Car-head unit mirroring from Google
Ford has disclosed plans for a midsize electric pickup aimed at around $30,000, targeting 2027 delivery. The truck will use a universal EV platform, feature a front trunk, and promise lower ownership costs than older Teslas. Ford’s production will leverage a new “assembly tree” approach to simplify manufacturing and reduce parts. Competition tightens as BYD and others push lower-priced EVs.
Edmunds has compared redesigned 2026 Lexus ES and Mercedes CLA in gas and electric forms. The ES offers more interior space and a smoother ride, while the CLA provides strong real-world range and faster charging. Both are priced to attract buyers into the luxury segment.
Ford has announced the Fathom, a sub-$30,000 electric pickup built on a new Universal EV Platform. Prototypes will start in early 2027 with deliveries later that year, as Ford pushes a cost-focused, vertically integrated approach to catch up with Chinese competitors and Tesla.
Manufacturers have unveiled or trialled several new electric and hybrid family cars. Mercedes-Benz has launched a seven-seat GLB EV in the UK with an 85kWh battery, claimed range up to 379 miles and prices from £46,100. Bentley has previewed its Torcal EV with about 300 miles EPA range and up to 850+ PS calibration; Honda has reintroduced the Prelude as a hybrid coupe and compared it with Toyota's GR86.
Tesla has revealed European specifications for the Semi, announcing a 342-mile range, 800 kW Megacharger support, and 1,073 bhp from three rear motors. BYD and others unveil competing electric trucks across 3.5–44 tonnes, highlighting chargers and efficiency as the race for long-haul electrification accelerates.
GM is updating its in-vehicle infotainment to surface controls proactively, revamp Super Cruise visuals, and enable split-screen Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. The changes aim to reduce driver cognitive load and improve coexistence of native systems with third-party apps across the GM portfolio.
A wave of electric commercial vehicles is being unveiled at the IAA Transportation show and beyond. BYD’s E-Vali van and ETT 44 tractor lead a lineup expanding from 3.5 to 44 tonnes, with charging speeds up to 1.5MW and ranges up to 372 miles. Kia’s PV7 and PV5 prioritize space and flexibility, while Hyundai, Tesla, and others showcase advances in range, charging, and software. The market aims to slash emissions, boost fleet efficiency, and cut operating costs.
OpenAI’s latest GPT models are rolling out on Google Cloud for select enterprise customers, joining a wide array of models in Google’s Cloud Garden. The rollout also extends to Google’s Antigravity, opening new paths for developers and enterprises to run GPT models on Google infrastructure.