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Could this be robot love?
November 11, 2025 at 10:43 AM
One of the key challenges facing European automakers is a deficit of local battery manufacturing. BMW argues that solid state cells could provide a return to leadership. I talked to BMW board member Ilka Horstmeier for @forbes.com

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BMW: Solid State Batteries Could Give European Automakers New Edge
One of the key challenges facing European automakers is a deficit of local battery manufacturing. BMW argues that solid state cells could provide a return to leadership.
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November 8, 2025 at 10:00 AM
It's the second episode of WhichEV's reinvigorated podcast, It's Good To Torque! I chat to Nic Thomas, UK Managing Director and VP of Marketing for the global giant, Changan, about how, and why, Chinese EVs are taking the UK market by storm.

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Podcast: Changan’s UK Boss Reveals How Chinese EVs Are Beating the West
Are you ready for the biggest shake-up in the automotive world since the Model T? The Chinese electric vehicle revolution
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November 6, 2025 at 11:27 AM
An incredible month for EV sales in the U.K. - BEVs sold more than pure petrol cars in October 2025.

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October EV Market: Electric Cars Outsell Petrol for First Time in UK in Landmark Month
New figures released by New AutoMotive show that in a month of collapsing sales for fossil-fuelled vehicles, BEVs exhibited continued
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November 5, 2025 at 8:09 AM
Bob Geldof on stage at One Young World 2025. Because of course!
November 4, 2025 at 9:57 AM
This car looks amazing. If they can deliver this level of performance and range in under 900kg it will be phenomenal.

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Britain’s New EV Contender: How Longbow Built a ‘Featherweight’ Sportscar in Just Six Months
Pioneering electric vehicle (EV) company, Longbow, has pulled the covers off the Aesthetic Dynamic Demonstrator of its first model, the
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November 3, 2025 at 9:50 AM
The Lamborghini Temerario may be the company's new "entry-level" supercar, but performance is still outstanding and it's surprisingly easy to enjoy. I took it for a spin at the road launch in Italy for @forbes.com.

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Test-Driving The Lamborghini Temerario: Part-Electric, Full Of Fun
The Lamborghini Temerario may be the company's new "entry-level" supercar, but performance is still outstanding and it's surprisingly easy to enjoy.
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November 1, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Elon Musk’s new Tesla Roadster has been “next year, next year” for about 5 years now. Meanwhile, the Chinese just got on with it.

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Green Hell Conquered: YANGWANG U9 Xtreme Becomes First Electric Hypercar to Smash Seven-Minute Nürburgring Barrier
The seemingly impossible has been achieved. BYD’s luxury sub-brand, YANGWANG, has cemented its place in motorsport history, with its U9
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October 24, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Another Chinese brand arrives in the U.K. with bullish pricing…

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Geely Arrives: Chinese Automotive Giant Launches in UK with Sub-£32k, 267-Mile Electric SUV
The UK’s electric vehicle market has gained a new contender as Geely Auto, the colossal Chinese automotive manufacturer and parent
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October 24, 2025 at 7:15 AM
Volvo's technology flagship ES90 sedan promises comfort, space, performance and great electric range. Can it vanquish German competitors with Swedish charm? I test drove the Nordic contender for @forbes.com.

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Test Driving The 2026 Volvo ES90: High-Tech Long Range Swedish Luxury
Volvo's technology flagship ES90 sedan promises comfort, space, performance and great electric range. Can it vanquish German competitors with Swedish charm?
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October 23, 2025 at 11:36 AM
Extreme H has proven that hydrogen can deliver exciting and safe racing. Will this make it attractive for other motorsport formats in the future? I talked to key participants for @forbes.com

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Extreme H FIA World Cup: Can Hydrogen Be The Future Of Motorsport?
Extreme H has proven that hydrogen can deliver exciting and safe racing. Will this make it attractive for other motorsport formats in the future?
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October 18, 2025 at 10:08 AM
As Extreme E turns into H, its focus switches to promoting the possibilities of hydrogen. Extreme H's Chief Scientist reckons orange hydrogen will be the true revolution. I discussed the possibilities with him for @forbes.com. Please share your thoughts!

