Today’s top stories

• Mercedes VLE Debuts: The Electric Van With a Built-In Cinema

• Uber Could Soon Let You Book a Zoox Robotaxi in Las Vegas

• Lotus Could Lead the First Wave of Chinese-Built EVs in Canada

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Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the all-new electric VLE, a luxury van that blends limousine comfort with MPV versatility and over 700 km of electric range. Inside, flexible seating, a massive panoramic roof, and a 31-inch cinema screen transform the cabin into a mobile lounge.

Porsche has unveiled the Cayenne S Electric, delivering up to 666 hp, blistering acceleration, and ultra-fast 400 kW charging. Positioned between the base model and the Turbo, it blends serious performance with long-range capability and premium customization.

Uber may soon let riders hail a fully driverless Zoox robotaxi in Las Vegas. The Amazon-owned company plans to bring its unique steering-wheel-free vehicles to the Uber app once regulators approve commercial deployment.

Kia is taking a different approach with the upcoming EV2, focusing heavily on making one of the quietest cabins in the compact EV segment. Through advanced simulations, acoustic materials, and targeted engineering, the small electric SUV aims to deliver a calm driving experience even at motorway speeds.

Lotus may soon introduce Chinese-built electric vehicles to Canada, potentially becoming the first brand to enter under a new tariff framework. With existing dealerships already in place, the luxury EV maker could move faster than most competitors.

Slate Auto has appointed a new CEO just months before launching its affordable electric pickup expected to cost around $25,000. With production plans already underway, the startup now faces the challenge of turning an ambitious low-cost EV promise into reality.

Gas prices continue to climb, but EV drivers are experiencing a very different reality. With home charging, lower running costs, and even solar-powered driving, electric vehicles are changing how people think about fueling a car.

The world premiere of the all-new electric VLE, marking Mercedes-Benz’s next step in luxury electric mobility and innovation in the premium van segment. ⚡

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