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Older VW ID.4 and Skoda Enyaq Owners Get Battery Preheating
Skoda pushes battery preheating to 200,000 Enyaqs built through 2023 from November 16. VW's ID. Software 3.9.1 adds it for older ID models. No US date yet.
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UK EV Share Hit 32% in October, but 2026 Forecast Is 27.2%
Electric cars took 32.0% of UK registrations in October, SMMT says, but the year-to-date share is 26.6% and the 2026 forecast 27.2% against a 33% target.
Germany
Germany vs. Market Reality: Why Berlin’s New $7,000 EV Subsidy Won’t Save Its Auto Industry
Two months after demanding Brussels weaken the 2035 combustion engine ban, Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s government is now pledging billions in taxpayer money to boost EV sales. The contradiction reveals Germany’s auto industry isn’t facing a policy problem. It’s facing a competitiveness crisis that no subsidy can fix. The Fact: Germany will offer families with small…
Elon Musk
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 shifting landscape for EV owners and enthusiasts amid global trade tensions and growing competition. The…
Omoda
Chinese EV Brand Omoda Sets Sights on UK Market, Challenging Tesla and Others
Chinese brand Omoda is making waves in the UK with an aggressive expansion plan, aiming to have 100 dealers by the end of the year. This rapid growth, from zero dealers at the start of the year, is part of a broader trend that’s set to challenge both traditional petrol car makers and EV-only brands…
Tesla
Citroën AMI’s Solar-Powered African Adventure
Citroën is gearing up for an epic journey across Africa with four electric vehicles powered solely by custom-made solar panels. This ambitious trek, dubbed La Croisière Verte, aims to showcase the long-distance potential of compact, lightweight EVs. The expedition, set to cover 8,388 miles (13,500 km), will commence this October, marking the centennial anniversary of…
Volkswagen
Volkswagen Faces Tough Choices: Plant Closures and Job Cuts Loom
Volkswagen is grappling with a tough decision that could see some of its factories in Germany shut down for the first time in its 87-year history. The automaker, known for its iconic brand, is struggling to meet cost-cutting goals and remain competitive in a challenging market. CEO Oliver Blume recently announced that the company must…
Volkswagen
Volkswagen’s ID.2 Electric Supermini Caught Testing at Nürburgring
Volkswagen’s upcoming ID.2 electric vehicle, a critical addition to the automaker’s EV lineup, has been spotted undergoing tests at Germany’s legendary Nürburgring Nordschleife. Auto Express reports on this significant development for the German manufacturer’s new Golf-sized, but Polo-priced electric car. VW’s Second Chance at EV Success The ID.2 represents a pivotal moment for Volkswagen, followi
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