Can VW Put the Love Back With Retooled ID.4?

With a delay in Volkswagen Group’s new BEV architecture until 2028, the German automaker is making a raft of improvements and upgrades to its ID.4 to keep it fresh until the all-new version arrives.

By David Kiley • June 30, 2025

Industry Voices | Rise of the Robotaxis: A New Era in Mobility

As the industry transitions from demonstrations to scaled deployment of robotaxis, two challenges now define the path forward: durability and cost-efficiency.

By Kobi Marenko 2 • June 30, 2025

Bosch CEO: Europe’s AI Red Tape Hurting AV Tech

CEO says excessive regulation is making Europe unattractive as a location for autonomous driving development.

By Paul Myles • June 27, 2025

2025 BYD Seal PHEV Pleasingly Competitive CUV

Chinese automaker BYD is selling its Seal PHEV CUV in Europe and turning heads with its refinement, utility and good value for the times.

By David Kiley • June 27, 2025

Fiat Runs 500e Trial Fleet With Battery-Swap Tech

Automaker’s flexible platform deemed perfect for conversion to use Ample’s swappable battery pack technology in on-road trials in Madrid.

By Paul Myles • June 26, 2025

Chinese Automakers Double European Market Share in Hybrid Push

A switch of focus from BEV to hybrid imports to escape tariffs helps China’s brands boost vehicle registrations in May.

By Paul Myles • June 25, 2025

Toyota U.K. Builds LCV Version of Land Cruiser

Brand adds AWD option to its van range, creating a halo model for its Professional model lineup.

By Paul Myles • June 25, 2025

Upstart Manufacturers Influencing Entire Automotive Industry: Analyst Takeaways From AutoTech 2025

Analysts from Omdia Automotive representing Wards Intelligence and Canalys attended several sessions, including a special Omdia Analyst Summit, at AutoTech 2025 in suburban Detroit from June 3-5. Here, the analysts present their major takeaways from the event and discuss the implications of the ongoing technological disruption for the global automotive industry.

By Wards Intelligence/Omdia Staff • June 23, 2025

Interior, Engine Upgrades Highlight 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan’s Makeover

Volkswagen gets nearly everything right in its third-generation Tiguan midsize CUV, from significant powertrain improvements to welcome interior upgrades that give the new model a good chance of gaining sales in the segment.

By Bob Gritzinger • June 23, 2025

WardsAuto Podcast: BEV Charging Infrastructure Getting Better Despite Political Opposition

Despite Republican opposition to green tax credits and government investment into sustainable technology meant to mitigate effects of climate change, BEV public charging is getting better.

By Wards Staff • June 22, 2025

Why Lucid Gravity Charges Past Tesla, Even at Tesla Chargers

The new Lucid Gravity has what it takes to make the most of the most common Tesla Supercharger connector.

By Bengt Halvorson • June 20, 2025

Ferrari May Delay Second BEV Again, Sources Claim

Low to “zero” demand for a BEV Ferrari cited as reason for another delay to planned second model.

By Paul Myles • June 18, 2025

Ram Ups Ante in U.S. Pickup Market With 10-Year Powertrain Warranty

U.S. vehicle owners keeping their cars and trucks on average more than 12 years, and financing their purchases for more than seven years, spurs the new extended warranty to give Ram pickup owners more peace of mind and keep them coming back to the fold.

By David E. Zoia • June 18, 2025

Chevy Corvette Hypercar Offers Ferrari Performance at Chevy Price

The performance numbers of the new ZR1X could make fans of Italian supercars curious about the Detroit speedster.

By David Kiley • June 17, 2025

Nissan’s Third-Gen Leaf Due With New Body, Longer Range, Faster Charging

The battery-electric vehicle that started it all gets redesigned with a new form factor and can now travel up to 303 miles on a charge.

By Christie Schweinsberg • June 17, 2025

Volvo Launches AI-Driven Seat-Belt system

Automaker claims its safety belts will adapt to traffic conditions, passenger sizes and even the clothes they are wearing.

By Paul Myles • June 16, 2025

Ram Launches Marketing Offensive

The brand’s new ad campaign and planned reentry into NASCAR are designed to appeal to new customers and keep existing buyers in the fold.

By David Zoia • June 14, 2025

Fastest Cadillac BEV Debuts at Le Mans 24-Hours

Automaker chooses iconic endurance race to launch its Lyriq-V into Europe.

By Paul Myles • June 13, 2025

Nio to Supply Batteries for McLaren Hyper-Hybrid Cars

Collaboration between brands was prompted by both now being in the Abu Dhabi government investment fund’s stable.

By Paul Myles • June 13, 2025

Subaru Forester Hybrid Makes Bold Statement in Compact SUV Market

Subaru's new series-parallel 2.5L Boxer engine with electric motors powers a smooth hybrid driving experience with exceptional off-road capability.

By Edwin Lopez • June 12, 2025

BYD Promises European Ultra-Fast Charging Network

Automaker to bring its flash-charger tech to the Continent claiming BEV recharge time will rival gasoline refueling.

By Paul Myles • June 11, 2025

BMW iX3 Prototype: Munich’s Bold Electric Reboot Begins

The new iX3 ushers in BMW’s Neue Klasse era, redefining its approach to electric vehicle design, technology and dynamics.

By Greg Kable • June 11, 2025

Toyota Adds U.K. Production to meet GR Corolla Demand

Rally inspired hot-hatch to be built in low-tariff U.K. in bid to meet North American demand for ICE sportster.

By Paul Myles • June 10, 2025

Cadillac Hopes Optiq-V Builds on Performance-Brand Following

Cadillac is trying to lure more fans of sporty internal-combustion-engine vehicles to battery-electrics by offering performance trims.

By David Kiley • June 9, 2025

Light Cabins, Bold Colors and Google Proliferation Key Trends Among 2025 Wards 10 Best Interiors & UX Winners

This year’s winning crop of vehicles has several repeat automakers and repeat brands from 2024, more mass-market than luxury vehicles, more battery-electric vehicles than last year and two models priced below $35,000.

By Wards Auto • June 6, 2025