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🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Volkswagen is once again searching for the holy grail. A new line in Boleslav will help with this

Volkswagen is looking for innovative solutions while opening a new line in Boleslav.

Feb 28 • 06:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The first of 30 ultra-fast charging electroliners projected until 2027 opened in Quito

Ecuador launched its first ultra-fast charging station for electric vehicles, marking the beginning of a national network to promote electric vehicle adoption.

Feb 27 • 19:10 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Skoda: With a new factory, it becomes the largest manufacturer of BEV battery systems for Volkswagen

Skoda has inaugurated a new battery assembly plant, establishing itself as Volkswagen's largest manufacturer of BEV battery systems and a key component in the group's electric mobility strategy.

Feb 27 • 17:29 UTC
🇲🇽 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 • 16:56 UTC
🇫🇮 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 • 15:58 UTC
🇲🇽 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 • 15:05 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Chinese scientists may have found battery that could double electric vehicles’ range

Chinese scientists have developed a new lithium battery technology that could potentially double the driving range of electric vehicles.

Feb 27 • 13:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Škoda opened a battery manufacturing plant. It is the largest within the VW group

Škoda has inaugurated a new battery production facility, marking it as the largest within the Volkswagen Group.

Feb 27 • 13:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Škoda in Mladá Boleslav has launched battery production in a new hall, set to be a pillar of Volkswagen's strategy

Škoda has started producing batteries in a new facility in Mladá Boleslav as part of Volkswagen's strategy.

Feb 27 • 13:00 UTC
🇫🇷 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 • 12:59 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Franco Terrazzano: Carney is trying to sweep Ottawa's problems under the rug

Franco Terrazzano criticizes Prime Minister Mark Carney for attempting to conceal Ottawa's fiscal issues rather than addressing them head-on.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Desired Metal: The Battle for Copper Has Begun

The rising demand for copper, crucial for electric vehicles and other technologies, has led to a significant increase in thefts, prompting governments to consider stockpiling reserves.

Feb 27 • 10:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

New £500 rule that will affect every home in the UK 'unlocks savings'

The UK government is increasing its grant for home electric vehicle chargers to £500 to encourage EV adoption.

Feb 27 • 09:48 UTC
🇨🇿 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 • 09:30 UTC
🇮🇳 ABP Ananda
National & Local

Ola Electric Share Price: Ola Electric's Stock Crashes, From 157 Rupees to 25 Rupees, 57,000 Crore Rupees Loss

Ola Electric's stock has plummeted by 84%, resulting in a staggering loss of 57,000 crore rupees for investors due to declining share prices, complaints about service quality, and fierce competition.

Feb 27 • 09:06 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Chinese company Changan promises a new battery that will provide a range of 1500 km

Chinese automaker Changan plans to launch a new solid-state battery promising a range of 1500 kilometers for electric vehicles by 2027.

Feb 27 • 08:29 UTC
🇨🇿 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 • 07:03 UTC
🇮🇹 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 • 04:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Tesla's Chinese Supply Chain Raises Alarms in the U.S.

Chinese parts manufacturers are rapidly setting up plants around Monterrey, Mexico, to supply Tesla's upcoming gigafactory, raising concerns in Washington about reliance on Chinese components.

Feb 27 • 02:42 UTC
🇯🇵 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 • 01:00 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Zimbabwe Shakes Up Lithium Prices with Export Restrictions

Zimbabwe has impacted global lithium prices by imposing immediate restrictions on the export of lithium concentrate, a crucial component for electric batteries.

Feb 26 • 23:10 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Mazda CX-6e: pre-order begins with Power Bonus

Mazda has officially launched the pre-order phase for the new Mazda CX-6e, introducing the Power Bonus initiative that offers significant economic benefits to encourage customers towards electric vehicles.

Feb 26 • 21:58 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Tesla drivers heated up - Did you know that this can result in a parking fine?

Tesla drivers are facing confusion over parking fines at a charging station in Rovaniemi, Finland, due to differing local regulations.

Feb 26 • 20:03 UTC
🇧🇷 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 €25.4 billion in 2025 due to high expenses associated with adjusting its electric vehicle strategy amid a slower-than-expected market transition.

Feb 26 • 18:30 UTC
🇫🇷 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 • 18:27 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

€22.3 billion loss: Stellantis pays dearly for its former CEO's obstinacy on all-electric cars

Stellantis reported a staggering €22.3 billion loss, as the company shifts focus from electric to thermal vehicles due to decisions made by its former leadership.

Feb 26 • 18:22 UTC
🇬🇧 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 • 15:25 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Vivendi Universal, France Telecom... Before Stellantis, these French companies also faced historical losses

The French automobile manufacturer Stellantis recently reported a staggering loss of €22.3 billion for 2025, marking it as the second-largest loss ever recorded for a French company.

Feb 26 • 15:18 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

An SUV presents a new variant in Argentina with more power and autonomy

The Jetour T1 i-DM, an electrified version of a known SUV, is now available in Argentina, promising better performance and efficiency.

Feb 26 • 15:07 UTC
🇩🇪 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 • 12:50 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Lithium prices soar after Zimbabwe bans exports

Lithium prices surged following Zimbabwe's immediate suspension of lithium concentrate exports, raising concerns over global supply.

Feb 26 • 10:46 UTC
🇨🇿 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 • 10:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Heat from miles underground to power 10,000 homes in UK renewable energy first

The UK's first deep geothermal electricity plant has begun operations in Cornwall, capable of powering 10,000 homes while also extracting lithium for battery production.

Feb 26 • 10:32 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.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 • 09:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

April 2026 date set for new £500 rule that affects homes across UK

A new government grant increasing to £500 for home electric vehicle charger installations is set to take effect in April 2026, aiming to promote the adoption of electric vehicles in the UK.

Feb 26 • 09:50 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
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 • 09:33 UTC
🇫🇷 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 • 09:28 UTC
🇨🇿 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 • 09:21 UTC
🇮🇳 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 • 09:13 UTC
🇩🇪 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 • 09:13 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The Improved Volvo EX30 Arrives with a Basic Version and New Options

The article discusses the launch of the improved Volvo EX30, which features a basic version and new options for consumers.

Feb 26 • 08:52 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Stellantis announces a loss of 22.3 billion in 2025, the second heaviest for a French group

Stellantis has reported a massive net loss of 22.3 billion euros for 2025 due to exceptional charges associated with its electric vehicle strategy.

Feb 26 • 07:19 UTC
🇪🇪 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 • 05:47 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.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 • 04:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Drivers Are Shocked as Manufacturer Completely Discontinues Remote Control Application – "Could Consumer Protection Be Lacking?"

Nissan's decision to shut down the NissanConnect EV app by March 30, 2026, has left Finnish drivers outraged, raising concerns about consumer protection.

Feb 25 • 20:14 UTC
🇪🇨 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 • 17:00 UTC
🇨🇿 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 • 14:21 UTC
🇮🇳 ABP Ananda
National & Local

Multibagger Stock: 4650% Increase in 5 Years! This Multibagger EV Stock Jumped by 8.5%

The stock of Mercury Ev-Tech surged by 8.5% on Wednesday, demonstrating significant growth over the past five years.

Feb 25 • 07:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Anyone with a drive in the UK to see £500 change from April 1

From April 1, UK households and businesses will see the cap on grants for installing electric vehicle chargepoints raised to £500, significantly easing the installation cost for many.

Feb 25 • 06:32 UTC
🇪🇪 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 • 06:25 UTC

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