China’s pushing its carmakers to keep their advanced electric vehicle (EV) tech at home, even as these companies expand globally. The government’s encouraging automakers to export partially assembled vehicles, or “knock-down kits,” to avoid tariffs and protect their tech. This…
BMW’s recent announcement about cutting its profit margin forecast due to sluggish demand in China is just the tip of the iceberg. According to analysts, electric vehicles (EVs) are shaking up auto sales in the world’s biggest market, leaving foreign…
Sales of Chinese brands are up nearly 22% with Chinese companies overwhelmingly dominating sales of the EV market. Overcapacity in China’s auto manufacturing has become a major point of tension between the country and other big economies. The complaint from…
The European Union is set to lower its proposed tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs) imported from China, following consultations with affected companies. This development comes as part of an ongoing trade dispute between the EU and China over EV subsidies…
In a bold move to expand their global footprint, nearly 900 Chinese auto suppliers and a handful of EV makers are showcasing their products at the Automechanika trade fair in Frankfurt. This event, which typically focuses on suppliers, has added…
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…
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping and other top officials on Monday, marking his second trip to China in just over a year. This visit comes amidst a tense backdrop of trade…
In a groundbreaking move, Chinese EV startup Nio has set a new milestone in the battery-swap arena. The company claims that its owners can now avoid long, boring charging stops by simply replacing their dead EV battery with a fresh…
Volkswagen, the German auto giant, is facing a critical moment in its 87-year history. The company’s shift to electric vehicles has hit a major roadblock, with executives and workers locked in a tense standoff over proposed job cuts and plant…
Herbert Diess, Volkswagen’s ex-chief, is pushing back against criticism of his hybrid vehicle strategy during his time at the helm of Europe’s biggest carmaker. This comes as the Financial Times reports a slowdown in EV enthusiasm and growing popularity of…
Tesla is facing tough competition in China as local and international rivals flood the market with more advanced electric vehicle (EV) models. The US company’s share of Chinese EV sales has dropped to 6.5% in the first seven months of…
Tesla’s Full Self Driving (FSD) software is set to expand internationally, with significant updates and features rolling out over the next year. The company has released a roadmap detailing its plans, including enhancements to FSD and its introduction to Europe…
Tesla is gearing up to revamp its Model Y for the Chinese market, aiming to regain lost market share and take on competitors like Li Auto and Nio. According to a report from SCMP, the US electric vehicle (EV) maker…
Vice President Kamala Harris, once a staunch supporter of federal rules mandating electric vehicle (EV) production, has seemingly changed her stance. According to a recent report by Alex Thompson and Ben Geman of Axios, Harris’ campaign stated that she “does…
China’s top electric vehicle maker, BYD, has decided to put its Mexico factory plans on hold until after the US election, according to a recent report from the South China Morning Post. This move comes as global businesses adopt a…
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers are showing resilience in the face of global trade restrictions, with several major players reporting significant year-on-year sales increases for August. This surge comes despite recent announcements by the European Union, United States, and Canada…
Volkswagen, the German auto giant, is hitting some speed bumps on its journey to electric vehicles (EVs). The company’s facing tough times as it tries to keep up with the fast-changing EV market, according to a recent Wall Street Journal…
European automakers, particularly Volkswagen, are facing a significant crisis in their electric vehicle (EV) production efforts. According to a recent Bloomberg report, German and French carmakers are rapidly losing ground in the race to produce EVs, leading to potential factory…
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Xpeng is gearing up for a significant expansion into the European market, as reported by Bloomberg News. The company is planning to introduce entry-level cars and establish local production facilities in Europe, aiming to circumvent potential…
Xpeng, a leading Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, has announced its latest offering in the competitive EV market – the Mona M03 coupe. This new model is set to disrupt the industry with its remarkably low price point, starting at just…
In a bold move to protect its domestic electric vehicle (EV) industry, Canada has announced a hefty 100% tariff on imported Chinese EVs. This decision, revealed by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Monday, marks a significant shift in Canada’s trade…
Scientists at the University of Edinburgh are pioneering an innovative approach to recycling critical metals used in electric vehicle (EV) batteries and other green technologies. This groundbreaking research, as reported by The Guardian, could be a game-changer for the EV…
BYD, China’s leading electric vehicle manufacturer, has climbed to the seventh spot in global auto sales rankings, outpacing industry stalwarts Honda and Nissan in the April-June quarter. This significant shift in the automotive landscape is largely attributed to BYD’s focus…
Tesla’s Vice President of Finance and Business Operations, Sreela Venkataratnam, has announced her departure from the electric vehicle giant after an impressive 11-year stint. Her exit marks the end of an era that saw Tesla transform from a niche automaker…
Chinese tech companies are making significant strides in the electric vehicle (EV) market, outpacing their Western counterparts in innovation and sales. This story, as reported by The Economist, highlights the growing dominance of Chinese firms in the EV industry. The…
China has strongly criticized the European Union’s decision to impose tariffs on electric vehicle (EV) imports, despite the EU lowering duties for several major EV manufacturers, including Tesla. This information comes from a recent CNBC report. Beijing’s Stance on EU’s…
BMW’s China-produced electric Mini is set to benefit from a reduced tariff of 21.3% in the European Union, according to a recent report from Reuters. This development comes as part of the EU’s latest draft tariff document on duties for…
Huawei’s push into the electric vehicle market just got a major boost. According to Bloomberg, an investment has valued the tech giant’s auto solutions company at a whopping $16 billion. The Deal Avatr Technology, an EV brand with some serious…
China’s recent expansion of its cash-for-clunkers trade-in program could give a significant boost to electric vehicle (EV) sales in the coming months. According to a BloombergNEF report, this initiative might push total EV sales in China beyond 10 million units…
Tesla China has announced a significant milestone in the construction of its new Shanghai Megapack factory, reaching 45% completion just three months after breaking ground. This rapid progress sets a new record for the electric vehicle giant, according to a…
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