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Electric vehicle drivers in Western Australia report significant problems with the state-owned charging network, raising concerns about its adequacy amid rising EV sales.

The Yuan Pro electric SUV has become the best-selling electric vehicle in Argentina, with significant sales and a focus on performance and autonomy.

Quebec Premier François Legault has rejected Ontario Premier Doug Ford's concerns regarding the province's electric vehicle sales targets, asserting that Quebec has adapted its objectives to align with the North American auto market.

California has surpassed 2.5 million zero-emission vehicle sales in 2025, outpacing national trends despite federal support declines, as announced by Governor Gavin Newsom.

The market share of diesel vehicles in Czechia has dropped by half over the past ten years, driven by increasing prices and changing consumer preferences.

Tire sales on Lithuania's "Pigu.lt" have seen substantial growth as drivers prepare for the seasonal changeover to summer tires.

Slovakia has enacted a 30-day restriction on diesel sales, banning exports and imposing higher prices for foreign vehicle owners.

Ontario's Premier Doug Ford has called on the provinces of British Columbia and Quebec to abandon electric vehicle sales targets, arguing that they hinder Canada's competitiveness.

Geely's annual profits exceeded analyst forecasts, as the company approaches BYD in sales, bolstered by popular new vehicle models.

Global electric vehicle sales are declining, with Europe showing growth while the USA and China face a slowdown.

New vehicle sales in Canada, especially zero-emission vehicles, have significantly declined in January 2026 compared to the previous year, as reported by Statistics Canada.

New Chinese vehicle brands Omoda & Jaecoo have established their first sales point in Azuay, Ecuador, reflecting the growing demand for efficient vehicle technologies.

A 44-year-old teacher died in a vehicle accident involving her car and a pickup truck in Birigui, Brazil.

A victim of a garage owner in São José do Rio Preto, Brazil, claims to have lost R$ 36,000 in a scam involving fraudulent vehicle sales.

A police officer was injured after a truck transporting a stolen tractor collided with a police vehicle during a chase in Jaú, São Paulo.

Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD is experiencing a significant downturn in sales, losing ground to competitors like Geely.

Toyota has frozen prices in Argentina for March 2026 while introducing a new SUV, as it faces a decline in vehicle sales compared to previous years.

Ecuador's automotive sector saw a 30.6% increase in vehicle sales in February compared to the previous year, despite a temporary disruption due to an ANT investigation.

Stellantis Pro One has reaffirmed its dominance in the Spanish commercial vehicle market, achieving a 37% market share in 2025 with 68,820 registrations, marking a 13% increase from the previous year.

The Mexican automotive industry started 2026 with its best first two months since data collection began in 2005, with new light vehicle sales growing by 4.4% compared to the same period in 2025.

Hyundai and Kia recorded 550,000 vehicle sales in February, a 4% decrease compared to the same month last year, with domestic sales impacted by fewer business days due to the Lunar New Year holiday.

The BYD Dolphin Mini has marked a historic achievement by becoming the first fully electric vehicle to top retail sales in Brazil for February 2024.

BYD reported a 41% decrease in global vehicle sales for February compared to the previous year, marking its worst performance in six years.

Tata Motors achieved a significant sales milestone in February 2026, overtaking Hyundai and Mahindra to secure the second position in the Indian passenger vehicle market.

Finnish car saleswoman Sini Kasula has achieved remarkable success by selling the yet-to-be-released Volvo EX60 electric vehicle, eliciting significant customer interest even before production has begun.

Maharashtra has emerged as India's largest passenger vehicle market in the third quarter of FY 2025-26, leading in car sales and economic confidence.

Stellantis, one of the largest car manufacturers, reported massive losses for the latter half of 2025 and blamed overly optimistic electric vehicle sales forecasts.

Argentina's automotive sector is facing uncertainty as the government has dismantled its data and statistics system, disrupting access to real-time sales information.

New car sales in the EU fell by 3.9% in January year-over-year, while electric vehicles made up 19.3% of the market share.

Argentina's automotive industry faces a paradox of rising domestic sales despite declining production and exports, heavily influenced by the influx of Chinese vehicle imports.

Electric vehicle sales in India have doubled in 2025, achieving a year-on-year growth rate of 17%.

Detroit's major auto manufacturers face significant financial losses, exceeding $50 billion, in their electric vehicle ventures due to declining sales and political shifts.

Stellantis is reintroducing diesel engines in Europe amid underwhelming electric vehicle sales and relaxed emission regulations.

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.

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.

In January, hybrid and electric vehicle exports from South Korea surged, marking a record high amid increasing domestic sales.

Poland, despite having the highest growth rate of electric vehicle sales in the EU in 2025, remains far behind in total electric vehicle numbers compared to countries like Germany and Belgium.

An inquiry regarding the ability to delete a notation about a vehicle that has served as a taxi raises concerns about complications in selling the vehicle.

Chinese automaker BYD has surpassed Ford in vehicle sales.

Nissan Motor Co. faces a significant net loss of 650 billion yen for the fiscal year ending March 2026, marking its second consecutive year of losses, as management indicates this was expected while also acknowledging the risks of a continued decline in vehicle sales.

Mercedes-Benz's net profit dropped by 48.8% last year to 5.3 billion euros, marking the lowest profit since 2020, driven by decreased sales in China and reduced vehicle margins.

Heavy vehicle wholesale sales in Mexico fell by over 35% in January, according to the National Association of Bus, Truck, and Tractor Producers (Anpact).

The article discusses important changes in the car ownership transfer process in Italy and the necessary steps for legal verification of used car sales.

Automakers in Argentina are increasingly utilizing financing as a commercial tool for vehicle sales, with a notable rise in credit for vehicle purchases in 2025.

Toyota celebrates 25 years of hybrid vehicle sales in Germany, recognizing the slow initial acceptance of the technology and calling for similar perseverance from other manufacturers.

Honda's net profit dropped by 42.2% to 465.4 billion yen for the fiscal period ending in December 2025, largely attributed to increased U.S. tariffs and disappointing electric vehicle sales.

Electric vehicle sales in China have surpassed traditional fuel car sales for the first time, signifying a major shift towards clean energy.

The decline of BYD's stock, impacted by poor sales and rising competition in the Chinese electric vehicle market, is seen as exaggerated by investors.

Mexican authorities dismantled a criminal group in Iztapalapa, known for fraud and vehicle theft via social media, arresting four suspects and discovering drug sales.

New light vehicle sales reached their best start to the year in nearly a decade, with 131,472 units sold in January 2026, marking an 8.7% annual growth.