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IAA Mobility 2025, Munich: Day 3
Concepts test consumer appetite for new design languages, while Chinese newcomer Changan plans rapid expansion in Europe.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 10, 2025 -
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IAA Mobility 2025, Munich: Day 2
Renault unveils ICE and new urban Clio hybrid where it belongs, in the city center, while Polestar reveals flagship Polestar 5 GT.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 9, 2025 -
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IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich Day 1 Sees European and Chinese Debuts
German and Chinese automakers lock horns at Europe’s biggest auto show on its first official day.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 8, 2025 -
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Mercedes GLC EQ, Volkswagen ID. Cross Unveiled
The production CUV and concept CUV reveal the Germans’ next steps toward improving their positioning in the competitive BEV market in Europe.
By Wards Staff • Sept. 8, 2025 -
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JLR Production and Sales Hit by Cyber Attack
A quick shutdown of computer systems may have saved consumer data.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 5, 2025 -
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Exclusive: Mega Cast Construction Saves on Vehicle Repairs, Study Finds
A two-year study by Thatcham Research suggests benefits for automakers, consumers and their insurers.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 5, 2025 -
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BEVs No More Reliable Than ICE, Study Says
A U.K. warranty claims study highlights some hidden costs of switching to BEVs.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 4, 2025 -
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Opinion
Industry Voices | How Dealerships Can Power the EV Shift
By charging batteries at night during off-peak hours and discharging during expensive peak periods, dealers can protect gross margins even as energy prices fluctuate.
By Stuart Thompson • Sept. 4, 2025 -
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Smart #2 and Hyundai Ioniq Hatch Concept Announced
The Mercedes/Geely JV brand plans a new urban BEV for 2026, while Hyundai is to show the first compact Ioniq “Aero Hatch” at IAA Mobility 2025.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 3, 2025 -
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Audi Concept C Previews Bold New Design Era as Electric TT Successor
The Concept C will replace both the internal-combustion-engine TT and the R8 in one sweep, as Audi consolidates its sports car lineup into a single electric model.
By Greg Kable • Sept. 2, 2025 -
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Road Safety Uproar Over U.S.-EU Vehicle Standards Proposal
Europe’s transport bodies fear “recognition” of vehicle standards in the proposed tariff trade agreement may drag the Continent down to the less-stringent road safety rules in the U.S.
By Paul Myles • Sept. 2, 2025 -
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IAA Mobility 2025: Munich Auto Show Preview
New models that visitors can expect to see include the BMW iX3, Mercedes GLC, Cupra Tindaya, Renault Clio, Volvo EX60 and Hyundai Ioniq 2, among others.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 28, 2025 -
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Porsche Cayenne Goes Full Electric with Impressive Results
The all-new fourth-gen of the SUV will be Porsche’s most powerful roadgoing model yet when U.S. sales begin in 2026.
By Greg Kable • Aug. 26, 2025 -
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Kia Starts First European Production of BEV Model
Kia’s EV4 hatchback begins rolling off the automaker’s assembly lines in Slovakia alongside ICE, hybrid and plug-in hybrid models.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 26, 2025 -
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Leapmotor Brings AWD to Midsize C10 SUV
Stellantis’ joint venture company responds to customer demand for greater range, more power and faster charging.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 25, 2025 -
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Chrysler Introduces ‘Van-Life’ Concept
The Pacifica Grizzly Peak has all the extras for long-haul vacations.
By Nancy Dunham • Aug. 22, 2025 -
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Jeep Cherokee Returns for 2026 as Hybrid Only
The new Cherokee mates a Stellantis 1.6L I-4 from Europe to dual motors and a 1-kWh lithium-ion battery pack, to achieve an estimated 37 mpg.
By Christie Schweinsberg • Aug. 21, 2025 -
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JLR Delays BEV Models and Hints at Alternative Powertrains
JLR's planned launches of next-generation BEVs reportedly are delayed for about a year as consumer demand for expensive BEVs wanes, a report says.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 21, 2025 -
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Driverless Tech Stars at Munich Show
Highway and city-street autonomous test drives will take place around Munich, as part of a major tech showcase at next month’s IAA Mobility 2025.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 21, 2025 -
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Tesla Halves Leasing Costs in U.K.
The automaker tries to clear unsold inventory as sales slump against cheaper Chinese imported BEVs.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 20, 2025 -
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Wards 10 Best Engines Enters Its Fourth Decade, With Nominees from ADX to ZR1
Diverse nominees again are being tested by Wards 10 Best judges, including some of the most powerful engines and propulsion systems available in light vehicles on the market today.
By Wards Staff • Aug. 20, 2025 -
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Hyundai Electrifies the Family SUV Experience with 2026 Ioniq 9
Smooth and powerful handling, a well-appointed interior with comfortable seats and scads of technology, plus more than 300 miles of range, make Hyundai's latest addition to its Ioniq all-electric lineup a winner.
By Eric Walz • Aug. 18, 2025 -
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Cadillac Shows EV1 Concept for Future BEV Design
General Motors’ Cadillac division is showing a concept for a super-luxury crossover said to point to the brand’s future design direction.
By David Kiley • Aug. 14, 2025 -
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Vauxhall to Unveil Rally-Inspired BEV Concept
The British brand will debut a concept performance model, harking back to Opel rally cars of the 1980s, at the Munich Motor Show.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 14, 2025 -
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Generous New BEV Incentives Agreed Coming in Italy
There will be big cash handouts for urbanites individuals and small businesses despite a chronic lack of inner-city charging infrastructure.
By Paul Myles • Aug. 13, 2025
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