EV & Electric Cars News and Reviews

6Jan

By E.WilsonNo Comments

GM Sales Soar in 2025 Despite Q4 Slump

General Motors had a banner year, selling over 2.8 million vehicles across its four brands—Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC—in 2025. But the company's strong performance was marred by a significant fourth-quarter dip in sales.Key TakeawaysTotal GM sales increased 5.5% to 2.8 million vehicles in 2025.All four brands saw declines in Q4, with Cadillac's drop of 16.7% being the sharpest.Electric vehicle models experienced significant decreases compared to gas-powered counterparts.The numbers tell a story of success and struggle for GM. Total sales rose by over half a million vehicles from the previous year, but that didn't stop Q4 from seeing a 6.9% dip in sales volume across all brands. Buick had it tough with a 10.5% drop in its last quarter.Chevrolet's numbers were mixed; while some mode...

6Jan

By E.WilsonNo Comments

EV & Electric Cars, News

Lucid Reports Strong EV Deliveries in 2025, Surpasses Lowered Targets

Electric vehicle manufacturer Lucid Group reported a significant increase in deliveries last year with sales up by 55% to reach 15,841 units. The company met its revised production target of about 18,378 vehicles for the year.Key TakeawaysLucid's deliveries increased by 55% in 2025 compared to 2024.The company met its revised production target of roughly 18,378 vehicles for the year.New Gravity SUV ramped up production significantly throughout the fourth quarter.Lucid Group's impressive growth in deliveries last year is a testament to their growing popularity among EV enthusiasts. The company has been steadily increasing its output since launching its first vehicle, and this latest report shows they're on track with plans for expansion.The production of Lucid’s new Gravity SUV played a cru...

5Jan

By E.WilsonNo Comments

EV & Electric Cars, News

GM’s Sales Surge in 2025, Jeep Posts First Gain Since 2018

General Motors reported a robust sales increase of 5.5% for the U.S. market in 2025 despite a fourth-quarter dip. Meanwhile, Stellantis' iconic Jeep brand finally saw its first uptick since 2018.Key TakeawaysGeneral Motors sales rose by 5.5% in the U.S., making it the top seller for another year.The Jeep brand, part of Stellantis, saw its first increase since 2018 despite overall company sales dropping slightly.Cox Automotive predicts a slight rise in total U.S. car sales to about 16.3 million units for 2025.GM's success can be attributed mainly to its electric vehicles and large SUVs, alongside the entry-level Buick Envista. The company’s growth is a bright spot amid an otherwise flat market trend.The Jeep brand's comeback was long-awaited by fans who have seen their favorite off-road ico...

Volkswagen Brings Back Physical Buttons in New EVs

5Jan

By E.WilsonNo Comments

EV & Electric Cars, News

Volkswagen Brings Back Physical Buttons in New EVs

Volkswagen is giving its electric vehicles a fresh look with the return of physical buttons. The new cockpit design, revealed alongside an updated ID. Polo model, includes tangible controls for cruise control and music playback on the steering wheel, along with switches for temperature and fan speed.Key TakeawaysVolkswagen's upcoming EVs will feature physical buttons instead of digital screens.The new cockpit design includes tangible controls like cruise control on the steering wheel.Certain touch screen functions, such as climate control for heated seats and rear defrost, remain untouched.And while some might think this move is a step backward in technology, it's actually designed to improve usability. The idea behind physical buttons isn't just about nostalgia; they're meant to make driv...

BYD Surpasses Tesla as World’s Top BEV Maker in 2025

5Jan

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EV & Electric Cars, Industry & Business, News

BYD Surpasses Tesla as World’s Top BEV Maker in 2025

Chinese automaker BYD has overtaken American rival Tesla to become the world’s largest producer of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) with a record-breaking year. In 2025, BYD sold over four million new energy vehicles globally.Key TakeawaysBYD produced 4.6 million NEVs in 2025, including 2.26 million light BEVsTesla's production fell by nearly 9% to 1.64 million units last yearBYD’s Atto 3 and Seagull models led the charge with strong sales growth worldwideBYD reported a surge in light BEV sales, up 28 percent from the previous year to over two million units. The company's best-selling model is the Atto 3, which has become an instant hit among families looking for reliable and efficient electric vehicles.Meanwhile, Tesla saw its production drop by nearly nine percent in 2025 due partly to p...

