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- 1Electric vehicle sales are plummeting: will EVs turn niche?โElectric vehicle sales are plummeting. Will they soon become too niche?
Electric vehicle sales are falling sharply, prompting questions about whether the technology risks becoming a niche product rather than a mainstream choice. The downturn, reported by ABC News, comes as buyers weigh high prices, charging availability and range concerns, while automakers reassess production plans and governments continue pushing electrification targets amid weakening consumer demand.
- 2Boston Dynamics robot dogs dance for Detroit auto congressโผFour dancing robot dogs from Boston Dynamics greet attendees of the Automotive News Congress in downtown Detroit.
Four Boston Dynamics Spot robot dogs performed choreographed dance routines for attendees at the Automotive News Congress in downtown Detroit. The demonstration showcased advances in quadruped robotics to an audience of automotive industry leaders, drawing attention as carmakers weigh automation and robotics for factories and beyond.
- 3Henry Payne tests the Ford Mustang Dark Horse SCโผPushing the envelope in the Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC | Payne
The Detroit News has published a review by auto writer Henry Payne of the Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC, in which he pushes the performance coupe to its limits. The piece joins ongoing coverage of Ford's track-focused Mustang variant as enthusiasts weigh its supercharged power against rivals.
- 4Boston Dynamics robot dogs dance at Automotive News CongressโผAutomotive News Congress showcases Boston Dynamics' dancing robot dogs
Boston Dynamics' Spot robot dogs performed a choreographed dance routine at the Automotive News Congress, drawing attention from attendees and media. The demonstration highlighted the robotics company's quadruped machines, known for their agility and entertainment value, and underscored growing interest in robotics within the automotive industry.
- 5Bill Ford criticizes tech added for its own sakeโผBill Ford knocks 'technology for technology's sake'
Bill Ford, executive chair of Ford Motor Company, is criticizing the automotive industry's habit of adding technology for technology's sake rather than for genuine customer benefit. His remarks are being picked up by US outlets including The Detroit News and the Belleville News-Democrat. The comments touch on an ongoing debate about in-car screens, software subscriptions and feature bloat in modern vehicles.
- 6BMW rolls out model updates for autumn 2026โBMW model updates, autumn 2026. https:// en.auto-mania.fr/auto-news-en- gb/bmw-model-updates-autumn-2026/ # automania #
BMW is preparing a round of model updates arriving in autumn 2026, according to automotive news coverage. The changes reportedly span the manufacturer's lineup, with the coverage highlighting cars and electric vehicles among the topics of interest. Details on which models are affected and what the updates include remain limited to the announcement itself, and car enthusiasts are sharing the news across automotive communities.
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BMW has presented the new 3 Series, drawing attention across automotive news. Details on design, engines, and technology are limited so far, with official information coming from BMW Group itself. Car watchers are watching for specifics on what changes the latest generation of the popular sedan brings compared with the previous model.
- 8Automotive News Congress opens its 2026 editionโScenes from the first full day of the 2026 Automotive News Congress
The 2026 Automotive News Congress has begun its first full day, with the trade publication sharing scenes from the event. The gathering brings together auto industry executives, analysts and journalists to discuss the state of the sector. Details on specific sessions, speakers or announcements made on day one have not yet been widely reported.
- 9BMW surprises with ultra-potent electric i3 M60 sports sedanโBMW Takes Us By Surprise With 'Ultra-Potent' i3 M60 Electric Sports Sedan
BMW has reportedly taken observers by surprise with a new i3 M60, described as an ultra-potent electric sports sedan. The announcement suggests the company is positioning a high-performance battery-electric model under its M performance badge. Details on specifications, pricing, and launch timing have not yet been widely reported.
- 10CarIX.AI raises seed funding for Gulf car-buying AI platformโCarIX.AI raises seed round for Gulf car-buying AI platform
CarIX.AI has raised a seed funding round to develop its artificial intelligence platform for car buying in the Gulf region. The startup is positioning itself in the growing market for AI-driven automotive retail tools in the Middle East, though details of the investors and funding amount were not disclosed.
- 11Study maps how connected cars share your dataโThis study looks at how and with whom connected # cars share your data In news that should surprise very few, connected
A new study examines how connected cars collect and share driver data, and with which third parties. The findings confirm what privacy advocates have long argued: modern vehicles function as data-gathering machines, transmitting information about drivers to a range of companies. Researchers say the study offers a clearer picture than before of exactly what data cars give away and who receives it, renewing calls for stricter rules on automotive data collection.
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An Automotive News Congress event is being covered, bringing together auto industry figures and policymakers, with The Detroit News among outlets reporting on it. The gathering comes as the US auto sector faces pressure over tariffs, electrification timelines and federal policy shifts affecting manufacturers like those based in Detroit.