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Extreme H Electric SUV Racing Scientist Says Hydrogen Future Is Orange
As Extreme E turns into H, its focus switches to promoting the possibilities of hydrogen. Extreme H's Chief Scientist reckons orange hydrogen will be the true revolution.
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October 11, 2025 at 7:04 AM
With Range Rover vibes and luxury features for a keen price, the electric Jaecoo E5 seems like a bargain. Is there a catch, or is this the new EV SUV value king?

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Is The New Jaecoo E5 The Best-Value Small Electric SUV In The U.K.?
With Range Rover vibes and luxury features for a keen price, the electric Jaecoo E5 seems like a bargain. Is there a catch, or is this the new EV SUV value king?
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October 9, 2025 at 6:58 AM
BMW Chairman Oliver Zipse says focusing exclusively on pure electric cars and not the total supply chain could slow down our pursuit of lower emissions, while damaging the European auto industry. I asked him why BMW's strategy is different, for @forbes.com

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Don’t Put An End Date On Combustion, Argues BMW Chairman Oliver Zipse
Focus exclusively on pure electric cars and not the total supply chain could slow down our pursuit of lower emissions, while damaging the European auto industry.
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October 4, 2025 at 9:10 AM
I've started a new podcast! With my new co-host, seasoned (perhaps even salty) automotive journalist Tim Barnes-Clay, I'll be covering the latest issues in electric vehicles and beyond.
Have a listen to our pilot episode and let us know what you think.

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It’s Good To Torque – WhichEV’s New and Improved Podcast
This inaugural episode of WhichEV's "It's Good to Torque" podcast, hosted by WhichEV editor James Morris and automotive journalist Tim
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October 1, 2025 at 11:03 AM
"Game changing" battery technology often doesn't justify its hype. Could UK startup Eqonic's battery tech buck the trend to mirror the success of ARM's smartphone CPUs?

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UK Startup Eqonic Wants To Be The ARM Of Battery Technology
"Game changing" battery technology often doesn't justify its hype. Could UK startup Eqonic's battery tech buck the trend to mirror the success of ARM's smartphone CPUs?
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September 27, 2025 at 10:26 PM
It's official! EVs are now faster than internal combustion. The YANGWANG U9 Xtreme is the fastest production car in the world.

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YANGWANG U9 Xtreme Shatters Record to Become World’s Fastest Production Car
The long-disputed title for the world’s fastest production car has a new, and perhaps unexpected, owner. In a stunning display
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September 22, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Stellantis has shown off its IBIS battery tech in a prototype vehicle, with dramatically improved range, power, and charging speeds. Could this be another EV revolution? I talked to the project team to find out for @forbes.com

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Stellantis Reckons IBIS Battery Technology Will Be An EV Game Changer
Stellantis has shown off its IBIS battery tech in a prototype vehicle, with dramatically improved range, power, and charging speeds. Could this be another EV revolution?
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September 20, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Electric cars are supposed to be heavy, right? British newcomer Longbow doesn't think so, and it has the management team to make its featherweight vision a reality. I talked to them about their plans to put EVs on a diet and boost the fun factor.

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Can UK Startup Longbow Solve The Electric Sportscar Weight Problem?
Electric cars are supposed to be heavy, right? British newcomer Longbow doesn't think so, and it has the management team to make its featherweight vision a reality.
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September 13, 2025 at 9:34 PM
The Hyindai Inster’s looks may divide opinion, but I think it’s a rather clever little EV!

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Hyundai Inster 2025 Review
Intro, Price, Options and Verdict Introduction The trickle of affordable EV offerings is starting to turn into a steady flow.
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September 12, 2025 at 7:20 AM
BMW is entering a new era with an electric Neue Klasse. The iX3 has competitive range and plenty of tech, but can it face the Chinese challenge and win? I talked to BMW chairman Oliver Zipse (among others) for
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BMW IX3 Can Challenge Every Market, Even China, Says Chairman Zipse
BMW is entering a new era with a Neue Klasse for the electric era. The iX3 has competitive range and plenty of tech, but can it face the Chinese challenge and win?
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September 7, 2025 at 9:35 PM
An exciting moment for BMW is approaching…
September 5, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Today I am mostly driving a Farizon electric van as part of EV Rally 2025!
September 1, 2025 at 3:16 PM