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Vehicles showcased by Leapmotor at the 2026 International Automotive Expo Hong Kong. Credit: Leapmotor Leapmotor’s cumulative global deliveries reached 1.5 million units, taking just 8 months to climb from 1 million to 1.5 million. The Lafa 5 electric hatchback began its global launch in Hong Kong, formally entering overseas markets. Leapmotor (HKEX: 9863) said Thursday that its cumulative global deliveries had surpassed 1.5 million units, as the Chinese EV maker backed by Stellantis NV (NYSE: STLA) keeps accelerating its delivery pace. It took Leapmotor just 8 months to go from 1 million to 1.5 million units. The company had reached…

The press release for the 2027 Chevrolet Silverado is live, and we’re finally getting a good look at the new pickup, marking the start of the truck’s fifth generation. We don’t have full specs just yet, nor do we have pricing, but we’ve got plenty of updates on new features, trims, and some welcome cosmetic updates. So far, we like what we see. It looks as good as ever; the onboard tech is up to date; we’ve got a nice range of engines to pick from; and the brand isn’t fixing anything that ain’t broken. Here are ten key points…

Photo: Arevon California’s utility-scale solar plants are generating more electricity than natural gas for most days of the year in 2026, according to new data from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). The EIA says that during the first five months of 2026, utility-scale solar generation in the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) rose 21% compared to the same period in 2024. Over the same timeframe, electricity generation from natural gas plants plunged 60%. Source: EIA Solar didn’t just edge out gas occasionally, either. Utility-scale solar generated more electricity than natural gas on 82% of days between January and May…

Hybrid SUVs have become increasingly common over the past decade, promising lower fuel costs and smoother daily commuting. But despite their popularity, many buyers still remain hesitant about long-term hybrid ownership. Once warranties expire, aging batteries, complex electrical systems, and potentially expensive repairs can make older hybrids feel intimidating. And honestly, some of those concerns were not entirely irrational. Yet one hybrid SUV from Ford quietly built a very different reputation over time. It never became especially trendy or dominated comparison tests. But owners kept driving them. And driving them. And driving them some more. Why Most Hybrid SUVs Become…

Meeting transcription tools have become increasingly popular, but most require a phone, laptop, smart glasses, or a dedicated recorder. Flowtica is taking a different approach with the Scribe, a pen that can write on paper while simultaneously recording conversations and using AI to generate meeting notes and action items. It looks like a pen, but it’s really a meeting recorder At first glance, the Flowtica Scribe resembles a standard refillable gel pen. It features a metal body, supports 0.5mm and 0.7mm tips, and can be used on ordinary paper like any other writing instrument. Inside, however, is a dedicated recording…

Images of the new Mercedes GLC 250 Electric

The Kia Sportage Hybrid is the company’s first hybrid electric vehicle to come out of its new facility in the US state of Georgia. While it’s possible to view this as simply a manufacturing move on behalf of the Korean company, it also represents a practical and economic reality for the company and its US customers. The Sportage Hybrid will emerge from the high-tech Ellabell, Georgia facility, also known as the Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA), a facility that can also handle electrified vehicles from Hyundai and Genesis. This hybrid crossover may avoid import duty pressures and potentially qualify…

If you are shopping for a 2026 Honda HR-V and want to know what dealers are actually paying, what a fair price looks like across every trim, or how to get the best deal near you before walking into a single showroom, this guide has exactly what you need. The HR-V has become one of Honda’s most important entry points into the subcompact SUV segment, offering compact SUV pricing with more rear-seat room and cargo space than most rivals in its class. The 2026 model carries forward a light refresh with updated front and rear styling, a larger…

The Huawei ADS system showcased at the Shanghai Auto Show in April 2025. Credit: CnEVPost The actual purchase cost of Huawei’s Qiankun ADS advanced feature package will rise by 3,000 yuan ($440). Surging memory chip prices are pushing more than 10 automakers to raise prices related to driver-assistance systems. The actual cost of buying Huawei’s advanced smart driving feature package in China will increase, making it the latest technology and auto supplier to raise prices amid rising global chip costs. Starting July 1, discounts on Huawei’s Qiankun ADS advanced feature package will narrow, and after factoring in automakers’ purchase subsidies,…

The $50 GB Operator is an accessory that lets you connect, play, and authenticate Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance cartridges on PCs and other devices. Now it’s getting some new functionality for the Game Boy Camera. After turning the Game Boy Camera into a charmingly awful desktop webcam two years ago, device-maker Epilogue has just released an iOS/Android mobile app so you can take photos while the Game Boy accessory is connected to your smartphone through the GB Operator.The Game Boy Camera was a terrible camera even by 1998 standards when it was released. It captured…