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🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Stephan Winkelmann (Lamborghini): "The sound of the engine and the emotional part are lost with electric cars"

Stephan Winkelmann, President of Lamborghini, states that the company has decided to halt the production of fully electric models due to low demand in the luxury market, focusing instead on plug-in hybrids.

Mar 20 • 04:15 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Original development from the U.S.: short corn tested in 40 locations across the country

At Expoagro, Stine presented low-height corn hybrids designed to maintain yield while reducing plant height, enhancing agronomic management possibilities.

Mar 13 • 15:20 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Nidera positions itself with a strong bet at Expoagro 2026

Nidera showcases its innovation in agricultural seeds at Expoagro 2026, presenting new corn hybrids, sunflower hybrids, and soybean varieties.

Mar 12 • 17:57 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

With the backing of a major player and options for every need

Supra, a seed brand backed by GDM, showcased its comprehensive portfolio of corn hybrids at Expoagro 2026, highlighting its commitment to the agricultural market in Argentina.

Mar 12 • 15:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

4x4 Event Brings Off-Road Track and Hybrid Test Drives to Cities in RO

The Mega GWM Rondônia will host a 4x4 event in Cacoal and Porto Velho on March 14, allowing participants to test new hybrid vehicles on an off-road track.

Mar 10 • 16:03 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

In February, 25% more electric vehicles were registered compared to a year ago

In February, Lithuania saw a 25% increase in electric vehicle registrations compared to the same month last year, totaling 1,227 new vehicles.

Mar 9 • 07:43 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Expoagro 2026: the seed industry arrives with new hybrids, varieties, and technologies to improve performance

Expoagro 2026 will showcase new seed hybrids and agricultural technologies aimed at improving crop productivity, featuring companies like NK Semillas, Advanta, and Bayer.

Mar 5 • 09:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Plug-in Hybrid Under Fire: Unplugged

A new study has cast doubt on the efficiency of plug-in hybrids, claiming they consume more fuel than previously reported, sparking controversy in Germany and China.

Mar 4 • 09:28 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

What excise tax for soft hybrids? There is an interpretation

The Polish Ministry of Finance confirmed that soft hybrid vehicles are subject to reduced excise tax rates after recent court rulings.

Mar 4 • 06:38 UTC
🇫🇮 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 • 06:53 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.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 • 12:46 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Plug-in Hybrid Cars Are Three Times More Fuel-Consuming Than Manufacturers Say

A recent study reveals that plug-in hybrid vehicles consume significantly more fuel than what manufacturers have claimed.

Feb 18 • 23:40 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Canada’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 • 20:56 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The new generation of hybrids promises consumption below 3.3 liters per 100 kilometers

The new generation of hybrid vehicles is expected to achieve fuel consumption rates lower than 3.3 liters per 100 kilometers.

Feb 18 • 08:56 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Toyota Achieves Record Sales in Europe. Electrification Drives Results

In 2025, Toyota recorded a 5% increase in sales of electrified vehicles in Europe, highlighting a strong demand for battery electric and plug-in hybrid cars.

Feb 12 • 04:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Z. Mauricas: The revolution of electric cars is hindered not by prices, but by myths

Lithuania's electric vehicle market shows promising growth, outpacing its Baltic neighbors, but consumer reluctance due to myths still holds it back.

Feb 11 • 13:56 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The new Mercedes-AMG GLC replaces plug-in hybrids with a powerful six-cylinder engine

The new Mercedes-AMG GLC introduces a powerful six-cylinder engine, replacing the plug-in hybrids previously offered.

Feb 11 • 10:09 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Canada’s new consumer rebates for electric vehicles will start Feb. 16

Starting February 16, Canada will offer federal rebates of up to $5,000 on the purchase or lease of eligible electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids to encourage their adoption.

Feb 10 • 16:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

One in every six new vehicles registered in 2026 is electrified, and 35% are made in Brazil

In Brazil, electrified vehicles accounted for 16.8% of all new car sales in 2026, marking the highest proportion ever recorded, with 35% of those being manufactured locally.

Feb 6 • 14:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Plug-in hybrids are increasingly driving the light commercial vehicle market

Plug-in hybrids are reducing operational costs without sacrificing functionality, particularly in urban and suburban applications, with Ford offering a wide range of PHEV commercial vehicles in Poland.

Feb 6 • 11:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

These are the best-selling cars in Croatia in January. Hybrids are the most sought after

In January, Croatia saw a decrease of 11.5% in new passenger car registrations compared to January 2025, with Škoda leading sales at 515 units.

Feb 4 • 16:00 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
World

After Mission Review: Norway Stops Using Fast-Growing Chickens

Following an investigative report revealing animal welfare issues, Norway has decided to phase out the use of fast-growing chicken hybrids in poultry farming.

Feb 4 • 14:25 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Polish car factories slow down. Production has dropped by half

Car production in Poland is significantly declining, with the Tychy factory, previously owned by Fiat and now by Stellantis, eliminating a third shift and laying off 740 workers due to dwindling demand for hybrids and rising production costs.

Jan 15 • 03:17 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Consumer Reports: Plug-in hybrids have 80% more failures than gasoline cars

According to Consumer Reports' latest annual survey, plug-in hybrid vehicles experience 80% more issues compared to traditional gasoline cars.

Jan 10 • 14:00 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Toyota leads the Spanish market for the fourth consecutive year

Toyota maintains its position as the leading car brand in Spain for the fourth consecutive year, driven by the success of the Yaris Cross, C-HR, Corolla, and an increased focus on electrification.

Jan 9 • 00:25 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

More than 100 new car models arriving in Croatia in 2026, mostly SUVs and hybrids

In 2026, over 100 new car models will arrive in Croatia, with a focus on SUVs, hybrids, and completely electric vehicles, amidst the automotive industry's transition to electromobility and compliance with stricter EU safety regulations.

Dec 29 • 16:14 UTC

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