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    EU Electric Car Sales Surge as EV Market Share Reaches 21.7%●EU Electric Car Sales Surge as EV Market Share Reaches 21.7% in 2026✉newsLifeAutos1 h ago

    Electric vehicle sales are climbing across the European Union, with battery-electric cars now accounting for 21.7% of the new car market in 2026. The figures point to a continued shift away from petrol and diesel vehicles, driven by expanding model choice, tightening emissions rules and improving charging infrastructure. Industry observers see the growth as a sign that Europe's transition to electric mobility is gaining pace, though affordability and charging coverage remain concerns for many buyers.

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    Trump says he approved ending Biden's EV mandate▼Trump says he approved fuel economy standards ending Biden EV mandate✉newsBusinessEconomy10 h ago

    President Donald Trump announced that he approved new fuel economy standards that would end what he calls the Biden administration's electric vehicle mandate. The move relaxes requirements pushing automakers toward EV production, and it is being widely reported by major outlets including Reuters. The change is expected to affect carmakers' plans and renew debate over federal climate and transportation policy.

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    The Trump administration is preparing to sharply weaken federal clean car rules, the emissions and fuel-efficiency standards that govern vehicle pollution in the United States. The New York Times reports the plan would roll back requirements pushed under previous administrations to push automakers toward electric vehicles. The move is expected to draw swift opposition from environmental groups and some states while being welcomed by parts of the auto industry.

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    Trump says he ended Biden electric vehicle rule▼Trump says he ended Biden electric vehicle rule, updated fuel economy standards✉newsLifeAutos1 h ago

    President Trump announced that his administration has scrapped an electric vehicle rule introduced under Joe Biden and has updated federal fuel economy standards. The move reverses one of Biden's signature climate policies, which had pushed automakers toward greater EV production. The change is likely to reignite debate over emissions rules and their impact on the US auto industry and consumers.

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    Trump administration to ease Biden-era fuel economy rules▼Trump administration set to ease Biden-era fuel economy rules✉newsBusinessEconomy11 h ago

    The Trump administration is preparing to roll back fuel economy standards introduced under President Biden, easing requirements on automakers. The move would relax emissions and mileage rules that had pushed manufacturers toward electric vehicles. Industry groups have long argued the standards were too costly, while environmental advocates are expected to oppose the reversal.

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    Trump declares end to 'EV mandate' with new fuel standards▼Trump declares end to ‘EV mandate’ with new fuel economy standards✉newsBusinessEconomy5 h ago

    President Trump announced new fuel economy standards that he says end the 'EV mandate,' rolling back requirements that pushed automakers toward electric vehicles. The move reverses stricter rules adopted under the Biden administration and gives manufacturers more flexibility to sell gasoline-powered cars. The announcement is drawing attention from the auto industry, environmental groups, and drivers watching how it will affect vehicle prices and EV adoption in the US.

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    Media reports describe a broad pullback in electric vehicle plans across the auto industry, with manufacturers facing obstacles, cancelling projects, and delaying launches. The coverage points to headwinds such as slowing demand growth, high costs, and charging infrastructure challenges, prompting several carmakers to reassess or scale back their EV strategies.

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    Porsche is bringing wireless charging for electric vehicles into production, becoming one of the first automakers to offer the technology to customers. The move allows compatible EVs to charge without plugging in, using a pad-based system. Observers are debating the practicality of wireless charging, its efficiency losses, and whether other automakers will follow Porsche's lead.

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    CATL Unveils EV Battery Charging in Six Minutes▼TECHNOLOGY: China’s CATL Debuts EV Battery With Speedy Six-Minute Recharge and a 1,000-km Range✉newsLifeAutos23 h ago

    Chinese battery maker CATL has unveiled a new electric vehicle battery that can recharge in six minutes and deliver a driving range of about 1,000 kilometres on a single charge. The announcement, made in China, is being billed as a major step in easing charging and range worries, with CATL positioning itself at the front of the global race in EV battery technology.

