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  • Geely unveils purpose-built electric robotaxi as AI race heats up

    Geely unveils purpose-built electric robotaxi as AI race heats up

    Geely has used the Auto China 2026 show in Beijing to unveil what it says is China’s first purpose-built robotaxi prototype, as the Chinese auto giant pushes deeper into autonomous, electric and software-defined mobility.

    The new vehicle, called the EVA Cab, was revealed by Geely Auto Group alongside AFARI Technology and CaoCao Mobility, Geely’s ride-hailing and shared mobility arm.

    Geely says the EVA Cab is designed as a showcase for its “Full-Domain AI 2.0” framework, bringing together autonomous driving hardware, in-car computing, vehicle-cloud security and software systems intended for future mobility services. The company says the prototype points to what it calls the future of new energy mobility through “embodied intelligence.”

    At its Beijing stand, Geely also showed a broader technology ecosystem including 900V electric architecture, 12C ultra-fast charging technology, solid-state batteries, intelligent cockpits, AI bipedal robots and future assisted-driving solutions designed for mobility services.

    The EVA Cab itself has been designed around robotaxi use from the outset. It features wide-opening electric sliding doors and a face-to-face cabin layout, designed to maximise interior space and make the vehicle feel more like a mobile room than a private passenger car.

    Inside, Geely has leaned heavily into the futuristic lounge idea, with a “Galaxy Skyroof” ceiling, “Drifting Galaxy” door panels and “Orchid Pavilion and Meandering Streams” armrests.

    The hardware claims are more serious. Geely says the EVA Cab includes what it calls the world’s first “Quantum-Level AI Electronic and Electrical Architecture,” the world’s first 2160-line digital LiDAR system, and the industry’s first mass-production-ready L4-level assisted driving software solution.

    The company says its new EEA 4.0 electrical and electronic architecture uses quantum encryption to provide vehicle-to-cloud security for features including Bluetooth keys, remote vehicle control, over-the-air updates and data privacy.

    It also says the system includes SOVD, or Service-Oriented Vehicle-Cloud Integrated Diagnostics, intended to monitor and protect the vehicle across its life.

    That all sounds quite abstract, but the issue is real. As vehicles become more connected, more automated and more dependent on cloud systems, cybersecurity and software reliability become as important as crash structures and braking distances.

    Geely says the EVA Cab is powered by three flagship chips, the NVIDIA SuperChip, NVIDIA Thor U and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8397. All three delivering combined computing power of more than 3,000 TOPS. That is intended to support the demands of L4 autonomous driving and what Geely describes as extreme driving scenarios.

    TOPS, or trillions of operations per second, is a measure of AI computing power. In vehicles, it is often used to describe how much processing capacity a car has for autonomous driving and advanced driver assistance systems.

    The vehicle’s digital LiDAR system is claimed to deliver 25.92 million points per second and a detection range of up to 600 metres. Geely says the EVA Cab also uses AFARI G-ASD L4 software, which it says can enable fully unmanned shuttle services on open public roads.

    Of course, robotaxi claims always deserve a healthy dose of caution. The global autonomous vehicle industry has spent the better part of a decade discovering that replacing a human driver is much easier in investor presentations than in actual traffic.

    But Geely is not starting from zero, with the company saying they have already conducted robotaxi pilot operations for more than a year in Hangzhou and Suzhou through CaoCao Mobility. It plans to launch a CaoCao Mobility customised version of the EVA Cab in 2027, with the goal of accelerating large-scale deployment and commercialisation of robotaxi services.

    That gives the reveal more weight than a pure concept-car flight of fancy. CaoCao gives Geely a mobility service into which vehicles like EVA Cab could eventually be deployed, allowing the company to develop not just the vehicle, but the operating environment around it.

    The broader message from Beijing is that Geely wants to be seen less as a traditional vehicle manufacturer and more as an intelligent mobility technology company.

    The company says it has been developing foundational AI models since 2021, when it launched the Xingrui AI Large Model as part of its “Smart Geely 2025” strategy. It also says its Xingrui Intelligent Computing Center, established in 2022, now has computing power of 23.5 EFLOPS, which Geely claims ranks first among Chinese automakers.

    Geely’s latest AI push includes its WAM, or World Behaviour Model, which it presented at CES 2026. The company describes WAM as a kind of “vehicle brain” that coordinates intelligent cockpit systems, advanced driver assistance and sub-domain agents across areas such as chassis, powertrain and body control.

