The first half of 2025 brings real surprises - some automotive innovations 2025 - brands that have often operated in the shadow of the German premium trio are now stepping into the spotlight. Expect a mix of brutal performance, innovative electric solutions and nostalgic returns of cult models. Below, we present 8 exceptional automotive innovations of the first half of 2025 that will set the pace of this year and prove that diversity and courage push the boundaries of mobility.
Cars
The new generation Jeep Compass 2026 is here and – surprisingly or not – it brings the most that this compact SUV has ever offered. It will be available in different drive flavors: from a mild hybrid for urban adventurers to an electric model for quiet but determined eco-fighters. In the electric version with a 74 kWh battery, front-wheel drive and a range of up to 500 kilometers (according to WLTP), the price will start at € 50,400 – and that's for the First Edition version. Yes, so it's not an ascetic basic version, but a model that is already specifically equipped.
The Lotus Emira V6 SE is more than just a sports car; it is a tribute to analogue driving ecstasy in a world of digital cars.
Following the departure of the Clarkson trio, The Grand Tour returns with a new cast: Thomas Holland and James Engelsman from the popular YouTube channel Throttle House, and viral train enthusiast Francis Bourgeois. Will the new team be able to maintain the spirit of the show and take it into the future?
When Pininfarina celebrates its birthday, it doesn't blow out candles - it launches a hyper-light carbon projectile with 1,900 horsepower. The Pininfarina Battista Novantacinque is pure poetry on wheels, and literally the last one!
When European laws turn into car scrapyards, even the most iconic models don't escape the guillotine. The Honda Civic Type R, a symbol of driving passion, says goodbye with the Honda Civic Type R Ultimate Edition - the final tribute to petrol-powered pleasure.
When the silver shines in its most silent, matte form, and when the engine roars like a Wagner overture, you know: this is no longer a car. This is an experience. The Mercedes-AMG GLE and GLS MANUFAKTUR Arctic Silver Edition is epicureanism on four wheels.
McLaren is marking the 30th anniversary of its legendary victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans with an extremely limited edition of the 750S Le Mans. This special edition combines racing heritage with cutting-edge technology and design that impresses on both the road and the track.
Bentley has created an SUV that combines luxury, performance and driving dynamics with the new Bentaygo Speed for 2026. With a new V8 engine, enhanced technology and a sporty character, it sets new standards in the luxury SUV segment.
Europe is riding the electric wave, but this year the wave seems to be more of an ebb than a tide. Even Elon Musk could say: “Don’t panic, everyone is sinking with me.” But what is really happening? Let’s look at the numbers in the EU!
The world changes, but some heroes remain eternal. The new Land Rover Defender 2025 addresses the past, but looks to the future – with new headlights, a bigger screen and even more adventure. Yes, this SUV can also take care of your USB cables.
The KGM Actyon 2025 is a breath of fresh air in the mid-size SUV segment with a coupe silhouette. It offers rich equipment, modern design and a competitive price, but without electrification.