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TuesdayDec 23, 2025 10:00 am

EU Eases its 2035 EV Mandate as Major Hurdles Slow Progress

The European Commission has proposed softening regulations requiring all new vehicles sold by 2035 to produce zero emissions. The Tuesday policy adjustment is in response to sustained pressure from major manufacturing nations and automotive companies that are currently facing economic headwinds. European Commissioner for Climate, Net Zero and Clean Growth Wopke Hoekstra characterized the revision as maintaining the EU’s electrification goals and preserving the regional bloc's auto industry in a win-win situation. But the adjustment has fractured industry coalitions and conservation groups, with opponents stressing that it introduces perilous ambiguity for environmental targets and manufacturing strategies. Revised requirements would mandate cutting exhaust pollution from fresh vehicles by nine-tenths from…

FridayDec 19, 2025 9:00 am

Ford Scales Back its EV Plans, Writes Off $19.5 Billion in Losses

Ford is abandoning efforts to build large battery-powered vehicles, pointing to sluggish sales and EV policy reversals from Washington. The Detroit automaker will redirect resources toward profitable hybrids and conventional engines alongside smaller, budget-friendly electric models. It also expects to take a $19.5 billion loss from this strategy after making heavy investments into electrification. These changes to Ford's EV arrive as the Trump administration loosens efficiency mandates that previously encouraged electrification across the industry. Ford says the economics of pursuing large-format electric production have crumbled amidst disappointing sales volumes, excessive expenses and shifting regulatory frameworks. Chief executive Jim Farley characterized…

ThursdayDec 18, 2025 10:00 am

Citroen Could Release an EV Costing Less Than $20,077

Citroen may launch an electric vehicle priced under $20,077 if European regulators approve a new vehicle classification. The French automaker could introduce a successor to the C1 that echoes the iconic 2CV's character while looking completely different, according to Autocar reports. This would position Citroen among Europe's most affordable electric options. Consumers have been pushing for genuinely affordable electric vehicles for years without much success in Western markets. Battery packs remain the priciest component despite steady cost reductions over recent years. Most Western-market EVs start above $30,000, excluding many buyers seeking economical transportation options. Chinese manufacturers produce models under $15,000 for their domestic market, but trade restrictions…

TuesdayDec 16, 2025 10:00 am

China to Block Substandard EV Exports Starting in 2026

China is preparing a major reset of its electric vehicle export strategy. Starting in 2026, Beijing will block substandard EVs from leaving the country to restore confidence in Chinese cars sold overseas and tighten control over who is allowed to export them. The change follows mounting concerns that rapid export growth has come at the expense of quality and accountability. According to a Reuters report, Chinese officials have grown uneasy about reports from foreign markets involving poorly supported vehicles, missing spare parts, and a lack of after-sales service. Those issues have fueled criticism that some exports amount to unfair competition rather than sustainable industry growth. …

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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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