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Europe: Plug-in electric car sales increased 14% in October 2022

Europe: Plug-in electric car sales increased 14% in October 2022

Two Volkswagen ID. models are at the forefront.

By Brian Potter 07 December 2022

Toyota plans to reach carbon neutrality in Europe by 2040

Toyota plans to reach carbon neutrality in Europe by 2040

Battery-electric, plug-in hybrid electric, and hybrid electric vehicles will be a part of its strategy.

By Brian Potter 06 December 2022

Manufacturing / Production

Volkswagen to sell China-made cars in Europe through Cupra

Volkswagen to sell China-made cars in Europe through Cupra

The company is joining Tesla and BMW in importing vehicles from the People's Republic.

By Brian Potter 06 December 2022

Toyota plans to launch five more bZ-branded EVs in Europe by 2026

Toyota plans to launch five more bZ-branded EVs in Europe by 2026

The first is reportedly a small crossover due in 2023, likely the production version of the bZ Small Crossover study previewed in 2021.

By Brian Potter 06 December 2022

Chinese cars in Europe: Who will suffer the most from the invasion?

Chinese cars in Europe: Who will suffer the most from the invasion?

Fiat, Ford, but also Mitsubishi and Honda could be among the brands most hurt by the wave of Chinese cars arriving in Europe.

By Brian Potter 02 December 2022

Corporate / Financial

Mercedes says subscription for more power faces legal hurdles in Europe

Mercedes says subscription for more power faces legal hurdles in Europe

"Legal matters" are preventing Mercedes from allowing EQ owners to unlock more power post-purchase.

By Adrian Padeanu 26 November 2022

Obesity of cars, the new challenge of the industry

Obesity of cars, the new challenge of the industry

The increase in size, the weight of the batteries, and the SUV phenomenon has lead to mass increases of +21% in Europe in 20 years.

By Juan Felipe Munoz 17 November 2022

2023 Ford Ranger deliveries begin in Europe with Raptor trim

2023 Ford Ranger deliveries begin in Europe with Raptor trim

Only a 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 is available for the time being.

By Brian Potter 16 November 2022

Tesla Model S Plaid arrives in Europe, higher top speed, tow hitch

Tesla Model S Plaid arrives in Europe, higher top speed, tow hitch

Via images of the flagship Tesla saloon's Certificate of Conformity, it will have a tow hitch as standard and a 300 km/h top speed.

By Brian Potter 16 November 2022

USA is more open to car imports than China and Europe

USA is more open to car imports than China and Europe

Despite trade restrictions, 59% of sales in the US are locally produced cars. 78% in Europe, 95% in China.

By Jonathan Noble 10 November 2022

European Union agrees to ban sales of new petrol and diesel cars from 2035

European Union agrees to ban sales of new petrol and diesel cars from 2035

The EU's three key institutions have reached an agreement.

By Adrian Padeanu 29 October 2022

Europe: Tesla Model Y was the best selling car in September 2022

Europe: Tesla Model Y was the best selling car in September 2022

Almost one in four new cars sold was rechargeable.

By Brian Potter 28 October 2022

VW boss confirms brand is going EV-only in Europe from 2033

Ten new electric Volkswagens will be launched until 2026.

By Brian Potter 28 October 2022

Electric car sales gap widens as market demand becomes more divided

Electric car sales gap widens as market demand becomes more divided

Scandinavia, Northern Europe lead the way whilst California is the trailblazer in the USA.

By Juan Felipe Munoz 27 October 2022

Aiways U6 Coupe SUV enters last phase of testing in Europe before debut

Aiways U6 Coupe SUV enters last phase of testing in Europe before debut

The U6 is Aiways’ second vehicle to go on sale in Europe after the more practical U5 electric SUV.

By Brian Potter 26 October 2022

Euro 7 standard to be watered down to lower costs for automakers

Euro 7 standard to be watered down to lower costs for automakers

A big win for the automotive industry, specialists say.

By Brian Potter 25 October 2022

Mazda CX-80 three-row SUV confirmed for 2023 launch in Europe

Mazda CX-80 three-row SUV confirmed for 2023 launch in Europe

Essentially, it'll be a bigger CX-60 with seven seats.

By Brian Potter 24 October 2022

Renault Group announces 400-kW DC fast-charging network in Europe

Renault Group announces 400-kW DC fast-charging network in Europe

The Mobilize Fast Charge network will consist of 200 stations in France, Belgium, Italy and Spain by mid-2024.

By Brian Potter 20 October 2022

BYD Seal might be introduced in Europe in 2023

BYD Seal might be introduced in Europe in 2023

The BYD Dolphin is also being considered but it is not yet confirmed.

By Brian Potter 20 October 2022

2023 Toyota RAV4 GR Sport launched in Europe with retuned suspension

2023 Toyota RAV4 GR Sport launched in Europe with retuned suspension

It also gets new 19-inch wheels.

By Brian Potter 20 October 2022

Toyota files for Lexus LFR trademark in Europe

Toyota files for Lexus LFR trademark in Europe

It could be months before Toyota actually gets the trademark on this name.

By Chris Bruce 15 October 2022

European Union demands level playing field for its EVs in the US

European Union demands level playing field for its EVs in the US

The EU argues that it allows tax breaks or subsidies for purchases of US EVs like Tesla, but its EVs aren't treated the same in the US.

By Dan Mihalascu 15 October 2022

Manufacturing / Production

Tesla to start refreshed Model S, Model X, Plaid deliveries in Europe, China

Tesla to start refreshed Model S, Model X, Plaid deliveries in Europe, China

Tesla will reportedly restart Model S and X deliveries in China and Europe next month.

By Brian Potter 14 October 2022

NIO enters four new Euro markets with lease-only ET7, ET5 And EL7

NIO enters four new Euro markets with lease-only ET7, ET5 And EL7

The EL7 is the ES7 SUV that NIO had to rename in Europe to settle a trademark dispute with Audi.

By Brian Potter 10 October 2022

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