Many people thought that the yoke-type steering wheels were the future of electric cars. Tesla isn't the only EV company that introduced them to its cars - quite a few manufacturers around the world followed that trend. However, China's safety experts have decided that these designs are not safe for the road. A new law is coming that will likely make these trendy wheels disappear from the world's biggest car market.

During the latest investor call, Rivian shared its plans for the next two years. The automaker had a busy 2025, which it called a "foundational year," and 2026 is seen as a major turning point. The big news is the launch of the Rivian R2, a smaller and more affordable SUV that the company hopes will win over many new drivers.

Volvo is giving its smallest electric car a moody makeover. The Swedish automaker has launched the Volvo EX30 Black Edition in the United Kingdom. This new version of the popular compact SUV trades bright chrome for a deep, dark look that is hard to miss. The car itself might be small, but it makes a big statement with its "all-black everything" theme.

Tesla announced its expansion of the FSD ride-along program in the Netherlands, following the positive reception and success in other European countries. In November last year, the company kick-started the FSD ride-alongs in Germany, France and Italy.

Xiaomi is already delivering the updated SU7 sedan to stores across China. One model on display in Guangzhou shows off a fresh coat of "Capri Blue" paint and large 21-inch wheels. The car looks sleek, but some of the most important changes are actually hidden in the door handles.