker says will reduce complexity across models.

    By May 27, 2026
  • A 2018 Volvo XC60 SUV, in white.
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    Courtesy of Volvo Cars
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    Volvo can sell vehicles in the US with China-developed tech

    The U.S. Department of Commerce grants specific permission despite the automaker being majority owned by Geely Holding.

    By May 27, 2026
  • The 2026 Porsche Macan 4S Electric sits in a parking lot with a building in the background.
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    Porsche Macan 4S electric marries traditional luxury with modern sport

    The EV's interior presents an intriguing mix of metal and carbon fiber accents, plus immaculate stitching that make it worthy of a Wards 10 Best Interiors & UX award.

    By May 26, 2026
  • Lotus Type 135 Teaser V8 Hybrid
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    Lotus dumps EV-only strategy, teases 1,000+ hp hybrid

    The Type 135 hybrid supercar is planned to debut in 2028 as the iconic brand celebrates the 80th anniversary of its origins.

    By May 26, 2026
  • A 2026 Toyota RAV4 Limited sits in front of a building.
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    Toyota’s bold RAV4 redesign pays off with interior, UX improvements

    Designers took a chance in creating a brawnier, blockier look — with a far more functional and comfortable experience that merits a Wards 10 Best award.

    By May 22, 2026
  • The Ram 2500 Black Express from the front, parked on a dirt lot.
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    Stellantis to invest $70B as part of new 5-year strategic plan

    The automaker said the U.S. market leads its expectations for growth and profit powered by a slew of new partnership announcements.

    By May 22, 2026
  • A gray Slate Auto electric truck parked outdoors in front of an industrial building with metal siding.
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    Michigan awards $5M to Slate Auto to expand its headquarters

    The EV startup plans a total capital investment of $10.4 million in the state, creating at least 392 new jobs across corporate, engineering and design over the next five years.

    By May 20, 2026
  • An exterior photo of the 2026 Nissan Sentra SR, with a building in the background.
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    Nissan Sentra SR bundles a lot in for a tight budget

    For a price of $32,070, the sedan offers an array of interior luxury and tech features that would impress any car shopper — and merits a Wards 10 Best Interior & UX award.

    By May 20, 2026
  • Volvo EX60 Start Of Production 2026
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    Volvo’s electric EX60 launches in US, undercutting its PHEV sibling

    An entry-level version of the EV priced under $60,000 will help Volvo target more shoppers.

    By May 20, 2026
  • A yellow vehicle drives on a test track, with rolling hills and clouds in the background.
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    Mercedes-AMG unveils new electric GT 4-Door Coupe

    Axial-flux motors, 1,169 hp and 600-kW charging set a fresh technology template for EVs from the Mercedes performance brand.

    By Greg Kable • May 20, 2026
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    Ford promises 5 new passenger cars for Europe by 2029

    The automaker’s sales push comes with a warning to EU regulators that consumer powertrain choice must be respected.

    By May 19, 2026
  • An exterior photo of the 2026 GMC Acadia Denali Ultimate.
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    Denali Ultimate trim elevates GMC’s Acadia

    Heated and ventilated full-leather massaging front seats and wood trim create a luxurious interior space meriting a Wards 10 Best Interiors & UX award.

    By May 18, 2026
  • A black 2027 Subaru Getaway electric SUV parked outdoors with an orange sky in the background.
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    Subaru postpones in-house EV development after profits fall 90%

    The automaker recorded $385 million in impairment losses and expenses related to EVs as it shifts its strategy towards ICE and hybrid vehicles.

    By May 18, 2026
  • Range Rover SV Ultra Exterior 2027
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    JLR’s Q4 revenue improves as $2.3B in savings promised

    Revenue in the final quarter of FY2026 was still down 11% YoY and by nearly 21% for the full-year, but the outlook is showing improvement.

    By May 18, 2026
  • Jaguar Type 01 Test Mule Monaco
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    Jaguar’s electric luxury GT dubbed the Type 01

    The upcoming model's name is said to represent zero-tailpipe emissions and the first car in a new family of models.

    By May 15, 2026
  • New Jeep Avenger 4xe 85th anniversary
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    Redesigned Jeep Avenger launched in European markets

    The brand’s top-selling model in Europe adds new features and a cost-saving gasoline powertrain.

    By May 15, 2026
  • The Honda Hybrid Sedan, Acura Hybrid SUV on display during a Honda Motor Co. business briefing in Japan.
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    Honda shifts focus to hybrid, ICE models amid significant EV losses

    Over the next three years, Honda said it will invest 4.4 trillion yen ($27.8 billion) in new gasoline and hybrid vehicles and 1 trillion yen in software technologies.

    By May 15, 2026
  • The 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan SEL R-Line.
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    Volkswagen Tiguan impresses with sport-infused, high-tech cabin

    Stainless-steel-capped pedals, a racing-inspired steering wheel and cockpit-like layout that embraces the driver are signs of an award-worthy cabin’s design.

    By May 14, 2026
  • A blue BMW iX3 electric SUV driving on a highway
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    BMW looks to its redesigned ‘Neue Klasse’ platform to help spur growth

    During its Q1 earnings call, executives shared updates on the automaker’s future EV plans, beginning with the recently launched iX3.

    By May 13, 2026
  • The Pleos Connect infotainment screen with graphics and icons in split screen mode.
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    Hyundai’s next-gen ‘Pleos Connect’ infotainment tech launching this month

    The AI-powered system features a smartphone-like interface and the automaker plans to deploy it in approximately 20 million vehicles by 2030.

    By May 13, 2026