In the fast-evolving landscape of 2026, few vehicles have generated as much technical intrigue as the Kia PV5. Recently crowned the 2026 International Van of the Year (IVOTY), the PV5 is more than just a new entry into the electric light commercial vehicle (e-LCV) market. It serves as the cornerstone for Kia’s ambitious Platform Beyond […]
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While much of the global conversation around decarbonization focuses on battery electric vehicles (BEVs), a fascinating alternative is taking shape in one of the world’s most extreme environments. In Punta Arenas, Chile, a new partnership between HIF Global, Toyota, and MITTA has launched “Route Zero”—a pilot project that combines hybrid technology with synthetic e-fuels. This
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In the traditional automotive world, a car’s features were largely frozen the moment it rolled off the assembly line. However, the industry is shifting toward Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs), where the driving experience is constantly refined through code. Kia is now leaning heavily into this trend with the expansion of the Kia Connect Store and a
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In the world of modern engineering, few things are as widely discussed—and as frequently misunderstood—as “self-driving” cars. While we often group all autonomous technology into one bucket, the industry relies on a precise hierarchy defined by SAE International (the Society of Automotive Engineers). This 0-to-5 scale is more than just technical jargon; it determines who—or
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At the core of every electric vehicle lies its battery—a sophisticated energy storage system that determines everything from range and performance to charging speed and cost. But how exactly do these power packs work? In essence, EV batteries store chemical energy and convert it into electrical energy to power the vehicle’s motor. This process relies
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The race for electric vehicle (EV) dominance in Europe isn’t just about selling cars; it’s about controlling the very heart of the EV: the battery. As of 2026, the continent is rapidly building its “battery sovereignty,” driven by an unprecedented wave of gigafactory investments. While Asian giants initially led the charge, a new ecosystem of
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As we cross the threshold into 2026, the European automotive battery market has evolved from a supply-chain dependency into a cornerstone of regional industrial policy. What was once a scramble to secure Asian-made cells has transformed into a high-stakes race for “battery sovereignty.” According to current market data, the European battery sector is projected to
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For decades, the soul of a Ferrari was defined by the visceral scream of a V12. But as we move into 2026, Maranello is proving that passion isn’t tied to a tailpipe. The Ferrari “Elettrica” (the internal name for their first full-electric model) has moved from rumor to reality, and the technical specifications are nothing
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The automotive hierarchy has officially been rewritten. For the first time in over a decade, Tesla has lost its title as the world’s leading seller of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). Final data for 2025, confirmed as we move into 2026, shows that China’s BYD delivered 2.26 million pure electric vehicles, a staggering 28% increase that propelled
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In the world of heavy-duty trucks, there is a fine line between a functional tool and an oversized toy. However, American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) has just blurred that line with the debut of the 2026 Ford FXL Super Duty. While enthusiasts have been stuffing oversized tires into wheel wells for decades, the FXL package represents
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