Articles tagged "Misc"

Beijing and Brussels are set for high-stakes discussions over the European Union's investigation into subsidies for Chinese electric vehicles. This comes after the EU announced preliminary tariffs on Chinese EV imports, sparking strong opposition...

Amidst the escalating trade tensions between China and the European Union, Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers have proposed a 25% tariff on large European internal combustion engine vehicles. This proposal is a direct response to the EU's recent...

Google is rolling a new update to Android Auto, with some changes aimed at bolstering both safety and user experience. Version 12.2, now readily available for download via the Google Play Store, primarily comes with new nuanced design elements to...

The European Union's recent decision to impose tariffs as high as 38% on electric vehicles imported from China has sent ripples through the automotive industry, particularly among German automakers. Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Volkswagen, who have all...

Germany has solidified its position as Europe's leading electric vehicle manufacturer. In 2023, German automakers produced a staggering 1.27 million electric cars, comprising both battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. This figure places...

In a move that's meant to "protect American manufacturers", the Biden administration has quadrupled the import tariff for Chinese EVs, taking it from 25% to 100%. The reasoning here has to do with China being accused of subsidizing its own EV...

New whispers of imminent tariffs targeting Chinese electric vehicles reverberate through the automotive industry. President Biden's administration is seemingly prepared to impose new levies on China's fast-growing EV sector and other key industries,...

Global EV sales are robust with progress across major markets in China, Europe, and the US, a detailed report by the International Energy Agency (IEA) reveals. It shows a very positive global Q1 with a 25% year-over-year increase compared to Q1 of...

Despite many outlets suggesting EV demand is waning, electric vehicles are still gaining traction in Europe, with overall sales continuing to increase despite reduced incentives. February 2024 saw a 10% year-over-year increase in plug-in electric...

In a move that could reverberate through the global electric vehicle market, China has officially challenged the United States' Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) at the World Trade Organization. Beijing claims that the act's EV subsidies unfairly...

Electric vehicles aren't just a cleaner mode of transport; they offer a smarter way to manage energy with a unique feature called recuperation. This process allows EVs to cleverly reclaim energy, otherwise normally lost as heat during braking. But...

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has adjusted its rules on electric vehicle adoption. Following industry pressure and assessment of the current state of EV readiness, the EPA has relaxed its initial aggressive push for a swift transition....

The automotive world is on the cusp of a revolution, and it's not just about ditching gas for electric powertrains. We are heading towards a future where cars are more than just modes of transportation – they're extensions of our digital lives. A...

You know how the saying goes: the next big advancement in battery technology is always just around the corner. One of the companies working on developing improved batteries for EVs is StoreDot, and today it's announcing that it now has a...

Electric cars are the future, or so we're relentlessly told. But as with most things shiny and new, there's a catch or two lurking beneath the hype. A new report by analyst company Gartner claims that that as early as 2027, battery-powered vehicles...

The EU is firing up the grill, and Chinese electric vehicles are feeling the heat. Brussels launched a probe into alleged government subsidies that could be giving Chinese carmakers an unfair leg up in the European market. The outcome could lead to ...

Euro NCAP is the automotive industry safety body that you probably know because of its extensive crash testing of new cars and awarding of stars to them. A five-star Euro NCAP rating is a coveted thing in the industry, even though the testing isn't...

Yet another massive range test is here, telling us more about how far EVs can really go. The team of WhatCar? took 12 EVs available in the UK and put them through an everyday range test. There was a mix of slow city driving and fast highway mileage,...

President Biden made electric vehicles a centerpiece of his 2020 election campaign. With promises of an electrified future, his administration released strict emission goals for car companies. But now, according to inside sources, those very goals...

France's hallmark "social leasing" scheme for EVs has already been halted, even though it only started on January 1. The scheme, announced last December, would see low-income drivers that met some rather strict eligibility requirements (primarily an...