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Mazda Reportedly Puts Its New EV On The Backburner To Focus On Hybrids

The automaker’s first EV based on its new in-house bespoke platform has been delayed to 2029 at the earliest, Japanese media reported.

InsideEVs · Jan 20

Dealers Hype The Audi Q9: 'That Soccer Mom Vehicle' We Need

Better late than never, Audi is about to enter the full-size luxury SUV segment. From the Range Rover and BMW X7 to the Cadillac Escalade and Lincoln Navigator, essentially all major competitors already have products in this class. Some 20 years after archrival Mercedes launched the GL-Class, the Q9 will…

Motor1 · Jan 12

Congress Could Pave The Way For Tesla's Robotaxi Dreams

Today on Critical Materials: Automakers turn to open source for cost cutting, Tesla could benefit from a new bill and robotaxis aren't replacing cars.

InsideEVs · Jan 8

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A 'Very Significant Undertaking': Ford's Affordable EV Platform May Not Come To Europe

Ford's whole EV plan hinges on its new 'Universal Electric Vehicle' platform. I always considered Europe part of the universe, but maybe I'm wrong.

InsideEVs · Dec 23, 2025

The Dark Side Of Tesla's Sleek Door Handle Tech

Today on Critical Materials: Tesla's door handles, Nissan dealers beg for more hybrids and Tesla Cybertruck values continue to fall on the used market.

InsideEVs · Dec 23, 2025

Scout Motors Just Got A Big Step Closer To Bypassing Dealerships

Scout Motors is clear to sell its EVs and EREVs in Colorado directly to the consumer in Colorado. Will more states follow?

InsideEVs · Dec 17, 2025

Ford's EV Retreat Comes With A $19.5 Billion Price Tag

Today on Critical Materials: Ford's EV pullback will cost $20 billion, China looks to regulate car pricing and an ex-Porsche engineer will shake up Hyundai.

InsideEVs · Dec 16, 2025

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Volkswagen Is Lining Up a Wave of New Models for 2026

As the year draws to a close, Volkswagen is looking ahead to a particularly busy 2026, backed by a strong product offensive. The company’s sales chief, Martin Sander, says Wolfsburg is gearing up for “unprecedented launch activities” worldwide. These will include updates to existing models as well as new additions…

Motor1 · Dec 16, 2025

‘A Bastion For Yesterday’s Technology’: Why The EU's Gas-Ban Retreat Could Backfire

A lifeline for Europe's automakers, or 'a wake-up call for the industry?' Plus, new data on what America's fuel economy cutback really means.

InsideEVs · Dec 15, 2025

Europe Is Stuck Between Gas-Car Bans And China’s EV Takeover

Today on Critical Materials: EU's EV mandate explained, EVs are selling 18% slower and Uber pulls back EV incentives.

InsideEVs · Dec 11, 2025

BMW's New CEO Has His Work Cut Out

In today's morning news roundup, we also cover trouble at VinFast and Tesla's lackluster China sales.

InsideEVs · Dec 10, 2025

'Entirely Different': The Next Few Years Of Vehicle Autonomy Will Change Everything

Today on Critical Materials: Rivian's autonomy day is coming, the math on Trump's MPG rollback and Volvo keeps its eyes on the U.S.

InsideEVs · Dec 9, 2025

The EV Tax Credit Died And Took New Car Affordability With It

New car prices are turning away buyers: gas and electric. Plus, Hyundai's self-driving chief is reportedly out, and GM is looking at technology in a new light.

InsideEVs · Dec 8, 2025

The Ford Bronco Hybrid You Really Want Is Coming—Sort Of

Ford is reportedly gearing up to offer a plug-in hybrid version of the Bronco in Europe, but it won't be mechanically-similar to the truck sold in America.

InsideEVs · Dec 2, 2025

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InsideEVs · Dec 2, 2025

The Bright Spot For EVs That Nobody's Talking About

Today on Critical Materials: ZMD makes a splash in the commercial EV space. Plus, Americans are fed up with new car prices.

InsideEVs · Nov 27, 2025

Bollinger Motors Is Dead

Emails reviewed by the Detroit Free Press show that the EV startup has closed its doors for good.

InsideEVs · Nov 25, 2025

Scout Motors' Trucks Are Finally Hitting The Road

Today on Critical Materials: Scout test mules hit the street, automakers haven't hit the data goldmine yet and BMW is mulling gas range extenders for its EVs.

Motor1 · Nov 24, 2025

Mercedes Has an Ambitious Goal for America: 400,000 Sales Per Year

Mercedes-Benz doesn’t just want to beat BMW in the US—it wants to dominate. The Stuttgart-based automaker aims to become the country’s top luxury brand within the next few years, targeting annual sales of 400,000 units, not including fleet deliveries.

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Motor1 · Nov 20, 2025

Infiniti Planning 'True Performance' Cars That Rival BMW M

Infiniti has experimented with performance cars before—remember the Q60 IPL? While it never matched the performance of a BMW M or Mercedes-AMG model, the IPL badge did give the Q60 a bit of extra flair, adding more power and sharper styling. Now, however, Infiniti seems ready to take performance more…

InsideEVs · Nov 14, 2025

Mazda Begins Testing Its Long-Overdue U.S. EV

Mazda's EV game in America has been sorely lacking. That's set to change later this decade.

Motor1 · Nov 12, 2025

McLaren's First SUV Is Coming In 2028 With a Hybrid V-8: Report

McLaren has been teasing the idea of a performance SUV for several years, but now it may finally become a reality. According to a new report, the British supercar manufacturer’s first high-riding performance vehicle is set to debut in 2028, complete with a hybrid V-8 powertrain.

Motor1 · Nov 4, 2025

'We're Changing the Structure:' GM's Software Boss Steps Down Amid Major Overhaul

Last month, General Motors announced that it would launch a new zonal architecture meant to transform how the company builds its vehicles, with software playing a vital role. Recently, though, the company made some changes to who will oversee that team.

Motor1 · Nov 2, 2025

The Cadillac Celestiq Got a Major Price Hike

The Cadillac Celestiq is the automaker's low-volume luxury model meant to showcase its bespoke capabilities. Such an extreme car comes at an equally extreme price, with the 2025 model starting at around $340,000. As Cadillac prepares to produce the 2026 model, though, the price is going up significantly.

InsideEVs · Oct 31, 2025

Another Chip Shortage Could Disrupt The Auto Industry

We also discuss why BYD’s profits are shrinking and how Volvo turned back on its EV promises.

Motor1 · Oct 30, 2025

Ram Wants To Build an SUV, Believe It or Not

Ram split off from the Dodge brand way back in the before-time of 2009. The current lineup consists of pickup trucks and vans. Ram does trucks well, too. It knows its customer, and the 1500 boasts what I’d consider to be best-in-class interior design and overall ride quality. The van...…

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