    This is where the press release takes a confident step into the misty valley of AI vocabulary, but the underlying direction is important. Geely is talking about vehicles where the cockpit, driver assistance, chassis, powertrain and body systems are no longer separate islands, but part of a coordinated software architecture.

    That could matter enormously for future EVs. The next stage of electric vehicle development is not just about bigger batteries and faster charging, though those still matter. It is increasingly also about how intelligently the vehicle manages energy, traction, cabin systems, safety, charging, driver assistance and user interaction.

    For Australian buyers, the EVA Cab itself is unlikely to be the immediate story. Purpose-built robotaxis are not about to start roaming suburban Sydney next week asking passengers whether they prefer “Drifting Galaxy” or “Meandering Streams.”

    But the technologies Geely is showing including high-voltage EV architecture, ultra-fast charging, intelligent cockpits, advanced driver assistance, vehicle-cloud systems and AI-managed vehicle functions, are precisely the sort of features likely to filter into future Geely, Galaxy, Zeekr and related-brand vehicles.

    For Australian buyers the question is how quickly this AI-heavy approach filters into local Geely and related-brand models, and whether it arrives as genuinely useful technology.

    For now, the EVA Cab shows just how quickly China’s biggest car makers are trying to move beyond the electric car as a battery on wheels. The new race is to build the car as a connected, automated, software-defined platform.

    See The Driven’s detailed EV sales data here: Australian electric vehicle sales by month in 2026; by model and by brand.

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  • Fernando Alonso’s Pagani Zonda Roadster Diamante Verde spotted in Monaco

    Fernando Alonso’s Pagani Zonda Roadster Diamante Verde spotted in Monaco

    F1 driver and legend Fernando Alonso’s Pagani Zonda Roadster Diamante Verde has been spotted in Monaco. The supercar is said to be the only such example in the country.

    We can see in the footage that the Zonda is calmly cruising down the streets of Monaco. While Alonso himself isn’t behind the wheel, it doesn’t stop the multi-million dollar machine from grabbing a lot of attention, especially from car spotters.

    The second part of the clip gives us a quick listen to the exhaust note of the mighty V12. The sound echoes in the street and becomes louder as the supercar gains some revs. We can also hear a small pop when the car upshifts.

    Being the kind of machine that it is, the Pagani Zonda Roadster Diamante Verde is dripping with carbon-fibre. Features like quad exhausts, massive rear wing, iconic headlights and taillights, ensure it isn’t missed. And bringing it to life is the phenomenal V12 engine. It is a 7.3L naturally aspirated powerhouse from Mercedes-AMG that makes 760 hp.

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  • Rivian CEO Hints the R2 Could Spawn a Pickup and Performance Model

    Rivian CEO Hints the R2 Could Spawn a Pickup and Performance Model

    The Rivian R2 has the potential to become an even bigger thing for the company than everyone expected.

    It goes without saying that the midsize electric SUV will target a much larger demographic than the existing high-end R1S and R1T, but it looks like the growth potential of the R2 will be even more significant.

    That’s because Rivian is reportedly developing additional variants of the R2 that it hasn’t disclosed previously. While Rivian recently began volume production of the R2 at its Illinois plant, CEO RJ Scaringe told Reuters the new Georgia plant is being built to support multiple versions of the R2 platform, allowing flexibility as the EV maker ramps up production.

    Rivian R2 Pickup and R2X Performance Model Not Ruled Out

    Rivian

    While Scaringe did not get into details, he did suggest R2 versions may include pickup or performance models. “There are other variants of R2, which we haven’t shown,” Scaringe said in an interview with the news agency when asked about a pickup variant of the R2. “What we’re building in Georgia allows for different variations,” he added.

    Rivian previously said the R2 midsize platform would also underpin a smaller R3 crossover and the R3X performance variant further down the line, but it looks like an R2X performance model is also in the cards. “So clearly there could be an R2X,” Scaringe said. “There’s going to be combinations. I want to be careful not to announce the program.”

    While that’s great news, Rivian needs to nail the R2 rollout first, as deliveries of the new model are expected to start around June. In March, the company has announced various trims of the R2 SUV, including a $58,000 R2 Performance Launch Edition model, a $53,990 R2 Premium trim coming before the end of the year, and the $48,490 R2 Standard arriving in the first half of 2027. 

    Mind you, the long-awaited $45,000 entry-level R2 trim will become available by late 2027. Expected to offer over 275 miles of range, the base Rivian R2 is likely to significantly expand the company’s customer base.

