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Economy

'Made in Europe' plan sparks intense Brussels lobbying

The European preference strategy is facing intense lobbying from both inside and outside the bloc. Already delayed once, the proposal now risks being pushed back again.

Mobility

Waymo turns to humans to close robotaxi doors

Human help is still needed to keep Waymo’s driverless taxis moving when passengers leave vehicle doors open.

Business

World Governments Summit: Flying cars and robots move from science fiction to reality

With advances in artificial intelligence beginning to reshape mobility, Dr Hongdi Brian Gu, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors and Co-president of XPeng, told Euronews at the World Governments Summit that technologies once confined to science fiction are moving closer to real-world deployment.

Economy

ACC shelves plans to open battery gigafactories in Italy and Germany

European vehicle battery venture Automotive Cells Company (ACC) has shelved plans to build electric vehicle battery gigafactories in Italy and Germany due to slower-than-expected growth in EV demand.

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Tech News

How BYD plans to solve Europe’s EV charging and energy cost problem

Euronews Next sat down with Stella Li, the executive vice president of Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD, at the World Government Summit 2026 to discuss the company’s rapid expansion and its European ambitions.

Europe in Motion

Petrol or electric? Which type of car do Europeans prefer?

Whether motivated by climate concerns or generous subsidies, European drivers are changing how they buy cars. Electric and hybrid models are surging across the bloc, but which countries are powering ahead and why?

Made in Europe

Welcome onboard the ultimate ‘last-mile’ self-driving shuttle bus

It can see and understand what’s around it. Its developers claim it is a ‘game-changer’ to improve transportation in jammed city centers. Designed and manufactured in the European Union, MiCa has already self-driven in 17 countries in Europe but also in Japan, the United Arab Emirates and the U.S.

The Big Question

Citroën only half-satisfied by easing of EU emissions ban, says CEO

Europe’s carmaking industry is at an inflection point as Chinese competitors threaten the profitability of homegrown firms. Citroën CEO Xavier Chardon told Euronews the EU is listening to its carmakers, but more radical action is needed.

Tech News

This electric car lets you fix it yourself - no mechanic needed

What if your electric car didn’t need a mechanic? Built by students in the Netherlands, a new electric car is designed to be easily dismantled and repaired by its owner.

Europe News

EU and China take new step to resolve row over electric vehicles

Brussels has published new guidelines that allow Chinese electric vehicle producers to submit offers for minimum prices, which could potentially replace the steep tariffs imposed to counter Beijing's subsidies.

Design

Mercedes-Benz CLA claims 2026 European Car of the Year award

Mercedes-Benz CLA has won the 2026 European Car of the Year award at the Brussels Motor Show. The German brand last collected the prestigious title in 1974.

Business

BYD sales pull ahead as Tesla stumbles on sales and politics

Tesla’s early dominance of the electric car market is being challenged as China’s BYD posts record sales and wins over European consumers with lower prices.

Earth News

EU rollback of 2035 car emissions ban sparks climate concerns

The EU has softened its 2035 car emissions ban, raising questions about climate targets and the pace of EV adoption.

Europe News

Exclusive: EU Commissioner defends scrapping diesel and petrol car ban

Climate Commissioner Hoekstra defended scrapping the landmark proposal to ban combustion-engine cars, calling it "a smart, wise compromise for climate and competitiveness." Meanwhile, critics say Brussels is backtracking on its green agenda.

Business

Ford walks back EV ambitions amid falling demand and hostile politics

The company will focus on making hybrid and gas-powered vehicles, as well as smaller, more affordable EV models.

Business

Volkswagen's €3bn gamble: Can it win back market share in China?

VW is developing cars tailored to Chinese drivers — vehicles that will likely never be seen on European roads, though they may make their way to markets in the Middle East and Southeast Asia.

Business

Saxony eyes €500mn Volkswagen stake to save jobs and win influence

With Volkswagen planning to cut tens of thousands of jobs in Germany, Saxony’s Greens are calling for the state to buy into the carmaker and secure a seat on VW’s supervisory board.

Europe Today

Seven countries ask EU executive to revoke 2035 diesel and petrol ban

Pressure from EU countries, lawmakers and the automotive industry is likely pushing the European Commission to delay the revision of the bloc's ban on diesel and petrol cars by 2035.

Business

CATL and Stellantis break ground on Spain’s largest EV battery plant

Europe’s second-largest carmaker Stellantis and Chinese EV battery giant CATL have started construction on a €4.1bn battery factory in northeastern Spain, expected to create 4,000 jobs.

Economy

The electric transition: Which EU country is buying the most EVs?

New battery-electric car registrations in the EU jumped by 25.7% in October compared to the same period last year. But which country is leading the EV race?