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BYD is preparing to launch a new electric hatch, positioned between the Dolphin and Seagull (Dolphin Surf) in terms of size. When is BYD launching the Great Seagull? The Seagull, which BYD sells as the Dolphin Surf and Dolphin Mini outside of China, is among the best-selling EVs in the world. In the first half of 2026, BYD’s Seagull (Dolphin Mini/Dolphin Surf) was the sixth-best-selling EV globally, with over 27,500 units sold according to data compiled by Cleantechnica. In China, it starts at just 69,900 yuan, or about $10,000. We knew BYD was preparing to launch an updated version after…

OLED TVs have become considerably more accessible over the years, but buying one from a premium brand can still get expensive very quickly. Sony’s newest Bravia is trying to make that jump a little easier. The company has launched the 2026 Bravia 6, a 48-inch (more sizes available) OLED TV priced at $1,299.99. That’s still a decent chunk of money for a television, but it’s relatively approachable by Sony OLED standards, especially given what’s packed into it. At its core, you’re getting a 4K OLED panel with the deep blacks and strong contrast you’d expect from the technology. Sony also…

Automotive The North American auto industry was expecting some breathing room from ongoing U.S.-Canada trade negotiations. Instead, automakers are now staring at the possibility of a much bigger problem. President Donald Trump has announced plans to raise tariffs on Canadian-built vehicles, trucks, and auto parts from 25% to 50% beginning January 1, 2027, following the collapse of recent trade talks between Washington and Ottawa. The move is a sharp reversal from what manufacturers had been hoping for, as a potential agreement reportedly would have lowered the tariff on Canadian cars and light-duty trucks to 15%. With just a…

The memory limitations were first introduced with Android 17, appearing first on Pixel phones. It’s probably no coincidence that the base configurations of the Pixel 11 Pro and 11 Pro XL come with less RAM than last year’s models. As Android 17 rolls out to the wider ecosystem, Google warns developers that they’ll need to play nice with a much bigger range of devices: “Over the coming year, an increasing number of manufacturers will leverage the Android per-app memory limits across their portfolio of device RAM configurations from 4GB to 16GB+ devices.”Google has a pretty clear directive if apps misbehave:…

Adventure bikes have never been more relevant. In a world where riders increasingly want one machine that can handle the commute, the weekend blast, and the occasional dirt road detour, the small-bore ADV segment has quietly become one of the most hotly contested in motorcycling. Nearly every major manufacturer now has a credible entry-level ADV on the market, each one pitching itself as the sensible starting point for riders who want to explore. The trouble is, most of them are exactly that — starting points. Riders outgrow them, trade up, and move on. But a handful of bikes in this…

The IMAX logo doesn’t always tell you what kind of screen or projector you’re getting. Davelogan/Getty Images The Odyssey has certainly thrust IMAX into the spotlight again, particularly if you’ve been seeking out one of the few theaters that can screen Christopher Nolan’s epic in 70mm IMAX. However, there’s a catch behind that blue logo: two theaters that sell you an IMAX ticket can provide noticeably different experiences. One could be a big 1.43:1 screen with 70mm film or dual-laser projection. Another could be a converted multiplex auditorium with a much wider and smaller screen. That…

Pictures of the new BMW iX5 M undergoing testing.

Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) issued a statement saying it was disappointed that the United States and Canada did not reach a trade agreement during recent negotiations. The group said it has long supported free and fair trade in North America because it helps economic growth in the sectors its members serve. “AED is disappointed that the United States and Canada could not come to a trade agreement during recent negotiations. However, our resolve remains strong.” “Tariffs and retaliatory tariffs damage the economies on both sides of the border. Any measures that target equipment that builds, feeds and fuels both countries…

A GWM Wey V9X EV on display at the Beijing Auto Show in April 2026. Credit: CnEVPost. China will conduct nationwide inspections of intelligent connected vehicle safety, R&D and production capabilities, and product conformity. The campaign escalates recent scrutiny of automakers and testing organizations into a cross-agency, nationwide quality drive. China has launched a 1-year campaign to improve automotive product quality, expanding oversight of intelligent connected vehicle safety and production conformity. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), Ministry of Public Security, Ministry of Ecology and Environment, and State Administration for Market Regulation jointly issued a notice announcing the…

The biggest car news and reviews, no BS Our free daily newsletter sends the stories that really matter directly to you, every weekday. Good morning and welcome to The Downshift, or TDS for short, The Drive’s daily news roundup bringing you the biggest automotive headlines from around the world. Each item in The Downshift includes a link you can follow for the deeper story. Here’s your bulletin for Thursday, August 27, 2026. 🛻 Hyundai has been teasing a new body-on-frame platform for pickups and SUVs for a while now, and CEO Jose Muñoz added fuel to the fire this week, saying that the company may…