    The R2 Is Expected to Boost Rivian Deliveries by 53% This Year

    Rivian

    Rivian expects deliveries to jump 53% this year driven by the launch of the R2. Assuming a smooth production ramp and steady demand, the company expects to deliver roughly 22,000-23,000 R2s, contributing to a significant increase in Rivian’s EV market share.

    Initially, the R2 is being built at the existing plant in Normal, Illinois. But the midsize electric SUV will also be built at the new factory in Georgia, which is expected to start production in 2028; the smaller R3 and R3X will also be made at the site.

    Rivian has been awarded a $4.5 billion loan from the Department of Energy to build the plant, and the company will begin to access the loan next year. Initially, the loan was supposed to amount to $6.57 billion, but on April 30 Rivian announced that it renegotiated the terms in order to draw on the loan sooner and have greater initial production.

    As a result, the Georgia plant is now projected to have an annual output of 300,000 vehicles given the uncertain demand for all-electric vehicles, down from an initial projected capacity of 400,000. Rivian’s new factory will also build the 10,000 autonomous R2 robotaxis contracted by Uber as part of a $1.25 billion deal.

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  • Best Places to Charge Your Electric Car

    Best Places to Charge Your Electric Car

    Unlike gas stations, there are generally far fewer electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, and they can be more spread out or sparse depending on your location. Before hitting the road on long trips, EV drivers should map out charging stops along their routes. Whether you’re an EV owner planning a trip or a potential EV buyer exploring charging options, we’re here to help.

    You’ll find many public charging options, but downloading a few charging-network apps can give you more flexibility on the road. EVs use different charging connectors and may require adapters at some stations, but many newer EVs are adopting the North American Charging System (NACS). Before you start looking for charging stations, it helps to understand your EV’s charging port and adapter options.

    Where to Charge Your Electric Car

    Where to charge your electric vehicle and how long it will take to charge based on the charging station level.Where to charge your electric vehicle and how long it will take to charge based on the charging station level.

    The best and most convenient place to charge is often your home. If you have the means, we highly recommend installing an at-home charger to save time and money. If this isn’t an option for you, there are plenty of public charging stations, so there’s no need to worry. As EVs have become more common, more charging stations are popping up across the United States, both as standalone EV stations and at traditional gas stations.

    RELATED: How Long Does It Take to Charge an Electric Car?

    Home Charging

    The easiest and best place to charge your electric car is at home. It’ll save you time and money and can provide peace of mind. Some studies show that about 80% of EV owners charge their cars at home, making it a popular choice. Many states, cities, municipalities, and electric utility companies also offer rebates and incentives for home charging. If you live in an apartment complex, try checking in with the leasing office or property manager. An EV charger might be available as an amenity.

    Most households will have either a Level 1 or Level 2 charger. Level 1 is the slowest and is best for owners who don’t drive often or who can recharge overnight from a standard outlet. Level 2 charging is faster and typically uses a 240-volt circuit, similar to what many electric clothes dryers use.

    MORE: How Much Does It Cost to Charge an Electric Car?

    Workplace Charging

    Many companies have installed charging stations for employees to use while at the office. These chargers tend to be Level 2 chargers, which give your car a faster charge in fewer hours than Level 1 charging. Taking advantage of workplace charging can save you time and money, but remember charging etiquette: Move your car when it’s done charging and share access with co-workers.

    Public Charging

    A charging station might seem intimidating if it’s your first time charging an EV, as they can sometimes be unreliable, charge at different speeds, or require different apps or payment methods. You’ll occasionally find broken chargers or another EV occupying a spot longer than necessary, but many public charging stations are conveniently located in places where you run errands.

    Public charging stations usually have Level 2 chargers or DC fast chargers, sometimes called Level 3 chargers. DC fast chargers deliver the most energy to your car in the shortest time. These chargers are great for long drives or when you need a quick charge to get home. Many EVs can DC fast-charge to about 80% in under an hour, and some can do it in roughly 15–30 minutes under ideal conditions.

    Keep in mind that while DC fast chargers are great in certain scenarios, they should not be your go-to for everyday use. Frequent DC fast charging may accelerate battery degradation compared to slower AC charging, especially in heat or at high states of charge. For everyday charging, many automakers recommend limiting the charge to around 80% when a full charge isn’t needed.

    MORE: Electric Car Range: Everything You Need to Know

    What About Tesla/NACS Charging?

    Vehicles using Tesla's Supercharger network.Vehicles using Tesla's Supercharger network.

