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In June 2025, Tesla’s new car sales in the United Kingdom climbed 12% compared to the previous year, driven by the launch of its refreshed Model Y, according to New AutoMotive data, reported by Reuters. This growth highlights a robust demand for battery electric vehicles (EVs) as the UK market continues its shift toward sustainable…
AESC, a Japanese battery manufacturer, has paused construction on its $1.6 billion factory in Florence, South Carolina, designed to supply batteries for BMW’s electric vehicles (EVs). The decision, stems from uncertainties in federal EV policies and potential tariff changes under President Donald Trump’s administration, raising concerns for the EV industry’s growth in the U.S. reports…
Germany’s latest proposal to encourage businesses to adopt electric vehicles (EVs) through a tax break has been met with skepticism by the auto industry, potentially slowing the transition to cleaner transportation. According to a Bloomberg report, the plan, which allows companies to deduct 75% of EV purchase taxes in the year of acquisition, is seen…
On May 8, 2025, the U.S. announced a significant reduction in tariffs on UK-made cars, including electric vehicles (EVs), dropping the rate from 27.5% to 10%. This decision, part of a broader economic deal with the UK, also eliminates tariffs on steel and aluminum, setting them to 0%. For EV enthusiasts and industry professionals, this…
The United Kingdom has reached a significant milestone in its automotive history as the number of petrol-powered vehicles peaks at 18.7 million, marking the beginning of what experts predict will be a dramatic shift toward electric mobility. According to a comprehensive report from Auto Trader, this figure is expected to plummet by more than 40%…
Volvo, the Swedish automaker owned by China’s Geely, is moving production of its electric vehicles (EVs) from China to Belgium as the European Union (EU) considers imposing tariffs on Chinese-made EVs, according to a report by The Times. EU Investigates Chinese EV Subsidies The European Commission launched an investigation in October 2023 to determine whether…
Bedeo, a prominent UK electric vehicle supplier, announced the appointment of Thierry Bollore, the former CEO of Renault and Jaguar Land Rover
Britain's upper parliamentary chamber, the House of Lords, announced its intent to deeply scrutinize the country's shift to electric vehicles (EVs).
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