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    Trump Approves Lower Fuel Economy Targets▼Trump Approves Lower Fuel Economy Targets, Calls Biden Rules ‘EV Mandate’✉newsBusinessEconomy2 h ago

    The Trump administration has approved lower fuel economy targets for US vehicles, with the president dismissing the Biden-era rules as an 'EV mandate'. The decision rolls back stricter efficiency standards that were designed to push automakers toward electric vehicles. It is likely to reignite debate over US climate policy and the future of the American auto industry.

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    High-mileage electric cars more reliable than petrol, study finds▼High-mileage electric cars are more reliable than petrol ones, study findsMmastodonLifeAutos3626 min ago

    A new study has found that electric cars with 90,000 to 120,000 miles on the clock are more likely to pass MOT tests than petrol models of the same age, challenging the assumption that EVs degrade faster. The Guardian reported the findings, and the story is being widely shared and debated online, with drivers and industry watchers weighing in on what it means for used EV values and the shift away from combustion engines.

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    German recycling firm takes aim at Europe's China lithium reliance●Can this German company help end Europe’s lithium dependence on China? China produces up to 70% of the battery-grade litMmastodonWorldEU Politics13 h ago

    China currently supplies up to 70% of the battery-grade lithium chemicals used in Europe, and a German recycling company has opened a new plant it hopes will help cut that dependence. The company's process recovers lithium from batteries, though significant obstacles remain before it can make a real dent in imports. The project is being watched as a test case for Europe's broader push to secure homegrown supplies of critical raw materials for the electric vehicle and battery industries.

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    Trump approves new fuel economy rules, ends Biden EV mandate▼Trump OKs new fuel economy standards, ends Biden EV mandate (F:NYSE)✉newsBusinessEconomy10 h ago

    President Trump has approved new fuel economy standards and moved to end the Biden-era electric vehicle mandate, according to a report from Seeking Alpha. The change reverses policies that pushed automakers toward EV production, a shift likely to affect companies such as Ford, which trades on the NYSE under ticker F. The move is being covered as a significant regulatory and economic story for the auto industry.

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    Tesla Returns To Growth In Europe As Chinese EV Rivals Accelerate▼Tesla Is Growing Again In Europe – But Chinese EV Rivals Are Moving Even Faster✉newsWorldEU Politics9 h ago

    Tesla is once again selling more cars in Europe after a period of decline, but Chinese electric vehicle makers are expanding across the continent at a faster pace. The development highlights intensifying competition in the European EV market, where cheaper Chinese models are gaining ground on the American brand's recovery.

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    Rising Gas Prices Drive More Searches For Electric Vehicles▼Gas Prices Are Up, And So Are Searches For EVs: Edmunds✉newsLifeAutos6 h ago

    Gas prices are climbing, and automotive research firm Edmunds reports that consumer searches for electric vehicles are rising alongside them. The pattern suggests drivers are weighing the switch to EVs as fuel costs squeeze household budgets. Industry watchers often see pump prices as a key trigger for EV shopping, and the latest figures point to renewed consumer interest in electrified cars.

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    Tesla Finally Delivers Its Semi Truck After Nine Years●Tesla’s Nine-Year Wait for the Semi Is Finally Over✉newsLifeAutos1 d ago

    Tesla has delivered its long-delayed Semi electric truck, ending a nine-year wait since the vehicle was first announced in 2017. The heavy-duty electric truck had faced repeated production setbacks, and its arrival marks a milestone for electric freight haulage. Automotive outlets are covering the delivery as the conclusion of one of the most drawn-out product rollouts in the EV industry.

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    Bentley has unveiled its first fully electric vehicle, a luxury SUV featuring interiors lined with Merino wool. The reveal marks a major step in the British marque's shift toward electrification, combining its traditional handcrafted luxury positioning with battery power. Coverage is highlighting both the move to zero-emission motoring and the lavish materials on offer.

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    Trump Administration Revises Fuel Economy Rules Affecting GM●Trump Administration Revises Fuel Economy Rules Impacting GM (NY✉newsBusinessEconomy22 h ago

    The Trump administration has moved to revise federal fuel economy standards, a regulatory change with direct consequences for General Motors. Looser emissions and mileage requirements could reduce compliance costs for GM's large vehicle lines, while raising questions about the company's electric vehicle investment plans. Markets and industry watchers are following how the rollback reshapes GM's strategy.