    Fortunately for Tesla owners, the company has a large and generally reliable Supercharger network for charging away from home. Tesla’s connector design is now standardized as SAE J3400 and is commonly known as NACS. Many automakers have announced plans to adopt NACS/J3400 on North American EVs, especially for 2025 and newer models, but availability varies by brand and model year.

    Until recently, most non-Tesla EVs in North America used CCS for DC fast charging. Some CCS-equipped EVs can now access select Tesla Superchargers using an automaker-approved NACS DC adapter, but compatibility depends on the vehicle, software support, adapter, and Supercharger site. Tesla vehicles can also use many non-Tesla public chargers with the appropriate adapter.

    Editor’s Note: We have updated this article since its initial publication. Austin Morris contributed to the report.

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  • Brand New 2026 Toyota RAV4 Reviewed

    Brand New 2026 Toyota RAV4 Reviewed

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  • Tesla Wants To Vacuum The Hot Air Out Of Cars To Improve Range

    Tesla Wants To Vacuum The Hot Air Out Of Cars To Improve Range

    • Tesla patented a new way of cooling down your EV’s cabin in the summer heat.
    • Its new method involves using vacuums to suck up hot air and put it directly into the car’s HVAC system.
    • This would make cooling hot spots inside of cars much easier, potentially unlocking more range.

    Car interiors get hot, and conditioning them (whether it be preconditioning before you get in, or just keeping it at the right temperature while scooting down the road) saps up a significant amount of juice that could have been translated into mileage instead.

    That’s what makes one of Tesla’s latest patents so interesting. Its invention proposes a new way of cooling down a car’s interior by targeting “hot air pockets” in the cabin. Here’s how it’s done.


    Tesla HVAC Patent Interior

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    According to the patent, Tesla’s method involves installing a suction unit into the car’s HVAC system. This creates negative pressure (aka: vacuum) that can be applied to specific vents in the car near these pockets of hot air. The hot air is then sucked into the car’s HVAC system and conditioned with the rest of the cabin air before being recirculated back into the car.

    A good example of this would be solar radiation. The sun beating down on the car’s glass roof is an easy way to heat up the cabin—I’m sure you’ve felt this before when getting into a car on a hot day, or even when feeling the sun hitting your arm or leg for an extended time while driving down the road. The larger the vehicle and its interior space (Think Model X compared to a Model 3), the more surface area and ambient cabin space that requires conditioning.

    But Tesla’s idea is that this thermal conditioning can be a done a bit more efficiently. The goal, according to the patent, is to “maximize thermal comfort and minimize energy consumption”—basically, pull air from spaces that need to be cooled and more evenly distribute the temperature in the cabin.



    Based on the data in the patent, Tesla shows that the tech could lower the power draw by as much as 7.4%. That might not seem like a lot, however, that’s a savings of around 127 watts when it’s 104 degrees outside. That cuts the peak power consumed by the HVAC down from 1,720 watts to just 1,593.

    Tesla’s patent goes further by noting that the suction can be conditionally activated by sensing the temperature in the cabin and activating the suction only in areas that need to be conditioned.

    The idea is admittedly pretty innovative. Of course, this is just a patent, so it may never actually make it into an actual production car. But this is a clever way of improving range without boosting battery capacity, playing with aerodynamics, or doing anything special to the powertrain. 

    On a 100-degree day, for example, air conditioner use contributes to a range loss of up to 18%, a study from Recurrent found. If Tesla’s method is able to squeeze a bit more range out of its cars while also improving passenger comfort, that’s a win-win.

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  • This Four-Cylinder Chevy Camaro’s 9.768-Second Quarter-Mile Is a New Record

    This Four-Cylinder Chevy Camaro’s 9.768-Second Quarter-Mile Is a New Record

    I always forget that Chevy even made a four-cylinder Camaro. Maybe that’s why I was extra shocked to see this video from ZZPerformance. The Michigan shop has a stellar reputation with small-displacement General Motors platforms, touting the motto of “Go Fast, Not Broke.” It’s only fitting, then, that ZZP would have a hand in this record-setting run, where a customer from Iowa hustled their turbo Camaro down the track in 9.768 seconds at 137 miles per hour.

    Owner Jake Starr already held the record for the world’s quickest quarter-mile in a four-cylinder Camaro, going 9.92 seconds in a previous run. This pass at US 131 Motorsports Park was a good bit quicker, thanks in part to a 60-foot time of just 1.36 seconds. Every once in a while, the stars align with a prepped surface, sticky Mickey Thompsons out back, and a stellar reaction at the Christmas tree.

