Today’s top stories

• Lucid Reveals a New EV Platform and a Bigger Vision

• BYD’s Next Global Move May Start in Canada

• Tesla’s Robotaxi App May Finally Be Coming to Android

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Lucid is making a major shift beyond ultra-premium EVs with new midsize models, software revenue plans, and robotaxi ambitions. This is not just about more cars. It is about whether Lucid can turn bold technology into a scalable business.

BYD is looking far beyond selling more EVs, with Canada now on the radar as the company weighs new factories, possible acquisitions, and faster overseas expansion. At the same time, it is doubling down on Europe and South America while stepping back from the U.S. market.

Rivian’s R2 may be the SUV that changes everything for the brand. It brings lower pricing, real range, and big expectations at a critical moment. See the pricing and why this launch matters more than it seems.

Avatr’s new 06T is trying something most brands have walked away from: a sleek wagon with huge power and two very different drivetrains. It pairs striking shooting brake styling with up to 955 hp, while also offering a range-extender version for drivers who want more flexibility.

Honda’s EV plans just took a dramatic turn, with three North America-bound models now off the table and the financial fallout growing fast. The decision says as much about shifting market realities as it does about Honda’s own struggle to keep pace.

Tesla’s Robotaxi app may be getting ready for a much bigger audience, and Android users appear to be next in line. A new clue inside the latest app build hints that Tesla is quietly laying the groundwork for wider access.

Volkswagen’s latest EV in China is more than a new SUV. The ID. UNYX 08 shows how far the company is willing to go to match China’s speed, software demands, and local competition.

With adventurous styling and promising capability, the R2 could make Rivian’s trail-ready spirit more accessible than ever.

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