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In a significant milestone for the electric vehicle (EV) industry, EVs now account for roughly one in every 30 used car sales in the UK, according to recent data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). This growth, observed in the first quarter of 2025, reflects a growing acceptance of EVs among second-hand…
Nissan Motor Co. has halted its $1.1 billion plan to construct an electric vehicle (EV) battery plant in Kitakyushu, Japan, as the company shifts focus to financial recovery amid a projected record net loss. Announced on May 9, 2025, this decision underscores Nissan’s broader restructuring strategy under new CEO Ivan Espinosa, impacting its EV production…
Mitsubishi is making a bold return to the electric vehicle (EV) market, announcing a new battery-electric model set to launch in the United States and Canada in summer 2026. The automaker revealed this development in a press release on May 7, 2025, highlighting its collaboration with alliance partner Nissan. This move marks Mitsubishi’s re-entry into…
Kia is gearing up to launch the global version of its EV5 electric SUV in the third quarter of 2025, bringing a refined contender to the electric vehicle market. With production slated at Kia’s Autoland Gwangju plant in South Korea, the EV5 aims to challenge the Tesla Model Y with competitive pricing, updated design, and…
Renault’s electrified revival of the iconic 1980s R5 Turbo, unveiled as the Renault 5 Turbo 3E at the 2022 Paris Auto Show, has sparked significant enthusiasm among electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts. The limited-edition hatchback, priced at 155,000 euros ($176,000), secured 850 reservations within its first week of orders, according to Reuters, highlighting strong demand for…
Slate Auto, an upstart electric vehicle manufacturer, is making waves with a $700 million fundraising haul backed by Jeff Bezos’s investment firm, Bezos Expeditions. The funding, confirmed by Newsweek, spans Series A and B rounds, with the final close in late 2024, setting the stage for Slate to challenge the EV market with its no-frills,…
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