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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‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Automotive Industry: How Stellantis Went Off Track

The automotive group Stellantis suffered a historic loss of 22.3 billion euros last year, primarily due to write-downs related to their electric vehicle strategy, forcing them to reconsider their approach.

Mar 1 โ€ข 14:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Tesla Model Y arrives in a seven-seater version, now has a Czech price

Tesla has introduced a seven-seater version of its Model Y, now available for sale in Czechia.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:30 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‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

The upcoming giant SUV from Porsche will replace electricity with combustion engines

Porsche is set to introduce a giant SUV that will feature combustion engines instead of electric power.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Stellantis, the electric vehicle presents the bill. The budget closes in the red by 22 billion

Stellantis reports a record net loss of 22.3 billion euros for 2025, raising concerns about the viability of its electric vehicle strategy amidst economic challenges.

Feb 27 โ€ข 04:00 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‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

The editorial by Jacques-Olivier Martin: 'Stellantis is sinking, let Brussels take the wheel!'

The editorial discusses the significant losses faced by Stellantis and critiques the European Union's stringent push towards electric vehicles, arguing that it jeopardizes the Western automotive industry.

Feb 26 โ€ข 18:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Stellantis reported a record loss of 22.3 billion euros last year due to electric vehicles

Stellantis recorded a significant loss largely attributed to the transition towards electric vehicles.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Stellantis reported a record loss of over 500 billion last year due to electric vehicles

Stellantis faced a significant financial loss last year, largely attributed to challenges in the electric vehicle market.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'I haven't seen anything like this in 36 years... this policy is a failure', says Rajiv Bajaj on Maharashtra's EV Policy

Rajiv Bajaj, Managing Director of Bajaj Auto, criticizes Maharashtra's electric vehicle policy, suggesting it could be detrimental to the auto industry and possibly the first completely failed policy he has encountered in his 36-year career.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Tesla Cybertrucks are being sold with a large discount: no one is buying

Tesla has reduced the price of the highly anticipated Cybertruck amid declining interest and sales.

Feb 26 โ€ข 05:47 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‡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‡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‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Renault takes control of joint venture for electric vans

Renault is set to take full control of a joint venture focused on electric van production.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:10 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‡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‡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
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Michael Lohscheller (Polestar): "Changing the 2035 emissions target doesn't help, politicians have confused us all"

Michael Lohscheller of Polestar discusses the impact of changing the 2035 emissions target, suggesting it confuses the automotive industry, while highlighting opportunities from competitors' pullbacks on electric vehicles.

Feb 22 โ€ข 04:15 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‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

China plans to ban open steering wheels.. what does this mean for the automotive world?

China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology announced a draft amendment to safety standards for steering wheels in vehicles, likely ending the use of open or aircraft-like steering wheels in the Chinese market starting January 1, 2027.

Feb 21 โ€ข 14:48 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‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

New chairman of the Electricity Business Federation appointed: Kansai Electric's Mori takes over after Chubu Electric's president's resignation due to scandal

Kansai Electric's president, Mori Nozomu, has been appointed as the new chairman of the Electricity Business Federation following the resignation of the former chairman over data falsification issues related to a nuclear power plant.

Feb 20 โ€ข 07:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

China's Zeekr to launch EV sales in France

Zeekr, a Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, is set to begin selling its cars in France, aiming to compete in the rapidly evolving European EV market.

Feb 19 โ€ข 16:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Test Drive of the Fiat 500: The Fiat for Fish

The article reviews the new Fiat 500, which is now being offered with a gasoline engine amidst the company's struggles with electric vehicle sales.

Feb 19 โ€ข 14:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Mobility Transition: When will there be new charging stations for electric cars in Munich?

Electric car drivers in Munich may have to wait years for new public charging infrastructure, according to industry expert Constantin Schwaab.

Feb 19 โ€ข 14:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The automotive industry welcomes Sรกnchez's plan, but warns: "We produce 400,000 fewer cars annually, equivalent to one plant"

The Spanish automotive sector has reacted positively to the government's new plan but expresses concerns about declining production numbers.

Feb 19 โ€ข 11:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

BMW M is preparing 30 new models by 2029, which will be both electric and internal combustion

BMW M plans to introduce 30 new models by 2029, incorporating both electric and combustion engine options.

