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A viral YouTube video exposing the Audi E5 Sportback’s €40,000 ($47,000) China price tag has ignited outrage among European buyers. Why it matters: German consumers are learning they pay at least double for equivalent Audi EVs built in their own country. The Details By The Numbers EVXL’s Take This viral moment exposes the uncomfortable reality…
The European Union is preparing to delay or weaken its landmark 2035 combustion engine ban after automakers warned of billion-dollar fines and mass layoffs. Why it matters: The move signals Europe is prioritizing short-term industry relief over long-term EV competitiveness against China. The Details By The Numbers EVXL’s Take This confirms exactly what we warned…
Renault is shutting down its Zity car-sharing services and dramatically scaling back EV charging infrastructure plans as new CEO François Provost prioritizes profitability over expansion at the French automaker’s Mobilize unit. Why it matters: The retreat signals another European automaker abandoning ambitious EV infrastructure investments amid brutal cost pressures and slowing returns. The Detail
Chinese automaker Changan Automobile is launching its Deepal electric SUVs in Italy and Spain as part of a major European expansion. Why it matters: This marks the second wave of Chinese EV brands entering Southern Europe, where interest in pure electrics has historically lagged. The Details By The Numbers EVXL’s Take Changan’s timing is notable.…
New spy shots from Germany show the next-generation BMW 3 Series and its electric i3 twin testing side-by-side, revealing subtle but distinct differences between the ICE and EV versions. Why it matters: BMW is taking a unified design approach across different platforms, making it harder than ever to spot an EV in the wild. The…
Mercedes-AMG just poached the man who built Porsche’s flagship EV to lead its performance division. Why it matters: Stefan Weckbach will oversee AMG’s electric transition, including a new GT sedan designed to compete directly against the Taycan he created. The Details Weckbach’s Track Record What Weckbach Inherits at AMG EVXL’s Take This hire tells you…
Tesla will expand its Japan Supercharger network by more than 40%, targeting over 1,000 stalls by 2027 as the automaker capitalizes on surging demand. Why it matters: The infrastructure push arrives as Japanese automakers adopt Tesla’s charging standard, potentially reshaping the country’s EV landscape. The Details By The Numbers EVXL’s Take Japan represents a rare…
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the all-electric 2027 GLB, bringing 800-volt architecture and up to 392 miles of WLTP range to its compact seven-seat SUV. Why it matters: This marks Mercedes’ most affordable entry point into its next-generation EV lineup, replacing the outgoing EQB. The Details By The Numbers GLB250+ (RWD) GLB350 4Matic (AWD) Shared Specs EVXL’s…
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