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BMW’s first Neue Klasse EV will be a compact crossover in the X3 family, badged as the iX3 Production starts in late 2025 at a plant in Hungary The iX3 will be followed in 2026 by an i3 electric sedan forming part of the next-generation 3-Series family BMW used its annual general meeting held in Munich on Friday to confirm the first member of its upcoming Neue Klasse family of electric vehicles: the iX3. A camouflaged prototype was displayed during the meeting, where CEO Oliver Zipse also confirmed that the covers will come off at the 2025 Munich auto show,…
Battery-electric CLA 250+, CLA 350 arrive first Non-PHEV CLA hybrid coming in a year EVs have 800-volt architecture, 320-kw max charging Mercedes-Benz will kick off the replacement of all its global small cars this year—and when they do, all the models coming to the U.S. will sport some sort of electrification. But some will be more electric than others. Battery-electric CLAs will be the first of the new generation of compact cars to arrive late in 2025. They’ll be followed by a CLA hybrid about a year after that, with replacements for the GLA-Class hatchback and GLB-Class yet to come. …
A redesigned Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class with hybrid and electric options arrives for the 2026 model year AMG will reveal a tuned version of the electric CLA-Class in 2026 The reported output is a minimum of 500 hp, generated by one or more axial-flux electric motors Mercedes-Benz on Thursday took the covers off a third-generation CLA-Class compact sedan, which will offer buyers the choice of electric or hybrid powertrains. Still in the works, though, are versions tuned by Mercedes-Benz AMG, one of which will be an electric replacement for the current CLA 45. Prototypes for this AMG-tuned CLA-Class EV have been spotted…
Volkswagen is close to revealing a second-generation T-Roc, with the latest prototype to be spied wearing barely any camouflage gear. The current T-Roc is a compact crossover closely related to the Golf hatchback. It made its debut in 2017 and has since spawned a high-performance T-Roc R variant and open-top T-Roc Cabriolet. The latter isn’t expected to get a repeat with the new generation, however. The new T-Roc should debut later this year. Considering VW ruled out selling the current T-Roc in the U.S., it’s likely the new generation will also skip this market. Instead, the automaker offers the bigger…
Jaecoo is a brand owned by Chery, which is China’s biggest car exporter, and has been for the past 20 years or so. In 2024, it sold more than 2.6 million cars, which is more than the BMW Group managed to shift. While Chery also owns Omoda, that brand is designed with affordable luxury in mind, while Jaecoo is meant to be seen as the generally more premium marque. The Jaecoo 7 has a more rugged aesthetic and is attempting to go after the likes of the Audi Q3, BMW X1 and MINI Countryman. However, we doubt Jaecoo can steal sales away from those particular…
The Jeep brand is turning heads with the return of its bold Mojito! green exterior paint, which has been added to the color palette of the 2025 Wrangler and Gladiator. The color, which makes even the famous Tuscadero pink look like a sensible option, is being offered on the Gladiator for the first time while on the Wrangler it’s back after a seven-year hiatus. The Mojito! option costs $595, and joins another new green hue for 2025, the military-inspired ’41 olive drab finish. Both the Wrangler and Gladiator are available for around $40,000 or less. The 2025 Wrangler starts at…
2026 CLA splits into electric, hybrid models EV: 85.5-kwh battery, 2-speed transmission, single or dual motors Hybrid: turbo-4, electric motor, 8-speed dual-clutch Prices—and cars—come later in 2025 We’ve seen it in spy photos, and sat in the front right seat for a sneak preview of its performance. Now it’s time to take the first look at one of the most popular small luxury cars on the road. The Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class has been reinvented for the 2026 model year. It’s grown bigger, has gained more technology, and now it’s driven by batteries, in part or in all. It’s a rival for…
This is your opportunity to add a RUF to the garage. RUF Automobile has carved a niche path for itself in the world of high-performance sports cars. Founded in 1939 by Alois Ruf Sr., the company initially specialized in car repairs and eventually grew into a manufacturer of bespoke vehicles. Known for meticulous craftsmanship and engineering expertise, RUF cars are essentially factory chassis that have been significantly modified to enhance performance and style. The manufacturer’s dedication has produced legendary models like the RUF CTR “Yellowbird,” which became an icon for its blistering speed and distinctive design. Today, RUF continues to…
Just in time for the 2025 Formula 1 season-opening Australian Grand Prix this weekend, Apple has updated its Apple Sports iOS app to include support for F1. This follows the app’s recent addition of NASCAR support ahead of last month’s Daytona 500, further expanding its reach across major motorsports. Launched in 2024, the Apple Sports app provides real-time scores, stats, and updates for various leagues, including the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, and Premier League. Now, with F1 support, users can access race schedules, live leaderboards, lap times, and other key information throughout the season. Apple Sports iOS app gains F1…
Once hyped as a potential cornerstone for an expanded European battery industry, Swedish battery maker Northvolt on Wednesday announced that it was filing for bankruptcy in its home country. “Like many companies in the battery sector, Northvolt has experienced a series of compounding challenges in recent months that eroded its financial position, including rising capital costs, geopolitical instability, subsequent supply chain disruptions, and shifts in market demand,” the company said in a press release. “Further to this backdrop, the company has faced significant internal challenges in its ramp-up of production.” Rendering of Northvolt Six battery factory in Quebec, Canada In…