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    4-Cylinder Camaro Runs 9.768 Quarter Mile

    ZZPerformance had Starr’s Camaro on the dyno back in October. It recorded peak figures of 593 horsepower near 6,500 rpm and 511 lb-ft of torque around 5,500 rpm. In addition to an upgraded Xona Rotor 7164 turbo with a 3D-printed exhaust manifold and Tial 38-millimeter wastegate, the Bowtie runs XDI injectors, ZZP sixth port injection, an SMG auxiliary pump, and a ZL1 low-pressure fuel pump. Fisher Built beefed up the 8L45 transmission for drag duty—a world-first for that platform, I’m told—and the limited-slip differential sends power to Camaro SS axles.

    The engine has been bored ever so slightly—.25mm, to run ZZP’s forged 86.25mm pistons—and the valvetrain has also been improved with new valve springs and stage two cams. Starr had sturdier head studs installed, and it has stronger balance shafts and an ATI dampener.

    Chevy Camaro drag car
    Starr runs 17-by-4.5-inch skinnies up front and 15-by-10-inch Billet Win Lite rears with 275/60 Mickey Thompson Type R tires. Also, he has a pair of carbon fiber doors ready to be installed so they match the front fenders. ZZ Performance

    Factory power numbers for GM’s LTG four-cylinder were OK as-is, with 275 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque. It provided an 11 lb-ft torque advantage over the Camaro’s V6 before it was discontinued; however, it was down 60 hp to the larger engine. The General’s 2.0-liter also fell short of the Ford Mustang EcoBoost’s 315 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque.

    GM has since put a larger 2.7-liter turbo four in other platforms like the Colorado ZR2 and full-size Silverado, and it makes up to 310 hp and 430 lb-ft of torque in those trucks. Very little is shared between the LTG and “TurboMax,” as the manufacturer calls its current four-cylinder. I’d be curious to see what one of those could do in a Camaro, and if Chevy decides to bring the model back for a seventh generation, there’s a fair chance we’ll find out.

    Got a tip or question for the author? Contact them directly: caleb@thedrive.com

    From running point on new car launch coverage to editing long-form features and reviews, Caleb does some of everything at The Drive. And he really, really loves trucks.


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  • BMW hits two millionth BEV milestone

    BMW hits two millionth BEV milestone

    BMW Group has produced its two-millionth fully electric vehicle (BEV), marking a major milestone as it accelerates an electrification push while maintaining a flexible, multi-powertrain production strategy.

     

    The landmark vehicle, a BMW i5 M60 xDrive sedan finished in Tansanit Blue, recently rolled off the line at BMW’s Dingolfing plant in Germany and will be delivered to a customer in Spain.

     

    The achievement highlights BMW’s rapid scale-up of EV production, particularly since 2021 when the company began series manufacturing of BEVs at Dingolfing with the BMW iX.

     

    Today, the Bavarian facility has become the group’s central hub for EV production, building models including the iX, i5 sedan and Touring, and i7 luxury flagship.

     

    Since launching EV production, more than 320,000 electric vehicles have been assembled at Dingolfing alone, accounting for roughly one in six of all BMW Group BEVs built globally.

     

    In 2025, more than a quarter of vehicles produced at the plant were fully electric, underlining the increasing role of EVs within the company’s output mix.

     

    BMW used the milestone to reinforce its “iFactory” production philosophy, which allows different powertrains – internal combustion, hybrid and electric – to be built on the same production lines.

     

    Rather than committing factories to a single drivetrain, the approach enables BMW to adapt to changing market demand while maintaining manufacturing efficiency.

     

    The strategy has already been rolled out across its German production network, with every domestic plant now building at least one all-electric model alongside conventional vehicles.

     

    The two-million-unit milestone signals a shift in BMW’s EV business from niche to mainstream with electric vehicles now integrated into standard production operations rather than treated as standalone projects.

     

    It also reflects broader industry trends as manufacturers balance the transition to electrification with the need to retain flexibility amid uneven global demand for EVs.

     

    For BMW, the milestone is less about a single vehicle and more about the scale of its transition – with electric models now firmly embedded in its core manufacturing footprint.

     

    As production continues to ramp up, the company is positioning itself to expand its EV portfolio while maintaining its long-standing strategy of offering multiple powertrain options across key segments.

