Xiaomi teases YU7 interior, complete with a ‘HyperVision’ display across the entire dash

As confirmed this week, the new YU7 SUV from Xiaomi Automobile will officially launch on May 22. Before then, however, Xiaomi has teased a brief glimpse at the YU7’s interior—more specifically, an intuitive display that runs across the entire dashboard.

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The best looking enclosed electric bike-car yet isn’t going to make it

In a surprising and disappointing turn for fans of innovative micromobility, Podbike, the Norwegian maker of the sleek, fully enclosed Frikar electric pedal-car, has filed for bankruptcy. Despite gaining significant attention and accolades for its standout design and functionality, the company ultimately couldn’t overcome the financial hurdles that have cut down so many ambitious mobility startups lately.

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XPeng’s (XPEV) Q1 2025 report details lowest net loss in five years and a record gross margin

EV automaker XPeng Motors shared its unaudited financial report for Q1 2025, and nearly all of its data points to growth and potential as the Chinese brand continues its quest to become globally recognized. As such, XPeng’s predictions for Q2 continue massive year-over-year growth.

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Chevy gives the 2026 Silverado EV the Trail Boss treatment with 725 hp and off-road upgrades

Chevy’s electric pickup truck is getting its first Trail Boss trim. The new Trail Boss edition will join the 2026 Chevy Silverado EV lineup with added ground clearance, exclusive features, and up to 725 horsepower.

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BYD’s best-selling EV arrives in Europe as the Dolphin Surf with prices starting at $26,000

BYD’s electric hot hatch has officially arrived in Europe. The BYD Dolphin Surf is the European version of its best-selling (and most affordable) EV, the Seagull. Despite its small size, the Dolphin Surf has “huge potential” with prices starting at just 23,000 euros ($26,000).

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Fiat really, REALLY wants to build this 4×4 Grande Panda Manifesto concept

The original Fiat Panda 4×4 was an 80s icon and early entry into the compact SUV movement. Today, the funky electric Panda Grande is still carrying that torch, but it’s clear that someone at Fiat wants to lean into the off-road segment just a bit harder – and that’s what this new Grande Panda 4×4 Manifesto is all about.

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Toyota says RAV4 is ‘100% electrified’ in 2026, but every one has a gas engine

Toyota USA has refreshed its RAV4 for 2026, and, in a significant step forward for efficiency, Toyota has axed the non-hybrid version of the vehicle. The RAV4 will now only be available in HEV and PHEV versions starting in the 2026 model year.

However, in an act of greenwashing reminiscent of many things Toyota has done before, it’s confusingly calling its vehicles “100% electrified” – despite that every single RAV4 includes a gas engine.

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Hyundai is temporarily halting IONIQ 5 and Kona EV production in Korea

Hyundai is shutting down a production line at its Ulsan plant in Korea, where the IONIQ 5 and Kona EV are built. Although it’s only for a few days, the move comes as the automaker faces slower exports.

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Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful’ bill will cause a US energy shortage – SEIA

The US solar industry just raised the alarm over the GOP’s “One, Big, Beautiful Bill,” warning it could kneecap America’s energy future and trigger a massive power shortage in its current form.

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Waffle House is getting DC fast chargers – and it’s a genius move

Waffle House is about to become a go-to DC fast charging spot for EV drivers, thanks to a new partnership with bp pulse.

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