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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Mercedes Benz said 'lie', company fined millions

Mercedes Benz faces regulatory action in South Korea due to misleading consumers about the batteries used in its electric cars, resulting in a fine of approximately $760,000.

Mar 11 โ€ข 08:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Used electric cars are becoming cheaper. When considering total costs, they are already competing with combustion vehicles

The article discusses the decreasing prices of used electric cars in Czechia, making them competitive with traditional combustion engine vehicles when total costs are considered.

Mar 11 โ€ข 06:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Auto Industry: Is Dirty Cobalt from Congo Ending Up in German Electric Cars?

A new facility for cobalt processing by the CMOC Group in Congo has raised health concerns among local residents, prompting questions about the sourcing of cobalt used in German electric vehicles.

Mar 10 โ€ข 13:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

It's not worth buying them: the 5 worst used electric cars

Experts have listed the five used electric cars that consumers should avoid, recommending alternatives instead.

Mar 5 โ€ข 09:04 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‡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‡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‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Sampsa bought a used electric car for 70,000 euros โ€“ here's how much it cost to own it in 1.5 years

Sampsa Kurri, an IT entrepreneur, shares his financial experiences and costs associated with owning a used Porsche Taycan 4S electric car over the past 1.5 years.

Feb 20 โ€ข 08:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Prices Have Never Been So Low: Is This the Time to Buy a Used Electric Car?

The article discusses the historical drop in prices of used electric cars and whether now is the right time to purchase one.

Feb 18 โ€ข 17:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A Terrible Sight Revealed in the Kia Brought to the Workshop โ€“ Now Plug-in Hybrid Owners Speak: 'It's Not the Car's Fault'

Plug-in hybrid owners do not see issues with their cars as long as they are used correctly.

Feb 18 โ€ข 04:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

From Competition to National Security: Why Europe Fears Chinese Cars?

Poland expresses concerns about Chinese electric vehicles being used for espionage, prompting potential restrictions on their access to sensitive areas.

Feb 12 โ€ข 08:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

The Cars That Are Being Bought Now

Johanna Ali, manager of Kesko's car sales, discussed the current trends in car purchases in Finland, highlighting a strong shift towards electric vehicles.

Feb 10 โ€ข 18:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
Life & Tech

Buying Advice: Used or New Cars?: Electric Cars Are Getting Cheaper

The article discusses the recent shift in the electric vehicle market due to a new government subsidy, making new electric cars more competitive against used ones.

Feb 5 โ€ข 13:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
National & Local

The Government prioritizes European electric cars in its new aid for the purchase of plug-in vehicles

The Spanish government has announced the new 'Plan Auto+' which includes subsidies of up to 4,500 euros for the purchase of new or used electric and hybrid vehicles, effective retroactively from January 1, 2026.

Feb 3 โ€ข 16:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Electric car driver: Don't forget this after washing your car in freezing temperatures

Electric car drivers are facing a new problem in freezing temperatures as charging ports can freeze, causing inconvenience especially because they are used multiple times a day.

Feb 3 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
National & Local

The used car market closed 2025 surpassing 2.21 million units

The used car market in Spain finished 2025 with over 2.21 million vehicles sold, highlighting a dominance of older diesel models while electric cars are gaining popularity.

Jan 9 โ€ข 23:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
Life & Tech

Guide to Buying Used Cars: Used Electric Cars: Why Now is the Right Time to Get Started

The article discusses the increasing availability and decreasing prices of used electric cars, highlighting important considerations for potential buyers such as depreciation, battery condition, and warranties.

Jan 8 โ€ข 12:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Record Year in the Polish Car Market

The article discusses key achievements in the Polish car market in 2025, highlighting the factors contributing to the increase in electric vehicle sales, the changing market share of Chinese manufacturers, trends in the used car market, and forecasts for 2026.

Jan 8 โ€ข 09:59 UTC

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