ID. range, the GTI revival, PPE platform and Group strategy — Wolfsburg’s EV pivot in full.
Volkswagen is set to electrify its iconic Golf GTI, with CEO Thomas Schäfer calling the upcoming all-electric version a “monster car” that will be “mind-blowing” to drive. According to a recent Autocar report, Schäfer shared these insights after test-driving prototypes, signaling a bold new chapter for the GTI badge as Volkswagen prepares to launch a…
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…
Volkswagen is set to revive traditional naming for its electric vehicles (EVs), moving away from the alphanumeric ID labels like ID.3 and ID.4, according to a recent statement from the company’s head of marketing and sales. According to Motor1, this shift aims to bring back the brand’s iconic, recognizable names—think Beetle or Golf—to its growing…
In a fiery response to violent attacks on Tesla showrooms in Europe, CEO Elon Musk issued a direct warning to perpetrators and their organizers: “Don’t worry, we are coming for you!” Speaking at the Qatar Economic Forum, Musk condemned the vandalism and arson linked to political backlash against his public statements, vowing legal action. The…
Volkswagen’s shareholders intensified their push for corporate governance reform at the company’s virtual annual general meeting on May 16, 2025, citing conflicts of interest and a lack of board expertise as barriers to the automaker’s success in the electric vehicle (EV) market, reports Reuters. With the company’s share price falling nearly 25% over the past…
BMW’s measured approach to electric vehicles (EVs) is proving successful as competitors dial back aggressive EV targets, the company’s CEO announced. Oliver Zipse, speaking to shareholders on Wednesday, credited BMW’s multi-drivetrain strategy—blending EVs, hybrids, and combustion engines—for its edge in a shifting automotive landscape, according to Reuters. Flexible Approach Outshines All-Electri
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) leader BYD announced plans to establish a European center in Hungary, a move that will create 2,000 jobs and strengthen its foothold in the region. Speaking at a Budapest news conference alongside Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on May 15, 2025, BYD CEO Wang Chuanfu outlined the hub’s role in advancing…
In March 2025, U.S. electric vehicle (EV) registrations soared by 20%, reaching 115,758 units, driven by consumer anticipation of price hikes from looming tariffs on imported autos and parts, according to S&P Global Mobility. This growth outpaced the overall light-vehicle market, signaling robust demand for EVs despite challenges like range anxiety and charging infrastructure, according…
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