FridayDec 12, 2025 10:00 am

Chinese Electric Supercar Breaks Global Drifting Record

A Chinese electric supercar has shattered the global drifting speed record with a performance resembling cinematic action sequences more than reality. The GAC Hyptec SSR etched its name into history with a certified 132.7 mph drift displaying remarkable control and generating theatrical volumes of tire smoke that obscured visibility.  Guangzhou, China, hosted the record-breaking run where the vehicle sustained sideways movement spanning over 164 feet. Guinness World Records officials required participants to maintain angles exceeding 30 degrees while traveling faster than 128.7 mph across at least 50 meters. The SSR exceeded these benchmarks, achieving a validated 213.523 kilometers per hour…

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ThursdayDec 11, 2025 10:00 am

How the Individually Customizable Slate EV Could Reshape Electric Mobility

Slate's build-your-own electric pickup could transform America's emerging battery-vehicle segment. The startup, supported by Jeff Wilke, former worldwide consumer CEO at Amazon, and backed by founder Jeff Bezos, offers a radically different approach centered on low cost and extreme personalization. Every truck begins as a stripped-down two-seater with gray composite bodywork, crank windows, and sparse equipment.  Owners can then dramatically alter the vehicle. Conversion packages transform Slate pickups into five-passenger SUVs through the installation of rear seating, protective rollover structures containing curtain airbags, and overhead panels. Buyers can also choose between standard or fastback SUV styles, with professional installation running…

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TuesdayDec 09, 2025 10:00 am

Tesla Unveils More Affordable Model 3 in the EU Market

Tesla is rolling out a budget-friendly Model 3 variant across Europe as the company fights to recover from declining sales and consumer backlash over Elon Musk's political activities. Lower pricing aims to broaden the buyer pool amid weakening electric vehicle demand and intensifying competition from Chinese manufacturers who continue gaining ground.  Germany's pricing starts at $44,200, while Norwegian customers pay $32,600 and Swedish buyers face $47,800 for the new offering. A less expensive Model Y crossover, the company's top-selling vehicle, previously launched in both European and American markets.  Budget versions strip away certain luxury features and capabilities while maintaining travel…

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FridayDec 05, 2025 10:00 am

Xiaomi Keeps Breaking its Sales Records as Demand Soars for its EVs

Xiaomi keeps smashing its own electric vehicle sales records as soaring demand pushes its EV business into new territory. The company has now logged its third month in a row with more than 40,000 deliveries, a run that signals how quickly its EV lineup has become a serious force in China’s auto market.  The streak began in September when Xiaomi EV cracked the 40,000 barrier for the first time with 41,948 deliveries. October jumped even higher with 48,654 units, a figure that made clear buyers are gravitating toward the brand’s tech-heavy approach to electric mobility. Xiaomi announced through its social…

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ThursdayDec 04, 2025 10:00 am

New Vehicle Registrations in Norway Were Nearly 100% Electric in November

Norway saw almost all new car registrations go electric in November. The country recorded 19,427 battery-only vehicles out of 19,899 newly registered passenger cars, pushing the EV share to 97.6 percent and producing one of the largest monthly registration totals the market has seen.  That jump moved November to the top of the year’s sales calendar. Compared with October and last November, the increase in electric deliveries was dramatic, and conventional gasoline, diesel and hybrid options now account for well under one percent of fresh registrations. The scale of the shift makes inventory and pricing questions immediate concerns for dealers…

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TuesdayDec 02, 2025 10:00 am

ACEA Says Auto Purchases Increased by 4.9% in Europe in October

European auto sales grew 4.9% in October as electric models outpaced gas and diesel counterparts for the first time. Data from the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) captures a pivotal moment for an industry that has weathered multiple challenges throughout the year, from trade tensions to slower-than-expected technological transitions. According to the ACEA, registrations across the EU, Britain and EFTA countries reached 1.092 million units in October.  Germany led the expansion with 7.8% growth while Spain jumped 15.9%. France gained 2.9% and the UK added a modest 0.5%. Italy bucked the trend with a 0.5% decline, making it the only…

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MondayDec 01, 2025 10:00 am

Chinese Firm Starts Mass Producing Solid-State Batteries

GAC Group completed construction of China's first production line for large-format solid-state batteries, putting it on track to begin producing solid state batteries at a globally unprecedented scale. The facility currently operates at limited capacity producing vehicle-grade cells, but the performance targets attached to this technology have attracted international automotive industry attention.  Solid-state batteries work by replacing the liquid electrolyte found in conventional lithium-ion cells with solid materials, delivering substantial improvements in thermal stability and safety. The solid components can withstand temperatures reaching 400 degrees Celsius, roughly double the tolerance of liquid-based systems. This thermal advantage proves particularly important for…

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TuesdayNov 25, 2025 10:00 am

Xiaomi Starts Earning Profits from its EV Division

Xiaomi's new electric vehicle division has turned profitable roughly 19 months after launching its first car. Combining intelligent vehicles, artificial intelligence, and other initiatives, the business unit generated $4.0 billion in operating profit between July and September in pre interest and taxes revenue. Battery electric vehicles (BEV) alone represented $3.9 billion of the revenue generated during the third quarter of the year.  Sales data shows that revenue surged 199% compared to the same period in 2024 and jumped 36 percent from the previous quarter. Vehicle deliveries climbed from 81,302 units in the second quarter to 108,796 units in the third,…

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FridayNov 21, 2025 10:00 am

China Targets Western Agriculture in Retaliation Against EV Tariffs

Beijing has imposed tariffs on agricultural exports from the West in retaliation against electric vehicle tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle exports. Canada, the European Union, and the U.S. now face billions in agricultural tariffs after they restricted Chinese automakers from exporting mid to low cost EVs into their markets. According to Chinese officials, the farm tariffs will remain until Western nations remove vehicle import duties imposed on China.  In May 2024, Washington quadrupled Chinese electric vehicle tariffs to 100%, with Europe following in July with rates between 17% and 35% and Canada matching American levels the next month. The main…

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ThursdayNov 20, 2025 10:00 am

EV Sales Skyrocket in Latin America, But Tesla isn’t Doing Well

Electric vehicle sales across Latin America are surging as Chinese automakers flood markets with affordable models and outcompete EV pioneer Tesla. Peru saw sales jump 44 percent year-over-year through September, reaching over 7,200 units; Chile hit 10.6 percent market share in September and Uruguay reached 28 percent in the third quarter. Brazil saw 9.4 percent penetration in August.  Chinese brands have now captured nearly 30 percent of Chile's passenger car sales and 22 percent in Uruguay. Tesla lacks an official presence in South America despite expressing early interest in expanding into the region.  In 2019, Peruvian entrepreneur Luis Zwiebach wanted…

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