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Herbert Diess, Volkswagen’s ex-chief, is pushing back against criticism of his hybrid vehicle strategy during his time at the helm of Europe’s biggest carmaker. This comes as the Financial Times reports a slowdown in EV enthusiasm and growing popularity of hybrids. Diess Claims “Excellent Portfolio” of Plug-in Hybrids Diess argues VW has a strong lineup…
Tesla is facing tough competition in China as local and international rivals flood the market with more advanced electric vehicle (EV) models. The US company’s share of Chinese EV sales has dropped to 6.5% in the first seven months of the year from almost 9% a year earlier, according to data from Shanghai consultancy Automobility.…
Tesla’s Full Self Driving (FSD) software is set to expand internationally, with significant updates and features rolling out over the next year. The company has released a roadmap detailing its plans, including enhancements to FSD and its introduction to Europe and China by Q1 2025. Notably, Tesla is also planning to bring FSD to right-hand…
Tesla is gearing up to revamp its Model Y for the Chinese market, aiming to regain lost market share and take on competitors like Li Auto and Nio. According to a report from SCMP, the US electric vehicle (EV) maker plans to introduce a six-seat variant of the Model Y, assembled at its Shanghai Gigafactory…
Vice President Kamala Harris, once a staunch supporter of federal rules mandating electric vehicle (EV) production, has seemingly changed her stance. According to a recent report by Alex Thompson and Ben Geman of Axios, Harris’ campaign stated that she “does not support an electric vehicle mandate,” marking a significant shift from her previous positions. A…
China’s top electric vehicle maker, BYD, has decided to put its Mexico factory plans on hold until after the US election, according to a recent report from the South China Morning Post. This move comes as global businesses adopt a wait-and-see approach due to shifting American policies. Uncertainty in the Air: The US Election Impact…
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers are showing resilience in the face of global trade restrictions, with several major players reporting significant year-on-year sales increases for August. This surge comes despite recent announcements by the European Union, United States, and Canada to limit Chinese-made EV imports, according to a report by Euro News. Record-Breaking Sales for…
Volkswagen, the German auto giant, is hitting some speed bumps on its journey to electric vehicles (EVs). The company’s facing tough times as it tries to keep up with the fast-changing EV market, according to a recent Wall Street Journal report. EV Investment Dilemma Volkswagen’s in a tight spot. They can’t easily cut back on…
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