Volkswagen

New figures suggest demand for Volkswagen's cheapest electric models in Germany has overtaken orders for comparable petrol and diesel cars, complicating the company's continued reliance on combustion vehicles. Commenters are reading it as a sign the shift to electric driving is accelerating from the bottom of the market up, with affordable EVs now winning mainstream buyers and pressuring Volkswagen's product strategy.

Bentley has unveiled the Torcal, the British luxury marque's first fully electric vehicle. The announcement marks a milestone in Bentley's shift toward electrification and away from petrol engines, and is drawing attention from automotive and sustainability watchers alike, with the car described as an electric SUV developed under parent company Volkswagen Group.

Volkswagen of America announced that its 2027 models will feature in-vehicle gaming, letting passengers play games on the car's infotainment system. The move follows a broader automotive trend of turning dashboards into entertainment hubs, especially as electric vehicles and autonomous features change how people spend time in cars. Car enthusiasts and tech watchers are weighing in on what built-in gaming means for drivers and passengers.