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๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

New Registrations: Little Stimulus in the German Electric Car Market

The German electric car market has seen a sluggish start to the year, with new registrations far below expectations despite the introduction of an environment bonus for buyers.

Mar 4 โ€ข 16:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Respected giant tester: The best cars are fully electric โ€“ combustion engine products have fallen off the wagon

The ADAC's latest test results reveal that fully electric vehicles outperform combustion engine cars, with nine out of the ten top spots going to electric models.

Mar 4 โ€ข 13:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Chinese BYD sold more cars abroad than on the domestic market for the first time

Chinese car manufacturer BYD has made a significant milestone by selling more vehicles overseas than in its home market for the first time.

Mar 4 โ€ข 05:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

In just 18 months, China has doubled its network and can now charge more than 40 million electric cars: the largest infrastructure on the planet

China has significantly expanded its electric vehicle charging infrastructure, now capable of supporting over 40 million electric cars, marking a major step in its environmental efforts.

Mar 3 โ€ข 19:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Two Million Volkswagen Electric Cars. An Anniversary with a Note of Disappointment

Volkswagen celebrated the production of its two millionth electric car at its Transparent Factory in Dresden, highlighting both progress and challenges in electric vehicle production.

Mar 3 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Volkswagen Celebrates Two Million Sold Electric Cars

Volkswagen has reached a significant milestone by selling two million electric vehicles globally.

Mar 3 โ€ข 07:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Killer Look, Aircraft-like Cockpit! Xiaomi Presents a Fantastic Car

Xiaomi has ventured into the electric car market by unveiling its concept hypercar, the Vision Gran Turismo, ahead of its entry into the European market.

Mar 3 โ€ข 05:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Does your car drink a lot or a little? See the consumption of all new cars in Brazil

Inmetro has updated the Brazilian Vehicle Labeling Program, providing detailed consumption information for cars sold in Brazil.

Mar 3 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

It is time to electrify ships: Spain could do it with 78% of its ferries and it is already profitable for almost half

A report from 'Transport & Environment' highlights the pollution generated by ferries compared to cars in coastal cities and advocates for increasing electric ferry systems in Spain.

Mar 3 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Hybrid Cars: A Revolution in Driving That Combines the Silence of Electricity with the Roar of Fuel

Hybrid cars represent a transformative evolution in the automotive industry, merging electric silence with traditional fuel engines.

Mar 3 โ€ข 04:20 UTC
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‡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‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Guillermo Dietrich: Chinese cars, the current market, and whether he would return to the government

Former Transport Minister Guillermo Dietrich discusses his new role with BYD in Argentina and the evolving automotive market.

Mar 1 โ€ข 22:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Tight Requirement Coming for Electric Cars โ€“ Not All Manufacturers Are Excited

New EU proposals will impose strict requirements on electric vehicles to protect the union's industry from Chinese competition, raising concerns among manufacturers.

Mar 1 โ€ข 15:42 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‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Chinese motorcycles come under scrutiny from local manufacturers, similar to BYD cars

The Chinese motorcycle company Shineray is being accused of illegal operations in Brazil, paralleling the situation faced by BYD with its electric cars.

Feb 27 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

How BYD Is Redefining the Future of Mobility with Innovative Technology

BYD is introducing new hybrid and electric vehicle models aligned with its new energy vehicle strategy.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:56 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‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Is this battery still usable? Nissan issues proof of battery life for used EVs

Nissan has announced a new initiative to issue certificates validating the battery life of used electric vehicles (EVs) to alleviate concerns among potential buyers.

Feb 27 โ€ข 01:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

โ‚ฌ22.3 billion loss: Stellantis pays dearly for its former CEO's obstinacy on all-electric cars

Stellantis reported a staggering โ‚ฌ22.3 billion loss, as the company shifts focus from electric to thermal vehicles due to decisions made by its former leadership.

