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Solid-State Batteries Won’t Save EVs Until 2035. Here’s What Will. BMW i3
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Solid-State Batteries Won’t Save EVs Until 2035. Here’s What Will.

I’ve been tracking solid-state battery announcements for years now, and the gap between what manufacturers promise and what they actually deliver keeps getting wider. Top Gear’s latest deep-dive on next-generation EV tech finally puts some honest timelines on the table, and they’re not what most prospective buyers want to hear. Here’s what you need to…

Audi E5 Sportback China Price Sparks European Buyer Fury
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Audi E5 Sportback China Price Sparks European Buyer Fury

A viral YouTube video exposing the Audi E5 Sportback’s €40,000 ($47,000) China price tag has ignited outrage among European buyers. Why it matters: German consumers are learning they pay at least double for equivalent Audi EVs built in their own country. The Details By The Numbers EVXL’s Take This viral moment exposes the uncomfortable reality…

Ford F-150 Lightning Outpaces Tesla Cybertruck in Q1 2025 EV Pickup Race
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Ford Kills F-150 Lightning, Takes $19.5 Billion EV Writedown

Ford announced a $19.5 billion charge on its electric vehicle business, the largest EV impairment in U.S. auto industry history. Why it matters: The Detroit automaker is abandoning its all-electric pickup strategy and pivoting to hybrids, signaling the post-subsidy EV collapse has forced a fundamental retreat. The Details By The Numbers EVXL’s Take This is…

EV Tensions Rise: EU Launches Subsidy Probe, China Reacts Strongly
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European Luxury Cars Collapse in China as BYD Steals Market

European luxury automakers are bleeding market share in China as consumers abandon six-figure German sedans for cheaper domestic brands led by BYD. Why it matters: China’s premium segment has shrunk for the third straight year while Chinese brands now control nearly 70% of the world’s largest auto market. The Details By The Numbers EVXL’s Take…

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EU Considers 5-Year Extension to 2035 Combustion Engine Ban

The European Union is preparing to delay or weaken its landmark 2035 combustion engine ban after automakers warned of billion-dollar fines and mass layoffs. Why it matters: The move signals Europe is prioritizing short-term industry relief over long-term EV competitiveness against China. The Details By The Numbers EVXL’s Take This confirms exactly what we warned…

Changan Expands European Push With Deepal EVs in Italy and Spain
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Changan Expands European Push With Deepal EVs in Italy and Spain

Chinese automaker Changan Automobile is launching its Deepal electric SUVs in Italy and Spain as part of a major European expansion. Why it matters: This marks the second wave of Chinese EV brands entering Southern Europe, where interest in pure electrics has historically lagged. The Details By The Numbers EVXL’s Take Changan’s timing is notable.…

China's EV Trade Tussle: A Rocky Road Ahead in Europe
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China Says EU Talks on EV Minimum Price Plan Have Resumed

China’s commerce ministry confirmed Thursday that negotiations with the European Union over a minimum price plan for Chinese electric vehicles have restarted. Why it matters: A successful deal could replace the EU’s 45.3% tariffs with price commitments, reshaping how Chinese EVs enter Europe. The Details By the Numbers What China Said “China welcomes the EU’s…

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