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๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Watch: Xiaomi reveals its latest conceptual designs for future cars

Xiaomi has unveiled its latest electric car concept, the 'Vision Gran Turismo', at the MWC in Barcelona, making it the first Chinese company to participate in this automotive initiative.

Mar 2 โ€ข 10:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Expert: Don't Just Focus on This One Number When Buying an Electric Car

An expert advises buyers of used electric cars to consider the State of Health (SOH) of the battery rather than fixating solely on one metric.

Mar 2 โ€ข 09:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Test Drive ล koda Epiq: A New Size Among the Small Ones

The ล koda Epiq, the brand's new entry-level electric vehicle, promises intelligent space utilization and aims to become the best-selling electric car in ล koda's lineup.

Mar 2 โ€ข 08:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The car fleet is electrifying - but the majority of Finns still drive older cars

The majority of vehicles in Finland remain older gasoline-powered cars, despite a significant increase in electric and hybrid vehicles in recent years.

Mar 2 โ€ข 06:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Anyone buying an electric car before April issued crucial advice before new fee

Drivers purchasing electric cars before April should be aware of significant tax changes that could increase costs by ยฃ2,000.

Mar 2 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

How much you save by driving an electric car compared to a gasoline car

Driving an electric car remains cheaper than a gasoline car, particularly for those who charge at home, despite the rising costs associated with public charging.

Mar 1 โ€ข 16:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Volvo surprises: A version of the popular electric car for under 30,000 euros?

Volvo is reportedly set to release a more affordable version of its EX30 electric car, potentially priced under 30,000 euros in some markets, which could boost interest amid declining sales.

Mar 1 โ€ข 13:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Xpeng P7+ is an affordable luxury car โ€“ The price is unbelievable

The new Xpeng P7+, revealed at the Brussels auto show, is marketed as an affordable luxury vehicle with impressive design and energy efficiency features.

Mar 1 โ€ข 09:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

Electric car sales set another record

Electric car sales in Denmark hit a record high in February, according to Mobility Denmark, with 94.4% of new cars registered being electric.

Mar 1 โ€ข 09:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Sini Strikes Gold โ€“ A Car That Doesn't Even Exist Yet is Selling Like Hotcakes

Finnish car saleswoman Sini Kasula has achieved remarkable success by selling the yet-to-be-released Volvo EX60 electric vehicle, eliciting significant customer interest even before production has begun.

Mar 1 โ€ข 06:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Can the car's charging door detach during driving? At least this car's door can if the owner does not follow the instructions

Hyundai has issued a recall for certain Ioniq 6 electric vehicles due to a risk of the charging door detaching while driving if not properly maintained.

Feb 27 โ€ข 15:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The car that always drives: This is the cheapest electric car in Mexico

BYD has launched the Dolphin Mini in Mexico, making it the most affordable electric car in the country.

Feb 27 โ€ข 15:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Serious warning for electric car drivers gliding on icy roads โ€“ 'Can cause unexpected skids'

Electric car drivers are warned about the potential dangers of regenerative braking on icy roads, which can lead to unexpected skids and loss of control.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

"I've always had French cars": Facing the onslaught of Chinese vehicles, will motorists maintain their patriotic reflex?

As Chinese electric vehicle brands proliferate in France, many French consumers express a strong attachment to domestic car manufacturers and ponder the longevity of this preference.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Giant car manufacturer: billion-euro losses, blames electric cars

Stellantis, one of the largest car manufacturers, reported massive losses for the latter half of 2025 and blamed overly optimistic electric vehicle sales forecasts.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Stellantis makes a mistake in electric car strategy and suffers a loss of R$ 153.9 billion

Stellantis reported a net loss of โ‚ฌ25.4 billion in 2025 due to high expenses associated with adjusting its electric vehicle strategy amid a slower-than-expected market transition.

Feb 26 โ€ข 18:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Car firm boss admits fire risk 'scary' as 10,500 EVs in UK recalled

Volvo recalls 10,500 electric vehicles in the UK due to a fire risk, urging owners to limit charging until a solution is established.

Feb 26 โ€ข 15:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Autotest Togg T10X: The Turkish Tesla

The Togg T10X, described as a mobile device rather than just a car, offers numerous AI-driven features but faces significant operational issues during initial tests.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Driverless electric car spun out of control - a firefighter with a long stick became the solution

A driverless electric car in Asker, Norway, spun out of control, prompting local authorities to intervene, with a firefighter eventually stopping the vehicle using a long stick.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

In the middle of a chase, the electric car stops. Austrian police are definitively ending their use of them.

Austrian police have decided to stop using electric vehicles after incidents during chases.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

Car Almost at Half Price. Chinese Car Manufacturer Aggressively Slashes Prices to Boost Sales

Chinese car manufacturer BYD is aggressively reducing prices in Germany, offering discounts that have lowered the cost of models significantly, including their smallest electric car, the Dolphin Surf.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Created an electric car that boasts an impressive driving range and a battery replacement takes only 99 seconds

The GAC Aion UT Super, a new budget electric vehicle from China, offers a remarkable 500 km driving range and an innovative battery replacement feature in just 99 seconds.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Are you ready to buy a 100% electric car?

The article discusses the growing fractures between countries due to the recent increase in American tariffs, while raising questions about consumer readiness to transition to electric vehicles.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

Winter in the Electric Car: Bold into the Cold

The article recounts a road trip in a Hyundai electric car during heavy snowfall, emphasizing the vehicle's performance and the challenges faced.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

Will electric car batteries last longer than expected? Subsidies undermine confidence in used cars

A recent study reveals that used electric cars retain significant battery capacity, alleviating concerns for potential buyers.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Lamborghini cancels electric car project for this reason

Lamborghini has definitively canceled its electric car project due to a lack of interest from traditional car enthusiasts.