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  • Cupra Tavascan review | Auto Express

    Cupra Tavascan review | Auto Express

    2025 Cupra

    Tavascan

    4,697 milesAutomaticElectric

    Cash £34,995

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    2025 Cupra

    Tavascan

    2,719 milesAutomaticElectric

    Cash £29,995

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    2025 Cupra

    Tavascan

    3,569 milesAutomaticElectric

    Cash £38,695

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    We’ve put the Cupra Tavascan through its paces against the Ford Capri in a twin test, and our pictures editor, Dawn Grant, has even run a V1 trim Tavascan as part of our long-term fleet.

    Cupra Tavascan prices and latest deals

    How much does the Cupra Tavascan cost? Well, official ‘on the road’ prices range from £47,340 to £62,760 but you can currently save an average of £12,407 through the Auto Express Find A Car service, where prices start at £35,567. You can lease a Cupra Tavascan from £413 per month or buy a used model at prices starting from £29,995.

    Check out our latest new car deals, leasing deals and used car deals for the top offers available now on Auto Express. And don’t forget we can help you sell your car, too.

    So, we’ve already placed a lot of focus on the Tavascan’s price, and here it is: £47,400. That gets you behind the wheel of the V1 model, which features a 77kWh battery and a 282bhp electric motor driving the rear wheels. This powertrain is also offered in V2 trim for around £6,000 more than the V1. 

    Two motors are fitted to the near £56,000 VZ1, making the Tavascan four-wheel drive with total power output of 335bhp. The top-spec model is the VZ2, which adds roughly £5,000 to the VZ1’s price. Both of these models feature the same 77kWh battery as the V1 and V2 models.

    You can save a considerable amount by building your perfect Cupra Tavascan with the Auto Express Buy a Car service. We also have a wide range of Tavascan leasing deals to choose from. We can even help you to sell your car.

    VW-derived running gear has been tuned to deliver a sporty drive, but it’s not all good news

    Pros

    • A well-balanced chassis with decent handling
    • Adaptive dampers offer a wide range of abilities
    • Strong grip and rapid acceleration are highlights

    Cons

    • Inconsistent feel to the brake pedal
    • Standard dampers deliver an overly firm ride
    • Rearward visibility is hampered by the sporty coupe-SUV shape

    The Tavascan’s powertrains are impressive, but the choice is more limited than in some other alternatives in this segment. With no entry-level model offered in the vein of the 168bhp option available in the Ford Capri or Ford Explorer (two cars that use the same running gear as the Tavascan), the Cupra’s base price is high. Instead, the range kicks off with a single-motor model which sends a healthy 282bhp to the rear wheels, while the 4Drive model has (as the name suggests) four-wheel drive, plus 335bhp from its twin-motor set-up. You pay for this performance, though, with the top-spec version of the Tavascan costing more than £60,000.

    Model  Power 0-62mph Top speed
    Tavascan V1 77kWh 282bhp 6.8 seconds 112mph
    Tavascan V2 77kWh 282bhp 6.8 seconds 112mph
    Tavascan VZ1 77kWh 335bhp 5.5 seconds 112mph

    Electric motors, 0-60mph acceleration and top speed

    The Tavascan fitted with a rear-mounted electric motor has more than enough performance – more than most buyers will need, in fact. The 0-62mph sprint takes 6.8 seconds, so few buyers will require the 335bhp option. 

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  • Toyota teases the Lexus TZ, a three-row all-electric large SUV, debuting on May 7

    Toyota teases the Lexus TZ, a three-row all-electric large SUV, debuting on May 7

    Lexus, Toyota’s luxury sub-brand, posted a teaser ahead of its event on May 7, 10:30 AM JST. The teaser picture shows a silhouette of a large SUV, which is most likely the Lexus TZ, which first appeared in the news cycle back in 2023.

    Toyota teases the Lexus TZ, a three-row all-electric large SUV, debuting on May 7

    Of course, we can’t know for sure, but the timing seems very fitting. Toyota announced in February its fully-electric, three-row Highlander SUV, on which the Lexus TZ will be based. The two SUVs will share the modified TNGA-K platform, which Toyota says is optimized for interior space and efficiency.

    Alleged Lexus TZ
    Alleged Lexus TZ

    Alleged Lexus TZ

    A Lexus TZ prototype has already been spotted on the streets of Europe, which suggests a late 2026 or an early 2027 launch time frame. And even with its camouflage, it’s obvious that the design will differ slightly from the Toyota Highlander EV.

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