Automotive publications for 20 August 2026

Hongqi to be the first among BYD competitors to get Blade Battery 2.0: charging will take minutes
FAW will transfer the new platform with the second-generation battery to its premium brand

Next Mini Cooper Electric May Ditch Front-Wheel Drive: BMW Prepares for an Unexpected Reversal
For a brand that has used front-wheel drive for decades, this is a significant change

Chinese Audi models reach Europe without company's permission: E5 and E7X sold via gray import
An independent importer found a way to bring the cars to the Old World, and their specifications are truly impressive

Porsche to expand Sonderwunsch: Unique Cayenne and Panamera models can be ordered with factory customization
The individualization program, previously mainly available for the 911, now extends to more practical models, including classic cars