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    American Battery Startup Could Break China's EV Supply Chain Grip▼This American Battery Could Break China’s Grip On The EV Supply Chain✉newsBusinessStartups6 h ago

    An American-developed battery technology is being pitched as a way to loosen China's dominance over the electric vehicle supply chain. China currently controls much of the world's battery production and critical mineral processing, making any credible US alternative strategically significant. Industry coverage suggests the technology could reduce Western automakers' dependence on Chinese suppliers, though questions remain over cost, scale and timelines.

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    Trump approves new fuel economy rules, ends Biden EV mandate●Trump OKS new fuel economy standards, ends Biden EV mandate✉newsBusinessEconomy22 h ago

    President Trump has signed off on new fuel economy standards while formally ending the Biden administration's electric vehicle mandate. The move rolls back one of his predecessor's signature climate policies and relaxes requirements pushing automakers toward EV production. The decision is being watched closely by carmakers, energy groups and environmental advocates for its impact on US emissions targets and the auto industry.

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    Trump Approves New Fuel Economy Standards, Rolling Back Biden's EV Mandate▼Donald Trump Approves New Fuel Economy Standards, Rolling Back Biden’s EV Mandate: how 21 outlets framed it✉newsBusinessEconomy2 h ago

    Donald Trump has approved new fuel economy standards that roll back Biden-era electric vehicle mandates. The move relaxes requirements pushed under the previous administration to accelerate the shift to EVs, and coverage across more than 20 outlets is focusing on how the change reshapes US auto and climate policy.

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    Trump Approves Fuel Economy Standards, Ends Electric Vehicle Mandates▼Trump Approves Fuel Economy Standards to Abolish Electric Vehicle Mandates✉newsLifeAutos16 h ago

    President Donald Trump has approved new fuel economy standards that eliminate existing electric vehicle mandates in the United States. The move rolls back requirements pushing automakers toward EV production, a long-standing pledge of his campaign. The decision is drawing attention from the auto industry and environmental groups, with automakers likely reassessing production plans and regulators preparing responses.

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    Bentley has revealed its first fully electric SUV, a milestone for the British luxury carmaker as it moves away from combustion engines. The announcement is drawing attention across the auto industry, with observers watching how the brand will translate its upscale identity into an electric vehicle and how it will compete with rivals in the growing luxury EV market.

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    Canada's arrangement with China over electric vehicles is being framed as a story that goes beyond imported cars. Beyond tariffs on Chinese-built EVs, the discussion touches on deeper ties in manufacturing, battery supply chains and investment that could shape Canada's auto sector. Observers are watching whether Ottawa will widen its approach to Chinese involvement in the country's EV industry as a whole.

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    Australia reaches the EV tipping point, analysts say●The EV tipping point has arrived and Australia is no longer the exception | Analysis✉newsLifeAutos5 h ago

    Analysts at EV Central argue that electric vehicle adoption in Australia has hit a tipping point, ending the country's status as a laggard compared with other developed markets. Growing model availability and rising sales are cited as signs the local market is finally shifting toward EVs at scale, in line with global trends.

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    America's Battery Boom Shifts From Cars to the Power Grid●America’s Next Battery Boom May Be About the Grid, Not Cars✉newsLifeAutos10 h ago

    A new report argues the next wave of American battery demand will come not from electric vehicles but from grid-scale storage, as utilities add batteries to balance growing amounts of wind and solar power and to stabilize an aging electricity network under rising demand from data centers. Industry watchers see this as a structural shift in where battery manufacturing and investment will flow next.

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    Electric vehicles offering around 300 miles of range have become the industry standard, with most new models from major automakers now hitting that benchmark. The discussion now centers on whether 400 miles will become the next target, as battery technology improves and manufacturers compete to ease drivers' charging and range anxieties.

