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VW has revealed three new ID concept cars in China, named the Aura, Evo, and Era. The three studies will evolve into production offerings through different join ventures. The company plans to launch over 30 new model launches in China, including 20 NEVs.Volkswagen made quite an entrance at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show, unveiling a trio of electrified concept cars that set the stage for future production models. The ID. Aura sedan takes the spotlight alongside the ID. Evo and ID.

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BEV sales in Europe reached 240,891 units in March, the second-highest month on record. Tesla led March sales but dropped to second in Q1, as VW soared with a 157% increase. The launch of the updated Model Y Juniper failed to reverse Tesla’s downward trend. The EV market in Europe is on a strong upward trajectory, with March 2025 marking the second-best month on record for registrations, contributing to the strongest quarter ever for battery electric vehicles (BEVs).

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Mercedes has shown its new steer-by-wire system that eliminates mechanical link with the wheels. The yoke design improves cabin space, visibility, autonomous and in-car entertainment functions. An extensive testing phase ensures safety with redundant architecture and backup systems. Mercedes is working on a new steer-by-wire system set to arrive in production vehicles by 2026, accompanied by a yoke-shaped steering wheel.

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Nissan is getting ready to unveil a new generation of the Elgrand minivan in Japan. The model promises to bring futuristic styling and a self-charging hybrid powertrain. The new Elgrand will make its debut later this year, with a market launch in 2026 or 2027. Nissan has published the first official teasers for the next generation of the Elgrand, ahead of its debut later this year.

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CATL’s second-gen Shenxing batteries can add 1.6 miles of range per second of charging. Dual-power batteries promise over 930 miles of driving range for electric vehicles. Sodium-ion batteries are safer, more resilient to cold weather, and could be cheaper. Electric vehicles are evolving rapidly, and if you’re still skeptical, CATL has just unveiled a series of significant advancements in battery technology that will soon make their way into production models.