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Fiat will launch its small electric Topolino in the U.S. next year, expanding its EV lineup beyond the 500e. With a 46-mile range and low-speed design, it may target the growing Neighborhood Electric Vehicle segment.                                                                                                                 

Ford is teaming with Renault to launch two low-cost EVs built on Ampere platforms starting in 2028. With shared batteries, French production, and a focus on affordability, the partnership helps Ford compete against rising Chinese and European budget EV rivals.

New silicon-anode technology from Group14 and Sionic delivers higher energy density, faster charging, and strong thermal stability, offering a practical path beyond graphite and positioning EV batteries for major near-term improvements.

U.S. new-car prices are soaring, and the loss of EV tax credits has intensified affordability issues. Sales are falling across segments as buyers shift to lower-priced models or delay purchases entirely.

A team of EV enthusiasts built a dual-battery Rivian R1T with 310 kWh of capacity and over 600 miles of range to challenge the EV Cannonball Run record. Their project highlights impressive DIY engineering and ambitious cross-country goals.

Tesla’s Holiday Update adds cabin snapshots, 3D Supercharger maps, improved navigation, smarter charging limits and new safety alerts, blending practical upgrades with fun customization to enhance the overall ownership experience.

Tesla is rolling out aggressive year-end deals to boost Model Y sales, offering free upgrades, 0% APR financing, and lease incentives as it navigates the loss of federal EV credits and softer demand.

Uber’s new robotaxi plan pairs Lucid’s Gravity SUV with Nuro’s autonomous tech, leveraging the EV’s built-in redundancy for faster deployment. A cheaper midsize Lucid platform may follow for larger-scale fleets.