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    Li Auto has launched the i9, a new electric SUV offering a claimed range of 705 km and dual-motor all-wheel drive producing 400 kW. The model extends the Chinese automaker's battery-electric lineup and signals its push beyond range-extender vehicles. Industry watchers are weighing the i9's specifications against rival premium electric SUVs from Nio, Tesla and other Chinese brands.

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    Why young Koreans are ditching gas cars for EVs●Why Koreans in their 20s are ditching gas cars for EVs✉newsLifeAutos1 d ago

    Koreans in their 20s are increasingly choosing electric vehicles over gasoline cars, according to Korea JoongAng Daily. The trend reflects a generational shift in the world's major carmaking nation, where younger buyers are reportedly more drawn to EVs for running costs and environmental reasons, leaving older drivers sticking with combustion models.

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    Kia's EV Sales Rose Last Month▼Kia's EV Sales Were Up Last Month, Surprisingly✉newsLifeAutos2 h ago

    Kia's electric vehicle sales increased last month, a result described as surprising in automotive coverage. The gain comes despite broader reports of slowing EV demand in several major markets, with many automakers scaling back electric plans. Kia's EV lineup, including models like the EV6 and EV9, appears to have continued finding buyers. Industry watchers are now looking at whether the brand can keep the momentum going in the coming months.

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    OBE Power lands new investment to grow North American EV charging●OBE Power secures new equity investment to expand its North American EV charging network✉newsLifeAutos1 h ago

    OBE Power has secured a new equity investment to support the expansion of its electric vehicle charging network across North America. The funding will help the company broaden its charging infrastructure as demand for EV services continues to grow in the United States and Canada. Industry outlet Charged EVs reported the deal, highlighting it as a signal of continued investor interest in the EV charging sector.

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    EVs Face a Demographic Problem, Not a Political One▼Forget Politics. EVs Have An Age Problem✉newsLifeAutos17 h ago

    InsideEVs argues that the real challenge for electric vehicles is not politics but age: older drivers remain far more reluctant to buy EVs than younger buyers, limiting the technology's growth potential. The piece suggests the industry's fortunes depend on shifting demographics rather than winning over skeptical policymakers or political camps.

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    Honda 0 Series SUV: Everything We Know So Far▼Honda 0 Series SUV: Everything We Know (Updated)✉newsLifeAutos17 h ago

    Honda is developing the 0 Series SUV, an electric model in its upcoming 0 Series lineup, and details about the vehicle have been updated. Reports outline what is known so far, including expectations for its design, technology and positioning within Honda's electric plans. Enthusiasts and industry watchers are tracking the news as Honda prepares to expand its EV range.

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    XPENG Launches in the Philippines With X9 and L03▼XPENG Enters the Philippines With a Six-Variant X9 and L03 Lineup✉newsTechnologyGadgets15 h ago

    Chinese electric vehicle maker XPENG has entered the Philippine market, debuting with a lineup of six variants across two models: the X9, a premium electric MPV, and the L03 sedan. The move marks another step in XPENG's international expansion as Chinese EV brands push into Southeast Asian markets.

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    Volkswagen to Offer In-Car Gaming in 2027 Models▼Volkswagen of America Offers In-Vehicle Gaming for 2027 Models✉newsCultureGaming17 h ago

    Volkswagen of America announced that its 2027 models will feature in-vehicle gaming, letting passengers play games on the car's infotainment system. The move follows a broader automotive trend of turning dashboards into entertainment hubs, especially as electric vehicles and autonomous features change how people spend time in cars. Car enthusiasts and tech watchers are weighing in on what built-in gaming means for drivers and passengers.

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    Saudi Arabia's futuristic EV supercar EXOBOT turns heads●SF映画からそのまま出てきた。サウジ生まれのEVスーパーカー「EXOBOT」 https://www. gizmodo.jp/article/2609-saudi- arabia-first-ev-ceer-exobot/ # gizmodMmastodonTechnology16 h ago

    A Saudi-made electric supercar called EXOBOT is drawing attention for its design, which commenters compare to something straight out of a science fiction film. The vehicle is linked to Ceer, Saudi Arabia's first electric vehicle brand, and is being discussed as a striking example of the kingdom's push into the EV industry.