Today’s top stories

• Chinese EV Startups Hit Profit Milestone as Global Rivals Struggle

• BMW i5 Switches to Tesla-Style Charging Across All 2026 Models

• This Kia EV Packs 288 HP — And It’s Coming to America

  
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Chinese EV startups are reaching a milestone many automakers struggle to achieve: profitability. While Western carmakers continue pouring billions into the EV transition, brands like Nio, Xpeng, and Leapmotor are beginning to generate real profits and expand globally.

Hyundai is teasing a mysterious “big” reveal at the New York Auto Show, and the clues suggest something rugged is coming. From off-road XRT ambitions to electrified platforms, the debut could signal Hyundai’s next bold move in adventure vehicles.

BMW just made charging its electric sedan much simpler. All new U.S.-built BMW i5 models now come with Tesla’s NACS charging port, unlocking easier access to the massive Supercharger network. As more automakers adopt the same connector, the future of EV charging is starting to look far more unified.

Kia is bringing serious performance to one of its smallest EVs. The upcoming EV3 GT packs 288 horsepower, dual-motor AWD, and hot-hatch attitude into a compact electric package headed for the U.S. As small EVs become rarer, Kia is betting that fun might be the feature that brings them back.

The Freelander name is back — but now it’s electric. A rugged new SUV built on an advanced 800V platform is preparing for a global rollout after debuting in China. The return of this once-iconic off-roader hints at how classic adventure brands are being reinvented for the EV era.

A new electric car in China is turning heads for one simple reason: the price. Chery’s $8,500 QQ3 EV has already attracted nearly 57,000 orders in just weeks, proving demand for affordable electric cars is exploding.

Tesla is preparing to release FSD v14.3, a new update that promises smarter navigation and improved AI driving behavior. The version is already being tested internally and could reach drivers within days. Each update brings Tesla closer to more advanced automation—and expectations are rising with every release.

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