Feb 19 โ€ข 10:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Large-scale restructuring shaken electric major: What is the impact on this year's spring labor offensive responses...

Japan's leading electric manufacturers are encountering challenges in their annual spring labor negotiations amidst pressures from inflation and a backdrop of significant employee layoffs.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Canadaโ€™s EV rebate is here. How do charging costs compare with gas?

Canada has launched new consumer rebates for electric vehicles to encourage adoption, providing up to $5,000 for fully electric models and $2,500 for plug-in hybrids, while comparing the overall costs of electric and gas vehicles.

Feb 18 โ€ข 20:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Polestar accelerates in the premium electric market and changes gear: four new models by 2028, from the GT 5 to the compact SUV 7

Polestar plans to launch four new electric models by 2028 as part of its strategy to enhance its presence in the premium EV market.

Feb 18 โ€ข 15:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

The Electric Car Desired by Finns is Changing Significantly โ€“ A Whole New Generation

The Polestar 2, a popular electric car in Finland, is set to undergo a significant update next year as it transitions to its second generation.

Feb 18 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

K-battery: Is the 'Oversupply Concern' Realizing in the US Electric Vehicle Market?

Concerns about over-supply in the Korean battery cell market may materialize if the demand for electric vehicles in the US continues to decline into next year.

Feb 18 โ€ข 07:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Auto giant brings diesel cars back

Stellantis is reintroducing diesel engines for some models sold in Europe, continuing the production of several existing diesel variants despite the rise of electric vehicles and stricter climate targets.

Feb 17 โ€ข 15:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Even the brand dealer didnโ€™t find one function of this car โ€“ Is it missing completely?

The article discusses the launch of the Xpeng G6 electric vehicle in Finland, highlighting its similarities to the Tesla Model Y and a notable feature that was reportedly absent even at the official dealership.

Feb 17 โ€ข 12:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

End of the Euphoria for Electric Vehicles Generates a Blow of 65 Billion Dollars

A shift in ambitions regarding electric vehicles has resulted in a significant $65 billion blow to the global automotive industry over the past year as companies adjust their strategies.

Feb 16 โ€ข 06:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

Trip to Guinea-Conakry, the battleground of China and the US for bauxite, key to electric car manufacturing

The article explores Guinea-Conakry's strategic importance as a key bauxite supplier amidst competition between China and the US for resources vital to the electric vehicle industry.

Feb 16 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The costs are choking the electric car charging market

The electric vehicle market in Poland, despite significant growth, is expected to slow down drastically in 2026 due to the depletion of government subsidies.

Feb 16 โ€ข 03:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Automakers accumulate $65 billion in losses from electric vehicles

The shift in sales expectations for electric vehicles has resulted in at least $65 billion in losses for the global automotive industry over the past year.

Feb 15 โ€ข 14:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Forrest launches battery-powered trains as green deadline nears

Fortescue deploys two battery-electric locomotives in Pilbara as the mining industry moves towards greener options amidst a decarbonisation deadline.

Feb 14 โ€ข 23:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Good luck, have a good time, and don't die: Gore Verbinski returns to life with an electric update of 'Groundhog Day'

Gore Verbinski makes a comeback with a new interpretation of 'Groundhog Day', reflecting on his past struggles in the film industry and bringing fresh perspectives to storytelling.

Feb 13 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Ferrari will present five new models this year, the first will be an electric car

Ferrari plans to unveil five new models this year, starting with its first electric vehicle.

Feb 13 โ€ข 08:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

First lithium mine of its kind in Europe put into operation

Iceland has launched the first lithium mine in Europe, marking a significant development in the region's mining industry.

Feb 13 โ€ข 04:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
National & Local

Randall Denley: Carneyโ€™s EV plan benefits Carney, not Canadian carmakers

The article critiques Prime Minister Mark Carney's electric vehicle strategy, arguing it benefits him more than Canadian carmakers by relying on unrealistic assumptions.

Feb 12 โ€ข 20:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Ontario insists auto strategy โ€˜has not changedโ€™ as companies suspend and postpone plans

Ontario's government maintains its electric vehicle strategy is unchanged despite recent suspensions and postponements by some companies.

Feb 12 โ€ข 11:00 UTC

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