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This $32,000 SUV Just Broke the Luxury Rulebook
Large new-energy SUVs have been called a "red ocean" for years. The Li L8 sells family lifestyle. The AITO M7 sells Huawei's smart driving. The NIO ES6 sells battery swapping and service. The Xpeng G9 sells ultra‑fast charging. Each carries one distinct label, and buyers pick a label – space or intelligence, chassis composure or purchase price, a third row that works or a trunk that fits luggage.
By Jin2 months ago in Wheel
The EV Savings Myth: Why Your Gas Car Might Actually Be Cheaper
A calculation repeated many times, but rarely done right The other day I had dinner with a friend who told me he wanted to switch cars. His budget was about 150,000 RMB, and he was torn between a Camry and a BYD.
By Jin2 months ago in Wheel
BMW’s 5-Series Just Dropped to $39,000 — And That’s Not the Real Story
Wang Yu had worked at the BMW dealership for seven years. He had seen monthly sales go from single digits to a peak of forty cars, and he remembered the days when a BMW 3 Series cost 400,000 yuan on the road and still had a waiting list. Now he sat on the leather sofa in the sales lounge, facing a man in his early thirties wearing a gray jacket, twirling a set of car keys in his hand—keys from the Audi next door.
By Jin2 months ago in Wheel
I Found the Last Russian Car in Beijing. Here’s Why They’re All Dead in China.
East of Beijing’s Fifth Ring Road, a parallel‑import dealership has kept a 2023 Lada Niva on its showroom floor for the past seven months. Dark green, boxy, with exposed door hinges. Turn the key and the dash needle twitches once before it steadies.
By Jin2 months ago in Wheel
The King Is Wounded — BYD Loses Its Crown to Geely
Opening: A Gap That Is No Longer Vast In July 2026, China's new energy vehicle (NEV) retail penetration reached a record 65.1%. In the same month, passenger car export growth nearly doubled.
By Jin2 months ago in Wheel
The Discount Dilemma: How China's EV Onslaught Is Forcing UK Automakers to Slash Prices
Discounting is rife in the British car market, according to the head of the country's main automotive industry body, as a wave of Chinese entrants piles pressure on traditional manufacturers and forces them to offer deeper discounts to compete with lower-cost imports.
By Mark Lim 3 months ago in Wheel
Malaysia's Electric Vehicle Crossroads: Balancing Protectionism and Investment in the Race for a Regional EV Hub
Malaysia's ambition to become a regional electric vehicle (EV) hub is facing its most critical test yet. The government's recent overhaul of EV import and assembly regulations has sparked intense debate across the industry, exposing the deep tensions between protecting domestic automotive players and securing the foreign investment essential for the country's electric future.
By Mark Lim 3 months ago in Wheel
How a Phone Company Just Crushed Toyota and BMW
In July 2026, Xiaomi SU7 delivered 21,044 vehicles. A table shows what that number means. The SU7 sold nearly twice as many as the second‑place Camry. Among the top ten, only two are pure electric vehicles: the Model 3, in fifth, and the SU7 at the top. The former is retreating; the latter is advancing.
By Jin3 months ago in Wheel
Colorado’s Landmark EV Battery Law Could Set the National Standard for End-of-Life Management
Electric vehicles are undeniably central to a decarbonized transportation future, but their environmental promise hinges on solving a critical blind spot: what happens when their batteries reach end-of-life. Battery production accounts for a significant portion of an EV’s lifetime carbon footprint, requiring energy-intensive mining and processing of lithium, nickel, and cobalt. Without robust recycling infrastructure, these valuable materials risk becoming hazardous waste or stranded assets, undermining both sustainability goals and supply chain security. Colorado has emerged as a national leader with Senate Bill 26-003, signed into law in June 2026, which mandates automaker responsibility for battery collection and processing while setting enforceable mineral recovery targets a first-of-its-kind approach in the United States that could serve as a template for other states.
By Mark Lim 3 months ago in Wheel
Ford Reboots EV Strategy with $29,945 F-150 Lightning: A New Benchmark for Affordable Electric Utility
Ford is executing a decisive reset of its electric vehicle strategy with the unveiling of the Fathom, the first model built on its newly developed Universal Electric Vehicle Platform (UEV). Positioned as a direct response to growing consumer demand for affordable, practical EVs, the Fathom will launch with a starting price of $29,945, including destination, a figure that not only meets but slightly undercuts Ford’s previously teased $30,000 target. Equipped with a standard-range battery delivering an estimated 300 miles of range , the Fathom immediately establishes itself as a formidable competitor in the emerging budget-friendly electric truck category, particularly against the upcoming Slate Truck, which starts at $26,400 but offers only 205 miles of range. This combination of price and range positions Ford to capture buyers who have been priced out of premium EVs yet remain skeptical of limited-utility alternatives.
By Mark Lim 3 months ago in Wheel
Mercedes-Benz: The Inventor of the Automobile and Master of Performance. AI-Generated.
Few automotive brands carry the same level of prestige, engineering excellence, and historical significance as Mercedes-Benz . Whether it’s defining the luxury sedan segment, pioneering cutting-edge safety technology, or dominating Formula 1, Mercedes has consistently set the standard in the automotive world. But what makes the Three-Pointed Star so iconic? Let’s take a deep dive into its history, innovations, and cultural impact.
By Mark Lim 3 months ago in Wheel
2026 BYD Sealion 7 Teased for Malaysia: 800V Charging and 502 km Range Coming July 30. AI-Generated.
In a Malaysian electric vehicle market that evolves at breakneck speed, even a tech-laden SUV launched less than two years ago can begin to feel dated. The BYD Sealion 7, despite remaining a strong seller since its 2024 debut, has faced mounting pressure from newer competitors offering superior charging technology and range. BYD Malaysia has now responded with an official teaser for the 2026 Sealion 7, confirming a July 30 launch under the tagline “redefined further for tomorrow.” While exterior styling is expected to remain largely unchanged, the update targets the vehicle’s most significant technical shortcomings, arriving at a pivotal moment shaped by both competitive dynamics and shifting government policy.
By Mark Lim 3 months ago in Wheel