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A UK AA poll of 14,000 drivers found 22% would never buy an EV, and 20% will keep buying petrol or diesel cars despite the 2030 ban. High costs and policy misconceptions fuel reluctance. tinyurl.com/yfvnh6wz #ev #uk #polestar
More than a fifth of drivers say they’ll never buy an electric car
An AA survey finds a lot of myths about the switch and it says the government should launch an information campaign
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March 10, 2025 at 7:28 AM
Tesla's brand faces challenges as Elon Musk's politics spark controversy. His support for Germany’s far-right AfD and Trump coincides with a drop in Tesla registrations in Germany and waning appeal among liberal buyers. More details: tinyurl.com/mrx8jphp #tesla #ev #trump
‘Major brand worries’: Just how toxic is Elon Musk for Tesla?
With sales down and electric vehicle rivals catching up, the rightwing politico’s brand is driving into a storm
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March 10, 2025 at 7:25 AM
I recall how China’s 5-year plan transformed solar manufacturing. Chinese EV makers, led by BYD, outpace Tesla at home, expand globally. BYD sold 2x Tesla’s EVs in Jan, unveiling "God’s Eye" tech. Xpeng and others move into Europe, raising competition.
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BYD and its rivals are crushing Tesla in China — and they're going global
Elon Musk's Tesla is under pressure in the world's largest car market from EV giant BYD and its rivals that are fast expanding outside China.
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February 21, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Sad news about Nikola—hopefully a phoenix can rise from its efforts.
Nikola Corp, the electric/hydrogen truck maker once valued at $30B, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Legal and technical issues highlight the challenges EV startups face reaching profitability. tinyurl.com/4k9bha7z
Nikola goes bankrupt, to sell assets in latest EV market turmoil
Nikola said on Wednesday it had filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and would pursue a sale of its assets, the latest electric-vehicle maker to stumble after grappling with tepid demand, rapid cash burn and funding challenges.
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February 21, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Go Rivian! Rivian posted its first gross profit of $170M in Q4 2024 by cutting costs & boosting revenue per vehicle. It now expects to deliver 46k-51k EVs in 2025, down from 51.6k in 2024. shorturl.at/YwrWx #EV #Rivian
Electric-vehicle maker Rivian posts first gross profit as costs ease
Group expects to produce fewer trucks and vans this year as demand cools and Donald Trump hits out at EV sector
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February 21, 2025 at 11:59 AM
Global EV sales rose 18% in January, with Europe and the US outpacing China for the first time since last February. shorturl.at/qcgvi
Global electric vehicle sales up 18% in January
Global electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle sales in January rose 18% year on year, as growth in Europe and the United States outpaced China for the first time since last February, research firm Rho Motion said on Wednesday.
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February 21, 2025 at 11:56 AM
Robots, AI, and self-driving taxis won’t save someone who panders to hate. Despite Tesla’s sales decline, Musk pushes robotics, AI, and autonomous taxis. Investors stick with his long-term vision: bit.ly/4b0u8UU #AI #tesla #musk #ev
The Tesla Revolt
The company’s fate will reveal how strong the foundation of Elon Musk’s influence really is.
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February 13, 2025 at 8:55 AM
Senator John Barrasso and fellow Republicans have proposed two bills to cut the $7,500 EV tax credit and introduce a $1,000 EV fee for road funding. The bills also aim to end credits for used EVs and charging stations within 30 days. shorturl.at/029As
Senators propose killing US EV tax credit, new $1,000 tax for road repairs
The credits would end 30 days after the bill was signed into law.
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February 13, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Volkswagen to Launch Budget EV: Volkswagen plans to introduce the ID.1, a budget-friendly electric vehicle priced at £16,700, with production starting in 2027. This move aims to compete with Chinese manufacturers in the booming EV market. shorturl.at/HUHbN
VW to launch new budget ‘China-killer’ EV to compete in booming electric market
VOLKSWAGEN is launching a budget “China-killer” EV to compete in the booming electric market overseas. The “quality” electric vehicle will cost just £16,700 and go into prod…
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February 12, 2025 at 8:44 AM
Global EV Sales Increase: In January, global sales of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles rose by 18% year-on-year, with growth in Europe and the United States outpacing China for the first time since the previous February. shorturl.at/jugTk
Global electric vehicle sales up 18% in January
Global electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle sales in January rose 18% year on year, as growth in Europe and the United States outpaced China for the first time since last February, research firm Rho Motion said on Wednesday.
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February 12, 2025 at 8:35 AM
Ford’s e EV division lost $5.1 billion in 2024, up from $4.7 billion in 2023. With investments in battery plants and products, further losses of up to $5.5 billion are expected in 2025. Despite this, Ford’s overall net income reached $5.9 billion in 2024 due to gas vehicle sales.

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Ford lost $5 billion on EVs in 2024, teases new models
Ford struggling to catch up to GM and Tesla.
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February 6, 2025 at 6:29 AM
Tesla’s European sales dropped 59% in Germany, 63% in France, and 13% overall in the EU in 2024 as EV subsidies ended and competitors gained ground. Musk’s political endorsements also hurt.

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Tesla sales in Europe are sliding. That's a problem for Elon Musk.
The automaker's sales tumbled in Germany and France, down 59% and 63% last month according to industry data.
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February 6, 2025 at 6:18 AM
This article highlights critical challenges for charge point operators and underscores the importance of innovative software solutions to streamline operations and improve the EV charging experience. www.brightmerge.com/post/the-top...
The Top 6 Challenges Every Charge Point Operator (CPO) Needs To Consider To Achieve Successful Operations
Charge Point Operators (CPOs) play a pivotal role in enabling the growth of the electric vehicle (EV) market. Without them, the charging infrastructure every EV depends on wouldn’t be available. As de...
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February 5, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Good news, E-Mobility Europe calls on the EU to stick with its 2025 CO2 targets and offer incentives for EV buyers. #EVs #climateaction
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February 5, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Ferrari’s first electric car is set to debut on October 9th. Stay tuned! www.ferrari.com
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February 5, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Too bad they pulled back. With the current costs of EVs, we need a push to move toward low emission/ zero emission vehicles www.act-news.com/news/carb-wi...
CARB Withdraws ACF Waiver Request  - ACT News
CARB recently sent a letter to the EPA withdrawing the state's request for a Clean Air Act waiver for its Advanced Clean Fleet Regulation.
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January 16, 2025 at 6:51 PM