Leapmotor D99 Electric Minivan Challenges Pacifica with Massive Battery

5Jan

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Leapmotor D99 Electric Minivan Challenges Pacifica with Massive Battery

Stellantis’ Chinese partner, Leapmotor, has unveiled the D99 electric minivan at its tenth-anniversary celebration. The vehicle offers both battery-electric and range-extender hybrid variants to compete in a growing segment.Key TakeawaysThe D99 EREV version boasts an 80.3 kWh battery, the largest for any hybrid minivan currently available.The BEV model features an impressive 115 kWh battery and a range of up to 447 miles (720 km).Both versions offer modern design elements like retractable door handles and a futuristic LED light bar at the rear.Leapmotor’s D99 electric minivan is making waves in China's growing EV market. With an 800V platform for its range-extender version, it offers more battery capacity than rivals such as Zeekr and Xpeng. This means families won't need to recharge frequ...

XPENG Surges Past NIO in Monthly Sales, but Yearly Totals Show Close Race

5Jan

By J.CarterNo Comments

EV & Electric Cars, News

XPENG Surges Past NIO in Monthly Sales, but Yearly Totals Show Close Race

As the dust settles on another record-breaking year for both XPENG and NIO, it's clear that the electric vehicle (EV) market is heating up. In December 2025, XPENG saw its sales growth slow dramatically while NIO surged ahead with a record month of deliveries.Key TakeawaysNIO's monthly delivery numbers shot past XPENG in December to reach an all-time high of 48,135 units.The yearly sales charts show a similar trend with NIO setting new records despite lagging behind for most of the year.Both companies are on track to continue growing rapidly as they introduce newer models and expand into more markets.NIO's December performance was stellar, but it wasn't just about one month. Throughout 2025, NIO managed to close the gap significantly with XPENG, hitting a quarterly peak of 124,807 deliveri...

NASA Shuts Down Its Largest Library, Risking Loss of Space History

5Jan

By M.ChenNo Comments

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NASA Shuts Down Its Largest Library, Risking Loss of Space History

NASA has closed the Goddard Information and Collaboration Center, home to over 100,000 volumes detailing Moon missions and space exploration history. The closure is part of a broader initiative that's reduced NASA libraries from eleven at the start of 2022 to just three today.Key TakeawaysNASA has shut down its largest library, housing over 100,000 documents on space history and missions.The closure will save tens of millions but risks losing invaluable historical data to future projects.About 90% of the Goddard archive may be lost due to lack of preservation resources or facilities.With deep budget cuts, NASA has planned these closures since 2022. The agency claims this is a consolidation effort rather than an outright closure but admits there won't be new construction for better archival...

Rivian’s Q4 2025 Sales: Meh, But R2 Aims to Change That in 2026

5Jan

By J.CarterNo Comments

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Rivian’s Q4 2025 Sales: Meh, But R2 Aims to Change That in 2026

<a href="https://autoglobalnews.com/automakers-knew-about-battery-production-lead-poisoning-rivian-eyeing-steer-by-w/" style="color:#1a73e8;text-decoration:underline;" title="Automakers Knew About Battery-Production Lead Poisoning, Riv">Rivian released its fourth quarter and full-year 2025 production and delivery figures last week. The numbers were underwhelming with only 9,745 deliveries in Q4, totaling 42,247 for the year. However, Rivian is banking on a new mass-market vehicle—the R2—to turn things around.Key TakeawaysRivian delivered only 9,745 vehicles in Q4 and 42,247 for the full year of 2025The company aims to start mass production on its R2 model in 2026 as a Investors will get more details at Rivian's February earnings callRivian’s current lineup includes the pricey an...

Ram’s 777 HP TRX Teases More High-Performance Models Ahead

5Jan

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Ram’s 777 HP TRX Teases More High-Performance Models Ahead

Ram’s unveiling of the powerful 2027 Ram 1500 SRT TRX with its impressive 777 horsepower and a top speed of 118 mph signals more high-performance models to come, according to CEO Tim Kuniskis. The new model builds on the legacy of previous generations while setting benchmarks in power and performance.Key TakeawaysRam's 2027 TRX boasts an astounding 777 horsepower, outperforming competitors like Ford’s F-150 Raptor R by a significant margin.The vehicle accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds and features all-wheel drive for superior traction.CEO Tim Kuniskis hinted at even more high-performance models coming down the line, leaving enthusiasts eagerly anticipating future releases.Ram’s latest TRX model isn’t just a powerful upgrade; it's a significant leap forward in performance. Th...