Feb 25 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Lamborghini has canceled its first electric car, there is no interest in it

Lamborghini's first attempt at an electric vehicle has been abandoned due to a lack of market interest.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Accident involving electric scooter and car, serious injury

A young electric scooter rider was seriously injured after a near-head-on collision with a car on Alexandras Avenue in Athens.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Chinese electric car started the year with a strong advance in Europe

Chinese auto giant BYD has reported a nearly threefold increase in sales in Europe at the start of the year, highlighting a significant rise in demand for electric vehicles.

Feb 25 โ€ข 06:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

300 km in winter on the highway in an electric car? Even the best models may not make it

The range of electric vehicles is increasing rapidly, but reaching 300 km in winter driving conditions remains a challenge due to various factors.

Feb 24 โ€ข 14:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

How long do electric car batteries actually last? Research investigates

A study from Britain finds that electric vehicle batteries retain their capacity better over time than expected.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

A Revolution in the Car Market: Toyota Rises to the Top while Tesla Declines

Toyota has regained its position as the world's top-selling car manufacturer, overtaking Tesla due to rising demand for hybrid vehicles.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Renault partners with the Spanish Basquevolt to develop the battery for the electric car of the future

Renault has teamed up with Basquevolt to develop a next-generation electric vehicle battery that promises a breakthrough in energy density compared to current lithium-ion batteries.

Feb 24 โ€ข 11:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Driver dies after crashing into pole and receiving electric shock upon exiting the car

A man in Rio Verde, Brazil, died after crashing his truck into a pole and subsequently being electrocuted when he exited the vehicle.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Life & Tech

The eVTOL Flying Car and the Future of Mobility

A new electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) flying car has been unveiled in Tokyo, designed for urban mobility as an aerotaxi, offering environmental benefits from reduced emissions and noise pollution.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
Life & Tech

Results Surprised: The Range of Popular Electric Cars Tested in the Cold

A recent test evaluated the driving range of 34 popular electric car models at low temperatures, revealing notable performance discrepancies among different manufacturers.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

EU: New car sales down by 3.9% in January - Electric vehicle market share at 19.3%

New car sales in the EU fell by 3.9% in January year-over-year, while electric vehicles made up 19.3% of the market share.

Feb 24 โ€ข 08:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Single charge from Delhi to Katra, charges in 20 minutes! The stunning electric car has arrived

Mercedes-Benz has officially launched the highly anticipated CLA Electric sedan in India, set to commence bookings on March 10 and with a market launch in April.

Feb 24 โ€ข 07:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

The end of the electric car euphoria has cost the automotive industry 65 billion dollars

Automakers are facing significant losses as their investments in electric vehicles have turned into a harsh setback, totaling at least $65 billion in global losses over the past year.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Woman dies in accident between electric bicycle and car in Montes Claros

A 49-year-old woman was killed in an accident involving her electric bicycle and a car in Montes Claros, Brazil.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Life & Tech

STUDY โŸฉ It Turned Out How Long the Lifespan of Electric Car Batteries Is

A comprehensive study in the UK reveals that electric vehicle high-voltage batteries maintain their capacity significantly better than many consumers have previously believed.

Feb 23 โ€ข 14:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

End of Models 2026: Farewell

The automotive industry is witnessing a transformation as several older car models are phased out to make way for new investments in electric mobility, software, and production efficiencies.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Volkswagen Returns to its Roots. Andreas Mindt Takes Over the Design of the Entire Group

Andreas Mindt has been appointed to lead Volkswagen's design direction, aiming to restore the brand's foundational values and identity.

Feb 23 โ€ข 11:46 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Ethiopia: Ethiopia Ev Adoption Gains Pace After Gas Car Import Ban

Ethiopia's ban on gasoline and diesel car imports is accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles in the country.

Feb 23 โ€ข 04:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Condominiums cannot prohibit residents from installing electric car chargers; understand

A Brazilian law allows apartment owners to install electric car chargers in their buildings, provided they bear the costs and meet technical requirements.

Feb 22 โ€ข 10:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Is this the toughest car offer in Europe? A car that cost 39,000 euros a week ago can now be purchased new for 23,000 euros

Chinese car manufacturer BYD is aggressively discounting its Atto 2 Boost hybrid vehicle in Germany, dropping the price from 39,000 euros to 23,000 euros with state subsidies included.

Feb 21 โ€ข 20:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Why Uruguay Leads the Electric Car Boom in Latin America

Uruguay is leading the electric car market in Latin America with the highest number of electric vehicles per capita.

Feb 21 โ€ข 16:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

The windowless electric car suddenly became the king of cottage trips - 'We just did it'

The Polestar 4, known for its unique windowless design, has emerged as the top-selling model for the Swedish-Chinese automaker in Finland despite mixed reviews, and a station wagon version is on the horizon.

Feb 21 โ€ข 16:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

An unprecedented new car appears in Volvo dealership - hereโ€™s how it behaved in freezing cold weather

The newly unveiled Volvo ES90 is an electric luxury hatchback that deviates from the brandโ€™s typical SUV offerings, showcasing significant advancements in automotive design and technology.

Feb 21 โ€ข 09:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Two major automakers team up to create an 'economical' car

Renault and Ford have formed a strategic alliance to develop two new small electric vehicles aimed at enhancing competitiveness in cost-pressured markets.

Feb 21 โ€ข 03:01 UTC

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