On March 11, Mercedes-Benz globally debuted the VLE EV, a new battery electric MPV for production in China.
The VLE EV measures 5,309mm or 5,484mm long, 1,999mm wide, and 1,943mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,342mm or 3,517mm. A three-row seating layout offers up to eight seats.
The VLE EV is built on an 800V electrica

On March 4, CARIAD announced that it has developed Evasive Steering Assist to improve road safety and help prevent accidents. The system activates when a collision is about to happen, and the driver does not react in time. It supports the driver by helping the vehicle avoid a crash.
The system only activates when it

On March 5, BMW initiated the prototype winter testing of the latest generation of 3 Series i.e. the first Neue Klasse sedan, the fully electric BMW i3 at BMW’s test centre in Arjeplog, Sweden.
Engineers are completing final driving tests on snowy roads and frozen lakes. On slippery roads, the system provides stable

On February 20, CARIAD and NIRA Dynamics developed the system, which uses friction data from vehicles to measure how well tires grip the road. Every day, they analyze millions of data points from connected cars in real time. The system can detect slippery roads even before weather apps show warnings. Drivers receive

On February 12, UE | STUDIOS unveiled its first autonomous vehicle with SUE (Self-driving Urban E-Shuttle). It is a fully electric, autonomous people mover specifically designed for real-world use in public transport. The vehicle was entirely developed, designed, and manufactured in Germany.
UE | STUDIOS, headquarter

On February 19, Audi announced the new RS 5, Audi Sport’s first high-performance plug-in hybrid model, combining a twin-turbo V6 engine with electrified quattro AWD and Dynamic Torque Control.
The RS 5 features a 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6 producing 375 kW and 600 Nm, paired with a 130-kW electric motor delivering 460 N

On February 19, Daimler Truck announced that its new Mercedes-Benz eArocs 400 has successfully completed tough winter testing near the Finnish Arctic Circle in temperatures as low as -20°C. The electric truck was tested on snow and ice to check traction, driving stability, cold starts, battery performance, charging b

On February 18, Daimler Truck launched its own AI platform, LibreChat, for employees worldwide. The company is developing LibreChat internally and sharing improvements with the open-source community.
LibreChat allows employees to use different AI models such as GPT, Claude, and DALL-E. Employees can also create their

On February 5, CARIAD developed a new Soft Stop function designed to deliver extremely smooth braking, with no jerks, no noise, and high efficiency. The function replaces the traditional braking approach with intelligent software. Instead of directly applying the driver’s brake input, the system recalculates how the

On February 4, BMW announced that its Munich plant launched production of the first near-series test vehicles for the new BMW i3. This marks the beginning of the final preparation phase for the start of series production in the second half of 2026.
The plant logistics and production processes are working in real cond

On February 3, Opel announced the new Astra Electric and Astra Sports Tourer Electric. Designed, developed, and built in Rüsselsheim, Germany, the updated models provide improved technology, comfort, and a sharper design while keeping prices unchanged.
The Astra Electric now features a 58-kWh battery with a 115 kW (1

On January 29, Mercedes-Benz unveiled the updated S-Class luxury saloon.
Production of the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class will begin at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Sindelfingen, Germany in 2026. The flagship versions are built in Factory 56, a highly flexible facility where the S-Class, Mercedes Maybach S Class, and the al

Volkswagen is reportedly planning to rename the ID.4 electric crossover as the ID. Tiguan, in an attempt to give the model better name recognition and tie it to a popular ICE model. According to the IG Metall labor union, the name change will go into effect with the launch of a refreshed version of the ID.4. 
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On January 26, Daimler Truck introduced Mercedes-Benz NextGenH2 Truck, a new hydrogen-powered truck. As part of a small production run, 100 trucks will be built at the Wörth plant, Germany and will begin real-world use with customers from late 2026.
The new model builds on the strengths of the first GenH2 Truck. It s

On January 22, CARIAD developed a new feature that can turn a car’s interior into a relaxing space, a work area, or a sporty cockpit, depending on the driver’s needs. These “experience worlds” are built on Android Automotive OS, making them easy to use across different vehicle types and equipment levels.
The system i

On January 15, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (VWCV) announced it plans to expand its lineup in 2026. This includes launching the ID. Buzz Cargo with a long wheelbase. The Multivan and California models will also receive a fully modernized cockpit, refreshed design, and updated drivetrains.
In 2026, the new Transport

On January 14, CARIAD announced that its US and Germany teams has built their own MQTT (Message Queuing Telemetry Transport) broker tailored to VW Group needs. It handles millions of cars sending messages at the same time without performance issues. The system is designed for scale and reliability, ensuring data such

On January 5, BMW announced that it will showcase the first model of the Neue Klasse iX3 at CES 2026, Las Vegas. The model introduces future technologies that will be used across the BMW lineup.
BMW is introducing the next-generation, AI-powered BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant. For the first time, it includes Amaz

On January 3, Volkswagen unveiled the all-new ID. Polo, offering a first look at the interior of its future models. The design introduces improved clarity, quality, and intuitive controls based on familiar VW patterns. A new software generation adds updated features, while a retro display brings 1980s charm.
The ID.

On January 2, Mercedes-Benz announced that it will unveil the all-electric GLC for the first time in the USA at CES 2026. The new electric GLC is slated to join the US lineup in the second half of 2026. It has a range of 713 km and a power of 483 hp. It has an AI-powered MB.OS operating system, and the optional 39.1-