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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…
BMW is set to reintroduce range extender technology with the iX5 SUV, a model already in testing and slated for a potential 2026 release, according to a report by Auto News. This move marks a strategic pivot for the German automaker, which previously dismissed the technology’s future in 2019, and reflects growing demand for extended-range…
Last month, a dazzling drone display above Rome’s Olympic Stadium unveiled BYD’s Dolphin Surf, signaling the Chinese automaker’s aggressive push into Europe’s electric vehicle (EV) market. The glowing orbs formed the car’s silhouette against iconic landmarks like the Colosseum, pitching the hatchback as a modern Fiat 500—affordable, stylish, and electric. With competitive pricing and smart…
Chinese automakers are dominating the global zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) market, with companies like BYD overtaking Tesla in battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales for the first time in 2024, according to a new report from the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT). Reuters reports that, the shift highlights China’s pivotal role in the electric vehicle (EV)…
Ferrari has postponed its second fully electric vehicle (EV) from 2026 to at least 2028 due to insufficient demand for high-performance luxury EVs, according to two sources close to the matter, reports Reuters. This shift comes as the iconic Italian automaker prepares to launch its first EV later this year, navigating a challenging market where…
The aviation industry is buzzing with excitement as Electra, a Virginia-based aerospace startup, unveils its hybrid-electric EL9 plane, designed to transform how we fly with shorter runways and quieter operations. Backed by Lockheed Martin and led by CEO Marc Allen, the company aims to deliver a nine-seat aircraft that can take off and land on…
Electric vehicle enthusiasts in Europe now have an exciting new option as BYD, China’s leading EV manufacturer, introduced its low-cost Dolphin Surf model in Berlin on May 21, 2025. Marking the company’s tenth model in the region, this compact electric car aims to make sustainable driving more accessible with competitive pricing and advanced features. According…
Slate Auto, a Troy, Michigan-based electric vehicle (EV) startup, has secured 100,000 reservations for its sub-$30,000 electric mini-pickup, backed by $700 million in funding from investors like Jeff Bezos, reports Automotive News. Targeting a late-2026 production start, the company’s innovative approach to affordable, customizable EVs is generating buzz among enthusiasts and industry analysts. Sl
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