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China's June exports surge 27% from year earlier as AI demand grows

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Europe in Motion

Where is EV charging cheapest and fastest?

Europe's EV charging network is growing fast, but prices and refuelling point density vary widely across the continent. Europe in Motion breaks down the data.

Europe News

Seven EU countries push Brussels to stick to car emission rules

The document signed by seven EU countries reveals a growing divide within Europe between governments seeking flexibility for car manufacturers and those determined to preserve the integrity of the EU’s carbon emissions trajectory.

Business

Stellantis invests €1bn in France to produce new EV and hybrid models

The move comes as European carmakers face mounting competition from Chinese rivals and intensify efforts to expand their electric and hybrid vehicle offerings.

Mobility

Ferrari's €550,000 electric car looks like a Nissan, says the internet

Ferrari has unveiled its first fully electric car, the Luce, in Rome — but the €550,000 five-seater's design drew widespread criticism online and sent the company's shares sliding nearly 8%.

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Earth News

Heat pumps and EVs can save EU households over €2,200 a year - report

Electrification is the “most powerful tool” to protect Europeans from fossil fuel energy shocks, according to a new analysis.

Business

Tesla profits up as Musk shifts focus to robotaxis

Tesla’s profit rose in the first quarter as its car sales rebounded from a sharp slump in 2025.

Business

Mercedes and Samsung SDI sign first EV battery supply deal

South Korean battery maker Samsung SDI said on Monday that it clinched its first agreement for the supply of EV batteries with German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz.

Earth News

Europeans rush to buy solar and heat pumps as energy bills soar

The war on Iran has become a catalyst for green technology, as Europeans scramble to find less volatile alternatives to oil and gas.

Earth News

Would switching to an EV save you money as gas prices spike?

“Clean power and electrification combined is what provides the most security,” says Ember analyst Euan Graham.

Earth News

A climate ‘catch-22’: Can EV batteries cope with extreme heat?

Warmer temperatures accelerate the degradation of batteries in EVs, posing a “make-or-break” for people considering making the switch.

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.

Europe in Motion

Sluggish car market: Which EU countries are bucking the trend?

Some countries are experiencing a mini-boom in the automobile industry thanks to state incentives, despite modest consumer demand.

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?

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China's 2-tonne eVTOL completes cross-city cargo test flight

A domestically developed 2-tonne eVTOL has completed a low-altitude cross-city cargo test flight in southwest China’s Guizhou Province.

The Big Question

The Big Question: How many EV chargers does Europe need?

“Unless the charging infrastructure keeps up, it will be difficult for the EV industry to sustain growth,” said Tata Elxsi CEO Manoj Raghavan.

Tech News

Tesla unveils slightly cheaper versions of the Model 3 and Model Y

Tesla has talked about a cheaper car for years, though the two new “standard” models are priced well above the $25,000 price tag promised.