Feb 26 โ€ข 18:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Over 40,000 electric cars at risk of catching fire โ€“ Importer: Does not concern Finland

Volvo Cars is initiating a recall of 40,323 EX30 electric cars due to a fire risk associated with high-voltage batteries, but this issue does not affect cars sold in Finland.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:12 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‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Chinese firm that brought 7,000 cars to the country with its own ship is already selling double in Europe than Tesla

A new Chinese automotive firm has made significant inroads into the European market, surpassing Tesla in sales while the latter faces challenges due to recent political tactics by its CEO, Elon Musk.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:42 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‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Lamborghini Abandons EV. "Angry Bull" Without V8 and V12 Did Not Convince Customers

Lamborghini has cancelled its electric vehicle project due to low customer interest.

Feb 25 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Surprising information about fully electric cars in Finland

The share of fully electric cars in Finland's personal vehicle market is significantly increasing, with 45.9% of newly registered cars in January being fully electric.

Feb 24 โ€ข 17:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Customers of Toijala ABC Charged Their Cars in Human Waste

Customers at a charging station in Toijala, Finland, experienced a disturbing situation as sewage overflowed into the electric vehicle charging area due to a blocked sewer line.

Feb 24 โ€ข 16:48 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‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

Electric cars are irresponsible. Lamborghini has radically changed course, as the only one

Lamborghini is reevaluating its commitment to electric vehicles, indicating a shift in strategy amid a cooling market for electric cars.

Feb 24 โ€ข 12:46 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‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Demand for luxury electric cars is waning, automaker Lucid lays off part of its workforce

Demand for luxury electric cars has decreased, leading the automaker Lucid to lay off a portion of its employees.

Feb 24 โ€ข 08:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

Volvo recalls 40,000 electric cars - battery may overheat

Volvo is recalling 40,000 electric vehicles due to a risk of battery overheating, impacting specific models.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Battery risks overheating: Volvo recalls 40,323 cars

Volvo recalls over 40,000 of its EX30 SUVs due to risks of battery overheating, advising owners on safety measures while offering battery replacements at no cost.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Volvo Cars recalls 40,000 vehicles โ€“ risk of battery overheating

Volvo Cars is recalling over 40,000 of its EX30 electric vehicles due to a potential risk of battery overheating.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Volvo Cars recalls 40,000 cars โ€“ risk of battery overheating

Volvo Cars is recalling over 40,000 vehicles due to a potential risk of battery overheating, which may cost the company nearly $200 million.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Volvo recalls 40,000 EX30 models

Volvo is recalling 40,000 EX30 electric cars due to a risk of battery overheating.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Full Ban on New Combustion Engine Cars Imposed - Here Are the Consequences After Two Years

Ethiopia's government banned the import of combustion engine cars two years ago, leading to a significant increase in the share of electric vehicles.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Could silver become the 'new oil' thanks to electric cars?

This article explores the potential rise of silver as a crucial material in electric vehicle batteries, drawing attention to a significant innovation by Samsung that utilizes silver carbonate in battery production.

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

This has been awaited: Electric all-wheel drive for under 40,000 euros

Suzuki has introduced its first electric all-wheel drive vehicle, the Vitara, priced under 40,000 euros for the Finnish market.

Feb 22 โ€ข 10:45 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 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Are Fiestas, Polos, and Riots Disappearing? The Production of Small Cars Has Collapsed, but Some Will Get Electric Versions

The production of small cars in Finland is declining significantly, with models like the Ford Fiesta and Volkswagen Polo becoming increasingly rare on the market, though some may transition to electric versions.

Feb 21 โ€ข 06:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Zeekr arrives in Italy: the new Chinese premium electric car (with Swedish design) opens orders

Zeekr, the premium electric vehicle brand of the Geely Auto Group, has announced its arrival in the Italian market through official distributor Jameel Motors Italia, marking a significant step in its European expansion.

Feb 20 โ€ข 11:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

100% electric cars sold in Spain nearly double those of diesel, and charging points exceed 50,000

Sales of 100% electric cars in Spain have nearly doubled that of diesel vehicles, with over 50,000 charging points available nationwide.

Feb 20 โ€ข 10:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor: Response: If those who get pancake with pork charge their electric cars, the visit gets really expensive

The article discusses the absurd impact of new electricity tariffs on electric vehicle owners in Sweden, questioning the energy minister's perspective on managing peak loads.

Feb 20 โ€ข 10:19 UTC

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