Why the Car Industry Will Not Pay €15 Billion in Penalties in 2025

Credit to Author: Transport & Environment (T&E)| Date: Sat, 18 Jan 2025 04:44:04 +0000

The debate on one of the EU’s most important climate regulations is being distorted by bogus claims about high fines. Analysis has been circulating in the European Parliament estimating that car manufacturers would pay €15 billion in fines for not meeting the EU’s car CO2 targets in 2025. This echoes similar … [continued]

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The Top Selling Plugin Vehicle Brands in Europe

Credit to Author: José Pontes| Date: Tue, 31 Dec 2024 04:57:25 +0000

Following up our report on the top selling electric vehicle models in Europe, here’s a report on the auto brands and auto groups selling the most plugin vehicles in Europe. Looking at the the overall brand market in November, the best selling make with highest growth rate was #18 Cupra, … [continued]

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Electric Vehicle Sales Leaders — Best Selling OEMs, Part 3 of 4

Credit to Author: José Pontes| Date: Tue, 31 Dec 2024 04:30:19 +0000

A closer look at the best-selling automotive groups for plugin electric vehicles — part 3 of 4. This is the third edition of a series looking at the OEMs with the most EV sales. To have a look at the first and second parts, please check them out here and … [continued]

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These Automakers Are Electrifying Fastest In USA — New Report

Credit to Author: Zachary Shahan| Date: Mon, 30 Dec 2024 23:12:27 +0000

We’ve looked at the top selling electric vehicles and top selling EV brands in the United States. We’ve looked at overall auto industry sales trends in the US. We’ve looked at how much more electric vehicles have grown compared to fossil fuel vehicles (which have shrunk). Now, let’s complete this … [continued]

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BMW To Get Battery Recycling Support From JB Straubel’s Redwood Materials

Credit to Author: Zachary Shahan| Date: Fri, 20 Sep 2024 21:23:32 +0000

Maybe once upon a time, concern about what happened to EV batteries at end of life was legit. However, it was quickly apparent that the vast majority of an old battery could still be useful if recycled, and that those materials are highly valuable. About 95% (or even more) of … [continued]

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BMW Group Mexico Invests in EV Charging in Mexico

Credit to Author: Press Release| Date: Thu, 15 Aug 2024 16:20:13 +0000

 144 new chargers will be installed in premium locations throughout Mexico. Customers in Mexico who choose to purchase a BMW i4 will earn energy credits for charging without charge. Mexico City — BMW Group Mexico, with the aim of continuing to promote electric mobility in Mexico, has consolidated a new … [continued]

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Portugal Has 28% Plugin Vehicle Share — Market Share Report

Credit to Author: José Pontes| Date: Fri, 28 Jun 2024 14:26:55 +0000

Tesla #1 and #2 Lead in PHEV-Heavy Market After previously checking out Spain, we turn west, to its Iberian neighbor, Portugal, for a new EV sales report. As a Southern European market with low purchase power, one would think that this would be another market lingering in the back of … [continued]

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The MINI Countryman E in Favoured Trim: Fully Electric & Versatile

Credit to Author: Press Release| Date: Fri, 07 Jun 2024 23:36:25 +0000

The biggest MINI guarantees brand-typical driving fun with even more space, comfort and safety. The interplay of the purely electric drive and innovative technologies combines locally emission-free mobility and an immersive user experience. The expressive Favoured Trim underlines the presence of the all-rounder. Munich, Germany — With the new MINI Countryman … [continued]

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New Consumer Survey By MINI USA Reveals Majority of American Consumers Are Open & Strong in Commitment to Electric Vehicles

Credit to Author: Press Release| Date: Thu, 06 Jun 2024 20:42:59 +0000

Survey commissioned by MINI USA reveals charging infrastructure over range as the main driver impacting EV consideration. Survey shows Americans’ daily driving habits remain unchanged and well within EV range offerings Woodcliff Lake, NJ — On World Environment Day, a global call for awareness and action to protect our environment, a … [continued]

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BEVs Take 77% Share In Norway — Volvo EX30 Leads In May

Credit to Author: Dr. Maximilian Holland| Date: Wed, 05 Jun 2024 16:25:03 +0000

May saw plugin EVs take 82.3% share in Norway’s auto market, down from 88.9% year on year. The dip was likely due to a low ebb of shipping by three of the biggest BEV manufacturers — BEV share is still climbing overall this year. Total monthly auto volume was 7,893 … [continued]

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