GM China’s EV, hybrid sales top petrol cars for first time
GENERAL Motors (GM) sold more electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids than conventional petrol cars in China for the first time last quarter, though the milestone comes as total…
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China’s BYD wants to build cars in India, but has no ‘direct’ signal of investment rules easing
CHINA’S BYD wants to make cars in India but has received no “direct” signal from New Delhi on a possible easing of stringent investment rules for Chinese businesses, a top executive said,…
As EU targets Chinese cars, European rivals sputter
As the EU seeks to put a brake on competition from Chinese electric cars, European automakers are stuck in second gear. German group Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes and Stellantis, a 15-brand…
EU countries pave way for major new tariffs on Chinese electric cars
European Union countries on Friday paved the way for additional tariffs of up to 35.3% on battery-powered electric vehicles imported from China, EU diplomats told dpa. The European…
The Best Cars at the 2024 Concorso d’Eleganza Varignana 1705
Now in its second year, the Concorso d’Eleganza Varignana 1705 brings the European concours season to a close, and finally gives Italy’s Motor Valley its own high-end car show after…
A Stolen Ford Bronco Went Off-Roading on Some Cop Cars in a Drive-Thru
Wild scenes came out of Canada this week after an Ontario man was seen ramming and driving over police cars with a Ford Bronco in—get this—a Tim Hortons drive-thru line. According to CBC…
New car sales decline in Germany as demand for electric cars drops
Sales of new cars in Germany declined sharply in August compared to the same month last year, largely as a result of weak demand for electric vehicles, figures released by the Federal…
Europe just slashed tariffs on cars made by Tesla in China
The European Union may have just given Tesla’s future sales in the region a boost by setting tariffs on its China-made vehicles considerably below those imposed on rival electric…
EVs are starting to overtake gas-powered cars in a surprising place
Long lines have been forming at gas stations in Ethiopia’s capital, Addis Ababa, amid fuel shortages and a price spike in recent months. But electric vehicle driver Mikial Belayneh avoids…
Plug-In Hybrids and EVs Outsold Gas Cars in China for the First Time in July
China is the biggest car market in the world, so even though it differs greatly from many other global markets, its influence is felt worldwide. Automakers will tailor their model lineups…
Australian Police Add Fleet of 155-MPH Subaru WRX Pursuit Cars
Facebook / Eva Lawler MLA: Member for Drysdale These aren’t off-the-shelf Subies, of course. The patrol cars are outfitted with emergency lights, a dual-battery system, a rifle mount with…