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Germany

Tesla FSD Edges Closer to Launch in Germany, Sparking Excitement

Excitement is building among Tesla enthusiasts in Germany as signs point to an imminent launch of the company’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, potentially marking a breakthrough for autonomous driving in Europe. Recent posts on X suggest that Tesla may be preparing to roll out FSD Supervised in Germany by the end of 2025, with employees…

Lotus

Lotus to End UK Production, Eyes US Move for Electric Vehicle Strategy

Lotus, the iconic British automaker, is poised to halt production at its historic Hethel, Norfolk factory after 59 years, with plans to shift manufacturing to the United States, according to a report by Autocar. This strategic pivot, driven by U.S. tariffs and a challenging electric vehicle (EV) market, could reshape Lotus’s future as it leans…

Model Y

Photos of Tesla’s First Fully Autonomous Model Y Delivery

Tesla has achieved a historic milestone with the first fully autonomous delivery of a Model Y to a customer’s home, completed a day ahead of schedule on June 27, 2025. The delivery, which navigated highways and local roads with no human presence or remote operators, showcases Tesla’s advancements in AI-driven technology. Verified details from an…

Polestar

Polestar Secures $200M Investment to Boost EV Expansion and Sales Growth

On June 16, 2025, Polestar, the Sweden-based electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, announced a $200 million equity investment from PSD Investment, a firm controlled by Geely Holding Group’s founder, Li Shufu. This funding, reportedly secured through a private investment in public equity (PIPE), aims to fuel Polestar’s global expansion and strengthen its position in the competitive…

BYD

BYD Boosts Electric Bus Production with $94M Hungary Plant

Chinese automaker BYD is set to triple its electric bus and truck production in Europe with a new $94 million facility in Komarom, Hungary, a move that strengthens Hungary’s position as a hub for Chinese electric vehicle (EV) investment. Announced on June 27, 2025, by Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto, the plant will increase BYD’s…

Ford

Chinese Automakers Target Africa with Affordable EVs and Hybrids

Chinese automakers like BYD, Chery, and Great Wall Motor (GWM) are accelerating their push into Africa, leveraging low-cost electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids to tap the continent’s untapped potential. Facing trade barriers in the U.S. and Europe, these companies are eyeing South Africa as a launchpad for a broader African strategy, according to Reuters.…

China

China Links Cognac Deal to EU Tariff Talks, Impacting Electric Vehicle Trade

China has tied a tentative deal on minimum import prices for French cognac to progress in negotiations over EU tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs), creating a complex trade standoff with significant implications for the EV industry. This development, reported by Reuters, underscores the broader trade tensions between Beijing and Brussels, with EV manufacturers and…

Ford

Redwood Materials Transforms Old EV Batteries into Affordable Microgrids for Energy Storage

Redwood Materials, a leader in electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling, is giving retired EV batteries a second life by converting them into cost-effective microgrids, the company announced on Thursday. By repurposing still-functional batteries, Redwood’s new division, Redwood Energy, is creating modular energy storage systems that address critical energy grid gaps at a fraction of the…

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