
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…

Electric Vehicle Sales Poised for Growth as Prices Drop and Options Expand
Despite a sluggish start, electric vehicle (EV) sales are set to gain momentum, driven by falling prices, growing incentives, and a surge in model variety, according to recent industry forecasts. Cox Automotive and J.D. Power highlight a dynamic shift in…

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…

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…

Volex Profits Surge 25% as EV Charger Demand Skyrockets
Volex, a leading cable manufacturer, reported a 25% profit increase for the year ending March 2025, driven by soaring demand for its electric vehicle (EV) chargers. Despite concerns over U.S. tariffs under President Trump, the company’s strategic global operations and…

Xiaomi’s $35,000 YU7 SUV Sparks Record Share Surge with 289,000 Pre-Orders
Xiaomi Corp.’s stock soared 8% to an all-time high after its $35,360 YU7 electric SUV, unveiled on June 26, 2025, drew an impressive 289,000 pre-orders in just one hour, signaling strong demand in China’s competitive EV market. Priced at 253,500…

Tesla Executive Omead Afshar Departs Amid EV Sales Slump and Robotaxi Push
Tesla’s vice president of sales and manufacturing for North America and Europe, Omead Afshar, has left the electric vehicle (EV) giant, marking another high-profile exit as the company navigates declining sales and a pivot to autonomous technology. The departure, confirmed…

Why Fully Autonomous Cars Remain Out of Reach by 2030
The dream of fully autonomous cars continues to stall, leaving electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts and industry watchers intrigued yet cautious. Despite early optimism following the US military’s Darpa challenge two decades ago, progress toward Level 5 self-driving cars—capable of driving…

Tesla’s European Sales Drop 40.5% as Cheaper Chinese EVs Gain Ground
In May 2025, Tesla’s European sales plummeted for the fifth consecutive month, with only 8,729 vehicles sold across the European Union—a 40.5% decline from the 14,682 units sold in May 2024, according to data from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association.…

Tesla Robotaxi Mishaps Spark Safety Concerns in Austin Trials
Tesla’s robotaxi trials in Austin, Texas, have hit roadblocks, with videos from riders revealing multiple driving errors just days into the public test. The incidents, reported by Reuters, highlight challenges in Tesla’s self-driving software as the company pushes toward autonomous…

Cadillac Optiq 2026: First GM EV with Native Tesla NACS Port
The 2026 Cadillac Optiq compact crossover will lead General Motors’ charge into Tesla’s charging ecosystem, becoming the first GM electric vehicle equipped with a native North American Charging Standard (NACS) port, reports Automotive News. This shift, announced by Cadillac, marks…

European EV Sales Surge as Plug-In Hybrids Lead the Charge in May 2025
Europe’s electric vehicle (EV) market gained momentum in May 2025, with new-car registrations climbing 1.9% to 1.11 million units, according to the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association. This uptick, driven by robust demand for plug-in hybrids and battery-electric cars, signals a…
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