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- 1US Rolls Back Clean Car Standards as World Moves On●America's Clean Car Retreat Is Complete. The World Will Move On Without Us U.S. regulators are trying to slow down the t
US regulators are moving to weaken fuel economy standards and slow the transition to electric vehicles, prompting criticism that America is abandoning the clean car shift just as it accelerates elsewhere. Commentators argue Europe and China will continue pushing EV adoption regardless, leaving the US auto industry at risk of falling behind in a global market that is not waiting for Washington.
- 2Plug-in EV sales shares climb across diverse markets by August 2026●Plug-in #EV share of new passenger-car sales/registrations around August 2026, counting BEVs + PHEVs/EREVs. The remarkab
New data on plug-in electric vehicle sales shares for around August 2026 shows battery-electric, plug-in hybrid and extended-range cars making up a rising slice of new passenger-car registrations worldwide. Norway is again approaching a 100% share, but the notable point is that countries on different continents, income levels and electricity grids are now appearing alongside it, suggesting adoption is broadening rather than staying confined to wealthy, early-moving markets.
- 3Used Electric Car Sales Hit Record High In March▼What EV Slowdown? Used Electric Car Sales Hit A Record High In March
Used electric car sales reached a record high in March, according to a report by InsideEVs. The figure challenges the widespread narrative of an electric vehicle slowdown driven by cooling demand and discounting in the new-car market. The data suggests buyers are turning to the second-hand market, where lower prices make EVs more accessible.
- 4Tesla Roadster's $200,000 price tag draws criticism●"Tone-deaf Trillionaire Launches $200,000 Electric Supercar." The Time Is Ripe For A $200,000 Electric Sports Car…In Sau
Tesla has launched its long-delayed Roadster electric supercar at a price of about $200,000. Commentary around the launch calls the move tone-deaf, arguing few American buyers can afford such a vehicle in the current economy, with one writer suggesting demand may be stronger in wealthy markets like Saudi Arabia than in the United States.
- 5Tesla Roadster Relaunches in the US Market▼Tone Deaf Trillionaire Launches Tesla Roadster Into US Market
Elon Musk is relaunching the Tesla Roadster in the United States, with coverage framing the move critically and questioning the optics of the rollout. Commentary labelled the billionaire 'tone deaf', reflecting frustration with Tesla's leadership even as the flagship sports car returns to market. The story is drawing attention amid broader debate over Musk's public image and Tesla's strategy.
- 6BYD's 10 millionth Dynasty vehicle rolls off the line●The 10 millionth BYD Dynasty car rolled off the production line in China
BYD has produced its 10 millionth Dynasty-series vehicle, which rolled off the production line at the company's plant in China. The milestone underlines the pace of BYD's expansion from battery maker into the world's largest producer of new energy vehicles. The Dynasty line, including models such as the Han, Tang, Song and Qin, is central to the company's domestic sales lead over global rivals.